The artwork of four Principia Upper School students is part of the 2022 Young Artists’ Showcase: All-Media Exhibition at the St. Louis Artists’ Guild. Seniors Rex Heath and Lizzie McKim, along with sophomore Jaheim Magaki and first-year Lauren Scott submitted images of their best art pieces for the ...
Whether it’s supporting nonprofit organizations in the St. Louis community combating hunger and poverty or raising awareness about coral reef preservation, Principians of all ages are making a notable impact through the school-wide initiative known as the “Impact Challenge.” In essence, educators challenge each School level (Early Childhood, Lower, Middle, ...
Make no mistake about it, the “Mistake Gym” near the School’s west gate is exactly what Helmkamp Construction Co. and the architects were going for. The mock-up for the Bill Simon Field House project has been guiding Principia planners, architects, and job-site workers since it was built nearly a year ...
House Hall is bustling with activity—students are gathering around the space, lunches in tow, eager to hear from Jesse, a student who needs no introduction in the Upper School community. The junior confidently makes his way to the podium as he has done so many times before. Jesse is widely ...
Principia’s first art director and renowned Midwest artist Frederick Oaks Sylvester (1869–1915) was the star of a recent exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM). The exhibition— Art Along the Rivers: A Bicentennial Celebration —was featured at the museum from October 3, 2021, through January 9, 2022. Sylvester’s 1903 ...
It's never too late to appreciate the ongoing learning and adventure that starts with Principia School's Fall Character trips. Freshmen rafted the Deschutes River in Oregon, sophomores hiked and climbed in Colorado, juniors sailed along the Maine coast, and seniors geared up to be leaders in Northern Michigan. Please enjoy ...
Enjoy these images of fall semester 2021. From Preschool to Upper School, it has been a time to remember—filled with joy, learning, and overcoming challenges. This slideshow includes photos of Principia School students at various Christmas programs, science projects, clubs, field trips, and other events.
With joy and gratitude, Principia announced this week that Dr. Merry Sorrells (C’79) will serve as our next Head of School.
Dr. Sorrells brings extraordinary educational experience in multiple private schools. She has served as head of school at two faith-based, private schools for 14 years. In addition, she ...
November was filled with the sweet sounds of Principia School musicians earning their way into the prestigious St. Louis Metro District 8 (Metro 8) Band and the Metro 8 Orchestra. Competition for a spot in the Metro 8 bands and orchestras is considerable, with students from several public-school districts outside ...
The IDEA Labs provide an innovative space for students at Principia to experiment, problem-solve, and play. IDEA Labs facilitator and Lower School teacher Mollie Grant is always looking for ways to enhance the students’ experiences through creative projects that let young engineers test ideas and solve real-world problems.
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