May 18-22, 2026

The week was quiet on campus as Upper Schoolers (and some 8th graders in Upper School math classes) began exams this week (they will finish up on Tuesday), but it was also a little wild with class project finales that were fun and exciting. Both the 8th grade and the Upper School celebrated last weekend with dances - many thanks to the parents and staff who helped with decorations and food/drinks, and to the faculty/staff who chaperoned. Both events were lovely and well attended - check out a handful of photos in Recent Photos below. The Varsity Track team competed in the state meet with more amazing results - kudos especially to senior Gabriel S for his big state title in the 400 meter race, and to junior Hayes B for his 5th individual state championship title in the 3200 meter race. Check out details and more results below. Amazing! We celebrated four amazing senior athletes who will be playing collegiate sports this week with our Sports Signing Day - check out details and photos below. Seniors chalked the campus with favorite literary quotes this week and donned t-shirts to share their post-Tandem decisions - check both out below. Somehow we find ourselves with less than two weeks of school in the 2025-2026 academic year.

 

In the Middle School, 7th graders in Drama class presented their Cafe 007 Part 3 to the entire Middle School on Thursday (cast photo in Recent photos - watch for more photos next week). 6th grade Latin students finished their Trojan War characters. 7th graders finished their American Dream essays. 8th graders held a debate based on To Kill a Mockingbird character Atticus Finch, shared their board games based on the periodic table, and 8th grade Latin students held their Gladiator Day (see details and photos below). 

 

In the Upper School, 9th graders began presenting their amazing TED Talks during exam periods. Sophomores presented their Socratic seminar work. Engineering II students tested their boat designs during exam periods to exciting results (details and photos below). Senior Laney B shared artwork at an Art Capstone event - see details and photos below. 

 

Enjoy the Memorial Day holiday on Monday - see you on Tuesday!