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Mario Capecchi: From the Streets of Postwar Italy to the Nobel Prize
A conversation with Nobel laureate Mario Capecchi, George School class of 1956, on resilience, risk-taking, and the long path to scientific discovery. Mario Capecchi arrives in a black blazer, quiet and unhurried. He settles into his seat and waits for the questions. He is not the kind of Nobel laureate who fills the room; he is the kind who makes you lean in. What he … Continue reading Mario Capecchi: From the Streets of Postwar Italy to the Nobel Prize
Reimagining Walton: Beginning Construction in May 2026
George School is getting ready for a major renovation: the expansion of the Walton Performing Arts Center lobby. Construction fencing will go up in late April, with work starting in May 2026 and finishing around May 2027. Although it may have felt sudden, the planning of the project began in January 2024. Led by Director of the Physical Plant Department Robert Kleimenhagen, who joined George … Continue reading Reimagining Walton: Beginning Construction in May 2026
Dance Eclectic 2026
This year’s annual Dance Eclectic made all your dreams come true. The show’s theme was Dreams, and took place Friday March 6th, and Saturday March 7th at 7:30 PM. With 11 student choreography pieces and 9 company works, this show highlighted the incredible talent, versatility, and artistry of the George School dance program. From personal solos to lively group numbers, Dance Eclectic provided a wide … Continue reading Dance Eclectic 2026
George School’s Most Underrated Facility: The Energy Center
Walking along the road between the MDA Library and the FAC, you will find the Energy Center tucked away behind the horse track. While seemingly off-grid, the building holds a long-standing legacy of sustainability and continues to serve as a hub for the Plant Club and several science courses. “It was built by students,” says Pacho Gutierrez, who witnessed its construction firsthand in the late … Continue reading George School’s Most Underrated Facility: The Energy Center
Welcoming New Families to the GS Community: the Spirit of Admission Revisit Days
“We have had revisit days since, well, forever!” Kim Major, one of the main organizers of the Admission Revisit Day, proudly noted. On Thursday, March 26th, and Tuesday, March 31st, cheers from the FAC echoed throughout George School. GS has welcomed the newly accepted students as well as their families to campus for the Congratulations to Admitted Students (CAS) event in the past two weeks. … Continue reading Welcoming New Families to the GS Community: the Spirit of Admission Revisit Days
The New Phone Policy: The Truth vs. The Rumors
On February 16th, George School revised its cellphone regulations with the goal of creating more structured school days. In short, as students may be aware, the updated cell phone policy has been strengthened. From 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., students’ cell phones must not be visible unless in one of five designated areas (cell phone zone): Marshall, Drayton Circle, FAC, the MDA cafe, and the … Continue reading The New Phone Policy: The Truth vs. The Rumors
CG atricle- Senior College Advices (Things you should know)
As the snow melts on campus and snow days run out, we transition into the “unanimous” best season of the year: spring. Apart from the cherry blossoms, it is also the season when seniors find out perhaps the biggest result in their early lives. With the so-called “Ivy Day” results out, most seniors have received all of their early decision (ED) or regular decision (RD) … Continue reading CG atricle- Senior College Advices (Things you should know)
Reimagining Walton: Beginning Construction in May 2026
Image depicting Robert Kleimenhagen holding a pack of documents for the renovation project. Photo Credit: Haerin Noh ‘28. George School is getting ready for a major renovation: the expansion of the Walton Performing Arts Center lobby. Construction fencing will go up in late April, with work starting in May 2026 and finishing around May 2027. Although it may have felt sudden, the planning of the … Continue reading Reimagining Walton: Beginning Construction in May 2026
Bettye’s Place: Then and the Now
When Bettye’s Place reopened in Marshall on Monday, November 3, students were excited to see the return of a once-beloved George School dining and hangout spot. Before the reopening, the Dining Hall hosted “Appetizer Madness,” where students and faculty sampled potential menu items and voted on their favorites. Using this feedback, Bettye’s launched with classic comfort foods like burgers, fries, and chicken fingers, along with … Continue reading Bettye’s Place: Then and the Now
