Often students yearn to pursue a special talent or passion—and to make this possible, the School created Independent Projects. Taking the place of a regular afternoon activity, the program is open to upperclassmen who have shown both long-term commitment and excellence in a pursuit—for example, filmmaking, instrumental music, songwriting, poetry writing, photography, painting, or singing. They must also have completed their riding and athletic team requirements.

Most Independent Projects culminate in a performance or presentation before the School community—perhaps a gallery opening, photo exhibit, or a brief concert to demonstrate and illuminate the work the student has completed.