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Learning Updates for May 9 to May 13

May 16, 2022

PE Update: Fourth Graders Experience the Glory of the Games!

Fourth grade students competed this week in the (epic and glorious) second annual Greek Olympics as a way to prepare their bodies and minds for their upcoming Greek Festival. Students were assigned to city-states and spent time during recent physical education classes practicing a variety of events from the ancient Olympics. Javelins, shot puts, and discus were thrown for distance while the fan-favorite chariot race had students pulling each other up the driveway on a small scooter. All athletes embraced the spirit of the games and displayed excellent acts of sportsmanship! Hurrah!

– Abbey Nyland, physical education teacher

Third Graders Study Park Accessibility

The third grade dove into a week-long unit looking at accessibility in the United States’ national parks. Students began by learning about different accessibility services The National Parks Service often provides to make the parks accessible. From there the students assumed the role of a National Park Ranger and were assigned the task of surveying a section of trail in “Lone Tree Hill National Park” (the woodlands behind BDS). They made observations about any existing accessibility services and will be making recommendations about how the trail could be made accessible.

– Carlyn Simons, associate teacher in grade 3

By Kim Edwards, Pre-kindergarten Teacher |

September 12, 2025

The pre-kindergarten students are taking part in a very special learning tradition at Belmont Day–The Great Potato Harvest! Each fall, our youngest learners visit the garden to explore the many kinds of food growing there. This year, we noticed marigolds,…

By Susan Dempsey, Theater Arts Teacher |

September 12, 2025

In our first theater class of the term, eight enthusiastic sixth grade students began exploring the fundamentals of ensemble work. Through the activity Big, Tiny, Twisted, they were challenged to create shapes with their bodies—starting individually, then collaborating in small…

By Annie Fuerst, Director of Innovation |

September 5, 2025

At Belmont Day, learning doesn’t pause when the school year ends. This summer, our faculty engaged in a wide range of professional development opportunities that sparked inspiration, deepened expertise, and strengthened connections. From exploring play in early childhood to considering…

By Brittany Ryan |

September 5, 2025

In June, five Belmont Day middle school athletes competed in the 13th Annual Massachusetts Middle School Track and Field Championships. Despite challenging weather, including heavy rain and a postponed schedule, our students delivered outstanding performances. Of note from that day’s…
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