Friday, October 26 has been a busy day at The Academy. In addition to pumpkin carving, the Cupcake Challenge (more to come), and getting ready for the Halloween dance (more on that later, too), faculty and students worked hard to plan and then prepare …

On Monday, the JV co-ed soccer team traveled to Williamstown to play Pine Cobble School and won their fourth straight game, 8-0.  Anders G-B netted the first three goals of the game.  Other scorers included Atticus R (two goals and an assist), Anna P-C …

Students in Matt Cavanaugh’s Digital Photography class used a beautiful fall day to capture images on campus. Matt photographed them, and they photographed the foliage.      

Sixth and seventh grade students frequently use their double block of “C Squared” on Fridays to visit local sites connected to their studies in science, geography and English. Recently they traveled to the William Cullen Bryant Homestead in Cummington, …

The Community Service Council has been encouraging donations to support relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Florence.  In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, we have a renewed commitment to help. This change drive asks students to put their …

  Academy student interests often provide opportunities for leadership initiative. Here, devotees of Magic The Gathering play at lunchtime in a club organized by Chanina K. Experienced and new players are welcome at these weekly meetings.

Our sophomores memorized and performed scenes from Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar at Friday’s Morning Meeting, as part of their study of Elizabethan England. It was a treat for their friends, Romans, and countrymen (Aardvarks all)! The photo is from a reh …

The Cross-Country team had a great home meet on a warm Wednesday afternoon. The Academy girls fielded a full team for the first time in four years, and finished 3rd out of 6 teams! Zoe P had a strong race on her home course. Will D was out sprinted in …

On Tuesday, October 9, we put aside our schoolwork to hike up Mount Greylock together. Undaunted by early morning clouds and full of anticipation for a warm (if foggy) mid-day break at the summit, we bussed over to the base. There, our seniors led us i …

Our after school hiking group explores the many beautiful natural areas surrounding Charlemont. Each day and week brings new adventures. Meanwhile, yoga and fitness participants work hard each afternoon, too.