Lisa Butler ’82 P’15 ’17 ’20 was recently appointed President & CEO of GBS|CIDP Foundation International, which supports individuals and their families affected by Guillian-Barre’ syndrome (GBS), chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), and other rare diseases and related conditions through a commitment to support, education, research, and advocacy.
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Jon Timmons, Middle School and Upper School Choir Director was inducted into Central York High School’s Performing Arts Hall of Fame on October 17, 2024. This prestigious group was established in 2023 to recognize and honor Central York High School alumni, teachers, directors, and supporters who have achieved a high level of excellence and accomplishment in music, theater, and/or film, during their high school career and/or after graduating from Central York.
Germantown Academy’s 8th Grade Day Off Campus allowed students to shadow professionals in fields of their choice, providing hands-on career exploration and meaningful community engagement.
Alex Badami '22 finished 257th in 26:19.00 at the 2024 NCAA Division III Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 23.
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Family STEAM Night was a student-led event where community members learned about and participated in a variety of activities that connect Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. The curriculum and technologies that are explored within the TinkerLab of the Lower School at GA were highlighted primarily, but it was also an opportunity to collaborate and show the vertical integration of programming across the Middle and Upper grades.
Senior Gertie Lafferty '24 writes about how the annual Senior Retreat helped her and fellow classmates think about the future.
Sarah Na recently led a workshop at a Parents’ Committee meeting on Identity, and then oversaw a similar activity in the Upper School where student leaders peer-facilitated discussions. She answers questions about the activity – Step In, Step Out - and why she felt it was impactful and important.
Former tech insider and social media strategist Max Stossel to spoke to students and families about the ways that social media impacts our minds, bodies, and hearts.