Parker Bushnell ’12: The Alum Influencing Utah Sports Retail
Release Date: 02/28/2025
Mick Gee Reflects on First Five Years as Head of School
Rowland Hall Stories
This week, Mick Gee celebrated his fifth anniversary as head of school. In honor of this milestone, Mick reflected on some of his biggest projects during his first five years at Rowland Hall and what lies in the school's bright future.
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Third Graders Partner with Pingree Peers
Rowland Hall Stories
To foster a stronger, more inclusive community, teacher Hannah Ruske and her third-grade class partnered with students at the Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning during the 2024–2025 school year. Learn about their experience—and how you, too, can work to make the world more welcoming for every type of learner. A note on the language used in this episode: While there are multiple ways to identify as Autistic, Rowland Hall has chosen to use the identity-first language that many Autistic adults advocate for. We have also chosen to capitalize Autism and Autistic in the linked story to...
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Middle School Aviation: A Gateway to Deep Learning
Rowland Hall Stories
Since 2009, Middle School aviation classes have been popular among students, offering many fun, hands-on opportunities to learn the scientific and mathematical principles behind flying.
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Unlocking Imagination Through Loose Parts Play
Rowland Hall Stories
Crates become robots. Toy ducks become cars. Fabric becomes water. When it comes to loose parts play, a child's imagination leads the way. Discover how our 3PreK classes embrace this creativity-fueled play and why it's so important for childhood development.
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The Next Chapter: Computer Science Added to Advanced Research Program
Rowland Hall Stories
The Upper School's Advanced Research program took an exciting leap forward this year with the launch of AR Computational and Mathematical Sciences, the newest opportunity for students eager to engage in self-directed, college-level research—now in the dynamic field of computer science.
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Innovation Meets Action at Rowland Hall’s Center for Community Impact
Rowland Hall Stories
Launched in spring 2024, Rowland Hall's Center for Community Impact is supporting the school's goal to be an indispensable partner in our region. Learn more about the center's work, including the many ways it provides students with opportunities to connect with local changemakers.
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Middle Schoolers Take On the World at Model UN Conference
Rowland Hall Stories
This February, 16 Rowland Hall students—and 1,300 participants from around the world—gathered for this year's Model United Nations conference in New York City, an incredible simulation of international collaboration.
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Upper School Independent Projects Expand Authentic Learning Opportunities
Rowland Hall Stories
Imagine trying out your dream career, or practicing the skills you'll need to live abroad, all as part of your student experience. At Rowland Hall, opportunities like these come to life through Upper School independent projects. Join us to learn about three of those projects—and their many benefits.
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Fourth Graders Collaborate with Former Utah Symphony Oboist on Great Salt Lake Song
Rowland Hall Stories
What do you get when you combine a transformative learning experience with the chance to work with a local composer? Ask this year's fourth graders, who recently helped create a new song advocating for the Great Salt Lake, as well as premiered that song for the community.
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Parker Bushnell ’12: The Alum Influencing Utah Sports Retail
Rowland Hall Stories
Since graduating from Rowland Hall in 2012, Parker Bushnell has made a name for himself in Utah's professional sports retail world. As senior director of retail for Rank + Rally, Parker oversees the creation, distribution, and sales of merchandise for the Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club, making it possible for fans to take home a piece of the action.
info_outlineSince graduating from Rowland Hall in 2012, Parker Bushnell has made a name for himself in Utah's professional sports retail world. As senior director of retail for Rank + Rally, Parker oversees the creation, distribution, and sales of merchandise for the Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club, making it possible for fans to take home a piece of the action.