Construction Update

Hathaway Brown is delighted to see the wonderful progress of the extensive Primary School renovation currently underway on campus. Built in 1926, Raymond Hall was HB’s dormitory until 1972 when it became the Primary School. The building holds special memories for many, and efforts are being made to preserve its unique qualities while also modernizing it to meet the needs of the next generation of students.

The new renovations will mean state-of-the-art primary and early childhood classrooms, a welcoming and inspiring Outcalt Family Primary Atrium, a cutting-edge science lab, an inspirational art center, the Ann Rittinger Peterson ’46

Family Music Room, and the Clara Taplin Rankin ‘34 Indoor Playroom. The Jeschelnig Family Library and “Granny’s Gift” Reading Room will be the heart of the building, along with the warm and welcoming Admissions Suite, a gift of Michael and Danielle Horvitz Weiner ‘00, for families. The specialty teaching spaces being created will have the power to support and inspire groundbreaking curriculum and research. It is truly spectacular!

Some important improvements will include new HVAC systems, new electric, new fire suppression systems, new air purification, and making sure our facilities are in ADA compliance and of the highest standards. And, YES! - there will be air conditioning in Prime!

“We look forward to utilizing our new spaces in the 2024-2025 school year,” Dr. Bisselle shares. “I am thankful to our donors who recognized the importance of having trailblazing learning environments that support our new strategic plan’s vision: ‘Hathaway Brown will build a transformational model to educate girls, so that graduates are emboldened to define their own futures, thrive and lead in a dynamic world.’”

These important improvements are made possible through HB’s Lighting the Way campaign and generous donors. Those interested in learning more can contact Hannah Ruddock at 216-320-8766 or email hruddock@hb.edu.

Primary School Named Rooms

Dan and Ann Lust Bernstein ‘55 The Robin’s Nest

Mary A. Bruner ‘44 Classroom

Gail Hipp Cooke ‘60 Numbers Nook

Granny’s Gift Reading Room

Mary T. Herrick Associate Head’s Office

Jeschelnig Family Library

Rob and Catherine Herrick Levy ‘93 Faculty Workroom

The Marge and Dan Moore Makerspace

Outcalt Family Primary School Atrium

Elizabeth Endicott Rands ‘62 Classroom

Clara Taplin Rankin ‘34 Indoor Play Room

The Ann Rittinger Petersen ‘46 Family Music Room

Michael and Danielle Horvitz Weiner ‘00 Reception and Admissions Suite

Wise Sisters Classroom