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Summer Travel: Quint Clarke, affectionately known as “Q”, has taken students to such far off places as Kenya, Vietnam and Beijing. One of the oft heard questions each year is: “Where will Q. go next summer? I want to travel with him!” Other faculty members have also taken students on trips abroad. Students traveled to Segovia, Spain with Don Morley, Tunisia with Eric Lunger, Shanghai and Beijing with the Faccianis, and Eastern Europe with the Pagottos for a Singers and String Ensemble tour. Spring Break also offers an opportunity to travel to far-flung countries like Russia, France and Greece, while Long Winter Weekend allows marine science students to pursue their classroom studies in the Cayman Islands.

Society of Skeptics: War heroes, authors, entrepreneurs, actors, politicians and more. Every Tuesday night, history teacher Dr. Marty Miller hosts “Skeptics,” the longest continuously running high school lecture series in the country. Past speakers include CNN’s Lou Dobbs, Former NYC Mayor David Dinkins and ESPN’s Tony Kornheiser.

Peddie Day: Blair vs. Peddie is the oldest high school rivalry in New Jersey. The athletic contests – a culmination of the fall sports season – are held on Peddie Day and are the most anticipated of all autumn events. In a prelude to the games, the School community, parents and friends come together on Friday evening for a pep rally, team skits, and the legendary senior torch parade and bonfire. Peddie Day is Blair tradition at its best.

The Headmasters’ Societies Games: GO BREED! GO KELLEY! HOWARD RULES! SHARPE IS THE BEST! All Blair students and faculty are divided into four teams named after four former Headmasters, and the community competes in a week of after-school intramural games ranging from inner tube water polo to an egg toss and a talent show finale. Teams vie for the Hardwick Trophy and bragging rights. Let the games begin! 

The Kampmanns: Where else can you produce and edit a movie and take a course on Screenwriting with teachers who have actually produced and written major Hollywood films?  The Kampmanns have been Blair faculty members since 1998 and are proud parents of three Blair graduates. Come learn from this dynamic duo!

Great Electives: In addition to the typical course offerings and Advanced Placement options, Blair students often find their true passion in one of the many exciting elective courses offered at Blair. The selection includes courses such as Mandarin Chinese, Ethical Studies, Biochemistry, Marine Science, Video Production, Roman History, Economics, and Architecture. Seniors complete a Public Speaking course in the spring of their senior year, culminating in the annual public speaking contest, one of the most anticipated events of the spring semester.

Close Proximity to NY City: In 90 minutes or less, students and teachers may travel from Blair to New York City for culture, entertainment and an extension of classroom learning. Dance and music students often enjoy master classes or performances at Lincoln Center (New York City Ballet, New York Philharmonic), while art classes make annual pilgrimages to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art. Weekends allow for trips to Little Italy’s Feast of San Gennaro, the annual Model United Nations at Columbia University, the U.S. Open, as well as to Broadway shows like Spamalot and Avenue Q.

The Outdoor Theatre: Drama Teacher Craig Evans (who taught Ethan Hawke) built the outdoor amphitheatre with his own hands over the course of three years, and it has become a popular venue for outdoor classes and the Blair Academy Players’ spring play.

Games “Under the Lights” and Blue Crew: Blair’s all-weather turf field, ringed with lights and a grandstand, serves as a nighttime venue for countless Blair athletic contests. On Friday or Saturday evenings, our teams compete “under the lights” in front of spirited Blair fans!  Deck yourself out in Blair colors and join the Blue Crew, cheering on the Bucs at your favorite athletic contests. From night games “under the lights” to away games at rival schools, the Blue Crew always rocks the campus and takes school spirit to another level!

Mr. Low’s Facebook Challenge: Do you think that you are able to recognize all 445 Blair students by name? Test your knowledge of the student body with Mr. Low’s facebook challenge. The contest – naming nine randomly selected students in the Blair community directory – is always on the table. Occasionally, a student will accept and master the facebook challenge, in which case Mr. Low raises the bar with the “cosmic” level challenge. Learn people’s names, challenge Mr. Low and become the Blair champion!

International Weekend: Each winter the Blair community enjoys the multi-cultural excitement of International Weekend. Boys and girls from nearly two dozen countries attend Blair and this weekend is an opportunity for Blair students to sample cuisine, clothing and traditions from their classmates’ native countries, including Spain, Peru, India, China, France, Korea, Thailand and more. Run by the foreign language department, students and faculty also get to try their hand at karaoke, cricket matches, henna tattoo, and even an international fashion show!

Friday School Meeting: School Meetings, held on Mondays and Fridays, are opportunities for the community to come together for announcements or to celebrate artistic, athletic or academic successes over the course of a week. The Senior Class Council runs Friday School Meeting. We never know what to expect, but the seniors never disappoint!  Skits, videos or one of our very own student bands, The Tracks or The Bonsai Blues Band, are a typical offering.

The Food: The options are endless … Panini Bar, Make Your Own Caesar Salad, Grilled Cheese Station, Smoothie Bar, Chicken Ranch Wraps, Chili in Bread Bowls, Make Your Own Sundaes, “Eggs to Order,” or the formal dinner favorite … Chicken Parmesan. Blair’s Dining Service staff not only dish up fabulous meals but get to know the kids quite well and are truly a part of the community.

The Grease Slide: The Grease Slide is just one example of the countless activities offered by the Blair weekend activities program. For many years, the Grease Slide has been the most popular Super Sunday event held during the first weekend at Blair. An all-school cookout with Ultimate Frisbee and volleyball begins in the late afternoon and is followed by the hypnotist, who offers gut-wrenching laughs.

Blair Commons: The new Blair Commons is the perfect place to relax between classes, chat with friends, pick up a delicious Bodini Bagel or a cup of coffee, and check out the new gear in the Blair bookstore. Blair Commons is home to the “Can” – the old indoor, elevated track that has been fully restored into a seating area overlooking the central playing field. Students can watch a field hockey or lacrosse game, catch up on their school work and enjoy a snack from the grill below. Who knows, you might also find yourself in the middle of a high stakes ping pong tournament too—winner gets a burger and fries!

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