Thinking globally is something we encourage our girls to do throughout their educational journeys. In middle school, thinking globally translates to the annual Model United Nations, a citywide event where students engage in civil discourse and open discussion of international issues through role play.
We know it is possible for young girls to make a difference on the global stage. Just this year, Time Magazine named 16-year-old activist Greta Thunberg its 2019 Person of the Year. We think it’s never too early to start thinking globally.
At the annual Model United Nations this year, our entire seventh grade, plus 25 eighth graders, represented 23 countries, tackling issues ranging from environmental threats in China to strengthening building codes in the Bahamas.
Of the 20 resolutions that advanced to the General Assembly, seven were proposed by Hutchison students. Hira Janjua, Ayrah Kashmiri, Shifa Qureshi, Ayden Allen, Ellye Carpenter, and Olivia Evans were recognized for Outstanding Resolutions.
The following students were named Outstanding Delegates:
Adela Calzada
Jordan Deupree
Annabelle Gary
Maggie Higginbotham
Emily Jackson
Lily Little
Sarah Dow McVean
Shifa Qureshi
We are very proud of the entire Hutchison Model United Nations delegation. Here are the seven delegations that advanced to General Assembly:
China: Resolution to Establish Better Air Quality and Creating a Better Environment
Joy Hillyer
Abigail Lafferty
Piper Wheaton
Bahamas: Improving Building Codes in the Bahamas
Ayden Allen
Ellye Carpenter
Olivia Evans
Somalia: Women’s and Children’s Education in Somalia
Hira Janjua
Ayrah Kashmiri
Shifa Qureshi
Kazakhstan: Ameliorating Radiation in Kazakhstan
Adela Calzada
Alyssa Johnson
Madison Lee
Sakshi Singh
Sierra Leone: Establishing Education for Pregnant Women to Increase Literacy Rate in Females
Anna Catherine Brickey
Hailey Litzsey
Miles Miller
Lila Murphey
Dominican Republic: Improving Employment in the Dominican Republic
Caroline Farmer
Anne Hartmann Lewis
Lindsay Robertson
Two delegations submitted outstanding resolutions:
Somalia: Women’s and Children’s Education in Somalia
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.