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NORWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE
FEATURES
4 Our New Head of Lower School
In December of 2018, Matthew Gould named Mike Risen as Norwood’s
next head of lower school. Learn more about Mike, what he loves
about the job, and whether or not he turns into a dragon at night.
6 The Foundation for an Exceptional
Child-Centered Experience
In a child-centered learning environment like Norwood’s, classroom
community is key to helping students feel a part of something larger
than themselves, encouraging them to make positive contributions,
and empowering them to take academic risks.
12 Committed to Diversity, Equity,
and Inclusion
Norwood has long affirmed that education is strengthened by the
inclusion of diverse perspectives and cultures, and we remain
steadfast in our work to ensure that our community builds on the
promise of equity and ever-growing cultural competence.
18 Alumni Profile: Carl St. John ’08
Take a deep dive with Carl St. John and learn about his fascinating
work in ichthyology, some of his favorite Norwood memories, and even
a few tips for maintaining a healthy aquarium!
DEPARTMENTS
2 Letter from Head of School
16 The 2019 Auction
20 Campus News
Service Learning Projects / Dinner and Dialogue / Robotics / Sports
Highlights / Debate / Girls STEM / Building Student Leaders / Fall Play
24 Class Notes
