For years, Groton’s Track and Field team has remained competitive, despite the majority of its practices being held at nearby middle schools and high schools. A five-minute bus drive away, Ayer High...
On the morning of Friday, September the 23rd, students on their way to chapel were surprised by the sight of fire trucks parked outside of Machan’s dorm. Due to an unfortunate series of events,...
“If you have an idea, go for it!” That is how Julie Xie ’23 and Amy Ma ’23 describe their summer’s accomplishments of publishing their first books, Sundays by the Seaside and The Seed Still Grows:...
Starting in late February, the rigorous selection process for the coveted George H.P. Dwight 1945 Internship Fund began. Described as a project advancing “causes of economic development, community building,...
For many students, June 10th will represent the day that a year of hard work will be repaid with a well-earned summer vacation. For the Groton community, though, it will be the return of reunion. Typically,...
Khaki pants, collared shirts, and dress shorts are no longer popular outfit choices for students. Over the course of several meetings since the fall term, eight faculty members and seven students collaborated...
History has always been one of the staple classes. Recounting the past in school differs dramatically depending on the country one lives in, and the country’s own history and politics. History, a subject...
Memories, lessons, and friendships have been cultivated on the verdant fields of Groton; for nearly half a decade, the Circle has been home to our graduating class. On June 5th, hundreds of students,...
Every year, the Admissions Office welcomes a new set of bright, motivated students to the Circle. Hailing from both local and international backgrounds, newly admitted students add vitality and diversity...
When Russia began its assault on Ukraine on February 24th, Juliya Makhanov ’22 was up late completing her homework like most students. But when those explosions reverberated throughout Ukrainian cities,...
As the movement to promote and understand social justice becomes increasingly critical, student leaders are continuously at the forefront of the effort. This November, Groton students Olivia Fayemi ‘23,...
Go to middle-of-nowhere rural New England, and you’ll find a collection of private boarding high schools—ones that have long held the attraction for parents and their children who desire to go to the...
Since the Covid-19 situation has changed dramatically with the recent outbreak of the Omicron variant, Groton’s administration has adjusted accordingly with an updated back-to-school plan. Given the...
"What could you have done differently?"
It's a weighty question. As it lingers in the air, the student pauses. Some members on the Disciplinary Committee describe it as one of the most important moments...
"What could you have done differently?"
It's a weighty question. As it lingers in the air, the student pauses. Some members on the Disciplinary Committee describe it as one of the most important...
On Jan. 17, the Groton community will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day with special events.
MLK Day activities are planned by members of the Cultural Alliance and its faculty sponsor, Associate...
After a year-long hiatus from accepting visitors to campus openly, Groton is finally ready to welcome families back to campus for this year’s Parents Weekend. Though some changes have been necessary...
With Groton School’s student body and faculty becoming increasingly diverse, it should come as no surprise that the school’s array of extracurricular activities has shown similar growth and expansion....
Standing tall and hands gesturing, Steven Pang ’22 can often be seen in the forum coaching the Groton debate team. He has won numerous awards at high school tournaments and is the co-president of the...
In assigning readings for this past summer, Ms. Sen-Das said she sought to choose “compelling narratives that span the breadth of the human experience.”
Second Formers were assigned The House...
Matching neon clothing, tug-of-war in a pool of mud, and board games at the headmaster’s house — traditions like ’80s Dance, Spring Fling, and Parlor were vital parts of student life before the...
Credit to Amy Ma '23
As the new school year begins, a look back on the hard work of Groton’s faculty and staff shows the accomplishments of the past year of in-person learning.
In order to see...
Credit to Marlene Ma '24
Despite masks fogging up chemistry goggles, GRACE 2021 resembled a normal summer, preparing rising sophomores for their entry into Upper School this fall.
Accelerating...
When asked about her thoughts on her upcoming graduation, Beatrice Agbi ’21, the student speaker elected by her form for this year’s Prize Day, responded: “There’s something magical about wearing...
In recent years, Groton’s trustees, faculty, and students alike have been united in their passion for diversity and inclusion. Responding to this collective drive, Groton outlined in an all-community...
A Fond Farewell: Faculty Departing the Groton Community
As the bittersweet end of our school year nears, we prepare to say goodbye to ten faculty members who have served as positive role models...
This year’s admission season has proven Groton’s adaptability once again. The admissions office had to host the campus tours, interviews, admissions fairs, and revisit days on online platforms. These...
Groton’s Prize Day has always been a monumental event for seniors and their families, marking the end of a four-year journey filled with memories, challenges, and friends. While this important ceremony...
Emily Li '22, Assistant News Editor
• April 21, 2021
On Sunday, April 11, the 10th annual Asian American Footsteps Conference (AAFC) commenced. Unlike in other years, the 2021 AAFC was held online due to Covid-19. The conference invites Asian, Asian-American,...
Every spring, after a winter of being stuck inside, students return to campus looking forward to nice weather and longer days. With the new term comes beloved annual events that take advantage of the enjoyable...
Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, two of America’s most celebrated journalists over the past half-century, will visit Groton on April 22nd to deliver the Spring Term Circle Talk.
Nicholas Kristof,...
The most recent Circle Talk united us on something we all have in common: the devastating ramifications of the Covid-19 pandemic. As the name, “The Pandemic’s Frontlines,” suggests, the talk featured...
For Groton students, the Covid-19 pandemic has limited important outlets of social interaction and travel. But it has certainly not limited their artistic abilities. As students have created meaningful...
Walk inside the schoolroom and you’ll find a range of dignified historic men, perched on mahogany staring back at you. From Caesar to Washington, these 17 busts stood as esteemed role-models for the...
Although most sports this year have suffered because of Covid-19, Groton’s Debating Society has had a fantastic year. Not only has Groton’s Debate team emerged as one of the top teams in our league,...
Once again, another winter storm is impacting the USA in what seems to be an extremely active February for storms.
Time: On Sunday and Monday, snow showers that may or may not be associated with this...
History teaches us many lessons, and those lessons can help us deal with current circumstances, particularly, the Covid-19 pandemic. In 1918, Groton confronted the Spanish Flu, a deadly virus that killed...
Amy Ma '23, News Assistant Editor
• February 8, 2021
The Sustainability Committee, founded in 2018, targets environmental issues which have become increasingly prominent and urgent on our campus. Unfortunately, aesthetics, limited control, and recent Covid-19...
On January 18th, students will experience an unusual MLK Day. Typically, the event begins with student performances, followed by an outside speaker, and concludes with various student-run discussion groups...
“I hate the term ‘unprecedented times’ but I feel like it’s the only way to describe the fall term… unexpected, unparalleled, yet somehow, we all made it work out,” said Choate student Isabella...
