Hamden Hall Country Day School

Senior May Project Spotlight

Senior Eddie Peng explored the world of early childhood education during his Senior May Project at Spring Glen Daycare.

Eddie spent time working with young children, providing bilingual education experiences in both Chinese and English, sharing stories, and helping with daily activities. Through his experience, Eddie discovered the joy of connecting with children and the impact of creating meaningful learning moments.

Three words to describe the experience: interesting, rewarding, and educational.

What a fun and active summer it's been at our Hamden Hall Sports Camps! From basketball and tennis to soccer and volleyball, there was something for every young athlete to enjoy.

We're wrapping up our final week of Sports Camp with the Nor'easter Girls Lacrosse Camp, where players of all skill levels are enjoying a week of action-packed fun, skill development, and team-building. Campers are learning new concepts through engaging drills, working alongside experienced coaches and current college players - and even cooling off by swimming each day.

A big thank you to all of our aspiring athletes and families who spent part of their summer with us. We loved seeing your enthusiasm, teamwork, and growth, and we can't wait to welcome you back next summer!

Senior May Project Spotlight

Senior Emma Cunningham spent her Senior May Project behind the scenes in the Hamden Hall art studio, helping Ms. Azoff prepare and organize the creative space.

From sorting art history materials to organizing supplies and cleaning everything from magazines to paint brushes, Emma gained a new appreciation for the planning and organization that support a successful art program. She also enjoyed discovering the wide variety of art materials available for students to explore.

Three words to describe the experience: fun, creative, and entertaining.

Big Hornets Inspiring Little Hornets!

Our Grade 5 students (now rising sixth graders!) created their own versions of favorite storybook classics and shared them with our Early Childhood students through fun, interactive performances. It was a wonderful way to celebrate creativity, storytelling, and the special connections between our oldest and youngest Lower School students.

A perfect end-of-year tradition that brought our school community together through the joy of reading and imagination.

Senior May Project Spotlight

Senior Alma Goren-Eisenberg combined creativity, craftsmanship, and teaching during her Senior May Project at the Eli Whitney Museum and Workshop.

Alma worked on developing the curriculum and schedule for a fiber arts summer camp she will be teaching, exploring a variety of techniques from traditional crafts like crochet and embroidery to unique projects like geometric weaving and felt stained glass.

With guidance from Eli Whitney staff, Alma also used digital design tools to bring her project ideas to life. Through the experience, she learned the importance of planning, patience, and flexibility when creating hands-on learning experiences.

Senior May Project Spotlight

Senior Julia Scalmani explored the world of law and public service during her Senior May Project through an internship at the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut in New Haven.

Working alongside Deputy Clerk Monica Watson Cucchiarelli and members of the clerk’s office, Julia gained firsthand insight into the judicial process by observing court proceedings, speaking with judges, assisting with daily office tasks, and helping organize a public outreach event celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary.

Through this experience, Julia discovered the importance of collaboration within the court system and gained a new perspective on the professionalism, accessibility, and teamwork behind the scenes.

Three words to describe the experience: collaborative, professional, and versatile.

Join the Hamden Hall Volleyball Club for the 2026–2027 season! Try out for one of our 14U, 15U, 16U, or 17U travel teams. Open to players from all communities.

Tryout Dates:
Friday, August 14 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 15 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 16 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden, CT

Come ready to play and be part of a program that helps athletes grow on and off the court. We hope to see you at tryouts!
Click below to learn more.
https://www.hamdenhall.org/athletics/athletic-clubs

Learning comes to life through EXPERIENCE at Hamden Hall!

To celebrate a year of discovery, our fourth-grade students welcomed family and friends to their annual Mystic Festival, where they showcased everything they learned through our signature partnership with Mystic Seaport. From the history of whaling to creative art projects and engaging hands-on activities, students proudly shared their knowledge and experiences.

At Hamden Hall, we partner with some of the region's most exceptional educational resources to create meaningful learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Our collaboration with Mystic Seaport combines enriching classroom lessons with immersive onsite experiences, inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a deeper understanding of history.

Senior May Project Spotlight
Senior Leon Jiang combined mathematics, coding, and music to create an interactive rhythm game using Desmos, the online graphing calculator.

Inspired by games like "Piano Tiles," Leon used Python to sequence music into frequencies and then built the game's visuals, equations, and functionality entirely within Desmos. The project challenged Leon to think creatively about how mathematical tools can be used in unexpected ways.

One of Leon's biggest takeaways? While Desmos is best known as a graphing calculator, it can also serve as a surprisingly powerful coding platform.

Three words to describe the experience: math-based music.