Williams College '14

Kathleen was a member of Woodlawn's first graduating class in 2010 — pictured here with her classmate, Chad Raines. She went on to study at Williams College where she won three Division III National Tennis Team Titles. She is currently employed at CNBC in Los Angeles, CA.

Current Woodlawn seventh grader

Amelia credits the smallness of her school community for the closeness she feels with her classmates. She also enjoys the outdoor campus citing the amphitheater as her favorite place to eat lunch.

Duke University '23

A Trailblazer since the third grade, Jack's taken full advantage of every opportunity — he participated in the soccer and track teams, was a student ambassador, and a he was a lead member of Woodlawn's Outdoor Student Leadership program (to name just a few).

Rice University '20

Taylor credits Woodlawn with shaping her identity. "I wouldn’t be the same had it not been for this small community where teachers and classmates become a second family."

Current Woodlawn sixth grader

Dean is excited to come to Woodlawn each day because "of everything!" he tells us. His friends, making clay pinch pots, and acting in school dramas are among his favorite things to do.

Current Woodlawn eighth grader

This is Gavin's third year at Woodlawn. He points to two things he likes the most: the people and the way teachers explain everything. "They explain the "how" and "why" and if you still don't understand, they'll explain it another way."

Current Woodlawn junior

Micah says there are lots of things she appreciates about Woodlawn — the academic philosophy, the natural setting, the interesting campus history — but the thing she loves the most is the people, specifically the students.

Current Woodlawn senior

Michael Shepherd remembers the day he first experienced Woodlawn School. He had visited as a third grade student considering applying for the following year. "Right away I saw how fun the classes were, and that they were learning high-level stuff," he recalls.

UNC Chapel Hill '21

Amelia spent seven years at Woodlawn, and she says the thing that kept her excited about coming to school every day was the hands-on learning. "The teachers here work hard to connect their classes to other classes and to events in the real world."

Swarthmore College '20

Ariana Hoshino came to Woodlawn in seventh grade. “I immediately felt at home…. Woodlawn students work together, learning how to combine their collective strengths so that they form a better team.

Wake Forest '19

Michael Muchane entered Woodlawn School in sixth grade. “It was one of the best decisions of my life… What has always stood out to me is the close-knit community that is the core of Woodlawn.

Pomona College '19

Meredith Simpson’s classmates nominated her as the Graduation Speaker of her class, based on her many Woodlawn accomplishments. “Woodlawn isn’t just a school; it’s a family of supportive individuals committed to having a positive impact on each other and the world.”

Haverford College '19

Reilly Milburn joined Woodlawn at the start of Upper School. “One of my favorite things about Woodlawn is the ability to try new things, and at the same time delve deeper into areas and interests that you love. Aside from sports, Woodlawn has given me the opportunity to explore other interests of mine, such as music, journalism, and physics.”

UNC Chapel Hill '19

Clare MacDonald entered Woodlawn School in fifth grade and graduated as our first Morehead-Cain Scholar. “Woodlawn is an integral part of my identity. Well-rounded, with lifetime friendships, I know I have the tools to face whatever college has in store for me.”

Davidson College '18

Mary Rood Cunningham joined Woodlawn in Middle School and speaks most fondly about the faculty. “The relationships that students are able to build with their teachers are remarkable.”

University of Pennsylvania '18

JP Shaw joined Woodlawn in third grade. “I think I can best sum up the Woodlawn experience through a statement, a simple statement that I’ve always told people when asked why I like Woodlawn so much: ‘I know everyone’s name.’”

Occidental College '18

Sydney Bowman was one of the original Trailblazers, the first to attend 10 years of its existence. “Woodlawn encouraged us to experiment, evolve, and grow into the people we were meant to be. We are artists, scholars, athletes, and so much more. My years here have changed me in ways I never thought they would.”

UNC Asheville '18

David Hager came to Woodlawn in eighth grade. “I can say without a doubt that it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made… Because of the smaller class sizes, you never feel nervous about asking questions, and you are able to learn the material well.”

Belmont University '18

Jules Winkle transferred to Woodlawn as an Upper School junior. “After visiting Woodlawn’s beautiful campus and meeting a few of the students and teachers, I knew it was the right school for me.”

Pace University '18

Michael Kaczmarczyk calls Woodlawn his “second home,” having entered Woodlawn for Upper School. “Woodlawn is an unbelievable place with extraordinary people where minds are pushed to the limit and learning does not become a task but a lifestyle.”

Princeton University '17

Forrest Daugherty entered Woodlawn School in fourth grade. Woodlawn, he says, gave him “the opportunity to pursue my passion” of competitive rowing. The teachers at Woodlawn will work with you and do whatever they can to help you out.”

UNC Wilmington '17

April Feldman graduated after six years at Woodlawn. “One of my favorite parts about the school is the campus…. On nice days you see plenty of classes outside in the shade or on the patio, learning and enjoying the fresh air.”

Appalachian State University '18

David Keener graduated from Woodlawn after entering in Middle School. “One of the greatest things about Woodlawn is the focus on both national and international travel.”

St. Olaf College '16

Emma Haupt joined Woodlawn in fifth grade, and was sad to leave after graduation. “I have had experiences beyond my imagination…. I'll always be a Woodlawn Trailblazer, blazing my own path through life.”

UNC Chapel Hill '16

Zach Lingle graduated after eight years at Woodlawn. “My favorite part of Woodlawn is by far the athletics…. Whether it’s being on a team or just watching a game with my classmates, Woodlawn games are always exciting.”

Elon University '15

Sophia is currently living in London, where she caught up with Woodlawn art teacher Jackie Royce and reflected fondly on her Woodlawn School experiences. "I still think about Woodlawn and how being a part of that community helped me develop and grow as a person," Sophia says.