Hathaway Brown School

Founded in 1876 Hathaway Brown is an all-girls' K-12 and co-ed Early Childhood independent day school And everything we do is guided by the motto above.

Non Scholae Sed Vitae Discimus:
We Learn Not For School, But For Life

Hathaway Brown School is more than a school for girls. It’s a school for scientists and writers and artists and budding entrepreneurs. It’s a training ground for athletes and dancers and musicians and actresses. It’s a place where young people are empowered to ask questions, challenge conventions and explore opportunities. Sin

ce 1876, HB has given students the tools they need to confidently embrace all the possibilities that exist for them beyond our Shaker Heights campus. The faculty’s dedication to hands-on experiential learning at all levels can be observed every day in the classrooms, libraries, science labs, theatres, dance studios and art rooms, as well as on the athletic fields. In addition to the superior academic preparation they receive, at every turn HB students are inspired to become the best people they can be. We encourage girls of all ages and boys in our Early Childhood program to take chances, stretch their minds, work together, and pick themselves up and start over when they need to. The results of this philosophical approach are both astounding and humbling. Through the years, we’ve amassed more than our fair share of awards and accolades in every discipline you can imagine. Students continually perform with notable distinction on high-level tests and in the rate at which they’re accepted to their first-choice, top-tier colleges and universities. In fact, from 2009-2011, HB produced more National Merit Finalists than any other girls’ school in the country. But no matter how well they fare by these measures, all of our students are able to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to their lives. They know how to test theories, hold authority accountable, find beauty in overlooked places, implement creative solutions, and lend a hand where it’s needed. Wherever they go from here, HB graduates bring strong character, unparalleled intelligence, unbridled enthusiasm, and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge along with them.

08/15/2026

Join HB families, alums, faculty, and friends for an afternoon with the Cleveland Guardians as they take on the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field! Guests in the Pennant District will enjoy a game ticket, all-you-can-eat ballpark fare, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages through the 7th inning, and a custom HB Guardians hat. Plus, kids can run the bases after the game as part of Guardians Family Fun Day. Tickets must be purchased by August 24.

🎟️ Buy your tickets today using the special code HB150: https://bit.ly/45nIKMn

Please note: Families who prefer alternative seating may purchase tickets directly through MLB.com. Section 548 offers a range of seating options to suit your family's needs. These tickets include game admission only and do not include the custom HB Guardians hat, the Pennant District experience or its amenities. We can't wait to bring our celebrated community together for a day at the ballpark!

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08/12/2026

At Hathaway Brown, every space has a purpose, every tradition has meaning, and every moment helps shape who our students become. What some see as "just a school," we know is so much more. Because girls don't just learn here, they learn for life.

08/11/2026

History doesn't just happen at Hathaway Brown. HB women make it. 💛🤎

The Summer 2026 issue of HB Magazine is now available online! Celebrating 150 years of bold women, meaningful moments, and a future still being written.

Read the latest issue → https://bit.ly/45jALzO

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08/10/2026

It's been an unforgettable HB summer ☀️ From adventurous camps to lasting friendships, the days have been packed with discovery, laughter, and memories. Thank you to everyone who joined us on campus this summer!

08/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming Stephanie Skylar Hench '78 as the new President of HB's Board of Trustees. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to outgoing Board President Peggy Roberts for her exceptional leadership and service, as well as to our outgoing trustees for their dedication and lasting contributions to the Hathaway Brown community.

"We are profoundly grateful to Peggy for her dedicated service and thoughtful leadership as board president," said Dr. Bisselle. "Her wisdom and steadfast commitment to HB's students and mission have left a lasting mark on this school. We are delighted that Stephanie will now carry that leadership forward, and we look forward to all she will bring to this role."

Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/4hSuGSk

Hathaway Brown Alumnae

08/04/2026

Congratulations to the newest class of Aspire alumnae! 🎓💜 For more than two decades, The Aspire Program of Hathaway Brown has been a transformative multi-year program for middle school girls in CLE—focusing on academic enrichment, leadership development, and new possibilities. It’s also a teacher training ground, preparing the next generation of educators to lead with purpose and passion. We can’t wait to see how our students and teachers continue to inspire, learn, and lead.

08/03/2026

Join University School and Hathaway Brown School for two free community Playground Playdates designed for families with children ages 2–10! Explore our new playgrounds, meet other local families, and enjoy a relaxed morning of outdoor play.

Register at https://forms.gle/fb1NZ8HqJDKb4p1T6

07/20/2026

Hathaway Brown’s Global Scholars recently returned from an unforgettable journey through Thailand and Kenya, where they brought HB’s mission to life by building meaningful cross-cultural connections, embracing hands-on learning, and growing as globally minded, compassionate leaders. 👏🌎

07/14/2026

It started with five girls who stood at the door of Brooks Military Academy and asked for an education built for their minds, their ambition, and their future. That single moment became the foundation of 150 years of growth and possibility, grounded in our enduring motto, Learn for Life.

Today, we are proud to launch Unbounded Possibility: The Campaign for Hathaway Brown, an $85 million campaign that has already secured more than $81 million in support of HB’s future.

This campaign strengthens every part of the HB experience—tuition assistance, faculty development, student programs, facilities, and The Fund for Hathaway Brown—ensuring HB continues to grow as a place where girls are not only prepared for the future, but empowered to shape it.

Together, we will lead our school into a future full of potential, excitement, and unbounded possibility—just like every student who walks through our doors.

Join us in shaping what comes next for HB: https://bit.ly/4yANSds

Hathaway Brown Alumnae

07/13/2026

For 150 years, HB has been driven by a belief in girls, leadership, curiosity, and the transformative power of education. That belief shows up every day in how our students learn, how our faculty teach, and how our community lifts one another higher.

Hope, vision, and leadership have always defined Hathaway Brown, and they continue to shape what comes next.

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19600 N Park Boulevard
Shaker Heights, OH
44122