The trip encouraged students to slow down, notice details, and think critically about how art can communicate ideas beyond traditional materials or formats. 

From large-scale installations to interactive spaces, students engaged deeply with the museum environment while building both technical skills and visual literacy. Some students were able to learn about and experience the artwork with artist Alison Pebworth as she worked on her exhibition, Cultural Apothecary. While some groups were lucky enough to be served tea by Alison, others interacted with her as she stitched pieces of paper onto a large heart, which is a central element of the exhibit. 

Experiences like this support our curricular focus on documentation as a creative practice, helping students observe carefully, reflect thoughtfully, and communicate their ideas through multiple forms of media. The unique ways in which different artistic disciplines, including theater, music, woodworking, innovation arts, and visual art, are represented across the myriad works at MASS MoCA align with BDS’s overall arts program, making it a fabulous learning destination!

– Brittany Conroy, innovation coach

That same afternoon, the girls’ JV lacrosse team delivered one of the most dramatic moments of the season with an epic 5–4 comeback victory over Shady Hill. Alexis Franklin scored the game-winning goal in the closing minute, sending the BDS sideline into celebration. Moments later, Emily Wang came through with a crucial save in the final minute to preserve the victory and seal an unforgettable win for the Blue and Gold.

The excitement carried over to the ultimate field, where BDS earned a thrilling 9–8 victory over Arlington in one of the most entertaining contests of the spring. Arlington came out strong, quickly breaking twice to take a 2–0 lead, but BDS steadily battled back and eventually took the lead at 6–5. The teams traded points the rest of the way until the game reached 8–8 and ultimate’s version of sudden death, known as “universe point.” After several tense possessions, BDS’s suffocating defense forced a turnover on a short field, and Altay Jomazer connected with Ben Walther for the game-winning score in an incredible team victory over a talented and experienced Arlington squad. Ben had the catch of the day with a leaping grab over Arlington’s tallest player, while also recording the game-winning goal and an earlier assist. Deniz Kas continued to solidify himself as the team’s third handler, finishing with two goals and an assist. Altay Jomazer, Murilo Santos, and Noah Yang were also outstanding throughout the game. Altay’s defense proved critical in securing the win, in addition to contributing two goals and the final assist. Noah finished with two goals and three assists, serving as the engine that kept the offense moving downfield, while Murilo anchored the offense and consistently took on some of the toughest defensive assignments.

On a rainy Wednesday, May 6, the girls’ JV lacrosse team was right back in action again at Nashoba Brooks. Despite ultimately falling 7–4, the group showed tremendous resilience and toughness playing in difficult conditions on the second day of back-to-back contests. Kaia Wentzell was relentless on both attack and defense throughout the game, while Matilda O’Sullivan showed tremendous bravery and resilience by keeping her head up in goal even when things were not going BDS’s way. In many ways, the entire team deserves recognition for their determination and willingness to continue battling through difficult circumstances.

The busy week continued on Thursday, May 7, as the JV tennis team wrapped up a stretch of matches against Nashoba and Dedham Country Day, ultimately splitting the pair. In the Nashoba match, Elena Lin, Rosie Smith, and Ben Fucci all earned singles victories. Rosie and Elena also teamed up for a doubles win, while Olli Yang and Penelope Wong battled hard in a narrow 5–6 loss. Captain Cyrus Liszt took on Nashoba’s top player and continued to demonstrate outstanding leadership throughout the match. Against DCD, Ben picked up another singles victory, while the doubles pairing of Cora Stack and Yiwen Bilian earned a strong win as well.

Later that afternoon, boys’ lacrosse hosted Park and turned in one of the team’s strongest performances of the season in a commanding 14–2 victory. Ethan Antipov scored the first two goals of his career, while Graham Chisolm recorded a first-half hat trick before adding more later in the game. Evan Bae notched a double hat trick in another explosive offensive performance, and Rubin Xiao provided one of the highlights of the afternoon with a coast-to-coast defensive clearing run that resulted in a goal.

Despite rainy weather causing the cancellation of matches this week (BB&N) and last week (Nashoba), the varsity tennis team has kept its spirits high and bodies and minds ready for competition. The young squad, with only two eighth graders, has enjoyed the extra reps in practice and time to bond as a team. Coaches Walker and Fox have been impressed with the players’ roll-with-it attitudes, willingness to explore new drills and games, and their ability to maintain focus. Special shoutouts to a trio of sixth graders, Seba Quiroz-Attley, Celine Li, and Andrew Lubarsky, for stepping up as leaders and supportive teammates these past two weeks. Next week (as long as it doesn’t rain!), varsity will face off against Pike on Tuesday and then face our friendly rivals, Meadowbrook, for Friday Afternoon Swings!

It has been exciting to watch the continued growth, determination, and confidence of our athletes as the season progresses. With just three weeks remaining in the spring season, our teams are entering the final stretch and looking forward to finishing the year strong. We are proud of the effort, attitude, and sportsmanship our students continue to display every day.

Next Friday is Friday Night Scoops at Meadowbrook. We hope to see you there! Go BDS!

– Stephen Marks, director of athletics