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Indian Creek School is a private, co-educational, nonsectarian day school for students age three through grade 12, located on two campuses in Crownsville, Maryland. Founded in 1973, Indian Creek School is distinguished by its welcoming community, neuroscience-based approach to education, ample opportunities for extra-curricular involvement, differentiated teaching, innovative faculty, student-centered culture and commitment to being a family school.

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"Broadway in Crownsville!" Newsies Earns Rave Reviews

"Newsies" stop the world!
Albert '19, Mullin '19, and Tator '20 Win Varsity Matches against Severn

Several Varsity Eagles won tennis matches on Tuesday, April 16, against Severn School.
Beauty of the Chesapeake Bay Captivates Seventh Grade

The Indian Creek Class of 2024 students got to [literally] immerse themselves in their Chesapeake Bay studies, as they took part in their highly-anticipated Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) trip!
Freshman Discover the Power of Culture

Freshman World History I students discovered the power of culture as key evidence of the process of civilization.
Eagles Prevail over Sabres 4-1

On Tuesday, April 16, the Indian Creek Varsity Baseball team travelled to Easton, Maryland, to face the Sabres of Saints Peter & Paul in an MIAA C-Conference faceoff.
VG LAX Earns Exciting Win over Beth Tfiloh 16-15
Charlotte Dickinson '21 Makes ICS Tennis History

Sophomore Charlotte Dickinson made Indian Creek Tennis history playing a two hour and 40 minute, record breaking singles match.
Incoming Head of School Learns Indian Creek History from Founder Anne Chambers

Incoming Head of School Booth Kyle traveled to Fairplay, Maryland, to spend time with Indian Creek Co-Founder and First Head of School Anne Chambers.
Creekers Enjoy "Healthy Kids Running Race" Series

On Sunday, April 7, several Indian Creek Lower School students participated in the first race of the “Healthy Kids Running Race” series, held at Anne Arundel Community College.
Indian Creek STEM Students Create 3-D Model of 1800’s Printing Press for "Newsies"

Indian Creek STEM Students Created a working 3-D Model of a 1800’s Printing Press for "Newsies."
Sammy Carter '20 Named Capital Gazette Athlete of the Week

Sammy Carter, Jr., Indian Creek, lacrosse
Sharks, Crabs, and other Bay Critters! Fifth Grade Studies the Biology of the Bay at Smithsonian Environmental Research Center

On Friday, April 5, the Indian Creek School Class of 2026 experienced a fifth grade rite of passage
Girls 6-8 LAX Soars to Victory Over AACS

Our Creek 6-8 Girls LAX team soared to a victory over AACS on Friday, April 5, with a final score of 8-6.
Nick Menendez '22 Named 2019 Maryland State U15 Bowling Champion

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that freshman Nick Menendez has won the 2019 Maryland State U15 Bowling Champion title.
Sunshine, Sea, and Service: Spring Break Puerto Rico

32 Indian Creek students, six faculty members, and one alumna enjoyed the experience of a lifetime, getting to know the history, ecology, and culture of Puerto Rico over Spring Break 2019!
6-8 Girls LAX Team Earns Big Win over St. Martin's

The Indian Creek Grades 6-8 Girls Lacrosse team had a big win against St. Martin’s at Weems Whalen field on Tuesday, April 2.
Everything [about Family Lego Night] is Awesome!

Pre-K 3 - sixth grade children, families, and faculty were invited to stay after school and play, imagine, and build on Tuesday, April 2, at our third annual Lower School Lego event.
Pre-K4 Students Try to Out-Hop a Red Kangaroo

The Pre-Kindergarten students learned that an adult male Red Kangaroo can jump 30 ft in a single hop.
Mrs. Heather DeBuse Receives 2019 WELead Women of Influence Award

Indian Creek School is proud to share that fourth grade teacher Heather DeBuse is the recipient of a 2019 WELead Women of Influence Award.
Upper Level World Language Students Study at National Gallery

Upper level French and Spanish students joined together to tour the National Gallery of Art and see firsthand the works of a variety of artists.
Sailing Team Competes at MDISA Maryland State Qualifier

Congratulations to our Eagles Sailors, who competed at the MDISA Maryland State Sailing qualifier this weekend at Tall Timbers Marina.
"Angst" Brings Assurance to Indian Creek

This Tuesday, March 26, Indian Creek sixth through twelfth grade students came together to view Angst, a film created to raise awareness around teen anxiety, presented by the ICS PTO in collaboration with the Counseling Department.
AP US History Students Experience The Great Depression

The realities of this period in U.S. History came to life for Mrs. Montgomery & Mr. Goetz’s AP US History students, as they simulated what it was like for a family to experience the Great Depression.
Senior Chi Chi Ukeje Selected to Share Original Poem with First Lady of Maryland Yumi Hogan

Over spring break, Indian Creek senior Chinyere (Chi Chi) Ukeje ’19, was hand-selected to read her original poem Beauty of a Black Woman for the First Lady of Maryland, Yumi Hogan.
'Radical Reactions,' Dinosaurs, and Electricity Captivate First Grade Students at Maryland Science Center

On Wednesday, March 27, the Indian Creek School travelled to the Maryland Science Center to explore their exhibits on dinosaurs, electricity, human body, and chemistry.
Alumnae Q & A: Janeé Rhone ’14 Coaches Lucy Baukhages ’18 at Frostburg State University

When Lucy Baukhages ’18 signed to play Women’s Lacrosse at Frostburg State University (FSU), she had no idea that one of her coaches, Janeé Rhone ’14, was a fellow Creeker!
Oil Spill at the Creek! Third and Fifth Grade STEM Students Reenact Environmental Disaster

As a part of a project-based learning experience for our third and fifth graders, students have learned about the devastation effects of environmental disasters.
Grades 6-8 Girls LAX Wins 10-5 on Opening Day

Opening day for the Eagles grades 6-8 Girls lacrosse team was a huge success!
Lawrence Fowler '22 Featured in Chronicle of the Horse Magazine as Maryland Horse Show Open Jumper Champion

Indian Creek freshman Lawrence Fowler was featured in the March 2019 issue of The Chronicle of the Horse.
Sailing Team Qualifies for MDISA Regatta

Our Eagles Sailors competed in the Varsity Fleet Race Regatta this week-end at DCA Sail Marina.
Travis Garnett ’21 and Evan Selmer ’21 Named to Rawlings and Perfect Game All-American Teams

Congratulations to Indian Creek sophomores Travis Garnett ’21 and Evan Selmer ’21, who were named to the Rawlings and Perfect Game Preseason All-American Teams.
Khalil Williams will leave a lasting impression on Indian Creek

“All the greatness was already in him. There was no hocus pocus or anything like that. Khalil is Khalil,”
Paige Wells '19 Named What's Up? Magazine Athlete Worth Watching

Paige Wells’ leadership skills are apparent when it comes to athletics.
Shaun Gerety '20 Named Capital Gazette Athlete of the Week

Shaun Gerety '20, Goalie VB LAX
Varsity Baseball Defeats Chapelgate 6-1

On Monday, March 25, the defending MIAA C Conference Champion Indian Creek varsity baseball team travelled to Marriottsville, Maryland, to take on the Hornets of Chapelgate Christian Academy, prevailing by a score of 6-1.
Elena Tator '23 Earns Highest Overall Score at Elite Dance Competition

On Saturday, March 23, Indian Creek eighth grade student Elena Tator won first place as part of a small group open category with her Studio 180 competitive dance team.
GOAL! Fourth Grade Scores with Entertaining Musical Performance

On Friday, March 15, the Lower School student body was treated to an entertaining production of the musical “Goal,” performed by the Class of 2027.
Kindergarten Classes Enchanted by Glen Echo Puppet Company's "Rapunzel"

The Indian Creek School Class of 2031 were enchanted by The Puppet Co. at Glen Echo Park's performance of "Rapunzel" on Thursday, March 14.
Samantha Bennett '24 Wins Pi Day with 210 Digits

Congratulations to all of our grades 6-8 Pi recitation classroom winners, and our 2019 Champions - 3rd place: Andrew Harris ‘25 (83 digits), 2nd place: Stephen Damm’23 (187 digits), and 1st place: Samantha Bennett ‘24, who recited 210 digits of pi!
Jay Krizan '20 Named 2019 Capital Gazette Outstanding Student Achiever

Justine “Jay” Krizan , Class of 2020, is a student whose creativity is highlighted in the rehearsal room, the classroom, and on the stage.
Maeve Drury '19 Recognized for "Caring for Cambodia" Efforts

Indian Creek senior Maeve Drury has been recognized by the Caring for Cambodia organization for her fundraising and awareness efforts to support the cause.
Reese Fortier '20 Named 2019 Capital Gazette Outstanding Student Achiever

Reese Fortier, Class of 2020, is a student who values her education and understands the importance of giving back to her community.
Sean Lonergan '20 Named 2019 Capital Gazette Outstanding Student Achiever

Sean Lonergan, Class of 2020, is a student who has high expectations for himself.
Upper School Celebrates Incredible Winter Athletics Season

On Wednesday, March 13, Indian Creek Upper School students, faculty, coaches, and parents came together to relive some highlights of the 2018-19 winter athletics season, and to honor the Equestrian team for their Inter-School Horse Show Championship Title repeat.
AIMS Commissions Olivia Boucher '21 Painting for New Headquarters

Indian Creek sophomore (and talented artist) Olivia Boucher was asked to create a painting to be displayed at the new headquarters of the Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS).
Interview with an Enigma: Rock Star Storm Large Visits Indian Creek

Storm Large could give high school students a great lecture.
Kamrynn Hobbs '23 Places in Top Ten at County Spelling Bee

Congratulations to Indian Creek eighth grade student Kamrynn Hobbs for placing in the Top Ten at the Anne Arundel County Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 2.
Mathletes Compete in Grueling 14 Hour MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge

Who would want to spend an entire day solving a single math problem, from sunrise to well after sunset?
NASA Engineer (and Great Grandfather) Major John Westberg Visits Third Grade

Indian Creek third grade student Max Ellinwood is not only related to his greatest hero - but he also got to introduce him to his entire class!
AP Literature Students Enjoy Chesapeake Shakespeare Company's "Henry IV, Part I"

A favorite hallmark of the Indian Creek experience for AP Literature students is the opportunity to take in a world class performance of one of the works of great playwright William Shakespeare each spring
Indian Creek Celebrates Black History Month

Black History Month presents a platform to highlight the struggles, triumphs, and achievements of millions of black Americans that comprise the history of our nation.
Eagles Equestrian Team Brings Home ISHS Championship Title for Second Year in a Row

Congratulations to our Eagles’ Equestrian Team for bringing home the Inter-School Horse Show (ISHS) Series Championship Title for the second year in a row!
Comeback Season Ends in Hard Fought MIAA Quarterfinals for Varsity Boys

Indian Creek's Varsity Boys Basketball team ended their season Tuesday, in an exciting, back and forth Quarterfinals Playoff game at Archbishop Curley High School.
Mr. Larson Represents United States in World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup in Hong Kong

Mr. Larson spent the long weekend in Hong Kong, where he represented the United States on the Men's Over 40 US Indoor Field Hockey team at the 2019 World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup.
Second Grade Enjoys Ballet Theatre of Maryland's "Snow White"

As a wonderful conclusion to their language arts unit on "Rich and Poor", the Indian Creek School Class of 2029 attended the Ballet Theatre of Maryland's opening performance of "Snow White."
Six Indian Creek Dancers Excel at Prestigious Kids Artistic Review Competition

Six Indian Creek dancers competed with their independent dance studios in the prestigious Kids Artistic Review (KAR) dance competition last weekend, held at Goucher College.
STEM Students 3D Print Prototype of Working 1899 Printing Press for "Newsies"

When challenged to create a working printing press, Indian Creek STEM students researched the historic machine, and brainstormed together to create a design that would work best for our upcoming grades 9-12 musical production of "Newsies."
Indian Creek Math Team Takes on the AMC 10/12

The afternoon of Thursday, Feb 7, the ICS Math Team took part in the AMC 10/12.
Key Club Inducts New Members

On Friday, February 8, the Indian Creek Key Club inducted 14 new members.
Melanie Morgan '30 Has All Star Dance Weekend

Congratulations to Indian Creek first grade student Melanie Morgan on a HUGE weekend of all-star dancing accomplishments.
Seniors Win 2019 Creek Cup Title

We are pleased to announce this year's Creek Cup Champions: The Class of 2019!
Washington fires buzzer-beater to lead Indian Creek over Severn in overtime

The Eagles (14-12) outlasted their county rival Admirals in overtime to keep their playoff hopes alive, 58-57.
Honoring our Varsity Girls Basketball Class of 2019

The Indian Creek School Girls Basketball Class of 2019 has carved a special place in the hearts and minds of the ICS community, as well as the record books.
Varsity Girls Basketball Wins IAAM Quarterfinal vs. Beth Tfiloh

The girls varsity basketball team won the first round of the IAAM playoffs at home on Wednesday, February 13, beating Beth Tfiloh 53-24.
Students Forge Personal Headlines at Middle School Diversity Conference

ICS seventh and eighth grade student representatives listened, processed, and enjoyed a day of personal growth at the Middle School Diversity Conference, hosted by the St. Andrews Episcopal School.
"The Kindergarten Transition - Is Your Child Ready?": Director of Early Childhood Barb Oglesbee Contributes to Chesapeake Family Magazine Article

Indian Creek Lower School Director of Early Childhood Barbara Oglesbee contributed to a recent article in Chesapeake Family Life Magazine, as an expert in Early Childhood Education.
Eagles Top St. Mary's 45-38

The Eagles came out on top in a close match up agains St. Mary's last night, with a final score of 45-38.
Jennifer Malachowski Named Interim Head of Lower School

Indian Creek is pleased to announce that Jennifer Malachowski has been appointed Interim Head of Lower School.
JV Girls Basketball Culminates Season with Win Over Key School

Congratulations to the Eagles JV Girls Basketball team for closing out a successful season last night with a decisive win over Key School.
Laila Ivey '22 Named to Pro-Volleyball's Frosh 59 List

Indian Creek Eagles Volleyball standout, Laila Ivey '22, has been named to the esteemed prepvolleyball.com FROSH 59 list.
Matthew McCormick Appointed Interim Head of Upper School

Indian Creek is pleased to announce that Matthew McCormick has been appointed Interim Head of Upper School.
Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society Inducts 11 Pioneering Members

On Tuesday February 5, Indian Creek held its very first induction ceremony for Mu Alpha Theta, which is an esteemed math honor society.
Washington National Cathedral Inspires Fourth Grade

After two inclement weather postponements, the Indian Creek School Class of 2027 was finally able to enjoy their highly anticipated field trip to the Washington National Cathedral on Tuesday, February 5
7/8 Girls Basketball Team Ends Season with 32-13 Win over Severn

The Grades 7 & 8 Girls Basketball team ended their season with an awesome victory against Severn School on Tuesday, February 5.
Art by Olivia Boucher '21, Ally Snead '19, and Tori Griffith '23 Featured at Walters Museum

Works by Indian Creek artists Olivia Boucher '21, Alliana Snead '19, and Victoria Griffith '23 were showcased at the AIMS Student Art Exhibition at the Walters Art Museum from January 23-February 3.
Alumna Profile: Sarah Gibson ’14 Pursues Career as Journalist

Sarah is now a Writing Associate at the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, a nonpartisan non-profit founded at the request of President Kennedy in 1963 to secure equal justice for all using the legal bar.
Creek Plunge Team Raises over $6,000 for Maryland Special Olympics

55 students (and four teachers) braved the frigid bay - and held the CREEK flag high - to raise over $6,000 for Maryland Special Olympics!
Mr. Crossman 'Shocks' Sixth Grade with Van de Graaff Demonstration

The Class of 2025 made some 'shocking' discoveries in Science class on Wednesday, January 30, as Director of Campus Connections (and former ICS Science teacher0 Brice Crossman visited with his Van de Graaff machine!
Ms. Allen '01 and Mr. Bear Present at Future of Education Technology Conference

Ms. Sarah Allen '01 and Mr. Bear traveled to Orlando, Florida, to share their expertise through several presentations at the Future of Education Technology Conference.
Sixth Grade Studies Factors that Influence Climate

Sixth grade students have been learning about factors that influence climate.
STEM Students Gather to View Super Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse

On Sunday, January 20, about 30 STEM students, faculty, and their families gathered on the blustery cold evening to catch a glimpse of the famously named "Super Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse."
Third Grade Brings Ancient Rome to Life at Independent Learning Day

The Indian Creek School third grade classrooms transformed into a scene from Ancient Rome on Thursday, January 31, as the Class of 2028 celebrated their Roman studies with an Independent Learning Day.
Alumni Matt Bucci ’12 and Ryan Baukhages ’14 to Join Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coaching Staff for 2019

Indian Creek School is pleased to announce that alumni Matt Bucci '12 anf Ryan Baukhages '14 will join the Eagles Varsity Lacrosse Coaching Staff this spring.
Confident, Energized, Inspired Leadership Displayed at Board Retreat

Saturday, January 12, was an inspiring day for Indian Creek School as the Board of Trustees held their annual retreat.
Alumna Profile: Corinne Woodson ’14, "From Chinchillas at ICS to Vet School!"

"From Chinchillas at ICS to Vet School!"
Finding Her Voice: Senior Chi Chi Ukeje Wins Award for Original Poem at Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition

Congratulations to ICS Senior Chi Chi Ukeje for a stellar performance at Saturday's regional Poetry Out Loud competition!
Indian Creek School Sells Evergreen Road Campus to Rockbridge Academy as Major Step in Campus Unification Master Plan

Indian Creek School and Rockbridge Academy are pleased to announce that on Wednesday, January 16, the sale of Indian Creek’s Lower School Campus (at 680 Evergreen Road) to Rockbridge Academy was finalized.
Students Represent Slovakia, Sweden, and NBA at Chantilly Model United Nations Conference

On January 11 and 12, six Upper School students, along with faculty Model United Nations (UN) advisors Chuck Goetz and Tom Sheppard, attended the Chantilly High School Model UN Conference (CHMUN) in Northern Virginia.
Varsity Girls Soccer Players Spread Cheer at Friendship Village

This Saturday, January 19, the Varsity Girls Soccer team reunited to spread some cheer to the residents of Friendship Village, a Senior Community run by the Catholic Charities of Baltimore.
Creek Community Comes Together to Support Mimi's Lemonade Stand

Winter weather did not stop the Indian Creek community from lining up for bright, sweet, lemonade for a cause close to our hearts this morning.
National Honor Society Inducts 28 New Members

28 students were inducted as new members of the Indian Creek School Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) on Wednesday, January 16.
College Alumni Return to Creek for Annual College Panel and Breakfast

On Friday, January 4, Creek alumni in college returned “home”
Jeremy Beauregard Named Director of Equity and Inclusion

Indian Creek School is pleased to announce that Jeremy Beauregard has been named Director of Equity and Inclusion to begin July 2019.
Julia Leavitt '23 Coached by Alumna Abby Snyder '06 in Lake Placid Skating ISI Championships

Indian Creek eighth grade student Julia Leavitt skated under the coaching guidance of alumna Abby Snyder '06 in the Lake Placid ISI Championships.
Kamrynn Hobbs '23 Wins ICS Spelling Bee

After many rounds, this word ("wastrels") determined eighth grader Kamrynn Hobbs to be the 2019 Indian Creek School Spelling Bee champion!
Sarah Allen '01 Named Director of Teaching and Learning

Indian Creek School is pleased to announce that Sarah Allen '01 has been named Director of Teaching and Learning to begin in July 2019.
Aiden Alexander '24 Wins Indian Creek Geo Bee

On Monday, December 17, the 11 finalists competed to determine the Indian Creek Geo Bee Champion who will go on to represent ICS at the county competition later this month.
Creek Alumni Reconnect Over Winter Break
Fifth and Sixth Grade Chorus Spread Holiday Cheer at Fairfield Nursing Center

On Monday, December 17, the Indian Creek Fifth and Sixth Grade Chorus visited the Fairfield Nursing and Rehab Center to spread some holiday joy.
Indian Creek Awarded AFCEA Kickstarter Grant to Support STEM Education

The Indian Creek Class of 2030 was honored to accept the Armed Forces Communication and Electronics Association Kickstarter Grant, providing the School's STEM program with almost $4,000 for initiatives focused on STEM related disciplines of science, technology, engineering and math.
Second Grade Engineers Undertake STEM GingerBuilding Challenge

The Class of 2029 enjoyed a delicious day of seasonal hands-on science, as they undertook the second grade Gingerbread Building Challenge.
Eagles Name Dan Jaindl as Varsity Tennis Coach

Indian Creek School is pleased to announce that Dan Jaindl has been named Varsity Tennis Coach.
Chi Chi Ukeje '19 Wins Indian Creek Poetry Out Loud Contest

On Friday, December 7, the Upper School student body gathered in the Jack and Nancy Becker Center for a favorite event of the year: Indian Creek School’s (ICS) 2018 Poetry Out Loud Recitation!
Eagles Equestrian Team Earns Championship in December Show
WBAL TV's Ava Marie Visits Indian Creek Kindergarten Meteorologists

WBAL TV’s Meteorologist Ava Marie visited Indian Creek on Friday, December 7, to talk to Kindergarten students about all things weather related.
"Best Lab Ever!" Third Grade Students Investigate Biology through Fish Lab

"Do we have oxygen masks?" "I'm trying really hard not to get grossed out." "This is the best STEM lab ever!"
¡Todos a una! 16 New Members Inducted into The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica

16 Indian Creek students were inducted into The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica.
Centerbrook Architects – Another Full Day of Community Engagement and Excitement

Thursday, December 6 was an exciting day for Indian Creek School! As Indian Creek continues on its campus unification journey.
CREEK Lower School Boys Team Wins First Game in Overtime

CONGRATULATIONS to our Eagles Lower School Boys Basketball team for winning their first game of the season in overtime!
Independence Hall! National Constitution Center! Jim's Cheesesteaks! The Class of 2024 enjoyed their trip to Philadelphia

Independence Hall! National Constitution Center! Jim's Cheesesteaks!
Indian Creek Girls Win Eagle Classic

The Indian Creek Eagles won the AACS Eagle Classic Championship last weekend.
Ms. Allen '01 and Mr. Bear Present at National Science Teachers Association Conference

Indian Creek faculty members Sarah Allen '01 and Ab Bear were invited to speak at the National Science Teachers Association Conference (NSTA) in National Harbor, MD, November 15-17.
Laila Ivey '22 and Sarah Hawes '21 Named to All-Anne Arundel County Volleyball Team

Indian Creek is proud to announce that freshman Laila Ivey has been named to the 2018 All-Anne Arundel County first Volleyball team and sophomore Sarah Hawes has been named to the 2018 All-Anne Arundel County second Volleyball team.
Maddy Evans '19 Named Baltimore Sun High School Athlete of the Week

Indian Creek Senior Maddy Evans is named the Baltimore Sun's High School Athlete of the Week for the week of December 5, 2018.
Bella Hartman '25 Awarded First Place in Nature Quest Art Contest

Indian Creek sixth grade student Bella Hartman won first place in the Prince George's County Department of Parks & Recreation / Maryland State Arts Council Nature Quest Art contest on Sunday, December 2.
Junior Class Witnesses Legal Process First-Hand through Schools in the Court Program

The Indian Creek School Class of 2020 recently visited the District Court in Annapolis to learn about the legal, financial, and sometimes devastating consequences of making poor choices.
Kara Mathews and Paige Wells Commit on Fall Signing Day

Indian Creek School is pleased to announce that seniors Kara Mathews and Paige Wells committed to the colleges of their choice on Fall Signing Day 2019
Trees vs. Humans: Seventh Grade Conducts Energy Balance Study

On Wednesday, November 28, Indian Creek seventh grade Life Science students conducted research on the energy balance between trees and humans.
Bay Studies take Third Grade Classes to Annapolis Maritime Museum

It’s was all about the bay as the Class of 2028 enjoyed boat building, identifying oyster reef animals, dress-up as a fisherman & hand tonging, and oyster dissection at the Annapolis Maritime Museum on Wednesday, November 28.
Coach Selmer Named Maryland State Association of Baseball Coaches Coach of the Year

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that Varsity Baseball Coach Matt Selmer has been named a Coach of the Year by the Maryland State Association of Baseball Coaches
National Art Honor Society Inducts Eight New Members

On Thursday, November 29, eight Upper School students took the pledge to appreciate and add beauty to the world around them as they were inducted into the Indian Creek National Art Honor Society.
Sailing Into Oblivion: Sailor Jerome Rand Shares Awe-Inspiring Story with Upper School Students

“His story was awe-inspiring."
Thanksgiving in Early Childhood: An Immersion Experience
Varsity Girls Basketball Opens Season with Emphatic Win over Gerstell

The Indian Creek Varsity Girls Basketball team kicked off their season at home on Tuesday, November 27, with an emphatic win over, B conference, Gerstel Academy.
Alex Owen '29 Welcomes Holidays with Junior Redskin Cheerleaders

Indian Creek second grade student Alexandra Owen kicked off the holiday season by performing with her troupe of Junior Redskin Cheerleaders in the Reston Holiday Parade on Friday, November 23.
Sisle '19 and O'Connell '22 Make Chessie Varsity Hockey Team

Big Creek Congrats go out to Indian Creek freshman Edmond O'Connell and senior Joey Sisle who made the Chessie Varsity Hockey team.
Upper School Honors Outstanding Fall Athletes

On Thursday, November 15, Indian Creek Upper School students, faculty, coaches, and parents held a special assembly to honor our Outstanding Fall Athletes and celebrate our Volleyball Team's IAAM Championship in their inaugural season!
"A History Teacher's Dream!" Ms. Montgomery Pursues Professional Development in China

Upper School Humanities teacher Tonya Montgomery is experiencing the trip of a lifetime, as she has travelled to China to train for her role in leading the June 2019 Indian Creek trip to New Zealand, Australia, and Fiji.
“Breathtaking.” “Completely Captivating.” “Jaw Dropping.” “Brilliantly Mesmerizing.” Indian Creek’s Lost in Yonkers Receives Rave Reviews

The cast and crew Neil Simon’s “Lost in Yonkers” did Indian Creek proud last weekend, as they performed what has been lauded as one of the finest high school plays the Baltimore area has seen in years
p = m/V: Student Immersed in Density Lesson

Fifth grade science classes have been learning about mass, volume and density.
TOPICS Troupe Tackles the Great Works of Neil Simon

On Friday, November 9, the troupe held a special dinner theater event before opening night of the play, where they presented comedic scenes from Simon's works.
Alumnus Profile: Sunny Chhatani ’14 Focuses on the Sweet Side of Success

“ICS set me up for a successful career in college, both academically and athletically.”
Indian Creek Mathletes Take First Place at AACC Competition

The Indian Creek School Math Team took first place at Saturday's Anne Arundel Community College Math competition
Kindergarten Students Explore the National Museum of the American Indian

What fun our Kindergarten students had on Thursday, November 8, on their trip to the National Museum of the American Indian!
Seniors Anchor Cross Country Squad at McDaniel College Meet

The Eagles Cross Country Team wrapped their 2018 campaign with a rigorous meet on McDaniel College's cross country course
Sophia O'Connell '25 Raises Funds for Cancer Research through "October Saves" Goalie Challenge

Indian Creek School is proud of sixth grade student Sophia O'Connell, who participated in the "October Saves" Goalie Challenge through her Metro Maple Leafs travel hockey team last month.
Wonders of ICS!

The Indian Creek School Class of 2026 took their studies of the novel Wonder by R.J. Palacio to new heights, as they embarked on their own “Wonders of ICS” project.
Innovation Fuels Progress at Third Grade Baltimore Museum of Industry Visit

The Indian Creek School Class of 2028 learned how innovation fuels progress, as the Baltimore Museum of Industry came to the Evergreen Campus for an in-house field trip, on Wednesday, November 7.
Thank You, Veterans.

Indian Creek students, faculty, and staff had the opportunity to thank over 35 service members in a Veterans Day Assembly on Friday, November 9.
2018 Lower School Pumpkin Decorating Contest

The Lower School Student Government Association celebrated the fall season by hosting a Pumpkin Decorating Contest for Lower School students.
AIMS Historically Black Colleges and Universities Seminar Engages Indian Creek Students

“My two Creekers were most stuck by the overwhelming feeling that HBCU's 'Love students of color into success.'
Alumna Profile: Alex Morris ’14 is Elated Over Elasmobranchs

Indian Creek alumna Alex Morris ’14 loves elasmobranchs, or the family of cartilaginous fish that includes sharks, skates, and rays.
Arija Martin '21 Named Chesapeake Family Life 2018 Standout Student

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that Arija Martin '21 has been named a Chesapeake Family Life 2018 Standout Student.
Eagles Equestrian Team Clinches Second Show Win of Season

Congratulations to the Varsity Equestrian team for clinching their second show win this season!
French Honor Society Shares "The French Connection"

Indian Creek's French Honor Society celebrated National French Week 2018 by hosting the Upper School assembly on Tuesday, November 6.
Local Tribesman Keith Colston Brings Kindergarten Native American Studies to Life

The Kindergarten classes welcomed local tribesmen, Keith Colston, on Tuesday, November 6, to bring their Native American studies to life.
Lower School Students Spread Cheer at Fairfield Nursing Home

As part of our Fall Club session, seven third and fourth grade students have been visiting Fairfield Nursing and Rehab Center to spread cheer to the residents.
Pre-K4 Travels the Globe through Fairy Tales

Over the past month, Pre-K 4 has been traveling the globe and learning about different fairy tales.
Design Workshop – Fostering Creativity, Collaboration, and Engagement

Thursday evening, November 1, Centerbrook Architects hosted its first of two Design Workshops, as Indian Creek embarks on its Campus Unification journey.
Indian Creek's "Lost in Yonkers" Not to Be Missed Next Weekend!

If you are looking to laugh and be thoroughly impressed at the accomplishments of Indian Creek's grades 9-12 actors at the same time, you need to attend their production of Neil Simon’s Lost in Yonkers next weekend.
Khiyon Washington '20 Nominated for National Phenom Basketball Camp

Indian Creek congratulations junior Khiyon Washington on being nominated to attend the 2019 National Phenom Basketball Camp.
Creepy Creek Haunts the Upper School for Even Scarier Fun

On Friday, October 26, the Tri-M Music honor society held their annual Creepy Creek event, in which they create a terrifying, haunted house-style tour to provide Halloween fun for the community.
National Art Honor Society Students Celebrate Halloween with First Grade Students for a Good Cause

Creek Connections were in full force as Lower School families invited three Upper School National Art Honor Society members to join the younger students to paint faces at a Halloween party for a good cause.
Pre-K4 and Kindergarten Students go Bats for "StellaLuna" at Autumn Immersion Day

Our Pre-K4 and Kindergarten classes celebrated the Autumn season with their first immersion day of the 2018-19 school year on Friday, October 26.
Take One: Indian Creek Wins Volleyball Championship In First Season

It was a storybook finish for the Eagles, who were playing their first season of varsity volleyball after starting as a club team last season.
Anne Arundel County Fire Department Teaches Lower School Students Fire Safety

Special thanks to the Anne Arundel County Fire Department for visiting Indian Creek to teach Lower School students about Fire Safety.
Class of 2023 Tackles Suspension Bridge, Ropes Course, and 40-Mile-Per-Hour Winds in Genesee Valley Fun

The motto of Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center in Parkton, Maryland, is “a place to grow” and the Indian Creek School Class of 2023 took this challenge to heart during their camping trip October 17-19.
Creek Math Team Places Second in AACC Math Competition

On Saturday, September 20, the ICS Math Team took second place in the Anne Arundel Community College Math Competition.
Dr. Tommy Queen ’97 Pursues Lifelong Love of Science

As a sixth grade student in Mrs. Joan Sanders’ science class, Tommy Queen ’97 experienced a spark which led to a love of science. Today, Dr. Queen practices medicine in Colorado, focusing on therapeutic gastroenterology.
Kindergarten Explorers Journey in quest of Upper School Treasure

Our Kindergarten explorers embarked upon an adventure on Wednesday, October 24, discovering the new world of the Upper School!
Indian Creek Hosts Middle School Cross Country Championships

Indian Creek School was proud to host the Chesapeake Co-Op Middle School Cross Country Championship Meet on Wednesday, October 24.
"Stay Gold, Pony Boy." 7th Grade Honors "Outsiders" with Greasers vs. Socs Day

On Friday, October 19, the Class honored the classic novel with a much-anticipated "Outsiders Day" celebration.
AP U.S. History Students Explore Mount Vernon as Primary Source for Colonial Studies

On Wednesday, Oct. 17, students in the AP U.S. History class visited George Washington's Mount Vernon, in Mt. Vernon, Virginia, as part of their study of the colonial and revolutionary periods.
CREEK Volleyball Continues to Amaze On and Off the Court

What a season for ICS Volleyball! Our Eagles continue to impress, both on and off the court
Annabelle Derrick '21 Bakes Best of Show at County Fair

Indian Creek congratulates sopohmore Annabelle Derrick for winning three first place ribbons, one second place ribbon, and the Best of Show ribbon in the baked goods category at the Anne Arundel County Fair this fall.
Eagles Athletes Bring Positivity and Integrity from IAAM Leadership Conference

Eagles athletes Reese Fortier ’20, Sonia Homick ’20, and Kendyl Underwood ‘20, along with Field Hockey Coach Taylor Dalisera and Athletic Director Tyler Larkin, attended the Sixth Annual IAAM Leadership Conference on Wednesday, October 1, at Roland Park Country School in Baltimore, Maryland.
Goats, Pumpkins, and a Fairy Tale Playground: Pre-K Enjoys Clark's Elioak Farm

Indian Creek School Pre-Kindergarten enjoyed a perfect fall day on Wednesday, October 18, as they got to explore Clark's Elioak Farm in Ellicott City, Maryland
Grades 6-8 Field Hockey Ends Season with Win over Severn

The Grades 6-8 Field Hockey Team ended their season on a high note on Tuesday, October 16, with a 5-4 win over Severn School
Hannah Elliott '15 Named Audacious Student Leader at Tulane University
Indian Creek Board of Trustees Announces New Head of School

The Indian Creek School (ICS) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Booth Kyle will be the next Head of School at Indian Creek.
Three Indian Creek Seniors Named National Merit Commended Scholars

Indian Creek congratulates our 2018 National Merit Commended Scholars Liam Lonergan, Ryan Oberteuffer, and Alliana Snead.
Eagles Come from Behind to Defeat Warriors 2-1

The Varsity Boys Soccer Team got back on a winning track with a 2-1 come-from-behind victory over the Warriors of Beth Tfiloh on Monday, October 15.
Girls' Night Out Provides Friday Night Fun for Seventh through Twelfth Grade Students

The Indian Creek Equity and Inclusion Team sponsored a Girls’ Night Out event for Upper School students on Friday, October 5.
Paying for College: Indian Creek welcomes a Financial Aid Expert to Campus

On Monday, October 8, over 100 Indian Creek parents welcomed a financial aid expert to campus.
Tri-M Music Honor Society Inducts 10 New Members

During the Upper School Assembly on Monday, October 8, the Tri-M Music Honor Society inducted 10 new members.
Alston Georges '22 Named 2018 Young Cultural Ambassador

Congratulations to Indian Creek freshman Alston Georges who was chosen to serve as a 2018 Young Cultural Ambassador through the American Turkish Association of Washington, DC.
Varsity Boys Soccer Defeats Jemicy 5-0

On Thursday, October 4, the Indian Creek Varsity Boys Soccer team defeated Jemicy 5-0 behind a brace of goals from freshman Sudan Wilson-Gumbs and a goal and two assists by junior Michael Mercer.
Varsity Soccer Captains Lead Conversation about what Sportsmanship Means to an Eagles Athlete

What is Sportsmanship? Varsity Soccer Team Senior Captains Collin Brown, Ronan Fanning, and Carter Mullin held a conversation with the Upper School student body on Tuesday, October 2, to share ideas about not just the definition of the word "Sportsmanship," but specifically what this quality means at the Creek.
"Literacy and Coding: A Perfect Match!" Ms. Allen '01 and Mr. Bear Lead AIMS Workshop

Indian Creek teachers are known as innovators, and on Wednesday, October 3, First Grade teacher Sarah Allen '01, and Lower School STEM teacher Ab Bear shared their practice with professionals from peer schools as they led an AIMS workshop called "Literacy and Coding: A Perfect Match!"
“So You Want to Start a Revolution!”

Sons of Liberty, Committees of Correspondence, and underground networks of frustrated colonists all came to life this week in Mr. Brad Woodward’s seventh grade American History class.
First Grade Students Create and Code "Strega Nona" Magic Pasta Pots

First Grade Students Create and Code "Strega Nona" Magic Pasta Pots.
Indian Creek Classes of 2025 and 2024 Continue Partnership with The Light House of Annapolis

Indian Creek School is thrilled to continue our partnership with the Light House Shelter, an organization that provides both support and prevention for homelessness in the Annapolis area
Lower School Celebrates International Day of Peace

Indian Creek Lower School students came together at Friday's Assembly to observe the International Day of Peace.
Parent Volunteers Raise Record Funds for Athletics Program at Renn Fest

Our Amazing Parent Volunteers raised just shy of $7,000 for the Eagles Athletics program at the Renn Fest last weekend.
Simone Brown '20 Earns Division Champion at First Equestrian Show

The Varsity Equestrian team had a successful season opener in the rain last Sunday, September 23.
33 Indian Creek Students Named AP Scholars

Last Spring, 125 Indian Creek students took 272 Advanced Placement (AP) exams in 20 different AP courses. Of these students, 33 have been recognized as 2018 AP Scholars.
Sailors Soar at First Varsity Regatta

The ICS Sailors had an awesome -and windy- first Varsity Regatta on Saturday, September 22.
Lower School Elects 2018-19 Student Government Officers
Ciaran Lesikar Hired as Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that Ciaran Lesikar has been hired as Head Coach of the Varsity Girls Basketball team.
Eagles Runners Conquer 'Death Hill' at First 6-8 XC Meet

The Eagles kicked off the 2018 Cross Country season in style on Thursday, September 20, with a successful first meet at Rockbridge Academy!
Eagles Slay Dragons: Varsity Field Hockey Wins 1-0

A strong defensive stop in the midfield led to a counter attack which saw Maddie Evans '19 reward the hard work of Colleen Shrum '19, setting Shrum up at the top of the circle from where she deftly slid the ball past a strong Dragon's keeper putting the Eagles ahead 1-0.
Varsity Boys Soccer Earns 8-0 Win Over Christo Rey

The Indian Creek Varsity Boys Soccer team earned an 8-0 victory over Cristo Rey Jesuit School at Patterson Park in Baltimore yesterday.
Indian Creek Class of 2021 Helps to Provide 5738 Meals through Food Bank of New York City

The ICS Class of 2021 spent the morning of Thursday, September 13, on what many students considered the highlight of the trip: volunteering at the Food Bank For New York City.
Kaitlyn Kokoski '19 Interns with Naval Academy Football Team

Senior Kaitlyn Kokoski spent her summer break serving as an intern with the Naval Academy Football Athletic Training team.
Keeping Students Safe: How SAGE Dining Handles Food Allergies at Indian Creek School

SAGE Dining’s first priority is keeping our students safe and healthy.
Maxwell Morgan '28 Places at PGA Tournament

Congratulations to Indian Creek third grade student Maxwell Morgan, for placing fourth at his first PGA Junior Golf Tournament last weekend!
The Class of 2021 Takes New York City!

The Indian Creek School Class of 2021 took Manhattan – and the rest of New York City, during their 2018 Class Trip!
Grades 7 & 8 Elect Student Government Officers

14 charismatic candidates from the seventh and eighth grades campaigned for student government office.
First Annual STEM Supper Brings 100 CREEK Scientists Together

Over 100 Indian Creek students, faculty, and families came together at the Patuxent River 4H Center in Upper Marlboro, MD, on Friday, September 7, for our first annual STEM Supper.
Eagles Field Hockey Dominate Roadrunners 5-0

The Indian Creek Eagles went on the road the evening of Monday, September 10, to gain a win over the Elizabeth Seton Roadrunners, 5-0.
Indian Creek Notches First-Ever Volleyball Win

The Eagles wrote the first chapter of Indian Creek volleyball history when they recorded the first win in school history with a victory over Beth Tfiloh.
Indian Creek School Students Design And Install Two Local “Little Libraries”

Indian Creek School Class of 2026 designed and built two recently installed “Little Free Libraries” in the county, one behind “The Big Bean,” in Severna Park, and another in on Poplar Trail in Annapolis.
Varsity and JV Field Hockey Teams Open Season with Action Packed Games vs. Park

The Indian Creek Eagles Varsity and JV Feld Hockey teams opened their fall seasons on Thursday, September 6, hosting the Park School Bruins.
Two Indian Creek Sophomores Ranked as Maryland & Delaware Top 10 Baseball Prospects

Eagles Baseball players Travis Garnett '21 and Evan Selmer '21 were highlighted in the Maryland Prep Baseball Report as two of the TOP 10 Prospects in Maryland and Delaware. Travis, who serves as a pitcher on the Varsity Baseball team, was ranked second out of all baseball players in Maryland and Delaware. Right-handed Pitcher Evan Selmer was ranked ninth.
Tips to Get Ready for Back to School

As the new school year begins, Indian Creek School (ICS) challenges each student (Pre-K3 through grade 12) to take an intellectual risk this year.
Slavery in Tidewater Virginia: Reality, Debate, and Dissolution: Upper School History Teacher Tonya Montgomery Attends Stratford Hall Summer Teacher Institute

Upper School U.S. History teacher Tonya Montgomery had the opportunity to examine the realities and impact of institutionalized slavery in Virginia last week at the Stratford Hall Summer Teacher Institute, entitled "Slavery in Tidewater Virginia: Reality, Debate, and Dissolution."
Julia Leavitt '23 Headed to World Skating Championships in Boston

Indian Creek seventh grade student Julia Leavitt recently skated in the ISI National Conference Championships held at Piney Orchard Ice Arena.
Alaina Clemence '18 Earns Two Superior Musical Ratings in State and National Festivals

Congratulations to Alaina Clemence '18 for two recent Superior musical ratings in both voice and piano.
Congratulations to the Class of 2018!

On Saturday, June 2, the 51 members of the Class of 2018 processed across the stage in The Jack & Nancy Becker Center for Performing Arts as students and departed the event as alumni of Indian Creek School.
Our Graduates Are Going Places!

The Indian Creek School Class of 2018 is attending an impressive and diverse list of colleges and universities!
Brandon Harris '18 Receives Outstanding Young HOBY Alumni Award in New York City

Last Wednesday, May 30, Brandon Harris '18 traveled to New York City with his family and was honored with the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Outstanding Young Alumni Award.
Eight Varsity Eagles Make MIAA Champion All Conference Select Team

Indian Creek congratulates our eight Varsity Athletes who were named MIAA Champion All Conference players this season!
Faculty Prevail in Annual Seniors vs. Faculty Kickball Game

On Wednesday, May 30, members of the Class of 2018 took on the faculty in the sixth annual Seniors vs. Faculty Kickball Game
Fifth Grade Immerses Themselves in Bay Studies at Smithsonian Environmental Research Center

On Wednesday, May 30, the Indian Creek School (ICS) Class of 2025 enjoyed a hands-on, inquiry-based field trip to the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC)'s outdoor classrooms and microscope laboratory.
Upper School Celebrates Three Championships and Honors Outstanding Athletes

On Wednesday, May 30, Indian Creek Upper School students, faculty, coaches, and parents held a special assembly to honor our Outstanding Spring Athletes and celebrate our THREE Championship Titles from the Spring 2018 season!
Alexandra Figaro '18 Earns Superior Rating at State Solo and Ensemble Festival
Fifth and Sixth Grade Musical "Alice in Wonderland" Brings Vivid Fantasy to Life
Grace Walworth '20 Wins Cappies of Baltimore Award for Best Actress in a Play

Congratulations to Grace for this prestigious award, and kudos to the cast and crew of The Heidi Chronicles and Indian Creek's Cappies Critic team!
Indian Creek Boys Win MIAA C Title Over AACS, 15-13

The Eagles put together a furious second-half scoring burst to rally from five goals down and defeat Annapolis Area Christian School 15-13 in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association C Conference championship at Johnny Unitas Stadium on the Towson University campus on May 18.
Botany Studies Take Second Grade Students to Brookside Gardens

On Tuesday, May 5, the second grade enjoyed a botany field trip to Brookside Gardens in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Indian Creek wraps up first MIAA title

Brandon Harris drove in John Warner, who had doubled, with the go-ahead run in the top of the eighth inning and Indian Creek went on to a 3-2 victory over Concordia Prep in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association C Conference championship game.
Second Grade Students Create Protective Plant Habitats
ICS Girls on the Run Complete 5K in Baltimore

Congratulations to the ICS Girls on the Run team, for participating in their first 5K of the season last Saturday, May 5, at Druid Hill Park in Baltimore.
Indian Creek Baseball Advances to MIAA Final
Parker Booth '19 Awarded "Teen of the Year" by Kiwanis Club

Indian Creek junior Parker Booth was honored by the Crofton Kiwanis Club on the evening of Wednesday, May 9, as she received the "Teen of the Year.”
Seventh and Eighth Grade Performance Groups Enjoy Kings Dominion Music Festival

The seventh and eighth grade chorus, band, and strings groups travelled to Kings Dominion on May 4-5 to participate in a regional ensemble festival.
Troese scores winner in double OT for Indian Creek

Indian Creek senior Michael Troese scored the game-winning goal in double overtime to send Indian Creek to a 12-11 victory over Annapolis Area Christian School in the regular season finale for both teams on Tuesday.
Alumni Return for Lacrosse Game
Class of 2018 Enjoys Evergreen Reunion Together Before they Graduate

Wednesday, May 2, was a beautiful night for the Evergreen Class of 2018 Reunion.
Indian Creek Juniors and their Parents Review Applications with College Admissions Professionals

On Thursday, May 3, two veteran college admission professionals shared firsthand experiences with members of the Class of 2019 and their parents.
Pre-K Students Code Blue Bots to Dance Like Bumblebee Communications

Indian Creek Pre-K 4 students turned their Blue Bot robots into bumblebees, as they programmed the bots to dances like bees!
Varsity Boys LAX Earns 18-3 Win Over Concordia Prep
13 Indian Creek Scholars Earn National Latin Exam Awards

This year's National Latin Exam results were quite exciting for Indian Creek School, as over one third of students who took the exam received national awards.
Seventh Grade Makes Memories on Chesapeake Bay Foundation Trip

The Class of 2023 discovered that the hype is all true, as they enjoyed the beauty and camaraderie found in life on the Bay.
Troese scores five goals in Indian Creek win

Senior Michael Troese registered five goals and two assists and scooped up 12 ground balls to lead Indian Creek to a 13-5 victory over Beth Tfiloh on Thursday, May 3
Alumna Blakely (Grindrod) Little '10 Showcases New Line at Anthropologie

Alumna Elizabeth “Blakely” (Grindrod) Little ICS ’10 will be at the Annapolis Anthropologie store on Thursday, May 10, from 3:00-6:00 p.m. to showcase her Blakely Made for Anthropologie line!
Farm Fun! Pre-K Explores the Wonders of Spring at Waterford Farm

Our Pre-K 3 students enjoyed a gorgeous day at Sharp’s Waterford Farm in Brookevillle, MD, on Wednesday, May 2.
Upper School Students Honor Day of Silence

Friday, April 27, may have seemed a bit quieter than usual at Indian Creek Upper School, but by staying quiet, over a hundred Upper School students were making their voices heard.
Varsity Girls Lacrosse Tops Institute of Notre Dame 10-8

The Eagles Varsity Girls Lacrosse team enjoyed an exciting 10-8 win over the Institute of Notre Dame on Monday, April 30.
Eagles Baseball Repeats Victory Over Chapelgate 7-1

The Indian Creek Eagles defeated the Yellowjackets of Chapelgate Christian Academy 7-1 in an MIAA C conference game on Monday, April 30.
Indian Creek Parents Experience ALICE Active Scenario Session

On Wednesday, April 25, parents came together at the Evergreen Campus to experience the same ALICE Active Threat training as faculty and staff.
Second Grade Students Code Robot Travel through Ellis Island in Innovative Immigration Studies

Second grade social studies classes are studying American Immigration in new and innovative ways!
Sixth Grade Experiences the Industrial Revolution at Baltimore Museum of Industry

The Indian Creek School Class of 2024 enjoyed a sunny day downtown at the Baltimore Museum of Industry on Monday, April 30.
2018 STEM Symposium Culminates Impressive Year of Scientific Study

The 2018 Indian Creek STEM Program Symposium brought together the Upper School’s finest science-minded students to showcase their work to each other and their families.
Cayla Turner '18 Competes in Poetry Out Loud National Finals

Escorted by a cheering section with over thirty students and teachers, senior Cayla Turner made her way to the East-Central and Northeast regional finals of the National Poetry Out Loud Competition.
Inaugural Lower School STEM Expo Combines Learning with Fun

On Thursday, April 26, the Lower School held it's inaugural STEM Expo.
Indian Creek To Sell Evergreen Campus and Unify the Pre-K to 12 Program

One School. One Community. One Campus.
Indian Creek's "The Heidi Chronicles" Earns Eight Cappies Nominations

Congratulations to the cast and crew of the Indian Creek School fall play The Heidi Chronicles, for earning eight Cappies nominations for the 2017-18 season!
Lower School Observes Earth Day in Meaningful Ways

Indian Creek Lower School observed Earth Day on Friday, April 20, with a variety of conservation-themed activities and adventures.
Lower School Students Volunteer Through 4H for Earth Day
Sticklettes Cheer Grades 6-8 LAX Team to Victory

The Kindergarten through second grade CREEK Sticklettes Lacrosse team traveled to Arden Park on Friday, April 20, to cheer on the Grades 6-8 Girls LAX team in their game against Rockbridge.
Eagles Hold 3rd, 12th, and 13th Top Scoring Rankings in Anne Arundel County Boys Lacrosse

The Indian Creek Eagles currently hold the 3rd, 12th, and 13th top scorers in Anne Arundel County.
Adam Bizri '19 and Anna Crum '23 Make Indian Creek Proud at Model United Nations
Alumni from the 80s Enjoy Happy Hour at Severn Inn

Almost thirty alumni from the Indian Creek Classes of the 1980s gathered at The Severn Inn on Sunday, April 15, to reunite and catch up with each other
Arija Martin '21 Selected as U.S. Youth Ambassador to Brazil

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that freshman Arija Martin has been selected as a United States Youth Ambassador with U.S. Department of State.
Cayla Turner '18 Featured on ABC2 News' Midday Maryland

Indian Creek's star Poetry Out Loud Champion Cayla Turner '18 was interviewed on ABC2 News Midday Maryland show on Monday, April 16.
Juniors Parker Booth, Maddy Evans, and Liam Lonergan Honored at Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student Achievers Awards Ceremony

Indian Creek juniors Parker Booth, Maddy Evans, and Liam Lonergan were honored at the Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student Achievers Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 18.
Mikey Troese '18 Named Capital Gazette Athlete of the Week

Indian Creek is proud to announce that senior Mikey Troese is this week’s Capital Gazette Athlete of the Week!
French Students Explore Language, Culture, and History Around Local Area
ICS Sailors Shine at Kent Island

Kent Island Yacht Club hosted the third JV event for the Indian Creek Eagles who finished in 5th place.
Liam Lonergan ‘19 Achieves Top ACT Score

Indian Creek School is proud to congratulate junior Liam Lonergan, who earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36 this spring.
Signing Day 2018 Sees Three Eagles Athletes Commit to Colleges

Seniors Jordan Lewis, Malik McKinney, and Patrick Riley gathered together with their families, friends, coaches, and school administrators to sign letters of intent to play sports in college next year.
Sydney Williams '18 Named Runner Up for 2018 Maryland Youth of the Year

Indian Creek Senior Sydney Williams was honored as a finalist for 2018 Youth of the Year at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County’s 29th Annual Ed Casey Youth of the Year Awards dinner on Wednesday, April 4, at The Westin Hotel, in Annapolis.
Grades 6-8 Girls LAX Triumphs Over St. Anne's 9-3

The Indian Creek sixth through eighth grade Girls Lacrosse team triumphed over St. Anne’s on Tuesday, with a score of 9-3.
Indian Creek Teachers Sarah Allen '01 and Kelly Bryant Awarded Fellowship for Australian Study

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that first grade teacher Sarah Allen ‘01 and Pre-K 4 teacher Kelly Bryant have been named 2018 Fellows by Fund for Teachers.
Eagles Tennis Extends Win Streak to 13-0 with Victory Over John Carroll

The Eagles Tennis Team continued their winning streak to 13-0 on Thursday, April 5, as they pulled out a 4-1 win over John Carroll.
Six Indian Creek Musicians Excel at County Solo and Ensemble Festival

Congratulations to the six Indian Creek musicians tho performed in the Anne Arundel County Solo and Ensemble Festival on Saturday, March 24.
Spring Break Service Trip to Puerto Rico Makes a Difference - and Memories for a Lifetime!

Spring Break 2018 proved that students can make a real difference in the world, AND have a wonderful time, as 20 Indian Creek students, 2 friends, and 2 faculty members embarked upon a service trip to Puerto Rico!
Eagles Baseball Team Takes Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

The Eagles Varsity Baseball team spent spring break together in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, arriving on Sunday, March 26, and playing four games against teams from around the country.
Senior Marrac Miller Honored for Eagle Scout Project

Indian Creek congratulates senior Marrac Miller for being honored at Historic Baldwin Hall in Millersville, Maryland, on March 10 for completing his Eagle Scout project.
Third Grade Steps Back in Time at Historic London Town and Gardens

The Indian Creek Class of 2027 stepped back in time on Wednesday, April 4, as they visited Historic London Town and Gardens in Edgewater, Maryland.
Why Heathers?!?

“If we want to raise the more empathetic, self-aware children the future needs, we have a duty to give them opportunities to experience these emotions and process them in a safe space.”
Penne Pasta Parent Night was Perfectly Playful and Pleasant!
Eagles Sailing Teams Return to the Water in Weekend Regattas
Gavin Fridley '24 Connects with Artist Roseta Santiago through "Aspen" Painting
Happy Nowruz 2018! Doanya '28 Shares Deep Thinker Lesson on Persian New Year
Liam Lonergan '19 Named 2018 Capital Gazette Outstanding Student Achiever
Maddy Evans '19 Named 2018 Capital Gazette Outstanding Student Achiever
Parker Booth '19 Named 2018 Capital Gazette Outstanding Student Achiever
Third Grade Shows that Every Voice is Important in "Swamped" Third Grade Play

On Friday, March 16, the Indian Creek School Class of 2027 entertained their classmates, teachers, and parents with an adorable production of "Swamped."
AP U.S. History Students Create "Age of Imperialism" Figures

In order to illustrate their understanding of the Ages of Imperialism of several territories with whom the United States became involved throughout history, Mrs. Montgomery’s AP U.S. History students got out markers and butcher paper, and created “Bodies of Imperialism” to share with their classmates.
Play Ball! Indian Creek Baseball Makes History, Opening New Field to 7-1 Win

The Indian Creek baseball team made history Monday afternoon, March 19, as the Eagles opened the school’s new baseball field with a 7-1 win over Chapelgate Christian Academy.
Dance Team Shines at Believe Competition

Congratulations to the Indian Creek Dance Team for an impressive showing at the Believe Dance Competition, held at the Chesapeake Arts Center on March 11-12.
Math Team Spends Sunday Creating 20 Page Mathematical Model Detailing Food Waste of the United States

On Sunday, March 4, eight members of the Indian Creek School Math Team arrived bright and early at the Upper School Campus for a grueling 14 hour mathematics competition.
Outstanding Athletes Honored at Winter Sports Awards Assembly

The Upper School honored our many outstanding athletes at a Winter Sports Awards Assembly on Thursday, March 15.
Upper School Students, Teachers, and Administrators Walkout Together

The Indian Creek students, teachers, and administrators who chose to participate in Wednesday’s event joined hundreds of thousands of students around the country to participate in the National School Walkout, a Walkout to honor the students killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and to call upon Congress to pass tighter gun control laws.
Deputy Section Head of Radio Astrophysics and Sensing, in the Remote Sensing Division of the Naval Research Laboratory Visits Third Grade Astronomers

The Indian Creek Class of 2027 had the opportunity of a lifetime as Dr. Tracy Clarke (Deputy Section Head of Radio Astrophysics and Sensing, in the Remote Sensing Division of the Naval Research Laboratory) came in to speak with the class about space.
Lower School Pi Night Provides Infinite Fun
Austin Harrison '22 Wins Pi Recitation Contest Trifecta

Congratulations to our sixth, seventh, and eighth grade finalists who wowed their teachers and peers in the annual Pi Recitation Contest on Wednesday, March 14
Eagles Equestrian Team Celebrates Championship Season at Invitational

Congratulations to the Indian Creek Equestrian Team, who celebrated season’s end at the InterSchool Horse Show Invitational last weekend.
French Honor Society Inducts New Members

The National French Honor Society held its traditional induction ceremony on Friday, March 9.
Indian Creek Senior Cayla Turner Wins Maryland State Poetry Out Loud Title

Indian Creek School is proud to announced that senior Cayla Turner, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has won the 2018 Poetry Out Loud Title for the State of Maryland.
Ancient Rome Comes to Life at Third Grade Independent Learning Day

The Indian Creek School third grade classrooms transformed into a scene from Ancient Rome on Wednesday, February 28, as the Class of 2027 celebrated their Roman studies with an Independent Learning Day.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math Thrive at Lower School STEAM Day

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math are immersed throughout daily life at Indian Creek School, but on Friday, February 23, the Lower School held a STEAM Day to celebrate these fields with a fun (messy) day of hands-on learning.
Class of 2022 Experiences Poignant World War II Field Trip

The Indian Creek School Class of 2022 experienced a poignant field trip to Washington, DC, on Friday, February 23, as they visited several museums to support their American History studies of World War II.
Giant Heart, Brain Playground, Sky Bike, and Terra Cotta Warriors! Fourth Grade Visits Philadelphia's Franklin Institute

The Indian Creek School Class of 2026 enjoyed a wonderful trip to the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, PA, on Thursday, March 1.
Sixth and Seventh Grade Van de Graaff Demonstration Adds Spark to Science Class

Director of Campus Connections Mr. Bruce Crossman visited seventh and sixth grade Earth Science classes last week with his Van de Graaff machine to add a little spark to the curriculum.
Shakespeare Comes to Life through Fifth Grade Production

The fifth grade students took the stage on Monday, March 5, to perform selected scenes and monologues from the works of William Shakespeare for their parents, grandparents, and special guests.
Alumna Profile: Catherine Crowe ’04 (Soul) Cycles Her Way Into Pepperdine Law School

Indian Creek alumna Catherine Crowe’s journey has taken her from the East to the West Coast, from studying English and Communications at Boston College as an undergraduate to NYC, where she worked in Legal Recruitment Marketing, and now to Pepperdine University, where she is currently in law school. In between it all, she has also become popular SoulCycle instructor in the Los Angeles area.
Eli Fortier '22 Wins Third Place at County Spelling Bee

Congratulations to Indian Creek eighth grade student Eli Fortier who won third place at the County Spelling Bee held at the Anne Arundel County Board of Education last Saturday, February 24.
Inaugural Chapter of Indian Creek Key Club Inducts 21 Founding Members

On the evening of Tuesday, February 27, Indian Creek School was proud to induct 21 students into the inaugural chapter of the Indian Creek Key Club.
Alumnus Profile: Entrepreneur Chris Mason ’97 Pursues Passions Over Comfort & Stability

If you watch Shark Tank on ABC, you might have seen ICS Alumnus Chris Mason ’97 pitching Birddogs Gym Shorts in early January.
First Grade Teacher Sarah Allen '01 Presents Four Sessions at Future of Education Technology Conference

Last month, first grade teacher (and Indian Creek alumna) Sarah Allen '01 presented not just one, but FOUR sessions at the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) in Florida.
Indian Creek Students, Faculty, Administration, and Parents Participate in AIMS “Making Schools Safe” Diversity Conference

Indian Creek was well-represented at the AIMS “Making Schools Safe” Diversity Conference, which took place at Roland Park Country School on Friday, February 2.
Kindergarten CreekCasts Bring Sunshine to the ICS Community

This week, two students have used the Weather Channel predictions to create a “CreekCast,” which was shared each morning.
Maddy Evans '19 Named ABC2 News Student Athlete of the Week

Congratulations to Indian Creek junior Maddy Evans for being named this week's ABC2 News Student Athlete of the Week!
Mandeville, Monsters, and Medieval Maps: Senior Jocelyn Auld Combines Passion for Art, Psychology, History, and Mythology into Senior Thesis

Jocelyn’s thesis project, entitled “Mandeville, Monsters, and Medieval Maps: A Representation of Fear and Other,” explores the presence of monsters and grotesques throughout European medieval culture.
"Build a Game" Club Hosting Family Game Night Next Tuesday
Indian Creek Riders Gallop to League Championship!

CONGRATULATIONS to the Eagles Equestrian Team for winning the InterSchool Horse Show CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE for the 2017-18 season!
Melanie Morgan '30 Wins High Gold at Dance Educators Association Competition

A Creek CONGRATULATIONS goes out to six year old Kindergarten student, Melanie Morgan ‘30, who traveled to Newark, New Jersey, over President’s Day weekend to compete in the Annual Dance Educators of America Regional Competition.
Upper School Art Students Learn from Local Artist Kim Hovell

Established local artist Kim Hovell spent the afternoon of Wednesday, February 21, working with Indian Creek Upper School Art students.
Upper School SADD Members Present to Seventh Grade Students
Adding Up to a Successful Season for Indian Creek Mathletes

Mathletes Team Captain Albany Bloor '18 led the charge last weekend, as the Indian Creek School Math Team placed a solid fifth place our of 17 schools at the third county math competition of the year.
Caroline Walworth ‘ 18 Named a Maryland's Top Youth Volunteer Of 2018

Indian Creek senior Caroline Walworth of Stevensville, Maryland, was named a Maryland Top Youth Volunteer of 2018 Distinguished Finalist by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards.
Class of 2020 Wins Creek Cup!

Congratulations to the Class of 2020 for earning the title of 2018 Creek Cup Champions!
Indian Creek Girls Set For Title Defense In IAAM C
Let the Games Begin! First Grade Holds Coding Olympics Opening Ceremonies

The Indian Creek School First Grade Coding Olympics started today, as the Class of 2029 held their Opening Ceremonies.
McKinney goes over 1,000 points in Indian Creek's win

Malik McKinney '18 surpassed the 1,000-point mark for his career on Wednesday when he scored 21 points to lead Indian Creek to a 59-45 victory over St. Mary’s.
Second and Third Grades Journey "Around the Globe" with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Our second and third grade students took a trip “Around the Globe” on Thursday, February 8, as they travelled to the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall to enjoy a concert by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
World Lit I Class Breaks Masters the Research Process

In today's world, identifying appropriate and reliable sources of information is an important skill to learn.
Indian Creek Astronomy Night is Out of this World

In the early evening of Friday, January 26, a group of seventh through twelfth grade students and faculty members gathered on the small meadow on the north side of the Crownsville Campus for the first official "Indian Creek Astronomy Night."
Jocelyn Auld'18, Olivia Boucher '21, and Maggie Taylor '18 Featured in Exhibit at Walters Art Museum

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that three of our student artists have been asked to show their works in an exhibit at The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland
Alumna Profile: Lindsey Barbarita Morgan ’97 Finds Joy in Postpartum Nursing
Early Childhood Classes Celebrate Winter through Immersion Day

On Friday, January 26, the Indian Creek Pre-K3, Pre-K4, and Kindergarten classes held a Winter Immersion Day, based on themes from the book Here Comes Jack Frost by Kohara Kazuno.
Fourth Grade Enjoys the Magic of Live Opera at "The Billy Goats Gruff"
Wonders of Indian Creek! Fifth Grade Shares Lessons from Novel "Wonder"

The Indian Creek School Class of 2025 shared a meaningful experience with their classmates, teachers, and parents, as their study of R.J. Palacio's novel Wonder led them to look deeply into themselves and subsequently, to better know their peers.
38 Creekers Take the Plunge! Raise over $4,000 for Special Olympics

38 brave, civic-minded Indian Creek School students, and four dedicated faculty members headed to Sandy Point State Park to participate in the Polar Bear Plunge – Cool School Challenge.
Caroline Figaro '23 Qualifies for 2018 U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships
Indian Creek defeats Key School 56-35 to keep pace with IAAM Leaders

Indian Creek defeats Key School 56-35 to keep pace with IAAM Leaders
Indian Creek Edges Severn, 60-58, to Remain Unbeaten

Indian Creek Edges Severn, 60-58, to Remain Unbeaten
Indian Creek Presents "Beauty and the Beast"

Indian Creek School's Sixth through Eighth Grade Musical
Travis ’21 is ALL INdian Creek!

Annual giving is the catalyst for Travis ’21 hitting homeruns in the classroom and on the field.
Indian Creek School Announces Flexible Tuition Beginning in 2018!

Revolutionary tuition structure makes exceptional education affordable for families.
Scholarship. Leadership. Service. Character.: 28 New Members Inducted to National Honor Society
Cayla Turner '18 Wins Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition - On to States!

Senior Cayla Turner won first place at the regional Poetry Out Loud competition, and is headed to the state competition in March.
Indian Creek Skate Night Tons of Fun for Fourth through Sixth Grades
Tara Qualey '25 and Zachary Anson '26 Named Geo Bee Champions

Fifth Grade Geo Bee Champion Tara Qualey and Fourth Grade Geo Bee Champion Zachary Anson
Indian Creek Alumni Share Their Wisdom with Current S.T.E.M. Students

Indian Creek School welcomed back three alumni this week to talk to current students about their pursuit of college degrees in S.T.E.M. fields.
Balanced Scoring Leads Indian Creek to Rout

With 10 our of 11 players scoring, Indian Creek defeated Concordia Prep, 53-24, on Tuesday.
Varsity Equestrian Team Takes Second in January Meet

The Indian Creek Equestrian team competed in 12-degree weather on Sunday, January 14, in a five hour show!
Amareah Bead '22 Wins Indian Creek National Geography Bee

On Thursday, January 11, 11 students in grades 6-8 competed for a chance to represent Indian Creek School at the National Geographic Bee, with eighth grader Amareah Bead emerging as ICS Geo Bee Champion.
Campus Connections: The Class of 2024 Visits the Upper School

The Class of 2024 had an awesome visit to the Upper School on Thursday, January 12, hosted by their seventh grade friends.
Colleen Shrum '19 Named What's Up? Magazine Athlete Worth Watching

Indian Creek is proud to announce that junior Colleen Shrum has been named the January 2018 What's Up? Magazine Athlete Worth Watching
Eli Fortier '22 Named Indian Creek Spelling Bee Champion

Congratulations to eighth grade student, Eli Fortier, for being crowned the 2018 Indian Creek School Spelling Bee Champion!
It's a Pop Pop Popcorn Parade!

First Grade Play Bursting With Fun
Graduates Return to Share Tales of Life Beyond Indian Creek on Alumni College Panel

Five Indian Creek alumni visited Indian Creek on Friday, January 5, for our rescheduled Alumni College panel.
Kelly Bryant Featured as What's Up? Magazine Inspiring Teacher of 2018

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that Pre-Kindergarten 4 Teacher Kelly Bryant has been featured as one of What's Up Magazine's Teachers "who go above and beyond their classroom duties to not only educate and inspire their students, but engage the school community as a whole," in their January 2018 edition.
Learning to Code Before They Can Read?!? The Many Benefits of Teaching Coding to Young Children

Computer Science is about much more than teaching technology. It incorporates logic, problem solving, and creativity in an engaging way for children of all ages. As a research-based educational institution, Indian Creek School faculty have studied the many benefits of teaching coding skills to students beginning at a young age, and as a result, coding classes are incorporated into the curriculum beginning in the Pre-Kindergarten 3 program.
“Parenting at the Creek: How to Catch Up Keep Up and Stay Ahead”

On Saturday, December 2, the ICS PTO held a Parent Education Symposium entitled, “Parenting at the Creek: How to Catch Up Keep Up and Stay Ahead,” which achieved the PTO goal of bringing parents together with the school to create an outstanding experience for our children.
7-8 Boys Basketball Wins Tight Match Against School of the Incarnation 38-36

Congratulations to the Boys 7-8 Basketball Green team on a hard-fought 38-36 win over School of the Incarnation on Tuesday, December 12.
Indian Creek Awarded AFCEA Technology Grant

Indian Creek Lower School is the proud recipient of a $3,940 Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Kickstarter Grant to support programming resources for young students.
Spanish Honor Society Introduce Dieciocho Nuevos Miembros

On Wednesday, December 6, the Indian Creek School Chapter of the Spanish Honor Society inducted 18 new members into their fold.
"Mix-It-Up" Lunches Cultivate Community of Kindness

Over the past two weeks, Upper School students have “mixed it Up” at lunchtime, in an effort to cultivate the community of kindness that is a hallmark of Indian Creek School.
Equestrian Team Celebrates Successful December Show

The Indian Creek Equestrian Team had a successful December show last weekend at NFF stables in Montgomery county.
Indian Creek Trustee Rick Powell Receives Kay Laughtman Mentoring Award

Indian Creek School congratulates Board Member and alumna parent Rick Powell, who received The Kay Laughtman Mentoring Award last week from the Direct Marketing Association of Washington.
Lower School "Be Kind to Others" Club Creates Gifts for Children at AAMC

Our Lower School "Be Kind to Others" Club put together a giant care package of items to be delivered to the Anne Arundel Medical Center Pediatric Unit on Friday, December 8.
New Members Inducted into National Art Honor Society

The Indian Creek School Chapter of the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) doubled in size this morning, as 12 new members were inducted.
The Acropolis, the Taj Mahal, and Chinese Dragons, Come to Life at Second Grade Ancient Civilizations Independent Learning Day

Parents, friends, teachers, and peers were invited to come to Indian Creek School and take a stroll through time, as second grade students shared their Ancient Civilizations Independent Learning Day projects on Wednesday, December 12.
"Holidays of Lights" Assembly Ushers in Celebratory Season for Lower School

Indian Creek Lower School enjoyed a “Holidays of Lights” Assembly on Friday, December 8.
AP French Students Visit the French Embassy

AP French students visited the Maison Francaise at the French Embassy for showing of a newly released documentary entitled "La Cour de Babel".
Class of 2023 Chases US History to Philadelphia

Last Friday, December 1, the Indian Creek School Class of 2023 enjoyed a visit to the patriotic metropolitan "City of Brotherly Love," Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Early Childhood Faculty Kelly Bryant, Emma Moran, and Barbara Oglesbee Present at NAEYC Conference

Pre-Kindergarten teachers Kelly Bryant and Emma Moran, and Lower School Director of Early Childhood Barbara Oglesbee presented on “Immersive, Interdisciplinary, and Blended Learning in Early Childhood: How these Components Work in Harmony,” at the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Conference in Atlanta, GA.
Griesser, McCuiston, Piera, and Rowe Nominated to Anne Arundel County All Star Soccer Team

Congratulations to Indian Creek seniors Maura Griesser (Defense), Taylor McCuiston (Defense), Katarina Piera (Midfield), and Azhané Rowe (Midfield) who were nominated to play in the Girls Soccer All Star Exhibition Game.
Indian Creek Makes Winner of Pratt in Return to MIAA

The Eagles opened their season with a 68-48 win over St. Mary’s.
Maddy Evans '19 carries Indian Creek past Key

Indian Creek topped Key 60-46.
Smithsonian Discovery Theater Brings Joy, Warmth, and Community to Kindergarten

Joy, warmth, and community filled the morning of Wednesday, December 6, as Kindergarten learned about seasonal holiday celebrations the world over at the "Seasons of Light" performance at Smithsonian's Discovery Theater.
Upper School Begins Important Conversation through One Love Foundation Workshop

On Wednesday December 6, Indian Creek ninth through twelfth grade students participated in an important workshop provided by the One Love Foundation.
Upper School Celebrates St. Nicolas Day

Upper School students, faculty, and staff shared in the annual tradition of St. Nicolas Day on Wednesday thanks to some holiday "Elves" in the French Honor Society.
Lower School Celebrates Computer Science Education Week

From December 4 – 8, Indian Creek Lower School participated in Computer Science Education Week, an opportunity to give all our students in Pre-Kindergarten through sixth grade additional exposure to coding and robotics!
New Years Resolutions to Help Your Family Make 2018 the Best Year Ever!

The bustle of the holiday season often brings with it the opportunity to look back at the past year and reflect upon those moments -big and small - that combined to create meaningful memories for our families. At the same time, the end of the calendar year often brings with it a point where parents and children can use this reflection to create goals for how to gain a fresh start for the year ahead.
27 Students Compete in Indian Creek School Poetry Out Loud Competition

Senior Cayla Turner won the Indian Creek School Poetry Out Loud competition with her poignant renditions of “Life in a Love,” by Robert Browning and “Song of the Feet,” by Nikki Giovvanni.
Eagles Sailing Team Soars to New Heights!

The ICS Sailing team saved the best for last this fall as they took home a season-high finish of Second place in the MDISA J-Varsity Championships against the top 18 schools in Maryland.
Eagles Varsity Equestrian Team Leads InterSchool Horse Show League at Mid-Way Point of Season

The Varsity Equestrian Team swept their November shows and currently leads the InterSchool Horse Show league at the half-way mark of the season.
First Grade Travels Back to 1920's Egypt at Port Discovery

To enhance their Egyptian studies, the Class of 2029 took a trip to Port Discovery Children's Museum, in Baltimore, Maryland, to enjoy the exciting and engaging Adventure Egypt experience.
Girls Basketball Tops Friends 38-19 in Season Opener

Congrats to our reigning IAAM Champions on a spectacular season opener!
Indian Creek Mathletes Hold Second Place in County Standings

Indian Creek Mathletes displayed exceptional feats of mathleticism over Thanksgiving break, moving to second place standing out of 17 teams in the Anne Arundel Community College County High School Mathematics Competition, organized by Associate Professor Art Cimiluca.
Junior Class Heads to Court for Anne Arundel County Schools in the Court Program

On Wednesday, November 8, the Indian Creek School Class of 2019 took part in the Schools in the Court program at the Anne Arundel County District Court in Annapolis to learn about the legal and financial consequences of being charged with criminal offenses.
Second Grade Students Become City Planners and Builders at National Building Museum

The Indian Creek School Class of 2028 enjoyed a fabulous field trip to the National Building Museum in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, November 29.
Senior Niya Harden Honored with NAACP Youth Award

On November 17, 2017, the Anne Arundel County NAACP honored Indian Creek School senior Niya Harden at the 43rd Annual Freedom Fund Banquet.
The Industrial Revolution Comes to Life "Shark Tank" Style for AP U.S. History Students

To deepen their understanding of this exciting time in history, Mrs. Montgomery’s AP U.S. History students conducted their own in-class version of the reality TV show “Shark Tank,” using the most significant inventions of the Industrial Revolution.
Oil Spill Challenge Hits Third Grade STEM Lab

During STEM Lab this afternoon, third grade students were challenged to an oil spill clean-up!
Kat Lyons ’12: A Wilderness Superhero!

An Indian Creek “lifer,” Kat Lyons ’12 still wears her class ring when out in the field working for the U.S. Forest Service because it reminds her of her roots in the ICS community and how it helped her become an engaged and inspired member of society.
Outstanding Athletes Honored at Fall Sports Awards Assembly

The Upper School honored our many outstanding athletes at a Fall Sports Awards Assembly on Friday, November 17.
"Let your light shine" Storyteller Debra Mims Enchants Lower School with Tales her Grandmother Once Told

Storyteller Debra Mims visited Indian Creek and transformed into character ‘Grandmother Sally Kathryn Mims’ to tell students stories her grandmother once told her.
Upper School Science Teacher Patricia Roth Published in International Research Journal

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that Upper School teacher Patricia Roth’s article, entitled “Propidium monoazide-denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis (PMA-DGGE) assay for the characterization of viable diatoms in marine sediments” has been published in the Diatom Research Journal, Volume 32 Issue 3, on behalf of the International Society for Diatom Research.
Upper School Celebrates Semaine Nationale Française

Every year the French Honor Society hosts a contest for ninth through twelfth grade students in honor of National French Week.
Why "The Heidi Chronicles?" Director's Notes from the Upper School Fall Play

Indian Creek Upper School's production of Wendy Wasserstein's "The Heidi Chronicles" plays this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Reserve your tickets today!
Indian Creek Lacrosse Players Michael Troese '18 and Sam Homick '18 Make College Commitments on Signing Day

Two Indian Creek School Eagles Lacrosse players have made college commitments. Seniors Michael Troese (defense), and Sam Homick (midfield) will be continuing their lacrosse careers at the collegiate level.
Kindergarten Visits American Indian Village at Patuxent River Park

On Tuesday, November 7, the class of 2030 travelled to the American Indian Village at Patuxent River Park, for a trip that would bring their Native American studies to life.
Creek Connections Run Deep 30 Years Later

Bruce Miller ’84 always wanted to be an architect, even in his early years at Indian Creek. He now has his own small architecture office in Boston that specializes in residential work.
Indian Creek Board Members Inspired through "Shadow Days"

Throughout the month of October, 13 members of the Indian Creek School Board of Trustees deepened their connection to the School even further by accepting an invitation to spend a day “shadowing” a faculty member in order to gain first-hand perspective into the day-to-day world of Indian Creek.
Lawrence Fowler '22 Takes First Place at Washington International Horse Show

Congratulations to Indian Creek eighth grade student Lawrence Fowler, who took first place in his race at the at the Washington International Horse Show on Thursday, October 26 at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C.
Seventh Grade Greasers and Socs All Enjoy "The Outsiders"

Mrs. Porter's seventh grade Literature classes have really enjoyed reading S.E. Hinton's classic novel The Outsiders.
Sixth Grade Students Hold Writing Workshops with Second Grade
Gothic Architecture Comes to Life on Fourth Grade Trip to National Cathedral

The Indian Creek School Class of 2026 enjoyed an awe-inspiring field trip to the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, November 2.
Eagles Earn Hard-Fought Win Over Key School in MIAA Quarterfinal Playoff Game

The Eagles Varsity Boys Soccer team earned an exciting victory over Key School on Monday, October 30, in the quarterfinal round of the MIAA playoffs.
A Marathon Weekend for Six Indian Creek Faculty

Over the weekend of October 21 and 22, six Indian Creek faculty members participated in major local race events.
Eagles Equestrian Team Earns Championship Title at Sunday Show

The Varsity Equestrian team earned another Champion title on Sunday, October 22, solidly beating out 16 other schools with a total of 48 meet points.
Harvest Moon Immersion Day Takes Pre-K and Kindergarten Students on Exploration of Autumn

Based on the story-book Hello, Harvest Moon, by Ralph Fletcher, the Harvest Moon immersion day gave the students an opportunity to immerse themselves in the autumn themes of this story.
Indian Creek Faculty Allen '01, Branson, Bryant, and McManus Inspire Educators at OESIS Boston

This year’s OESIS Boston Conference, which brought together educators from over 550 independent schools world-wide was yet another opportunity for Indian Creek faculty and administrators to lead the way in advancing educational practices to inspire students around the world.
Varsity Girls X-Country Team Completes 2017 Campaign
Eighth Grade Students Bring Home Optimism, Enthusiasm, and Confidence from Genesee Valley

The sentiments of the Class of 2022 during their Genesee Valley debrief were full of optimism, enthusiasm, and confidence, after the Class spent three days camping and participating in the confidence and initiative course at the Outdoor Learning Center.
Sustainability, Science, and Entrepreneurship Lesson Comes to Life as Seventh Grade Visits Butterbee Farm

On Wednesday, October 11, the seventh grade class had an engaging, first-hand lesson in farming, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, as they traveled to Pikesville, Maryland, to explore Butterbee farms.
Eagles Sailors Show Strong in A and B Divisions at Inter-League Event

The Sailing Eagles had a great regatta at an inter-league event hosted by the Tred Avon Yacht Club on Saturday, October 7.
Samantha Couto ’13 Pursues Career as a Child Life Specialist

Alumna Samantha Couto '13 recently began her first year of graduate school at the University of Pittsburgh studying Applied Developmental Psychology with a concentration in Special Healthcare Needs and Child Life.
Varsity Boys Soccer Coach Conor Porter Featured by ESPN in "How to Raise a Good Sport" Article

Indian Creek Soccer Coach Conor Porter was cited in an article on ESPN-W this week, as an expert in "How to Raise a Good Sport."
Creek Runs Deep! Annapolis Area Private Middle School XC Meet a Good one for Grades 6-8 Team

The Indian Creek Grades 6-8 X-Country team had a great showing Wednesday's Annapolis Area Private Middle School's Meet.
Varsity Girls Soccer Team Wins at Home Against St. Johns

The Varsity Girls Soccer Team pulled off an exciting 3-2 win at home against St. John's.
"Inevitable and Only" Author Lisa Rosinsky Workshops with Indian Creek Students

On Monday, October 16, Boston-based author Lisa Rosinsky visited Indian Creek School to speak with the seventh through twelfth grade students about her journey from writing poetry and stories as a hobby to becoming a published author, and to introduce her debut novel Inevitable and Only.
AP Literature Students Enjoy "Antony and Cleopatra" at Folger Theater

AP Literature students travelled to Washington, DC, on Wednesday, October 12, to enjoy a production of Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra" at the Folger Theater.
Dr. Branson and Ms. Dennison Share BLinc Fairy Tale at MISBO + IDEO Think Tank in New Orleans

Last Friday, Head of Indian Creek School Dr. Rick Branson stood in a conference room in New Orleans, LA, and shared the fairy tale story of Indian Creek’s Blended Learning program (BLinc) with leaders from 12 schools world-wide, who have been selected to participate in a MISBO + IDEO project.
Seniors Explore Role of Media in Political Socialization at Newseum

On Wednesday, October 11, the Upper School seniors went on a field trip to the Newseum in Washington, DC.
Grades 6-8 Boys Soccer Team Earns 6-0 Victory over Severn School

Congrats to the Grades 6-8 Boys Soccer Team for their 6-0 win over Severn School on Tuesday!
Alumnus Profile: Ryan Atkinson ’13 Pursues Dream of Medical Degree in Granada

Alumnus Ryan Atkinson '13 checked in with the Indian Creek Alumni Office to talk about the path he has taken to pursue his dream of becoming a physician by studying medicine at St. George’s School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies.
Class of 2027 Experience the Life of a Waterman at Annapolis Maritime Museum

The Indian Creek School Class of 2027 immersed themselves in the life of a Chesapeake Bay waterman during their visit to the Annapolis Maritime Museum on Thursday, October 5.
Varsity Field Hockey Drops Close Match to Severn Admirals
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Grades 6-8 Field Hockey Tops St. Anne's 10-0
Creek Runs Deep! Grades 6-8 X-Country Team Shows Strong at AACS Meet

The Boys and Girls Grades 6-8 X-Country Teams had a great meet at AACS on Tuesday, October 3. Congratulations to Aiden Evans '24, who placed 9th out of 128 runners, and to Grace Doerschner '24, who placed 16th out of 96 runners for the girls!
Third Grade Ecologists Create Seed Case STEM Lab

Third grade students are conducting a Seed Case STEM Lab.
What's Up Magazine Names Michael Mercer '20 Athlete Worth Watching

Indian Creek School is proud to announce that sophomore Michael Mercer has been named the October 2017 What's Up? Annapolis magazine Athlete Worth Watching.
Washington Post Lauds the Benefits of Late Start Schools

A recent article in The Washington Post is the latest in a movement calling for schools to adopt a late start time. Indian Creek Upper School has been a late start school from the start, due to the overwhelming benefits to adolescents and teens.
"The Heidi Chronicles" Cast Meets with REPStage Cast

Indian Creek actors trekked cross-county to Howard County Community College and took in a version of "The Heidi Chronicles" that will stick with them for some time.
Alumna Profile: Caitlin Link ’12 Pursuing her Passion (and a Graduate Degree) at Oxford

When Caitlin Link ’12 came to Indian Creek School (ICS) as an eighth grade student, she had no idea that her academic journey would take her to the University of Oxford ten years later.
Eagles Equestrian Opens Season with Several First Place Ribbons
23 Students Named 2017 AP Scholars

Indian Creek School honors 23 students as 2017 AP Scholars, including the School's first ever National AP Scholar.
Creek History in the Making! ICS Volleyball Has Strong Showing in First Matches

The Indian Creek Volleyball Club travelled to Garrison Forrest on Wednesday September 20, for the first volleyball match in ICS history!
Creekers Find Success at County Fair

Indian Creek School (ICS) was well represented at the Anne Arundel County fair last week in both 4H and open competitions.
Eagles Sailors Off to a Great Start!

The Indian Creek Sailing Team sailed their first regatta of the season taking home a 6th place finish in the 18-boat fleet this Sunday.
Indian Creek Honored by Anne Arundel County Food Bank

On September 18, Indian Creek School was honored by the Anne Arundel County Food Bank for our successful Holiday Food Drive.
Indian Creek Students Volunteer at The Light House of Annapolis

Members ICS Class of 2022 kicked off one of the most meaningful Creek traditions this week, by volunteering at The Light House, a homeless prevention shelter in Annapolis.
AP U.S. History Students Get to Know Early Settlements through Colonial Speed Dating

Mrs. Montgomery's AP U.S. History students found an entertaining, efficient way to get to know the early Colonies through "Colonial Speed Dating"
Senior Albany Bloor Named 2018 National Merit Scholar Commended Student

Upper School Head Gerard J.P. Connolly of Indian Creek School announced today that senior Albany Bloor has been named a Commended Student in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Habits for School Success

Here are five habits for school success, provided by Indian Creek students:
Girls X-Country Opens Season and New Course with 16-45 Win

The Indian Creek Girls X-Country team opened their IAAM campaign at home on Tuesday, September 12, with a 16-45 win over Beth Tifiloh.
Life in a Drop of Water Lab

Third grade S.T.E.M. lab brought the world of microbes to life for Indian Creek third grade students, as they gathered water samples from the Evergreen Campus pond and inspected them under the microscope.
Indian Creek U8/9 Team Wins Exciting Match Up in First Ever County Competition

Congratulations to the history-making Indian Creek U8/9 Soccer team for their 4-3 victory against Davidsonville Saturday!
Allen '01 and Bryant Lead OESIS Webinar on Blended Learning in Early Grades

Indian Creek faculty members Sarah Allen '01 and Kelly Bryant presented a webinar on "Blended Learning in Pre-K through Grade Four," for an international network of education professionals on Thursday, September 7.
Alumna Laura Beth Resnick ’03 to Share Butterbee Farm with Indian Creek Students

In October, seventh grade students will travel to Butterbee Farm to connect with their fellow Creeker, Laura Beth Resnick '03, and learn about the farm – there might even be some flower arranging involved!
Class of 2024 Kicks Off Sixth Grade Year with Confidence at Arlington Echo

The Indian Creek School Class of 2024 kicked off their sixth grade year with a great day together conquering the Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center Confidence and Initiative Course.
Varsity Girls Soccer Tops Chapelgate 9-3

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Indian Creek Parents and Faculty Embark on a Wondrous Journey at Creek Connections Social

Indian Creek parents and faculty members gathered together to embark upon “a wondrous journey of hopes, and dreams, and aspirations…together as a community” the evening of Thursday, August 31, at the annual Creek Connections and Cocktails parent social.
Coastal Ecology BLinc Students Conduct Field Research on Restricted Wallops Island
Freshman Lacrosse Phenom Megan Bunker Tours Cheshire, England, with Crosse Over Team

Indian Creek freshman Megan Bunker embarked on a 15 day tour this summer, playing against the best teams in the Cheshire region of the north of England with the Crosse Over Team from Anne Arundel County.
Jordan McDonald '17 Published in Teen Vogue

Recent Indian Creek School graduate, Jordan McDonald '17 won the Teen Vogue Black History Month essay contest for her essay "The Light Behind Us."
Kelly Bryant and Sarah Allen '01 Present at National Science Teachers Association STEM Forum

Faculty members Kelly Bryant (Pre-K) and Sarah Allen '01 (first grade) presented at the National Science Teachers Association STEM Forum in Orlando, Florida, in July.
Upper School Performing Arts Faculty Members Study on Broadway

Upper School Performing Arts faculty members Jill Woodward and Matt McCormick participated in the Broadway Teachers Workshop in New York City, where they had the opportunity to study songwriting with the composers of Disney's "Frozen," freestyle rap and dance with original "Hamilton" cast members, and many other renowned theater professionals.

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Faculty Collaborative Professional Development Day (NO SCHOOL for Students)

Kids After Hours Open.
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23

Grades 2-6 Make-Up MAP Testing

MAP Testing will be grouped by grades (ex: 2 days of 2nd grade testing, 3 days of 3rd grade testing, etc)
Week of April 22: Make-Up Testing
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23

French III Trip to the World War II Memorial & Sofi's Crepes
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23

Grades 7 & 8 Advisory to The Light House of Annapolis

Miles Advisory

Students return to ICS at 12:30 for lunch and resume classes at 1:00 p.m.

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