The Fessy Den Blog

Work Hard, Play Hard: Why Weekend Programming Matters

Ask a typical school student what he did over the weekend, and he’ll likely tell you he went to the mall, hung out with friends, babysat, or slept in. Ask a boarding school student what he did, and the response will be far different; you might hear about a visit to a world-class art museum...
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The Gift of Boarding School

It’s OK to say it. We’ve heard it before, and you’ve probably thought it: “Boarding school? So young?” Maybe you’ve wondered, “Why do parents do it?” Or even, “What did he do wrong?” As a parent, you only want the best for your child, and approaching the question of boarding school from a thoughtful, engaged...
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3 Signs Your Child is Thriving in Junior Boarding School

Any parent of a child in boarding school can attest to this fact: You don’t stop worrying about him, even after the admissions and enrollment processes are complete. (Does any parent ever stop worrying about his or her child?) There are dozens of benefits to boarding school, and you’ve made your decision, in part, by...
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