Stuart Country Day School

Celebrate the Class of 2026 with us! Tune in to our live stream of Commencement on Saturday, June 6, at 11 AM. The ceremony will be streamed at stuartschool.org/commencement.

The Stuart Class of 2030 are officially Upper Schoolers! Congratulations to the eighth grade on closing out Middle School with so much still to come.

Each year, members of the Stuart faculty and staff who exemplify a specific Sacred Heart Goal and its criteria are nominated by their colleagues and selected by the board of trustees to receive an award.

Congratulations to the following individuals:

💚 Goal I - Jill Hunt, Third Grade

Goal 1 calls us to educate to a personal and active faith in God. The criteria under Goal I call us to reflect an ethos of joy, hope and celebration and to nurture the spiritual lives of all.

💚 Goal II - Samantha Ryan, Middle and Upper School Health & Leadership; Peer Leadership Program Advisor; Junior Class Advisor

Goal II calls us to educate to a deep respect for intellectual values. The criteria under Goal II call Sacred Heart educators to offer challenging experiences that inspire intellectual curiosity and to utilize space and the physical environment in alignment with best practices.

💚 Goal III - Amy Schorr, Middle School Science

Goal III commits us to educating to a social awareness which impels to action. Criteria that reflect how we live Goal III call us to engage in direct service, advocacy, outreach and to develop a lifelong commitment to service.

💚 Goal IV - Vaishali Pandkar, Technology Support Specialist

Goal IV calls us to educate to the building of community as a Christian value. The key criteria under Goal IV call us to promote the inherent dignity of each person and to strive for relationships that are characterized by inclusion and mutual respect.

💚 Goal V - Cindy Michalak, Director of College Counseling & Academic Advising

Goal V calls us to foster personal growth within an atmosphere of wise freedom. The new criteria under Goal V asks students and faculty to grow in courage and confidence as we learn from our mistakes and to develop empathy and exercise resilience in meeting challenges.

The yearbook dedication is one of Stuart's best-kept secrets, and this year, there was not a dry eye in the room.

The 2026 yearbook, 𝘛𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, is dedicated to Walt Cupit, theater manager, technical director, and the steadfast force behind nearly every memorable moment at Stuart.

In their dedication, co-editors Taylor States '26 and Hadelyn Martinez Cambero '26 (pictured with Mr. Cupit) spoke of Mr. Cupit's quiet presence and the profound impact he has had on students both on campus and through the Appalachia Service Project.

"While many command the spotlight, Mr. Cupit is the architect of the atmosphere, the silent guardian of our traditions, and the craftsman of our most cherished memories. Whether he is standing sentinel at the soundboard during a theater production, fine-tuning the acoustics for a community assembly, or transforming a blank space into a dance floor, Mr. Cupit is the literal and figurative backbone of every school milestone."

"During the Appalachia Service Project, Mr. Cupit doesn't just lead a service trip, he carries a literal and metaphorical toolbox to some of the most vulnerable communities. As we worked alongside him, we realized those tools weren't just for building houses, they were for building us ... Mr. Cupit taught us that service is strongest when it is communal. He didn’t just hand us a blueprint. He built community through every brick laid, every wood pallet lifted, every shared tear of frustration, and every hard-won completed task."

"Mr. Cupit, it has been an honor to share these halls with you. You have shown us that being a leader doesn't always mean standing in front, but sometimes, it means standing in the back, making sure everyone else has the light they need to shine."

Thank you, Mr. Cupit. 💚🤍

Stuart's annual sports awards ceremony honored athletes in grades 9–12 across all three seasons, recognizing the dedication that defines a Stuart athlete. A special honor went to senior Abby Chirik, who earned the prestigious Golden "S" for competing as a varsity athlete all 12 seasons of her high school career.

Full list of awardees: https://www.stuartschool.org/news/news-posts/~board/athletics-news/post/upper-school-athletes-honored-at-annual-athletics-banquet

Once a Tartan, always a Tartan. 💚🤍

Today we officially celebrated Kirsten Brenya, who will continue her track and field career at Wellesley College . Surrounded by family, coaches, teammates, and friends, Kirsten was recognized for her dedication, perseverance, and the example she has set as a leader in Stuart Athletics. A record-breaking athlete and role model for younger Tartans, Kirsten leaves behind a legacy that will inspire future generations of Stuart student-athletes. Congratulations, Kirsten. We can't wait to see what you accomplish next!

Stuart Track & Field competed at the NJSIAA Non-Public A & B State Championships this weekend and delivered memorable performances. Two athletes advanced to the Meet of Champions.

Senior captain Kirsten Brenya broke the school record in the triple jump with a personal best of 37’0”, earning a silver medal and a berth in the Meet of Champions. She also placed fourth in the high jump (4’8”), fifth in the long jump (16’8.5”), and eighth in the 400m (1:04.21).

Sophomore Georgia Glanton continued her impressive postseason run, advancing to the 100m finals and finishing sixth with a personal best of 12.83. She also posted personal bests in the 400m (1:04.90, 11th) and closed the meet in the 200m (27.52, 11th). Georgia will also compete in the discus at the Meet of Champions this week.

Fatima finished 11th in the 400m hurdles (1:23.00) and closed the meet with a season-best long jump of 12’11.75”. Nana rounded out the team’s effort with a personal best in the 100m.

We are proud of every athlete who competed this weekend and wish Kirsten and Georgia the very best at the Meet of Champions. 💚

Some experiments just smell like summer. 🔥🍫☀️

When learning about stoichiometry, it is always s'more memorable with fun, engaging activities. Ms. Voicu introduced the concept of limiting reactants by having students make their own s'mores using provided ingredients. After enjoying the delicious treats, students applied their understanding to a variety of problems calculating the mass of products from the mass of reactants, with a focus on limiting and excess reactants. When food and chemistry come together, learning doesn't get much more fun than this!