Life at Lawrenceville

Life at Lawrenceville

Every day will challenge and transform you.

House, Harkness, & Heart

Through House and Harkness, Lawrenceville fosters a unique sense of belonging, gathering talented young people from far and wide to learn with and from each other. Students thrive on rigorous, creative engagement with exceptional teachers who inspire confidence, instill initiative, and spark a sense of optimism and purpose. Students discover who they are and what they stand for, strive to support a School culture of belonging, and contribute their unique intellect, passion, and drive to a strong and ever-evolving community.

Student Life

Student Life

At Lawrenceville, every moment is an opportunity to unleash your potential and find your path to excellence. From a rigorous academic schedule, to competitive sports and clubs, to theater rehearsals and community service — your busy days at Lawrenceville will pave the way to the person you will become.

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Harkness Learning

Harkness learning means forming your own opinions, recognizing the value of your peers’ viewpoints, and begining to understand the world from multiple perspectives.

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Harkness Learning

Lawrenceville School News

Lawrenceville Celebrates Faculty Value: Kindness

Throughout the year, Lawrenceville faculty members honor colleagues who embody the values that define the School community — commitment, courage, enthusiasm, friendship, honesty, initiative, kindness, leadership, loyalty, perseverance, responsibility, and thoughtfulness. These values guide daily work in the classroom, Houses, and programs across campus, shaping a culture built on shared purpose. 

This profile—part of a series on honorees—highlights Spanish teacher Hunter Cuniff, recognized for the kindness he brings to Lawrenceville. 

Lawrenceville Celebrates Faculty Value: Friendship

Lawrenceville faculty members have honored colleagues who embody the values that define the School community — commitment, courage, enthusiasm, friendship, honesty, initiative, kindness, leadership, loyalty, perseverance, responsibility, and thoughtfulness. These values guide daily work in the classroom, Houses, and programs across campus, shaping a culture built on shared purpose.

Harmony for the Holidays: The Lawrentians Sing at Lessons and Carols

By Anna Fermo ’28, Big Red Sports Network Reporter

From the outside, a student choir seems simple: singers standing in neat rows, sheet music in hand, dressed in black and white. However, behind every perfect harmony and polished performance are long hours of dedicated work. The Lawrentians, Lawrenceville’s “varsity” choir, is no exception. Made up of the School’s most accomplished vocalists, this ensemble depends on consistency, organization, and collaboration that extend beyond their voices.

Everybody in the Pool! Coach Stef Harrison Makes Teamwork the Winning Strategy

Stef Harrison brings the same clarity, focus, and sense of purpose to the pool deck that she brings to the classroom as a math teacher. As head coach for girls’ water polo and girls’ and boys’ swimming, she helps students discover that these demanding sports are also communities — places where students give it their all every day.

A New Model for AI Emerges at Lawrenceville — Built for and with Students

At the 2025 National Association of Independent Schools Symposium on AI and the Future of Learning, The Lawrenceville School shared how it is reimagining AI through a Campus Service-Based Model — an approach that empowers students to design practical, mission-aligned AI solutions that strengthen both learning and operations.

Student Profile: Madison Sylvan ‘26

By Dia Chowdhury ’29, photo by Sonia Shum ‘27/The Lawrence 

From serving as a prefect to taking on leadership roles in clubs and performances, Lawrenceville Fifth Formers often juggle many responsibilities — Madison Sylvan ’26 is no exception.

DJ Got Us Falling In Love: Profile of Alexander Salgado-Lozhkin ’26

By Tin Ho Xiong ’27, Photo credit Justin Huang ‘26/The Lawrence

Under the flickering lights of Abbott Dining Hall, a swarm of students jumped, cried, and sang as songs blasted in the space like an artificial thunderstorm. Sneakers thudded up and down against the tile; laughter rolled like bass. The air shimmered with sweat and color and noise, all of it tied together by one steady pulse. And somewhere above that glow stood the source of all the rhythm — one of Lawrenceville’s own.

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Campus and Location

Life at Lawrenceville means more than just having access to inspiring people, invaluable resources, and beautiful facilities. It means having access to some of the top historic and cultural destinations in the world. Situated near New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C., Lawrenceville offers a wealth of learning experiences beyond the classroom.

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