Category Archives: Features

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

Pam Sutherland: Artist, Teacher, Inspiration

By Dusey Hyman “Life is bigger than the West End and Collegiate,” states long-time Upper School art teacher Pam Sutherland. As a…

Math & Swimming: Mike Peters

By Stephen Laming New this year as a full-time faculty member, Mike Peters comes to Collegiate with multiple responsibilities: during the day…

Dr. Mauer, Collegiate’s Newest Biology Teacher

By Jake Darling Dr. Karin Mauer is the latest addition to the already-talented Upper School science department. Born in Mexico City, Mexico, Dr….

Alex Peavey: A Mindful Journey Into Joy

By Grace Stratford “I believe I am the healthiest I have been in my life because of cancer,” states Upper School guidance…

Meet Pr1met1me

Warning: Some of the songs mentioned in this article contain explicit lyrics.  New Collegiate junior Tyler Tunstall (‘18) is a man of…

A Stroll Through The Art Walk

By Libby Alexander Collegiate’s Art Walk is an annual event that many people around the Collegiate community look forward to. The Art…

A Day in the Life of Shep Lewis

“I’m approaching 40, but I’m not old. Even if I’m 50, I’m still not old. I’m not scared.” On June 8, 1977,…

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…