The Potomac School

Rain was in the forecast for September 7 – the first Friday of the new academic year at The Potomac School – but sunny skies prevailed, allowing the school's traditional Opening Assembly to be held outdoors as planned. The annual ceremony includes a procession of seniors and kindergartners, remarks of welcome, and the presentation of Potomac's Excellent Teaching Award. This year, something special and entirely new was added to these traditions: a ceremonial groundbreaking for the school's Center for Athletics and Community.

A vibrant group of 17 rising junior and senior French students, led by two US teachers, spent an active immersion week in Quebec this June. The group followed the Saint Lawrence River during their travels, making their way from Montreal to Tadoussac, and participating in a variety of activities.

Junior Achievement of Greater Washington recently announced the winners of its 2017 Junior Achievement Essay Competition. Potomac School senior Mike Grimes was selected as the second- place winner in Virginia. He will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship for this accomplishment.