Grandparents & Special Friends Day
Friday, April 16, 2027
On this day, grandparents and special friends will immerse themselves in a day in the life of a Williston Northampton student—featuring classroom visits, family photo sessions, and lunch with their favorite Wildcat(s)!
Check back soon for registration info for 2027!
Grandparents + Special Friends Day Schedule
Below you’ll find the schedule from our event in 2026. While the schedule will likely change for 2027, feel free to peruse last year’s schedule to get a sense of the event schedule.
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2026 Upper School Schedule
8:30 a.m.
Check–in and light refreshments
Birch Dining Commons9:05 a.m.
Welcome from Head of School Robert W. Hill III
Birch Dining Commons
9:30–10:15 a.m.
The Williston Student Experience:
A panel discussion with our students facilitated by the Dean of Students Office
Birch Dining Commons10:25–10:35 a.m.
Students meet their grandparents/special friends
Birch Dining Commons10:35–11:20 a.m.
Classroom visits with grandchild(ren)/students
10:35 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Lounge/rest area exclusively for grandparents to utilize and enjoy
Clapp Library
11:30 a.m.–12:55 p.m.
Lunch or classroom visits with grandchild(ren)/students
Lunch provided in the Dodge Room, Reed Campus Center11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Family Photos: grandparents/special friends and their Wildcat(s) pose for family portraits
Grubbs Gallery, Reed Campus Center1:05–1:50 p.m.
Classroom visits with grandchild(ren)/students
2-3:15 p.m.
College Fair for grades 9, 10, & 11 (Grandparents & special friends are welcome to attend the college fair with their students)
2 p.m. College Fair is required for all 11th graders to attend
2:30 p.m. College Fair is encouraged for all 9th & 10th graders to attend3:30 p.m.
Athletic Practices, Dance Rehearsals, and Afternoon Programs
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Campus Store Open
Reed Campus Center
The Campus Store will be offering a gift with a $75 purchase, while supplies last. -
2026 Middle School Schedule
8:30 a.m.
Check–in and light refreshments
Birch Dining Commons9:05 a.m.
Welcome from Head of School Robert W. Hill III
Birch Dining Commons
9:30–10:15 a.m.
The Williston Student Experience:
A panel Discussion with our students facilitated by the Dean of Students Office
Birch Dining Commons
10:25–10:35 a.m.
Students meet their grandparents/special friends
Birch Dining Commons10:35–11:20 a.m.
Classroom visits with grandchild(ren)/students
10:35 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Lounge/rest area exclusively for grandparents to utilize and enjoy
Clapp Library11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Classroom visits with grandchild(ren)/students12:15–12:55 p.m.
Lunch for grandparents/special friends and students
Assembly Room, Middle School
12:15–12:55 p.m.
Family Photos: grandparents/special friends and their Wildcat(s) pose for family portraits
Assembly Room, Middle School
1:05–1:50 p.m.
Classroom visits with grandchild(ren)/students2 p.m.
Early release for Middle School students.
There will be an option for students to have study hall if they need to stay late.3:30 p.m.
Athletic Practices, Dance Rehearsals, and Afternoon Programs
8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Campus Store Open
Reed Campus Center
The Campus Store will be offering a gift with a $75 purchase, while supplies last.
Got Questions?
If you have any questions regarding Grandparents and Special Friends Day, please call 413-529-3304 or email us.
How do I include my child's grandparents/special friends in their Williston education?
To have grandparents/special friends receive information from the school, please fill out our Grandparents + Special Friends Information Form. You have two options for doing so:
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