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Sensitive to the economic pressures we all face mutually, the Executive Board of AAPHSG has worked diligently to control the cost of membership dues. After cutting the budget everywhere we could, there’s no way around it. We must increase membership dues to sustain our operational costs, and to continue supporting our alma mater. Starting January 1, 2025, dues will increase to $75/year annually. We’re inviting alumnae to take advantage of the next few days … Read More

Welcome to MemberPlanet! The MemberPlanet website and app is where the Alumnae Association manages membership dues, directories and profiles. By law, membership dues are not tax deductible. That’s why we don’t manage dues payments at GHS Connect where members make tax deductible donations and purchase event tickets. Whether in response an email invitation or general interest in joining AAPHSG, you may have questions about how to access your member profile, how to see your … Read More

It’s no longer news. Inflation has had its impact on everything from household repairs and groceries to office supplies and travel. As a result, expenses for everything from basic administrative costs to the alumnae events and traditions we value have risen significantly. The Executive Board of AAPHSG has worked diligently to control the cost of membership dues, sensitive to the economic pressures we face mutually. Now, however, there’s no way around it. We must … Read More

A Brief History of Girls High The History of the Philadelphia High School for Girls began as an institution by another name and in another location, The Model School. The Model School was established in 1818 by the Philadelphia School District Board of Controllers in order to train women to become teachers. A school was built on Darien Street and opened its doors to over 300 female students in February 1819. After much lobbying … Read More

Distinguished Daughters Court of Honor It has been convened every two years since 1998, when it debuted as a part of the Sesquicentennial celebration of the founding of the Philadelphia High School for Girls. The Court of Honor of the Distinguished Daughters is the schools’ and Alumnae Associations’ highest honor recognizing the accomplished alumnae. The Court of Honor recognizes: Distinguished contributions to their community, city, state, nation or global impact. Achievement of extended study … Read More

The Philadelphia High School for Girls and the Alumnae Association of the Philadelphia High School for Girls share a legacy of empowering young women in the Greater Philadelphia region. Each organization boasts a storied history that reflects its commitment to excellence in education, leadership, and community. Today, the Philadelphia High School for Girls continues to honor its traditions and legacy under the leadership of Principal KaTiedra Argro (#243), a proud alumna who embodies the … Read More

  2024 Distinguished Daughters – Inducted November 8, 2024 The Honorable Deborah Batts (June 1965/209) The first openly gay Federal judge in the U.S. and was Appointed by President Bill Clinton. Diane Cameron Feinberg (1971/215) As camera operator on the nationally syndicated Mike Douglas Show, she became the first female camera operator in Philadelphia. Denise A. Council-Ross (1979/223) Principal Deputy General Counsel U.S. Army, the #2 attorney in the Department of the Army, Lt. … Read More

2024 Annual Report