Campus Living

Living on campus at Eagle Hill School means being part of a friendly, supportive community where students build independence, grow as leaders, and form lifelong friendships.

Supported by dorm parents and faculty, students gain independence by taking on more responsibilities, joining in social activities, and helping to create a positive campus community that enhances their personal and academic growth.

Girls playing board game — Living where you learn is one of the most incredible parts of your experience at Eagle Hill School. Not only do your best friends live right next door, but there is also always an abundance of activities to enjoy and create.

Whether you are working on your robot for the upcoming competition, running that final tech rehearsal for the spring play, or getting in one last practice before the state competition, your room is never far away at the end of a busy day.

“Thank you to Dr. Stone and your incredible student life team—you all change lives every day whether you realize it or not (for both our kids and us as parents).”

Sara C. EHS Parent

Dorm Life

Harmsworth Hall

Harmsworth Hall is our largest residence hall, featuring three distinct floors for boarders, separated by gender and age. Each floor functions as an independent housing group with its own dedicated dorm parents.

The hall offers single rooms, organized into pods—three rooms grouped together, sharing a bathroom with an adjacent pod. This unique setup allows students to live near friends while maintaining the privacy of their own room.

Home to 11^th and 12^th graders, Harmsworth Hall is dedicated to fostering essential life skills to prepare for college and beyond:

Independent Time Management: Collaborate with dorm parents to plan schedules and enhance executive functioning skills.
Peer Conflict Resolution: Build strategies for navigating and resolving interpersonal challenges effectively.
Social Skills: Practice everyday conversations and learn to navigate various social settings.
Academic Support: Access resources independently and develop effective study habits.
Digital Citizenship: Understand about social media etiquette and its impact on mental health.
College Readiness: Build confidence and self-advocacy skills for a smooth transition to college life.

Our goal at Harmsworth Hall is to empower students with the skills and confidence needed for independent living in college, ensuring they can advocate for themselves and thrive academically and socially.

Prescott Hall

Home to our youngest female students (grades 8-10), Prescott Hall provides a welcoming space to begin the boarding experience. With a mix of single and double rooms, a close-knit community, and fun activities like dance parties and spa nights, there’s always something happening. Alongside two resident dorm parents, student proctors serve as mentors, helping residents develop key life skills:

Cleanliness – Step-by-step checklists help students maintain organized and tidy living spaces.
Hygiene – Personalized routines and reminders support students in building consistent hygiene habits.
Accountability – Students learn to take ownership of homework, communicate with teachers, and navigate social boundaries.
Self-Advocacy – Through structured support, students gain confidence in asking for help, seeking extra time, and resolving conflicts.

At Prescott Hall, students build independence while supported by a caring community, preparing them for success in boarding school.

Enfield Hall

Welcome to Enfield, where our motto is:

Clear Minds
Open Hearts
Friendly Words
Good Deeds

Enfield Hall is our smallest dorm, home to eighteen 10th-grade boys who share spacious double rooms. Its cozy size creates a warm, family-like atmosphere, allowing the boys to form close friendships and enjoy plenty of social activities.

Mario Kart tournaments and evening hot chocolate are just a few of the favorites that bring the community together.

At Enfield, the boys focus on developing key life skills:

Problem-Solving – With the help of clear notes, reminders, and other helpful resources, the boys are encouraged to find their own solutions and answers.
Goal Setting – Setting both personal and academic goals to stay motivated and accomplish their objectives.
Gain Independence – Taking responsibility for their day by waking up on time, making their bed, following through on commitments, and advocating for themselves when necessary.
Creating Routines – Forming good routines like staying on top of homework, being punctual, and even getting their laundry ready for the week, the boys are encouraged to build strong habits and a sense of responsibility.

Enfield Hall is where students thrive in a supportive, close-knit environment, making lasting friendships and growing into independent, responsible individuals.

Dana Hall

Perhaps most closely resembling an actual family home, Dana Hall always has a family feel. Home to 8, 9, and some 10th-grade boys, the doubles in Dana allow students a chance to develop close friendships and learn the fundamental skills of cooperation as they live together.

Pizza nights and movie nights often fill the space, along with laughter and lively discussion.

Students in Dana Hall develop key life skills, including:

Navigating Social Interactions – Building friendships, developing communication skills, and learning to resolve conflicts respectfully.
Cleanliness and Hygiene – Establishing structured routines to maintain personal space and practice daily hygiene.
Time Management – Learning to balance schoolwork, extracurriculars, and personal time effectively.
The Core Values – Guiding students in practicing purpose, honesty, respect, and kindness in their daily interactions, helping them develop strong character and a sense of responsibility.

Dana Hall provides a supportive environment where students grow independence while feeling at home within a close-knit community.

Coming in September 2027

A new dormitory complex for the senior class will be more than just a place to sleep—it’ll be a place to connect, learn, and grow. Located near Jordan Field, it will have separate wings for boys and girls, with a shared central space designed for, studying, building community, and just hanging out.

Cozy common areas will bring friends together, while kitchenettes and laundry centers will help students build important life skills and help prepare for their college experience. Outside, scenic spots will offer the perfect place to relax and enjoy the campus. Perched at the top of Eagle Hill, this new dorm will be a special space that students can truly call home.

Student Life Curriculum

At Eagle Hill, teaching and learning surpass the four walls of the classroom. In fact, we believe some of the most important lessons taught on our campus are in the dorms—talking about ideas and listening to others’ perspectives.

Each week, students gather in small groups with their peers to discuss topics that are particularly relevant to their age and development. These discussions focus on essential life skills such as time management and organization, such as, helping students determine the best order to complete their homework and how to incorporate effective breaks.

They also explore the importance of healthy relationships, including strategies for setting boundaries within their peer groups. As students prepare for college, they tackle practical skills like managing daily responsibilities—including something as simple as learning how to do laundry.

Weekly Student Life Curriculum groups provide an opportunity for students to connect with fellow students and faculty on a closer level. In many circumstances, students enjoy this time away from the books to talk about what’s on their minds.

Gradual Release in Student Life

Learning independence is the true work of adolescence. Just as our students come from vastly different educational backgrounds and experiences, so do they arrive with differing independent living skills.

Our student life model focuses on the gradual release concept. This provides students with more support initially and then gradually allows each student to do more on his or her own with less help and support from adults.

For instance, study hall for our youngest students takes place in the dining hall, where there are several teachers on hand to help with questions and to make sure all assignments are done to completion.

As each student learns routines and strategies that enable them to complete homework more independently, they are able to earn different privilege levels that correspond to less support, more independence, and greater autonomy.

Then as students progress, they transition to studying independently either in their dorm room or at the PJM STEM Center. Eventually, some students may no longer need to check into study hall altogether.

Boarding School Life FAQs

Will I have a single or a double?

Who will my dorm parent be?

Dorm parents and faculty members supervise the dorms, with each dorm and floor having a dedicated dorm parent for guidance and support. They are always there when school lets out, stay overnight in the dorm, and are there when you wake up.

Since your dorm is like a second home, dorm parents help keep things running smoothly. There also might be a friendly resident cat or dog to play with. Think of your dorm parent as a mix of mentor, cheerleader, and trusted advisor—always there when you need them!

What if I don’t get along with my roommate?

What if I need help with my homework?

Study Hall runs every evening from 7:00–8:30 p.m., Sunday through Friday. 8th and 9th graders attend a supervised study hall in the dining commons, where teachers can provide individualized help. 10th and 11th graders work in their dorm rooms with dorm parents and faculty circulating to assist. Seniors and students with independent status are not required to attend Study Hall and can work in their rooms, study groups, the WHIKS, or the PJM STEM Center.

Students looking for additional help can attend office hours before classes start in the morning and at the end of the school day. Early Study Hall is also offered at 4:00 pm in the lecture hall.

Can I go home on the weekends?

Yes! Students may go home on weekends, but they must coordinate with the Weekend Services Office, which facilitates travel plans, and keeps track of where students are and how they are traveling. Most students, however, opt to stay on campus as weekends are filled with on and off campus activities, trips, and sports. Weekends are also a time to enjoy campus and to relax with friends.

What happens if I get sick at school?

Who can help me if I get homesick?

What is the cell phone/tech policy?

Our goal at EHS is to help students develop healthy habits and that includes the use of technology. To that end, our classrooms are cell phone free. Students are asked to bring a laptop as we do use technology during class for learning.

In the evening, students in grades 8-10 turn in their phones and computers at lights out to ensure healthy sleep habits. Students in the upper grades and those with independent status may keep their phones at night but need to demonstrate consistently that they are managing their tech use well.