Every October 11, the world recognizes the International Day of the Girl—a day to celebrate the strength, creativity, and potential of girls everywhere. For the Ashley Hall community, it’s also a moment to pause and reflect on what we see happening here every day: girls who lead with confidence, think critically, and uplift one another. 

A Global Message, Lived Locally

This year’s global theme reminds us that when girls are given the tools and support to succeed, they don’t just imagine a better world—they build it. At Ashley Hall, that belief is more than an ideal; it’s our daily reality. Whether through spirited classroom discussions, innovative STEAM projects, or moments of mentorship between younger and older students, our girls learn that their voices matter and that they have the power to create change.

As proud members of the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS), Ashley Hall is part of a global network of more than 500 schools dedicated to advancing girls’ education and leadership. Through shared research and collaboration, the ICGS amplifies what we know to be true: girls’ schools provide environments where students are more likely to develop confidence, take on leadership roles, and engage deeply in STEM subjects. That global connection reminds our students that they belong to something bigger—a worldwide community of girls who are learning, leading, and lifting one another up.

For families interested in learning more about the global movement behind this day, UNICEF

 and UN Women offer powerful stories and data on the impact of empowering girls through education and opportunity.

Celebrating Our Community of Changemakers

The International Day of the Girl is also a celebration of the community that surrounds and uplifts each Ashley Hall student—our faculty, families, and alumnae who champion the belief that girls who have the will have the ability. Together, we’re not just preparing students for the future; we’re equipping them to shape it.

Every classroom discussion, performance, athletic competition, and community service project reflects that purpose. We see it in the curiosity of a Lower School scientist, the compassion of a Middle School mentor, and the determination of an Upper School scholar ready to take on the world.

Honoring the Mission

As we join the global community in recognizing this special day, we celebrate the girls who inspire us daily—and the shared mission that unites us as an Ashley Hall family.

Because when girls are empowered to lead, supported by a community that believes in them, their potential is limitless.

Happy International Day of the Girl from all of us at Ashley Hall!