Academics
Distinctive Programs
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Public Speaking
The public speaking program is a hallmark of an FCDS education. The program provides an opportunity for boys to develop many public speaking skills, including: an appreciation for poetry; memorization and interpretation; self-confidence with an audience; consideration of topics of interest; researching and organizing an argument.Read More -
Blue Slips
Blue slips are a long-standing tradition at FCDS. These handwritten slips recognize the students who have distinguished themselves in a positive and noteworthy manner. This public acknowledgement that a boy has “met the moment” is a highlight of the week for many, as boys and their advisors take great pride in receiving them. Slips may be awarded for good deeds, such as boys lending their teachers a helping hand or when an older boy takes initiative to help a younger student tie his shoes in the hallway. -
Advisor Program
One of the greatest benefits to a private school education is the relationship that can form between a teacher and a student. And although these relationships will often form on their own, the FCDS Advisor Program ensures that each boy in grades six through nine has a faculty member to whom he can turn for friendship and advice.Read More -
Experiential Learning
FCDS believes that field trips provide beneficial experiences for boys of all ages and enhance their overall learning experience. There are two types of trips that an FCDS boy might experience during his tenure at the school: curriculum-related trips and character-building trips.Read More -
Leadership
The FCDS Student Council consists of elected representatives from each homeroom in grades five through eight. Traditionally, this group has been led by two ninth graders who are appointed by their peers for a one-half year term.Read More -
Wellness
Health and wellness are vital to the educational experience at FCDS. The school continues to actively address its belief in the importance of enriching a boy’s mind and body. With highly qualified teachers, impressive facilities, and innovative programming, FCDS is committed to teaching the boys how to be safe and healthy in their daily lives.Read More -
Stewardship
Read More"WE ARE JUDGED BY OUR DEEDS"At FCDS, stewardship is a collective effort. Each year, every grade sponsors a stewardship project, reinforcing the value of contributing to our local community and supporting others. While the grade takes the lead, it's the combined effort of all students at FCDS that makes these projects a success.
Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS) is a private, all-boys day school in Fairfield, Connecticut.
FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
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