A virtual homecoming of sorts, celebrating Horizons and girls’ leadership.
On Saturday, October 17, we celebrated the return of students to campus with a student takeover of one of Miss Hall’s signature events: the Philanthropic Round Table.
Started in 1998 by Head of School Jeannie Norris, the Philanthropic Round Table (PRT) was an annual conversation that brought together thought-leaders, donors, and school leadership in conversation about women’s giving and our commitment to the common good.
This year saw a virtual twist on this groundbreaking program. Students living the MHS mission as “bold and creative contributors to the common good” took center stage to address a central question:
What happens in 9th grade at Miss Hall’s School that, by sophomore year, young women are creating their own philanthropic passion projects?
School President Hannah Holt ’21 welcomed the group of more than 50 alumnae, family, and friends. Horizons leaders Alison Basdekis and Emerald Power framed the discussion. Ten students presented their projects, shared their inspiration, and discussed the impact of their work:
- Cailyn Tetteh ’22 & Truc Hoang ’22, MHS Community Action Fund
- Diana Sobolieva ’21, TedX
- Julianna Jia ‘22, Dorothy Shi ‘22, and Christina Zheng ‘22, R.A.F.T. (Relief Awareness Facts Team)
- Dillon Rodgers ’21, Community Organizing
- Yuki Enoma ’22, Jo Swallie ’22, and Samantha Taxter ’22, Project G.I.R.L. (Gumption in Real Life)