Spring Family Day
April 25, 2026
Join us for Spring Family Day on April 25. The day’s highlights include informative college counseling sessions tailored to your student’s class year, a student panel offering insights into the Peddie experience and lunch for all in the Caspersen Campus Center Dining Hall.
Schedule of Events
Morning Refreshments
8:30–9:15 a.m., Peddie Arts Center Lobby
Welcome
Jim Hamilton, Head of School
9:30–9:45 a.m., Peddie Arts Center, Ding Music Hall
College Counseling Presentations
Tailored sessions designed for parents, customized by your student’s class year.
Class of 2026 & Class of 2027
10–11 a.m., Caspersen History House, Efros Auditorium
Parents of the Class of 2027: Looking Back to Plan Ahead: An Admissions Year in Review
Joe Rulewich – Director of College Counseling
Lisa McClellan – Senior Associate Director of College Counseling
Join Joe and Lisa for a discussion on the current admissions landscape, offering families valuable Peddie context from this year’s admissions cycle. Learn how these insights shape the College Counseling Office’s approach to guiding and supporting students and families.
Class of 2028 & Class of 2029
10–11 a.m., Peddie Arts Center, Ding Music Hall
Developing Passion and Purpose: Advice and best practices for ninth and tenth graders.
Jack Behre, Senior Associate Director of Admissions at the University of Chicago, will share his perspectives on how our youngest Peddie students can translate their passions into meaningful academic and extracurricular experiences. Assistant Directors of Peddie College Counseling, Grant Edwards and Sarah Venanzi, will facilitate a conversation highlighting how 9th and 10th graders can continue to develop their interests and build the skills they will need to be successful in the college admissions process.
This session will be livestreamed.
Flock in Focus: Reflections on the transformational experiences that define Peddie careers
11:15 a.m.–Noon, Peddie Arts Center, Ding Music Hall
Join a diverse group of seniors as they share candid reflections on their unique Peddie journeys. From their proudest accomplishments to the moments they’ll miss most — and the experiences they’d love to relive — these students offer insights into their growth, challenges and triumphs over their Peddie career. Gain valuable insight to help your student(s) get the most out of their Peddie experience.
Lunch
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Caspersen Campus Center, Dining Hall
Additional Information
Athletics
Check out our Athletic Calendar for a schedule of the day’s games.
Advisor Meetings
To meet with your student’s advisor, please contact them in advance to arrange an appointment. Advisor availability may vary due to class schedules and extracurricular activities.
Please note registration is not required for Spring Family Day.
Questions? Please contact events@peddie.org or (609) 944-7698.
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THE PEDDIE STORE
The Peddie Store in the Caspersen Campus Center will be open from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. for all your Peddie spirit gifts and gear. Orders can be placed online in advance!
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