Pembroke Hill School

What a spooktacular morning at Pembroke Hill's Wornall Campus Ghost Walk! It was fantastic to see our students and families in their creative costumes, spreading joy and laughter all around. Thank you for joining us in the Halloween spirit! We hope everyone had a hauntingly good time!

What a fantastic Homecoming weekend at Pembroke Hill!

We moved the traditional Homecoming parade to the Ward Parkway campus this year, and it was a sight to see! Lower, middle and upper school students got to cheer on their classmates. Then came the pep rally and the powderpuff football game.

Friday night, we crowned our Homecoming royalty and cheered our Raider football team to another big win - securing an undefeated regular season record! A huge thank you to all the alumni who returned to celebrate with us—it was wonderful to see our community come together.

What an incredible start to our Homecoming festivities at Pembroke Hill! Today, our youngest Raiders in the early childhood building welcomed upper school students to the Wornall Campus for a morning full of fun and excitement.

From playing in classrooms to learning cheers with our cheerleaders, and meeting the one and only Roscoe the Raider, it was a memorable day filled with laughter and school spirit! Let’s keep the celebration going!

Join us this Sunday for Pembroke Hill School’s Open House!

Are you considering a vibrant learning community for your student entering grades 6-12? This is the perfect opportunity to explore all that PHS has to offer!

🗓 Date: Sunday, Oct. 20
⏰ Time: 12 PM
📍 Location: Pembroke Hill School Ward Parkway Campus

RSVP Here: https://www.pembrokehill.org/admissions/visit-pembroke-hill/open-house-registration

Discover our engaging curriculum, dedicated faculty, and exciting extracurricular activities that make PHS a special place to learn and grow.

Don’t miss out—come see why Pembroke Hill is the right fit for your family!

Last week, we had the privilege of welcoming back alum Christopher Bailey '82, who shared his inspiring journey with our Upper School students. As the Arts and Health Lead at the World Health Organization and co-founder of the Jameel Arts and Health Lab, Christopher is at the forefront of integrating arts into health initiatives.

His work focuses on building a global network of research centers to explore how the arts can enhance physical, mental, and social well-being, especially in underserved communities.

Thank you, Christopher, for your impactful insights and for being a shining example of how Pembroke Hill graduates make a difference in the world!

Pembroke Hill is once again well represented among this year’s National Merit Semifinalists! These nine seniors represent 10 percent of the 2025 senior class. Approximately 16,000 students in the country demonstrated unparalleled academic achievement on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) exam taken last year and were recognized as Semifinalists.

Additionally, three students were honored as National Recognition Program awardees. These distinctions are based on meeting score requirements from the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10 or AP Exams.

This year’s National Merit Semifinalists:

Sean Hong
John Honnold
Benjamin Palmet
Riya Raj
Mason Renner
Yelisey Romanov
Luke Ryan
Austin Soulis
Ellesmere Torrance

National Recognition Program Honorees:

Aidan LeBlanc - National Hispanic Recognition
Floyd May IV - National African American Recognition
Ethan Zheng - National First Generation Recognition (New in 2024)

We are so proud of these students and their outstanding accomplishments!

What a fantastic morning at Pembroke Hill School's Lower School Fun Run in Loose Park! 🌳🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Students, families, and faculty came together to enjoy the beautiful weather while getting active and having a blast! It was heartwarming to see our community bond over laughter, friendly competition, and the joy of exercise.

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success!

What a fantastic evening we had at Pembroke Hill School’s All School BBQ this past Friday! It was wonderful to see our vibrant community come together to kick off the new school year. A special shoutout to our incredible Raider football team for their big win under the lights! Your support and enthusiasm make these events truly memorable. Here’s to a great year ahead—let’s keep the Raider spirit alive!

We’re thrilled to announce that applications for the 2025-26 school year are now OPEN! 🎉

At Pembroke Hill, we offer a dynamic and nurturing learning environment for students aged 2 through 12th grade. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to ensuring that every child is known, cared for, and valued.

Join our vibrant community where academic excellence meets personal growth. Discover how we can support your child's educational journey and help them thrive!

🔗 Apply now and be a part of something special: https://www.pembrokehill.org/admissions/apply

What a fantastic start to the year at Pembroke Hill School! Earlier this week, our Convocation brought together grades K-12 for a memorable celebration. We welcomed new students, faculty, and staff with open arms, and honored our newest inductees into the Faculty & Staff Hall of Fame.

We heard from this year's A special shoutout to this year's Alumni Service Award recipient and from our students - highlighting our core values and setting a positive tone for the year ahead.

Here’s to a great kickoff and an amazing year of learning, growth, and community!

Our campuses are still buzzing with excitement as we welcome back our incredible students! From the first bell to the final class, we're thrilled to see so many bright, smiling faces ready to embark on a new year of learning and discovery.

Here’s to new beginnings, fresh opportunities, and a year filled with growth, friendships, and achievements. Let’s make this year unforgettable!

📚✨ What a fantastic first day back at Pembroke Hill! It's been wonderful seeing all the smiling faces, from our eager new students to our returning friends. We’re thrilled to kick off another exciting school year and can’t wait to see the incredible things we’ll achieve together. Here’s to a year full of learning, growth, and memorable moments. Welcome back!

Our Lower School Leadership Council and Upper School Leadership Advisory Board have been hard at work gearing up for the new school year. This summer, they came together for an inspiring Summer Leadership Retreat, where they honed their skills, and learned more about what it truly means to be a leader.

Their dedication and enthusiasm are sure to make this school year extraordinary. We can't wait to see all the amazing things they'll achieve!

We are thrilled to announce and celebrate our outstanding participants in Missouri Boys and Girls State! 🇺🇸 Being chosen as school representatives is a true honor, and we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of you.

A special congratulations goes out to rising senior Johnny Honnold. He was appointed as the party chair for his political party and selected as one of two Missouri Boys State's senators to attend Boys Nation in Washington, D.C. this week. What an incredible accomplishment!

Let's applaud both of our delegations for their hard work and commitment to civic engagement. Thank you for representing Pembroke Hill with pride!

🌟🏆 Pembroke Hill School is thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of our Upper School Speech & Debate team at Nationals! 🏆🌟

Senior Mason Renner has clinched the top spot in the nation for Extemporaneous Debate—an incredible accomplishment showcasing his skill and the dedication of the entire Pembroke Hill team in helping him prep for each round.

Jimmy O'Connell '24 secured a remarkable sixth place in Policy Debate, highlighting his talent and hard work at such a prestigious level.

These individual triumphs, alongside the exceptional performance of our entire team, have propelled the Pembroke Hill program to a national ranking of 13th place—an impressive recognition of our students' commitment to excellence in debate.

Congratulations to Mason, Jimmy, and the entire Speech & Debate team for their stellar achievements!

🌟Introducing our Lower School Leadership Council for the upcoming school year!

Congratulations to the exceptional students in third, fourth and fifth grades who have been elected by their peers to lead with passion and dedication. They embody our school's core values of respect, compassion, scholarship and integrity.

We can't wait to see the positive impact they will make on our community!

🇺🇸✨ Happy 4th of July from Pembroke Hill School!
Today, we celebrate the spirit of freedom and unity. Wishing our entire community a day filled with joy, gratitude, and pride. Have a safe and memorable Independence Day!

Check out the scenes from this school year’s Market Day! Third grade students turn into budding entrepreneurs, brainstorming, designing, and creating their very own products! From handmade crafts to delicious treats, each item is crafted with passion and purpose.

While learning to valuable lessons of costs, profits and salesmanship, students also learn about giving back. All proceeds from sales go towards supporting a local charity.

This cherished tradition not only fosters creativity and business skills but also instills empathy and social responsibility in our young leaders of tomorrow.

Summer at Pembroke Hill School is in full swing, and our students are diving into a world of adventure and discovery! From outdoor exploration to tie-dye workshops and beyond, our summer programs are keeping everyone cool and engaged. Whether it's uncovering the mysteries of nature or creating vibrant art, our students are learning, growing, and having a blast! Stay tuned for more exciting updates from our summer adventures! 🌟

🎉✨ The Pembroke Hill theater department won its first Blue Star Award in 17 years from Starlight Theatre! 🏆🌟 Senior Salem Deel and the incredible lighting crew for Les Misérables earned the award for Outstanding Lighting Design.

Modeled after Broadway’s Tony Awards®, Starlight’s annual Blue Star Awards recognize achievement and excellence in musical theatre among Kansas City area high school students.

We are also thrilled to celebrate our talented nominees:
🎭 Junior Ray Lepentis: Junior Rising Star Scholarship
🎭 Sophomore Finn Kuykendall: Best Supporting Role (Marius)

Congratulations to all our amazing students and the entire theater department for these outstanding achievements!

At Pembroke Hill, we unite in acknowledging the importance of this day and its role in shaping our nation's journey toward equality and justice. Through education and reflection, we honor the past while working for a more inclusive future.

This is a moment to learn, share, and celebrate the contributions of African American culture to our society. Together, we foster understanding, respect, and a brighter tomorrow.

Cheers to all kinds of dads in our Pembroke Hill family! Whether you're a father, stepfather, grandpa, or a father figure, your love and influence make a difference. Today, we honor the unique role you play in shaping lives and spreading positivity. Happy Father's Day! 🧡

🔬 Congratulations to our brilliant minds at Pembroke Hill School!

We're ecstatic to announce the stellar achievements of our middle and upper school Science Olympiad teams, who showcased their brilliance at the national competition at Michigan State University!

Upper School Team: Placed 29th out of 60 teams, demonstrating exceptional skill, dedication, and teamwork!

Middle School Team: Secured an impressive 24th place out of 60 teams, highlighting their remarkable talent and passion for science!

These outstanding results are a testament to the hard work, determination, and passion of our students and coaches. We couldn't be prouder of their accomplishments and the representation of Pembroke Hill on a national stage!

🎉 Big congratulations to our amazing Director of Counseling and Community Wellbeing, Lindsay Kobolt! 🎉

Lindsay was named Director of School Counseling of the Year by the Greater Kansas City School Counselor Association! 🏆 Her unwavering commitment to our students' well-being and academic success, along with her innovative and student-centered approach, has made a lasting impact on the Pembroke Hill School community. 🌟

Thank you, Lindsay, for your passion and dedication in helping us achieve excellence! 👏

🏆 Pembroke Hill celebrated three incredible honorees at the 2024 Missouri Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Sunday, May 19!

Our boys tennis program, with a legacy spanning over 70 years, has earned its well-deserved spot in the Hall of Fame! With 23 state titles and 44 appearances at the Missouri State Championships, their dedication and talent are unmatched. 🎾

Our beloved former boys and girls tennis coach, Dale Eshelbrenner, was also immortalized in the Hall of Fame, inducted by his family and widow, Sara Eshelbrenner. Dale’s leadership and passion for tennis captured 20 state titles, leaving an indelible mark on our school and the Missouri tennis community. His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched. 🎾🏆

Golf legend Tom Watson ’67 received the Missouri Sports Legend Award! As an alumnus of Pembroke Hill’s predecessor school, Pembroke-Country Day, Tom's exceptional career and dedication to golf continues to inspire us all. 🏌️‍♂️

Stay tuned for details on upcoming commemoration events!