student Life

Beyond the Classroom

Understanding that a rich and challenging program extends beyond the classroom, Hewitt offers abundant opportunities for students to develop their own sense of purpose and passion. Supported by their teachers and classmates, Hewitt girls act with confidence and empathy as they step outside of their comfort zones and embrace new opportunities to learn and grow. 

 

Service Learning
Becoming socially aware members of local and global communities.
Inclusivity
The Hewitt community embraces and celebrates difference.
Clubs and Extracurriculars
A variety of opportunities for girls to pursue their interests and passions as well as cultivate leadership skills.

Hewitt News
Hewitt's Extended Inquiry Program: Setting Students Apart in the College Process

Hewitt's Extended Inquiry (EI) program provides a uniquely transformative learning experience that gives students an advantage in the college admissions process. In these videos, Hewitt students share their independent research projects and reflect on how the EI program has prepared them for success in college and after graduation. 

read more about Hewitt’s Extended Inquiry Program: Setting Students Apart in the College Process
Tara and Elizabeth stand at a wooden lectern. Tara wears a solid light blue dress; Elizabeth wears a patterned dark blue dress.

This year’s Commencement theme, chosen by our seniors, is “Changed for Good.” And since we both began our careers as high school English and Latin teachers, we begin by explicating that phrase as meaning both changed for the better and changed forever. To honor the theme, and as parting words of wisdom to the Class of 2025, we will each share three stories from our own lives that have changed us for good.

read more about Commencement Remarks to the Class of 2025: Changed for Good
Yara and Goldie stand at a lectern. They are both wearing blue graduation gowns and white sashes that say The Hewitt School.

If Hewitt has bettered us into any condition, state, or character, it would be that of a tea bag. What differentiates Hewitt students is the way we have been taught to approach struggles. We acknowledge the challenge, admit that it will be difficult, but remember that, as teabags, hot water is where we belong. It is where our flavor  – our power and strength – steeps best. 

read more about Commencement Remarks to the Class of 2025: Life Is Not Always Lukewarm
Dr. Kinsey wears a white linen jumpsuit. She is standing next to her portrait, which features her in a green pantsuit. The portrait is in a gold frame.

On June 3, 2025, our Board of Trustees celebrated Dr. Tara Christie Kinsey's 10th and final year of exceptional leadership at Hewitt. Dr. Kinsey's commitment to fostering an outstanding educational environment has left a lasting impact on our school, and we are immensely grateful for the profound influence she has had on the entire Hewitt community.

read more about Honoring Dr. Tara Christie Kinsey’s Decade of Leadership at The Hewitt School