Seattle Girls' School

News and happenings in education from the Head of School, Rafael del Castillo

Monday, September 13, 2010

Want to be inspired by young people?

... starting with SGS alumna, Jessica Markowitz, who founded Impuhwe, a group which gives Rwandan children, especially girls, the opportunity to go to school. This past summer, SGS 7th grade teacher, Wendy Ewbank, traveled to Rwanda with all the founders of the group. These girls have gone on to high schools all over the city; and the impact of their deeds can be felt throughout the Seattle as well as in Rwanda. We are very proud of all of them!

Read more about Jessica and other inspiring youth ...

Ted x Redmond - An independently organized TED event


UPDATE: Several SGS students attended the event and were inspired as they begin to contemplate their "Pay it Forward Projects" for 7th grade. Stay tuned for their impact!

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