Hampshire Country School

08/13/2026

Join Us for the Annual Hampshire Country School Alumni Cookout!

No matter when you attended Hampshire Country School, you're part of a community that shares a unique bond. We hope you'll join fellow alumni on Saturday, August 29 for a day of reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating the place that continues to bring us together.

Come catch up with old friends, meet alumni from other generations, and share stories that span decades of HCS history. This year, members of our current faculty and staff will be joining us and look forward to hearing about your experiences at Hampshire Country School while introducing themselves and sharing what HCS looks like today.

Take a walk around campus, revisit familiar places, see recent improvements, and learn about the exciting work happening at the school. Whether it's been a few years or many decades since your last visit, we'd love to welcome you back.

The official cookout will run from 10:00am to 3:00pm with lunch served at noon. Conversations are welcome to continue and the trails are open well into the afternoon. We can allow camping/RVing under some conditions this year. Please contact me directly ahead of time to make arrangements.

Please RSVP to Judd Olshan at [email protected] To help us plan, please let us know if you have any dietary preferences or food allergies when you RSVP.

We can't wait to welcome you home! hampshirecountryschool.org

08/10/2026

Hands-On Learning at the Hampshire Country School Waterfront!

Thanks to the generosity of the Dorr Foundation and Cogswell Charitable Trust, Hampshire Country School has added new kayaks, paddles, and life jackets to our waterfront program. Our students helped research equipment, compare prices, develop a budget, and purchase the new fleet, stretching the grants to add an extra kayak package and enough lumber to build an additional boat rack and storage shed. The new equipment will support outdoor education, recreation, and therapeutic experiences that help our neurodivergent students build confidence, independence, and a connection to nature.

A special thank you goes to Mr. Ericson, who used much of his own time to transform the waterfront into a space our students will enjoy for years to come. At a small school where everyone wears many hats, his generosity, hard work, and commitment made this project possible. We are deeply grateful to our grant partners and to Mr. Ericson for investing in our students and our mission.

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08/04/2026

As another incredible summer comes to a close, we're reflecting on the adventures, growth, and friendships that made Hampshire Country School’s Timbertop Camp so special.

At Timbertop, we see every year what is possible when bright, neurodivergent boys are trusted with meaningful responsibility, immersed in nature, and supported by adults who truly understand them. Through outdoor adventures, new experiences, and shared challenges, campers built confidence, independence, flexible thinking, social skills, and problem-solving abilities, all while having an unforgettable summer.

This year's highlights included whitewater rafting, a road trip and camping adventure through Nova Scotia, Rails-to-Trails bike rides, a high ropes course, fishing, and countless other on- and off-campus adventures. Thank you to our campers, families, and dedicated staff for making Summer 2026 one to remember.

We can't wait to see what next summer brings!

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06/11/2026

Hampshire Country School spent its final days of the school year making the most of spring in New Hampshire. Students explored local rail trails by bicycle, cast lines from the shore, worked in the gardens, participated in a cattle drive, and enjoyed the outdoors with friends and faculty in so many ways. Our annual Spring Carnival brought plenty of excitement, including water games, a hot dog eating contest, and many other activities that filled the campus with laughter.

The week concluded with Commencement, a meaningful celebration of growth, perseverance, and achievement. Dressed in their Sunday best, students gathered with families, alumni, faculty, and friends to enjoy speeches, music, and the celebration of this important milestone. We are especially proud of our graduates as they begin the next chapter of their journeys. We are rooting for you!

Congratulations to those moving on, and thank you to everyone who helped make this school year such a memorable one as we enjoyed the great moments and worked through the hard ones. Have a wonderful summer, and don't forget to write!

04/30/2026

Last week was an exciting one for Hampshire Country School highlighted by Dr. Temple Grandin spending nearly 7 hours on campus on Wednesday. She toured the school, shared her experiences as a former student, and participated in a Q&A session. Later that evening, we hosted a Neurodiversity Symposium at the Park Theater in Jaffrey, featuring Dr. Grandin and an esteemed panel of experts: Dr. Will White, Dr. David Rowe, Dr. Caroline Robertson, and Stacia Langille. The event was a great success, and we’re grateful to our Hampshire Country School community for showcasing the importance of our "Place of Possibilities" to the greater Monadnock region. For more information visit hampshirecountryschool.org

04/22/2026

We are so proud that Temple Grandin is back at Hampshire Country School today! One of our most famous alumni will be touring campus for the first time in decades and will be giving a talk in Jaffrey! hampshirecountryschool.org

04/13/2026

04/13/2026

HCS Timbertop Summer Camp, June 28-July 25
Enrollment is now open!
Hampshire Country School is now enrolling for its renowned Timbertop Camp, a four-week overnight summer program designed for bright, neurodivergent boys ages 8-14. Located on the school's 2,000-acre campus in southern New Hampshire, Timbertop offers a supportive, strengths-based environment where campers can build confidence, form meaningful friendships, and thrive through hands-on, outdoor learning.

Each day at Timbertop blends adventure, skill-building, and fun through activities such as hiking, fishing, canoeing, camping, and team-based challenges. Guided by experienced staff who understand and celebrate neurodiverse learners, campers develop resilience, independence, and social-emotional growth while enjoying the best elements of a classic summer camp experience. With small group sizes and individualized attention, Timbertop provides a space where boys can feel successful, connected, and understood.

In addition to summer programming, Hampshire Country School is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. Serving bright, neurodivergent boys from late elementary through early high school, the school offers an individualized, experiential approach that emphasizes strengths, hands-on learning, and personal growth. Families and professionals are encouraged to inquire early, as space for both Timbertop Camp and the academic program is limited.

For more information, please contact Josh Gunalda at [email protected] or visit the Hampshire Country School website at www.hampshirecountryschool.org.

04/07/2026

Even though it’s snowing today, spring has truly arrived at Hampshire Country School.

This Easter, we were lucky enough to welcome new lambs into the world. There’s nothing quite like the energy of new life on the farm. Wobbly first steps, soft bleats, and plenty of work for both mom and our farm manager. For our students, it’s a seasonal milestone, highlighting the shift in seasons and the final stretch of the school year.

Moments like these remind us why time on our farm matters. Students witness the rhythms of life and learn the responsibility that comes with caring for living creatures. They can choose to take part in daily chores, work on special projects, play, or just simply sit quietly among the animals.

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