Upper School

Grades Nine - Twelve

Fostering Independence

The Gilman Upper School prepares young men to build the world of tomorrow. Students engage in a timeless and challenging college-preparatory program that emphasizes strong work ethic, critical thinking skills, effective oral and written communication, and lifelong enjoyment of intellectual pursuits.

Students must take five major courses each semester (English, mathematics, foreign language, lab science, history). They must also complete courses in art, music, and religion, participate in either interscholastic or intramural athletics, and complete 50 hours of community service during their Upper School careers. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered in numerous disciplines, and a coordinate program allows students to take courses at Bryn Mawr School (BMS) and Roland Park Country School (RPCS).

Educating the whole boy reaches beyond classroom learning. A robust leadership development program and special lectures, along with daily assemblies, bring real-world situations and applications to life. Our Device of Choice (D.O.C.) program enables boys to best utilize the skills necessary to learn in the 21st century. Various extra curricular activities give boys the chance to try almost anything in a comfortable and collegial environment.

Upper School Stories

11 Seniors Inducted into Cum Laude Society

These seniors have been inducted into the Cum Laude Society: Clark Dowling, William Dowling, Charles East, Noah Jun, Steven Li, John Maragakis, Nischal Pandey, Simon Warfield, Tyler Witherspoon, Lucas Yim, and Morgan Zinn. Congratulations gentlemen!

Natl. Museum of African American History and Culture

C.I.E. Night with Robert Wilkins, Thursday, October 25

The Office of Community, Inclusion, and Equity (C.I.E.) invites faculty, staff, and parents to join author Robert Wilkins on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. in Centennial Hall. He will be discussing his book: Long Road to Hard Truth: The 100 Year Mission to Create the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Admission is free. Please register here to let us know that you plan to attend.

Study-travel Program for Summer 2019

Gilman’s robust study-travel program endeavors to engage students in the world through international travel. Our aim is to best prepare our boys to become citizens of the global community, 7.13 billion strong and growing. Here is information about eight opportunities, including dates for parent info sessions.

National Merit Semifinalists are Announced

Seven members of the senior class have been named National Merit Semifinalists. Congratulations to: Clark Dowling, Will Dowling, Alex Duh, Charlie East, Noah Jun, Alan Wang, and Morgan Zinn. Well done!

2019 Cynosure yearbook recognition ad deadline is Nov. 12

Varsity Sports: Week Ending Oct. 13

Here is a summary of last week's varsity cross country, football, soccer, water polo and volleyball events.

Game Changers: Volunteer Opportunity

Students aged 15+ can be a camp counselor for a day in this Living Classrooms program that provides health and wellness programs for Baltimore City students on days when schools are closed. Stay all day or choose a morning or afternoon shift. Dates are available from October 18 through June 15. Sign up here.

Leadership Training Across Divisions

On a recent Saturday the Middle School held an Affinity Leadership Retreat. While there are many things a student might choose to do on a weekend other than return to school, nearly 60 boys participated. Facilitated by ten Upper School affinity group leaders, the event was designed to encourage dialogue across divisions and set the standard for affinity groups in the Gilman community. Learn more.