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Learn about school life at Northfield Mount Hermon.
Our faculty will join you live, to give you a taste of our many offerings in these interactive, fun, and informative offerings. Each session is different; learn more below!
UPCOMING EVENTS
January Events
Dance: Every Little Step with Dance Teacher Gretel Schatz
Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Dance! Dance! Dance! Whether you’re a beginner or a lifelong dancer, our dance program supports you at a variety of levels. Join Gretel Schatz, dance program director, and the NMH dancers for some choreography to keep you moving.
The College Process with College Counseling Director Joe Latimer
Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Twenty-eight years in college admissions gives NMH Director of College Counseling Joe Latimer a deep understanding of how to navigate high school to be best prepared for what lies beyond NMH. Learn about striking a healthy academic and cocurricular balance, and how to optimize outcomes after graduation. Get insights into the college application process that will help alleviate frustration and anxiety.
February Events
Peers Supporting Peers with Director of International Admission Metta Dael
Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Peer-to-peer support is one of the key components of student success at NMH. With our panel of Resident Leaders, Global Ambassadors, Peer Educators, and affinity group leaders, learn about how NMH fosters a community of support. Understand the different kinds of support available to each student and what it means to be a part of our NMH family.
PAST EVENTS
October Events
NMH in Action with Head of School Brian Hargrove
Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Since 1879, NMH has been at the forefront of education — learning, progressing, and adapting with the times. Yet, the school is rooted in many spirited traditions that continue. Come learn about the opening of the Gilder Center for math and science, our athletic facilities updates, and more with Head of School Brian Hargrove.
Life on the NMH Farm with Jake Morrow
Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
The NMH Farm first started as a dairy farm. Take a walk with our farm program director, Jake Morrow, to see how things have changed over the last 135 years and discover all the happenings on the NMH Farm.
November Events
Athletics with Assistant Admission Director and Coach Rob Cross
Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
It doesn't take a lot of time or space to work out. Admissions-athletic liaison and varsity lacrosse coach, Rob Cross, will share a few exercises to help you stay in shape. Students will also have a chance to learn more about the NMH athletic program.
Math Team: Complicated or Complex with Math Teacher Mark Yates
Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Are you up for a challenge? Bring your skills and take your best shot at a few math puzzles with the NMH math team. Along the way, you will learn some tips on strategically solving math problems, too.
December Events
Designing and Engineering with Science Teacher David Warren
Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Curiosity, invention, and building all come together in the NMH Science Club. Hear about what the students will be up to this year! You will be charged up and maybe even get a couple of ideas for your next project.
Arts Programs and Throwing a Pot with Ceramics Teacher Mona Seno
Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021
Offered 8 am and 8 pm; each session is 45 minutes
Do you like getting your hands messy? You will want to attend this session on how to throw a pot and make a beautiful ceramic piece with Visual Arts Department Chair Mona Seno. Ceramics is just one of many offerings of our rich visual arts program — come and learn more about them.