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The Wheeler School is a Nursery-Grade 12 coed, independent school founded in 1889 with two campuses, city and rural, in Providence, RI, and Seekonk, MA

10/07/2026

After spending 15 years as a student at Wheeler, William Singer ’24 is putting some of the valuable lessons he learned here, both in the classroom and on the baseball field, into his current college education at Haverford.

A commitment to high academic standards. The confidence that comes from being part of and contributing to a close community. And an understanding that sports are ultimately about more than the final score.

Those lessons came into sharp focus when William took the mound against Johns Hopkins last April, which was then ranked as one of the nation’s top-five teams. What transpired was the delivery of a brilliant performance, leading Haverford to a historic upset. (William’s pictured here, alongside his proud parents, Director of College Counseling Amy Baumgartel Singer ’89, P’20, P’24 and Adam Singer P’20, P’24, just after that monumental game.)

You can read the rest of William’s story at bit.ly/william-singer.
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10/05/2026

“I came to Wheeler as a student nearly 50 years ago and graduated in 1988. The school has changed enormously since then, but one thing that has always struck me is Wheeler’s ability to evolve while holding onto what makes it such a special place,” shares Matt Coen ’88 in his first message to the Wheeler community as chair of the school’s Board of Trustees. (He’s pictured here, alongside Head of School Mark Anderson P’27, at this year’s Faculty and Staff Opening Week kick-off meeting.)

“At different moments in Wheeler’s history, people had to look at a strong school and ask: How do we make it even stronger for the students who will come next?”

Now, Matt and the trustees are joining the entire Wheeler community as we consider what comes next by developing the school’s new strategic plan.

Families and alumni, you can read more in the letter Matt shared with you on Friday, but we’ll end this post in the same way he ends that letter: “Wheeler changed my life, and I feel a real responsibility to help make sure it remains just as consequential for the generations of students who come next. I’m grateful to be doing that work with Mark, our faculty and staff, my fellow trustees, and all of you.” Wheeler School

10/01/2026

This month, we are excited to spotlight Wheeler alumnus and producer Sean Weiner ’01. Sean’s latest film, “Union County,” recently premiered in the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival and earned strong critical acclaim for its realistic look at the opioid crisis in rural Ohio.

Sean is a co-founder and co-director of UFO (Untitled Filmmaker Org), a nonprofit that supports filmmakers at various stages during their careers when they’re typically under-resourced. He’s also an assistant professor in Film & Media Studies at Purchase College. His own work includes films selected for inclusion at Sundance, Berlinale, and SXSW.

“Union County” tells the story of brothers Cody (Will Poulter) and Jack Parsons (Noah Centineo), who are each navigating a court-mandated drug rehabilitation program in a pocket of rural Ohio hit hard by the opioid epidemic. With the support of a tireless counselor, Annette Deao (a counselor in real life who plays a version of herself in the film), the brothers work toward a brighter, sober future.

“For years, the film industry has used extractive storytelling tactics to enter new communities and tell their stories,” Sean shared. Director Adam Meeks’ approach, Sean said, “defied that. “Instead, his was one of curiosity and deep collaboration. With ‘Union County,’ the goal was to co-create a narrative with a community, not merely about it. That values-driven philosophy resonated with me, and felt especially sensitive when telling a story of addiction and recovery."

Read the full story about Sean’s career in film, his longtime creative partnership with Adam, and the story behind “Union County” (and watch the trailer!) by clicking 🔗 here: https://bit.ly/4AAnrW6

09/30/2026

Wheeler School is hiring! We’re looking to fill the following positions:

🟣 Associate Head of School for Academics and Operations
🟡 Head of Upper School
🟣 Lower School & Hamilton School Day Substitute Teacher
🟡 Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
🟣 After School Teacher
🟡 After School Enrichment Instructor
🟣 Head Middle School Boys Lacrosse Coach
🟡 Head Middle School Girls Lacrosse Coach
🟣 Head Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach

If you are interested in joining the Wheeler community, you can send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the title of the position you’re applying for in the subject line.

For more information about these roles and why you might want to work at Wheeler, follow this link: https://www.wheelerschool.org/about.../careers-at-wheeler/

09/29/2026

Wheeler Alums, your career journey could be the spark a Wheeler student needs to hear.

As part of Homecoming Weekend, we’re hosting our annual Alumni Career Roundtables on Friday, October 23, from 10–11:30 AM. The diverse journeys of Wheeler alumni show our juniors and seniors just how many possibilities lie ahead as they consider their own futures.

Come for the roundtable, or stay for the whole Alumni Day lineup:
💜 Campus tours
💛 Lunch with Head of School
💜 MCW talk
💛 Alumni of Color Meet up
💜 All-school pep rally
💛 Alumni After Hours @ The Guild PVD

📲 Sign up before October 2 here on the Wheel:
alumni.wheelerschool.org/events/view/roundtables-2026

09/16/2026

What happens when a 1943 photograph meets a return visit to Wheeler more than 80 years later? 📸 In 1943, Miriam Graves Kenney ’53 was photographed arriving at Hope Building as a seven-year-old. This spring, she returned to our Providence campus and walked those same steps again with her sisters, Nancy Graves Wilson ’62 and Carol Graves Cimilluca ’59.

The result? A pretty special recreation of a moment from Wheeler’s past with Mary C. Wheeler Historian and Archivist Bob Martin P’05, P’10. You can read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4z1wWMH

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09/11/2026

The Spirit Giveth Life!” ✨

Congratulations and thank you to our Purple & Gold Circle Alumnae (graduates of 50 or more years) who gathered for mini-reunions over the summer and shared these amazing photos.

The Class of 1956 celebrated an impressive 70 years as Wheeler Alumnae together in Narragansett.

“There were only 30 students in the class (of 1956), so for six of us to connect like this in person is something,” shared Jean Johnston Mulligan ‘56. “We were in awe that we were all together again, standing side by side and able to reconnect. We had a great time and shared lots of Wheeler memories.”

The Class of 1972 has also stayed close, gathering more regularly in Little Compton since 2018, well before their 50th Reunion milestone four years ago. As Cindy Wolfson Sipkin ’72 notes, it’s “a warm and loving group,” adding, “Wonderful to have these long friendships and we communicate during the year.”

Does your class have a gathering to share? Snap a pic and let us know! 📸

09/09/2026

Bay Area alums! 🌉

Join us for Wheeler on the Road: San Francisco, hosted by alumni siblings Priscilla Tyler ’11, Wilson Tyler ’14, and Isabel Tyler ’09!

📍 WHERE: Piccino Presidio, Building D (San Francisco, CA)
🗓️ WHEN: Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 5:30-7pm
🎟️ RSVP by September 27 here on The Wheel: https://alumni.wheelerschool.org/events/view/wotr-sf26

Connect with fellow alums over Italian-inspired light bites and drinks at Piccino Presidio, located at the edge of the Presidio National Park and Golden Gate Bridge.

Special guests include Dan Miller P'15, P'17, former head of school (2003-2017), and Mark Anderson P'27, current head of school, who will share reflections and updates going into his second year at Wheeler.

This intimate gathering is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen your Wheeler ties in the Bay Area and learn more about what's new back in Providence and at the farm.

09/01/2026

Today is the first day of school for Wheeler students and we are already thinking about bringing our alumni back to both our Providence and Farm campuses this fall!

Mark your calendars for Wheeler Homecoming Weekend 2026, October 23-24! 💜💛

Here’s a quick peek at the lineup:
✔️Alumni Career Roundtables, Campus tours & Meetups
✔️Head of School Lunch
✔️Homecoming Pep Rally
✔️Friday Night Lights
✔️Alumni After Hours @ The Guild PVD
✔️Fall Fest and more!

To view the full schedule and reserve your spot, visit our event page:
https://alumni.wheelerschool.org/events/view/homecoming-2026

08/24/2026

Exciting alumni news! 🎶 Marc Trachtenberg ’94, founder of Rock-a-Baby music classes, has advanced to the final public voting round to have his original song selected as the opening theme for the upcoming comedy, “Minimum Wage.”

Marc credits his time performing at Wheeler and the mentorship of his favorite teachers, Kristin Sprague and Marilyn Levine, for inspiring his lifelong journey in music.

To help Marc’s song get selected, cast your vote for #15 via the link below: 🎵
https://linktr.ee/americanhigh?lt_utm_source=lt_share_link #590364722

You can find a recording of his full song "Minimum Wage" on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/rockababy/minimumwage

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