Congratulations to our National Geographic Geo Bee Winner!

For the 23rd year, the National Geographic Society is holding the National Geographic Bee for students in the fourth through eighth grades in thousands of schools across the United States and in the five U.S. territories, as well as in Department of Defense Dependents Schools around the world. The 2011 Bee is sponsored by Google.

Congratulations to Far Hills Country Day School seventh grader Andrew Zaiser who won this year's Geo Bee after a fierce twelve question tie-breaker against sixth grader Bobby Mulcahy. Andrew will advance to the next level of competition, a written examination to determine state competitors. All school winners are eligible to win the national championship and its first prize, a $25,000 college scholarship, at the national competition taking place May 24 and 25, 2011 in Washington, D.C..

Admission Open House

Please join us for an Admission Open House on Saturday, January 22 from 1pm-3pm. Our school has been serving boys and girls in PK-Grade 8 since 1929. At Far Hills Country Day School, we teach 21st century skills by guiding our students through meaningful educational experiences. We deliver foundation skills and encourage exploration through project-based learning, problem solving, public speaking, global partnerships, ethics, collaboration and innovation, a rich world language program, and much more – all in a family-centered environment that celebrates the joys of childhood.

We offer full day kindergarten and aftercare, and small class sizes. Our open houses offer families a comprehensive introduction to our community and an opportunity to tour classrooms and facilities. You will also learn about Far Hills from faculty, administration, and students. Please call 908-766-0622 x 455 to RSVP or check out our website www.fhcds.org to RSVP online.

Parent Teacher Workshop on Addressing and Preventing Bullying

Far Hills Country Day School and The Bernards Township Library Present a workshop on
ADDRESSING AND PREVENTING BULLYING
Monday, January 24
7:00 – 8:30 PM
at the Bernards Township Library
32 S. Maple Ave.
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
www.bernardslibrary.org and www.fhcds.org

Dr. Steve Tobias, consulting psychologist at Far Hills Country Day School, and Mr. Rob Berkman, Associate Head of the school, will share proactive ways that parents and teachers can help their children address and prevent bullying. This program and discussion will center around effective school programs, pending legislation, and the practical aspects of preventing bullying. What can the school do, what can the parent do, and what can the child do?

Teachers may earn 1.5 professional development credits for attending this program. Register online at www.bernardslibrary.org or call the Children’s Desk at 908-204-3031, ext. 3.