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Class of 2020
Higher Education Acceptances

Congratulations to the MMFS Seniors who have been accepted into the following colleges, universities, and post-secondary programs: Adelphi (7) Alaska Pacific University American University (3) AMDA Bard Clark (4) College…
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Alumni Spotlight:
Kai Burridge

Read all about it! Kai Burridge, MMFS Class of 2019, made headlines after committing to play basketball at Northern Vermont University-Lyndon beginning in Fall 2020. MMFS teacher and basketball coach…
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A Letter to the Community

Dear Friends, Sometimes a burden is so great it must be shared. The recent reporting of racist acts across the country has moved us to reach out to our community to express…
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Senior Art Showcase

The 2020 MMFS Senior Art Showcase is a digital exhibition that celebrates the work of senior student artists. Each shares a modified portfolio of their paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs and…
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Summer Study with
the Kodály Institute

By Peter Tinaglia, Upper School Head Teacher Last year, thanks in part to a grant from the MMFS Parents Association, I completed my music education summer courses with the Kodály…
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Alumni Spotlight:
Clara Goldiner

Clara Goldiner (’17), joined the MMFS community as a student on the 5th floor at Bergen Street. She attended our middle school, embracing lessons in planning, organization, and study skills,…
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Addressing Race in
Learning & Education

By Elyse Wilson, Middle School Head Teacher With the support of the Parents Association, I participated in the Critical Analysis of Race in Learning & Education (CARLE) Institute in New York City.…
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Exploring the Purpose
of Music Education

By Amy St. Louis, Lower School Music Teacher Thanks to the generous support of the MMFS Parents Association, I was able to continue working toward a Masters of Music Education from…
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