Traditions

To mark the new day dawning on their lives, all new students and teachers climb Mount Cardigan to see the sun rise at the start of the school year. See more photos

On Founders' Day (Columbus Day), the entire school attends the Sandwich Fair, a distinctly New Hampshire event dating back to 1887 that features carnival rides and food, 4-H shows and competitions, and bands. See more photos

When the fall foliage is at its peak, our school celebrates Mountain Day by climbing a nearby peak and having a picnic at the summit. See more photos

Between the fall and winter athletics seasons, the whole school takes off from Marrion Field for the Lake Run, a jaunty 4.6-mile loop around Canaan Street Lake. See more photos

In the late winter, students and faculty take a Ski Holiday at one of the local ski slopes. See more photos

One day in the spring is designated Headmaster’s Day, when classes are replaced with fun and games. See more photos

Twice a year, all Cardigan sports teams get revved up to compete against our friends and rivals Eaglebrook School. See more photos

In May, the headmaster sponsors an early-morning Polar Bear swim at the lake—every day except Sunday. See more photos

At the conclusion of the year, the seniors climb Mount Cardigan to see the sun set. See more photos