Ongoing  | Winterim Gallery Walk

Peirce Dining Hall

10:30 a.m.  |  Registration Opens

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Lobby

11:00-11:30 a.m.  |  Exploring Forman Spring Traditions, led by Lorca Danziger ’24, Luke DiRocco ’24, AJ Jimeno ’24, Director of Student Life Nicole Ostaszewski, and Associate Director of Student Life Zack Zampaglione 

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.  |  Open School Store

Peirce Dining Hall, Garden Level

11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  |  Visual Arts Portfolio Artists Talk, led by Arts Students and Arts Department Chair Erin Gleason 

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Lobby

11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.  |  Lunch

Peirce Dining Hall

1:00-1:30 p.m.  | Building Tomorrow: The Innovation and Vision Guiding Forman’s Capital Campaign, led by Associate Head of School Mike Kowalchick

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

1:45-2:20 p.m.  | Screening of Iceland: Forman Makes a Documentary, Students and Film and Video Teacher Vincent Agazzi-Morrone 

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

2:20-2:55 p.m.  |  Community Social for faculty, students, and families 

*Refreshments provided

Visual and Performing Arts Center

3:00 p.m.  | Students depart for Athletic Practices and Recreational Activities. 

All students are required to attend athletic and recreational commitments.

3:00-3:30 p.m.  |  State of the School, led by Head of School Adam K. Man P’15 with Head of School Elect Amy Clemons 

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

3:45-4:15 p.m.  | Partnering with the College Counseling Office for Junior Families, Director of College Counseling Meredith Davis and Associate Director of College Counseling Jennifer Garton

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

4:15-4:45 p.m.  |  Alumni Panel 

Moderated by Director of College Counseling Meredith Davis

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

5:00-6:30 p.m.  |  Parent Social 

Head of School's House

After 6:00 p.m.

We invite families to join us for dinner in Peirce Dining Hall. Parents may also take students off campus for the evening. Before taking students off campus, text or call the Administrator on Duty (AOD) at 860.601.8543 and submit a pass request in Orah. Students must return and check in by 9:30 p.m. 

6:00-7:15 p.m.  |  Dinner for Families 

Peirce Dining Hall

7:00-8:00 p.m.  |  Dessert and Student Musical Performances, led by Arts Teacher Jerrod Cattey

Malcolm G. Chace Student Center 

8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.  |  Open School Store

Peirce Dining Hall, Garden Level

8:00 a.m.  |  Registration Opens

Visual and Performing Arts Center Lobby

8:30-10:30 a.m.  |  Advisory Conferences

Various locations around campus. 

9:00-10:00 a.m.  |  Coffee and Conversation for 9th, 10th, and 11th-Grade Families

Continental breakfast provided.

Visual and Performing Arts Center Lobby

10:00-10:30 a.m.  | AI and Neurodiversity: A New Frontier, led by Dean of Faculty Dr. Catherine Stines

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

10:45-11:15 a.m.  | Maximize Summer Break: Clear the Clutter and Boost Performance, led by Science Department Chair and Health, Wellness, and Leadership Teacher Dr. Brenden Ostaszewski 

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  | Understanding Forms of Academic Support in College, Director of College Counseling Meredith Davis and Associate Director of College Counseling Jennifer Garton, and School Psychologist Dr. Kelli Miller

Visual and Performing Arts Center, Jake Cloobeck ’16 Theater

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.  |  Lunch

Peirce Dining Hall

11:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.  |  Athletic Competitions, Recreational Activities, and Lion’s Den Hospitality Tent

Students are required to attend athletic and recreational commitments.

Athletic Fields, Gymnasium, Other Locations Across Campus | Shuttles Available

2:00-3:00 p.m. | School Store Pop-Up Shop Spring Sale

Upper Tennis Courts

8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.  |  Open School Store

Peirce Dining Hall, Garden Level

8:00 a.m.  |  Registration Opens

Visual and Performing Arts Center Lobby

8:30-10:30 a.m.  |  Advisory Conferences 

Various locations around campus. 

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  |  Rise and Shine: Senior Celebration & College Transition Workshop hosted by Director of College Counseling Meredith Davis, Associate Director of College Counseling Jennifer Garton, Executive Functioning Coach Jane Benson, and Associate Head of School Mike Kowalchick

• 9:30-9:40 a.m. - Welcome

• 9:45-10:15 a.m. - Getting Connected: Finding Your Community in College

• 10:15-11:00 a.m. - Applying Your Forman Academic Toolkit in College

• 11:00- 11:30 a.m. - Family Photos 

• 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Lunch

*Continental breakfast and lunch provided

Peirce Dining Hall Lounge

11:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.  |  Athletic Competitions, Recreational Activities, and Lion’s Den Hospitality Tent

Students are required to attend athletic and recreational commitments.

Athletic Fields, Gymnasium, Other Locations Across Campus | Shuttles Available

2:00-3:00 p.m. | School Store Pop-Up Shop Spring Sale

Upper Tennis Courts

Families will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their student’s advisor. Please note there are no parent/teacher conferences during this weekend.

Please use pickAtime to schedule a meeting with your child’s advisor and to register for meals and sessions. Advisors are available to meet on Saturday morning. To start the registration and scheduling process, log in to the Parent Portal/LION, click on the “Resources” tab, then click “pickAtime,” and you will be automatically logged in to the pickAtime system. When you first log in to pickAtime, you will be required to register for Spring Family Weekend. Once you have submitted your responses on the registration page, you will be directed to the scheduling section of pickAtime.

For Gmail account users, click here for pickAtime instructions. For all other email account users, click here.

If you have questions about pickAtime, please contact Jessica Saraiva, Registrar and Academic Coordinator, at jessica.saraiva@formanschool.org or 860.567.1842.

• Commencement occurs at a very popular time here in Litchfield. We encourage you to make your reservations early; please click here for our Visitor Guide.

• If you need special assistance, please let us know by indicating your specific needs on the RSVP form.

• We will be mailing ten formal invitations in March for your family and any guests you would like to attend. If you need additional invitations, please contact Ashli Langill.

• If you have any questions about arrangements for this event, please contact Ashli Langill.

• Professional photographers from Highpoint Pictures will take a formal picture of the Class of 2024, individual portraits of each senior before the ceremony, and individual pictures of each senior receiving their diploma. Family pictures will be taken directly after the ceremony. All professional photos will be available for purchase two weeks after the event. Highpoint Pictures will reach out to you directly when the photos are available. 

• We will live stream the ceremony for those who can’t attend. The live stream link will be shared closer to the day of the ceremony. 

• We will provide bouquets and boutonnieres to the seniors.

• Commencement is held, rain or shine, under a large tent on the Green. 

• Students will begin packing and cleaning routines during the week leading up to Commencement. Upon departure, the expectation is that dorm rooms are emptied of all belongings and broom swept. A cleaning fee may apply if the dorm room does not pass inspection. 

• Students will have the option to ship items home. Specific UPS shipping information will be provided in the spring.

• Once the Commencement ceremony is over, dorms will be unlocked, and students and families are free to pack up and check out with the person on duty in the dorm. All students are asked to fill out the check-out sheet and hand it to the dorm staff on departure. Please note: Some staff will be filling in for houseparents until around 1:00 p.m. to allow the dorm parents to say goodbye. You do not need to call the AOD if you have checked out with the dorm parent/dorm staff. All travel plans for move-out must be submitted to Orah. Please email Amanda Bender if you have any questions about travel or transportation.

Students may wear the following:

• A solid white (not off-white) dress (knee-length or longer) with a slip (as needed) and white dress shoes or dress sandals.

• A shawl or coverup will be required for dresses that do not cover shoulders.

• White dress must be approved in person by Nicole Ostaszewski, Brittany Bloom, or Allie Maxwell before April 22nd.

Or:

• Pressed navy blue blazer with the school emblem sewn on the breast pocket.

• Pressed white Dockers®, which the school will order in April.

• White button-down dress shirt, seniors’ school tie, dress shoes (preferably black), and dark socks.

• Zack Zampaglione must approve blazers, slacks, and shirts in person before April 22nd.

Highpoint Pictures will be the official photographer at Commencement. There is no charge to have any pictures taken, and no forms are due in advance. All photos will be posted in a private online gallery on Highpoint’s website two to three weeks after Commencement. At that point, you can browse all photos online and purchase prints and/or digital files of any photos. Click here for more information.

Feel free to contact Ashli Langill at ashli.langill@formanschool.org or 860.567.1801 to answer any questions about this wonderful event’s schedule and traditions. 

Click here for the 2024-2025 Curriculum Guide. 

Please click here for the 2023-2024 School Calendar. 

Please click here for the 2024-2025 School Calendar. 

Please click here to review the 2023-2024 Dress Code Policy.

Visitor's Guide

We have compiled a guide to help you find the best person to contact if you have any questions. View and download the guide: 

The Deans’ Office oversees travel to and from Forman during vacation times and the opening and closing of school. Forman offers complimentary transportation shuttles to Bradley International Airport and the Bridgeport Metro-North Train Station on the day of travel. We offer one, sometimes two, drop-off and pick-up times at these designated locations. If the drop-off or pick-up times do not accommodate your needs, please contact a livery service directly. Students who plan to use the school shuttles must sign up through the Orah program. Click the link below to download the shuttle schedule. 

Click here to view the 2023-2024 Parent/Student Handbook.