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This March, five members of the GFA Quiz Team put their knowledge to the test at the Connecticut History Bowl & Bee, hosted at Newtown High School. Representing GFA were Ian ’25, Sean ’26, Brett ’26, Nate ’26, and Conner ’27.
GFA Blog
![Making Writing Matter in the Age of AI]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741353853/greenfarms/ssyw1gzt2q97y45ipigt/GFAReviewContest.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741353853/greenfarms/ssyw1gzt2q97y45ipigt/GFAReviewContest.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741353853/greenfarms/ssyw1gzt2q97y45ipigt/GFAReviewContest.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741353853/greenfarms/ssyw1gzt2q97y45ipigt/GFAReviewContest.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741353853/greenfarms/ssyw1gzt2q97y45ipigt/GFAReviewContest.jpg","width":1280}])
By Ben Gott
Middle School English & Sixth-Grade Advisor
As an English teacher, one of the first questions I get these days from just about anyone—friends, family members, servers in restaurants, airline employees at ticket counters—is, “Wow, what are you all doing about AI?”
![Middle School Musical: Frozen JR. Brings Magic to the Stage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741294780/greenfarms/ilovjqwfe1lcxcx97pkg/FrozenJR.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741294780/greenfarms/ilovjqwfe1lcxcx97pkg/FrozenJR.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741294780/greenfarms/ilovjqwfe1lcxcx97pkg/FrozenJR.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741294780/greenfarms/ilovjqwfe1lcxcx97pkg/FrozenJR.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741294780/greenfarms/ilovjqwfe1lcxcx97pkg/FrozenJR.jpg","width":1276}])
The highly-anticipated Middle School production of Frozen JR. brought a beloved story to life thanks to dynamic performances, lots of great music, and dedicated work behind the scenes.
![Lessons from the Fourth Grade Leadership Conference]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741119434/greenfarms/vipfq90ywzdp0ogolbaa/IMG_2386.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741119434/greenfarms/vipfq90ywzdp0ogolbaa/IMG_2386.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741119434/greenfarms/vipfq90ywzdp0ogolbaa/IMG_2386.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741119434/greenfarms/vipfq90ywzdp0ogolbaa/IMG_2386.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741119434/greenfarms/vipfq90ywzdp0ogolbaa/IMG_2386.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741119434/greenfarms/vipfq90ywzdp0ogolbaa/IMG_2386.jpg","width":2200}])
“This is a shared experience, and you all have something in common: The potential to be great leaders.” With these inspiring words, Head of Lower School Jane Verlin welcomed students to a special all-day program, the Fourth Grade Leadership Conference, held on Tuesday, February 25.
![GFA Dragonoids Wrap Up a Strong Season]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740601291/greenfarms/ed0tizuqnrw2dyr73yaw/DragonoidsFeb25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740601291/greenfarms/ed0tizuqnrw2dyr73yaw/DragonoidsFeb25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740601291/greenfarms/ed0tizuqnrw2dyr73yaw/DragonoidsFeb25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740601291/greenfarms/ed0tizuqnrw2dyr73yaw/DragonoidsFeb25.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740601291/greenfarms/ed0tizuqnrw2dyr73yaw/DragonoidsFeb25.jpg","width":1274}])
The GFA Dragonoids wrapped up an impressive competition season, bringing home multiple awards and showcasing their engineering and programming skills at the Connecticut State Championships, held at the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport.
![A Midwinter Night’s STEAM]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740166475/greenfarms/f2sdwfu0eanyysdas6wm/STEAMNight.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740166475/greenfarms/f2sdwfu0eanyysdas6wm/STEAMNight.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740166475/greenfarms/f2sdwfu0eanyysdas6wm/STEAMNight.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740166475/greenfarms/f2sdwfu0eanyysdas6wm/STEAMNight.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740166475/greenfarms/f2sdwfu0eanyysdas6wm/STEAMNight.jpg","width":1280}])
By Lauren Aviram & Abby Hausberg
LSPA Co-Presidents
Together with the Lower School STEAM Team, a dedicated group of parent volunteers, the Lower School Parents Association hosted a winter inspired STEAM night for lower schoolers and their families.
![Student Photography Exhibition Opens on Campus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739987949/greenfarms/fssldhyw2tsuzuzllce0/InvitationGFAPhotoShow2-25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739987949/greenfarms/fssldhyw2tsuzuzllce0/InvitationGFAPhotoShow2-25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739987949/greenfarms/fssldhyw2tsuzuzllce0/InvitationGFAPhotoShow2-25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739987949/greenfarms/fssldhyw2tsuzuzllce0/InvitationGFAPhotoShow2-25.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739987949/greenfarms/fssldhyw2tsuzuzllce0/InvitationGFAPhotoShow2-25.jpg","width":1280}])
The McGrath Gallery is pleased to feature Poetic Visions: A Look at Humanity and Space, an exhibition showcasing the work of students in Intermediate and Advanced Photography. The collection will be on display from February 14 - March 7.
![Student Congress in Session]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739907725/greenfarms/nvvtqmnvmves4cptz0vw/MockCongress.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739907725/greenfarms/nvvtqmnvmves4cptz0vw/MockCongress.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739907725/greenfarms/nvvtqmnvmves4cptz0vw/MockCongress.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739907725/greenfarms/nvvtqmnvmves4cptz0vw/MockCongress.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739907725/greenfarms/nvvtqmnvmves4cptz0vw/MockCongress.jpg","width":1280}])
In a hands-on exploration of the legislative process, eighth graders in Mr. McWhorter’s history classes recently participated in a Mock Congress project, taking on the roles of lawmakers, experts, and committee members.