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In addition to our dedicated faculty, staff, and vibrant student community, parents at are an invaluable asset! Their involvement in the Parent Ambassador and Welcoming Committee (PAWC) is essential in welcoming hundreds of prospective families to our campus during our busy admission season.

We look forward to another successful admission season filled with informative, fun, and engaging tours and events!

Learn more about the PAWC here 👉 https://bit.ly/4eiZLtG

St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum recently interviewed four MICDS students on his Politically Speaking podcast. Clare Giokas ’25, Reagan Hamilton ’25, Alyssa Harris ’25, and Zach Krivonak ’25 spoke about the upcoming presidential election and the state of American politics.

Check out the episode here: https://bit.ly/3TwuFXk
📸: Jason Rosenbaum | St. Louis Public Radio

Big news! Kristina Jones is a Struggly Classroom Ambassador! This program helps students see the struggle as a positive part of learning, and Ms. Jones is right there with them, helping students embrace challenges and grow their math skills. Join us in celebrating her and supporting our students' math journeys!

📣 Attention ! Spirit Week kicks off on Monday! Check the images below for themes in each division, grab your gear, and get ready to show your school spirit!

🐏 Check out the full Homecoming schedule here: https://bit.ly/MICDSHomecoming2024

Congratulations to Middle School P.E. Teacher Rachael Maurer, whose 1996 Kirkwood High School State Championship volleyball team was inducted into the Kirkwood High School Hall of Fame.

“It was such an honor to be recognized with such a distinct group of athletes,” Maurer reflected. “I will cherish this award and all that it represents forever. I am grateful for my teammates, coaches, and all of the fans who supported me during my volleyball journey.” Way to go, Ms. Maurer!

Congratulations to Malik Orsan '25 for recently setting a school record for the longest field goal at 53 yards! Incredible job, Malik!

Watch the impressive kick on Gateway Sports Venue here: https://bit.ly/4eKgbLR

Select middle school grades enjoyed a "Rams Connect" session last week, an opportunity to bridge different grade levels to share fun moments and foster a sense of belonging with one another. They played kickball and touch football, made friendship bracelets, produced a silly fashion show, and more. Way to build community, Rams!

Check out the full recap here: https://bit.ly/3MRagsl

Norah Wright '25 is shining bright in the world of engineering! She took summer classes at Missouri S&T and Purdue and also submitted her first scientific grant application. As a result, she won a $1,000 grant for her robotics team, Ramifications. Congratulations, Norah! 🚀

Ready, SET, go! Eighth-grade students recently built the mental scaffolding to better understand math by playing the card game SET. The standard one-dimensional game soared into multiple dimensions using 3x3 grids to play vertically, horizontally, and diagonally. Way to literally think outside the box, Rams!

Check out the details here: https://bit.ly/47tjg02

Can you feel the Ram Spirit? 🐏 Join us for Homecoming Weekend, September 27-28! Visit campus, celebrate cherished traditions, and enjoy spirited sporting events as the Rams take on the JBS Bombers. See you there, !

📣 Check the link for details: https://bit.ly/MICDSHomecoming2024

After school, our youngest learners explore their passions, from acting out silly plays to solving math problems with a touch of magic. Watch their creativity soar and their confidence grow in our Lower School Enrichment programs!

Congratulations to Chloe Tan '31 and her pony, Blues Clues, for their amazing win at the St. Louis National Pre-Charity Prime Time Horse Show! They won the $500 Prime Time 2'0"/2'3" Hunter Classic and Reserve Champion of Intermediate Child/Adult Hunter. Way to go, Chloe and Blues Clues!

In Friday's Head of School letter, Jay Rainey continues musing on curiosity and wonder. He said, "People are designing wildfire prevention balloons out there. They are learning the names of animals, protecting fish passing through dam turbines, building trailers to power the trucks that haul them, and learning to recycle clothes in an age of fast fashion. All of it traces to wonder, and we are in the wonder business at MICDS. We are where it begins."

Read his full letter here 👉 https://bit.ly/47tU360

Who remembers Senior Kindergarten "Mystery Readers?" 👀📚 From guests such as family members, the Head of School, and everything in between, SK-ers eagerly await their clues and the big reveal. Thank you, Mystery Readers, for bringing a love of reading to our littlest learners!

🌳 Friday's Tree 🌳

A huge thank you to our community for your time, talent, and treasure! In the coming months, we’ll continue spotlighting philanthropy at through “Friday’s Tree,” celebrating your impact on our students and faculty.

This month, Beasley students are diving into "Swim Week" at the Steward Family Aquatic Center and William R. Orthwein Sr. Pool, made possible by the Steward and Orthwein families and other generous donors. Thanks to the MICDS Fund, we’re maintaining this top-tier facility, ensuring our commitment to water safety and skill-building.

Every child deserves the chance to swim, gain confidence, and develop a lifelong skill!

Last week, juniors in the History of St. Louis class got a political masterclass from local leaders who shared their insights on St. Louis, state, and regional issues. Thanks to State Representatives Jim Murphy and Ian Mackey, and Jason Rosenbaum of St. Louis Public Radio for their inspiring words and engaging dialogue!

Check out the full reacp here 👉 https://bit.ly/3z5eVDL

Congratulations to Izzy Chao ’28 for making the All-Tourney Team Varsity at the MICDS Brace for Impact volleyball tournament on September 1. Chao was nominated by her coaches, Varsity Volleyball Head Coach David Owens and Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach Emma Lattimore. Way to go, Izzy!

Our Upper School is buzzing with energy this year! Thanks to our new cell phone policy, students are more focused, engaged, and connected with each other. The difference can be seen, felt, and heard throughout the Upper School campus. Way to connect, Rams!

Check out the details here 👉 https://bit.ly/4g8CgVT

News from Team Australia's World Championship! 🥍

At the World Lacrosse U20 Women's Championships held in Hong Kong, China, Hattie Sloane ’25 competed with Team Australia, playing teams from all over the world. The Aussies finished in a respectable 4th place overall, falling to Japan in the finals.

Way to go, Hattie!

Author Sharon M. Draper recently visited campus, inspiring students with her story of Melody, a bright girl with cerebral palsy, from her book "Out of My Mind." Draper encouraged students to find books they love and to read, read, read! 📚 MICDS

Check out the full recap here 👉 https://bit.ly/4dP6uvi

The Parents Association held its annual kick-off Coffee and Committee Fair, welcoming a record crowd of enthusiastic parents and guardians eager to connect with one another, build community, and foster friendships. It was a wonderful welcome!

Check out the full recap & gallery here: https://bit.ly/3MCkOeS

Did you know that medieval people believed they could turn base metals into gold? Our 8th grade chemists put this ancient myth (and the associated alchemy) to the test! Check out their results at the link below 👀

https://bit.ly/3MC8lrC

Check out a recent St. Louis Post-Dispatch interview with Varsity Football coach Dr. Fred Bouchard about the upcoming football season. Go, Rams!

Click here for interview 👉 https://bit.ly/4es9bmH
📸: Paul Halfacre for STLToday

Juniors in the History of St. Louis class got a powerful start with a visit from Colleen Smyth of Humans of St. Louis, who inspired them to explore their community and tell its unique story. Students then followed up her visit with a data gathering and analysis project, surveying their community to understand different perspectives on the region. They are off and exploring all facets of St. Louis! ⚜️

Read more here 👉 https://bit.ly/3AZFISi

Club Fest 2024 was a sizzling success! Despite the heat, our amazing Upper School leaders pulled off an incredible indoor event. Students explored over 60 clubs and activities to fuel their passions! 💥

Check out the recap & gallery here 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZbyBjJ

Last week, Stacey Morgan, Head Athletic Trainer and Upper School Science Teacher, was interviewed on KMOX News by Sports Brand Manager and Country Day School alum Tom Ackerman ’93. On the air, she shared how to keep athletes cool in high temperatures. Thank you, Ms. Morgan, for keeping our student-athletes safe!

Listen to the conversation here 👉 https://bit.ly/47bPYD2

Last week, we honored the parents behind the Class of 2025. Here's to a year of "lasts" before the big leap!

Read more & view gallery here 👉 https://bit.ly/3MyBNi4

What do MICDS teachers and staff do in the summer? Many of them flip to the role of student as they engage in various professional development experiences. From a math spa/boot camp to magic in Spain, check out their adventures to hone their craft and become better teachers and leaders for our students this year!

Learn more about our faculty summer professional development here 👉 https://bit.ly/479WnPn

Join us this week for an opening reception in Messing Gallery to welcome artist Jalen B. Lee. Jalen's solo photography exhibition runs through October 11.

Opening reception Friday, September 6, 6 - 8 p.m. | Daily gallery hours M-F, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Enjoy the arts with us at !

The Honor Code Assembly in the Middle School kicked off the school year with a powerful reminder of our values. 💪 Our students are ready to make a difference! Read more at the link below!

Click here 👉 https://bit.ly/47eFram