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PrincipalED: Conversations with Grace McCallum

From First Impressions to Leading the House: The Sisterhood of Branksome Boarding

October 27, 2025 • Grace McCallum/Branksome Hall • Season 2 • Episode 2

Get ready for an engaging and intimate look at life within Branksome Hall's Boarding community! In this special PrincipalED episode, Grace sits down with Kaitlyn, Arham, Angel, Titoluwa and Yuning, five of our Branksome boarders, who offer a genuine glimpse into their world.

Hear their first impressions of boarding life and how their perspectives have evolved, the sisterhood that makes Branksome Boarding truly special and how having a roommate can really elevate your communication skills!

Listen in as they discuss being role models for younger students, what they wish more people understood about boarding, and offer their best advice for students who might be interested in joining this unique community.

Thinking about boarding? They share how they knew they were ready and why you should consider it, making this episode a must-listen for prospective students, parents and educators alike.

Tune in for inspiration, insight and lots of laughs with this fun-loving group!

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