Dr. Bruder Officially Introduced as 16th Head of School
On October 2, 2026, the Hotchkiss community joined together to celebrate the formal introduction of Dr. Anne Bruder as the 16th head of school. Dr. Bruder started her tenure on…
November 2026
Choate Paves Way For New Accessibility Projects
In response to coverage of the tragedy at Cornell, the Bystander Education Program (BEP), a student leadership group, worked to educate students about sexual misconduct, campus policies, and ways to…
Curation Not Cultivation: A Critique on Deerfield
To film the promotional video for Deerfield’s 2026 Be Worthy Campaign, a prop team recreated a mock-’80s common room set-up inside Harold Smith, propping up antique wooden skis and lacrosse…
Women’s March: Courage is Contagious
Anayeli Elias-Rodriguez ’28 Saturday, January 17th, 2026, marked the 10th annual women’s march, calling for people to participate in a short walk around downtown Ventura to support women’s rights. The…
Has Discussion Replaced Diplomacy For The United Nations?
Every year during September, world leaders gather in New York for the United Nations (UN) General Assembly to reach agreements on the world’s most important issues, with topics spanning war,…
Protecting Thacher Athletes from Heat in the Spring Sports Season
By Eileen Ruan ‘28 From air conditioning to protection from heat illness during sports, there have been rising concerns in the Thacher community about the general impacts of extreme temperatures.…
Understanding the history and impact of the Iran War
Recently, while Kent School peacefully engaged in its usual routines, great turmoil upended the entire Middle East. The Iran War, whose cause dates back to the late 20th century, broke…
For Hotchkiss Students, Why is AI so Tempting?
As artificial intelligence continues to develop, its use in educational spaces has become increasingly controversial. The school takes a clear stance against using AI to write assignments or complete work;…
AI Symposium: What Does It Mean to Be Human in the Age of AI?
As AI grows increasingly adept at tasks once thought unique to humans, the crux is no longer what these machines can do, but what distinguishes humans from them. On Monday…
Technology in Learning: Deerfield Integrates Artificial Intelligence Into Eight Curriculums
In an effort to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) into Deerfield coursework, eight classes this year have been designated as AI-integrated courses. Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Brian Hamilton…