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Family Weekend A Celebration of Community and Awareness

The Husky welcomes families to campus. File photo.

Northwood School is full of anticipation as Family Weekend approaches, offering a fun lineup of events that will be good for students, families, and the wider community.

Sporting Events for a Cause

Some of the highlights of Family Weekend are the spirited athletic events, notably Pink the Rink and Pink the Pitch. These hockey and soccer games, respectively, will feature Northwood athletes dressed in pink as a form of awareness in the fight against breast cancer. Attendees are encouraged to wear pink to show their support, and there will be fundraising initiatives throughout the events. All proceeds will benefit the Fitzpatrick Cancer Center in Plattsburgh, ensuring that this weekend contributes to a meaningful cause.

Student-Led Conferences

Family Weekend also provides a good opportunity for students to showcase their academics. Families are invited to meet with teachers to gain some insight into their children’s progress and upcoming subjects. One of the standout features of the weekend is the student-led conference, where students create PowerPoint presentations to highlight their work and academic goals so far. This allows students to show off their accomplishments while sharing their academics with their families.

Students Share Their Plans

I caught up with a couple of students to hear about their plans for the weekend. Clay Fuller ‘25 is heading home to Wisconsin to celebrate his birthday with family. Meanwhile, Liam McGahay ‘27 is looking forward to attending the Pink the Rink game and participating in the Signature Academic Program. Both students show the different ways in which the community embraces Family Weekend—whether by spending quality time with family or enjoying campus activities.

A Tradition of Enjoyment

Family Weekend has a good tradition at Northwood, consistently delivering a fun and engaging experience for all involved. Whether students choose to return home or invite their families to campus, the weekend shares a sense of community and shared experience. Past years have shown that this event not only strengthens family ties, but also enhances the school spirit.

As the countdown to Family Weekend continues, excitement is noticeable among students and faculty alike. With a blend of athletics, education, and community support, this year’s Family Weekend at Northwood promises to be a great experience for everyone involved.

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Family Weekend A Celebration of Community and Awareness

Northwood School is full of anticipation as Family Weekend approaches, offering a fun lineup of events that will…

By Griffin Beam

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The Husky welcomes families to campus. File photo.

Northwood School is full of anticipation as Family Weekend approaches, offering a fun lineup of events that will be good for students, families, and the wider community.

Sporting Events for a Cause

Some of the highlights of Family Weekend are the spirited athletic events, notably Pink the Rink and Pink the Pitch. These hockey and soccer games, respectively, will feature Northwood athletes dressed in pink as a form of awareness in the fight against breast cancer. Attendees are encouraged to wear pink to show their support, and there will be fundraising initiatives throughout the events. All proceeds will benefit the Fitzpatrick Cancer Center in Plattsburgh, ensuring that this weekend contributes to a meaningful cause.

Student-Led Conferences

Family Weekend also provides a good opportunity for students to showcase their academics. Families are invited to meet with teachers to gain some insight into their children’s progress and upcoming subjects. One of the standout features of the weekend is the student-led conference, where students create PowerPoint presentations to highlight their work and academic goals so far. This allows students to show off their accomplishments while sharing their academics with their families.

Students Share Their Plans

I caught up with a couple of students to hear about their plans for the weekend. Clay Fuller ‘25 is heading home to Wisconsin to celebrate his birthday with family. Meanwhile, Liam McGahay ‘27 is looking forward to attending the Pink the Rink game and participating in the Signature Academic Program. Both students show the different ways in which the community embraces Family Weekend—whether by spending quality time with family or enjoying campus activities.

A Tradition of Enjoyment

Family Weekend has a good tradition at Northwood, consistently delivering a fun and engaging experience for all involved. Whether students choose to return home or invite their families to campus, the weekend shares a sense of community and shared experience. Past years have shown that this event not only strengthens family ties, but also enhances the school spirit.

As the countdown to Family Weekend continues, excitement is noticeable among students and faculty alike. With a blend of athletics, education, and community support, this year’s Family Weekend at Northwood promises to be a great experience for everyone involved.