The Bennett Difference in College Placement
Burnout shouldn’t be a prerequisite for college admission. At Bennett Day School, students receive unparalleled one-on-one support, personalized college counseling, and the freedom to pursue meaningful, purpose-driven academic paths—without the stress and anxiety. This blog breaks down the compelling benefits of our approach and why we need to rethink the selective enrollment “advantage.”
Senior Spotlight: Brosnan
Learn more about Brosnan, a 2025 graduate who is going to study computer science at the University of Michigan.
Senior Spotlight: Søren
Learn more about Søren, a 2025 graduate who is going to study sports leadership & film at the University of Kentucky.
Senior Spotlight: Riley
Learn more about Riley, a 2025 graduate who is going to study film & television at DePaul University.
International Baccalaureate (IB) vs. Project-Based Learning (PBL): Which Approach is Right for Your Child?
How does International Baccalaureate (IB) differ from a school like Bennett that utilizes Project-Based Learning (PBL) & Competency-Based Assessment? While both models aim to prepare students for success beyond the classroom, they differ significantly in their structure, philosophy, and assessment methods.
Our Obsession With College Is Hurting Our Kids
High schools and middle schools at large are not only creating undue and unnecessary stress, overpacking student schedules, and contributing to a mental health crisis for kids around the country, but the payoff that was promised – the one that makes all of this “worth it” – is no longer happening.
School Shouldn’t Suck: Bennett Day School Teachers Share Project-Based Learning Strategies at BOOST Conference
What if school didn’t have to suck? That’s the question posed by Dr. Shannon Hurst, Upper School Science Teacher, and Alex Modica, Upper School Humanities Teacher, during their presentation at the 2024 BOOST Conference. The approach to project-based learning (PBL) at Bennett Day School is not only making school engaging, but it’s also fostering deeper learning, collaboration, and real-world impact.
Senior Spotlight: Alexandra
Learn more about Alexandra, a 2024 graduate who decided to study architecture at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Senior Spotlight: Leslie
Learn more about Leslie, a 2024 graduate who decided to study sports management at the University of Michigan.
