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Leadership Academy - AMC Hut Trip
Leadership Academy 2025 is shaping up to be an outstanding group of students and chaperones. We have extended the application deadline by one week, so I want to encourage families interested in having their student attend to please see or reach out to Ms. Aliberto as soon as possible to collect, complete, and turn in the application. It is an experience students will remember for the rest of their lives and truly helps to build the leadership qualities and outdoor skills that our students need in today’s world.Who: for students currently in 6th and 7th gradeWhat: a backpacking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We will spend 4 days hiking and 3 nights sleeping in the AMC Huts along the Appalachian Trail on the northern side of Crawford Notch. We will head up and over Mt. Washington (the highest mountain in the Northeast, standing at 6,288 ft above sea level).Where: the picturesque, historic, rugged, awe-inspiring, majestic, Northern Presidential Range of the White Mountain National Forest.How: Nichols will provide transportation to and from, but everything else will be hiked by strong legs, strong minds, an amazing group of peers and adults, with a 30 lb pack on our backs.Cost: approximately $1,500. This includes transportation, food, and swag.Why: leadership skills have only become more valuable in the world, and we will work together to build these along with the skills to navigate and appreciate the great outdoors. Plus, it will be a wicked fun adventure that these kids will never forget!Contact: Nicoletta Aliberto -
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Leadership Academy - AMC Hut Trip
Leadership Academy 2025 is shaping up to be an outstanding group of students and chaperones. We have extended the application deadline by one week, so I want to encourage families interested in having their student attend to please see or reach out to Ms. Aliberto as soon as possible to collect, complete, and turn in the application. It is an experience students will remember for the rest of their lives and truly helps to build the leadership qualities and outdoor skills that our students need in today’s world.Who: for students currently in 6th and 7th gradeWhat: a backpacking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We will spend 4 days hiking and 3 nights sleeping in the AMC Huts along the Appalachian Trail on the northern side of Crawford Notch. We will head up and over Mt. Washington (the highest mountain in the Northeast, standing at 6,288 ft above sea level).Where: the picturesque, historic, rugged, awe-inspiring, majestic, Northern Presidential Range of the White Mountain National Forest.How: Nichols will provide transportation to and from, but everything else will be hiked by strong legs, strong minds, an amazing group of peers and adults, with a 30 lb pack on our backs.Cost: approximately $1,500. This includes transportation, food, and swag.Why: leadership skills have only become more valuable in the world, and we will work together to build these along with the skills to navigate and appreciate the great outdoors. Plus, it will be a wicked fun adventure that these kids will never forget!Contact: Nicoletta Aliberto -
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Leadership Academy - AMC Hut Trip
Leadership Academy 2025 is shaping up to be an outstanding group of students and chaperones. We have extended the application deadline by one week, so I want to encourage families interested in having their student attend to please see or reach out to Ms. Aliberto as soon as possible to collect, complete, and turn in the application. It is an experience students will remember for the rest of their lives and truly helps to build the leadership qualities and outdoor skills that our students need in today’s world.Who: for students currently in 6th and 7th gradeWhat: a backpacking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We will spend 4 days hiking and 3 nights sleeping in the AMC Huts along the Appalachian Trail on the northern side of Crawford Notch. We will head up and over Mt. Washington (the highest mountain in the Northeast, standing at 6,288 ft above sea level).Where: the picturesque, historic, rugged, awe-inspiring, majestic, Northern Presidential Range of the White Mountain National Forest.How: Nichols will provide transportation to and from, but everything else will be hiked by strong legs, strong minds, an amazing group of peers and adults, with a 30 lb pack on our backs.Cost: approximately $1,500. This includes transportation, food, and swag.Why: leadership skills have only become more valuable in the world, and we will work together to build these along with the skills to navigate and appreciate the great outdoors. Plus, it will be a wicked fun adventure that these kids will never forget!Contact: Nicoletta Aliberto -
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Leadership Academy - AMC Hut Trip
Leadership Academy 2025 is shaping up to be an outstanding group of students and chaperones. We have extended the application deadline by one week, so I want to encourage families interested in having their student attend to please see or reach out to Ms. Aliberto as soon as possible to collect, complete, and turn in the application. It is an experience students will remember for the rest of their lives and truly helps to build the leadership qualities and outdoor skills that our students need in today’s world.Who: for students currently in 6th and 7th gradeWhat: a backpacking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We will spend 4 days hiking and 3 nights sleeping in the AMC Huts along the Appalachian Trail on the northern side of Crawford Notch. We will head up and over Mt. Washington (the highest mountain in the Northeast, standing at 6,288 ft above sea level).Where: the picturesque, historic, rugged, awe-inspiring, majestic, Northern Presidential Range of the White Mountain National Forest.How: Nichols will provide transportation to and from, but everything else will be hiked by strong legs, strong minds, an amazing group of peers and adults, with a 30 lb pack on our backs.Cost: approximately $1,500. This includes transportation, food, and swag.Why: leadership skills have only become more valuable in the world, and we will work together to build these along with the skills to navigate and appreciate the great outdoors. Plus, it will be a wicked fun adventure that these kids will never forget!Contact: Nicoletta Aliberto
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Leadership Academy - AMC Hut Trip
Leadership Academy 2025 is shaping up to be an outstanding group of students and chaperones. We have extended the application deadline by one week, so I want to encourage families interested in having their student attend to please see or reach out to Ms. Aliberto as soon as possible to collect, complete, and turn in the application. It is an experience students will remember for the rest of their lives and truly helps to build the leadership qualities and outdoor skills that our students need in today’s world.Who: for students currently in 6th and 7th gradeWhat: a backpacking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We will spend 4 days hiking and 3 nights sleeping in the AMC Huts along the Appalachian Trail on the northern side of Crawford Notch. We will head up and over Mt. Washington (the highest mountain in the Northeast, standing at 6,288 ft above sea level).Where: the picturesque, historic, rugged, awe-inspiring, majestic, Northern Presidential Range of the White Mountain National Forest.How: Nichols will provide transportation to and from, but everything else will be hiked by strong legs, strong minds, an amazing group of peers and adults, with a 30 lb pack on our backs.Cost: approximately $1,500. This includes transportation, food, and swag.Why: leadership skills have only become more valuable in the world, and we will work together to build these along with the skills to navigate and appreciate the great outdoors. Plus, it will be a wicked fun adventure that these kids will never forget!Contact: Nicoletta Aliberto
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8th Grade to Adirondack Wood Craft Camp
Our orientation trips are a cherished Nichols tradition. They provide a fantastic opportunity for students and faculty to connect on a personal level and build relationships outside the classroom. This year, from Tuesday, August 26th to Thursday, August 28th, the eighth grade will be adventuring off to Adirondack Wood Craft Camp in Old Forge, New York. Nestled on 250 acres of beautiful fields and forests and surrounded by two serene lakes, this camp offers a perfect setting for your child to bond with classmates and teachers.On Tuesday, August 26th, students should arrive at school with everything they’ll need for the next three days. They should wear comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toe sneakers. The trip will be packed with team-building activities, challenges, mindfulness exercises, and a focus on Nichols HEART values. Please refer to the attached packing list for specifics on what to bring. Additionally, there is a digital form attached for you to provide information on any dietary needs and your child’s swimming ability. Rest assured, all meals and snacks will be provided.Students will return to Nichols on Thursday, August 28th, around 7:00 p.m. They will be ready for pickup in front of the Middle School. To give families a chance to enjoy the Labor Day weekend, Friday, August 29th, will be a day off for Middle School students. We look forward to seeing the eighth grade back on campus on Tuesday, September 2nd.The eighth-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty are excited to get to know your child and witness the incredible growth they will experience this year. If you have any questions about the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at kharden@nicholsschool.org or dnolan@nicholsschool.org.Contact: Kate Harden -
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8th Grade to Adirondack Wood Craft Camp
Our orientation trips are a cherished Nichols tradition. They provide a fantastic opportunity for students and faculty to connect on a personal level and build relationships outside the classroom. This year, from Tuesday, August 26th to Thursday, August 28th, the eighth grade will be adventuring off to Adirondack Wood Craft Camp in Old Forge, New York. Nestled on 250 acres of beautiful fields and forests and surrounded by two serene lakes, this camp offers a perfect setting for your child to bond with classmates and teachers.On Tuesday, August 26th, students should arrive at school with everything they’ll need for the next three days. They should wear comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toe sneakers. The trip will be packed with team-building activities, challenges, mindfulness exercises, and a focus on Nichols HEART values. Please refer to the attached packing list for specifics on what to bring. Additionally, there is a digital form attached for you to provide information on any dietary needs and your child’s swimming ability. Rest assured, all meals and snacks will be provided.Students will return to Nichols on Thursday, August 28th, around 7:00 p.m. They will be ready for pickup in front of the Middle School. To give families a chance to enjoy the Labor Day weekend, Friday, August 29th, will be a day off for Middle School students. We look forward to seeing the eighth grade back on campus on Tuesday, September 2nd.The eighth-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty are excited to get to know your child and witness the incredible growth they will experience this year. If you have any questions about the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at kharden@nicholsschool.org or dnolan@nicholsschool.org.Contact: Kate Harden7th Grade to JCC Camp Seneca Lake
Orientation trips are a popular Nichols tradition and allow students and faculty to get to know each other more personally and make connections outside of the classroom setting. On Wednesday, August 27, and Thursday, August 28, the seventh grade will be venturing off campus for an overnight at JCC Camp Seneca Lake near Rochester, New York. It has 200 beautiful, wooded acres filled with adventures for the seventh grade to explore. On Wednesday, August 28, students should arrive at school with everything they will need for the next two days. Students should wear and bring comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toed sneakers. These days will be filled with team-building, challenges, mindfulness, and Nichols HEART. Please see the attached list of specifics on what students should pack for Camp Seneca Lake, along with an additional digital form regarding any dietary needs and your child’s swimming ability. Please note all meals and snacks will be provided.Please fill out this digital form no later than Friday, August 22Parents also need to provide medical information about medicines/dosages, etc. for an overnight trip.Students will arrive back at Nichols on Thursday, August 28, at approximately 4 p.m. Friday, August 29, will be a day off from school for our Middle School students to allow families to take advantage of the Labor Day weekend. Our first academic week will start on Tuesday, September 2.The seventh-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty look forward to getting to know your child and watching the tremendous amount of growth that happens during this year. If you have any questions regarding the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to contact me at dhowe@nicholsschool.org.Contact: Deb Howe6th Grade to Niagara Gorge
On Wednesday, August 27th and on Thursday, August 28th, the sixth grade will be venturing off campus for two days of fun experiences. The first day we will do some hiking at the Niagara Gorge and we will visit Niagara Power Vista. Dismissal time will be at 3:15 pm. On Thursday we will head to Letchworth Park to enjoy nature and learn about the environment with an expert guide. These orientation trips are a popular Nichols tradition, and allow students and faculty to get to know each other more personally and make connections outside of the classroom setting. Students should wear comfortable outdoor clothing and appropriate footwear for hiking, and bring a packed lunch and a snack. Parents can pick their children up at 4:30 pm from the Nichols parking lot between the gym and Center ‘63. More detailed information will be provided by your student’s advisor the week before the start of the school. Friday, August 30th will be a day off from school to allow families to take advantage of the Labor Day weekend.
The sixth-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty look forward to getting to know your child and watching the tremendous amount of growth that happens during this year. If you have any questions regarding the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to contact me, Rebeca Redondo, at rredondo@nicholsschool.orgContact: Rebeca Redondo -
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8th Grade to Adirondack Wood Craft Camp
Our orientation trips are a cherished Nichols tradition. They provide a fantastic opportunity for students and faculty to connect on a personal level and build relationships outside the classroom. This year, from Tuesday, August 26th to Thursday, August 28th, the eighth grade will be adventuring off to Adirondack Wood Craft Camp in Old Forge, New York. Nestled on 250 acres of beautiful fields and forests and surrounded by two serene lakes, this camp offers a perfect setting for your child to bond with classmates and teachers.On Tuesday, August 26th, students should arrive at school with everything they’ll need for the next three days. They should wear comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toe sneakers. The trip will be packed with team-building activities, challenges, mindfulness exercises, and a focus on Nichols HEART values. Please refer to the attached packing list for specifics on what to bring. Additionally, there is a digital form attached for you to provide information on any dietary needs and your child’s swimming ability. Rest assured, all meals and snacks will be provided.Students will return to Nichols on Thursday, August 28th, around 7:00 p.m. They will be ready for pickup in front of the Middle School. To give families a chance to enjoy the Labor Day weekend, Friday, August 29th, will be a day off for Middle School students. We look forward to seeing the eighth grade back on campus on Tuesday, September 2nd.The eighth-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty are excited to get to know your child and witness the incredible growth they will experience this year. If you have any questions about the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at kharden@nicholsschool.org or dnolan@nicholsschool.org.Contact: Kate Harden7th Grade to JCC Camp Seneca Lake
Orientation trips are a popular Nichols tradition and allow students and faculty to get to know each other more personally and make connections outside of the classroom setting. On Wednesday, August 27, and Thursday, August 28, the seventh grade will be venturing off campus for an overnight at JCC Camp Seneca Lake near Rochester, New York. It has 200 beautiful, wooded acres filled with adventures for the seventh grade to explore. On Wednesday, August 28, students should arrive at school with everything they will need for the next two days. Students should wear and bring comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toed sneakers. These days will be filled with team-building, challenges, mindfulness, and Nichols HEART. Please see the attached list of specifics on what students should pack for Camp Seneca Lake, along with an additional digital form regarding any dietary needs and your child’s swimming ability. Please note all meals and snacks will be provided.Please fill out this digital form no later than Friday, August 22Parents also need to provide medical information about medicines/dosages, etc. for an overnight trip.Students will arrive back at Nichols on Thursday, August 28, at approximately 4 p.m. Friday, August 29, will be a day off from school for our Middle School students to allow families to take advantage of the Labor Day weekend. Our first academic week will start on Tuesday, September 2.The seventh-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty look forward to getting to know your child and watching the tremendous amount of growth that happens during this year. If you have any questions regarding the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to contact me at dhowe@nicholsschool.org.Contact: Deb Howe6th Grade to Letchworth State Park
On Wednesday, August 27th and on Thursday, August 28th, the sixth grade will be venturing off campus for two days of fun experiences. The first day we will do some hiking at the Niagara Gorge and we will visit Niagara Power Vista. Dismissal time will be at 3:15 pm. On Thursday we will head to Letchworth Park to enjoy nature and learn about the environment with an expert guide. These orientation trips are a popular Nichols tradition, and allow students and faculty to get to know each other more personally and make connections outside of the classroom setting. Students should wear comfortable outdoor clothing and appropriate footwear for hiking, and bring a packed lunch and a snack. Parents can pick their children up at 4:30 pm from the Nichols parking lot between the gym and Center ‘63. More detailed information will be provided by your student’s advisor the week before the start of the school. Friday, August 30th will be a day off from school to allow families to take advantage of the Labor Day weekend.
The sixth-grade team and the entire Middle School faculty look forward to getting to know your child and watching the tremendous amount of growth that happens during this year. If you have any questions regarding the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to contact me, Rebeca Redondo, at rredondo@nicholsschool.orgContact: Rebeca Redondo5th Grade to Camp Weona
On Thursday, August 28th, the fifth-grade will be venturing off campus for a day at Camp Weona, about an hour away in Wyoming County. Camp Weona is a YMCA camp that offers adventure programs, outdoor skills, athletics, and creative arts designed to build self-confidence, teamwork, and an appreciation of the outdoors. Orientation trips are a popular tradition at Nichols and provide students and faculty with the opportunity to get to know each other more personally and form connections outside of the classroom setting. Students will bring a bag lunch and a beverage to school that day, and they should wear athletic clothing to participate comfortably in all the camp activities. The fifth-grade will eat dinner and enjoy a bonfire and s’mores at Camp Weona that evening, and parents can pick their children up at about 7:00 pm from the Nichols parking lot behind Center ‘63. More detailed information will be provided during the first days of school. Friday, August 29th, will be a day off from school to allow families to take advantage of Labor Day weekend.
The fifth-grade team of teachers, as well as the entire middle school faculty and staff, look forward to getting to know your child and watching the tremendous academic and emotional growth that happens during the fifth-grade year. If you have any questions regarding the first few days of school, please do not hesitate to contact me at croach@nicholsschool.org.Contact: Christine Roach
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