Parents
We look forward to welcoming our Cardigan families to campus April 26 & 27 for Spring Family Weekend 2024. We hope you will join us!
What’s Going On?
- The Charles C. Gates Invention & Innovation Competition
- Head of School’s Reception
- Friday Night Lights lacrosse game
- Families are welcome to attend classes (Saturday)
- Secondary School Counseling Meeting for 8th Graders and their families (Saturday)
- And more...More details below!
Welcome to the Cardigan Parents Page. Here you will find the most up-to-date information about your son’s experience at school. Please review this page regularly as updates are posted weekly.
End of Year Departure Travel Form
Posted April 5, 2024
The end of Cardigan's 2023-2024 school year is almost here! We ask that all families complete this form for their students, including those who live locally.
End of Year Departure Travel Form
Celebrate Your Senior in the Yearbook!
Posted February 6, 2024
Cardigan’s 78th Commencement takes place Sunday, May 26, and we are working hard to represent the 2023-2024 happenings in this year’s yearbook, also known as The Blaze. If your son will be graduating this year, you have the special opportunity to create a tribute for him in the back pages of the yearbook. This tribute can include photos (old and new), memories, and well-wishes for the future. The deadline to submit your tribute is Sunday, April 14, 2024.
Contact Yearbook Coordinator Sarah Sinclair at ssinclair@cardigan.org with any questions.
Changing Families Support Group
Posted October 31
Dear Cardigan families,
Among the many support systems we have at Cardigan is a group we call “Changing Families.”
The number of boys experiencing divorce of their parents, the loss of a loved one, a newly blended family, and other changes in family dynamics has increased over the years. We want to provide them with support through what can often be a difficult time.
Working in partnership with Director of Spiritual Life Cheryl Borek P’10,’12,’15, our mission is to create a supportive environment that fosters unity between Cardigan brothers who are experiencing similar circumstances. We strive to make it a safe space for boys to “just be,” to share when and if they feel comfortable, to receive some support, or to be a listening ear for others. We hope that this group provides a place where each boy knows he is not alone and learns some healthy ways to cope with his particular situation.
If you feel this would benefit your son, please encourage him to reach out to me or Ms. Borek. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact either of us.
Thank you for sharing your boys with us. It has been an amazing year so far, and we look forward to having many of you on The Point for Fall Family Weekend.
Sincerely,
Trish Hutchinson
School Counselor
thutchinson@cardigan.org
2023-24 Student Handbook
The 2023-24 Cardigan Student Handbook is now available and may be downloaded using the button below.
2023-24 Parent Planning Guide is Posted!
The 2023-24 Parent Planning Guide contains the most important information to prepare you and your son for the coming academic year at Cardigan. While this resource is particularly helpful for new families, returning families will also see several updates from last year.
Before You Arrive: Tips from the Student Life Office
Dean of Students Nick Nowak shares some important thoughts to help your son - and your family - prepare for his year on campus.
Fall Season Athletics Updates
As we prepare for the fall athletics season, please read this detailed letter from Director of Athletics Ryan Frost. It contains an overview of our program, what to expect at registration, and specific needs for fall sports.
Families of boys planning to join Cardigan's Mountain Bike Team should also read this letter from Head Coach Doug Clark as it explains the type of bike and other equipment best suited for our needs, and how our coaches can help your son obtain the right equipment for him.
Lastly, all boys will have a much more enjoyable fall athletics experience if they arrive on campus in shape and prepared for the season ahead. This letter from Strength and Conditioning Coach Ben Adams shares some ideas and workouts to help the boys stay active this summer.