Departments
	Our upper school offers an exciting palette of electives which provide basic college preparatory courses and refine the technological skills so necessary for contemporary life. In all, we offer 49 major and 34 minor courses. Art and music may be arranged as majors. Advanced and independent work are available in most disciplines.Ninth grade features exchange programs in France and Mexico. Tenth graders immerse themselves in Greek studies, culminating with a daylong Dionysia of Greek drama, games and feast. A directed independent project, completed in the junior year, is required for graduation. Senior year is an exciting mix of challenging academics, college applications and a whirlwind of graduation activities. The Upper School program also provides countless leadership opportunities, numerous extra-curricular activities and diverse learning environments. Electives include involvement with Habitat for Humanity, tutoring programs both at GFS and in the community, internships in hospitals and national and international exchange programs. A novel elective is our Essentially English evening program involving students, parents, alumni and neighbors.