Meet Our Community

"I am curious about studying multiple overlapping branches of science, such as the engineering/psychology major at West Point."

"AP English 11 reshaped my understanding of both literature and life. It pushed me to new heights in writing and self-reflection I never imagined."

"Upper School is all about growth. I learned how collaborating with others can bring out the best in everyone."

My goal is to create a positive environment for young people to thrive. The team is a tapestry of distinct individuals who learn in different ways, who respond to feedback in different ways, and who are motivated in different ways."

"We stress with our players the importance of coming to practice with a good attitude, putting forth your best effort, and being a good teammate."

"As athletes mature, the improvement becomes less and less physical and more about mental head space."

I want students to feel comfortable in my class, so I listen to them. I trust them. I support them even when they doubt themselves. I want them to know it’s OK to take risks."

You don’t get into teaching if you don’t love working with kids. Seeing them learn something new or figure out something that has challenged them is highly rewarding."

The kids at Country Day are all very sweet. I love seeing their faces every day. They are happy when they come into my classroom and they’re happy when they leave."