At The Orchard School, we believe students should have a voice in telling the story of the place they love. The Orchard Core, part of our Middle School Student Leadership program, gives students the opportunity to do just that. From developing ideas and organizing interviews to writing stories, taking photographs, filming and editing videos, students have their hands in every part of the creative process. Most importantly, they bring their own personalities, interests, and perspectives to the stories they share with the Orchard community and prospective families.

With guidance from Orchard's Marketing and Communications department and Student Leadership Coordinator, students create content for Orchard's website, social media, and other communications. Their work reaches real audiences, giving them opportunities to work alongside adults, meet deadlines, build confidence, and see their ideas become professionally published stories and videos. These experiences help students develop skills in communication, collaboration, journalism, and digital media while creating a portfolio of work they can be proud of and potentially share as part of future high school applications and resumes. Along the way, they also learn about digital citizenship and how to use technology thoughtfully, responsibly, and for good.