ALUM STORY

Shaking the Stigma of Epilepsy

Thanks to brain surgery, Cassandra POTICHNYJ’07 is two years free of epileptic seizures.

But she recalls every detail. How they start: the sudden aura, the pleasant tingling, the

exhilaration. Then how, as she describes in her new children’s book, My Shaky World:

“Like an electrical zap, my brain lights up so bright,

I shake and fall and my muscles get very tight.”

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Connect with the Black Student Union

Our current Black Student Union is interested in connecting with Black community members at an upcoming event on campus.

Are you a Black alum interested in attending an event with the Black Student Union?

Definitely!

Not at this time, but please reach out in future years.

Branksome Hall Day Camps Opportunity

Interested in working at Branksome Hall this summer?

Our camps team is looking to hire staff for a variety of really exciting programs and they love having alums as part of the team.

Learn More and Apply

Extending Her Legacy From Alum Walkway to Alum Donor Wall

Hubie YU’08 chose to extend her legacy at Branksome Hall by securing a place on the school's new Alum Donor Wall. With her name already engraved on the Alum Walkway, it was meaningful to Hubie to also contribute and be a part of this latest installation in iCAST, which will celebrate the generosity of our alum community for decades to come.

Learn more about Hubie's inspiration for securing her spot on the Alum Donor Wall—or join Hubie on the wall by reserving your place today!

INTRODUCING THE PrincipalED PODCAST!

Join Principal Grace McCallum for candid conversations with educators, students and experts as they dive into the future of girls’ education. We’ll also highlight the incredible stories of people in our Branksome Hall community. The podcast launches today with an insightful conversation with Dr. Lisa Damour.

Click here to listen to the first episode or you can watch it here on our YouTube channel.

UPCOMING EVENTS

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Rainbow Songs

🌈Back by Popular Demand!🌈

Mark your calendar for Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and join us for the much-loved Rainbow Songs Sing-Along, led by the wonderful Joanna Kellam!

Designed for kids aged six months to four years, this event combines music, laughter, and connection. Little ones will delight in singing, dancing, and silly rhymes that spark joy and foster development, while grown-ups can savor coffee and treats in great company.

This is a wonderful opportunity to bond with your child and reconnect with fellow alums.

Space is limited, so don’t wait! Click here to reserve your spot today and get ready for a morning of fun and growth.

We can’t wait to see you there!

KEEP UP WITH BRANKSOME

Spirit Week 2025

In recent years, Branksome Hall students have gathered together to create cheers and lip syncs that celebrate their spirit. Click below to see the students show off their Branksome Hall pride and creativity in this year's performances.

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Slingshot Registration

Registration is now open for Branksome Hall’s Slingshot Innovation Academy summer programs, designed to inspire bold thinking and innovation in young minds aged 13–16. In collaboration with top global startup incubators DMZ and AI experts from SureStart, participants will explore AI technologies, develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills, and build prototypes while working alongside industry mentors to tackle real-world challenges.

Programs run from July 7–18 and August 11–22.

Special Offer: Register by February 14 to receive $200 off your program fee! Use discount code SLINGSHOTSUMMER25 at checkout.