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Judith Mills
MILLS’ LEGACY LEAVES SYCAMORE STRONGER
“ When I started at Sycamore 19 years ago, there was no Theater, Gymnasium facility, Outdoor Lab, Middle School Commons, Innovation Lab, or Quest room. I hope that Sycamore continues to find ways to create a more eco-friendly and sustainable environment.”
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uch of the magic that happens at Sycamore occurs in the classroom. Students who have been at Sycamore for many years get to experience many different teachers who put a lot of thought into how to connect with every type of learner. One person who has quietly but strongly made a mark on hundreds of Sycamore students and their teachers is Judith Mills.
An engineer in her career before Sycamore, Mills has coordinated field trips and guest speakers. She has been the driving force behind the annual Girls Conference. She teaches Lower School science. She is the person behind the idea and implementation of the Outdoor Science Lab. There isn’t a student who graduates from Sycamore who hasn’t benefitted from the work Mills does. “I love developing and implementing new science labs or fine-tuning tried-and-true activities,” she says. “Kids thrive on the hands-on opportunities. Many students not only love to play and investigate in the Outdoor Lab, but it also helps them think beyond themselves.” Mills came to the school when she decided to bring sons, Ian (‘05) and Seth (’07), to
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