New Canaan Country School Holds Annual World Congress

From New Canaan Country School: On May 24 and 25, New Canaan Country School eighth graders presented at the school’s annual World Congress, a hallmark event of their year-long study of world cultures.

“What they are learning is vital preparation for a generation of leaders who will have to bring knowledge, empathy and creative thinking to inescapable global challenges,” said eighth-grade teacher Bart Fredo.

In the social-studies course, World Cultures, students examine the geography, history and cultures of Africa, the Middle East, East Asia and South Asia. Their course of study culminated in a major research project dealing with contemporary issues, including the environment, climate change, alternative energy, global health and human rights. During the World Congress symposium, students individually took to the podium to present their issue summaries and field questions from the audience of teachers and classmates.

“They develop several vital skills that they will need as they move into high school, college and beyond,” explained Mr. Fredo. “Critical thinking and research skills, of course, but equally important are peer collaboration, public speaking and the ability to think on one’s feet.”

New Canaan Country School is a co-ed, independent day school for students in Pre-K (ages 3 & 4) through grade 9. Located on a 75-acre campus in New Canaan, the school provides transportation to families living all over Westchester and Fairfield counties. For more information, please visit: www.countryschool.net

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