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The thousand miles between Northern Virginia and Coral Gables, Florida, represent more than just a change in climate for Melina Kalamatianos ’24; they mark her transition from a dedicated student to an aspiring global strategist.  Building on the academic foundation she started here at Flint Hill, she is now focusing her studies at the intersection…

About 11 years ago, when she wore her NYU sweatshirt on college day, she confidently declared that she would one day become a journalist for The New York Times. Today, that vision is no longer a teenage declaration — it’s her reality. Now the co-host of The Wirecutter Show at The New York Times, she…

In the world of education, we often talk about “chapters” — the changing faces of the campus, the evolution of teaching and learning, the growth of the faculty and student body. Yet, while the scenery and the semesters move forward, every great institution is held together by a set of foundational truths that remain untouched…

While the colors on their jerseys have changed, Ryla Jones ’24 and Isabelle Bardin ’25 will always be Huskies at heart. This past December, the Flint Hill community watched with collective pride as Ryla and Isabelle competed for their respective universities — Pitt and Purdue — under the national spotlight of the NCAA tournament. They…

While most college freshmen spent their Thanksgiving break enjoying a reprieve from early morning wake-ups, Tomas Dasek ’25 committed to at least one more — to represent the Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation on Fox 5 DC. Standing alongside the executive director, Tomas helped make the pitch for viewers to consider giving a rescue…

Firas Ahmad arrived at Flint Hill in 10th grade as a quiet, apathetic new kid trying to find his way. Over time, he carved out a place for himself: joining student government, writing for the school newspaper, and making his mark athletically on the varsity tennis and basketball teams. He even played on the legendary…

This year, 11 beloved faculty members are retiring from their profession or embarking on new adventures after 20+ years of service to Flint Hill. Take a moment to read about their remarkable contributions to our community and the lasting impact they’ve had on generations of Huskies. Since 1990, when Flint Hill School became the independent…

Andrew Tropeano ’02 can be best described as a creative entrepreneur. The Flint Hill graduate stands as the co-founder of the thriving DC-based NWT Media Group and Scree Studios, which specializes in video production and advertising for notable organizations and government entities. However, his true work lies in storytelling, a love that has motivated him…