The Country School recently held its second annual student science symposium. All Upper School students, grades 6-8, presented one of their science projects they completed this school year.
The event, which took place in late April, served as an opportunity for students to showcase some of their creative and compelling work. It was also a chance for parents and younger students to preview the Upper School science program.
“The science symposium was very successful this year. I was pleased with the variety and rigor of topics chosen by students,” Upper School Head John Melton remarked. “In total 56 students each presented a project, which ranged in subjects from natural disasters to scientific laws. All presentations were very impressive.”
Headmaster Neil Mufson remarked, “Last year we made a commitment to holding a science symposium. Due to the success of that first science symposium, we looked forward to holding our second one this year. The breadth and depth of presentations this year were equally as impressive and it’s a wonderful opportunity for Lower School students to see what they have to look forward to in The Country School’s Upper School science program. We look forward to holding an annual science symposium each year in the future.”
About The Country School
The Country School is an independent, coeducational, Kindergarten through eighth-grade school founded in 1934 that embodies its motto, “The way school should be!” Its mission and philosophy is to offer a challenging program in a nurturing environment with small classes, individual attention, and outstanding teachers as its hallmarks. A traditional, structured, responsive, and age-appropriate curriculum focuses on building basic skills and serves a range of student abilities within a family school context. The school strives to educate the whole child in an atmosphere that fosters high academic standards, instills a love of learning, and provides a solid foundation for future education. Enrichment in the arts, athletics, and co-curricular activities offers additional arenas for individual achievement and leadership. By emphasizing the importance of strong values and character, the faculty consistently reinforces responsible behavior, self-discipline, and positive attitudes. Working in concert, The Country School teachers and parents help students develop confidence and competence and reach toward their highest potential. To learn more about The Country School, visit http://www.countryschool.org or contact Kim Balderson, director of admissions, at 410.822.1935, ext. 130 or kbalderson@countryschool.org.