Lower School Moving Up Day 2025

If one word could capture the spirit of the 2025 Lower School Moving Up Ceremony on June 6, 2025, it would be “generosity”. Students literally—and figuratively—carried this theme into the John D. Solomon Gymnasium as they entered that day. Each class entered with a wooden letter, creatively decorated with a mix of mediums ranging from marker art to mosaic tiles. Alongside the letters, they brought in colorful paper chains, both of which adorned the podium. These creative expressions symbolized the connections and kindness across the community. During her opening remarks, Head of Lower School Melanie Hutchinson shared, “Sometimes we think about gifts, or presents, or money. But I am not talking about that. I am talking about the generosity that comes from your heart. It might be your time, your kindness, your attention, your help, yourself. I saw plenty of generosity this year.” 

The ceremony continued with a performance by the Lower School Choir, poem recitations by faculty members Morgan Evers and Jake Premo, the fourth grade poem “When I Grow Up” by Tim Minchin, and singing. One by one, the fourth graders were called to the stage, marking their moving up into Middle School. The celebration concluded with the singing of the “Farewell Song”. We congratulate the Class of 2033, and look forward to seeing our fourth graders in Middle School next year!