THE BOYS’ LATIN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND
Rising seniors EJ Hill and Charlie London credit Boys’ Latin’s tight-knit community for their academic growth and their courage to try new things.
EJ Hill participates in the Black Student Union (BSU), Laker Buddies, Spirit Club, Honor Board, baseball and wrestling. Arriving at Boys’ Latin, he found a mentor in Justin Fitch, middle school math teacher and the wrestling coach. With Fitch’s encouragement, EJ began wrestling and thrived, earning MVP honors last year. EJ believes the most valuable lesson he has learned is the importance of embracing new challenges. “Stepping out of your comfort zone is essential,” he says.
Asked what makes him proud to be a student at Boys’ Latin, EJ emphasized the diversity of views. “I like that I interact with different people with different perspectives,” he shared. This is what sets Boys’ Latin apart. Values extend beyond the classroom, creating a supportive and inclusive environment.
Charlie London is the student body president. A soccer, basketball, and tennis player, he participates in Investment, One Love, and Jewish Awareness clubs and Laker Buddies.
Charlie is proud of the relationships he has formed at Boys’ Latin. Alex Barron, upper school English teacher and his advisor, is a stand out mentor for Charlie. “Mr. Barron genuinely cares about me. He goes out of his way to talk to me and remembers things about my life. I see him as a mentor and a friend,” Charlie explained.
The biggest lessons Charlie has learned are to challenge himself academically and to cherish relationships. He feels one of the things that sets Boys’ Latin apart is the myriad opportunities the School offers. “The greatest experiences have been doing things I didn’t think I would enjoy, cherishing relationships and making time to spend with friends,” he emphasized.
This article is part of the 2024-2025 Guide to Baltimore Independent Schools.
