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A WORLD-CHANGING PREP SCHOOL SINCE 1882

Wardlaw+Hartridge School

About W+H
OUR MISSION
The Wardlaw+Hartridge School prepares students to lead and succeed in a world of global interconnection. We provide an educational atmosphere characterized by academic challenge, rigorous inquiry, support for individual excellence, diversity, and a familial sense of community.

MEET OUR FACULTY & STAFF
We provide a personal approach to educating and developing the whole child, enabling them to achieve the highest standards of academic performance and personal growth.

Pioneering. Thinkers.
Admission
WELCOME TO W+H
At The Wardlaw+Hartridge School, we are committed to teaching students to have the courage and character to shape the future of our world. We feel strongly that the admission process is a personal one. We invite you to explore, to learn, and to discover what it means to be a Pioneering. Thinker.

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR
We encourage you to view our virtual tour, and then make an appointment with the Admission Office to find out more about what The Wardlaw+Hartridge School has to offer.

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Academics
PIONEERING. THINKERS.

Wardlaw+Hartridge curricula and programs aim to stretch imaginations, develop athletic and artistic skills, foster collaboration and global understanding, and provide opportunities for leadership and personal growth.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMS

Our Signature Programs prepare students to lead and succeed in a world of global interconnection. These opportunities for students to engage in additional programming develop global citizens with the courage and character to shape the future of our world.

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Arts
PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS
Wardlaw+Hartridge offers a robust Performing Arts program including general music, band, choir, theatrical plays and musicals, private music lessons and dance. In the Visual Arts, our students work with skilled, experienced faculty members in dedicated art spaces to develop their talents and explore their creativity.
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Athletics
SPORTS PROGRAMS

Learn more about each Rams Athletic Program. From the program page, use links to Coach & Team Information, or Team Schedules for more specifics.

SPORTS REGISTRATION

Find all of the forms necessary for current W+H Athletes to submit for athletic eligibility, plus tons of useful information and resources for athletes.

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Community
The W+H Experience

The Wardlaw+Hartridge School fosters a culture of excellence and meaningful lifetime connections within our community. Each interaction is welcoming and responsive, creates a sense of belonging and caring, for every one who walks through our doors.
We are distinguished by an ethos of care, respect, empathy, and a strong partnership with families which all contribute to the vibrant sense of community that is our hallmark.
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In This Section

A View from the Middle

Early Childhood Landing Page

Welcome to A View from the Middle by Corinna Crafton, Head of Middle School, a blog featuring interesting educational observations and commentary.

Corinna Crafton

Mar 31 2021

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Empathy, Understanding, Community

Empathy, Understanding, Community

Corinna Crafton

Jan 28 2021

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Finding Innovative Ways to Serve

Finding Innovative Ways to Serve

Corinna Crafton

Dec 9 2020

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Guest Blog: New Year, New Memories

Guest Blog: New Year, New Memories

Corinna Crafton

Sep 22 2020

Early last spring, when COVID was newly-arrived and we were all just beginning to figure out how we could teach and learn remotely, I shared with students a bit of wisdom from Mr. Rogers: "Look for the helpers.”

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Service Energizes Community During Pandemic

Service Energizes Community During Pandemic

Corinna Crafton

Jun 3 2020

A pillar of our Middle School program is service to and learning from others. Churchill’s words are especially appropriate when we consider the many ways our students serve and learn within and beyond the W+H community.

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Community, Cooperation, Collective Good: Look for the Helpers

Community, Cooperation, Collective Good: Look for the Helpers

Corinna Crafton

Apr 16 2020

We tell our children and each other that there are silver linings to be found amidst adversity. Our current struggle is a mighty one, the adversary powerful and ruthless. Yet, this war, too, shall pass.

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Inclusivity Comes with Challenges in Young Adolescents

Inclusivity Comes with Challenges in Young Adolescents

Corinna Crafton

Mar 12 2020

Middle school-aged students crave two things seemingly to be at odds with each other. They want ardently to be seen as and recognized as individuals yet fear being perceived as different.

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Life’s Greatest Challenges Require Rigorous Inquiry

Life’s Greatest Challenges Require Rigorous Inquiry

Corinna Crafton

Feb 4 2020

Today’s Middle School blog marks a departure from my past approaches. I have enjoyed sharing highlights and developments regarding a particular aspect of the important work we do in Middle School.

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A Student's Perspective on Global Engagement

A Student's Perspective on Global Engagement

Corinna Crafton

Dec 11 2019

It is my privilege to share this month’s blog with a member of our Student Government and Publications team this year. Ms. Oluwagbemisola “Gbemi” Olarewaju ’24 is a leader of our Student Government group and writes about the ways our students demonstrate global engagement through

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