The Roar Blog

For international students and their families who bravely believe in what is possible, Dana Hall offers an environment that nurtures confidence, leadership, and self-discovery.

Marked by meaningful traditions and designed to encourage reflection and growth, senior year at Dana Hall is grounded in gratitude, reflection, and celebration.

Experiences on stage help students discover who they are—and what they’re capable of becoming.

By stressing the importance of using available resources, encouraging advocacy and proactivity, and sharing tips and strategies, Upper School students make sure their younger peers are ready for what comes next.

Prioritizing health and wellness education is an essential step toward fostering well-rounded, empowered young women. 

There's so much more to learning than the effort-feedback reward loop — trying, failing and trying again is important in mastering a new skill, be it a science equation or riding a bike. 

Reading and class discussions are important parts of the Middle School English curriculum, but it is writing that provides opportunity for personal connection to the text. 

For Dana Hall teachers, the rewards of teaching middle school girls are immense. They celebrate the contradictions, nurture independence, and guide students through one of the most pivotal times of their lives.