Meet our tour guides

Involvement: Riding, Spring Musical, Yoga

“My name is Ada and I am class of 2028. I came to Walker’s my freshman year and am part of the riding team as well as the spring musical! I am currently a boarder in mountain view. Why I wanted to become a Cicerone was because I want to show prospective students how much Walker’s has positively impacted my life, and how much it could impact theirs as well!”

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Involvement: Riding, Cross Country, and Swimming.

“Im Scarlett and this is my 3rd year at Walker’s and now Im in 11th grade. I am so happy to be a Cicerone because Walker’s has given me so many opportunities not just to grow as a student, but also as a leader, a friend, and a member of a truly special community. Being a Cicerone allows me to give back by sharing that experience with others. If I can help even one person see how welcoming, empowering, and inspiring our community is, then I know I’ve made a difference.”

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Involvement: Varsity soccer, Varsity Swim, Varsity Lacrosse, WAB, and Athlete Mental Health.

“I arrived at Walker’s going into my freshman year. Being a Cicerone is important to be because I get to interact with possible incoming families and to show off all that Walkers has to offer. Also, being a leader on campus has enhanced my confidence and has allowed me the opportunity to be the best version of myself I can be.”

 

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Involvement: Equestrian Co-Captain and Investment Co-Head.

“My name is Charlotte and I am starting my third year at Walker’s. I love being a Cicerone because I can share my thoughts on why Walker’s is a great fit for me and many others. It helped guide me into the confident and enthusiastic student I am today.”

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Involvement: Cross Country Captain, Junior Class Administrator, Model United Nations Head, My Sister’s Place CP Head, Students Demand Action Head, Fashion & Crochet Club Head, Student Advancement Ambassador, Cicerone, Northfield League, Jewish Student Union, LASO (Latinx and Hispanic Affinity), She Leads Justice CP, Lettuce Head Club, African Drumming, Ice Skating Club, Science Club, Archives Club, and Writing Fellow

“Hello, I’m Judith! I’m a junior and a day student. I joined Walker’s last year as a sophomore, and even though I didn’t know anyone at first, I immediately felt at home in the school community. Since then, I’ve discovered so much about myself here! I became a Cicerone because I want prospective students to feel welcome and supported as they explore whether Walker’s is the right place for them. My goal is to highlight the school honestly while keeping your interests in mind. Most of all, I hope to be a friendly face you can easily talk to and ask questions. I can’t wait to meet you!“

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Involvement: Varsity Soccer, Varsity Lacrosse, Winter Play, Arts, and Student Athlete Scholar.

“Hello! My name is Amelia Forde and I’m in my sophomore year of high school. I started at The Ethel Walker School as a 7th grader, but because my mom Ms. Forde works here, I’ve been on campus since before I could walk. I’m also am a student athlete, and I participate in both sports and theater. I really love how welcoming Walkers’ Athletics are! The community overall is super welcoming. One of my favorite times of the week is morning meeting when we all get together to share each others successes.”

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Involvement: Soccer, Swim, Lacrosse, Orchestra, African Drumming, and Sax City.

“I entered Walker’s in my sophomore year. I knew immediately that as soon as I entered Walker’s, I wanted to be a Cicerone. The love and sense of belonging I felt in my first couple of days, whether it was on the field, eating lunch with my new friends, or in class, was something I had never truly experienced. I want other individuals to feel the same sense of belonging that I feel here. Everyone deserves to experience a community like Walker’s, and I want to help them make the right choice for them. I want to show prospective families everything the Walker’s community has to offer, from rigorous academic courses, musical opportunities, sports facilities, and so much more!”

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Involvement: "Swimming, Cross Country, Orchestra, ASC "Hi, I’m Sophie! I first entered Walker’s as an eighth-grader. Trying to understand a community in an hour tour can be difficult. As a Cicerone, I want to give you everything you need from a student’s perspective to make that process easier. Always feel free to ask questions during your tour!"

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What is your favorite class and why?

I love English because it’s very discussion based. This allows me to not only learn from my teacher but also from the perspectives of my peers. The seats are also arranged so that the speaker is always visible. This way, everyone can be heard.

What is a unique experience you've had at Walker's that you didn't think you'd be involved in when arriving at Walker's?

I definitely never thought that I’d be able to take a poker course. Every year, the entire school participates in Lacuna. Lacuna is a week long break from our standard classes. Instead, seniors teach their own courses of life skills. Last year I was fortunate enough to learn penny poker.

What is your favorite part of your typical day at Walker's? What do you look forward to every day?

My favorite part of the day is spending time with my advisor. She’s the wisest, funniest person I know and I learn something new each time I see her. (Plus she gives really great hugs.)

Involvement: Co-Head of BSU, Varsity Field Hockey, Varsity Lacrosse, Northfield League Member, Justice League Member, Athlete Mental Health Club Member, and Varsity Basketball Manager.

“Hi! My name is Pe’yton McLeish, and I’m in the class of 2027. I came to Walker’s as a freshman, and from the moment I toured campus, I knew I wanted to be a Cicerone. I love showing people the parts of our school that make it special—from the coolest hangout spots to hidden gems around campus. Being a Cicerone lets me share my excitement for Walker’s with others, and I can’t wait to help new students feel welcome and inspired!”

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Involvement: Varsity Soccer, Varsity Lacrosse, Winter Yoga, Investment Club, and Northfield League Member.

“Hi! My name is Emma Mazur. I am a junior and this is my third year at Walker’s. I became a Cicerone so that I can make an impact on this community by creating a welcoming environment for current and perspective students. I believe that Cicerones should represent the community and show exactly how friendly Walker’s truly is.”

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Involvement: Student Advancement Ambassador, Co-head of the Groutfit’s Club, and the head of our Anti-Racism Alliance on campus. I also swim in the winter and will play tennis in the spring!

“I came to Walker’s as a freshman and was nervous to enter a brand new high school, but I quickly learned that Walker’s was my new home (even though I am a day student!). I hope that as a Cicerone, I can show prospective families how tight-knit our community is and how many opportunities open up as a student here.”

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Involvement: Varsity Field Hockey, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Lacrosse, Co-Head of Special Olympics Basketball, and African Drumming.

“Hi! My name is Abby Spencer. I am a junior day student from Granby, CT, and I’ve been at Walker’s since my freshman year. I am a member of varsity field hockey, varsity basketball, and varsity lacrosse. I am also a co-head of the Community Partnership Special Olympics Basketball program, where we play basketball with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. In my free time, I love spending time with my friends and family, playing with my dogs, baking, cleaning, and playing basketball. I think being a Cicerone is important because it allows me to share my love for Walker’s and help prospective families feel welcomed and informed. When families visit, my goal is to show them how Walker’s is a supportive, empowering community where every student can grow, be challenged, truly be themselves, and feel at home.”

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Involvement: Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Swim, Varsity Softball, Weekend Activities Rep, African Drumming, and DECA

“Hi! My name is Maeve Sullivan, and I am a junior day student from West Simsbury. I joined the Walker’s community as a freshman. Being a Cicerone is important because they get to share their love for the community with prospective families. When I toured Walker’s, the welcome I received drew me to the school, and I love to return the favor to others. I would love to show all prospective families my favorite parts of our beautiful campus.”

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Involvement: Drama Club Head, Theatre (Plays and Musicals), Writing Fellow, Community Partnership Head (ENGin), Northfield League Member, and currently doing fall dance

“I entered Walker’s in 6th grade, but I have lived on campus in faculty housing since 4th grade. My parents are Dr. Thacker and Ms. Harris-Thacker, and my sister graduated class of ’24. I love being a Cicerone because I have a unique experience when it comes to Walker’s students, given that when I started school here I knew almost everyone and I babysat some of the faculty kids (I still do, and I also cat-sit!). With my experience, I can talk about campus life pretty well and I can bring to the conversation things my parents have talked about with me, like community partnerships, the archives, and aspects of our community that they love. I aim to show perspective families that Walker’s is a second home, and that our community is incredible. When I was a perspective student, I was really scared to try new things and go to an all-girls school, because I had grown up attending public schools my whole life. Coming to Walker’s made me step outside my comfort zone, and helped me try new things that I would never have if I went to school anywhere else. Coming to Walker’s was my first time trying theatre, and now it’s a core part of my identity.”

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Involvement: Dance and Theater

“I entered Walker’s in 7th grade. Being a Cicerone is really important because in being one, you get to have a very big impact on the students applying and get to see them really become interested in The School on their tour. It’s really one of the highlights being a Cicerone!”

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Involvement: Cross Country, Basketball, Softball, Student Athlete Mental Health Club, Bell Choir, Head of Faith and Foundations Club, Co-Head of Special Olympics Basketball, EWAC, Writing Fellow.

Hi! My name is Lily, and I joined Walker’s as a ninth grader after touring the school and realizing it was a place where I could grow into the best version of myself. Being a Cicerone is important because we get to show prospective families what Walker’s is all about and highlight all the great opportunities it offers. The campus is a big deciding factor in choosing a school, and since our campus is already amazing, all we need to do is present it in a welcoming and positive way. I aim to show prospective families all the unique aspects that make Walker’s so special, such as the opportunities, the friendly people, and the dedicated teachers and coaches.”

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Involvement: Orchestra, Chamber, Squash, Volleyball, Riding, Theater, ASC

“Hi, I’m Maggie. I entered Walker’s as a freshman. I love having conversations with people and make friends with them. I’m a flute player and a squash player, and I truly enjoy participating and have been persisting in these activities for a long time. Being a cicerone is so important for me and I can’t wait to introduce Walker’s to you and share my amazing life here at The School!”

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