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![Pennington School Student-Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent for DI and DII Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764877767/penningtonorg/g9i4hcymdj4k1zwfrotw/Signing_Day_edited_12032025_001homepagecrop.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764877767/penningtonorg/g9i4hcymdj4k1zwfrotw/Signing_Day_edited_12032025_001homepagecrop.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764877767/penningtonorg/g9i4hcymdj4k1zwfrotw/Signing_Day_edited_12032025_001homepagecrop.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764877767/penningtonorg/g9i4hcymdj4k1zwfrotw/Signing_Day_edited_12032025_001homepagecrop.jpg","width":1095}])
A special signing ceremony for DI- and DII-bound athletes was held at the School earlier this week.
![Upper Schoolers Gain Global Perspective at Mock United Nations Conference]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764875541/penningtonorg/ebkwr3qiyexsvikl4udo/RUMUN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764875541/penningtonorg/ebkwr3qiyexsvikl4udo/RUMUN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764875541/penningtonorg/ebkwr3qiyexsvikl4udo/RUMUN.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764875541/penningtonorg/ebkwr3qiyexsvikl4udo/RUMUN.jpg","width":1095}])
Twenty Pennington Upper Schoolers attended a four-day conference in New Brunswick modeled after the United Nations General Assembly.
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At the last Chapel before the Thanksgiving holiday, the Pennington community heard from members of the School's Community Service Club.
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Students of Latin take their learning on the road, visiting the Penn Museum's archaeological collections earlier this month.
![Global Seal of Bilteracy Recognition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763499133/penningtonorg/nme3u9vuigmashovvqni/Web_Biliteracy_Certs_edited_11172025_001.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763499133/penningtonorg/nme3u9vuigmashovvqni/Web_Biliteracy_Certs_edited_11172025_001.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763499133/penningtonorg/nme3u9vuigmashovvqni/Web_Biliteracy_Certs_edited_11172025_001.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763499133/penningtonorg/nme3u9vuigmashovvqni/Web_Biliteracy_Certs_edited_11172025_001.jpg","width":1095}])
On November 17, during Community Meeting, the World Languages department was proud to recognize students who have demonstrated proficiency in two languages by earning the Global Seal of Biliteracy.
![Honoring Service and Sacrifice: Veterans Share Their Stories at Chapel]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763052964/penningtonorg/scbg8xjetsml5kzswjuw/Crop_Veterans_Day_Chapel_edited_11112025_001.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763052964/penningtonorg/scbg8xjetsml5kzswjuw/Crop_Veterans_Day_Chapel_edited_11112025_001.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763052964/penningtonorg/scbg8xjetsml5kzswjuw/Crop_Veterans_Day_Chapel_edited_11112025_001.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763052964/penningtonorg/scbg8xjetsml5kzswjuw/Crop_Veterans_Day_Chapel_edited_11112025_001.jpg","width":1095}])
Pennington recognizes Veterans Day with special Chapels featuring speakers who have led a life of service.
Academics News
First partner school visit of the new academic school year kicks off this week with Pennington hosting students from Quebec.
A trio of Peer Leaders shared what the tradition of Chapel means to them.
Sixth-, seventh-, and eight-graders got a jumpstart on the school year with a fun and engaging Launch program earlier this week.
Arts News
Theatre at Pennington's latest ambitious production tackles timeless themes.
Renowned Watercolorist and New Jersey Native James Fiorentino Showcases Work at Silva Gallery of Art
The Silva Gallery of Art at The Pennington School is hosting Eye-Hand Coordination: Works by James Fiorentino through December 10, 2025. A reception, open to the public, will be held on Friday, November 14, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with artist remarks at 7:00 p.m.
During the week of October 13, Pennington's donor-supported Musicians-in-Residence program took place. This year, we welcomed the Grammy award-winning group Akropolis Reed Quintet. Tuesday through Thursday, the group worked with students, from class demonstrations to master classes with students, to rehearsing with Pennington's Orchestra and Jazz Band.
Athletics News
Congratulations to senior captain Genevieve Vallieres '26 on her selection as The Trentonian's Prep Field Hockey Player of the Year.
Congratulations to senior captain Sara Chrnelich ’26, who has been named The Trentonian’s Prep Soccer Player of the Year!
A special signing ceremony for DI- and DII-bound athletes was held at the School earlier this week.