DECEMBER 15, 2022
Sunday's Winter Concert was a wonderful way to kick off the week! Watch/download our video of the concert.
Schedule Alerts
  • Brooks will be closed for Winter Break on Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. Please note that dorms and buildings will be closed during the Winter Break. If you were to need anything, please contact security at (978) 375-3803.

  • We look forward to welcoming students back to campus on Jan. 3 by 8 p.m. The dining hall will be open for dinner on Jan. 3. If you have travel delays or any issues, please reach out to the administrator on duty at (978) 725-6350.
Student Life
Inclement Weather Policy
Brooks School does not normally suspend classes during snow storms or other extreme weather conditions. Day student families are asked to make their own decision about the safety of travel and to notify the school in cases of absence due to weather conditions. A student who is unable to travel to school due to weather conditions will be able to join class virtually in these circumstances. Likewise, a teacher who is unable to travel to campus for class will also be able to hold a virtual class, and will communicate this decision directly to the students. Additionally, if the commute is dangerous, we will partner with day students on staying on campus with a boarding student.
Planning Ahead to Long Weekend Following Winter Term
Winter term ends on Jan. 21, with the Winter Term Symposium the morning of Jan. 21, followed by afternoon activities and games. There is no school on Jan. 23 or Jan. 24. Boarding students may leave campus overnight after their school commitments on Jan. 21 and return by 8 p.m. on Jan. 24. Please note that there will likely be some 1st team practices being held the afternoon of Jan. 24.
Academics
Stress Busting!
On Dec. 11, students participated in a Wellness Triathlon, which included yoga and a journaling session, followed by the concert, for a well-deserved study break. The Bowers Room in the Center for the Arts was transformed into a calming oasis, complete with aromatherapy and prompts for guided journaling and meditation. Students participated in the journal session, which included both blank journals as well as journals with guided prompts.
Athletics
Have You Signed Up for the Weekly Sports Recap?
Every Monday, Director of Communications Dan Callahan sends the Sports Recap email, an overview of the prior week's athletic competitions. This is an opt-in email for the Brooks community. If you would like to receive this, please sign-up for the weekly communication.
Annual Brooks Pingree Holiday Tournament
This weekend, Brooks will host the 27th Annual Brooks Pingree Holiday Tournament of boys ice hockey games. Below is a list of the games and links to the coordinating livestreams, all of which are also linked to from Brooks School's Athletics Livestreams page. Please note: The livestreams are unique to each game. Go Brooks!

FRIDAY:
4:15 p.m. Game 1 - Brooks School vs. Berwick Academy (click to livestream)
6:15 p.m. Game 2 - Millbrook School vs. Tilton School (click to livestream)

SATURDAY:
9 a.m. Game 1 - Brooks School vs. Millbrook School (click to livestream)
11 a.m. Game 2 - Tilton School vs. Berwick Academy (click to livestream)
5 p.m. Game 3 - Berwick Academy vs. Millbrook School (click to livestream)
7 p.m. Game 4 - Brooks School vs. Tilton School (click to livestream)

SUNDAY:
9 a.m. Game 1 - Consolation Game. Opponents TBD (click to livestream)
11 a.m. Game 2 - Championship game. Opponents TBD (click to livestream)
Family Information
Thank You, Supporters of Starbrooks!
Thank you to all of our parent volunteers and donors for this year’s Starbrooks celebration. Students and employees enjoyed yummy hot chocolate loaded with whipped cream and other toppings, as well as bags of seasonal candies, cookies and treats. Based on the more than 300 donuts consumed and many smiles spotted in the holiday photo booth, this was a much-needed and appreciated event in a busy week of EOLs.
Grandparents & Special Friends Visiting Day
As you are visiting with family and friends over the holidays, we wanted to share the date for our spring Grandparents & Special Friends Visiting Day: Saturday, April 30. More details about the event will be communicated in the new year. A list of area accommodations can be found on the Resources page of our website. We look forward to welcoming everyone to campus for a day of classes, programming and athletics.
Save the Date: Brooks Events This Winter

  • Jan. 21: Winter Term Symposium (9 to 11 a.m.)


  • Jan. 30: Families of Latino Students Reception at the Head of School's house on campus
Lessons & Carols decorations are up: Luminaries lined the Chapel walk this afternoon!
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