The Serious Business of Play: Engineering in the Middle School

Upper School Adds AR Physics to Advanced Research Offerings

Student curiosity sparked the launch of AR Physics, the sixth class in Rowland Hall's Advanced Research program, which gives seniors the chance to tackle big questions through ambitious, self-directed work. Read this story, as well as view photos and links. [https://www.rowlandhall.org/stories/story/~board/all/post/upper-school-adds-ar-physics-to-advanced-research-offerings]

AR Biology Grads Earn Two More Research Publications

Just three months into 2026, research conducted by two Advanced Research Biology groups during the 2024–2025 school year was published in the peer-reviewed International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Read this story, explore the research, and view photos and links. [https://www.rowlandhall.org/stories/story/~board/all/post/recent-ar-biology-grads-navigate-academic-peer-review-earn-two-more-publications]

The Serious Business of Play: Engineering in the Middle School

In Digital Gadget Creations, one of the Middle School's newest elective courses, play is part of the learning process, giving students room to explore, experiment, and build a deeper understanding of concepts. Read this story, as well as view photos and links. [https://www.rowlandhall.org/stories/story/~board/all/post/the-serious-business-of-play-engineering-in-the-middle-school]

More than Words: How Students Grow Through the Spelling Bee

A familiar tradition for generations of students, the spelling bee is about more than spelling. It's a chance for students to grow, take risks, and support one another. Read this story, as well as view photos and links. [https://www.rowlandhall.org/stories/story/~board/all/post/lower-school-spelling-bee]

The Beginning School Is Getting a New Playground

This spring, the Beginning School will welcome a new play area designed with input from Rowland Hall kindergartners. Hear how the thoughtfully designed space will support child-led, imaginative, collaborative, and open-ended play. Read this story, as well as view photos and links. [https://www.rowlandhall.org/stories/story/~board/all/post/the-beginning-school-is-getting-a-new-playground]