Monday, September 28 to Friday, October 2
HOMECOMING WEEK UNDER THE LIGHTS
Join us for a week filled with Husky pride as we cheer on our athletic teams and celebrate Homecoming! Throughout the week, cheer on athletes under the lights on Peterson Family Field. On Friday evening, the celebration culminates with traditional Homecoming festivities, including the bonfire, Spirit Alley activities, face painting, inflatables, balloons, and a football game.
Pro Tips
Homecoming is a week-long celebration! Review these pro tips to help you make the most of the festivities that culminate on Friday, October 2.
Visit the Welcome Tent for spirit giveaways, information and family reunification throughout the evening on Friday.
Parking fills fast!
The Upper and Middle School parking lots will fill quickly. If you plan on arriving after 4:00 p.m., park at the Lower School.
Shuttles available from 4:00-10:00 p.m.
Shuttle buses will run continuously between the lower and upper campuses until 10:00 p.m.
Lower School
- Normal dismissal and carpool.
- 4:00 p.m. — Activities begin at Peterson Middle School fields
- 4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. — Flint Hill school bus shuttles run continuously between Upper and Lower School Campuses.
Middle School
- Normal dismissal and carpool.
- 3:20–3:45 p.m. — Middle School parents planning to stay should park in the Upper School lot and pick up your child. Volunteers arriving before 4:00 p.m. should park in the Upper School lot. Please do not park in the Middle School lot.
- 3:45 p.m.–10:00 p.m. — The Middle School parking lot opens to spectators.
- 4:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. — Flint Hill school bus shuttles will run continuously between Upper and Lower School Campuses. Park at the Lower School and take a shuttle.
Upper School
- Normal dismissal and carpool.
- 4:00 p.m. — Shuttles begin running between Lower and Upper School Campuses.
- If students leave campus and plan to return after 5:00 p.m., the US parking lot will likely be full. Park at the Lower School and take a shuttle.
Flint Hill School — Homecoming Week 2026 · Full Schedule
Full Schedule
Five days of games, clinics, and community — all week under the lights.
Monday, September 28
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4:15 p.m.
Girls’ Varsity Tennis vs. Foxcroft School
Tennis Courts, Middle and Upper School Campus
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4:30 p.m.
JV Volleyball vs. Jackson Reed
Upper School Gym
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5:30–7:30 p.m.
The Den concession stand open
The John M. Thomas Terrace, Peterson Middle School
Cash, credit card and electronic payments accepted
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6:00 p.m.
Varsity Volleyball vs. Jackson Reed
Upper School Gym
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6:00 p.m.
Varsity Girls' Soccer vs. DC International School
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
Tuesday, September 29
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3:30–5:30 p.m.
Grades 5-8 Dance Clinic
Upper School Gym
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4:00–7:30 p.m.
The Den concession stand open
The John M. Thomas Terrace, Peterson Middle School
Cash, credit card and electronic payments accepted
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4:15 p.m.
JV Boys' Soccer vs. John Paul the Great
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
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4:15 p.m.
JV Girls' Tennis vs. Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
Tennis Courts, Middle and Upper School Campus
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6:00 p.m.
Varsity Boys' Soccer vs. John Paul the Great
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- Halftime – Dance Team performance with Grades 5-8 Clinic participants
Wednesday, September 30
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3:30–5:30 p.m.
Grades 1-4 Dance Clinic
Lower School Gym
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3:30–4:30 p.m.
Grades 1-6 Soccer Clinic
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
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3:30–4:30 p.m.
Grades 1-6 Flag Football
Norris Mitchell Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
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6:00 p.m.
Junior vs. Senior Flag Football Game
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
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6:00–7:00 p.m.
The Den concession stand open
The John M. Thomas Terrace, Peterson Middle School
Cash, credit card and electronic payments accepted
Thursday, October 1
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4:15 p.m.
Freshmen Volleyball vs. St. John's
Upper School Gym
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5:30–7:30 p.m.
The Den concession stand open
The John M. Thomas Terrace, Peterson Middle School
Chick-fil-A available while supplies last · Cash, credit card and electronic payments accepted
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5:30–7:30 p.m.
The Igloo Snack Bar open
Upper School building
Chick-fil-A available while supplies last · Cash, credit card and electronic payments accepted
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6:00 p.m.
Varsity Field Hockey vs. Potomac School
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- “Star Spangled Banner” performed by Sabrina Kladakis ’28
- Halftime – Dance Team performance with Grades 1-4 Clinic participants
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6:00 p.m.
Varsity Volleyball vs. Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
Upper School Gym
- “Star Spangled Banner” performed by Audrey Hines ’27
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8:00 p.m.
Middle and Upper School Campus closes at the end of the field hockey and volleyball games
- Goodnight Huskies! All students depart campus
Friday, October 2
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1:15–2:30 p.m.
Grades 4-12 Pep Rally
Upper School Gym
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4:00–10:00 p.m.
Flint Hill school bus shuttles will run continuously between Upper and Lower School Campuses
- Save time by parking at the Lower School and taking the shuttle.
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4:00–10:00 p.m.
The Den concession stand open
The John M. Thomas Terrace, Peterson Middle School
Chick-fil-A available while supplies last · Cash, credit cards and electronic payments accepted
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4:00–10:00 p.m.
Food Trucks open: Bite to Go, Rocklands BBQ, and Kona Ice
Middle School parking lot
Cash, credit cards and electronic payments accepted
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4:00–6:00 p.m.
Student Club-led activities on Spirit Alley
Norris E. Mitchell Field and Track, Middle and Upper School Campus
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4:00–7:00 p.m.
Interactive games, face painting, and balloons
Norris E. Mitchell Field and Track
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4:00–9:00 p.m.
Welcome and Giveaway Tent hosted by the Parents' Association
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- Stop by for spirit giveaways, information and family reunification
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4:00–9:00 p.m.
Pop-up School Store open
Learning Commons, Peterson Middle School
Cash, credit cards, and electronic payments accepted
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4:00 p.m.
Complimentary bottled water available
The John M. Thomas Terrace, Peterson Middle School
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4:00 p.m.
Varsity Boys' Soccer vs. Bishop Ireton
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- “Star Spangled Banner” performed by Audrey Hines ’27
- Halftime — Lower School Klondike 100-Yard Dash: Grades JK-K Race, Grades 1-2 Race, Grades 3-4 Race, and Grades 5-6 Race
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4:00–8:00 p.m.
Alumni, stop by the Alumni Table by the Welcome Tent and pick up a complimentary meal ticket to The Den
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4:15 p.m.
Varsity Girls' Tennis vs. Maret School
Tennis Courts, Middle and Upper School Campus
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4:30–6:00 p.m.
Complimentary hot chocolate available
Norris E. Mitchell Field
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6:00 p.m.
Bonfire
Near Norris E. Mitchell Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
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7:00 p.m.
Varsity Football vs. Maret School
Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- “Star Spangled Banner” performed by Major Minors
- Halftime — Dance Team Performance · Band and percussion performance
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9:00 p.m.
School Store closes
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10:00 p.m.
Den and food trucks close
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10:00 p.m.
Middle and Upper School Campus closes at the end of the football game
- Goodnight Huskies! All students depart campus
Spirit Themes
Every day of Homecoming Week has its own spirit theme. Check your division's look below — and get ready to show some Husky pride!
MondaySeptember 28
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Upper School
Tropical Theme
TuesdaySeptember 29
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Middle School
Anything But A Backpack Day
Wear Husky Pride Dress and carry your belongings in something other than a backpack.
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Upper School
Jersey Day
WednesdaySeptember 30
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Lower School
Jersey/Sports Day
Show off your team spirit by wearing your favorite team's apparel!
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Middle School
Matching Day
Groups of students (pairs, trios, or more!) wear matching clothing. Students may wear athletic bottoms if they are related to the theme.
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Upper School
Country vs Country Club
ThursdayOctober 1
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Lower School
PJ/Comfy Cozy Day
Wear your favorite pajamas or coziest clothes to school!
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Middle School
Pajama Day
Wear your PJs or comfiest clothing. Students may wear footwear other than sneakers.
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Upper School
Red, White and Blue Day
FridayOctober 2
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Grades JK–3
Husky Pride Dress
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Grades 4–12
Color Day
Go all out in your class color during the day! Wear your Homecoming t-shirt after school. See colors below.
Friday, October 2 — Color Day
Go all out in your class color below during the day! Wear your Homecoming t-shirt after school. (Grades JK–3 Spirit Theme: Husky Pride Dress)
- 4th GradeGray
- 5th GradeYellow/Orange
- 6th GradeRed
- 7th GradePurple
- 8th GradePink
- FreshmenGreen
- SophomoresBlue
- JuniorsWhite
- SeniorsBlack
Alumni Schedule
Come back to Flint Hill for a night of athletics, good food, and a chance to see fellow alumni, former teachers, and coaches. Alumni of all ages and their families are welcome at all Homecoming activities on Friday! Check out the athletic games all week under the lights here.
Friday, October 2
- 4:00 p.m. Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Bishop Ireton — Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- 4:00-6:00 p.m. Student Club-led activities on Spirit Alley — Norris E. Mitchell Field and Track, Middle and Upper School Campus
- 4:00-7:00 p.m. Interactive games, face painting, and balloons — Norris E. Mitchell Field and Track
- 4:00-9:00 p.m. Pop-up School Store open — Learning Commons, Peterson Middle School · Cash, credit cards, and electronic payments accepted
- 4:15 p.m. Varsity Girls’ Tennis vs. Maret School — Tennis Courts, Middle and Upper School Campus
- 4:00-8:00 p.m. Stop by the Alumni Table under the Welcome Tent and pick up a complimentary meal ticket to The Den.
- 6:00 p.m. Bonfire — Near Norris E. Mitchell Field, Middle and Upper School Campus
- 7:00 p.m. Varsity Football vs. Maret School — Peterson Family Field, Middle and Upper School Campus · Halftime: Dance Team and Band Performance