Established in 2018 through the generosity of Meredith Graham Hanson 2000. These experiences will provide language teachers the chance to engage with, and learn from, leaders in their field in order to bring innovative practices to campus, and to encourage Pomfret students to develop greater fluency and a deeper understanding of the role of language in an increasingly diverse and interconnected society. Established in 1996 by his class in memory of Paul M. Rosenfield 1967. Endowment: $78.5 million. Pomfret School, a boarding school located on 500 rolling acres in Northeastern Connecticut, has for the last five years worked diligently to define and implement a modern learning environment—one that is student- centered and attuned to contemporary teaching and learning research—while continuing to honor the best of its rich heritage. The income will provide scholarship assistance to a boarding student demonstrating financial need, with preference first to students from the Greater Hartford area, then from all of Connecticut. Established by the members of the Class of 1966 in commemoration of their 50th Reunion. That the Board of Trustees of Pomfret School does establish The Benjamin B. Morgan 1953 Endowed Fund for Astronomy and the Manual Arts, formerly known as the Simpkins Family Fund; this was established in 1997 by the Simpkins family, to honor Ben's life-long dedication to Pomfret School, and to support his desire that students learn to develop the creative power of their hands as well as that of their minds. Created in 1965 through a bequest of Beatrice Wallace in memory of her son. Hosts. Created in 2005 by Chester K. Lasell 1954. Established in 2007 by the members of the Class of 1957 on the occasion of their 50th Reunion, in appreciation of the dedication and work of the faculty who provided a positive educational experience during their time at Pomfret School. "[131] For the Chapel, commissioned by Edward Clark in 1907 as a memorial to his son George Newhall Clark (1885–1906), a Pomfret alumnus who died while attending Harvard University, Flagg chose Norman architecture as an appropriate model and emulated the rich textures of the unpolished stone-work characteristic of that style. Created in 1958 by Mrs. M. Troy Jones in memory of her son. This award is designed to enable the faculty member to take graduate courses, travel as part of their research, attend professional conferences, or procure materials and/or technology for their classroom. Typically, 40 percent of students receive financial support or service in over 60 endowed scholarship funds, 9 percent are students of color, 17 percent are international students. Students compete on Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Third and Fourth Form teams (freshmen and sophomores) throughout the year in cross country, field hockey, football, soccer, and volleyball in the fall; basketball, ice hockey, squash, and wrestling in the winter; and baseball, crew, golf, lacrosse, softball, and tennis in spring. The award can be given to any teacher in the fine or performing arts, English, history or religion who has worked at Pomfret full time for three or more years or who has worked part-time for five or more years. Welcome to Westover School! Each February, alumni speak to students about their careers and career development during the school's Career Fair, and each spring, in conjunction with the school, hosts Alumni Weekend festivities and the Alumni Awards Dinner. I support Pomfret because of the things I see faculty do when no one else is looking. Created in 2001-02 with funding provided initially through a grant from the E.E. Pomfret School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory boarding and day school in Pomfret, Connecticut, United States, serving 360 students in grades 9 through 12 and post-graduates. Established in 1985 by Mr. Carey to support the department chair. The Frederick Gunn School's commitment to excellence in athletics is part of a larger commitment to excellence in education. Established in 1983 by Mrs. Seely-Brown and their children. Created by members of the Class of 1948 to support and enhance the School’s College Counseling Department. Income supports faculty salaries. Social Networks and Archival Context. Students are there to really learn and get the most out of their time. Chester K. Lasell '26 Alumni House, 2001, donated by Honorary Life Trustee Chester K. Lasell '54 and members of the Lasell family in honor of three generations of Lasells graduating from Pomfret. Funds to be used for diversity initiatives to improve the quality of student life and student education. Created in 2018 by Dr. Amy Salerno 1979. "Flagg’s master plan reinforced the enduring colonial image of the New England village green. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial resources to students who demonstrate a clear passion outside of the Pomfret classroom. The arch tops on the two oblong windows were added at a later date to match the others in the chapel. Considered a “Junior Boarding School,” Rectory offers 5-day and 7-day boarding programs for students in grades 5-9. The purpose of the Center is to serve, support, and empower faculty, staff, students and other constituents of the greater Pomfret School and local community. 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