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Wednesday, August 28, 2019

8th Grade Retreat: Becoming Leaders of Our School

Zip lining, rock wall climbing, water sliding, and rope swinging—sounds like our 8th graders had an awesome retreat to  Camp Widjiwagan ! Students spent three days building bonds and friendships through team-building games, all while focusing on becoming leaders of our school. Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Monday, July 29, 2019

Heroes and the Imagination: A New Moonshot

My memory of the moon landing, fifty years ago this July, is no doubt a blend of memory and embellishment. I was so young it is difficult to unknit what actually happened from what has filled the space between fact and a four-year old’s fantasy of it. I definitely remember the popping and rumbling sound of the rocket lifting off from Cape Canaveral, and I remember the capsule landing and Neil Armstrong’s leg stepping down through the flickering black and white static of... Read More
Posted by Lainie Crose at Monday, July 29, 2019

Thursday, May 16, 2019

Class of 2019 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Congratulations to William Wilson, St. George’s Class of 2019 Valedictorian. William has a 5.31 grade point average and scored a 35 on the ACT. He will graduate having completed 10 advanced placement classes and 10 honors classes and was inducted into several honor societies, including Cum Laude Society and National Honor Society. William was also a member of the varsity swim team, as well as the Honor Council, and he volunteered as a tutor for the Gryphon Math... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, May 16, 2019

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Athletics Update

Gryphon athletes are on fire! Baseball, Girls Tennis, Boys Tennis, Soccer, and Track & Field are all advancing in post-regular season play. Here's the rundown: Baseball: Region Champs! Beat Tipton Rosemark last night; playing in the Sub-State round next week TBD (AT HOME) Soccer: playing in the Regional Championship vs. ECS this Thursday at 7:00 pm (AT HOME) Boys Tennis: playing in Semi-final Regional Championship TODAY at 2:30 pm at Lausanne Girls Tennis: playing in... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Thursday, May 2, 2019

Class of 2019 College Decisions

Below is a list of schools our seniors will attend in the fall. Auburn University Baylor University Belmont University Birmingham Southern College Christian Brothers University Cornell University Covenant College Furman University Georgia Institute of Technology Grand Canyon University Hampton University High Point University Indiana University at Bloomington Knox College Lindenwood University Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago Mercer University... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, May 2, 2019

Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Upper School Musical: Return to the Forbidden Planet

Return to the Forbidden Planet Fasten your seatbelts, return your tray tables to the upright position and prepare to blast off! "Return to the Forbidden Planet" opens next week at St. George's. This is one fun-filled, rock 'n' roll musical you don't want to miss! When? April 4 - 6 at 7PM April 7 at 3PM Where? St. George's Germantown Campus Chapel/Performing Arts Center 8250 Poplar Avenue Cost? $5 for students $10 for adults Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Monday, March 11, 2019

"The Lodge" Wins at THSPA Awards

The Tennessee High School Press Association awards show was held in Nashville on March 4, and St. George's student magazine "The Lodge" had a big showing! The magazine won first overall in best website, as well as second overall for best newspaper. "The Lodge" remains the only nationally recognized student newspaper in the state of Tennessee. Below is a list of all the winners for their work in the 2017-2018 calendar year. ... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Monday, March 11, 2019

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Summer at St. George's

Join us this summer for any of our exciting summer experiences. Raft. Explore. Camp out. Kayak. Paint. Write. Prepare. Volunteer. Bend. Stretch. Learn. Play. Create. Tinker. Build. Cheer. Bat. Catch. Throw. Score. The possibilities are limitless. Choose Camp Gryphon, a summer-long day camp for grades JK-5, or the Counselor-in-Training program for grades 6-9. Choose from nearly 100 specialty camps for  Lower School ,  Middle Schoo l   and  Upper School ... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Friday, March 1, 2019

Building Good Digital Citizenship in Our School Community

There is no question that the reach and capacity of our digital world can be alarming. While our natural inclination might be to turn away or ignore these challenges, the internet and our own connectivity continues to grow. Our students will operate in an increasingly accessible digital world, and we need to prepare them for success and safety in online spaces. Click below to see Amanda Asbell, Director of Academic Technology for Lower School, discussing digital citizenship at St.... Read More
Posted by Lainie Crose at Friday, March 1, 2019

Thursday, February 28, 2019

Parent Voice: The Importance of Volunteering at Your Child’s School

I have two children, one in second grade and one in ninth grade.  It seems like yesterday that my ninth grade son was entering PK. It literally brings me to tears when I think about it too much, how quickly they are growing up.  I made a choice early on, thanks to my husband’s career, to only work part time outside the home while our kids were young. So having some extra time, I decided to become more active at my child’s school through the Parent’s Association (PA).... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, February 28, 2019
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Teacher Voice: How to Get into College While Staying Sane

Last year, I watched my niece navigate the college search process. Though I have worked in admissions or college counseling for almost 20 years, everything about this moment felt different. I struggled to find the right words to say to my niece, despite my (hopefully) being a calming presence for students as they navigate the highs and lows of a process that has everything and nothing to do with them. I knew I was off-base when I tried to schedule a time to talk and she got... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, February 26, 2019
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Parent Voice: Service and Athletics

Random Smith Saturday: 8:00 AM: 3 boys, ages 11, 9, and 7, are dressed in various sports uniforms, equipment bags packed and ready at the door,  calmly eating a healthy breakfast and ready to begin the day. 9:30 AM: Boy 1 has a game and all the family is there to watch. 11:30am - Boy 2 has a game and all the family is there to watch.  1:00pm - Family enjoys a relaxing lunch. 2:30pm - Boy 3 has a game and all the family is there to watch.  4:00pm – Boy... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, February 26, 2019
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Friday, February 22, 2019

Gryphon for a Day

Join us next Friday to be a Gryphon for the Day! Experience St. George's active learning and agile teaching first hand. Shadow a student. Meet the faculty. Enjoy lunch. Make new friends.  Friday, March 1 8 AM  through lunch (Germantown Campus/grades 2-5) 8:20 AM through lunch (Collierville Campus/grades 6-11) Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Friday, February 22, 2019

Thursday, February 21, 2019

Student Voice: Serving Up Coffee and Creativity

Serving Up Coffee and Creativity For the past three years, right before St. George’s closes for Thanksgiving break, the high school students come to school to find their dining hall covered in string lights and beanbags. Then, while holding mugs of hot chocolate and coffee, they watch as their peers perform at the annual Coffee House. Performances range from singing and playing instruments to students showcasing their original poetry. Coffee House was started in the 2015-2016 school... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, February 21, 2019
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

Parent Voice: Transition, Trepidation and Treasure

Anyone who has relocated, switched schools, sold a home or purchased a house knows that these can be very stressful events. Last summer, my family and I faced all of these life events simultaneously. While it was a challenging time for our family in so many ways, St. George’s Independent School offered us hope, purpose and direction. "The admission process was simple, understandable, flexible and friendly." As soon as we found out we would be relocating from Virginia... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, February 21, 2019
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Thursday, February 21, 2019

Teacher Voice: Ordinary Grit

For a chapel talk earlier this year, I decided to Speak to the students about Grit, and I'm excited to share that talk with our wider school community. Grit does not have to involve overcoming exceptional circumstances or result in becoming a multimillionaire. Grit can be ordinary, and ordinary can be heroic. I think it is vitally important for young people to understand that grit does not ensure fame, fortune, popularity, or even the kind of success that they might imagine. Failure and... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, February 21, 2019
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Tuesday, February 5, 2019

Spring Sports Preview

The spring semester at St. George’s is always a busy time, but it’s especially busy for all of our athletes and coaches. We have ten teams competing this spring, and they’ll need the support of our Gryphon family! Keep reading to learn more about our must-watch athletes and what to expect from each team and their sport. On the track, our boys and girls teams are eager to line up on the starting blocks for this year’s season. Seniors Will Johns, Zach Williams and... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, February 5, 2019
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Friday, January 25, 2019

Leaving a Legacy in 2019

A new year mandates reflection on the past and anticipation for the future. As another year is set in stone, we’re thrilled to review the traditions practiced and created in 2018. One of our school’s greatest traditions is paradoxical in nature – a tradition of change. More aptly, a tradition of legacy creation. The foundation for this tradition of change was laid at our inception. We’ve always relied upon diverse community input to create new traditions. While... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Friday, January 25, 2019

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Coffee and Conversation

Please join Upper School Director Pam McCarthy and Middle School Director Traci Osterhagen to learn how St. George's prepares your child for college, career, and a life lived beautifully and bravely. RSVP to Jody Graddy at 901.261.2315 or jgraddy@sgis.org. Hope to see you there! When Friday, February 1, 2019 8:45-9:45 am Where St. George's Collierville 1880 Wolf River Blvd Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Middle School Play: Schoolhouse Rock Live

Mark your calendars! The St. George's middle school play, "Schoolhouse Rock Live," begins on January 24. Don't miss out on seeing our talented students perform this fast-paced musical filled with clever, catchy songs. When? January 24th - 26th at 7 p.m. January 27 @ 3 p.m. Where? St. George's Germantown Performing Arts Center 8250 Poplar Avenue Cost? $10 adults, $5 students Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Wednesday, December 12, 2018

St. George's Offers Community Second Viewing of "Screenagers"

Due to overwhelming demand, St. George's Independent School is offering a second viewing to parents of the documentary "Screenagers,” which focuses on raising children in the digital age. The second viewing will be January 15, 2019 at 7:00 pm at St. George’s Germantown Campus, located at 8250 Poplar Ave. This event is free and open to the public but again, seats are limited . Please RSVP to the new, second viewing date by clicking this link. ... Read More
Posted by Lainie Crose at Wednesday, December 12, 2018

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Winter Camp Gryphon

St. George's Germantown campus is vibrant and alive — even over winter break!   If you are looking for fun, meaningful winter break activities in a safe environment, please register for Winter Camp Gryphon by clicking here . Boys and girls in grades PK-5 will enjoy sports, fine arts, games, and creative play. Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

5th Graders Visit Middle School for the Day

We know the step up from 5th to 6th grade can be intimidating, so it's important we show our students just how amazing their middle school experiences will be. Check out the video below to see for yourself the unique programs our 5th graders experienced last week when they visited middle school for the day. Are you interested in touring our middle school? Visit our Admission page and set up a tour. We would love to show you around.   Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

St. George's Scholars Excel in Robotics Competitions

St. George’s robotics rock! St. George’s students are encouraged to focus deeply on personal areas of interest while thinking broadly about the implications of their work on the world around them. One area in which 26 Upper School students live out this mission is on our robotics team – The RoboGryphs. Led by VEX Robotics Tennessee’s 2017-18 high school teacher of the year, and physics and engineering teacher at St. George’s, Crista Smothers, our students... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Monday, December 10, 2018

St. George's Welcomes New Varsity Softball Coach

We are very excited to announce Kyle Capstick as our new Head Varsity Softball Coach! Coach Capstick is a graduate of St. George's ('08), and she is excited to be coaching at the school where she once played varsity softball. "Having helped build the program as a member of the first varsity softball team for the Gryphons, I'm very excited about the opportunity to step back onto the field and build our softball program as the head coach. It really feels like full... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Monday, December 10, 2018
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Thursday, November 29, 2018

St. George's Welcomes New Water Polo Coach

We are very excited to announce Robyn Fernandez as our new varsity water polo coach! Coach Fernandez has an extensive background working with children in both education and athletics, most recently coaching 5th through 8th grade boys in a developing water polo program at Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School. She is excited to be a part of the St. George's community and has enjoyed getting to know her new Gryphon athletes. Coach Fernandez was a scholar athlete at Azusa Pacific... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Thursday, November 29, 2018
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Monday, November 19, 2018

St. George's Welcomes Varsity Girls Lacrosse Head Coach

After an extensive national search, we are very excited to announce Kayleigh Pearson as our Varsity Girls Lacrosse Head Coach. Coach Pearson brings the perfect combination of solid player experience, impressive coaching credentials, a genuine interest in mentoring girls and a desire to share her passion for the sport. She personifies the St. George's approach to coaching, which focuses on sportsmanship, leadership, determination and commitment. Serving most recently as co-coach of... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Monday, November 19, 2018
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Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Student Athlete Alexis Bourdeau '19: Portrait of a Graduate Personified

You know a St. George's graduate by the way she builds bridges, inwardly and outwardly, connecting a disciplined mind, adventurous spirit, and a brave heart, through her courage to meet the world exactly as it is, and her determination to leave it better than it was. These words, taken from the St. George's portrait of a graduate, were written with students like Alexis Bourdeau '19 in mind. A committed swimmer, disciplined lacrosse player, and driven scholar, Alexis manages a... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, October 31, 2018
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Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Student-led Initiative Builds Connections Across Grade Levels in Upper School

After months of quiet planning and diligent work, St. George's recently unveiled a new house system. The house system approach stems from a common practice in English boarding schools. If you are familiar with the Harry Potter series, you likely remember that the students were divided into houses in this manner as well. The house system at St. George’s is a student-led initiative, born out of the 2017 junior-class retreat as a way to build connections among students of different... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, October 3, 2018
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Wednesday, October 3, 2018

SGIS Students and UofM Scientists Partner on Aquifer Research

Giving students the opportunity to practice civic-led research in school is rare, but St. George’s has created a nationally funded opportunity for our students to practice university-level scientific research while gaining an appreciation for conservation and sustainability as functions of everyday life.   St. George’s Collierville Campus is situated adjacent to lands protected by the Wolf River Conservancy (WRC), a regional land trust whose mission is to preserve... Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, October 3, 2018
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Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Join us for Collierville Campus Open House

St. George's will welcome families interested in learning more about the SGIS Collierville Campus at our Open House on Sunday, Nov. 11 at 2:00 p.m. Join us to learn more about active learning and agile teaching. Can't make the Open House? Click here to schedule a tour and visit our campus anytime.       Read More
Posted by Austin Henderson at Wednesday, October 3, 2018
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