In Ms. Ibave's Spanish class, students learned how to prepare tostones and crispy twice-fried green plantains. They also made mangonadas, a popular Mexican frozen treat featuring mango smoothies layered with chamoy, lime juice, and Tajín. It was a fun, flavorful way to explore Latin American culinary traditions and practice Spanish in the kitchen!

This spring the Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall School Ultimate Frisbee team made history earning the title of MBIL DII Co-Champions - the first ultimate frisbee championship in program history. The team went 4-2 in league play but what stood out most was not the trophy, but the culture that this group built.

"This was a team that valued growth, inclusion, hustle, and joy. Our sideline energy was unmatched. Every player contributed, every voice mattered, and every point was earned through effort and trust. We were led by a trio of captains—Tucker D. ('26), Cy P. ('25), and Toby R. ('25)—who set the tone for sportsmanship, resilience, and teamwork." - Coach DiOrio

Congratulations and GO CHARGERS!

Last week, our engineering students had an unforgettable experience at Fenway Park for STEM Fest! ⚾🔬⚛️

They explored the world of engineering with hands-on activities and exhibits from amazing organizations like Boston 25, STEAM Ahead, Science from Scientists, Wasabi, New England FIRST, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Discovery Museum, Moderna, FAA, BuildSubmarines, and more.

The highlight? Our students won the Unified Egg Drop Challenge—dropping their device off the legendary Green Monster.
To top it all off, they enjoyed a Red Sox game—learning and fun all in one unforgettable day.

CH-CH middle schoolers transformed the CH-CH campus into both studio and subject! Students foraged plant materials from the grounds all around campus, then created their own watercolor paints through the Lake Pigmenting process. The final touch? Using these handmade pigments to paint their favorite scenes of the campus. 🎨🖌️🫟

This process allowed middle schoolers to experience the entire journey from raw materials to finished work.

Please set aside a few moments to complete the 2024-2025 CH-CH Parent and Guardian Satisfaction Survey. By accessing this link and gifting us 10 minutes, you can provide valuable feedback that will allow Dr. Conrad and the school leadership team to better understand your thoughts and perceptions about CH-CH. We are very interested in your opinion regarding the quality of programs, facilities, and events at Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall. Our goals are to identify areas of strength and areas where there are opportunities for improvement. 

Tonight is opening night for CH-CH Theatre's Spring production, "Queens". We're excited to share some highlights from yesterday's dress rehearsal and media day!

In this play, King Henry VIII finds himself trapped in purgatory, bound to his throne by a sinister Fool and the ghostly Women in White. Condemned to his gilded cage, Henry is forced to relive the sins committed against his queens, mistresses, and people of the court, an eternal punishment for his mortal transgressions.

Our student performers have brought incredible depth and emotion to their roles, delivering performances that are extraordinary. Equally impressive is the work of our student Theatre Tech team, who have created stunning sets, props, and elaborate period costumes that will transport the audience to Henry's tormented afterlife.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this powerful production! Check out our full gallery from the dress rehearsal and media day here. 

Today, the CH-CH Class of 2025 proudly wore gear from their future colleges and universities as they prepare for the next exciting chapter of their academic journeys! We're so proud of you all. 🥹

Ms. O'Brien's Advanced Spanish class got a taste of authentic Venezuelan arepas! Isis T. '25's grandmother visited the campus and taught the students how to make the delicious, masa-based treats. Students learned what makes the Venezuelan arepas different from the Colombian variety, and helped make all parts of the dish- including masa, fried plantains, beans, and fried queso- from scratch!

• Lulu Magee '22
• Maria Rios Brache '12
• Caeleigh 'Shana' Stuart '03

The Ides of March meet April weather in New England! Mr. Schafale took full advantage of the beautiful spring weather on campus by bringing his Critical Reading & Writing class to Upper Field to read and discuss William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. The class is analyzing how writers illustrate the role of community and human relations by putting Julius Caesar in conversation with another text they've studied this year. 📖⛅🍃

Yesterday was Grandparents & Special Friends Day! Attendees had the opportunity to hear from CH-CH students and faculty, engage in activities, and spend time with their student. Thank you to everyone who came out to support one of our favorite events of the year!

To see more photos from this day, check out our Flickr page. [Link in bio]

Congratulations to all our students who took part in Digital Film Night! It was an evening full of of creativity and storytelling in which students shared their own films with the community

Middle School students recently had the opportunity to work with Dani S. '25, who as part of her independent study in advanced art, taught the students various 2D art techniques. 🎨

“The first time he read it, he was so moved by it he stood on the chair to read it because he felt it was so powerful,” said Maura Henry, ELL Teacher. “For a lot of them, this is their first time speaking out loud to the class.”

During the Winter Expo, members of the English Language Learners Program were tasked with choosing a famous poem and reciting it out loud. The activity was designed to help students learn about analyzing poetry and English pronunciation.

At CH-CH, The English Language Learner Workshops help students to develop the English language skills they need to be successful in school and in their personal lives.

NHS and SOCA were honored to host William "Mo" Cowan as one of our distinguished speakers for Black History Month on February 26 during class meeting, followed by a Q&A session.

Senator Cowan, a prominent American politician and lawyer, served as a United States Senator from Massachusetts in 2013. Before his Senate appointment, he was the legal counsel and chief of staff to Governor Deval Patrick. Throughout his career, Mr. Cowan has been a trailblazer, becoming the eighth African-American U.S. Senator and the second from Massachusetts after Edward Brooke.

His reflections on leadership and civic engagement were truly inspiring, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have engaged in such a meaningful discussion. Thank you, Senator Cowan, for sharing your insights with our community!

The World Civilization II: Global Perspectives class wrapped up their Winter Trimester with an immersive re-enactment of the Treaty of Versailles. Students took on the roles of world leaders, debating terms, negotiating agreements, and experiencing firsthand the challenges of diplomacy in 1919. This engaging approach brought history to life, helping students understand the complexities and consequences of the treaty.

Congratulations to our student-athletes! Chargers celebrated their achievements this week at the Winter Athletics Awards. Awards were presented for achievements in basketball and wrestling, attendees watched highlights captured by our Media Interns, and the teams had the opportunity to recap their memorable seasons. 

JV B Boys Basketball
Coach’s Award: Michael V. ‘26
Coach’s Award: Ethan E. ‘28
Coach’s Award: Jacob F. ‘28

JV A Boys Basketball
Most Valuable Player: Adrian M. ‘27
Most Improved Player: Aneesh J. ‘26
Coach’s Award: Aidan S. ‘28

Varsity Boys Basketball
Most Valuable Player: Xaivien W. ‘25
Most Improved Player: Sam E. ‘28
Captain’s Award: Isaac D. ‘26

Wrestling
Most Valuable Wrestler: Calvin de Winter '25
Coach's Award: Sam P. ‘25
Captain's Award: Alec M. ‘26

Varsity Girls Basketball
Captain’s Award - Yarielys T. ‘27
Most Improved Player Award - Phinley G. ‘27
Coach’s Award - Elsie C. ‘27

IGC Girls Basketball All-league
Elsie C. ‘27

MBIL Boys Basketball All-leagues
Xaivien W. ‘25
Jared S. ‘25
Sam E. ‘28

Last week, student chef Stella S. ‘26 treated our community to a Korean-inspired lunch. This included Tteokguk, Scallion Pancakes, and Kimchi! 

Thanks to our Flik dining team for organizing this special treat! 

Congratulations to the CH-CH cast and crew for their incredible production of Mamma Mia!

A full album of photos is available now on the CH-CH Flickr Page.

Students in Mr. Mulqueen’s United States History class took on the role of fire detectives investigating the causes of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. Using a series of clues, students worked to figure out who and what caused the fire.

The Winter Art Show is an opportunity to showcase the hard work of our talented artists here at CH-CH. Works from the Intro to Visual Art, Ceramics, Sculpture, Advanced 2D/3D, AP Studio Art, and Digital Photography were featured. This year’s Art Show also included hydraulic devices from the Engineering class! 🖼 🖌

Earlier today, students, faculty, and staff were treated to a delicious Lunar New Year lunch cooked by Iris W. ‘26, Alisa S. ‘27, and Emily Z. ‘28! They put together a menu consisting of crispy fried pork, seaweed eggdrop soup, jasmine milk tea, and more. Thank you to these three students and our Flik dining team for organizing this special treat!

During the Student Life block, CH-CH students recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Students had the choice to participate in a variety of activities including book readings, community service, and illustrated timelines depicting the history of Dr. King.

Students in our Engineering class applied their knowledge of Fluid Mechanics by designing and building hydraulic devices, which use fluid pressure to perform work efficiently. These hands-on projects showcased their critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills. It was incredible to see their engineering minds at work as they brought concepts to life. Don’t forget to ask these students about the innovative devices they created!

"There is a genuine warmth and approach to education at CH-CH that is quite uncommon and a clear stand-out to families when they first step foot on campus. It harkens back to the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have others do unto you."

In our most recent blog post, Dr. Conrad outlines the origin and impact of CH-CH's focus on Leading with Empathy. Read the full post here.