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designed for girls just like you. It’s the only all girls Middle School in the Greater Hartford area, and it’s also a “home away from home” where you will receive the attention and challenge you deserve from caring, dedicated and experienced teachers.
✓ Teachers who see you as an individual, ■ not just a face in the crowd ✓ Teachers who share their excitement ■ for a subject with you ✓ Teachers who “get” what it’s ■ like to be a middle school girl ✓ Classmates who value ■ learning just as much as you do ✓ To discover talents and ■ abilities you didn’t even know you had! ✓ The opportunity to make ■ a difference in the world
✓ To feel comfortable asking ■ lots of questions ✓ To make great friends ■
Walker’s Middle School IS a friendly place. Our warm admissions process and several events to welcome you make your family a part of the Walker’s family even before classes begin. Our classes are small, so you will know everyone in your grade and many others as well. Walker’s Upper and Middle Schools join together for many events, so you will get to know sophomores and seniors alike.
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Academics are a priority at Walker’s, and unlike other schools who say they have five academic subjects (math, science, language arts, history and language), we have SIX! The arts are critical to all we do in the Middle School. Music, dance, theater, and especially the visual arts at Walker’s are vibrant, interactive programs where you will discover your inner artist. Play in the orchestra, sing in the choir, participate in drum circle. Make a bowl on the pottery wheel as a gift, or to donate to our Empty Bowls project. Star in the Middle School play or help design the colorful set.
Walker’s Middle School athletic program provides not only great training and competition, but FUN! Walker’s Middle School softball, lacrosse, field hockey, soccer and basketball teams all have great records and allow you to learn the sport but also to enjoy great team spirit. If you’re a rider or interested in learning to ride, Walker’s nationally recognized, championship program gives you every opportunity.
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At Walker’s, we teach our girls about their responsibility to make a difference in the world.
Visit our beautiful campus, get to know our students and faculty, cheer on Walker’s Wildcats at a game! We welcome your visit during one of our Open Houses or by appointment. Just contact our Admission Office at 860.408.4200, or email admission@ethelwalker.org.Visit our website at www.ethelwalker.org/admissions, and you can fill out an inquiry form and tell us all about yourself!
Tending the School’s organic garden, mentoring elementary school children, running book and food drives, helping a village in Africa have access to clean water: all these are opportunities for our students to learn about the world while they are changing it for the better.The best part is, if you have an idea, share it, and you can make it happen!
The formal application process includes an application form, teacher recommendations, SSAT scores, and an interview.The application is downloadable right on our website, along with other important information. We’ll help you along throughout the entire process. The regular admission deadline is February 1. Your advisor is key to your Walker’s experience. You will have lunch with your advisor and your special advisee group every week, and your advisor will be there throughout your Middle School years to talk with you about your classes, your interests, and opportunities.You advisor will care about how things are going for you. Alumnae of Walker’s still keep in touch with their advisors many years after graduation – it’s a very special relationship.
Financial Assistance Assistance is available for families who qualify for aid. Your admission counselor will guide you through this process.
Walker’s is here for you – Learn about why Walker’s is the Place for Girls. We can’t wait to meet you!