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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.”
Winter Carnival Celebrates All Dimensions of the Eaglebrook Experience
Eaglebrook celebrated its 102nd Winter Carnival last weekend with a series of unforgettable moments for students, parents, and faculty.
The weekend kicked off with a morning assembly, where Brad M. ‘24 spoke about Winter Carnival traditions. This was followed by morning classes attended by parents and a hearty buffet lunch.
The early afternoon kicked off with musical performances by Eaglebrook’s Band, Chorus, and several student pianists. Click here for a photo recap, and here to listen to recordings of the show.
As the sun started to dip, the school converged along the slopes of Mount Pocumtuck for the fiercely contested Winter Carnival Games. Dorms competed in a series of contests for the coveted Winter Carnival Cup, with Halstead emerging victorious for the third consecutive year.
The annual games were followed by an Evening of the Arts that included more musical performances by the String Orchestra, Jazz Band, and the Ad Libs and a student play.