Category Archives: Features

Feature stories from our staff, including profiles of people and places of interest to our community.

The Evolution of the James River

By Frances Melvin According to their website, the James River Park System has over 1,300,000 visitors annually, the highest number of any…

A Rockstar Among Us

By Destana Herring Did you know that we have an accomplished percussionist with over two decades of performing experience with us, daily,…

Is That Appropriate for School? The Dress Code at Collegiate

“The following are not permitted: tank tops, spaghetti straps or any top in which too much shoulder is revealed. Tops that are…

Sheldon Speedmeyer: Who Is This Legend Of Collegiate?

HUMOR A legend is someone nearly everyone has heard of but very few people actually know about. As a new student, I…

Faculty Profile: Dave Privasky, Upper School Science

By Duncan Owen A new addition to the Upper School science department last year, Dave Privasky arrived at Collegiate after six years…

Get to Know Sarah Baker, New Assistant Head of Upper School

By Gillian Laming Garnished with new speed bumps and a mound of dirt next to McFall Hall, Collegiate has welcomed several new…

The John Maloney Project Transforms Lives

Sunday at 3pm. Basketball hoops and balls are out. Water coolers are filled. 45 Collegiate students can be found on the floor…

Snapshot: Art, Post-Art Show

By Sarah Smithson The 2016 Collegiate Art Walk was last Monday, and Pam Sutherland, Upper School art teacher, is standing in button-embellished red boots…

Diversity at Collegiate

“Collegiate School is a community of learners committed to seeking and welcoming students, faculty and staff who represent the multicultural community and…

Superstars Restaurant

Looking for a quick and reasonably priced place to eat? Check out Superstars Restaurant, located at 5700 Patterson Avenue. Known for their…