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Each year we set aside ten days to explore problems that inspire and perplex us.

These projects strive to answer essential questions, have real-world applications, and align with at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The culmination of the work is celebrated in a project fair, art gallery, and reflective essays.

 

FEATURED Projects

Robotics

 

Master machining, coding, and fabrication on a hands-on robotics journey.

Stories Matter

 

Capture and tell the stories of others. All freshmen participate in this project.

Japanese Literature

Haruki Murakami portrait

 

Explore post-World War II Japan through Haruki Murakami's distinctive literary style.


 

The Justice System

Blind justice.

 

Visit US landmarks in your quest to help create a more equitable system for all.

Cooking for Comfort

Comfort food.

 

Dive into the universal experience of food as a source of connection and comfort.

The Happiness Project

Classic Smiley Face

 

Learn what makes you happy and, in turn, how to bring happiness to others.

 

2026 Projects

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  • Major
Beyond Reality

Take a deep dive into the theory, technique, and history of the cinematic universe.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Major
Cinderella Project

Collect and distribute prom dresses and accessories to those in need at no cost.

  • Feet
  • Heart
  • Minor
Cooking for Comfort

Dive into the universal experience of food as a source of connection and comfort.

  • Hands
  • Heart
  • Minor
Create a New Sport/Game

Create the rules, parameters, and equipment necessary for inventing a new sport or game.

  • Feet
  • Hands
  • Minor
Cultural Awareness Program (CAP)

Learn about different cultures and their customs through music, film, and food.

  • Head
  • Heart
  • Major
Design and Style

Learn sewing skills, explore sources of inspiration, and create a unique garment.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Minor
Escape Room/Cryptography

Explore the world of secret codes from cryptography and build an escape room.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Travel
Exploring Post–World War II Japan

Explore Japan through Haruki Murakami's distinctive literary style.

  • Travel
Exploring the Justice System

Visit US landmarks in your quest to help create a more equitable system for all.

  • Major
Fly Tying and Fishing

Learn how to fly fish and how it can be used as a meditative practice.

  • Feet
  • Hands
  • Major
Food Chemistry

Explore our relationship with microbes and explore how we define “good” or “healthy” food.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Major
Griffins Network

Build and refine your professional presence and connect with alumni.

  • Head
  • Minor
Happiness Project

Learn what makes you happy and, in turn, how to bring happiness to others.

  • Feet
  • Heart
  • Major
Healthy Mind, Healthy Body

Strengthen your mind, body, and diet while focusing on health and wellness.

  • Feet
  • Head
  • Major
Journal Entries

Fill a sketchbook with illustrations that chronicle two weeks of your life. 

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Major
KindArt

Create functional crafts and T-shirts to raise money to spread kindness.

  • Hands
  • Heart
  • Minor
L.A.R.P.

Put yourself in a different time period to experience history through an interactive lens.

  • Feet
  • Hands
  • Travel
Mérida: El alma de Yucatán

Explore Latin American culture and the Spanish language in Mexico.

  • Major
Outdoors is for Everyone

Discover how we can make the outdoors more accessible to everyone.

  • Feet
  • Heart
  • Minor
Project Champion

Develop a relationship with and support Special Olympics athletes.

  • Feet
  • Heart
  • Major
Robotics

Master machining, coding, and fabrication on a hands-on robotics journey.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Major
Shelter Building

Build a shelter in Pomfret Woods and leave a legacy for future Griffins.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Major
STEM

Explore STEM through hands-on projects that emphasize creativity and problem solving.

  • Hands
  • Head
  • Major
Stories Matter

Learn how to capture and tell the stories of others.
Exclusively for freshmen 

  • Head
  • Heart
  • Travel
Sustainability in Central America

Explore how different countries have developed socially just business methods.

  • Minor
We Are Fit

Lead fun, engaging physical education classes at local elementary schools.

  • Feet
  • Heart

 

project Types 

Major — Runs for two weeks. Choose one.

Minor — Runs for one week. Choose two.

Travel — Takes place off campus. Associated with a regular course.

project categories

Hands — Make something

Head — Learn something

Heart — Serve something

Feet — Do something