As another school year comes to a close, I find myself holding onto so many moments from these final weeks — the laughter and energy of Field Day, the creativity on display at Performing Arts Night, the joy of School of Rock, the courage of our eighth graders at Evening with the Graduates, and the bittersweet loveliness of Graduation. These are the moments that remind me, again and again, what makes Glen Urquhart School such a special place.
Read MoreThis year’s alumni speakers were Riley Clarke ’18, who recently graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Athalia Esty ’18, who recently graduated from Bowdoin College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Government + Legal Studies.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, June 10, Glen Urquhart School (GUS) celebrated the 28 members of the Class of 2026 during its 43rd Graduation Exercises on the school’s campus in Beverly Farms, MA.
Read MoreOver the past five years, Glen Urquhart School has engaged in sustained, intentional work to deepen our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. What began as a set of goals has evolved into a more integrated, school-wide effort — one that touches who we are as a community, how we teach and learn, and how we make decisions.
Read MoreWe are pleased to announce that the 2026 Tadler Grant has been awarded to Fourth Grade Teacher Laura Doyle, P ’27 ’29, who celebrates 10 years of service to GUS this year.
Read MoreJoin us in celebrating the faculty and staff members who have dedicated years of service to GUS, as well as those who will be departing the community this year. We are especially grateful to Science Teacher Emilie Cushing, who celebrates 25 years at GUS, and Social Studies Teacher Christine Draper, who retires after 27 years of inspiring and educating generations of students.
Read MoreAs we enter the final weeks of the school year, I find myself reflecting on what an extraordinary month it has been at GUS.
Read MoreThe momentum behind this campaign is made possible by a community that believes deeply in what GUS can be. We invite you to learn more about the campaign, explore the vision, and consider how you might help shape the next chapter of Glen Urquhart School.
Read MoreIn this Mindful Moment, GUS second graders share a mindful poem: The Peaceful Moment.
Read MoreThis gift from the MassMutual Foundation is a meaningful investment in our students, faculty, and the future of our school, and we are deeply grateful for Greg’s commitment to GUS.
Read MoreIn this Mindful Moment, GUS second graders guide listeners through a guided meditation.
Read MoreIn this episode of Curious by Nature, Head of School Gretchen Forsyth sits down with longtime GUS community member, alumni parent, and renowned musician David Coffin P’11.
Read MoreWe are moving forward with plans to build a new, centrally located space on campus — a place that will serve as a welcoming front door to the school, house key community spaces, and support the continued growth of our program with two multidisciplinary classrooms.
Read MoreIn this episode of Curious by Nature, Director of Admission Emily Glore sits down with GUS parent and Parent Association President Courtney Berg for a candid, thoughtful conversation about finding the right school — and the power of community once you do.
Read MoreAt Glen Urquhart School, we often talk about preparing students for a future we cannot yet fully see. That work asks us to hold two things at once: a deep commitment to who we are, and a willingness to grow into what our students will need next. Our Long Range Plan, GUS 2033, launched in the spring of 2024, is a roadmap designed to ensure we do just that. Now, two years into that plan, you may begin to notice signs of this work taking shape.
Read MoreWe are excited to welcome two new members to the GUS Administrative Team, Suzy Light as Director of Lower School and Alex Belluschi as Director of Auxiliary.
Read MoreWe are excited to share several leadership updates that will help shape the student experience across GUS.
Read MoreChildhood is often imagined as a carefree time, full of joy, curiosity, and endless possibility. We want that for our students. We want them to experience the world as their oyster, to feel wonder, optimism, and excitement about what lies ahead.
Read MoreEach spring, Glen Urquhart School’s eighth graders embark on a service and leadership trip that challenges them to step beyond the classroom and into the world. This year’s journey to Puerto Rico was filled with meaningful work, cultural exploration, and moments of deep connection.
Read MoreMichaela attended GUS for grades 6-8. After high school, she went on to Emerson College, where she graduated Cum Laude, and studied Marketing Communications, Psychology, and Sports Communication. She is currently working as a Project Manager at Windover Construction.
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