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Upper School
Welcome to the Lucy Bryans VanMeter Upper School. We provide our students with rich and varied opportunities for academic and personal growth. Our exceptionally diverse curricular offerings and co-curricular programs promote collaboration, exploration, and active learning. Our faculty know their students as people first, acknowledging and valuing their students’ strengths. We encourage students to take risks, develop talents and affinities, and excel in their areas of strength.
The Upper School building is designed to facilitate interactions with open communal gathering spaces such as the central atrium where we hold Morning Meetings and students perform public speaking speeches while smaller conference rooms are used for collaboration and quiet study. Sayre’s college-like campus, located in Lexington's historic district, promotes student autonomy, as they learn to think critically, value honorable behavior, and develop the skills and maturity necessary to succeed in college and beyond.
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Program of Studies 2025-26
Upper School Handbook
Dress Code
Upper School Newsletter
Upper School Schedule
Upper School Profile 2025
Class of 2025 Highlights
Forms and Information
Curriculum
The Upper School curriculum is divided into seven disciplines, each with a department chair who oversees the development of curriculum in conjunction with the Director of the Upper School. Guided by an active, enthusiastic and knowledgeable faculty, students develop an enthusiasm for learning and discovery while developing critical thinking skills, and establishing a moral framework to guide their decision making. Over time, students acquire self discipline and independence, experience working cooperatively in small group settings, and learn to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. During their four years in the Upper School, students complete a core curriculum as well as choose from a wide range of electives as they develop their interests, talents and skills in preparation for higher education. Woven throughout the curriculum is the objective of developing character, including honorable behavior and personal accountability in an atmosphere where community matters.
English
Fine Arts
History
Mathematics
World Languages
Science
Computer Science
Physical Education
Advanced Placement
Diplomas of Distinction
Sayre creates an environment in which students are immersed in literature and writing; encouraging students to become accurate, life-long readers and sound writers, aware of their own voice, while deepening students' awareness of themselves, others, and the world.
Students read a variety of literature not only to enhance ability but also to broaden and deepen awareness of self and the world. Several titles each year highlight personal, social, and diversity issues including those of gender and race. Students write personal and creative pieces as well as conventional essays in order to promote comfort and facility with the blank page. Rewriting, including the use of peer editors, encourages a focus on articulating theme, creating a well supported argument, analyzing character, as well as focusing on tone, style, word choice, and syntax. Students are encouraged to explore connections between literature and other disciplines and are provided with additional opportunities for reading, public speaking, creative writing, and writing assistance.
Sayre incorporates creativity, aesthetics, criticism, and history into a flexible and evolving curriculum which emphasizes the development of increasingly sophisticated skills and concepts through students' experiences in the arts.
Students are challenged to explore and learn new techniques and ideas; are guided through an understanding of the arts in relation to history and cultures, and are introduced to the formal and informal elements and principles of music, visual art, and theatre. Students are encouraged to develop confidence in expressing their own ideas, to demonstrate increasingly complex skills, to recognize the diversity of the artistic experience, and to become knowledgeable patrons of the arts. Students work cooperatively and are provided opportunities to demonstrate leadership skills.
Sayre prepares students to comprehend the past and to identify and understand the challenges facing our diverse nation in an increasingly interdependent world.
Students will develop and maintain the knowledge and appreciation of heritage and diversity; experience the cultural and physical world; develop a clear commitment to democratic beliefs and values; develop and refine communication skills through writing and speaking; incorporate critical thinking skills and interpersonal skills at all levels; apply the use of technology as appropriate to the study of social studies/history; learn to relate knowledge and skills to daily life experiences.
Sayre communicates mathematical concepts through independent reasoning and cooperative exploration using comprehensive mathematical knowledge.
Students will value mathematics and develop mathematical literacy while making connections with other disciplines. Through active participation, students will incorporate mathematical concepts using manipulatives and technology. Students will be able to analyze information and arrive at reasonable solutions through individual learning styles.
Sayre empowers students to explore, comprehend and appreciate cultures and languages as curious and empathetic world citizens.
Students are engaged in an active learning process in developing cultural competency and language proficiency for interpersonal, interpretive and presentational communication. The thoughtful use of authentic materials, the target language, and existing and emerging technologies, guides students towards building both language and general literacy skills.
Sayre students understand science as a method of inquiry capable of answering many questions about the world and beyond, through analytical thinking, hands-on activities, investigations, and formalized laboratories.
Students will become curious, creative, and responsible learners. Students will explore and develop processes, hypotheses, concepts, and scientific skills through laboratory practices and writing. They will understand science as a body of knowledge that is dynamic and changing, that can explain and predict many phenomena in our Universe. Students will relate science to mathematics, technology, social sciences, and other disciplines and will realize that advancements in science have an impact on our society, requiring moral and ethical choices.
Sayre students use technology to communicate, acquire information, increase productivity, and stimulate creativity as well as increase technological proficiency and promote flexible, lifelong learning.
Students will acquire and critique information efficiently, present content effectively, and creatively apply their knowledge to new situations encountered within the academic curriculum through the progressive development of technology skills.
Sayre gives students the opportunity to participate in team and individual activities designed to promote the physical, social and cognitive domains.
Students will be given the opportunity to develop physically, promoting expressive and effective movements. The concept of fitness for a lifetime will be introduced and emphasized. Participation and self-management in all activities is encouraged and expected. Student potential is challenged, leadership qualities are refined, and social behaviors are developed. Basic team concepts and individual skills are introduced, practiced and ideally mastered.
Sayre Named to AP Honor Roll
All classes at Sayre School are college preparatory. Honors and/or Advanced Placement (AP) courses are also offered. Sayre offers 21 AP courses. All Upper School students who demonstrate sufficient achievement in or affinity for an academic discipline are invited to apply for inclusion in the Advanced Placement curriculum. A distinguishing feature of Sayre's AP program is that all students enrolled in AP courses must sit for the Advanced Placement Examinations in order to receive AP credit for the course on their transcript.
AP Scoring
AP exams are scored on a 1-5 scale. The College Board defines students who receive a 3 as qualified in that
subject matter.
5 = extremely well qualified
4 = well qualified
3 = qualified
2 = possibly qualified
1 = no recommendation
The score measures achievement in a college-level AP course, and is used by colleges and universities to determine if they will grant a student credit for what they've learned, or if one is able to skip the equivalent course once admitted to college. (www.collegeboard.org)
2025 Sayre AP Exams
Score or Pass Rate
Pass Rate (3 or higher)
83%
Class of 2025 Pass Rate
82%
Class of 2025 were recipients of an AP Scholar Award
71%
Science Pass Rate
95%
Math Pass Rate (Calculus AB and BC = 90% pass rate)
78%
English Pass Rate
88%
History Pass Rate
94%
World Language Pass Rate (Spanish = 100% pass rate)
70%
Average Score
3.5
Percentage of students scoring a 4 or 5
63%
Percent of AP Scholars with Distinction
26%
Percent of AP Scholars with Honor
12%
Percent of AP Scholars
13%
Sayre offers Diploma Distinctions in five discrete areas to recognize students' affinities and accomplishments in these different disciplines:
Distinction in Creative Arts
,
Distinction in Engineering
,
Distinction in Global Studies
,
Distinction in Service
, and
Distinction in Sustainability
.
Character Development
Sayre School values students as individuals and works to foster their understanding of themselves and their roles in the larger community. Our core values of wisdom, integrity, respect, and compassion are woven throughout the school. Our efforts to promote these core values include classes, clubs, and activities to reach all students. Topics and skills are taught and practiced on a developmentally appropriate continuum centered on these themes: student mentoring, giving back to community, understanding personal and cultural differences, awareness of self, and development of social skills.
Sayre defines its core values as:
Wisdom
– knowledge of what is right combined with sound judgment
Integrity
– understanding and practice of what is honest, decent, and good
Respect
– holding self and others in high regard
Compassion
– empathy for others combined with helpful action
The Honor Council
The Student Council
Class Trips
Clubs and Activities
KIDS-to-Kids
Service Learning
Advisories
Healthy Minds and Bodies
The Honor Code is an integral part of life in the Upper School. The following statement is adapted from the Honor Council’s Constitution:
Sayre School is an educational community of students and teachers dedicated to the orderly exchange of information and ideas. Within this community the Honor Code is structured to provide a framework to protect each individual's personal and professional integrity. It is this concern for each member of the community which sets Sayre apart as an institution. Learning extends beyond the daily lessons of the classroom and the Honor Code reminds community members of their responsibilities. The Sayre Honor Council fosters an atmosphere in which the integrity of the individual is upheld at all times.
Each member of the Upper School is expected to acknowledge by his/her citizenship that lying, cheating, and stealing are not to be tolerated within the school. It is the duty of the student body, collectively and individually, to actively support the Honor System. Any student who is witness to an Honor Code Violation is encouraged to take action to rectify the situation. In addition, students must respond with absolute truth if asked about an alleged infraction.
The Honor Council is primarily responsible for overseeing a community whose daily life is grounded in the belief in the integrity and trust of the individual. This trust is the basis for all relationships both academic and personal. The council has the obligation to oversee the Honor System, interpret the Honor Code to the student body and investigate infractions.
The Honor Council is composed of ten students elected by the student body in the spring from a list of nominees presented to them by the faculty. Four of the members will be seniors, three juniors, two sophomores, and one freshman.
The Student Council exists to serve the student body as a liaison to the faculty and administration. Members are expected to be students in good standing. The council makes proposals to the faculty for their consideration.
9
th
Grade Class Trip
The ninth-grade class trip is an exciting outdoor experience in the New River Gorge area of West Virginia. Through small group and team experiences, the ninth-graders develop leadership and cooperative team skills, get to know each other better, and work with each other effectively. These activities include hiking, a zip line canopy tour, aerial park challenge course, mud obstacle course, rappelling, evening campfire activities, and a full day of white water rafting.
10
th
Grade Class Trip
The tenth-grade class trip offers students a rich balance of history, culture, and adventure, designed to immerse them in real-world experiences outside the classroom. Highlights included exploring the National Corvette Museum, walking the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, and experiencing Nashville’s music heritage through the Ryman Auditorium, Hatch Show Print, and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Beyond sightseeing, the trip emphasized experiential learning by engaging students in activities that fostered their personal growth. Whether kayaking the Cumberland River, roasting marshmallows at the bonfire, or enjoying free time with each other, the students spent time getting to know their classmates. The journey culminated with a Mammoth Cave tour, reinforcing the value of exploration and discovery in our own backyard. The trip not only enriched their academic knowledge but also strengthened bonds within the class, making it a memorable milestone in their high school experience.
11
th
and 12
th
Grade College Trips
During trips week, juniors travel together on a three-day tour of college campuses sponsored by the College Counseling Office. Each year, our college counselors choose a different set of schools to tour, with the intent of showing students a wide range of campus types, from large state universities to mid-size schools and small, liberal arts colleges. They choose schools in urban and suburban settings to show students that college campuses look and feel differently based on location. While touring college campuses with the counselors, our students learn what to look for on a campus and the kinds of questions to ask, while also beginning to define some of their own preferences for size, type, and location of colleges suited to their interests.
Seniors spend the time making visits to specific colleges for tours, interviews, or overnight stays; working on college applications and essays; or reviewing for upcoming standardized tests.
Except for the academic honor societies, all
clubs
are open to any Upper School student showing interest and/or talents in a particular area. Additional clubs may be established during the school year.
Selected Upper School students are trained to mentor Lower and Middle School students in this program based on four important principles:
Kindness, Inclusion, Differences, and Self-worth
, which form the acronym KIDS. Through activities and discussion, they examine issues of respect, conflict resolution, and communication.
All students are required to participate in community service. Service projects are completed in small groups, with advisories or individually depending on student interest and skill. Society to Society is one facet of the program which actively involves students in philanthropic efforts. Students also lead, organize, and participate in raising money or making other donations for the benefit of others.
Students in multi-aged small groups participate in special programs and social activities to build and support community. The faculty advisor serves as an adult resource and advocate for those students.
Sexuality, drug, and alcohol educational programs, including Freedom from Chemical Dependency (FCD).
I've had the privilege of learning from some of the brightest minds and kindest hearts. Sayre is the perfect balance of academic excellence and a warm social environment. I've come to think of all of you as an extension of my family.
Claire Thayer '21 Valedictorian Address, attending Columbia University
It is also important to not lose sight of this key principle: that you are the one thing in life that you have complete control over. Your outlook, your attitude and the way that you treat others are all in your power, so use that for good.
Ellie Webb '18, attending Georgetown University
I decided that New York would be fine without me, and that I could have a greater impact here, in the community that I care about. And so I came home to Kentucky. Here, I’ve been about to design libraries, senior centers, and public clinics, and seen how welcoming and thoughtful buildings can strengthen communities and give people a vision of a new and better future.
Harding Dowell ’01
Baccalaureate Speech to the Class of 2019
Group 4 Architecture, Research and Planning, Architect
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Upper School
Welcome to the Lucy Bryans VanMeter Upper School. We provide our students with rich and varied opportunities for academic and personal growth. Our exceptionally diverse curricular offerings and co-curricular programs promote collaboration, exploration, and active learning. Our faculty know their students as people first, acknowledging and valuing their students’ strengths. We encourage students to take risks, develop talents and affinities, and excel in their areas of strength.
The Upper School building is designed to facilitate interactions with open communal gathering spaces such as the central atrium where we hold Morning Meetings and students perform public speaking speeches while smaller conference rooms are used for collaboration and quiet study. Sayre’s college-like campus, located in Lexington's historic district, promotes student autonomy, as they learn to think critically, value honorable behavior, and develop the skills and maturity necessary to succeed in college and beyond.
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Program of Studies 2025-26
Upper School Handbook
Dress Code
Upper School Newsletter
Upper School Schedule
Upper School Profile 2025
Class of 2025 Highlights
Forms and Information
Curriculum
The Upper School curriculum is divided into seven disciplines, each with a department chair who oversees the development of curriculum in conjunction with the Director of the Upper School. Guided by an active, enthusiastic and knowledgeable faculty, students develop an enthusiasm for learning and discovery while developing critical thinking skills, and establishing a moral framework to guide their decision making. Over time, students acquire self discipline and independence, experience working cooperatively in small group settings, and learn to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. During their four years in the Upper School, students complete a core curriculum as well as choose from a wide range of electives as they develop their interests, talents and skills in preparation for higher education. Woven throughout the curriculum is the objective of developing character, including honorable behavior and personal accountability in an atmosphere where community matters.
English
Fine Arts
History
Mathematics
World Languages
Science
Computer Science
Physical Education
Advanced Placement
Diplomas of Distinction
Sayre creates an environment in which students are immersed in literature and writing; encouraging students to become accurate, life-long readers and sound writers, aware of their own voice, while deepening students' awareness of themselves, others, and the world.
Students read a variety of literature not only to enhance ability but also to broaden and deepen awareness of self and the world. Several titles each year highlight personal, social, and diversity issues including those of gender and race. Students write personal and creative pieces as well as conventional essays in order to promote comfort and facility with the blank page. Rewriting, including the use of peer editors, encourages a focus on articulating theme, creating a well supported argument, analyzing character, as well as focusing on tone, style, word choice, and syntax. Students are encouraged to explore connections between literature and other disciplines and are provided with additional opportunities for reading, public speaking, creative writing, and writing assistance.
Sayre incorporates creativity, aesthetics, criticism, and history into a flexible and evolving curriculum which emphasizes the development of increasingly sophisticated skills and concepts through students' experiences in the arts.
Students are challenged to explore and learn new techniques and ideas; are guided through an understanding of the arts in relation to history and cultures, and are introduced to the formal and informal elements and principles of music, visual art, and theatre. Students are encouraged to develop confidence in expressing their own ideas, to demonstrate increasingly complex skills, to recognize the diversity of the artistic experience, and to become knowledgeable patrons of the arts. Students work cooperatively and are provided opportunities to demonstrate leadership skills.
Sayre prepares students to comprehend the past and to identify and understand the challenges facing our diverse nation in an increasingly interdependent world.
Students will develop and maintain the knowledge and appreciation of heritage and diversity; experience the cultural and physical world; develop a clear commitment to democratic beliefs and values; develop and refine communication skills through writing and speaking; incorporate critical thinking skills and interpersonal skills at all levels; apply the use of technology as appropriate to the study of social studies/history; learn to relate knowledge and skills to daily life experiences.
Sayre communicates mathematical concepts through independent reasoning and cooperative exploration using comprehensive mathematical knowledge.
Students will value mathematics and develop mathematical literacy while making connections with other disciplines. Through active participation, students will incorporate mathematical concepts using manipulatives and technology. Students will be able to analyze information and arrive at reasonable solutions through individual learning styles.
Sayre empowers students to explore, comprehend and appreciate cultures and languages as curious and empathetic world citizens.
Students are engaged in an active learning process in developing cultural competency and language proficiency for interpersonal, interpretive and presentational communication. The thoughtful use of authentic materials, the target language, and existing and emerging technologies, guides students towards building both language and general literacy skills.
Sayre students understand science as a method of inquiry capable of answering many questions about the world and beyond, through analytical thinking, hands-on activities, investigations, and formalized laboratories.
Students will become curious, creative, and responsible learners. Students will explore and develop processes, hypotheses, concepts, and scientific skills through laboratory practices and writing. They will understand science as a body of knowledge that is dynamic and changing, that can explain and predict many phenomena in our Universe. Students will relate science to mathematics, technology, social sciences, and other disciplines and will realize that advancements in science have an impact on our society, requiring moral and ethical choices.
Sayre students use technology to communicate, acquire information, increase productivity, and stimulate creativity as well as increase technological proficiency and promote flexible, lifelong learning.
Students will acquire and critique information efficiently, present content effectively, and creatively apply their knowledge to new situations encountered within the academic curriculum through the progressive development of technology skills.
Sayre gives students the opportunity to participate in team and individual activities designed to promote the physical, social and cognitive domains.
Students will be given the opportunity to develop physically, promoting expressive and effective movements. The concept of fitness for a lifetime will be introduced and emphasized. Participation and self-management in all activities is encouraged and expected. Student potential is challenged, leadership qualities are refined, and social behaviors are developed. Basic team concepts and individual skills are introduced, practiced and ideally mastered.
Sayre Named to AP Honor Roll
All classes at Sayre School are college preparatory. Honors and/or Advanced Placement (AP) courses are also offered. Sayre offers 21 AP courses. All Upper School students who demonstrate sufficient achievement in or affinity for an academic discipline are invited to apply for inclusion in the Advanced Placement curriculum. A distinguishing feature of Sayre's AP program is that all students enrolled in AP courses must sit for the Advanced Placement Examinations in order to receive AP credit for the course on their transcript.
AP Scoring
AP exams are scored on a 1-5 scale. The College Board defines students who receive a 3 as qualified in that
subject matter.
5 = extremely well qualified
4 = well qualified
3 = qualified
2 = possibly qualified
1 = no recommendation
The score measures achievement in a college-level AP course, and is used by colleges and universities to determine if they will grant a student credit for what they've learned, or if one is able to skip the equivalent course once admitted to college. (www.collegeboard.org)
2025 Sayre AP Exams
Score or Pass Rate
Pass Rate (3 or higher)
83%
Class of 2025 Pass Rate
82%
Class of 2025 were recipients of an AP Scholar Award
71%
Science Pass Rate
95%
Math Pass Rate (Calculus AB and BC = 90% pass rate)
78%
English Pass Rate
88%
History Pass Rate
94%
World Language Pass Rate (Spanish = 100% pass rate)
70%
Average Score
3.5
Percentage of students scoring a 4 or 5
63%
Percent of AP Scholars with Distinction
26%
Percent of AP Scholars with Honor
12%
Percent of AP Scholars
13%
Sayre offers Diploma Distinctions in five discrete areas to recognize students' affinities and accomplishments in these different disciplines:
Distinction in Creative Arts
,
Distinction in Engineering
,
Distinction in Global Studies
,
Distinction in Service
, and
Distinction in Sustainability
.
Character Development
Sayre School values students as individuals and works to foster their understanding of themselves and their roles in the larger community. Our core values of wisdom, integrity, respect, and compassion are woven throughout the school. Our efforts to promote these core values include classes, clubs, and activities to reach all students. Topics and skills are taught and practiced on a developmentally appropriate continuum centered on these themes: student mentoring, giving back to community, understanding personal and cultural differences, awareness of self, and development of social skills.
Sayre defines its core values as:
Wisdom
– knowledge of what is right combined with sound judgment
Integrity
– understanding and practice of what is honest, decent, and good
Respect
– holding self and others in high regard
Compassion
– empathy for others combined with helpful action
The Honor Council
The Student Council
Class Trips
Clubs and Activities
KIDS-to-Kids
Service Learning
Advisories
Healthy Minds and Bodies
The Honor Code is an integral part of life in the Upper School. The following statement is adapted from the Honor Council’s Constitution:
Sayre School is an educational community of students and teachers dedicated to the orderly exchange of information and ideas. Within this community the Honor Code is structured to provide a framework to protect each individual's personal and professional integrity. It is this concern for each member of the community which sets Sayre apart as an institution. Learning extends beyond the daily lessons of the classroom and the Honor Code reminds community members of their responsibilities. The Sayre Honor Council fosters an atmosphere in which the integrity of the individual is upheld at all times.
Each member of the Upper School is expected to acknowledge by his/her citizenship that lying, cheating, and stealing are not to be tolerated within the school. It is the duty of the student body, collectively and individually, to actively support the Honor System. Any student who is witness to an Honor Code Violation is encouraged to take action to rectify the situation. In addition, students must respond with absolute truth if asked about an alleged infraction.
The Honor Council is primarily responsible for overseeing a community whose daily life is grounded in the belief in the integrity and trust of the individual. This trust is the basis for all relationships both academic and personal. The council has the obligation to oversee the Honor System, interpret the Honor Code to the student body and investigate infractions.
The Honor Council is composed of ten students elected by the student body in the spring from a list of nominees presented to them by the faculty. Four of the members will be seniors, three juniors, two sophomores, and one freshman.
The Student Council exists to serve the student body as a liaison to the faculty and administration. Members are expected to be students in good standing. The council makes proposals to the faculty for their consideration.
9
th
Grade Class Trip
The ninth-grade class trip is an exciting outdoor experience in the New River Gorge area of West Virginia. Through small group and team experiences, the ninth-graders develop leadership and cooperative team skills, get to know each other better, and work with each other effectively. These activities include hiking, a zip line canopy tour, aerial park challenge course, mud obstacle course, rappelling, evening campfire activities, and a full day of white water rafting.
10
th
Grade Class Trip
The tenth-grade class trip offers students a rich balance of history, culture, and adventure, designed to immerse them in real-world experiences outside the classroom. Highlights included exploring the National Corvette Museum, walking the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, and experiencing Nashville’s music heritage through the Ryman Auditorium, Hatch Show Print, and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Beyond sightseeing, the trip emphasized experiential learning by engaging students in activities that fostered their personal growth. Whether kayaking the Cumberland River, roasting marshmallows at the bonfire, or enjoying free time with each other, the students spent time getting to know their classmates. The journey culminated with a Mammoth Cave tour, reinforcing the value of exploration and discovery in our own backyard. The trip not only enriched their academic knowledge but also strengthened bonds within the class, making it a memorable milestone in their high school experience.
11
th
and 12
th
Grade College Trips
During trips week, juniors travel together on a three-day tour of college campuses sponsored by the College Counseling Office. Each year, our college counselors choose a different set of schools to tour, with the intent of showing students a wide range of campus types, from large state universities to mid-size schools and small, liberal arts colleges. They choose schools in urban and suburban settings to show students that college campuses look and feel differently based on location. While touring college campuses with the counselors, our students learn what to look for on a campus and the kinds of questions to ask, while also beginning to define some of their own preferences for size, type, and location of colleges suited to their interests.
Seniors spend the time making visits to specific colleges for tours, interviews, or overnight stays; working on college applications and essays; or reviewing for upcoming standardized tests.
Except for the academic honor societies, all
clubs
are open to any Upper School student showing interest and/or talents in a particular area. Additional clubs may be established during the school year.
Selected Upper School students are trained to mentor Lower and Middle School students in this program based on four important principles:
Kindness, Inclusion, Differences, and Self-worth
, which form the acronym KIDS. Through activities and discussion, they examine issues of respect, conflict resolution, and communication.
All students are required to participate in community service. Service projects are completed in small groups, with advisories or individually depending on student interest and skill. Society to Society is one facet of the program which actively involves students in philanthropic efforts. Students also lead, organize, and participate in raising money or making other donations for the benefit of others.
Students in multi-aged small groups participate in special programs and social activities to build and support community. The faculty advisor serves as an adult resource and advocate for those students.
Sexuality, drug, and alcohol educational programs, including Freedom from Chemical Dependency (FCD).
I've had the privilege of learning from some of the brightest minds and kindest hearts. Sayre is the perfect balance of academic excellence and a warm social environment. I've come to think of all of you as an extension of my family.
Claire Thayer '21 Valedictorian Address, attending Columbia University
It is also important to not lose sight of this key principle: that you are the one thing in life that you have complete control over. Your outlook, your attitude and the way that you treat others are all in your power, so use that for good.
Ellie Webb '18, attending Georgetown University
I decided that New York would be fine without me, and that I could have a greater impact here, in the community that I care about. And so I came home to Kentucky. Here, I’ve been about to design libraries, senior centers, and public clinics, and seen how welcoming and thoughtful buildings can strengthen communities and give people a vision of a new and better future.
Harding Dowell ’01
Baccalaureate Speech to the Class of 2019
Group 4 Architecture, Research and Planning, Architect
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