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Meet Our Graduates
Graduates from the Class of 2026 were accepted at the following high schools and will attend those schools in bold:
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School (2)
Bishop McNamara High School (2)
Bryn Mawr School
Bullis School (11)
Choate Rosemary Hall (2)
Connelly School of the Holy Child
Edmund Burke School
Episcopal High School
Bishop McNamara High School (2)
Bryn Mawr School
Bullis School (11)
Choate Rosemary Hall (2)
Connelly School of the Holy Child
Edmund Burke School
Episcopal High School
The Field School (2)
Flint Hill School
Flint Hill School
Georgetown Day School
Georgetown Preparatory School
Gonzaga College High School (2)
Groton School
The Hill School
Holton-Arms School (4)
Gonzaga College High School (2)
Groton School
The Hill School
Holton-Arms School (4)
John F. Kennedy High School (IB Program)
Landon School
The Lawrenceville School
Loomis Chaffee School
The Madeira School
Maret School
Mercersburg Academy
Montgomery Blair High School (Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science Magnet Program)
National Cathedral School
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Phillips Academy Andover
Phillips Exeter Academy
Poolesville High School (Global Ecology Studies Magnet Program)
Landon School
The Lawrenceville School
Loomis Chaffee School
The Madeira School
Maret School
Mercersburg Academy
Montgomery Blair High School (Science, Mathematics, and Computer Science Magnet Program)
National Cathedral School
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Phillips Academy Andover
Phillips Exeter Academy
Poolesville High School (Global Ecology Studies Magnet Program)
The Potomac School
Richard Montgomery High School (IB Program)
Sandy Spring Friends School
Sidwell Friends School
St. John's College High School
St. Mark's School
St. Paul's School
St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
Thomas S. Wootton High School
Walt Whitman High School (2)
Westtown School
Winston Churchill High School (2)
Richard Montgomery High School (IB Program)
Sandy Spring Friends School
Sidwell Friends School
St. Albans School (2)
St. Andrew's Episcopal School (5)St. John's College High School
St. Mark's School
St. Paul's School
St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
Thomas S. Wootton High School
Walt Whitman High School (2)
Westtown School
Winston Churchill High School (2)
The schools that are bolded are where our graduates have matriculated.
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CARTER
I can say with absolute certainty that of all the school communities I could be graduating with, I would choose Norwood every single time. Norwood is a truly unique community. Within a week of walking through the front doors, the people here made me feel like I had known them for years. It’s a place where you are not just a name on a list; you are part of a family.
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LILA
One thing that I love about Norwood is the community and how it connects to Norwood’s motto, “be known,” because everyone is so friendly, and everyone is definitely known. Norwood will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will use the valuable lessons that I have learned here throughout high school and beyond.
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ALYA
Norwood is a great place because everyone is friendly and you have tons of opportunities to try new things. Because of Norwood, I learned to not be afraid to voice my opinion or answer questions even if I’m not completely sure.
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SHELBY
Norwood has such a great community and so many opportunities to try new things. Because of Norwood, I learned to speak with confidence.
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ELIJAH
I love Norwood because it’s part of me. Norwood is a great school and helps build community. Because of Norwood, I learned how to love everyone.
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AVERY
Norwood is a great school and a loving community. Norwood students are welcoming and inclusive. I learned how to come to a new community, make new friends, and adapt. This is an important skill for high school, college, and beyond.
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AUSTIN
Norwood’s community is very kind and welcoming. It has been a great school, and the Norwood community has certainly changed me a lot for the better. Because of Norwood, I learned public speaking. I was originally very scared of speaking to crowds. Norwood has let me overcome that fear.
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CAMILLE
Norwood is truly a special place where your child will be known. I love Norwood because I have friends that I will cherish for a long time. Because of Norwood, I learned that you have to speak up for yourself no matter how scared you are.
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RYAN
If you want a small, supportive community that makes sure everyone gets what they need, Norwood is the place for you. Coming here from public school in sixth grade was an easy adjustment, and despite an increased workload and leaving behind all my friends, I adapted so fast all my current friends thought I’d been at Norwood for years. No matter where you’re coming from, you’ll always have a place at Norwood.
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LAUREN
I think one of the special things about Norwood is that it never really feels like you’re just passing through. Norwood’s motto “Be Known” is woven into every part of life here. It became a place where people knew our names, cared about our successes, and supported us through challenges. And that is something truly worth being grateful for.
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CADE
Norwood is a very good school because it encourages students to try their best and it pushes students to their limits. I love Norwood because of the teachers’ connections with the students. The teacher-student relationships are very strong because of how much the teachers truly care about their students.
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CHICKIE
Norwood is a good school is you want your child to be known. I love Norwood because everyone knows everyone.
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LAUREN
You can try many new things here and explore who you are. Because of the environment at Norwood, I feel like I was able to find myself and gain self-confidence. I’ve learned many skills from my time here and found who I was through encouragement from my peers and teachers.
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YOSH
If you want a place where your child will thrive, make lasting memories, learn from amazing teachers, and have numerous experiences, Norwood is the right place for you. As I look toward high school, I don’t want a path of least resistance. I want to push my boundaries. I refuse to be a finished product; I am a work in progress, fueled by a commitment to never stop growing.
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TAYLOR
Norwood has prepared me for what is ahead and to believe in myself. It is going to be so hard to say goodbye, but I know those friendships will last a lifetime. Thank you, Norwood, for helping me grow up and teaching me that how you lead your life truly does matter.
The ringing of the Norwood Bell is a common sound during the school day. It signifies the end of recess and time to return to class. Lower schoolers (and we suspect some middle schoolers) enjoy the opportunity to ring the bell with permission from their teacher. On graduation day, it is a tradition that each eighth grader ring the bell one last time (pictured in the photos above) before the ceremony begins.
Located in Bethesda, MD, Norwood School develops students in grades PK-8 into confident lifelong learners who have the academic, character, and leadership skills to succeed in high school and beyond. Recognizing that children are multi-faceted, Norwood provides many opportunities for safe risk-taking, exploration, discovery, and growth in a nurturing, supportive, and inclusive school community.
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