At GUS, light is not something we wait for — it is something we create together.
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Charlotte Collins is an artist, a student, a municipal employee, and an aspiring urban planner. They graduated from Glen Urquhart in 2014 and attended since Kindergarten. They are currently in the Master of Regional Planning at UMass-Amherst and employed in the Assessor’s Department at the Town of Hadley.
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In this week's mindful moment, second graders teach us how to take five.
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Head of School Gretchen Forsyth sits down with longtime GUS teacher Elliott Buck to explore what keeps her inspired after 35+ years in the classroom.
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At Glen Urquhart School, November is a month rich with gratitude, tradition, and the small, meaningful rituals that remind us who we are.
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This week, second graders Wally, Carter, Eve, and Eloise share a gratitude meditation.
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What does it really mean to “keep kids kids” and still prepare them for a complex, fast-changing world? In this conversation, Head of School Gretchen Forsyth and Director of Admission Emily Glore explore the heart of a GUS education.
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Hear from Joan Rosenthal, alumni parent, current grandparent, former and current trustee, about what makes GUS such a special place, and what being a part of the community means to her.
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Hanna Taylor Marino is a New England-based painter who works out of her studio in Ipswich, MA. She earned her BFA in painting from the University of Connecticut in 2013. Her work has been featured in exhibitions, publications, and is hung in private and corporate collections throughout the US and abroad.
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Wicked Kidz Fun Run race results and photos!
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Bradley Cooke is a freelance artist and math teacher at GUS! She frequently paints commissioned pet portraits, but her favorite images to paint are scenes from the small town of Essex, MA, where she lives with her family.
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We teach children how to learn, not just to learn, so that they become caring, curious independent thinkers.
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As a member of the Association of Independent Schools in New England, GUS participates in a ten-year cycle of reaccreditation. The process, a requirement of all AISNE member schools, ensures not only that a school is meeting AISNE’s rigorous standards for school operation, but also that we are in alignment with our unique mission and philosophy.
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As spring unfolds, bringing with it a sense of hope and renewal, we at Glen Urquhart School are reminded of the enduring values that shape our community and guide us towards our vision to empower a generation to do better.
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Angel Deschamps attended GUS from kindergarten through 8th grade, graduating in 2016. She went on to graduate from Beverly High School in 2020, and then from Roger Williams University, where she majored in art, in 2025.
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For a GUS student, field trips are a quintessential part of the experience at our beloved school. This summer, I had the chance to go on what felt like my very own GUS field trip!
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Christy Doxsee P ’22, ’25 was not only a gifted educator but also a mentor, a friend, and a quiet yet powerful source of encouragement.
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Long summer days and adventures have given way to new routines, sharpened pencils, and the joy of being back together on campus.
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Kaela Sexton is a local artist and creative professional whose work is inspired by the familiar rhythms of coastal life. In addition to her personal work, Kaela offers commissioned pieces, working closely with clients to create custom art for their homes or spaces.
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This school year, we are excited to welcome a number of new faculty members! We look forward to having each of them on our team and hope you will join us in giving them a warm welcome to GUS this fall!
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