Hello! My name is Kara Lucht and my daughter, Hallie, is a day student and member of the Class of 2029. Hallie and I live in Cheshire, CT with my husband, Justin, and son C.J. who is part of the Class of 2027 at Avon Old Farms. In addition to being a Parent Ambassador, I am involved in the EWS Parents Association which plans various events for the girls during the year, participate in various prospective and new student events, and am always eager to help in any capacity that I can.

As a Walker’s graduate, the school has been special to me for over 25 years. However, when the time came to start talking about options for high school, the decision was 100% Hallie’s. She chose Walker’s not only for the strong academics that will prepare her for college and beyond, but because she wanted to be part of a diverse and supportive community that offers endless opportunities to try new things. From the first moment Hallie stepped on campus, she was welcomed and embraced by the community, and she knew there was no other place she wanted to be.

At Walker’s, Hallie has found a place where she can grow and be confident both academically and athletically. She is not afraid to ask questions or seek extra help when needed. Hallie has stepped out of her comfort zone both in and out of the classroom and developed close bonds with students, teachers, and coaches along the way.

At Walker’s, Hallie started dance again for the first time she was 8 years old.  Even though she was basically back to being a beginner, she felt comfortable that she could explore something “new” without feeling self-conscious. Hallie is also part of Grapes, the school’s A Capella group. Without the encouragement and the right amount of pushing she needed from her Chorus teacher, she would never even have auditioned for the group much less felt confident enough to perform a solo part at their recent competition.

We love just being on the Walker’s campus whenever we can! Aside from the beautiful grounds and facilities, it is a warm and welcoming atmosphere where faculty, students, and parents always make us feel like a part of the community.