This letter from Headmaster Kirk Walker was sent to all McCallie parents the day prior to Thanksgiving holidays. “Last week, the school dedicated a new sculpture entitled “Raising Men.” The work is composed of two life-sized figures…”
By JOHN WALLER — Heart racing, loud music with the pulsing, uptempo bass and the sound of girls nervously chatting with one another about hair, makeup and other seemingly useless subjects. These are the sights and feelings associated with a cheerleading competition…
By JOHN LAMBERT — Given the nature of this ceremony, it seemed fitting that I include some thoughts on leadership, and so I will, but the route may be a bit circuitous, so stay with me. First I’d like to talk to you about commercials. I’m a sucker for a good one—I’ll pause when they come on tv, will watch them on youtube, send links to my friends. One of my favorites right now is The Most Interesting Man in the World…
By MARY McCANDLESS — I have spent a lot of money over the years on education – money very well spent. First it was pre-school, then pre-kindergarten. Next elementary and middle school. Once I’d experienced the small class sizes, curriculum based on my own values, and staff and administration that recognize who really pays their salaries, I was sold on private education…
By KENNY SHOLL — Last Wednesday, during the “What Every McCallie Man Should Know” program, a local attorney, Class of 1983, spoke to the seniors about what it means to turn 18 years of age from a legal standpoint. It is amazing how that one birthday changes the way the legal system responds to you even though you are no more mature at age 17 years and 364 days than you are at 17 years and 365 days…
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