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More on Why Poetry Matters May 05, 2020

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Welcome to this continued exploration of why poetry matters, especially during quarantine. Special guests include Theresa Monteiro, an MFA student at the University of New Hampshire, and Montrose sophomore Jenn Uche.

Why Poetry Matters Apr 18, 2020

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April is National Poetry Month! Explore why poetry matters, and celebrate with a poetry potpourri put on by members of the Montrose community.

Building Community During Coronavirus Apr 03, 2020

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Coronavirus has us all doing things differently, whether we’re on the front lines at hospitals or on the checkout lines at grocery stores. In this episode, we’ll talk about what it’s like to build community and create connections, albeit virtually. We’ll hear from several different members of the Montrose community about what it’s like to experience the new normal: together, while apart.

Special Edition: The New Normal Mar 20, 2020

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Welcome to this Special Edition of Montrose Podcast. In this unprecedented time of dealing with Coronavirus, we have all had to respond to a new reality, and reimagine life as we know it. The Montrose community is far-reaching, with students from 7 different countries and 53 different towns. Head of School Dr. Karen Bohlin joins us to talk about the “new normal” we are all facing.

Love Your Enemies with Arthur C. Brooks Jan 31, 2020

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Our guest for this episode of Montrose Podcast is social scientist, Harvard professor and New York Times bestselling author, Arthur C. Brooks. His most recent book is called Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt. Dr. Brooks just gave a talk at Montrose as part of the LifeCompass Institute Speaker Series, sponsored by The Elizabeth Schickel Foundation. We previewed that talk with a mini podcast, and now invite you into the full conversation about how to love our enemies.

Montrose Mini: Love Your Enemies with Arthur C. Brooks Jan 17, 2020

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Our guest for this Montrose Mini is social scientist, Harvard professor and New York Times bestselling author, Arthur C. Brooks. His most recent book is called Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt. In it, he culls together social science, ancient wisdom, and historical biographies to show us how to counteract contempt, in our relationships and in our everyday interactions. Enjoy this preview of his Love Your Enemies talk at Montrose School on Thursday, January 30th as part of the LifeCompass Institute Speaker Series, sponsored by The Elizabeth Schickel Foundation.

Giving that Forms Character Dec 09, 2019

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You know that your gift to Montrose helps girls form good habits of mind, heart and character.... but did you know that you could win Pats tickets, too? This year's Annual Fund has a fun new twist: the chance to win 4 tickets to a Patriots game! Listen to Dr. Michael Roberto, Bryant University Professor, proud father of Montrose senior Celia Roberto, and new member of Montrose's Board of Trustees, on why it's important to give back.

The Capstone Experience Nov 25, 2019

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What’s the antidote to “senior slide?” At Montrose, it’s called the Capstone Project. Each Senior delves into a topic of her choosing, culminating in a 20-page paper and a 15-minute presentation. Associate Head of School Katie Elrod oversees the program, and celebrates each student’s success. Several of the members of the Class of 2019 talk about what it’s like to take on this culminating project of their Montrose education, with topics ranging from The Opioid Crisis to Technology’s Effect on Happiness to Concussions in the NFL.

Montrose Mini: The Truth about Vaping with Sophie Kocho '20 Nov 15, 2019

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In this Montrose Mini, Senior Sophie Kocho shares what she learned about vaping during her summer internship at UMass Medical Center, specifically how vaping affects adolescents. Sophie’s impressive research will help you to think critically about this new cultural phenomenon. Her concern for others will warm your heart.

Montrose Mini: A New School Year with Dr. Karen Bohlin Nov 15, 2019

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For this Montrose Mini, we catch up with Head of School Dr. Karen Bohlin to talk about what it’s like to start a new school year, for both students and parents.

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