Upcoming Events
Current families can log into Blackbaud to view a comprehensive calendar.
Open Streets Dorchester
Visit Advent’s table at Open Streets Boston to meet faculty and staff, enjoy crafts, get details on upcoming events, and discover the unique magic that is our Reggio-inspired school.
Fall HillFest
Join The Advent School and the Beacon Hill Civic Association for Fall HillFest, a fun and family-friendly day of music, food, street activities, a dog parade, and more! Meet and connect with Advent faculty, staff, and fellow parents, and learn more about our Reggio-inspired approach to preK to Grade 6 education.
Open House
Open Houses at The Advent School are intentionally scheduled during a school day to give prospective families the opportunity to see current Advent students authentically engaging in learning with their classmates and teachers.
On a tour of our Reggio-inspired elementary school, you’ll see vibrant, light-filled classrooms designed as “third teachers,” where materials are carefully arranged to spark curiosity. Student work is displayed thoughtfully, documenting learning as an evolving process. Natural elements, such as plants, wood, and outdoor learning spaces, invite children to connect with the world around them. Teachers and students collaborate at large tables, in cozy nooks, or outdoors, reflecting the value of relationships and community. You will see an atmosphere of inquiry, creativity, and respect—where children’s voices, questions, and ideas guide projects and shape the rhythm of the day.
Join us to tour the school, ask questions, and discover the unique magic that is Advent!
Open House
Open Houses at The Advent School are intentionally scheduled during a school day to give prospective families the opportunity to see current Advent students authentically engaging in learning with their classmates and teachers.
On a tour of our Reggio-inspired elementary school, you’ll see vibrant, light-filled classrooms designed as “third teachers,” where materials are carefully arranged to spark curiosity. Student work is displayed thoughtfully, documenting learning as an evolving process. Natural elements, such as plants, wood, and outdoor learning spaces, invite children to connect with the world around them. Teachers and students collaborate at large tables, in cozy nooks, or outdoors, reflecting the value of relationships and community. You will see an atmosphere of inquiry, creativity, and respect—where children’s voices, questions, and ideas guide projects and shape the rhythm of the day.
Join us to tour the school, ask questions, and discover the unique magic that is Advent!
Open House
Open Houses at The Advent School are intentionally scheduled during a school day to give prospective families the opportunity to see current Advent students authentically engaging in learning with their classmates and teachers.
On a tour of our Reggio-inspired elementary school, you’ll see vibrant, light-filled classrooms designed as “third teachers,” where materials are carefully arranged to spark curiosity. Student work is displayed thoughtfully, documenting learning as an evolving process. Natural elements, such as plants, wood, and outdoor learning spaces, invite children to connect with the world around them. Teachers and students collaborate at large tables, in cozy nooks, or outdoors, reflecting the value of relationships and community. You will see an atmosphere of inquiry, creativity, and respect—where children’s voices, questions, and ideas guide projects and shape the rhythm of the day.
Join us to tour the school, ask questions, and discover the unique magic that is Advent!
Bluey Dance Party!
Let’s dance! Join The Advent School at the Myrtle Street Playground for music, fun, friends, and glitter! Meet members of the Advent community and find out what makes our school so special.
Summer Concert
It’s Advent Night at Titus Sparrow Park! Join us for a free evening of live music and family fun, and meet up with fellow members of the Advent community. Not yet an Advent family? We’d love to meet you at the event! For more details on the Park’s Summer Concert series, visit their website.
Open Streets Boston/Hyde Park
The Advent School will be part of the Open Streets Boston event in Hyde Park, a day of live music, mouthwatering food trucks, kid-friendly activities, and vibrant local art that will unite our community!
This is your chance to connect with members of the Advent community and learn more about our progressive and social justice-focused approach to preK through Grade 6 education.
Graduation
Advent’s graduation is a community-wide event! The day begins with an all-school parade from 15 Brimmer Street to City Hall Plaza, where the ceremony takes place. Family and friends are invited to join the parade or meet at City Hall. Sixth Grade graduates give speeches to their friends, families, and guests that highlight their unique Advent experience. All grades perform songs and share in the celebration.
Splash Painting Playdate
Join us for a free morning of creativity, laughter, and a little bit of mess at our Splash Painting Playdate! 🎨✨
Get ready to unleash your inner artist as we splatter, swirl, and splash paint to create colorful masterpieces in our outdoor recess yard. This hands-on, free-flowing art experience is all about fun, creativity, and self-expression—no brushes required! Wear clothes that can handle a little (or a lot of!) paint, and come ready to make some memories.
While the kids dive into their artistic adventure, parents will have the chance to connect with other families and learn more about our vibrant school community.
We can’t wait to see you there—let’s make a splash together! 🌈🎨
RSVP to admission@adventschool.org
Open House
Come take a deeper dive into our programming at one of our upcoming Open Houses! This is a fantastic way to explore our classrooms, engage with our educators, and see firsthand how we foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.
RSVP via Advent’s Blackbaud portal.
Comedy Night
Join us for a fun, adults-only night out at the Dorchester Brewing Comedy!
Open House
Come take a deeper dive into our programming at one of our upcoming Open Houses! This is a fantastic way to explore our classrooms, engage with our educators, and see firsthand how we foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.
RSVP via Advent’s Blackbaud portal.
Art Stroll
The Advent School's annual all-school Art Show is May 2 & 3! All are welcome to spend an afternoon or morning with us in Boston, come for a stroll along Charles Street in Beacon Hill and see amazing student art on display. A list of retail locations housing student artwork will be provided closer to the event. All locations are in the Charles Street neighborhood and will include a family-friendly art activity in Advent's Art Studio at 99 West Cedar St.
Please note: if you currently do not attend The Advent School and would like to participate in the Art Stroll, that’s wonderful! Kindly RSVP via email so we can plan our supplies accordingly. Thank you!
Connect With Your Next Community: Parents Night Out
Advent is more than a school. It is a community of thoughtful, socially conscious learners, educators, and families. Join us on Thursday, April 10 anytime between 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. to connect with like-minded Boston parents over a glass of wine, explore our Beacon Hill campus, and experience first hand the unique magic of Advent.
This event is for parents of kids ages 8 and under who are curious about progressive education and are seeking to establish connections with other Boston-area parents committed to diversity and social justice.
Drinks and light appetizers will be served.
RSVP via Eventbrite for this free community event.
Scavenger Hunt Playdate
Calling all young explorers! 🕵️♂️🔎 Join us for a free, fun-filled Scavenger Hunt Playdate where will embark on an exciting adventure to uncover hidden clues and discover the amazing spaces that make our school so special.
From the library filled with magical stories to our colorful Atelier where creativity comes to life, each clue will lead our adventurers to a new destination, helping them learn more about our school along the way. Will they find the playground where friendships grow? The only way to know is to follow the clues and explore!
Get ready for a morning of exploration, discovery, and fun—we can't wait to see you there!
RSVP to admission@adventschool.org
Family Library Time
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Head of School Chat: Holidays & Hot Cocoa
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Piazza Event: Advent Archives & History
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Piazza Event: Math at Advent
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Family Library Time
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Community Share
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Head of School Chat: Strategic Visioning
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Lower School Open House (Admission Event)
Advent's elementary school Open House is for all families in the Boston area. Wed., 10/23, from 9–11 am.
Family Library Time
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
All-School Open House (Admission Event)
Advent's elementary school All-School Open House is for families in the Boston area. Wed., 10/16, from 9–11 am.
Head of School Chat: Meet School Leadership
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Coffee Hour
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Piazza Event: Transitions with Nick Packard, LICSW, RPT™ P’32
Community members are invited to enjoy one of four rotating events every Thursday morning in the Advent library.
Graduation
The entire school community is invited to this celebration of the class of 2024!
All students participate in graduation. In addition to the parade, each grade performs a song during the ceremony. Students sit with their classmates and teachers. ECC and Kindergarten students sit with their families after their performances.
All event details, including exact timing, will be shared as the event nears.
Field Day
An all-school event in celebration of Advent’s PE program.
All details, including exact timing, will be shared as the event nears.
Campus Closed: Memorial Day
The campus is closed for Memorial Day.
All after-school classes, tutoring, and private lessons are canceled.
Spring Info Session
Join the Advent community! 🦁
Attend a Spring Info Session to meet community members and experience Advent's Reggio-inspired approach, co-teaching model, and social justice mission.
All info sessions are from 9 to 10 a.m. and begin at 15 Brimmer Street. During this informal visit, there will be a tour and opportunities to meet current parents.
Choose from 3 dates:
Wed., 5/8
Wed., 5/15
Wed., 5/22