On Monday, August 10th, Archway Programs held its Opening Ceremony for the 2026 Archway Summer Olympics. Athletes from Archway Upper School, Lower School, Archway Early Learning, and Cooper’s Poynt are participating in this year’s games. Once again, the teams designed their logos and chose their team colors, which were proudly displayed.
Mr. John, the Lower School Principal, and Mr. Mark, the Upper School Principal, addressed the students and staff, concluding with a commitment to uphold the rules of the games. The competition has officially begun! Good luck to all our athletes!
Upper School students proceeded with their games immediately following the ceremony. The first day’s events included Relay Races, Sprints, and Shot Put. Despite the heat, everyone performed exceptionally well and demonstrated great effort!
Upper School and Cooper’s Poynt students’ day two events included Bocce Ball, Pickleball, Home Run Derby, Free Throws, Golf, and Ladder Ball. Participants showcased their skills in their chosen sport and cheered on their teammates as they advanced through each event. It was a fun day filled with friendly competition, where everyone had a moment to shine.
At the same time, across campus, Lower School and Cooper’s Poynt students showed off their skills on day one of their games! Students participated in various events, including Archery, Fly High Jump, Target Shot, Hobby Horse Obstacle Course, Around the World Basketball, and some fun non-medal events like Madagascar Villain Freeze Dance. It was an exciting day filled with both indoor and outdoor activities, and everyone did a fantastic job competing and cheering each other on!
On August 13th, Upper School students wrapped up their final day of the 2026 Archway Summer Olympic events with championship games in bocce ball, pickleball, and ladder ball. They concluded the day by heading outside to enjoy an exciting obstacle course and water slide! A fantastic selection of music accompanied the festivities, thanks to Upper School Music Therapist Ms. Julie, who was present throughout all the events, providing great tunes and taking requests!
The Games Begin
Lower School students and staff spent their final day of the games participating in a mix of indoor and outdoor events. Indoor activities included the Clothing Relay, Coral Ring Toss, and Triathlon, while outdoor water events featured the Fireman Relay, Jelly Fishing, and Water Blaster. Students also enjoyed non-medal events like the Shoot the Moon Dunk Tank, Granny Pants, and Number Hunt.
A special thank you to Ms. Katie, the Lower School Music Therapist, for keeping everyone energized and moving with her upbeat and exciting music.
The Closing Ceremony
The festivities concluded on August 13th when Archway Programs held the 2026 Archway Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony. Students and staff from Archway’s Upper, Lower, and Cooper’s Poynt Schools gathered on the Archway Grove to honor and celebrate the athletes who participated in this year’s games. Medals were awarded to the first, second, and third-place teams, and all students were recognized for their hard work and dedication throughout the events. Congratulations to all our students for their outstanding performances! We are Archway Proud of every one of you!
Thank you to all the staff and students who worked so hard to make the 2026 Summer Olympics such a success! Thank you to all our student athletes for your hard work and dedication.