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HMS Alumni Changemakers and Ethical Leaders

As a High Meadows alum, you are part of a remarkable group of individuals who are driven to make a difference in the world. Come here to learn about upcoming alumni events, read inspiring stories about fellow alumni, share your news, and make a plan to visit the campus to walk the Meadow and take a spin on the Tire Swing!

In Your Own Words

List of 19 news stories.

  • From the High Meadows Barnyard to the Back Woods, Exploration Leads to Deep Learning

    Few people can say they have explored every inch of the High Meadows School 42-acre campus, but Zoe Boger ‘08 might be the exception. Zoe was a High Meadows student from Pre-K through eighth grade, and her experience blended academic rigor with the freedom to truly be a child.  
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  • For Grace Colley ’13, a Passion for Anthropology, Public Policy, and Time Abroad Began at High Meadows School

    Grace Colley ’13 was understandably anxious about starting at a new school as a rising sixth grader. Within minutes of arriving at High Meadows School in August 2010, however, her peers quelled her fears. She immediately made a friend in the Middle Years Courtyard, and High Meadows has been influential in shaping her life ever since. Grace calls HMS “the best investment a family can make” because it helps a child think critically, engage with the community, and care about the environment while forming lifelong connections with friends and faculty.
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  • Future Accountant Sandra Schmitz '19 Shines at Tulane University

    Hi everyone! My name is Sandra Schmitz, and I am a Class of 2019 High Meadows School alumna. I’m a junior at Tulane University in the A.B. Freeman School of Business and part of the Joint BSM/MAACT Program. This program puts me on track to graduate with my bachelor’s in finance, a minor in Spanish, and a Master of Accounting. I plan to sit for the CPA exam after graduation and pursue a career in public accounting. My High Meadows experience shaped me into the person I am today by fostering my curiosity, confidence, and love of learning.
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  • Sonali S. '24 Finds Her Home at a New School After Time in India

    Many students get butterflies when starting a new school. Imagine the added complexities of doing it in a new country. Before seventh grade, Sonali S. '24 moved from India back to the United States and enrolled at High Meadows School, where she immediately felt at home. The joyful culture, caring and supportive teachers, and 42-acre campus complete with a stunning barnyard, helped her become the person she is today. She went from disliking school in India to loving her experience at High Meadows. 
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  • HMS Alumna Jessica Chaikof '10 Pursues PhD With Resilience

    Jessica Chaikof ’10 has always been linked to High Meadows School, even before enrolling. Her brother came to HMS in 1997, and three years later, Jessica joined the HMS community in Pre-K. Her life story has taken her from the beautiful 42-acre campus to Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and beyond. An outstanding relationship builder and self-advocate who is not afraid to take risks, Jessica is currently a published researcher and fourth-year PhD student at Brandeis University.
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  • Fallon Smith '16 Finds Creativity and Confidence on the Stage and in Nature at High Meadows

    Fallon Smith '16 vividly remembers standing on stage in the Johnson-Kemp Barn Theatre at High Meadows School and feeling empowered. A confidence washed over him as he played the Ice Queen in an adaptation of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. From preschool through 8th grade, Fallon’s days at High Meadows were filled with joy, laughter, and the “call to adventure” in the theatre and in nature. “I had the world at my fingertips,” he recalled.
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  • I Came to High Meadows Silenced and Left as a Leader

    Since graduating from High Meadows School in 2012, life has taken me to many different places, to meet many different people, and to do many different things.
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  • A Slice of Heaven: Steven Gould '16 Reflects on His High Meadows School & Camp Experience

    When an alumnus describes a school as a “slice of heaven,” you know it must be a special place. Tucked off Willeo Road on 42 acres of beautiful natural surroundings, including rolling meadows, woods, and forests, sits High Meadows School & Camp.  A Niche.com search of private schools near Roswell, Georgia, reveals more than 200 institutions for families to consider, but testimonials from High Meadows graduates like  Steven Gould '16 describe the school as one of a kind.
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  • From Shy Singer to Confident Leader: How Maya M. '23 Found Her Voice at High Meadows

    Maya M. '23 arrived at High Meadows School after years at Casa Montessori School, an institution that ends after sixth grade and has a strong relationship with High Meadows. Like many Casa Montessori graduates, Maya joined HMS for seventh grade with confidence and a strong academic foundation. Maya’s family knew from other Casa graduates to expect a great HMS experience, but they did not know how transformative her seventh and eighth grade years would be. 
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  • David Hauser '15 Finds Passion for Debate and Connects with Nature at High Meadows

    It is hard for David Hauser '15 to pick just one reason he loves High Meadows School, but his passion for the school and its 42-acre campus is the reason he spends his weekends giving back to High Meadows. A standout debater, gifted learner, and avid lover of nature, his connection to HMS began 18 years ago in first grade and continues today.
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  • Published Researcher Isobel Wilkes '13 Credits Her Confidence & Leadership to Time at HMS

    Isobel “Arc” Wilkes '13 felt at home the moment her family drove up the High Meadows School driveway for the first time. As she looked out the passenger side window, she felt a sense of belonging as she took in the school’s beautiful nature-filled campus. The young second grader was excited and ready for this new educational adventure, but little did she know just how much HMS’s nurturing, caring environment would inspire and prepare her to succeed and become a published researcher.
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  • Kelsey Guziel '16 Applies Lessons from High Meadows to Culinary Career

    Kelsey Guziel '16 always knew that the culinary industry was her calling. Her eight years at High Meadows School nurtured that calling and provided her the skills necessary to conquer busy, fast-paced days in the kitchen.
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  • Nathaniel W-R. '21 Discovers His Passion and Future Career in Music and Vehicle Mechanics

    In the classic children’s movie Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the rhythmic sound of an old jalopy inspires the theme song and sets the musical in motion. For High Meadows alumnus Nathaniel W-R. ’21, the inspiration to combine music and vehicle mechanics arose thanks to the many opportunities available to him at HMS. The hands-on environment encouraged him to explore, create, and discover passions he might not have pursued at a larger school. “The campus is 42 acres, but it has a personal feel, and I liked the one-on-one time I had with my teachers. It helped me academically,” Nathaniel said.
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  • Kate Deskey '17 Finds Her Voice at High Meadows

    High Meadows School has been a joyful, transformative part of Kate Deskey’s life for as long as she can remember. From her earliest days in preschool to her eighth grade recognition ceremony, the school’s 42-acre campus was more than just a place to learn; it was a place to thrive, grow, and lead. Whether playing on the meadow, taking on new challenges in the classroom, or stepping into leadership roles, Kate embraced every opportunity High Meadows offered. Of all her experiences, what she cherished most was her time in the Middle Years Program.  
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  • Joseph P. '22's Journey from Jamaica to High Meadows

    When a family chooses an independent school for their child, the student typically has an opportunity to shadow for a day and explore the campus before enrolling. But Joseph’s introduction to High Meadows School was anything but typical. Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, he never set foot on site and only met his teachers and classmates virtually — while living more than 1,100 miles away in Jamaica. 
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  • Parker N. '22 Discovers Entrepreneurial Spirit and Passions at High Meadows

    Parker N. ’22 knew his first job would involve cars, but as a middle schooler, the aspiring entrepreneur didn’t have all the answers. At High Meadows School, that’s okay. The focus isn’t on having immediate solutions but on asking questions and inquiry-based learning. Thanks to small class sizes, individualized attention from faculty, and the opportunity to learn in a variety of settings across the school’s 42-acre campus, Parker gained the confidence and skills he needed to succeed. 
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  • HMS Alumna Lily Mosbacher '21 Recognized for Community Impact and Advocacy

    For more than 50 years, High Meadows School has helped students grow into ethical leaders, and Lily Mosbacher ’21 is no exception. Recently recognized by the Atlanta Jewish Times with the prestigious 18 Under 18 distinction, Lily earned the honor through her dedication to advocacy and community impact. During her time at High Meadows, she was empowered by a progressive education to take authentic action and become a catalyst for change within her community.
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  • HMS Alumni Spotlight: Gabrielle Wilkinson '12

    High Meadows recently sat down with alumna Gabrielle Wilkinson ’12 to catch up. Gabby received a Master of Divinity from Emory University's Candler School of Theology in May 2024, focusing on the intersectionality of mental illness and Christianity. Her career goal is to continue working in a mental health ministry, consulting with ministries, writing (curriculum, devotionals, etc.), speaking about mental health and faith in different spaces, and providing pastoral care to those who suffer from mental health challenges. 
     
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  • Thomas P. '24 Finds Belonging at High Meadows

    “I have a lot of interests, and High Meadows helped me develop them,” Thomas noted. “The main thing I learned was how to pursue and tackle my passions and to never give up on something I truly believe in. The High Meadows community exemplifies all of those traits.”
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Alumni Giving Back

    • We have a new wooden Gaga Pit thanks to alumna Rachael Strobeck '22, who chose to give back to High Meadows by making us the focus of her Eagle Scout project.

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    • Our alumni have diverse talents and interests! An alumni rock band performed during the 50th Anniversary gathering!

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