May 22, 2026
First things first, as we reach this now annual tradition of the head’s Memorial Day summer reading list: Yes, I try to read them all during the summer. And, no, I haven’t succeeded yet. Yes, they are almost always recommendations from Belmont Day colleagues and community members or from the folks–my mom, my spouse, close […]
By Brendan Largay, Head of School | May 15, 2026
Each year at this time, we celebrate our colleagues who have reached significant milestones in their years of service at Belmont Day. Please join me in thanking and congratulating Ellen, Eric, Blair, Barbara, Larissa, Sandra, Susan, and Heather for all they have shared and accomplished over their years at BDS! Ellen Brandt – 10 Years […]
By Jen James, Chief of Staff; Registrar | May 08, 2026
Last week’s leadership column addressed strategic planning and invited our community to help inspire, influence, and inform the future of Belmont Day School. Next Friday, our students and faculty will engage in our annual Community Service Day, which also inspires, influences, and informs the future of our campus, our community, and our planet. Both our […]
By Annie Fuerst, Director of Innovation | May 01, 2026
This time last week, I was in Golden, Colorado, surrounded by mountains. I was there for the closing meetings of my Leadership + Design Fellowship, a year spent learning alongside school leaders from across the country. During our wrap-up sessions, and really throughout the entire year, we kept returning to a central question: what does […]
By Brendan Largay, Head of School | April 21, 2026
How I love Capstone week! In the throes of the work we all do every day, Capstone offers a glimpse into the impact that a Belmont Day School education has. This week provides visibility into the scholars, performers, researchers, and leaders our students have become and will become still! Invariably, like the hundreds of community […]
By Stacy Langa, Director of Development | April 13, 2026
Spring is a season of renewal and optimism—of longer days, new beginnings, and growing possibilities. At Belmont Day, it is also a meaningful time to reflect on the role philanthropy plays in nurturing the vibrant, joyful learning environment our students experience every day. Philanthropy, at its heart, is about community. It is the collective commitment […]