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My favorite part of San Domenico in the summer is the goats. Every year, a flock of goats arrives with their shepherd dogs...
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In my classroom I have a calendar, inspired by the Stoic philosophy of Memento Mori...
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Living on campus with students, RFs help turn the dorms into a place of connection, support, and belonging.
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This weekend, we celebrate Mother’s Day, a time to give thanks to those who nurtured us with love and patience. For some, this means a mother in the traditional sense...
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This weekend we celebrated 175 years of history with our Gala and our Reunion. I met many current families and many alumni all the way back to the class of 1966...
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Through a hands-on project inspired by Matsuo Bashō, Middle School students explore impermanence, resilience, and the beauty of repair.
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When Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman looked down on planet Earth, he reflected...
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Through storytelling, reflection, and vulnerability, San Domenico seniors discover their voice and help others find theirs.
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With the arrival of spring, we are reminded of all the beautiful life that surrounds us—the sunshine and the rain, the trees and the flowers, the birds and the butterflies...
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This week is the beginning of Passover, a Jewish holiday celebrated each year with a ceremonial meal called the Seder...
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Our 7th grade has been studying the life of Siddhartha Buddha. Siddhartha grew up with a perfect childhood in a garden palace. But inevitably, he left and encountered the realities of life, suffering and tragedy...
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There is a story told about the renowned violinist Joshua Bell. The day before his sold-out concert, he played the very same songs in the subway during the morning rush hour...
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Lower School students trade mindfulness lessons with 10th graders in a two-week exchange, showing how leadership, confidence, and perspective grow through cross-grade learning.
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This week teachers are writing student comments and preparing for parent conferences. It is a moment to check in on how our students are growing...
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This week is the Hindu festival of Holi. Throughout India, people celebrate with music, dancing, and brightly colored powders.
San Domenico generally maintains institutional neutrality, avoiding public stances on controversial issues unless they directly relate to our mission or significantly impact our community. This approach fosters an inclusive environment that respects diverse perspectives and encourages students to form their own informed opinions. While the School will not take or communicate positions on most political or world events, we remain committed to addressing important issues through thoughtful discourse and education on campus. For more details, please see our Guidelines on Public Statements in Response to World Events.