The Tice Family

“SMLS’ Signature programs gave my daughters incredible experiences that shaped their character and prepared them beautifully for their journey after graduation.”

The Arts and Design Signature Program at SMLS has a special place in the hearts of the Tice family. While each of their three daughters, Charlotte ‘19, Isabelle ‘21 and Sophia ‘24 have had different experiences and interests within the umbrella of the program, Arts and Design has had a significant impact on all of them.

“The program offered my girls opportunities that pushed them out of their comfort zone. I saw their confidence increase, as well as their willingness to try new things. Kids need to realize the benefits of the arts, and all the ways in which they can draw on those skills in all areas of their personal and professional lives,” said Anne-Marie Tice ‘90.

“Students today have a tendency towards traditional fields of study like business or science. But the world needs all sorts of people. No matter which path your child is interested in, the skills learned through the Arts and Design program are valuable and transferable in so many ways. There’s a safe space in Arts classes that allows students to explore and experience new things and realize potential inside themselves that they may never have otherwise realized. And, it provides the perfect outlet and balance in the midst of other classes such as AP Chemistry and Calculus.”

As one of SMLS’ Signature Programs, families have the opportunity to direct their donations to support the Arts and Design program. “We were shocked to learn that very few families choose to allocate their philanthropic support directly to the Arts. Through investing in the Arts and Design program, we hope that more students will be excited to pursue the arts, and in turn, more families in the SMLS community will be inspired to give to this fantastic program, its impressive drama productions and its incredible faculty, namely Mr. Tim Pace.”

“From Arts and Design to Global Citizenship to Professional Internship, SMLS’s signature programs gave my daughters incredible experiences that shaped their character and prepared them beautifully for their journey after graduation. I believe we made the absolute best choice for our girls.”

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