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Families gathered in the North Field Tent on June 5 as students from Prekindergarten through Grade 5 celebrated a year of learning, growth, and achievement during the Lower School Moving Up Ceremony. Head of School Carol Maoz and Head of Lower School Dr. Sandy Lizaire-Duff recognized students for their resilience, compassion, and accomplishments, and thanked families, faculty, and staff for their support throughout the year. Musical performances by each grade, reflections from student speakers, and the symbolic tradition of students processing across the stage to greet their future teachers culminated with Grade 5 students receiving certificates and officially transitioning to Middle School. A heartfelt schoolwide performance of “Teaching Peace,” highlighting the community’s commitment to kindness, inclusion, and respect, concluded the ceremony, bringing the 2025-26 academic year to a close.

Inspired by an idea from Lower School Student Council President Becca Sharon ’33, the Lower School Talent Show showcased the many talents of King students in a supportive, non-competitive environment. With no winners or losers, the event encouraged students to step into the spotlight, build confidence, and express themselves through a wide range of performances. Students entertained their peers with piano and cello pieces, singing, dancing, comedy routines, and even a golf-ball juggling demonstration. From Kindergarten students taking the stage for the first time to older students sharing music, jokes, and dance numbers, the show highlighted creativity, courage, and the joy of performing.

Families, teachers, and friends gathered on June 5 to celebrate the Grade 8 Moving Up Ceremony, honoring the Class of 2030 as they completed their middle school journey. The event featured reflections on personal growth, resilience, friendship, and the importance of community, alongside musical performances and messages of encouragement for the road ahead. Student speakers shared lessons learned and excitement for future opportunities, while faculty recognized the class’s positive impact and character. As each student crossed the stage to receive their certificate at the event's conclusion, they marked a meaningful milestone in their academic career and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

The middle school community gathered on June 4 for its annual closing assembly and prize ceremony, celebrating the year and recognizing student achievement, growth, and character. Students were awarded for academic excellence, athletic accomplishments, leadership, and personal development to rounds of applause from friends and family. The ceremony highlighted those who exemplify King’s core values and have made a lasting impact on their peers and the school community.

As another outstanding athletic year comes to a close, we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our student-athletes, coaches, and teams. The Spring 2026 season was highlighted by championship performances, historic achievements, and widespread recognition across both the Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA)  league and New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC).

Marilyn Sommerville ’27 has earned an international Spotlight Prize in the 2026 ARTEFFECT competition, presented by the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes, for her artwork “The Heart of a Hero.” The international competition challenges students to bring the stories of overlooked changemakers to life through art and writing. Marilyn’s piece honors Dr. Helen Taussig, the pioneering pediatric cardiologist whose groundbreaking work transformed the treatment of congenital heart defects. Currently on display in the upper school mezzanine, the work explores Taussig’s legacy through a mixed-media portrait that symbolizes compassion, resilience, and hope.

After completing their College Board exam, students in Rachel Ackley’s AP U.S. History classes spent three weeks researching, analyzing, and producing original podcasts that reviewed historical films. Designed to combine historical inquiry with the arts, the project challenged students to investigate the historical events depicted in their chosen films, evaluate key scenes for accuracy, and consider how the era in which the film was produced influenced its historical interpretation. The extensive research and critical analysis were then used to write and record podcast scripts covering topics ranging from the Civil War to the War on Terror.