“What does ‘stalwartly, beautifully, and with dignity’ mean to you?” That’s the school motto of Kumho Girls’ Middle School. Today we explore this educational landmark in Seoul.
Kumho Girls’ Middle School stands in Jung-gu. It is located specifically at 6 Cheonggu-ro in the Sindang-dong area. The school is a public institution. It’s a place where young women pursue knowledge and growth.
Established in 1969 Kumho Girls’ Middle School has a rich history. The school first gained approval for ten classes in August 1968. Principal Jeong Heon-gap took office in October of the same year. The first enrollment ceremony occurred in March 1969. At that time the school welcomed twelve classes of new students.
In September 2020 Ms. Yeo Mi-seong became the 18th principal. In 2021 eighty-six new students enrolled. By February 2023 Kumho Girls’ Middle School had its 52nd graduation. One hundred and twenty students graduated. This brought the total number of graduates to 25037.
As of May 1 2023 the school had 87 students. The faculty consisted of 24 members. The school symbol is the ginkgo tree. The school flower is the forsythia.
Kumho Girls’ Middle School is under the jurisdiction of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education. The Jungbu Office of Education supports the school. You can find more information on their website. It is kumho.sen.ms.kr.
The school’s history is still unfolding. Kumho Girls’ Middle School continues to educate and empower young women. It prepares them to contribute to society. The school is committed to its motto. It encourages students to live lives of strength beauty and dignity.