On Saturday, March 28, Moharimet School welcomed families, friends, and community members for its annual Pancake Breakfast, one of the school’s most cherished traditions. The event brought together students, staff, the Moharimet PTO, volunteers, and community members for a morning that celebrated learning, community, the school’s maple sugaring program, and its “Year of Maple Sugaring.”
Guests enjoyed a hearty breakfast served by the Oyster River Child Nutrition team, school staff, and volunteers while enjoying live musical performances by students. Classroom projects were on display throughout the building, highlighting student learning and creativity. Maple syrup and t-shirts were also available for purchase.
Moharimet’s maple sugaring program began in the 1990s, when one teacher started boiling sap on a hot plate in their classroom. Shortly thereafter, a makeshift evaporator was set up in the parking lot, and more teachers became involved. In 2001, teachers and community members came together to build the sugar house. Since then, this special space has become a staple of the school and a hub of hands-on learning.
Located just a few steps from the school entrance, the school's sugar house comes alive in February and March, as students bring in sap they have collected to be boiled and turned into maple syrup. Grounded in the local environment and community traditions, the maple sugaring program exemplifies the power of integrated, place-based learning. Students not only develop academic skills but also build a sense of connection to their community, an appreciation for local resources, and an understanding of the cultural and ecological significance of maple sugaring in New Hampshire.
To celebrate this work, Moharimet hosts its annual Pancake Breakfast, serving over 1,000 people. Proceeds from the breakfast, including the sale of maple syrup and t-shirts, directly support the maple sugaring program.
The success of this year’s Pancake Breakfast was made possible by Moharimet students and staff, the PTO, community volunteers, and local partners whose generosity and support help keep this beloved tradition thriving.
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Moharimet staff and volunteers prepared thousands of pancakes for the occasion.
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Staff and volunteers served pancakes alongside maple syrup, grilled sausage, and fresh fruits.
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Students operated a fundraising stand.
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Students, staff, and volunteers supported the event by selling maple syrup and t-shirts.
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Families and friends gathered in the school gymnasium to eat delicious pancakes.
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Students delighted the crowd with musical performances.