News Detail
A Note from Nicole Escudero Christenson
I recently came across a post by psychologist Adam Grant (linked here) that stuck with me. He suggested asking kids two simple weekly questions: “Who did you help this week?” and “Who helped you?” These questions shift the focus from achievement to empathy and connection—two traits we deeply value in our community. Research shows that when schools and families intentionally promote kindness and inclusion, it helps prevent unkind behavior and builds a stronger, more compassionate culture. Thank you for partnering with us to raise kind, thoughtful young people.
Back
The Hockaday School
Within the private school community, The Hockaday School is an independent college-preparatory day school for girls from grades PK–12 located in Dallas, Texas. Students realize their limitless potential through challenging academic curricula, arts, athletics, and extracurricular programs so that they are inspired to lead lives of purpose and impact.
The Hockaday School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its educational, admissions, financial aid, athletic, and other policies and programs.
The Hockaday School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its educational, admissions, financial aid, athletic, and other policies and programs.