Metairie Park Country Day School

Flags Fly for Country Day! We officially kicked off the 96th academic year at our Opening Ceremony. It’s good it’s good it’s good to belong to Country Day! ❤️💙❤️💙

As we kick off this school year, we're thrilled to welcome our amazing new faculty and staff to the Country Day family! They're all set for an incredible year, and we can't wait for you to get to know them and see them around campus! Welcome, Cajuns!!

On Thursday, June 6, the Caroline and Bo Reily family and other generous supporters gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of Freedom Field, a new turf athletic field that will be installed on Country Day’s campus in the upcoming months, with an anticipated completion date in fall 2024. The Reily family is also excited to donate a new scoreboard in memory of their son Jack Reily ‘11.

Reflecting on the project, Head of School Rob Hereford remarked, “This is an extraordinary moment in the history of Country Day. Thanks to the generosity of the Reily family and friends, our School will now have a state-of-the-art field where our student-athletes can play and train year-round. This versatile field will accommodate multiple sports, including football, boys’ and girls’ soccer, boys’ and girls’ track and field, as well as our physical education programs across all divisions."

The field, named Freedom Field, honors the inspiring words of Country Day’s founding Head of School, Ralph Boothby:

“To satisfy the needs of the individual child; Freedom to develop naturally, which does not mean license to invade other people's rights. Attention to play and physical development for every child. The utilization of children's interests for educational ends. A large place for beauty in nature, in art, in music. Friendly relationship between pupils and teachers, with teachers functioning as guides rather than taskmasters. Such cooperation between school and home as will make the two, supplementing each other, provide for the whole development of the child.”

This exciting development reflects the School's commitment to providing exceptional facilities for our students. We extend our gratitude to the Reily family and all the supporters who have made Freedom Field a reality. We look forward to watching our students thrive on this new field, embodying the values and vision that have guided Country Day since its founding, and continuing our tradition of excellence in both academics and athletics.

We officially celebrated our 95th academic year at last Friday’s Closing Ceremony, and what a fantastic year it has been! Watching our red and blue flag runners take their lap around the gym was a highlight and a big congratulations to the RED team for winning this year's Red and Blue Competition and taking the victory lap!

We also honored outgoing Board Chair Jennifer Heebe and Lower School Faculty member Eileen Hardin, who is retiring after an incredible 40 years of service to Country Day. As tradition holds, our longest-tenured faculty member, Madame Ellis, rang the bell 95 times to signify the closing of the year.

It’s good, it’s good, it’s good to belong to Country Day! ❤️💙❤️💙

Celebrating the Class of 2024!

Can you believe it's been almost a week since we honored our graduates? Saturday evening in Chandler Circle was filled with joy, tears, and pride. We're incredibly of the Class of 2024 and all they've achieved. If you missed Graduation, watch the live stream recording on our page!

Class of 2024, remember that you are a , and we can't wait to welcome you back to campus with open arms at any time. We hope to see you for lunch whenever you are back in town in the Coleman Family Dining Room!

Congratulations to senior Casey Rizzi '24, who has signed with the University of Miami as a preferred walk-on football player! Casey has had an incredible high school career, and we are so proud of him. Congratulations to Casey and his family!

Congratulations to Isaac Herzenberg '26 for Placing First in the Javelin event at the State Champion for the second year in a row! Isaac had a distance of 167' 1".

Isaac also had a third-place finish in the Discus event with a distance of 143' 3.5".

Congratulations, Isaac!

Our Kindergarten students gave a stellar showing in their Merry Meeting performance of Squirm! They amazed the lower school community and their families, and can you believe it was their FIRST-ever performance?

This is the same show their senior buddies performed when they were in Kindergarten, and it was heartwarming to see so many seniors come out (sporting their own Squirm shirts!) to cheer on their Kindie buddies in this milestone moment at Country Day!

On Friday evening, Country Day was alive with excitement as we gathered to honor our beloved seniors and their families at the annual Senior Supper. The Class of 2024 celebrated their achievements, reminisced on cherished memories, and received their yearbooks. It was a night to remember, filled with laughter, tears, and a sense of pride that permeated throughout the room. We are so proud of our seniors and wish them all the best as they begin a new chapter in their lives. Congratulations, Class of 2024!

Friday was the last official day of classes for the Class of 2024! The seniors proudly wore their college t-shirts, representing their future alma maters! 🎓 To see where the seniors are headed to college, follow the page.

We can't wait to celebrate the Class of 2024 at graduation on May 25th! Can't attend in person? Join us virtually through the live stream on our page . Share your pictures with us by tagging us in your pictures and stories and using !

Congratulations, Class of 2024!!

We can't say THANK YOU enough to all of our amazing parents and the Country Day Parents' Association for celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week all week long with fabulous treats and surprises each and every day! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week, Cajuns!! ❤️💙

We celebrated Screen-Free Week at our Lower School with our first-ever Screen-Free Family Fun Night! 🎉 It was a joyous evening witnessing the creativity of our students and families, making deeper connections within our community, and watching our students and parents fully dive into screen-free activities and love it! We can't wait for the next one!

Happy Give NOLA Day! Let's SPRING into action and support the Country Day Fund by visiting our Give NOLA Day page, link in bio! What makes great is that it gives community members an opportunity to give to causes that are important to them so that these nonprofits can help our community change for the better! Thank you for your continued support!

Give NOLA Day is tomorrow, and we need your support!!! Please consider making a gift to Country Day before or on on May 7th by clicking the link in our bio!

NEW SCHOOL RECORD ALERT! 🚨 Raine Goldenberg just set the new school record for the 1600m event with an incredible time of 5:14.33, outpacing the previous record of 5:17 set by Jen Farris '98 back in 1997. Coco Goldenberg also surpassed Jen's record, clocking in at 5:14.87. Congratulations, Coco and Raine!

We are excited to host Rae Chesny, Zora Neale Hurston Scholar, on April 25 at 6:00 PM in Weinmann Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.

Zora Neale Hurston’s literary contributions are well-known. However, the trained anthropologist contributed to preserving Black culture across the American South, including culturally rich New Orleans. Hear the amazing story of Zora Neale Hurston’s creative and scientific work, as well as her New Orleans roots, life, and legacy with Zora Neale Hurston scholar Rae Chesny. Q&A to follow.

Please register for the event using the link in our bio!

Congratulations to Pearce, Cortlan, Henry, Tullis, and Cullen, who competed in Districts this week and took home second place!

Congratulations, Cajuns!!

Join us for a College Counseling Fireside Chat on College & Conversations on April 24, 2024, at 6:00 PM in Weinmann Auditorium.

Delving into conversations about Chat GPT and college essays, the overview of the Supreme Court's decision on race-conscious admissions, and prioritizing mental health through the college admission process, this event features Timothy L. Fields (Senior Associate Dean, Emory University) and Shereem Herndon-Brown (Founder and Chief Education Officer of Strategic Admissions Advice), bestselling authors of the book The Black Family's Guide to College Admission: A Conversation about Education, Parenting, and Race.

Please register for the event using the link in our bio.

Congratulations to all 16 of our tennis players who competed in regionals this week and qualified for State! The boys' team won the regional, and Jojo Hereford and Porter Sinnott won the doubles title. The girls' team placed second in the regional, with Elizabeth Patin as the singles runner-up, and Evelyn Rivas and Bea Schwarz finished as the doubles runners-up.

Congratulations, Cajuns!!

Senior Jane Thompson is the third young woman in Louisiana to be named an Eagle Scout!

Eagle Scout represents the pinnacle of achievement in Scouting for young individuals. About 5% of all Scouts ever attain this prestigious rank. Since its inception in 1912, over 2 million young men have earned the esteemed title of Eagle Scout within the Boy Scouts of America. Notably, in Louisiana, only four young women have achieved this distinction, with senior Jane Thompson standing as the third in the state to receive this honor.

Junior Lance Moore earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT®, a national standardized test for college readiness!

Lance has been a student at Country Day since Pre-K, showcasing a diverse range of talents and interests. He is a member of the National Honor Society, competes on the varsity swim team, excels in chess as part of the state championship-winning team, and is a member of Country Day's Model UN Club, which made its debut at the Model United Nations Conference in Baton Rouge this year.

Congratulations, Lance!!

Congratulations to the following players who have been named to the Division IV All State Soccer Team by coaches across the state: Olivia Cano '24 (1st Team), Isaac Herzenberg '26 (1st Team), Simon LaGraize '24 (2nd Team) and Noah Kaplan '25 (2nd Team).

Way to go, Cajuns!!

Each year, thousands apply to the U.S. Air Force Academy, but only a select few are chosen. We are excited to share that senior Pierce Hatheway has been appointed to the Academy. ​Pierce’s appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy is equal to receiving a four-year, full scholarship at a top-tier university. His rigorous selection process included physical assessments, Congressional nomination, and interviews. At the Academy, appointed students undertake diverse programs like flying, parachuting, athletics, military training, and more while completing a comprehensive college curriculum. Upon graduation, they become second lieutenant officers in the U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force, serving in various career fields for at least five years.

Congratulations to Pierce on this tremendous achievement and honor!

Read the full article on our website through the link in our bio!

Last Thursday, senior Owen Marchal had his signing ceremony as he committed to playing baseball at Centenary College of Louisiana in the fall. Owen is a recipient of Centenery's President's Scholarship, a merit-based scholarship, as well as being a baseball recruit. Owen's passion for the game has been evident since he was just 5 years old. Beyond playing, he has shared his skills by coaching 9-10-year-olds at Carrollton and has been mentored and coached for 13 years through NOCA, his travel team. Owen serves as team captain at Country Day, excelling as a left-handed pitcher, first baseman, and right fielder. Owen's dedication and talent have consistently earned him a spot on the all-district baseball team since his freshman year.

Congratulations, Owen! We are so of you and can't wait to see what this next chapter will bring!

THIS WEEKEND! Put on your plaid pants, argyle sweater vest, and your Caddyshack best! It’s time for the Parents’ Association’s annual fundraiser on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Country Day’s City Nights, it’s a Caddyshack Par-Tee! This annual event provides parents, friends, and alumni an opportunity to come together on campus to celebrate our school community while also raising funds to support the school we love. Party games will include putt-putt to win free lunch for your child at school for the year, golden tee, and more. And get ready to dance as the ultimate party band FOUR Unplugged will keep the Par-Tee going until 10:00pm when DJ Brice will take over the after-party fun!

The silent auction opens SOON and will be open all weekend, including over 70 school experiences, fine jewelry, beach vacations in Florida, Pelicans game suite tickets and courtside tickets, and sideline Saints tickets.

Buy your tickets today, and sponsorships are still available - all through the link in our bio!

Once Upon a Mattress Opened This Weekend! This hilarious adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Princess and the Pea" premiered on Broadway 65 years ago, but it is still as fresh and funny as though it were written today.

There are three more chances to come to see the show!
Saturday, March 23 @ 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 24 @ 5:00 p.m.
Monday, March 25 @ 7:00 p.m.

Phillip, a 14-year veteran of Country Day, is going to Millsaps College, a small private liberal arts college in Jackson, Mississippi, as a recipient of its Premier Scholarship, a full merit-based scholarship that covers the full cost of tuition and fees for four years. This is Millsaps most competitive scholarship for the most promising students. As Phillip quickly learned, the selection process was thorough, and the competition was intense. He said, “The Premier Scholarship is Millsaps’ most competitive scholarship with over 300 applicants, 32 finalists, and 16 scholarship winners.”

Read more on our website through the link in our bio!

Congratulations, Phillip! We are so of you!!