The Buzz

It's time for a mid year review of the core neuroscience concepts covered in our Learning and Brain series: from neuroplasticity, myelination, and the key roles of the hippocampus, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex in learning to deHaene's four pillars of attention, active engagement, consolidation, and error feedback.

Proctor en Segovia students share their first impressions of adjusting to host family life and exploring their historic surroundings. Through daily walks past Roman aqueducts, Spanish conversations at home, and excursions to local landmarks, students embrace full cultural immersion.

As eight European Art Classroom students acclimate to life in their new home away from home alongside program directors Dave and Jen Fleming, they have begun to navigate the new culture they are surrounded by while finding unexpected comfort in unfamiliar surroundings.

Mountain Classroom students restarted their winter term with the Choctaw Nation, drawing inspiration from their resilience and thoughtfully crafted spaces to approach their own journey with intention and presence. Read Whistler '25's reflections!

The heart of the Proctor Girls Varsity Hockey program lies in its ability to unite players both on and off the ice, creating a supportive community that extends from the dining hall to the locker room. The 2024-2025 squad has proven they can compete at the highest level of prep school hockey while fostering an environment where players at every stage of their high school careers can develop and contribute.

Each student has their own journey, but students who are supported and challenged by their teachers simultaneously are positioned to develop an appreciation for high effort success.

Interim Head of School Steve Wilkins announces the standardization of classroom technology guidelines in the form of the Threshold Rule - a practice many teachers already successfully employ - while partnering with student leaders to foster healthier technology habits across campus and exploring potential future shifts.

From the dedicated ski area crew working through the night, to parent volunteers fueling athletes at the snack bar, to coaches carefully preparing the race course, any given race day at the Proctor Ski Area showcases how countless small acts create something extraordinary for our snow sports athletes

As we pause during this season of giving, we are reminded why Proctor matters. Through experiential education, integrated academic support, and meaningful relationships, Proctor helps students discover who they are, how they learn best, and who they can become.