"Identity"
The Freshman Year
During the course of the freshman year, all third formers will focus on answering the crucial question, “Who am I?” A crucial part of this process will be dedicated to recognizing and developing the qualities that are unique to them as an individual, especially in the context of being a Pomfret student. In this year we will begin the process of searching for strengths, while uncovering passions. |
Essential Question: Who am I?
The TeamDavid Ring, Library
(Form Dean) Sheridan Zimmer, English (Form Dean) Ellen Browne, Mathematics Bobby Fisher, Religion Josh Lake, Science Sunny Min, World Languages Jim Rees, World Languages Waddy Rowe, English Katie Wells, History |
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From the Form DeansComing to a new school can be challenging. Coming to a new boarding school can be even more of one. Learning who you are and what you bring to the community is an important step on your path toward self-discovery, self-esteem, and success (however you come to define it). Part of the Pomfret mission is to help students grow and mature. That process requires tough questions, challenging experiences, guiding support, and self-actualization. What does that all mean? It means letting down your defenses, being open to deep questions, and learning to laugh when things seem least funny.
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2015 - 2016 Q.U.E.S.T. SCHEDULE FOR FORM III
September 18-19: Q.U.E.S.T. Orientation Weekend - Form Bonding and Discussion of summer reading book, Wonder.
September 26: Character and Leadership Pillar - Human Knot; Identifying Leadership in Yourself and Classmates; Fill Out and Debrief the VIA Strengths Inventory; Stepping Stones
October 10: Health and Wellness Pillar - Introduction to Health and Wellness through five lenses; Mindful Practice, Nutrition, Stretching and the Muscles, Physical Fitness, and Reflection Through Journaling and Oragami.
October 17: Character and Leadership Pillar - "I Am From Poem;" Re-visit the Body Map; and A Letter to Myself.
November 13-14: Social Justice and Diversity Pillar - Defamation
January 9: Social Justice and Diversity Pillar
February 12-13: Gender Awareness Weekend
February 27: Health and Wellness Pillar
March 30: Social Justice Pillar
April 16: Beyond the Hilltop
April 29-30: Health and Wellness Weekend
May 14: Character and Leadership Pillar
May 21: Beyond the Hilltop Pillar