What Admissions Should Be
Welcome to Drew! I hope as you take a look at our website you gain a real appreciation for Drew's vibrant learning community. This is a school that values your unique talents, skills, and interests and provides an exceptional environment for you to stretch yourself, connect, learn, grow and make an impact.
As you continue to explore Drew I think you will find that certain aspects of our school stand out and uniquely prepare you greatly for college and life beyond. As a graduate of Drew myself, I can tell you with confidence that these components of a Drew education make Drew what high school should be.
The opportunity to guide families through the admissions process and highlight the transformational experience and outstanding education at Drew is a distinct honor. We often talk about the importance of being known, finding and amplifying your voice, and making an impact here at Drew -- and we believe that process truly begins with the admissions journey. We want to get to know you and we want you to be in the driver seat of this next chapter. Be patient with yourself during this process, be curious, be open, and have some fun with it.
I look forward to partnering with you every step of the way. We are still accepting applications for the 25-26 school year for all grade levels. We encourage you to get started now by submitting an inquiry via Ravenna, scheduling a check-in call and campus tour.
Go Dragons!
Joanna Lovett ‘06
Drew News
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DEALL is Just Around the Corner!
MarComms Intern Lizzie S. '26 highlights the exciting upcoming DEALL Week at Drew, where students will engage in a variety of hands-on programs designed to foster communication, critical thinking, and global awareness. With 16 Bay Area and 5 overnight programs, students will explore topics ranging from animation at the Walt Disney Family Museum to criminal justice reform in Philadelphia. These immersive learning experiences are set to challenge students' perspectives and deepen their understanding of the world.Read More -
Drew School Welcomes Jacob Rivers as New Director of Equity and Social Impact
Drew School is delighted to announce the appointment of Jacob Rivers as our new Director of Equity and Social Impact, beginning this summer. This appointment is the culmination of a thorough search process conducted in partnership with Strategenius, one of the only BIPOC-owned search firms with deep ties to the independent school network.Read More -
Drew's mock trial team wraps up another successful season!
MarComms Intern Dylan S. '27 reports on Drew's Mock Trial team's most successful season yet, reaching semi-finals for the first time in program history. Under coach Jim Nickovich's guidance and team captains Max B. '25 and Madeline S. '25's leadership, the team competed against and defeated some of San Francisco's strongest schools, demonstrating remarkable growth in their legal reasoning and public speaking skills.Read More -
Students Take on the Howard Terminal: Eco-Friendly Proposals and Real-World Pitching
MarComms Intern Audrey C. ‘25 takes us inside a unique project where students from the Econ Honors and Marine Science classes are reimagining the future of the Howard Terminal in Oakland. Through a hands-on field trip and expert-led discussions, these students have crafted creative, environmentally-conscious proposals for transforming the 50-acre site. From Top Golf to a UC Berkeley campus extension, their ambitious ideas are now in the spotlight as they await feedback from real-world experts.Read More -
Drew Shanti Alliance Attends the 7th Annual Hawai'i DEI Conference in Oahu
Read MoreStudents from Shanti Alliance—Drew’s social justice leadership group—had the incredible opportunity to attend the 7th Annual Hawai'i Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Conference in Oahu, Hawaii over Mid-Winter Break. This immersive two-day event, hosted at Le Jardin Academy, provided an invaluable experience for students and educators to engage in discussions around the theme “Cultivating and Growing Our Spheres of Belonging.” The conference aimed to deepen participants’ understanding of how identity, equity, and inclusion intersect to create more supportive, inclusive school communities. -
Drew Hosts 2025 Global Summit on Climate Education
Drew School recently welcomed more than 100 climate educators from around the world for the 2025 Global Summit on Climate Education, a groundbreaking conference focused on empowering students and educators in the era of climate change. The two-day summit, held February 7-8, was organized by the Global Education Benchmark Group (GEBG) in partnership with the Klingenstein Center and hosted here at Drew School in San Francisco.Read More -
Lunar New Year at Drew School
MarComms Intern, Charlotte M. '25, reflects on Drew School's annual Lunar New Year celebration, where students and faculty came together to honor the traditions of the holiday through interactive activities, cultural displays, and educational experiences. From the Nian Gao cake to traditional clothing displays, Charlotte highlights the excitement and sense of community that filled the day, with students embracing the opportunity to share and celebrate diverse cultures.Read More -
Global Experience, Local Flavor: Marisa Williams’ Sol Bakery Pop-Up in SF
Marisa Williams '03, a talented pastry chef with experience at top SF bakeries like Tartine and Neighbor Bakehouse, has worked across the globe, from Copenhagen’s Mirabelle to Berlin’s Sofi Bakery. Now back in San Francisco, she runs Sol Bakery, a pop-up at Neighbor Bakehouse offering seasonal, artisanal pastries.Read More -
From Drew School to the Olympic Stage: Alexander Massialas' Inspiring Journey from Student Athlete to U.S. Olympian and Beyond
MarComms Intern, Audrey C. '25, interviews Drew alumni, Alexander Massialas '12, who shares his journey from a young fencing prodigy to a three-time U.S. Olympian and silver medalist. In this interview, Alexander reflects on his Olympic experiences, his time balancing academics and athletics at Drew, and how his dedication to the sport shaped his career. Now the head coach at Stanford, Alexander’s story continues to inspire future generations of fencers.Read More -
Broadcast Media Class Meets Girls Volleyball
Read MoreDrew School's Broadcast Media students kicked off the year with an exciting live stream of the girls' varsity volleyball game. From behind-the-scenes setup to on-air commentary, our budding producers brought the action to screens across the Drew community. Read about this hands-on learning experience from MarComms Intern, Lizzie S. '26! -
Annual Wellness Summit Focuses on Sleep and Mental Health
Bring Change 2 Mind, Drew's student-run mental health awareness club, hosted its annual Wellness Summit.Read More -
Stories We Inherit, Stories We Pass Down, Stories that Empower Change
Students from the Shanti Alliance, Drew’s social justice leadership group, spent part of the February Break attending a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Conference at Mid-Pacific Institute and Le Jardin Academy on Oʻahu.Read More -
Robotics Rises to the Challenge
Read MoreDrew's very own robotics team is gearing up for its 3rd competition season! -
The Drew Conversation Series Featuring Denise Pope
The Drew Conversation Series is a series dedicated to bringing voices of impact-minded leaders, creators, and activists to the community to spark meaningful conversations. Drew is excited to share the first speaker of 23-24 school year; Denise Pope, Co-Founder of Challenge Success.Read More -
Fall Gallery Walk and Concert
Drew's vibrant art and music programs were on full display at our Fall Gallery Walk and Concert.Read More -
Saya McKenna to Serve as Head of Drew School in 2024-2025
Our current Assistant Head for Academics, has accepted our invitation to succeed David Frankenberg and serve as our new Head of Drew School, effective July 1, 2024.Read More -
From Drew School to Tuscany: A Cyclist's Journey
As we approach the conclusion of 2023, let's take a moment to reflect on Sean's Strachan '23 outstanding victory at the Oakland Grand Prix, where he secured the esteemed title of the 2023 NCNCA Grit Champ.Read More -
Distinguished Alumnus Ricky Gonzalez '17 Inspires 10th-Grade Students in Engaging Alumni Speaker Series
Distinguished alumnus Ricky Gonzalez '17 recently visited our 10th-grade students, reflecting on his senior year at Drew.Read More -
Drew School's Commitment to Equity and Social Impact
The Drew community recently participated in a series of impactful and thought-provoking events centered around equity and social impact.Read More -
Managing Student Stress: Strategies for a Successful Semester
Read MoreAs we navigate the challenges of the fall semester, it's crucial to address an issue that affects students of all ages: stress. With assignments piling up, extracurricular commitments becoming more demanding, and seniors facing the intensifying college application process, it's not uncommon for stress levels to rise. Consequently, students need to learn how to manage this stress effectively.
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