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NCGS MISSION
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The National Coalition of Girls' Schools (NCGS) is a leading advocate for girls' education with a distinct commitment to the transformative power of all-girls schools. The Coalition acts at the forefront of educational thought, collaborating and connecting globally with individuals, schools, and organizations dedicated to empowering girls to be influential contributors to the world.
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IN THE NEWS
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Research:
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)
Center for Research on Girls at Laurel School
Articles:
Fast Company
The Huffington Post
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THE COALITION CONNECTION
April 17, 2015
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Dear NCGS Community,
It is my great pleasure to announce Ann Pollina, Head of Westover School (CT) and former NCGS Board President, as the recipient of our 2014-2015 Ransome Prize!
As a strong proponent of girls' education, gender equity, women's leadership, and excellence in schools, Ann exemplifies the true intention behind this award. The Ransome Prize is presented annually in honor of NCGS co-founder Whitty Ransome. Recipients reflect the traits that characterized Whitty's own commitment to NCGS: a pure devotion to a higher cause, joyfulness in serving others, and the grace and generosity in allowing others to take credit for good work. The Ransome Prize is awarded to a woman who has made outstanding contributions to the Coalition and one of its member schools to further the NCGS mission as "a leading advocate for girls' education with a distinct commitment to the transformative power of all-girls schools."
NCGS co-founders Meg Milne Moulton and Whitty Ransome described Ann as having, "...a deep and driving commitment to girls' schools." She serves on the boards of directors for a number of regional and national organizations that promote women's education including NCGS member
Maranyundo School in Rwanda, a middle school for girls with a focus on
math and science. With a passion for math and science, Ann helped found the Westover/Rensselaer W.I.S.E. (Women in Science and
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2014-2015 Ransome Prize |
Engineering) Program, a collaboration between Westover School and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, which aims to encourage young women to pursue STEM careers.
Ann, who is retiring at the completion of this school year, has led Westover since 1997. She has been a member of the
School's faculty since joining its Mathematics Department in 1972, and to this day continues to teach AP Calculus.
As stated in the nomination letter submitted on her behalf, "[Ann] is the quintessential teacher for her students, a nurturing administrator for Westover, and an inspiring role model for her fellow educators."
We will recognize Ann at the 2015 NCGS Conference: From STEM to STEAM Girls' Schools Leading the Way at St. Catherine's School in Richmond, Virginia. We hope you will join us in honoring Ann then!
Best wishes,
Megan Murphy
Executive Director
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Marymount and Castilleja to Co-Present "Design, Do, Discover" Workshop
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Castilleja and Marymount School of New York are co-presenting a collaborative two-day workshop followed by a day of makerspace site visits at Marymount, June 18-20, 2015.
"Design, Do, Discover" is for educators who are passionate about hands-on learning and interested in the practical implementation of these experiences in the classroom or lab setting. In particular, the focus is on integrating digital fabrication, making and physical computing projects into the daily life of the K-12 school.
Attendees are expected to be active participants and will be working in small teams to design and build projects for two full days. You do not need to have prior experience with the tools of a maker lab, but you do need to arrive ready to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty!
Click here for more information and to register.
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Reminder: Enrollment Surveys Available Until May 1
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Has your admissions office ever wondered why an accepted family chose to enroll at one of your peer institutions instead of your own? Does your Head of School have the data needed to talk quantitatively about your 2015-2016 enrollment numbers at upcoming board meetings?
It's not too late to take advantage of the NCGS Enrollment Surveys -- a simple, cost-effective way to gather this data!
 The 2015 set of three web-based surveys for your enrolling, non-enrolling, and inquiry families to complete is available until May 1. Each survey will be customized with your school's logo and desired survey deadline. You may also add up to five school-specific questions. Cost is only $350 (member rate) for all three surveys plus $50 for five additional questions, if desired.
Click here for more details. Email Olivia Haas by May 1, 2015, if you want to take advantage of this resource.
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Kent Place School to Offer "Ethics in Action" Program
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The "Ethics in Action" program, a collaboration between the Ethics Institute at Kent Place School and the EthicsLab at the Kennedy Institute of Ethics at Georgetown University, combines the study of ethics and the practice of ethical decision-making with design thinking.
The program is actively seeking schools to send teams of students and teachers who together will learn, work, and become Design Fellows, ready to engage in solutions to actual challenges faced in their respective communities. "Food" is the theme for this year. Food is essential to human existence, yet feeding the world presents complex ethical issues that warrant exploration.
"Ethics in Action" begins this summer with a week-long training intensive June 29-July 2. Student and faculty teams will reconvene for two weekend programs during the school year. The culminating event is a summit at which participating teams will present their work.
Click here for more information.
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NCGS Seeking Part-Time Intern
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NCGS seeks an energetic, driven undergraduate or graduate intern for 10-15 hours per week to support the work of the Coalition starting June 1 through the duration of the 2015-2016 academic year. This position is considered a vital member of the NCGS team. Focus areas include: program development, event support, communications, research, and data compilation. The NCGS internship is ideal for someone interested in the non-profit and/or education sectors.
NCGS team members work remotely from home-based offices throughout the U.S. and interface daily with each other and NCGS members using virtual office technology. Intern applicants may reside and work from anywhere in North America.
NCGS encourages its member schools to share this intern position announcement with your alumnae. Click here for the complete job description and application requirements.
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Highlights from the NCGS "Listening & Learning Tour"
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Over 250 educators from the U.S., Canada, South Africa, and Australia came together last week at The Nightingale-Bamford School in New York City for the Educating Girls Symposium, co-hosted by NCGS and the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS). The symposium focused on the intersection of leadership, resilience, and personal health and wellness for girls. Featured speaker Rachel Simmons kicked off the day with an inspirational keynote during which she encouraged attendees to help girls not just "lean in," but to "lean inside" to draw upon their inner confidence, strength, and resilience to conquer goals and challenges. Participants then attended a variety of breakout sessions led by faculty and staff from NYSAIS and NCGS member schools as well as took part in small group discussions. It was a day full of great energy, collaboration, and thought-provoking conversations. Thank you to all of our presenters for sharing their ideas!
Thank you to Chela C Photo for capturing the days activities on camera. Click here to see photos from the event.
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