WISE PROGRAMThrough a partnership with The Johns Hopkins University, the Women In Science and Engineering (WISE) program at Garrison Forest School allows juniors and seniors to gain real world experience in a wide variety of fields. Celebrating its 20th year this year, WISE is much more than working on world-class research projects; it brings students out of the classroom and into the lab, providing an opportunity to dive deeper into their areas of interest and experience working in a lab as a real contributor.WISE participants conduct important research side-by-side with Hopkins professors and graduate students for two afternoons a week for about 15 weeks of a semester. This customized experience guides students through all aspects of assisting in a research lab, giving them the opportunity to learn at a level normally reserved for graduate school. WISE is housed under The James Center at Garrison Forest, which connects students with hands-on learning programs. Andrea Perry, Director of The James Center, Dean of Special Programs and coordinator of WISE, notes “WISE gives students the chance to be tested on the real world stage as they develop confidence, communication skills and practical lab experience.”This article is part of the 2024-2025 Guide to Baltimore Independent Schools.