By Matthew Gao ‘26

Water polo is like two sports in one: individual athletes must be able to swim fast while also having the dexterity to play as a team. The sport is extremely physical and requires countless hours both in and out of the pool. Not only is the sport extremely entertaining for spectators, there are many things about the sport that you may not know. We consulted with Andrew Yang ‘26 to learn more.

Next spring break and summer, Lawrenceville students will trade traditional classrooms for real-world learning through the Harkness Travel Program, embarking on transformative journeys across the globe. Director of Experiential Learning John Hughes announced the spring and summer 2025 slate at this afternoon's all-School Meeting.

By Sathvik Samant ’26 & Kevin Xu ‘26

At The Lawrenceville School, athletics are more than just competition—they are a reflection of the school’s deep-rooted traditions and the spirit of camaraderie that runs through every team.

Student volunteers and staff from the Health and Wellness Center recently joined forces to plant a native garden in the courtyard behind the building.

For Lawrenceville students with a passion for discovery, Welles Grants offer more than just financial support—they provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform academic dreams into reality.

By Eli Lacey ’25

Eli Lacey ’25 is this year’s Lawrenceville School President. He is a captain of the Big Red varsity football team, co-founder of the Mixed Martial Arts Club, writer for The Lawrence, varsity wrestler, and has performed in Periwig Club productions for three years.

As Tsai Field House began to open up last spring, my friends and I would often roam the new facility. While we admired the new architecture and cutting-edge sports facilities, there was a sense of excitement amongst all of us. This growing sense of excitement wasn’t just felt between my friends and I, instead it was a shared feeling all throughout campus.

Today, Lawrentians gathered at the School Peace Pole to remember those who perished in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pa.

When Emilie Kosoff added “Inciting Joy” to her summer reading list, she found inspiration in its pages – and ways to rethink Lawrenceville’s annual Orientation Week. “What incites joy?” and “What does joy incite?” are questions author Ross Gay asks his readers to consider in his book. Kosoff, Lawrenceville’s acting co-head of school, was intrigued, and brought those queries to a retreat for Student Council members and Prefects.

The Lawrenceville School has donated $15,000, proceeds from its 21^st annual Big Red Race, to HomeWorks Trenton, a free, community-based, after-school residential program equipping the next generation of community leaders and embracing the goal of "changing the world, one girl at a time." The 5K race was held on May 5 both on The Lawrenceville School campus (Lawrenceville, N.J.) and virtually.