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Sixth Form Food Committee
Henry Lee ’26 January 28, 2026

The Food Committee is a group of Sixth Formers who plan the seasonal menu for Gibbs Dining Hall and promote appreciation for the Eaglebrook kitchen staff, representing the students. The Food Committee meets weekly after Sunday dinner. After entering the boardroom, the meeting begins...

New Snowmaking System
New Snowmaking System
Jisung Park ’27 January 28, 2026

Eaglebrook has purchased three additional snowmaking machines this year to enhance snow production. This plan began two years ago, when Mr. Smith and Mr. Durant visited a ski resort in Boston. They discovered a new game-changing snowmaking technology from a company called Latitude...

Last Candlelighting at Gibbs
Last Candlelighting at Gibbs
Kevin Hong ’26 January 28, 2026

On the night of December 17th, Eaglebrook School held the last Candlelighting in Gibbs Dining Hall. For over fifty years, Gibbs has been the main dining space on campus, where students and faculty gather for daily meals. This final Candlelighting was the last time the tradition took...

Sixth Form Leadership
Sixth Form Leadership
Danny Chu ’26 October 15, 2025

On Tuesday, September 9, all Sixth Formers arrived on campus (a day before the underformers) for a leadership training session to learn how to be good role models for the underformers. This is important because the underformers naturally look up to the Sixth Formers, being the oldest,...

Cooking Club
Cooking Club
Yuzu Emoto ’26 October 14, 2025

This club was a new addition to the Eaglebrook club community last year. The club was created by Yuzu Emoto ’26 and Henry Lee ’26. At first, it was a small club consisting of 5-10 people. But this year, more people have signed up to join the club. The cooking club is a place for...

Winning Team
Capture The Flag
Jonathan Jiang ’26 October 14, 2025

On the night of Saturday, September 27, students wore smiles brighter than the campfire that surrounded them as they crowded around the turf. Having fun with s’mores, churros, and lemonade in hand. Cheering loudly for their friends on the field who are competing for the grand prize...

Construction Update: New Dining Hall
Construction Update: New Dining Hall
Kevin Hong ’26 October 14, 2025

For over fifty years, Gibbs Dining Hall has been at the heart of life at Eaglebrook. It’s the focal point where students and faculty gather not just to dine, but to foster daily traditions that strengthen community bonds. While the typical American household gathers for meals an...

2025–2026 Student Council
The 2025–2026 Student Council
Ryan Kang ’26 October 14, 2025

The Student Council is an elected group of Sixth Form students who are chosen to represent the student body. This year’s council consists of Marcus Fraser ’26, Frank Zhang ’26, Ryan Kang ’26, Liam Kim ’26, Reid Harrison ’26, James Purcell ’26, Henry Lee ’26, Sebastian...

Welcome, New Faculty
Welcome, New Faculty
Caden Nuñez ’26 October 14, 2025

Every year on the Hill brings new people, and this year we are lucky to welcome nine new amazing faculty members, all with unique and inspiring backgrounds. Reading this article can be a great way to familiarize yourself with these faculty, and if you already know them, perhaps learn...

Music Club
Music Club
Liam Kim ’26 October 13, 2025

The Music Club at Eaglebrook is comprised of talented students who are passionate about music. Strings, brass, piano, percussion — even the ukulele and harmonica — they all have a place in the club. This lineup of instruments has the unique ability to form a flexible ensemble,...

Sustainability Update
Sustainability Update
Jason Sim ’26 October 13, 2025

The Sustainability committee is a group of students led by a faculty advisor who all share the same objective of promoting a sustainable, ecofriendly campus and a place for sustainable practices. To achieve this goal, the team gathers weekly and develops initiatives for the trimester....

Update from the Sustainability Committee
Update from the Sustainability Committee
Jay Cho ’26 May 21, 2025

The Sustainability Committee is a group at Eaglebrook with the goal of keeping our school climate-friendly and free of environmental issues. In order to achieve this goal, members gather once a week to devise a plan for upcoming Sustainability challenges. In addition, the committee...

Hilly Chase Speaker Mr. David Sibley
Hilly Chase Speaker Mr. David Sibley
Jason Sim ’26 May 21, 2025

On March 26, Eaglebrook was fortunate to have a Hilly Chase hosting ornithologist David Sibley. He is from New York and resides in the Hilltop Farm farmhouse. In his Hilly Chase, he engaged students with his unique passion for birds and the power of observation. His love began through...

2025 Hilltop Ramble
2025 Hilltop Ramble
Howard Ng ’25 May 21, 2025

The Hilltop Ramble, established in 2024, is a new event at Eaglebrook. It quickly became a favored event among students because it was a fun and active way for the community to come together. The event is centered around a ramble, or casual journey, up to the recently purchased Hilltop...

The Spring 2025 Stickball Tournament
The Spring 2025 Stickball Tournament
Alvin Wang '25 May 21, 2025

On April 6, 2025, the first round of Stickball games kicked off the annual Stickball tournament hosted by Eaglebrook’s very own Mr. Jiu. The teams for this year are: Le Chino, Muddy Mangos, 37u Stickball, JubJubs, Triple S, Goonies, OwlRock, and Ice Ice Baby. The rules of the stickball...

Varsity Basketball
Varsity Basketball
Caden Nuñez ’26 January 28, 2026

This year, the Varsity Basketball team has put a large amount of their focus toward building camaraderie. Basketball is a sport that requires...

Varsity Hockey
Varsity Hockey
Finn Matheson ’27 January 28, 2026

Whether you can believe it or not, the Varsity hockey season is nearing its halfway point. We’ve gone on numerous trips, shared memorable experiences,...

Winter Carnival
Winter Carnival
Chris Jeong '26 January 28, 2026

The first-ever Winter Carnival at Eaglebrook opened in 1925, 101 years ago. It allowed parents and relatives to see the progress their children...

New Students Hike to "The Rock"
New Students Hike to “The Rock”
October 18, 2025

It is tradition for all new students to hike up to The Rock (Pocumtuck Rock) during their first few days on campus to take in the view of the...

Sunday Meeting
Sunday Meeting
Daeho Kim ’26 October 15, 2025

Every week at Eaglebrook, the Sunday Meeting stands as one of the school’s most meaningful traditions in campus life. More than a gathering,...

Making Caramel Apples
Country Fair
Chris Jeong ’26 October 15, 2025

Over Eaglebrook’s 104-year history, traditions and the art of shared experiences have been an integral part of what makes Eaglebrook truly...

Rocketry Club
Rocketry Club
Max Yao ’26 October 14, 2025

At Eaglebrook, many students enjoy being part of clubs that spark creativity, allow them to learn new skills, and provide opportunities to work...

2025–2026 Student Council
The 2025–2026 Student Council
Ryan Kang ’26 October 14, 2025

The Student Council is an elected group of Sixth Form students who are chosen to represent the student body. This year’s council consists of...

Music Club
Liam Kim ’26 October 13, 2025

The Music Club at Eaglebrook is filled with talented students passionate about music. Strings, brass, piano, percussion — even the ukulele...

Hilly Chase Speaker Mr. David Sibley
Hilly Chase Speaker Mr. David Sibley
Jason Sim ’26 May 21, 2025

On March 26, Eaglebrook was fortunate to have a Hilly Chase hosting ornithologist David Sibley. He is from New York and resides in the Hilltop...

2025 Hilltop Ramble
2025 Hilltop Ramble
Howard Ng ’25 May 21, 2025

The Hilltop Ramble, established in 2024, is a new event at Eaglebrook. It quickly became a favored event among students because it was a fun...

Learning About Armillaria Root Rot Disease
William Wu '25 May 21, 2025

Armillaria root rot disease, also known as honey mushroom, is a highly contagious and destructive fungus that parasitizes tree roots. It...

Mrs. Kate Gubelmann
2025 Commencement Speaker: Kate Gubelmann
Liam Kim ’26 and Stokes Bostwick ’25 May 21, 2025

This spring, Eaglebrook is hosting an extraordinary visitor whose life weaves a tapestry of artistic expression, strong family ties, and enduring...

While You Were Sleeping
While You Were Sleeping
October 16, 2024

Check Out the Latest Student Art from the Innovation Lab
Check Out the Latest Student Art from the Innovation Lab
October 16, 2024

Eaglebrook Three-Day Forecast


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Competitive Skiing
Competitive Skiing
Kijun Hwang ’28, Caden Park ’27, and Max Yoon ’27 January 28, 2026

The Eaglebrook Ski Team has started off their season with an extraordinary start....

Ski Patrol
Ski Patrol
Rye Lane ’26 January 28, 2026

The Eaglebrook Ski Patrol keeps the ski area safe and secure throughout the...

Varsity Basketball
Varsity Basketball
Caden Nuñez ’26 January 28, 2026

This year, the Varsity Basketball team has put a large amount of their focus...

Varsity Squash
Varsity Squash
Yuzu Emoto ’26 January 28, 2026

Despite many previous robust players leaving the team due to graduation, that...

Varsity Hockey
Varsity Hockey
Finn Matheson ’27 January 28, 2026

Whether you can believe it or not, the Varsity hockey season is nearing its...

Varsity Hockey’s Europe Trip
Varsity Hockey’s Europe Trip
Lawson Pollard ’26 January 28, 2026

The Varsity hockey team was fortunate enough to experience a trip to Finland...

Varsity Football
Varsity Football
Edward Kim ’26 October 17, 2025

The Varsity football team is having a solid start to the season. Every single...

Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking
Jonathan Jiang ’26 October 16, 2025

Picture this: a person wearing a grey shirt with red and yellow shorts shoots...

JV Water Polo
JV Water Polo
Ted Tian ’28 October 15, 2025

Water polo is a sport where two teams of seven players each swim in a pool to...

Varsity Soccer
Varsity Soccer
Sebastian Chen ’26 October 15, 2025

The 2025–2026 Varsity soccer team is composed of many experienced returning...

Cross Country
Cross Country
Johnny Chen ’27 October 14, 2025

Cross Country is a sport offered at Eaglebrook, coached by Mr. Keane, Mr. Armstrong,...

Pickleball: What a Racket!
Pickleball: What a Racket!
Marcus Fraser ’26 October 14, 2025

Pickleball is a racket or paddle sport in which two or four players use a smooth-faced...

JV Golf
Derek Kang ’27 and Max Yoon ’27 October 14, 2025

This year’s newly formed Eaglebrook JV golf team has been off to a great start....

Thirds Soccer Players Excited to Start Season
Thirds Soccer Players Excited to Start Season
Sungbin Lim ’27 October 14, 2025

Calm wind blows, with the sun shining bright. It’s the best weather to play...

Juniors Soccer
Juniors Soccer
Hoya Yoon ’28 October 14, 2025

This year, the Juniors soccer team consists of coaches Mr. Nick Jodka, and Mr....

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