Our Stories
Short of attending Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School, the best way to understand what happens here is to see it through the eyes of the Kirby community. Students love the opportunities they’re offered; faculty love the chance to share their passions with engaged students; and parents love knowing that their children are energized by the environment and cared about by their teachers.
See our school through the experiences of those who know and love it best. These are only a few of our stories, but together they illustrate the intellectual curiosity, the accepting community, and the dynamic interplay of students, teachers, and families that characterize what one student calls our “love of learning.”
All videos were created by Jeff House and students in the Communications Corps: Adriana (Class of 2014), Eleanor (Class of 2014), Brian (Class of 2012), and Jason (Class of 2014).
Featured video:
Why I Go to Kirby
“The Teachers Know You”
Art student Analise explains how the personal attention she receives from her attentive art instructors at Kirby has increased her love of art.
“I Came Here to Win”
Eighth grader Oscar and senior Alecia explain why they prefer sports at Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School.
“State-of-the-art Recording”
Songwriter and musician Devin describes what he loves about the recording facilities available to middle school and high school students at Kirby.
“It’s the Food”
Middle schooler Olivia explains why she loves the fresh and local foods prepared by the in-house chefs.
“Caring Teachers”
Sixth grader AnaLea explains how the teachers at Kirby make sure every student is heard.
Why I Went to Kirby
“Opportunities”
Alumna Jess Wise, director and co-owner of Spinning Owls Productions, explains how Kirby prepared her for her career in film.
Why My Children Go to Kirby
“Love of Learning”
Amy Hemmert explains why her children, Dana and Brian, love attending Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School.
“They’re Completely Prepared”
Enid Brock describes how her three daughters have received a rigorous, academic education at Kirby.
Why I Teach at Kirby
“Small Classes”
English Department Chair Jeff House explains how classrooms averaging 12 students improve the effectiveness of writing instruction.
“Music Throughout Their Lives”
Music teacher Drew Lewis details why he loves teaching music to Kirby students.
“Competitive Sports”
Athletic Director Abby Christopher talks about her favorite part of Kirby’s sports program.
“Sharing Artifacts”
History teacher Kirstin Olsen explains how she integrates her love of artifacts into her curriculum.
“Another Set of Eyes”
Academic Counselor Christy Hutton explains the many ways Kirby watches over its students’ academic performances.
