Our Stories
The Nature of Art & Engineering
Through observation and a steady sketchbook, Siri Herlevsen offers the engineering team something no software can replicate: intuition for how a vessel should feel.
The Olympics of the Mind
Miller School biology students excel in British Biology Olympiad.
Richie Parker Speaks at Miller School
Guest speaker Richie Parker, a former NASCAR engineer and University of Virginia football Chief of Staff, challenged Miller School students to think carefully about confidence, courage, and problem-solving.
Where Hands & Heart Take Root
Tam Coe just threw the biggest party of the year. Find out what he learned from the experience and why he thinks MSA’s farm is one of the most special places on the Hill.
Pluto is Made of Concrete
If Pluto was made of concrete would it float? Find out in this amazing photo journal of our Maverick Engineers in action this spring.
A Need …for Speed
Nick Wilber’s quest for speed leads to shattered prototypes, innovative fixes, and a semester of hands-on engineering lessons.
Fishing for an Adventure
Liam Lane designs and builds his own canoe and fly-fishing rod for summer adventures.
Maverick Mechanic
Maximus Rojas is a maverick. He looks at things differently than most. He sees the extraordinary in the ordinary because he is willing to open things up, figure out how they work, and use his know-how to make them better.
Return of the Farm
Fashaya Hufnagel returns Miller School to its roots with Sustainable Agriculture program.
Aquaponics Expands Garden
Student-built aquaponics adds alternative garden to farming program.
Engineering Halloween Costumes
Miller School Engineering students added a touch of magic to their design and building process.
Concrete Canoe Mavericks
Check out the concrete canoe team in action. Videos, photos, and story about the team’s adventures this season.
Concrete Canoe Goes to College
Engineering team makes history and a splash in the collegiate world of concrete canoe racing. VIEW
MSA’s New Engineering Maverick
The Miller School Applied Engineering Program has a new Maverick. Civil engineer and experienced engineering teacher, Rich Magee, joins Christine Zito and Tom Kotol in the Applied Engineering program.