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Hutchison’s campus will be closed Friday, January 10, due to inclement weather. There will be no class assignments or school activities. Enjoy your day off and stay warm!

Dobbs transformed into the Library of Congress as our 8th grade historians presented their exhibitions! Acting as museum docents, our girls guided special guests through displays exploring topics from mid-to late-1800s American history.

In Jennifer Cordero’s social science class, our 8th graders analyzed primary sources including historical photographs, maps, and documents. This was possible in part due to resources and training Mrs. Cordero gained during her summer professional development experience at the Library of Congress. Through critical thinking and inquiry-based learning, our girls curated thoughtful exhibitions, connecting past events to modern-day issues and offering insightful commentary on their findings.

Happy New Year from all of us at Hutchison! We wish you a happy and healthy new year full of love and joy.

We can’t wait to have everyone back on campus on Monday, January 6, for the start of the second semester and a new year of learning and growing!

Noor Obaji ’10, an associate at Lewis Thomason, has been elected President of the Association for Women Attorneys. This distinguished bar association is dedicated to supporting fellow attorneys, advancing legal education, and serving the community, particularly addressing the legal needs of women. Obaji focuses her practices on healthcare law, professional liability, and general civil litigation. She also coaches the Hutchison Mock Trial Team, inspiring the next generation of attorneys.

Learn more about her journey in law and the impact she’s making on Hutchison’s aspiring lawyers: https://www.hutchisonschool.org/News-Detail?pk=1290119

During this season of reflection and gratitude, we are reminded of what makes Hutchison truly special—our incredible community. It’s the joy of shared traditions, the excitement of new opportunities, and the magic that happens every day in our classrooms and on our campus. Your support of the Hutchison Fund helps sustain the programs and experiences that make our school an extraordinary place for our girls. By making your gift today, you ensure that Hutchison continues to thrive for current and future students. Make your gift or pledge your support here: https://www.hutchisonschool.org/giving

Happy Hanukkah to all of our Jewish families, faculty, staff, and alumnae who celebrate! We wish you a wonderful celebration full of light, joy, and cherished traditions. Before the holiday break, our middle school girls had a wonderful time learning how to play dreidel—adding extra fun and festivity to the season!

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! We hope you have a blessed and restful holiday.

Grab your passports and join our second graders on their international holiday adventures! Before the holiday break, they celebrated Christmas in Sweden, Germany, France, Italy, Mexico, and the U.K., learning about unique customs and traditions in each country. We also had several parents come in to teach about their family heritage. This is just one of the magical experiences our teachers provide as they broaden our girls’ horizons.

The holiday season is a time filled with joy and generosity, and our school community has been embracing the spirit of service through our partnership with Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Germantown. Early childhood and lower school girls have been collecting food items for the church’s food pantry, and fourth graders sorted through the items and toured the church and food pantry on a field trip before the break. A group of upper school girls volunteered at the church’s Christmas Shoppe event, helping visitors purchase gifts and using their Spanish skills to interact with families.

We are thankful that every day we get to teach our girls about connecting with the community and having a meaningful impact.

Congratulations to our Knowledge Bowl team on its victory over Millington Central High School! Sarah Grace Taylor ’25, Jana Lane Whitehead ’25, Millie Malone ’25, Emily Jackson ’25, and Amariah Woods ’26 won their first-round match! They will play their second-round game in January.

We had an amazing afternoon welcoming back our alumnae from the classes of 2021-2024 to our campus for a special holiday homecoming to kick off their winter breaks! They caught up with former classmates, reconnected with beloved teachers, and shared the incredible things they’re accomplishing in college. From exciting new adventures to meaningful achievements, it’s wonderful to hear how their time at Hutchison continues to inspire and empower our alumnae.

Set your recordings and reminders now! You can watch Hutchison's upper school Knowledge Bowl team this Saturday at 9:00 am on WREG News Channel 3.

They will compete in a first-round match against Millington Central High School. The TV team members are Sarah Grace Taylor ’25, Jana Lane Whitehead ’25, Millie Malone ’25, Emily Jackson ’25, and Amariah Woods ’26.

VENDORS NEEDED: We’re looking for vendors for the Hutchison Beeline Bazaar! The application deadline has been extended to January 18, 2025: https://www.hutchisonschool.org/news--events/beeline-bazaar

Calling all vendors! We have extended our vendor application for the Beeline Bazaar. The deadline is now January 18, 2025.

The Beeline Bazaar is a student-run event organized and marketed by the junior class. It’s an opportunity for a variety of local artisans and retailers to come together and sell their products while supporting a cause. We hope that you will join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025! Apply to be a vendor now: https://www.hutchisonschool.org/news--events/beeline-bazaar

HUTCHISON NOW: At Hutchison, Caroline Kyle ’15 gained the confidence to dive into the world of technology and pursue her passion for cycling. A software engineer at Walmart Global Tech in Bentonville, Arkansas, Kyle credits Hutchison with fostering the collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills that have been critical to her success. Outside of her role coding and expanding applications into global markets, she mentors junior engineers and teaches software engineering courses.

Read more about how Hutchison empowered Caroline to combine her analytical mindset with creativity and thrive in the tech industry: https://www.hutchisonschool.org/News-Detail?pk=1361957

The holiday season is a reminder of how important it is to show appreciation for those who make our days brighter. Our fifth, sixth, and seventh graders got into the spirit by creating cards filled with messages of gratitude to thank our incredible staff who keep everything running at Hutchison, from technology to security to housekeeping and maintenance to the dining hall. It was wonderful to see the joy on the recipients’ faces as our seventh graders delivered the cards!