In seventh grade science, we are learning about the water cycle. More specifically, we are focused on watersheds, which are areas of land that act as a road for rainfall, streams, and small rivers that flow into large bodies of water, including the ocean. To further understand watersheds, our classes
It has been a busy and exciting stretch for BDS Athletics, starting with varsity volleyball last Thursday and culminating in a full slate of competition on Tuesday, September 30, when all 10 of our teams were in action! Last Thursday, the varsity volleyball team battled hard in a close match
After a pre-season that highlighted the hard work, determination, and plenty of BDS school spirit, the fall schedule officially got underway this week with both the boys’ and girls’ varsity soccer teams and varsity volleyball all facing BB&N on Tuesday. The girls’ varsity soccer team traveled to Cambridge and delivered
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 groups, and eventually working as a whole class. As they became
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 results were: Eighth grader Violet Hancock achieved a personal best
Congratulations to our eighth grade class on their high school decisions. We’re proud of every student for the journey they’ve taken to reach this milestone in their education. While the decision may be that of individual students, getting to this moment successfully is a collective achievement for the community—parents, families,
The varsity and junior varsity ultimate teams put the finishing touches on their seasons with commanding wins over Beaver Country Day and Solomon Schechter this week. Varsity finished their campaign 6-2, while junior varsity went a perfect 7-0. The combined 13-2 record represents the best combined winning percentage in program
Fifth Grade Launches Inaugural ParaCon Fifth graders have been creating a wiki site to keep track of the fantasy elements in their current class novel, The Marvellers. This week, the students participated in the inaugural ParaCon (Paragon Convention). Students were sorted into paragons (vision, sound, taste, spirit, and touch) and
The mountain biking program rostered 13 athletes this spring, the most in the program’s short but successful history. Returning riders Altay Jomazer, Eyan Morales, Clark Rutherford, and Ewan Wheeler highlight a team with mixed experience on bikes. From beginner riders to talented shredders, this year’s team will work together towards
Second Graders Read To Fight Food Insecurity On Wednesday, you could hear a pin drop in second grade. How is this possible, you might ask? We were holding our 18th annual Read-a-thon! The second graders spent all day reading to raise money in support of Gaining Ground, a local nonprofit
on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, due to weather.
