Cheshire Academy hosts special Community Weekends that transcend the traditional academic experience and contribute to the development of a stronger, more inclusive school environment. Required for both faculty and students, these enriching events bolster the core values that define us: a sense of belonging, active engagement, collaborative spirit, and personal and collective growth.
Our opening Community Weekend is mandatory for all students and faculty, and is considered a “closed” weekend in order to foster a sense of connection, collaboration, and collective growth.
Participation
Community Weekends serve to cultivate a cohesive campus community through shared experiences, including special programming aligned with the Academy’s mission and core values. These weekends also provide opportunities for organized large-scale activities and events.
In order to foster connection and belonging, our first Community Weekend is a closed weekend. For the entire duration of a closed weekend, boarding students are required to remain on campus. No off-campus leave requests will be approved during closed Community Weekends.
Day students are required to participate in all mandatory programming during the Saturdays of Community Weekends and are strongly encouraged to engage fully in each weekend’s activities. Arrangements may be made for day students to reside on campus during this time.
2026-27 Community Weekends
Sep.
18-20
Welcome Home Weekend
Closed weekend full of fun activities to help students transition into life at CA!
Required session: Saturday, September 19
Oct.
23-25
Community Weekend
Required session: Saturday, October 24
Feb.
12-14
Community Weekend
Required session: Saturday, February 13
April
16-18
Community Weekend
Required session: Saturday, April 17
2025-26 Community Weekends
Sep.
12-14
Welcome Home Weekend
Closed weekend full of fun activities to help students transition into life at CA!