The Key School

One chapter closes, but the story is just beginning. ✨

Today we celebrate the Key School Class of 2026, graduates who have grown through curiosity, challenge, discovery, and connection. As they turn the page to their next chapter, we congratulate them on all they have accomplished and look forward to all that lies ahead.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓

Blue skies, big smiles, and nonstop fun! ☀️ Our Lower School students celebrated the last day of school with an action-packed Field Day full of energy, teamwork, laughter, and a little friendly competition. What a fantastic way to wrap up an incredible year! Big shout-out to Mr. Jonnie, who orchestrated today's fun, and to the whole Lower School, who helped make it happen.

Check out Key senior Maebelle Stern’s profile in What’s Up? Annapolis, highlighting her exceptional swimming career, commitment to excellence, and plans to continue her academic and athletic journey at Columbia University next year.

Congratulations, Maebelle, on this well-deserved recognition!

🔗Check out the full article: https://magazine.whatsupmag.com/issue/whats-up-annapolis/june-2026/meet-maebelle-stern-of-key-school?cs=library

🌊 Learning Beyond the Classroom at Assateague Island 🏕️

Key’s 11th graders recently completed an unforgettable four-day Outdoor Education and Integrated Science experience at Assateague Island State Park, where science came to life through hands-on exploration, collaboration, and reflection.

Students immersed themselves in field studies across four distinct ecosystems—dunes, ocean, marsh, and forest—gathering observations and data that will shape their final Integrated Science: Systems projects. From studying the interconnectedness of barrier island environments to experiencing the challenges and rewards of camping together, the trip blended academic rigor with personal growth.

The experience also created meaningful space for the Class of 2027 to begin reflecting on their transition into senior year, culminating in a powerful closing circle on the beach.

At Key, learning extends far beyond the classroom walls, and this transformative trip is a cornerstone of that journey.

📸 Credit: Jarrod Brown

Sneak peek from dress rehearsal! 👀🐷🕸️

Key Middle School Theater presents Charlotte’s Web tonight and Thursday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Activity Building. Join Wilbur, Fern, Templeton, and Charlotte for a timeless story of friendship, heart, and a few happy tears.

Appropriate for all ages. Key students, faculty, and staff attend free. General admission tickets are $10 at the door.

Break a leg!

A HUGE thank you to our student organizers, family volunteers, and everyone who shared the traditions, food, music, and cultures that make our community so vibrant at this year’s Cultural Fair!!

We are grateful for the opportunity to learn from one another and celebrate the many backgrounds and experiences that enrich Key School every day.

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Join us at Zuckerman’s Farm! 🐷🕸️

Key Middle School Theater presents Charlotte’s Web on Wednesday, May 20 & Thursday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Activity Building. Follow Wilbur, Fern, Templeton, and Charlotte through this timeless story of friendship, heart, and a few happy tears.

Appropriate for all ages. Key students, faculty, and staff attend free. General admission tickets are $10 online through May 19 or at the door.

🌟 Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week at Key! 🌟

To our extraordinary faculty and staff: we are deeply grateful for all that you do.

Every day, you inspire discovery, nurture confidence, and create meaningful connections that stay with students far beyond the classroom. Through your encouragement, dedication, and care, you help shape a community where every child feels seen, supported, and challenged to grow.

The work you do reaches far beyond lessons and assignments—it leaves a lasting imprint on hearts and minds alike. Your creativity, patience, and commitment make Key School a place of joy, belonging, and possibility.

This week, we honor and celebrate you. Thank you for the countless ways you make Key stronger, kinder, and brighter each day.

And we couldn’t let this day go by without saying a huge THANK YOU to all of the families who donated their time, resources and baking skills to show our incredible faculty and staff that they really are the best!

It truly takes a village to transform Key’s campus into the Annapolis Book Festival 📚. Together, we created a vibrant, welcoming space that brought nationally renowned authors to our community, connected thousands of book lovers, and offered families hours of entertainment, activities, music, and exceptional food.

Thank you to our Key parents who served on committees, volunteered throughout the day, greeted guests with warmth, contributed as authors and moderators, and assembled truly outstanding raffle baskets.

Thank you to our Key students who escorted authors, guided Festival-goers, and delighted our youngest visitors with face painting and children’s activities.

And thank you to our Key faculty and staff who organized and promoted the Festival, moderated panels, and helped make Key’s campus shine.

You are the community that makes the magic possible.