Films by Sara Kate Burnett '22, Callie Oehmler '20, Mischa White '21, Caroline Couch '20, Eliza Kamara '21, and Paige Patteson '19 (not pictured) were selected for the Indie Memphis Youth Film Fest.
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Hutchison had SIX student films selected for the Indie Memphis Youth Film Fest, more than any other school in Memphis!
Hutchison girls made a strong showing at the annual Indie Memphis Youth Film Festival. "Power Thru" by Eliza Kamara '21 and "Common Interest" by Callie Oehmler '20 were each selected for an audience award in their respective categories.
Indie Memphis staff gave awards for outstanding achievements in particular areas, including Outstanding Performance to Becket Monaghan '19 for her role in Callie’s film "Common Interest" and an award for Production Design to Caroline Couch '20 and her co-creators for their film "Constitution", which was developed during their participation in the Indie Memphis CrewUp Youth Mentorship program.
Hutchison had a total of six entries selected for screening, more than any other school! Other young Hutchison filmmakers whose films were showcased this weekend include Mischa White '21 for "Always Watching," Sara Kate Burnett '22 for "Dear Parker," and Paige Patteson '19 for "Unsolved."
Little Hive teachers Ms. Hollingsworth and Ms. Aguilar followed our youngest girls’ interest in the weather to expand their scientific knowledge and various skills, from creativity to storytelling to fine motor skills.
For her senior myExperience project, Haley Floyd ’25 combined her love of animals with a deep concern for the mental health of young women. Haley launched Pause for Paws, an initiative that brought therapy dogs to campus to offer comfort and connection. She received a 10<20 Youth Impact Award from “Memphis Parent” magazine for her work.
In these student-led R.E.A.L. discussions, our fourth graders sharpen their conversation skills while learning to support their ideas with evidence and think critically.
Through years of theatre, dance, music, and leadership in the arts, Chloe Simpson ’25 found confidence, community, and her voice. From the stage to the classroom, she embraced every opportunity to grow as a performer, student, and civic thinker.
Maggie’s interest in environmental science and forestry has grown through hands-on learning, inspiring mentors, and community involvement. After 15 years at Hutchison, she’s ready to turn her curiosity and love for learning into real-world impact.
Hutchison Now highlights graduates early in their careers who embody how a Hutchison education can lead anywhere you can imagine. We spoke with Mallory Mullis '18, Manager of Leadership Programs at the Dallas Regional Chamber.
Hutchison world language students participated in the 2025 U of M Language Fair, sponsored by The University of Memphis Department of World Languages and Literatures. Demonstrating their knowledge of Spanish and Chinese, Hutchison had nine upper school girls win awards at the fair.
Yes, egg prices are high, according to our fifth graders’ research! Their Mean Monday activity tracking grocery store prices was highlighted on WREG News Channel 3.
Carpe diem! Demonstrating their enthusiasm for Latin and Roman culture, Hutchison had several students win awards at the Tennessee Junior Classical League Convention.