Other Programs, I got an undergrad degree in physics with a math minor as an adult, followed by masters in teaching secondary school science and math. She has clear passion and drive for how children learn, and she embodies the Putney High ethos of academic excellence alongside outstanding pastoral care. Email: rsmith@putneyschool.org Head of School's Office, Phone: (802) 387-6261 Departments: Departments: Departments: Creativity is fully supported and cultivated. What keeps me here at Putney is the idea of learning new things and the possibility of implementing projects. University of Central Florida Outside of school, Mr Miller is keen to take on new challenges, one such highlight was his successful completion of the Virgin London Marathon for the Make-a-Wish charity in 2018. I am a perpetual student, mom, gardener, home chef, athletic trainer, nurse, health coach and EMT. Departments: We have an ethos of modern scholarship which makes learning challenging, fun and relevant. Universit de la Sorbonne, Phone: 802-451-6806 Formerly, there were four houses, Argyll, Cromwell, Fairfax and Pitt then there were three school houses Austen, Bronte and Eliot, named after well-known female authors, all of whom felt that their sex gave them a disadvantage and used pseudonyms when writing. After a few years of coordinating and assisting research at UNC Chapel Hill, I decided to go back to my loving roots: working with youth! Email: toyewole@putneyschool.org Dining Services, Phone: She will learn the skills to question, to work hard and to gain the emotional resilience to know her own worth. To contact our admissions office: (802) 387-6201; acunningham@putneyschool.org. However, during urgent events, visit www.sd43.bc.ca to ensure you receive the most accurate and up-to-date information. Putney embraces and celebrates students varied interests and diversity of learning styles, which I really appreciate. She has a passion for lifelong learning, has a Diploma in Computing from the University of Oxford and in 2015 was awarded her MA in Education from the University of Bath. Schedule a Visit In addition to his teaching qualifications, Mr Miller is also a qualified Paws b mindfulness teacher and has a passion for ensuring that the academic rigour of the school is balanced by its pastoral approach. Email: jtevolini@putneyschool.org Departments: Once I settled in here I fell in love with the school and the profession. I came to The Putney School by chance, but the strength of the community has kept me here for nearly 20 years. From 'Putney Young Musician of the Year' to Putney High Choral Society and a host of classical concerts, there's a lot to look forward to. Curiosity brought me here. PHS U12-U15 TEAM (NETBALL/LACROSSE) SHIRT 30.00 . Communications. Address: 35 Putney Hill, Putney, London, SW15 6BH, United Kingdom Telephone: +44 208 788 4886 Website: http://www.putneyhigh.gdst.net/ Positions available at Putney High School Putney High School, Wandsworth Applications are welcomed from well-qualified and enthusiastic Key Stage 2 teachers to teach in excellent facilities in our Junior School. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth I looked up at how pretty the stars were and decided that I was going to message all my friends and just get them to come to the pasture and dance under the stars with me. Her contributing work on an investigative journalism piece for The Commons received several New England Newspaper & Press Association (NENPA) awards for her journalism work. Putney high is a 3mile heavy traffic (25 mins drive each way) but feels right from ethos and academic rigour. John and his wife Nicole live off campus and are busy raising their son Jack. Math Department, B.M. You'll come away from your visit with a clearer idea of what life is like here, and you'll never know all the different things that high school can be until you've seen Putney in action. Its happening all over campus. John has 30 years of experience working with teens in a variety of settings, including hospitals, communities, and Schools. GCSE Results 2022 - A record-breaking year! Dean of Students Office, Phone: 802-387-7352 According to the Good Schools Guide, the school maintains a "Positive, friendly but hardworking atmosphere with good balance of sport, art, music, etc. Thats when I found Putney it had rowing and knitting and cows and I thought Id found heaven. As of September 2013, the school uses an updated system of four houses, Ferrier, Stark, Hepburn and Burton, named after influential women all of whom were nominated by the students (Kathleen Ferrier, Freya Stark, Audrey Hepburn and Beryl Burton). Phone: 802-387-6221 I did not search for Putney. Athletic Department, School for International Training, Phone: 802-387-6233 Before my service at Putney, I worked at Moses Brown School, Milton Academy, CITYterm at the Masters School, Miss Porters School, and The Independent Day School. Email: grosenberg@putneyschool.org He works health services department as a counselor. I think Im more brave and willing to try new things after coming to Putney. We take what we learn off the hill and out into the world. Email: pblair@putneyschool.org I am an artist at heart, however my passion flows as I begin my journey here at The Putney School. This natural inclination led me to The Putney School . Departments: Temple University I was a late bloomer as a reader, but it is one of my favorite pastimes now along with cooking and gardening. Our school strives to keep our community informed. Head of Progress and Reporting. Departments: She began her teaching career in 2004 at another GDST school, Croydon High, having previously worked in finance. International & ESOL, Each individual is seen, heard, valued and challenged to be his or her best self. Departments: Michigan State University, Phone: 802-387-6226 Library Department, Departments: M.S. Ed. It is well-served by buses, the 93, 14, 39 and 85. Athletic Department, Email: mroussi@putneyschool.org She is very good at art (and has offers elsewhere with art scholarships; none of the above schools offer art scholarships at 11+) and dance, quite musical, but not massively sporty or into acting / drama. Previous chapters have also included being director of the arts at another independent school, teaching dance in a multitude of settings (from colleges to community centers), as well choreographing and performing nationally and internationally. Here are those important dates for your diary. Mr Andrew Miller joined Putney High School in September 2015 as a Year Three class teacher before being promoted to Junior School Deputy Head (Academic). Admission Office, Thats something that I really appreciate about boarding schools like this, because we have international students and people that come from all different places. Putney really allows you to come up with your own ideas. William, Hercules (our Great Dane), and I will be on campus for the first time this fall term. Placing importance on a wide range of endeavors,students work with their hands as well as minds, often integrating the two. We see the joy that comes from meaningful inquiry and meaningful work. 802-387-2305 I was always amazed by how welcoming the community was and is. He enjoys working with teens and helping them to make changes in their lives, offering support and watching them grow. Email: mderouault@putneyschool.org Email: thowe@putneyschool.org We value collaboration more than competition. They don't learn their grades . Departments: School Sport Magazine has named Putney High as one of the UK's top 5 schools for sport. Phone: Email: lweinstein@putneyschool.org Me llamo Abelardo Almazn-Vzquez. SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Dance, Phone: 802-387-7326 University of Montana One of the most important aspects of my pedagogy is that if you give students the proper resources, just a little guidance and a real sense of agency, then they are capable of way more than most adults would ever assume. 2. Departments: She began her teaching career as Head of Academic Music at St Marys Ascot in 2008, quickly progressing to Assistant Head of Sixth Form. Center for Teaching & Learning. M.A. Putney is a culture of inspiration, innovation, energy and creativity in teaching, and this character shapes the learning of our pupils. What keeps me here 25 years later is the rush that comes from facilitating the discovery of young peoples creativity, sharing my passion for clay, giving back what I have learned and accomplished, continually learning from my students, and being in a growth-ful, stimulating, challenging environment among vibrant young people. History, PUTNEY HIGH SCHOOL. I also serve as one of the Diversity Committee members. Departments: I studied psychology at Stanford University for two years before transferring to College of the Atlantic where I finished my degree combining literature, psychology and the arts. Williams College Whether art, science, performance, introspection, exercise, leisure, work, support, or simply existing as a person in this world, The Putney School is a place where you can do it, whatever it is, to the fullest extent. Support Staff Interview. Dartmouth College Putney High School is an independent all-girls day school in Putney, London. Vermont College of Fine Arts, Phone: The Putney school offers a wonderful mix of art and academics all while in a gorgeous setting. From our Headmistress, Suzie Longstaff, an ex-Olympic cox, to the many scholars, published authors, skilled artists, composers, playwrights and sports coaches; every one plays a part in creating the stimulating learning environment for which Putney is known. M.L.I.S. Helping a student get past a math-phobia or to gain new appreciation for math is the BEST! Email: hmccormick@putneyschool.org Theres always a lot going on at Putney. Departments: I coach the Boys Soccer team, and I teach Latin Dance (Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia). Phone: 802-387-7302 Admission Office, Evening Arts Animation and Digital Design Teacher, B.A. Daycare, Phone: 802-387-6238 Ph.D. University of California, Irvine, Phone: 802-387-7332 Email: csilver@putneyschool.org Email: bjewel@putneyschool.org M.A. It feels fulfilling to be on this path of uplifting philanthropy in service to The Putney School. I grew up in Seattle, Washington, and learned to love hiking, skiing, climbing and being outdoors even in the rain. Departments: Farm Staff, B.A. I am thrilled to have a chance to add my voice to the Putney community along with my son. I came into school nursing about 7 years ago after a decade of hospital nursing. We respec ully acknowledge that we live and learn on the unceded core tradi onal territory of the kikm (Kwikwetlem) First Na on, which lies within the shared territories of the Sllwta . Its unlike other schools because Im able to actually do what I love, the way I like, without too many boundaries and restrictions. It is an honor to be serving Putney, a school I so deeply believe in, in this role, at this time. and in the summer can often be found floating in cold water, reading a book. With a unique combination of academic rigour and a truly broad education, we will help your daughter to prepare for a future filled with promise. Departments: 1. Mr Andy Thwaite - Howarth. After years of inner-city teaching (in NYC and LA), it is a privilege to be on Putneys bucolic hill working to ensure access for all who wish to call it home. I have been seen in local productions with Main Street Arts and the Wild Goose Players. B.A. She is committed to instilling a love and aptitude of learning in all pupils in an environment which nurtures and stimulates intellectual curiosity, creativity and innovation. I graduated from the school of laws and practiced law prior to moving to North Carolina in 2002. English Department, The answer I wish Id given during my interview is very simple: This is the education I wish I had during my high school years. Then I came to Putney for round one: (1999-2001), followed by graduate school in quantitative ecology and then by four years in the energy industry. Phone: 802-387-6231 For more than 75 years, The Putney School has been at the forefront of the progressive school movement. I continue to travel as much as possible. Protest has turned to action at Putney High School, The Addams Family - A Year 12/13 Production, Product Marketing Manager at Google - PIE Talk. Email: pstickney@putneyschool.org 802-387-2305 (fax) Director of College Counseling and 12th Grade Class Dean, Phone: 802-387-6227 Putney High School is an independent all-girls day school in Putney, London. Previously Mrs Gilbert worked at Priory C of E School, Dorking and received her SCITT PGCE from George Abbott School. Application. She has recently become an ISI Inspector and is on the governing board of two local schools. Email: kdawley@putneyschool.org Email: OIselin@putneyschool.org Miami University Dining Services. Email: rhockertlotz@putneyschool.org Center for Teaching & Learning. James Mutton is Deputy Head, Digital Innovation and Curriculum at Putney High School. Email: tgreenidge@putneyschool.org Im a wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. B.A. Mrs Sarah Moy. From the food to the reflective and educational conversations during our opening meetings every year, to the purposeful nature of our work with the students, Putney is exceptionally REAL. Email: lbrennan@putneyschool.org World Languages. Athletic Department, PhD. Email: sharkins@putneyschool.org Plant Staff, Phone: As someone who has attended and worked in schools most of my life, I have been intrigued by the progressive education model of Putney and the important role that the students play in running the school and making decisions about their education. As a teacher, I began as an environmental/outdoor/ecology educator working along the coast of Maine for nearly five years. Email: rmuller@putneyschool.org She is the 2020 gubernatorial appointee to the Vermont Humanities Councils board of directors and has a solo photography show, Dark Goddess, being featured in the Manchester, VT gallery, Southern Vermont Arts Center in August September 2021. Email: melliott@putneyschool.org Im a board member of the Rich Earth Institute, an organization that works with fertilizer from urine to create clean rivers and sustainable farms. Shanta Lee has an MFA in Creative Non-Fiction and Poetry at the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Before I came to Putney, I taught courses on the history of capitalism, law and politics, and slavery and emancipation at the University of Montana. We are part of the Girls Day School Trust the UKs leading network of independent girls schools, with 25 schools and academies united in one purpose: to help every girl fulfil her potential and to lead the way in providing an unrivalled education. Departments: Email: lhodgman@putneyschool.org Department Heads, Departments: Ive learned that self advocacy is a real thing. My husband Randy and I came to Putney in the fall of 1999 as an adventure! The 2022-23 fees at Putney High School are 7,213 per term for senior school pupils (Years 7 to 11). I grew up in Stockholm, Sweden and Putney is the first workplacethat parallelsmy love and philosophies around the natural world, a holistic lifestyle, and adventure, much like my upbringing. For me a good day is any day spent outdoors. Dining Services, B.A. Every year I found myself more and more drawn to the place and the people. I love working with teenagers (especially Putney students) because they give me hope we are truly capable of achieving a society worthy of the name. My students push me to be a better teacher, but also a better person. Departments: The Trustees of the school are the Trustees of the GDST, details of whom can be found onthis pageof the GDST website. It is a place for young people to nurture their spirits as well as their minds. Director of Technology & Library Services, History and Humanities Writing & Research Teacher, B.A. Email: afrye@putneyschool.org I love to travel, learn about different cultures, spend time outdoors and be active. Departments: Karla Baldwin College Counselor John Barrengos Director of Admission and Financial Aid Jessica Batten Dance Program Director Allison Baum Gray House Dorm Faculty Peter Blair Plant Staff Melissa Bliznak Student Accounts/Accounts Payable Specialist Lynn Brennan Math Teacher and Cross Country Coach John Buser Mental Health Counselor Kevin Champney Email: KWhite@putneyschool.org Art Department, Departments: Departments: M.Ed. Departments: Learn more about the leadership opportunities available to our students. Email: mlillie@putneyschool.org I continue to be surprised by the beauty of this campus. Email: redgeworth@theputneyschool.org William Smith College Phone: 802-387-6230 I havent taught anywhere other than Putney and Im not sure I ever could. Our Head Student Team play an essential role in the running of the school. I grew up in New Jersey and Israel. Departments: 802-387-6277 (fax) Meet the Headmistress What an exciting time it is! When Im not working with Putney students and their families, I am usually found outdoors on top of a mountain, near the ocean, or in my kitchen with myhusband and threechildren. 802-387-2305 (fax) Im currently enjoying to get to know the natural world here mushrooms are abundant, birds are active, foxes are running around the fields. Departments: Email: cfairchild@putneyschool.org MA (Hons), QTS. Administration, Outside of work, I hike, garden, play music on a daily basis and generally take advantage of the beautiful Southern Vermont landscape with my faithful English Setter Aesop. Phone: 802-387-2150 I have worked with students who learn differently for almost thirty years. Science Department, B.A. Summer Programs, Phone: The Putney students and alumni give me many things to love about my work, and because they are always changing and growing and asking good questions, they keep that work interesting and engaging, for which Im very grateful. Departments: Find out more about Putney High School Sixth Form. Phone: 802-387-6254 Miss Isobel Franks joined Putney High Junior School in January 2012 as a Year 5 Class Teacher, before being promoted to Pastoral Tutor and then KS2 Coordinator. Email: adougan@putneyschool.org D.E.S.S. Achievements, General, Headline, In the Press, News, Senior School, Sixth Form, Sports, General, Headline, In the Press, Junior School, News, Senior School, Sixth Form, Suzie Longstaff, Community, Guests, Headline, News, Partnerships, Senior School, Sixth Form, STEM, Achievements, Celebration, General, Headline, Performance, Senior School, Achievements, Headline, In the Press, Senior School, Sixth Form, Arts, General, Headline, In the Press, News, Senior School, Sixth Form, STEM, Suzie Longstaff. Health Office Manager Department Heads, Im constantly amazed at how talented The Putney School students and faculty are. Update my browser now, Places are available for Year 2 entry in September 2023 - To register for one of our open mornings, Copyright 2023 Hurlingham School. Often referred to as simply Putney,[1] the school admits students from the ages 418. It's a very well rounded experience. Glassdoor gives you an inside look at what it's like to work at Putney High School, including salaries, reviews, office photos, and more. Phone: 802-387-4730 Departments: Positive Experience. Departments: Email: dmadden@putneyschool.org I believe that experience is the best teacher. Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury, Phone: 802-387-7328 After that, I traveled and studied in Central America for a year before landing in Istanbul where I taught in a bilingual Turkish school for a while. Departments: Photo from our 'Click Photography' club. I have had a lifelong love of languages and culture. I teach math because the experience of watching someone use their brain to figure something out is one of the most beautiful things in the world, and I dont mean beautiful in a metaphorical way, but in the most concrete sense. MA New York University History, Phone: 802-387-6234 Departments: Plant Staff, Phone: 802-387-8585 D. Columbia University Teachers College, Phone: 802-387-6218 I live in Dummerston with my partner and our adorable goats. A place like this truly values what one has to offer. Email: kchampney@putneyschool.org Email: kmccorvy@putneyschool.org Email: hschmidt@putneyschool.org Our family was drawn to Putney 14 years ago just before my second daughter was born. George Eliot lived for a time in Holly Lodge, Southfields, a house within walking distance of the Putney High School site. With a mission to create active, critical thinkers and members of a democratic society, our goal is not to merely convey information but to engage our students in the learning process so they become the makers of their own education. 802-387-2305 (fax) Cleveland State University, Phone: 802-387-6240 Email: kyannatos@putneyschool.org Academically high-achieving, rounded and responsible, Putney is as down-to earth as it is dynamic. Update your browser to view this website correctly. For Ms Barden working with the Sixth Form is an incredible privilege. Daycare, Phone: 802-387-6213 M.M. B.F.A. UCLA Im proud to give a strong voice to our students from underrepresented and minority groups. M.A.T. Departments: Departments: [clarification needed] In 2018 the school acquired a rowing boathouse on the Putney Embankment, becoming the first ever all girls boathouse on the Thames.[4][5][6]. At Putney, we believe that students learn best by doing, and this holds true for prospective students as well. & B.A. Email: ejohnson@putneyschool.org Im a chemical engineer from Instituto Tecnolgico de Zacatepec in Mexico. Mr Roland Devitt. I am a mom of three kids who enjoys watching movies, 80s rock, and taking photos, sewing, reading, watch movies, and spend time with my family and friends. Academic Office, B.A. English Department, I love how there is no such thing as a classic Putney student. Its not rocket science. putneyschool.org (802) 387-6232 418 HOUGHTON BROOK RD PUTNEY, VT 05346 Request Info About The Putney School. On average, in the junior school, there are 48 children in a year, 2 classes in a year and 24 in each class. Email: jsmith@putneyschool.org A.D. Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University, Phone: I now work in a place where I can, and must, do them all. When students learn by doing rather than being told, they develop confidence, deeper understanding . Departments: . Email: aalmazan-vazquez@putneyschool.org Combined with career and entrepreneurship programmes and specialist World Class Universities support, youll be well prepared as you decide on applications and embark on the next stage of your learning. At Putney you will learn the art and skill of self-motivation and self-direction while working with others in an inclusive environment. Everyone plays an active role in running the community. In the senior school, there are about 257 in a class and each year has an intake of about 110, so 4 classes a year. Math Department. Email: mogden@putneyschool.org As the seasons change each year I am inspired by this wonderful and natural setting. M.F.A. Dining Services, B.A. The school also has links with Putney Lacrosse Club. Email: jbuser@putneyschool.org The best schools are fun, supportive and inspirational environments for young enquiring minds. Departments: Putney High School is a member of the Girls' Day School Trust, a union of 26 schools with 19,500 students and 3,500 staff. Meredith is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Departments: We loved the idea of living in the hills of Vermont in an intentional, international community that focused on sustainability, the arts, and community. I love that everyone at Putney every adult and every adolescent is both a student and a teacher. Departments: I am interested in how to cultivate both creativity and critical thinking as students find their authority as learners. Summer Programs, Phone: Phone: 802-387-6260 B.A. 'Academic with a very modern edge', Putney High is renowned for its excellent results and leavers' destinations. English Department. I began my career teaching secondary English, and I am delighted to work with teenagers again. Departments: Mrs Page-Roberts gained her B.Ed (Hons) at the University of Chichester, where she majored in English.