Lawson P. ’26 Named 2026 Goodfellow

One of Eaglebrook’s most beloved traditions, the Goodfellow Ceremony began in 1946 and has been honored every year since. During the last week of school, members of the graduating class vote for a classmate who is a friend and brother to all, exemplifying the spirit of Eaglebrook. 

The whole school then gathers on Gates Quad, while the Sixth Form forms a circle. The Head of School jogs around the circle as anticipation and excitement build to see who was selected. 

Finally, the Goodfellow is revealed to all with a tap on the shoulder. The Goodfellow is given a short head start before a joyful chase ensues around campus to “catch” him. 

Once the Goodfellow is found, Sixth Formers gather at Whipple Pond to toss him in for a celebratory swim. Typically, the Goodfellow swims to the fountain and back while the whole school cheers him on.

This year, Lawson cleverly evaded capture for quite some time, much to the joy of everyone, by hiding near the Learning Center’s stairs. He was eventually found and jogged happily back to Whipple Pond with friends, where he was then dunked, following in the footsteps of many Goodfellows before him.

Back on dry land, Lawson made sure to thank his fellow classmates for making his experience at Eaglebrook so special—"Thank you guys so much for all your support.”