Track & Field Shines
in First Meet in BDS History
 The Belmont Day Track and Field team made history last week by competing in its first interscholastic meet. Even though the program is in its inaugural season, the team managed to draw 25 athletes from the seventh and eighth grades. The BDS girls stole the show at The Carroll School with first-place finishes in seven of the eight events.
A seventh grader and fall season cross country star transitioned to track without missing a beat, taking first place in the mile (6:58), the 800 (3:12), and the 4x200 relay (2:17). Joining her with three first-place finishes was an eighth grade soccer and basketball standout who won the 50 (7.14), the 200 (32.43), and the 4x200 relay (2:17). Another eighth grader also chipped in with two first places of her own. With such fierce competitors and talented athletes, the track and field program looks to begin a successful BDS tradition.
| | Anne Armstrong Awarded Fellowship for School Leaders
Arts Teacher and Arts Coordinator Anne Armstrong was selected by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) to receive an NAIS Fellowship for Aspiring School Heads. The fellowship supports the professional development of independent school administrators who have shown significant leadership ability. Through intensive programming, mentoring, and specialized projects, NAIS Fellows develop their leadership capacities and study the major issues facing independent schools today. The program prepares these individuals to take on future leadership roles in education. Anne is one of 79 Fellows for 2008-09. The 47 men and 32 women hail from NAIS member schools in 24 states.
| Count & Calcul8
June 23 to July 4
This summer BDS will introduce Count & Calcul8 - a new program dedicated to providing review, support, and enrichment of math curriculum taught in grades three, four, and five.
Daily lessons will be tailored to fit the individual needs of each participant. This hands-on, multisensory approach to math instruction will integrate art and technology into daily activities. The program will also feature daily swim lessons and a free swim period in the afternoon.
For enrollment information, please contact Bea Reynolds at breynolds@belmontday.org or 617-484-3078 x244.
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