As we wrapped up our winter term, there was lots to remember about how much we learned, how much we worked, and how much we connected as a community. Despite more snow and cold than Bath, Maine, has seen in a long time, we honored our theme of "Synergy," and our community became stronger as a result. Some of the highlights included:
- Mid-Year Reflection Project- Every student worked with their Discovery Groups and English classes to reflect on their growth and their vision for the future.
- Entrepreneurial Experiences - The Entre X cohort visited local business leaders and traveled to the Roux Institute in Portland to share their learning.
- Wrestling Excitement - From the first home meet in the Theater to the two New England Wrestling Tournaments Hyde hosted, everyone got involved in the process!
- Everyone Sang! - This term, we either sang a solo or a duet in front of the school or in our Discovery Group.
- Academic Awards - We acknowledged the students in each discipline who had grown or who had pursued academic excellence.
- I Have a Dream - MLK Day was an important moment for student leadership and community building.
- Inner Leadership Evaluations - Each student gave and received meaningful feedback from their peers in key areas.
- Alumni Scott Buell's visit - Scott spent the day sharing his professional and personal journey after Hyde.
- Hyde is Family School - From powerful on-campus workshops, webinars, and outdoor family trips to Lennox Lodge, parents and students enjoyed the synergy of learning together, and they also had a lot of fun!
- Exciting College News - With more to come, the acceptances that were rolling in had seniors and postgraduate students excited about their next steps. View Acceptances Here.
- Lunar New Year - The most important festival in Asian culture was celebrated on campus by students, faculty, and a visiting parent.
- Teaching Survival Skills - The outdoor leadership class spent two days teaching wilderness skills to students from another school.
- Lots of Fun - Ski trips, FIFA tournaments, Head's Holiday, Dodgeball, and Open Mic gatherings kept us together in the cold months.
- Government Class - Seniors worked on Mock Trials and argued Supreme Court cases.
- Swim Success - The small but mighty swim team consistently dropped their times, and one member qualified for the Maine State Championship Meet.
- Basketball and Hyde Strong - Our men's and women's basketball and Hyde Strong teams worked hard this term, and the JV Men's team brought home the MAISAD trophy.
- Friday Hot Cocoa - Chef Mo's Friday morning hot chocolate bar in the mansion was a welcome respite for all of us as we gathered to enjoy the treat and laugh together.
- School meetings and Public Speaking - We continued working on our public speaking skills and leaned into synergy during the many meaningful school meetings throughout the winter term.
View Highlights from the Winter Term Here.
We look forward to building on our winter growth next term, as well as to welcoming some spring weather soon!
Laura D. Gauld '76
President