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Spring Fever Fest: May 16

It's the Spring Fever Fest Plant Sale!The New School welcomes spring’s arrival with the Spring Fever Fest Plant Sale, to be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Students have been lovingly tending organic veggie, flower and herb seedlings in the school’s greenhouse—these as well as a number of native plants and seeds will be for sale at great prices. It’s going to be fun for the whole family with live music, lawn games, and free crafts for kids.At the EventWe are pleased to announce that Eden Acres Family Farm will be on hand with quick pickles for tasting and have organic [...]

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Bowls of Hope: March 14th

Join us for the 3nd Annual Bowls of Hope: a fundraising event on Saturday, March 14, 4:30-7 PM, at The New School, 38 York St, Kennebunk. Bowls of Hope is a warm, cozy night of wonderful soups and bread from local restaurants. Sample the soups, then fill a handmade bowl with your favorite soup and grab some bread for dipping. Bowls have been handmade by The New School's students and are yours to keep after the event. Proceeds from this event will be directed two ways: to The New School in support of its academic programs and to Community [...]

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Join Us for Flex Fridays

Every Friday afternoon from 12:30 to 3:30 The New School will have opportunities for art and outdoor physical experiences, plus some special events and classes. All the experiences will be led by local people who believe in The New School and have expertise to share. Students — including homeschoolers that haven’t joined the school community — will be able to earn high school credit and achievement narratives will be provided for most of these. Our offerings for this and next month: Starting September 12, a four-week course on journal making. Beginning September 19, a five-week hands-on physics course. Also starting on September 19th, a [...]

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Kennebunk Art Walk: August 8

The New School at Kennebunk's Art Walk The New School is happy to be participating in the next Kennebunk Art Walk on Friday, August 8 from 5-7 pm. We'll be at the Waterhouse Center showcasing TNS student artwork. If you are a TNS student or alum and have art that you would like to sell (or display), please contact Jacqueline Tourville, New New School Committee member (and former TNS parent!), who is organizing this effort. She can pick up art if you're local, or you can drop it off at TNS and she will pick it up there. We are also [...]

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Introducing our Head of School, Will Tuttle

The New School in Kennebunk Announces Appointment of Will Tuttle as Head of School The New School is proud to announce the appointment of Will Tuttle as its next Head of School, effective July 1, 2025. A seasoned educator and leader in progressive education, Tuttle brings nearly two decades of experience in independent schools, where he has been widely recognized for his commitment to student-centered learning, ethical leadership, and innovative academic programming. Tuttle joins The New School at a time of momentum and renewed vision. With his leadership, the school will continue to deepen its mission of fostering intellectual [...]

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Bowls of Hope: November 2

Join us for the 2nd Annual Bowls of Hope, sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank: a fundraising event on Saturday, November 2, 4:30-7 PM, at The New School, 38 York St, Kennebunk. Bowls of Hope is a warm, cozy night of wonderful soups and bread from local restaurants. Sample the soups, then fill a handmade bowl with your favorite soup and grab some bread for dipping. Bowls have been handmade by The New School's students, with time and materials graciously donated by The Cellar Co., and are yours to keep after the event. Proceeds from this event will be directed [...]

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Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser!

The New School partners with Lyman Orchards to bring you fresh fruit and sweet dessert pies, ready in time for Thanksgiving! Pies will be available for pickup at The New School at dismissal (3:30 pm) on Tuesday, November 19th, on the week before Thanksgiving! Pies arrive frozen, and your students will have them ready for pickup and distribution. Apple Caramel Walnut, a decadent take on Lyman's classic apple pie. A double crust pie filled with our classic seasoned apples, rich caramel glaze and roasted walnuts. Orchard Blueberry is made with the perfect blend of wild and cultivated blueberries in [...]

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Creativity One Ten 100 at TNS

Fritz Grobe recently conducted a workshop for students and teachers here at The New School. The event, designed to inspire creativity and highlight the importance of perseverance, was a resounding success, engaging our learners in improvisation exercises and a unique activity involving creative uses for tissues. Fritz, a co-founder of EepyBird, is renowned for his viral online videos featuring the explosive combination of Coke and Mentos that have been seen by over 150 million people, won four Webby Awards, and been nominated for two Emmys. They're one of the staff's favorite moments from the David Letterman show! He [...]

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Around the World in 5 Courses

Back by popular demand, it's the TNS Trivia Night Dinner! Travel around the world in five courses inspired from Southeastern Asia, the Middle East, Europe, the Caribbean, and the Americas. Proceeds from your world feasting ticket go to funding our students' educational travels! Chef Evie. On Saturday, March 9, at 6 PM, you'll be entertained with an evening of trivia and food prepared and served by our students. Tickets are $45 ($9 per course). If you can't attend but want to purchase a community ticket so others can attend, those options are available! Your menu for the [...]

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