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​Andrew W. Niblock 

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Director of Schoolwide Initiatives

The Greenwich Country Day School

Many Interests

2/12/2018

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​A person with many interests is rarely lonely and never bored.
– John Lynn Miner

 
These were the visionary words of the founding head of The Greenwich Country Day School. In his mind the brass ring of education was the cultivation of a love, curiosity, and aptitude in many things. It was not enough to be a gifted writer; Miner hoped his students would also have a passion for the outdoors, and the skills in debate to honor and protect it.
 
In a world in which specialization at a young age is expected, Miner's words bear reflection. A well-rounded learner is one who may bring knowledge from many disciplines to bear on a challenge. A well-rounded athlete will understand spacing principles apply in all sports. A well-rounded artist will use her understanding of notes and rhythms to inform her storytelling with a paintbrush.
 
A well-rounded learner, athlete, and artist will connect the knowledge and experience they have to change the world. I wouldn't bet against that model.
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Arnold link
12/3/2020 03:32:33 am

Thankk you for writing this

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    Lagniappe is New Orleanian for a little something extra. On this blog my goal is to share something that has caught my eye or gotten me thinking. Something extra…I truly enjoy writing it, and I appreciate the time spent to read it.
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