News Archive

On December 8, 2017 the Middle School hosted its first Community Perspectives Symposium. Designed to highlight contemporary issues and perspectives and inspire students to take positive action in their communities, the day was packed with thought-provoking activities, presentations, and conversations.

The 4th grade curriculum share on Friday, December 8, 2017, featured student learning from throughout the first semester.

Excitement is building in 3rd grade as Secret Shop, a beloved tradition at Lowell, opens next week!

This year's People of Color Conference (PoCC), hosted by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), will explore the theme: Voices for Equity and Justice Now and in Every Generation: Lead, Learn, Rededicate, and Deliver.

Robert Hoge is a husband, a father of two daughters, and the author of Ugly: My Memoir.

This year, 8th graders are deepening their understanding of the Constitution in a new seminar class, Constitutional Law, taught by Humanities Teacher and former attorney, Sarah Smith.

In social studies, students have been exploring the arguments and compromises that led to the creation of the US Constitution in 1787. Their study includes the important social, political, and economic influences of the Federalist period and their impact on the Constitution

Congratulations to the Class of 2016! On June 10 graduates were celebrated in speeches, song, and pictures.

Fourth graders, excited by the new back playground, recently had the opportunity to use the playground as a subject for serious study.

POD is rooted in project-based learning (PBL) methods. "PBL is arguably the most authentic form of learning because it is a close approximation of what adults do at work every day," says Middle School Academic Technologist and POD Teacher Matt Frattali.

Next week, families are invited to uncover the magnificent world of reading at Lowell's annual Book Fair organized by the Lowell Parent Community (LPC).

"Make your habits reflect your values," Founder and Executive Director of the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) Mike Tidwell said to Middle School students during Gathering this week.

Fifth graders listened intently as an American Civil War soldier reenactor recounted what daily life was like fighting for the Union. 

Lowell’s 75 Jr. Track and Field athletes have now participated in two meets.

Middle School students earn Scholastic Writing Awards and place in the state MathCounts competition.

Lowell parent and poet Elizabeth Steinglass shared her talent with Middle School students during a workshop on Wednesday.

On Friday, March 17, the 5th graders’ study of drama will culminate in a presentation of two bilingual plays, A Gift for Pachacuti Inca and El Molinero Honesto.

On the edge of their seats, Kindergartners laughed as Academic Technologist Vicki Steinwurtzel made a character zig-zag, spin, and hop across the screen of her iPad.

Tomorrow Pre-Primary students will celebrate the end of their nighttime focus with the beloved Lowell tradition, Pajama Day.

In Primary School, science, technology, engineering, and math projects are well underway in preparation for STEMFest on March 11.

Sixth graders will demonstrate their CO2 cars during STEMFest this year, showcasing their studies in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

With five different basketball teams, the Leopards made Lowell history again!

In the 4th grade music and drama class, students learn to orate a speech to honor the life and work of civil rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr.

Middle School students presented a powerful program honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Civil Rights Movement.

Small acts of kindness will be visible all over campus next week as Lowell takes part in the Great Kindness Challenge from Jan. 23-27.

Each year, faculty and staff who attend the NAIS People of Color Conference (POCC) return eager to share their life-changing experiences.