Homecoming 2021

WELCOME! Our Preliminary Application for 2024-25 Is Now Closed

Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Reconnect and celebrate with friends, teachers, alumni, and Poly’s beautiful campus!
Every Poly student gets a FREE T-shirt featuring our new BLUE DEVIL!

Parents, please consider signing up for a volunteer slot. See the FAQ for more details.

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Click Here for Our Visitor Policy

Crazy Fun Activities

It’s a carnival of games and activities for kids and tweens! We’ve got some high energy, good times planned in our Oval from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM! Bonus: You can beat the rush by purchasing your all-inclusive activities bracelet $20 per person online right now!

Pumpkin Patch with seasonal Arts & Crafts, Balloon Artist, and Fairy Hairdresser
Climbing Wall
Velcro Stick Wall
Bouncy Castles
Photo Booth
Adrenaline Rush
High Voltage Obstacle Course

Get Your Game On!

Go Poly Blue Devils! It’s a full day of action on the fields and courts starting at 9:30 AM. Bring your spirit and cheer on our student-athletes at the Steinberg Athletic Complex, the tennis courts, and Novogratz Center for Athletics.

9:30 AM – Varsity Boys’ Soccer vs Dalton
11:30 AM – Varsity Girls’ Soccer vs. Dalton
1:00 PM – Varsity Girls’ Volleyball vs. Dalton
1:30 PM – Varsity Football vs Pennington

Everybody Dance Now!

Boogie on down to the theater patio for our Performing Arts Showcase! From 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, you can take in the grace and strength of our talented students as we celebrate dance, music, and voice.

Student Performances: Jazz Band, A Cappella, String Ensemble, and more!
Celebrate 25 Years of Dance at Poly!
Dance, dance, dance like there’s no one watching (even though there might be) with our DJ providing the beats.

You Gotta Eat... and Get Some Merch!

Fuggedaboutit. What’s a party without food and swag?! Check out the best BKNY Food Truck convoy near the Oval from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. What’s on the menu? We’ve got BBQ, kid faves like chicken fingers and mac and cheese, ice cream, and snacks in the back fields. Cash or credit accepted at food trucks.

Eats: Korilla BBQ, Gorilla Cheese, Red Hook Lobster Pound, Jase BBQ, and more!
New Poly Merch at our Pop Up Shop (Credit cards accepted, Oval and back fields)

Poly Spirit Award & 50th Alumni Reunion

We can’t wait to see our alumni! Check out our Meet-up Tent in the back fields, cheer on our Poly Blue Devils, and join us for the day’s fun!

50th Poly Prep Alumni Reunion
Celebrating Classes of 1970 & 1971
11:30 AM in Commons
(RSVP required, please contact Alumni Relations)

Alumni Association Spirit Award Ceremony & Reception
Honoring Sabina Laricchia P’21
4:00 PM in the Joseph Dana Allen Library

RSVP and send us a tribute by October 8 for Sabina!

Spirit Week Revs Up Poly!

Spirit Week is a fun, long standing Poly tradition where students dress up for different theme days to generate excitement for Homecoming. Reminder: Poly Prep Dress Code applies during Spirit Week.

Tuesday, October 12: Pajama Day
After a long weekend, ease into the school week in comfort!
Wednesday, October 13: Jersey Day
No jersey? No problem. Wear a shirt celebrating your favorite musician or show!
Thursday, October 14: Decades Day
Dig through a family member’s closet and don your best retro look!
Friday, October 15: Poly Gear/Spirit Day
Show your School Spirit – face paint and hair-dye are encouraged!

Hey! What's the Visitor Policy for Coming to Campus?

Please note the following policy for in-person visits to our campuses:

Poly Prep’s campuses are accessible for fully vaccinated individuals aged 12+.
Visitors experiencing any symptoms consistent with COVID-19, including mild symptoms such as congestion should stay home.
All visitors must show proof of vaccination. Proof of vaccination can be a NYS Excelsior Pass, a CDC vaccination card, or NYC’s COVID SAFE app.
All visitors must show a photo ID.
Unvaccinated children may accompany their vaccinated parents.
Masks must be worn at all times indoors.
Parents/guardians accompanied by unvaccinated children are responsible for ensuring that unvaccinated children maintain social distance (> 3 feet) from others while on campus.

Homecoming FAQs

How can parents help out at Homecoming?

We encourage Lower School parents to assist with the Pumpkin Patch using this sheet to pick an open slot. Our Middle and Upper School PA have created a list of activities with which they need help. Check it out and sign up here.
Is parking available?

Parking on site is very limited. Street parking is available. We encourage public transportation or rideshares to campus.
What are the food options?

There will be a variety of food vendors and choices, including BBQ, lobster rolls, ice cream, grilled cheese, french fries, chicken fingers, popcorn, mac & cheese, and more.
Does food cost money and what are payment options?

Food is available for purchase on site. Payment can be made with cash or with digital options.
What is the cost of Pumpkin Patch activities? How to purchase an "all-inclusive" bracelet?

You may purchase a bracelet for $20 in advance through October 14 at 3:00PM; $30 on site. Buy a bracelet. Pay-per-ride is not an option.
Oh no, it's raining. Is there a rain date?

This is a rain or shine event. In the event of inclement weather, most youth activities will be moved into the Legacy Gym. Masks are required indoors.
How can I buy Poly gear?

There will be a Poly swag pop-up store on the front campus and back campus. Credit card or Venmo payment only.
Where does my student get their free Homecoming T-shirt?

Middle and Upper School students pick up their t-shirts on Friday, October 15 at 8:00 AM-9:00 AM on the Malkin Terrace or at 3:00 PM at the pep rally. Lower School families and Poly employees should pick up their shirts at Homecoming on the Oval from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM.
I'm a parent who has not submitted vax info to get a Poly Pass. Can I still come to Homecoming?

For this specific event, even parents without a Poly Pass may demonstrate proof of vaccination by showing a NY State vaccination document. If you did not obtain a Poly Pass during the outreach window of July, August, and September, reach out to Rebekah Sollitto, Assistant Head of School, Strategic Initiatives.
Can I bring friends who don't go to Poly?

Yes, the more the merrier! We welcome friends and family to accompany you. Everyone is subject to our visitor policy. Individuals 12+ must be vaccinated and be able to show ID and proof of vaccination.