School News

Inspired by the sun-drenched shores and breezy elegance of Positano and the Amalfi Coast, the 2026 Tower Benefit—La Dolce Vita—invites community members and friends to celebrate life’s simple pleasures and everyday beauty. On April 11, 2026, the Tower Community will gather for an unforgettable evening that captures the carefree romance of Italian nights by the sea: bold stripes, fresh seafood and sun-ripened citrus will set the scene as we come together in support of the Tower community.

This biennial community event is supported by parents, faculty, students, families and the businesses within our communities. Proceeds support two important programs that enhance the experiences for all students and faculty—the Cultural Arts and Professional Development programs. 

Learn more at towerschool.org/giving/benefit.

Join us for an Admissions Coffee at the Head of School House on campus. We look forward to learning about your goals for your children’s education, and discussing Tower’s dynamic curriculum that balances:

• an academic culture of innovation and joyful discovery—in which critical thinking and creative thought matter

• a community culture of belonging and kindness

• a culture of opportunity that paves the way for students to thrive as leaders, contributors, artists and athletes

See our events page to register.

Master Luthier and woodworking teacher Adam Zois will lead a guitar building class for Tower School parents in the woodshop. Students will cut, drill, shape, sand, and finish a handmade electric guitar body referencing the iconic shapes of the Telecaster, Jazzmaster, Stratocaster, Jazz or Precision Bass. 

Students will use a range of provided woodworking tools including the bandsaw, drill press, router, drum and orbital sanders. Hand tools such as rasps, files and planes will also be employed. Instrument finishing will feature a traditional stain and hand-applied varnish. This course will cover instrument electronics and wiring, as well as set-up to ensure intonation and playability.

This 8-week course begins in January.

Tower School's Advancement Office launched annual giving appeals this fall—unveiling a boldly designed logo and new name. The logo features Tower’s distinctive architectural feature that reaches skyward above the middle school rotunda, illuminating the learning spaces beneath.

The logo is an inspiring introduction to The Tower Fund, which provides vital resources that elevate every aspect of school life—enhancing academic programs, supporting exceptional faculty, and creating opportunities that help each child thrive. It is a reminder that every gift, at every level, makes a meaningful difference. 

The Tower Fund is for everyone.

Learn more at towerschool.org/giving.

Tower School nurtures intercultural understanding in students from Beginners–grade 8. Using age-appropriate frameworks, students gain authentic insights into diverse traditions, histories, and perspectives—fostering empathy, respect, and a sense of awareness. Learn how we help students celebrate their own identities, appreciate differences, and promote advocacy and fairness.

Campus tours will be available, following the presentation. 

See our events page to register.

Tower School is an authorized test center for the Enrollment Management Association's Official SSAT.

The SSAT is considered the most reliable admission assessment for private schools to evaluate candidates, and to place incoming students in appropriate classes and/or provide support where necessary.

The standard deadline for the November 15, 2025 test date is October 26, 2025; the final day to register (with a rush fee) is November 12, 2025.

To register visit the SSAT. 

https://search.admission.org/test-center-search

AISNE’s 2025 DEIB Conference, “Gather with Purpose: Stories, Voices, and the Power of Belonging” featured keynote speakers Priya Parker, author and conflict resolution expert; Jason Reynolds, acclaimed author of young adult literature; and Carlos Andrés Gómez, poet and performing artist.

Our team was comprised of teachers and administrators across a variety of disciplines. We came away with abundant resources for ensuring that our school is a place of belonging for our community members, with learning environments thoughtfully designed for helping every student thrive.

Kimberly Grad, Library Director at Abbot Public Library, is a member of the seventeen-person Randolph Caldecott Award Selection Committee. The committee selects the most distinguished American picture book for children published in the preceding year for one of children’s literature’s highest honors, the Caldecott Medal. 

Tower School's Librarian, Ms. Upton is collaborating with Ms. Grad to bring student voices into the Caldecott Award process. Students in grades 1–4 will meet with Ms. Grad to discuss the books and contribute viewpoints to the Caldicott Award. 

Ms. Upton ordered copies of many books in consideration for the award. She invites students to read and evaluate this collection. There is a great range of titles that cover all ages.

The (Randolph) Caldecott Award is given by the Association of Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association.

Join us for a “Friday Feature” curriculum presentation to learn how our academic program inspires a connection to the natural world and fosters curiosity, responsibility, and empathy in our students. Attendees should wear outdoor-friendly footwear. Join us afterward for parent-led campus tours, and opportunities to engage with students and teachers.

Register today to be matched with a tour guide.

See our events page for details.

Summer at Tower offers 9 one-week camp experiences, from June 22–August 21, each with distinct programs for campers 2 years, 9 months—entering grade 8. 

Registration will open in January and will be announced on social media and local news outlets.

Tower School's Middle School club, Allies and Advocates is supporting The Pulsera Project by selling handwoven pulseras (bracelets) on behalf of the artisans in Guatemala and Nicaragua. The funds raised contribute to fair trade jobs and impact the lives of hundreds of Central Americans.

The Pulsera Project works to address poverty through employment, education and sustainable change.

We're proud of our students’ passion for the mission of the Pulsera Project and the connections they create in communities outside of their own.

October 4, 2025, from 10am–12pm

A free, community-wide event for families!

Join us for our annual Fall Fest, Saturday, October 4, 2025. Hands-on activities are located throughout our school, including the wood shop, art studios, science lab, Pre-K classroom, the Children’s Garden, and the Lynch Gymnasium.

See our events page for details.

Congratulations to these Tower students whose non-fiction and poetry writing earned recognition at Marblehead Festival of Arts’ Literary Festival. Collectively, they earned one first place, two second place, and three honorable mentions. Way to go, tigers.

Tower School is pleased to announce that Board Member Ruth du Moulin, PhD, P ’27, ’30 has been appointed to chair the Board of Trustees for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Ms. du Moulin joined Tower School's board in 2020, chairing the DEI committee from 2021–2025, and serving on the committee for trustees and the strategic planning committee. 

Ruth brings a wealth of experience in organizational leadership and oversight to her role. Professionally, she serves as SVP Medical Affairs at Xilio Therapeutics focused on developing immuno-oncology therapies.

As an engaged community member, Ruth is a leader of initiatives promoting women in leadership in biotech and STEM. She serves as a volunteer with Life Science Cares and KIPP Academy (Lynn).

We are fortunate to have such a skilled and passionate leader serving as Chair, Board of Trustees.

The campers are registered, the swimming pool is ready, and the counselors are thrilled to welcome campers to a summer of memorable fun and lasting friendships.

New this year, Summer at Tower offers 9 one-week camp experiences, from June 16–August 15, each with distinct programs for campers 2 years, 9 months—entering grade 8. 

Congratulations to Tower School's newest alumni, the Class of 2025. We're excited for these extraordinary students and the choices that each has made for the next step in their educational journey: local high schools, secondary schools and boarding schools.

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Congratulations to each of Tower’s middle school students whose artwork was selected for entry into the 2025 Small Independent School Art League exhibition, and to those whose work was awarded special recognition by SISAL’s juried panel. St. Andrews School in Barrington, RI hosted this year's public exhibit. In the seven categories entered, Tower students earned twelve awards.

We are thrilled that our students found such success. Each student whose work was submitted should feel celebrated by this experience and their efforts as growing artists. Head of School Todd Eveleth shares, “We hope each student finds a medium that inspires a lifelong connection to art. One of the greatest joys of teaching is introducing a student to a new passion—our art teachers bring those experiences to students every day. Tower teachers and administrators look for ways to expand the art experience for our students and have them proudly declare that they are artists.”  

Tower students’ selected artwork is currently displayed in Tower's art gallery.

The results, by category, are below.

Woodworking
1st Place: Dante Gonnella

2nd Place: Lily Panza 

3rd Place: Maggie Field 
 

Sculpture
2nd Place: Brianne Paprocki 

Honorable Mention: Piper Stevens
 

Mixed Media
2nd Place: Hannah Blyakhman

Honorable Mention: Molly Buchan  
 

Ceramics
2nd Place: Divya Maharaj Hlavac
 

Painting
2nd Place: Ella Vetter
 

Printmaking
Honorable Mention: Nelly Fitzgerald 
 

Photography
Honorable Mention: Nyomi Male

Honorable Mention: Sofia Ruggieri

We share your excitement for your acceptances and choices into these tremendous secondary schools and high schools.

Congratulations to Tower School teacher Joshua Cabral for being selected as keynote speaker at the NYSAFLT* Capital East Regional Conference, to be held in March 2025. In addition to teaching Spanish to Tower students, Sr. Cabral hosts The World Language Classroom Podcast and consults with schools across the country as they build proficiency-based language programs. He is passionate about access to education and travels to Haiti and Nicaragua each summer to work with teachers and students.

Joshua earned bachelor's degrees in French and Spanish and master's degrees in Second Language Acquisition and Instructional Leadership. About his 28-year career as an educator, he notes, “My career has taken me from high school classrooms to the vibrant energy of elementary and middle school students. I’ve spent the past 17 years supporting these learners as they explore language and cultures and meet their personal, social, and academic goals.”

We are thrilled for Sr. Cabral's tremendous opportunity to engage fellow educators on a topic so central to his teaching practice.

*New York State Association of Foreign Language Teachers

If you love summer camp and would like to join our team of camp counselors, click below to apply online. Be sure to check us out at towerschool.org/summer, to learn about our summer camp experience for campers. 

Apply online, today at summerattower.campbrainstaff.com

Our heads are in the clouds, just thinking about the joy of summertime! We're thrilled to offer nine memorable weeks of summer fun for children and teens to create lasting memories and deep friendships. 

• Summer at Tower now offers nine one-week, themed camp experiences from June 16–August 15
• Our camp program welcomes campers ages 2 years, 9 months through grade 8
• Our doors open at 8:00am for all age groups
• We developed five distinct programs geared for the developmental interests and abilities of each age group
• Each week is planned around a fun, creative theme, ensuring that multi-week campers have a wide variety of experiences throughout the summer
• Our Pathfinders program is now a field trip-based camp experience
• Leaders-in-Training offers a unique opportunity for middle schoolers entering grades 5 & 6 

We hope your children and teens will join us for a summer filled with happiness, creativity, fresh air, and opportunities to cool off in the pool. Click the button below to browse our age-by-age weekly theme descriptions and to register.

Learn more and register today at towerschool.org/summer.

A Tower Open House is an exciting opportunity to visit campus, engage with students and faculty, and tour the school with parent and student admissions volunteers. Open House events begin with a welcome from members of the academic leadership team, followed by campus tours. Please register to attend this event in advance to ensure that you are matched with a tour guide.

Summer at Tower has earned accreditation by the American Camp Association, the national accrediting body for camps, which recognizes a camp’s commitment to excellent professional practices for the safety and well-being of its campers and staff.

Additionally, Summer at Tower complies with Massachusetts Department of Public Health regulations and is licensed by the Marblehead Health Department.

Background check policies, healthcare policies, discipline policies and grievance procedures may be provided upon request.

Visit us online to learn more about Summer at Tower at towerschool.org/summer.