The arts have always been a very important part of my life, whether on stage performing a solo, or part of a larger cast, Govs has given me the opportunity to further my craft. Having the support of both faculty and friends has made my time at Govs so rewarding. Having the chance to expand my horizons on stage and learn from so many gifted people who really care, gives me tremendous confidence to reach further than I thought possible.

Living in our dorms reinforces the most important values in the Governor’s community.  It is here where our students learn to exercise their independence, generate meaningful and lasting relationships, maintain their own spaces, develop their unique process of studying, and learn the most valuable lessons about community living, from the mundane tasks of dorm jobs to the most important lessons about trust, empathy, and respect.

The Afternoon Program teaches life lessons—teamwork, hard work, discipline, and goal setting. As individuals or together, onfield or onstage, our students spend their afternoons learning to achieve.

The moment I first stepped onto the Govs campus as a new junior, I was stepping outside of my comfort zone. I did not know a single person. The soccer, baseball, and basketball teams created a sense of family not only on the field and court but also in the dorms, dining-hall, and around campus. Playing helped me become a better man, student, and friend, and gave me friendships to last a lifetime.

Living in the dorm is like having a sleepover with your best friends every night. Not only have I learned to share my living space with other girls, I have learned that there will always be someone there for me. From my dorm parent, my neighbors, and my Proctor, I am reassured every day that I am never alone.

A common myth about teaching history is that we focus exclusively on the past. In actuality, I want my students to think about the present and future, as we engage in discussions about how the past excluded so many of us because of our race, gender, and sexual orientation. This is part of the work in being an equitable and inclusive community.

Govs creates nurturing, inclusive spaces for students of all levels to explore, fail, express, question, experiment, and create. Everyone feels at home in the arts buildings. The arts are a vibrant part of campus life and enrich the Govs experience.

Everywhere you go at Govs, there’s something to discover—whether it be in the classroom, on the stage, or in the dance studio. I was able to take my middle school theater experience to a whole new level with the support of the casts and directors of the productions that I’ve been a part of. The variety of science courses at Govs has expanded my knowledge and solidified my interest in pursuing a career in engineering. At Govs, I’m able to be a scientist, a performer—and have a great time!