Meet Milton Hershey. He was a chocolatier, businessman, and philanthropist. Hershey pioneered the manufacture of caramel as well as mass-producing milk chocolate, which previously had been a luxury good. In third grade Grant researched Milton Hershey and hopes to create great things like him. At PS, we encourage students to Think.Make.Talk. See how this creative, entrepreneurial spirit unfolds in the life of our alum, Elliott Roddy (‘03).   

Meet Clara Barton. A pioneering nurse, humanitarian, and the founder of the American Red Cross. During the Civil War, she fearlessly brought medical care and supplies directly to soldiers on the battlefield, earning the nickname "Angel of the Battlefield." In third grade, Julia researched Clara Barton and was inspired by her unwavering compassion and courage. At PS, we cultivate compassion in our students, encouraging them to recognize the needs of others and respond with kindness, empathy, and action. See how a compassionate spirit continues to shape the life of our alum, Anna Brown ('17).

Meet Davy Crockett. He was an American frontiersman, soldier, and statesman known for his adventurous spirit, resilience, and commitment to serving his community. In third grade, Everett researched Davy Crockett and was inspired by his fearless leadership and pioneering spirit. At PS, we encourage students to courageously consider others before themselves, leading with conviction even when the path is uncertain. See how this courageous call unfolds in the life of our alum, Alex Patman (’22).

Meet Mother Theresa. She was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun and is now a Catholic saint. A Nobel Peace Prize recipient, she founded the Missionaries of Charity, a religious congregation dedicated to serving "the poorest of the poor." In third grade, Charlotte researched Mother Theresa and is inspired to love love deeply like her. At PS we encourage students to reflect God’s love through compassion. See how the influence of people and places shapes the life of our alum, Chandni Jaggi (‘08).

Meet Jeff Kinney. He is the bestselling author and illustrator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, inspiring millions of young readers through humor, creativity, and relatable storytelling. His journey reminds us that a willingness to keep creating can turn simple ideas into something extraordinary. In third grade, James researched Jeff Kinney and was inspired to dream big and share his own creative ideas with the world. At PS, we encourage students to embrace their unique talents and continue growing as lifelong learners. See how this spirit of learning takes alum, Isabelle DeGrange ('22) to new heights.

Meet Jane Goodall. She was a leading British primatologist, ethologist, and anthropologist. After studying the social interactions of wild chimpanzees for 60 years, she is the world's expert on chimpanzees.  In third grade, Rayne researched Jane and hopes to cherish all living things like her. At PS, we encourage students to respect each other and the environment. See how a spirit of gratitude and appreciation resurrects new life in our alum, Tessa Downey ('19).