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Eaglebrook School was founded in 1922 by Howard Gibbs as a private boarding and day school for boys in middle school. Learn about our school in Deerfield, Massachusetts then and now, and read about the Core Skills we think every boy should know.
At Eaglebrook, we recognize that all students learn in different ways, vary in their innate abilities, and come from a variety of educational backgrounds. Classes at Eaglebrook are organized to meet the needs of each boy.
Eaglebrook is a close community of middle school students, teachers, and their families. Activities outside of the academic classroom are important to the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development of boys in middle school. Learn about the programs we offer at Eaglebrook, from athletics to arts.
At Eaglebrook, boys learn more than they ever thought possible, discover inner resources, develop self-confidence, and have fun along the way. Delivering on our mission is only possible through the incredible generosity of alumni, parents, parents of alumni, and friends.”
This is part of an ongoing series about how Eaglebrook teachers and students are adapting to a new Distance Learning model.
Home Night, one of the students’ favorite Eaglebrook traditions, is a break in the middle of the week from the academic schedule when students enjoy a meal away from the dining hall, a variety of activities with their advisor and advisee group, and no homework. Although advisors and advisees are currently scattered around the world, that is not stopping groups from getting together virtually.
The Bedell advisee group has hosted a few virtual Home Nights this term, which included a hot chocolate Home Night. More recently, they indulged in some cereal on April 15. The Rose advisee group also hosted a Home Night on April 15 where they played Fibbage through Zoom on their phones. Mrs. Rose mentioned, “It was so good to see them laughing together again.” The Rose advisee group also plans to host another Home Night. The Fay advisee group also had some fun. The group played charades as part of their virtual Home Night on Wednesday, April 17. It’s great to see advisors and their advisees finding time to stay connected, as staying connected to each other is more important than ever.
Please look for more in our series highlighting Distance Learning at Eaglebrook in the coming days and weeks.