A University of Pittsburgh program is making it possible for Ellis students to engage directly in scientific research and better understand the concept of evolution in real time.

On an April morning in Middle School Computer Science Teacher Patrick Fagersten’s class, sixth graders huddled around their computers getting ready to play video games. But first, they have to design the games—and then code them—and then test them.

Ellis students, faculty and staff are patching together a creative quilting project that will bring together all three Divisions. The project, which grew out of an idea pitched during an Ellis Parent Association (EPA) meeting, is a way for each member of the community to share a bit of art that’s representative of themselves or something they enjoy—and that tells the story of the Ellis community in the process.

The Ellis Parent Association’s annual Black History Month Celebration is Thursday, Feb. 6, and will once again deliver a unique and engaging way for the Ellis community to celebrate an important culture and history.

Six schools and 115 student guests visited Ellis in January to participate in the 21st Culture Jam, Ellis’ annual student-led and produced conference focused on diversity.

When there’s a need in the community, Ellis girls step up.

After spending much of her career in management consulting and human-centered design strategy in large IT enterprises, Cally MYHRUM ’06 didn’t have working in the insurance industry on her radar.