The Tradition Continues: Students Revel in Head’s Holiday!

On Thursday, April 18, St. Luke’s students began their day with a special surprise. After gathering everyone under the ruse of an all-school photo, Head of School Dr. Mary Halpin Carter grabbed a microphone and, to the students' surprise, announced: “Today is Head’s Holiday!”

 

Confetti cannons popped and cheering erupted across the Hilltop as the students discovered that it was the day they had been waiting for all year — a day when we do not have classes, and instead, we play! 

For the entire school day, students, faculty, and staff moved from one fun-filled activity to another, choosing their own adventure. The options were endless and included an inflatable obstacle course, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, karaoke, a video game truck, board games, puzzles, chess, a craft room, a movie theater, and even a petting zoo! They enjoyed delightful snacks such as cotton candy, a movie concession stand, and a candy truck.

Dr. Carter launched St. Luke's Head's Holiday last school year during her first year as Head of School. “The goal is to remind everyone that school should be joyful,” Dr. Carter said. “Today, we will build and strengthen relationships among faculty, staff, and students through play and fellowship. By shifting from our everyday routines into new, smile-inducing situations, we elevate school spirit and create memories that will remain long after students leave the Hilltop.”

Of course, none of this could be done without the incredible work of our Head’s Holiday committee, a dedicated team that has been busy planning since the start of school, and all of our faculty and staff members who help make the day a memorable tradition for our students.