By Annie Fuerst, Director of Innovation | February 24, 2025
When I introduce myself as a director of innovation, people often assume that my job is to make waves, whether reinventing programs, jumping headfirst into new technologies, or pushing for big, bold changes. While I do love brainstorming and tapping into some futurist thinking, in reality, innovation is often quieter and more incremental. I’ve always […]
By Tara Lightbody, Food Program Director | February 07, 2025
7 a.m. I arrive at BDS to the aroma of garlic and tomato wafting from the kitchen. As I walk in, the day’s menu prep is already underway. Music plays, and I check in with the team. Chef Vlad focuses on preparing the main hot meal–a complicated and physical job. It’s “Pasta Monday,” so he’s […]
By Betty Chu Pryor, Lower School Head | January 31, 2025
Legend has it that long ago, the Jade Emperor, the ruler of heaven, was creating a calendar. He decided he would hold a race, and the first twelve animals to cross the finish line would have a year named after them in the Chinese zodiac. Growing up, I loved hearing this myth, which was retold […]
By Jen James, Chief of Staff; Registrar | January 27, 2025
When the predictions of “plowable snow” for this past Sunday night began rolling in, I wondered about the possibility of our first snow day. Then I quickly remembered that Monday was a holiday, so we would already be away from school. While we didn’t get to enjoy the opportunities (or confront the challenges) that an […]
By Jen James, Chief of Staff; Registrar | January 17, 2025
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Today, we celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at our annual assembly honoring the iconic civil rights leader. From our youngest learners teaching us their song about Martin to our middle […]
By Brendan Largay, Head of School | January 09, 2025
Happy 2025, Belmont Day! The new calendar year is upon us, and in just a few short days, it is clear that there is boundless energy in our halls and classrooms. To start the year, I have had the great pleasure of being invited into those classrooms for morning greetings. Ask a kindergartener about the […]
on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, due to weather.
