Middle School Science Teacher Recognized by National Geographic
Dr. Becky Deehr, middle school science teacher at Hutchison, was featured as the Educator of the Week on the National Geographic blog in early January.
National Geographic reached out to Dr. Deehr to be featured in the Educator Spotlight as a Female Environmental Superhero because of her innovative work in the classroom, specifically her capstone project for Earth Day with 7th grade girls that encompassed science and art while highlighting women's achievements. The purpose of the blog is to feature the work of great teachers and to inspire other readers with ideas for their own classrooms.
For the project, the girls each chose and researched one of the ten female environmentalists from an article found on A Mighty Girl website. Afterward, the girls created a superhero logo that represented the life and work of their female environmentalist.
Reflecting upon the girls' work, Dr. Deehr said, "The project allowed the girls to learn about ten very different women involved in environmental work. They recognized that women from around the world are important in science, and they saw how women have followed their passions to help tackle big problems."
Rising juniors who are part of four myExperience cohorts in Hutchison’s Institute for Responsible Citizenship – global civic engagement, entrepreneurship, STEM, and art and design – explored their respective fields of study on a trip to Miami.
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.