From the head

At many schools, the spring term for seniors is about taking it easy, loosening up on the standards, and enjoying the last days of high school. But here at Hyde, we have officially begun the senior evaluations, a tradition at the school since almost its founding. These evaluations engage seniors in a rigorous process during which each student examines their time at Hyde and connects their learning to a vision for their future.

 

During the spring term, the faculty and seniors meet for approximately 50 hours of workshops where they explore the following themes:

Each senior is assigned a faculty guide who supports them throughout the evaluation process. Another unique aspect of Hyde's graduation traditions is that at graduation each senior makes a short speech while their family members stand up in the audience. The ceremony is always powerful for all of us to witness.

 

The next eight weeks will be a time of hard work while all the students and faculty honor the great year that we have had. As one student shared during an exercise this week, "I am looking forward to learning more about myself and my friends."

 

Laura D. Gauld '76

President