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Women and girls in science: voices from Waynflete

In the spirit of International Women and Girls in Science Day, we asked a few students to share more about their passion for scientific exploration   Eva Hankowski '26 shares her perspective on science's real-world impact: "Science [has] a tangible impact...

Alumni Spotlight: Arianna Giguere ’16

In this brief interview, Arianna shares her passion for science and an update on her work, reflects on how her Waynflete teachers prepared her for success, and gives current Waynflete seniors tips for the future. Can you tell us about...

Waynflete celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through art and dialogue

Last week, our Middle and Upper School students honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through meaningful discussion and artistic expression. Upper School students welcomed Black Travel Maine founder Lisa Jones, retired educator and community leader Merita McKenzie, and artist...

Legendary coach Cathie Connors receives national award

Congratulations to Cathie Connors on being named the 2023–24 NFHS National Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year! Cathie has now been recognized at the national level for her incredible leadership of Waynflete's girls lacrosse program. With 12 state championships, over...

Hundreds gather for Waynflete’s third annual Community Night celebration

Our third annual Community Night was an incredible success! Hundreds of students, parents and guardians, grandparents, alumni, faculty, and staff were in attendance at this favorite family event. It was a joyous and delicious evening! A special thanks to our...

The Can We? Project brings story exchange to Cape Elizabeth community

Inspired by their work with Waynflete’s Can We? Project and partners at Narrative 4, Can We? students at Cape Elizabeth High School recently led a multigenerational story exchange for members of the community at Thomas Memorial Library. The story exchange...

Finding home: Waynflete community members share their immigration stories

What drives someone to move to a new country, and how do they maintain their cultural identity? Our 4–5 students investigated these questions by conducting interviews with 16 Waynflete parents, guardians, faculty, and staff members who had graciously agreed to...

Maine students bridge divides at Can We? Connect conference

More than 240 students from 14 Maine high schools gathered at the Augusta Civic Center yesterday for the Can We? Project's annual Can We? Connect conference. As the second of three retreats during the school year, Can We? Connect included...

Middle and Upper School students excel at Maine Junior Classical League’s fall convention

The Junior Classical League (JCL) at Waynflete explores the mythology, archaeology, and culture of ancient Mediterranean civilizations through a blend of modern technology and traditional learning. This club also participates in the Maine Junior Classical League’s (MEJCL) two annual conventions,...

Upper School students practice dialogue skills at Can We? Project retreat

Upper School students recently participated in the first of three day-long Can We? Project retreats that provide opportunities to practice engaging in dialogue across political and other differences. The day included activities that focused on listening, inquiry, empathy, and perspective...

Lower School science takes a creative approach to identity

Lower School Science Specialist Autumn Burton recently presented at the National Science Teaching Association conference in New Orleans, demonstrating culturally responsive teaching practices in science education. Workshop participants received Next Generation Science Standards-aligned lessons focused on identity mapping, including a...

Project Story Boost: Fostering a love of reading since 2001

Project Story Boost is a literacy initiative that has been bringing Waynflete students and Reiche Community School kindergartners together since 2001. Upper School students visit Reiche on a weekly basis throughout the academic year to read with their kindergarten buddies....

Urban hike connects Middle School students to Portland’s history of innovation

Grade 6 students recently embarked on an interdisciplinary urban hike that transformed Portland's streets into an interactive classroom. This day-long adventure tied into the grade 6 theme of "adapt, survive, and thrive," highlight how Portlanders have tackled challenges across generations....

The Can We? Project teams up with Narrative 4 to train local schools in story exchange

Upper School faculty member and advisor Rhoen Fiutak, along with Waynflete trustee Cricket King P’26, recently joined students and faculty from Waynflete, Cape Elizabeth, Yarmouth, Gorham, and Windham high schools for a daylong Story Exchange facilitator training workshop, led by...

Alumni Spotlight: Brandon Woo ’15

In this brief interview, Brandon shares his love of the natural world, reflects on his college journey, and shares insightful advice for Waynflete students. Can you tell us about your college experience? What did you major in? How did Waynflete...

The Outliers Robotics team dominates in New Hampshire finals

The Outliers robotics team recently traveled to New Hampshire to compete in the final robotics competition of the calendar year. The two-day competition wrapped up with the inaugural “Girls Behind the Glass” event that required all drive team members to...

Alumni Spotlight: Ryan Blotnick ’00

In this brief interview, Ryan shares his passion for music, addresses how a Waynflete education shaped his career, and reflects on his recent performance on campus with former Waynflete Jazz Combo and Band director Ray Morrow. What do you love...

Students cast ballots in 2024 mock election

You may have heard—it's Election Day! Liv Therrien ’25, Mia Haley ’26, and Gianna Barbieri ’25—who are all members of Youthwork Makes the Boothwork, an organization that aims to get young people involved by serving as poll workers—recently organized an...

Magic in Franklin Theater: Upper School students wow audiences with “Mean Girls” production

Forty-two talented cast and crew members took Franklin Theater by storm this weekend, performing their incredible production of Mean Girls for three packed houses. The show was filled with passionate performances, creativity, joy, and laughter. Thank you to all those...

Upper School students engage in a special advising day

Our Upper School students recently participated in their special advising day, a valuable opportunity to pause classes and engage in meaningful work as a community. They divided into advisory groups and completed a variety of community service projects. When asked...

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