Women’s health nurse practitioner and Georgetown University professor Dr. Evelyn Addo-Wallace ’98 spoke on campus about medical racism, to further discussion about this year’s All-Community Read, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.
Since the start of the academic year, students have been required to be cell phone- and smartwatch-free during the academic day.
The Campaign Legal Center founder Trevor Potter ’74 shared stories from his past and urged students to look forward during his visit to campus to talk about next month’s presidential election.
Nearly 40 different activity options were on the table during Brooks’ annual club fair.
With 31 course options, students had a lot to consider during the Winter Term Fair — Brooks' annual event when teachers share all the details about their classes and answer everyone's burning questions.
Director of Student Affairs Ingrid Knowles shares an inside scoop on the kickoff of student activities.
At Brooks School, we seek to provide the most meaningful educational experience our students will have in their lives.
An exhibition of photography by Winter Term visiting artist Hannah Latham '17 is on display now through January 25 in the gallery. All are welcome to come view the works. Reserve a time on our Visiting the Lehman page. The artist's reception will be held on January 10. All welcome!
Prospective families, you're invited to hear from members of the arts faculty about course offerings, as well as opportunities to explore the arts outside of the classroom at Brooks. Register HERE for the link to the virtual event.
Calling all alumni from the classes of 2015 through 2022: Join us in South Boston to kick off the holiday season. This is a 21+ event. RSVP here and see who's coming!
All Latinx and Hispanic-identifying alumni are invited to return to Brooks via Zoom for an online gathering with the schools' Alianza Latina (AL) affinity group faculty advisor Lillian Miller. RSVP here and get all the details.
Come rock out in the Black Box Theater! All are welcome to the one-night-only event featuring performances from Brooks' Rock Band and Advanced Rock Band. Both groups have been working hard all term to be able to present their full set lists to you. Come support our student musicians! Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Current parents and guardians are invited to one of four dinners on campus with Acting Head of School Nina Freeman. RSVP and get all the details!
Students complete their final coursework of the first semester December 14 through December 19 (required of all students) before campus closes for Winter Break on December 20.
Join us for our annual Winter Concert! There will be performances by the Jazz Band, Advanced Jazz Band, Chorus and Chamber Orchestra, plus a big combined holiday-themed number at the end featuring all these groups plus our two rock bands. The concert is open to all members of the extended Brooks community.
Students complete their final coursework of the first semester December 14 through December 19 (required of all students) before campus closes for Winter Break on December 20.
Students complete their final coursework of the first semester December 14 through December 19 (required of all students) before campus closes for Winter Break on December 20.
Getting into the holiday spirit, students, teachers and staff are treated to a winter celebration of sweets and raffle prizes by our generous parents!
Students complete their final coursework of the first semester December 14 through December 19 (required of all students) before campus closes for Winter Break on December 20.
Students complete their final coursework of the first semester December 14 through December 19 (required of all students) before campus closes for Winter Break on December 20.
The school community will ring in the holiday season at our annual event in the Chapel. Students and faculty offer readings as well as sing and play festive carols. The service - which originated in the King's College Chapel - symbolizes humanity's universal longing for peace. Following the service students will enjoy a dance and holiday festivities!
After a week of exams, students leave for Winter Break and some much-deserved time off. The vacation concludes on January 6, 2025 (Boarding students must return by 8 p.m.).
Winter Term
Winter Term is an intense, three-week, one-topic course of study held each January. Puttting into practice the concept of “depth over breadth,” the single-course structure of Winter Term allows students and faculty to work together even more closely than they do in regular classes.
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Students On The Forefront
The Students on the Forefront of Science Program is a summer internship initiative that provides rising sixth-formers with innovative experiences that expose them to research, technology and advanced studies in the sciences.
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Exchange Program
Since 1986, Brooks students have participated in exchanges with schools all around the world. A program that started initially with schools in Kenya and South Africa has expanded to include places like Scotland, Spain, Botswana, Peru and Morocco.
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1926 year Brooks School was founded
270 acres overlooking Lake Cochichewick
78% of our faculty hold advanced degrees
5.2 million provided in financial aid each year
1:6 faculty-to-student ratio
4 heads of school since 1926
22 states represented in the student body
15 countries represented in the student body
12 average class size
70% of students live on campus
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Brooks School is a coeducational boarding and day school, grades nine through 12, located in North Andover, Massachusetts. The school admits students of any race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, color, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational and admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletics and other school-administered programs and activities.