Winter Carnival is approaching once again, and the four teams—Big Slide, Wolfjaw, Gothics, and Skylight—are preparing for a full day of intense competition. Winter Carnival is a highly-anticipated day off from classes, giving students a chance to have fun throughout the day and take an academic breather. The carnival features a variety of events, ranging from geography bees and the talent show to dodgeball and tug-of-war. The teams divide themselves between events about two weeks before the actual day, and different groups will represent their peak throughout the day on Tuesday, March 4th.
The Head’s Council directs the teams, drafting equally from each grade to create a mix of students from each sport and grade and helping them bond to achieve victory in the carnival. There are many opportunities to gain points this year, including the Northwood Winter Carnival classics: snow football, dodgeball, broomball, dog-sled racing, baking, tug-of-war, talent show, and obstacle course. The Perfection game is making its debut in the Winter Carnival this year, while the snow sculpture competition is being re-introduced.
New students have heard about Winter Carnival and are curious what the day will offer. First-year sophomore Penelope “Penny” St-Pierre ’27 says, “I’m excited because everyone will spend some time together and build our team chemistry. The competition will be high, and that’s how we make memories. Winter Carnival is the perfect day for everyone to talk to people they don’t know that well.” She’s most excited about the broomball competition.
We are yet to see what this year’s Winter Carnival has in store!
Slide show of scenes from past Winter Carnivals
