Hogarth Country Day School
Established 1980
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I loved playing with my friends at your school. I loved singing the best. I liked using the scissors, too. 3-year old Mike
The following quotes were taken from notes and letters received from Hogarth parents over the years. The originals are available for viewing at Hogarth.
It has been said that every great organization has a clearly defined and vibrant culture and the Hogarth Country Day School has such spirit! Your academic program is clearly defined, comfortably sequenced and substantive, however, I am pleased to say that is not the focus of your preschool experience. Hogarth consistently integrates a wide variety of creative experiences that enrich the lives of children. Whether through dance, foreign language, drama, art, athletic development or conversation, these activities lead to the development of whole children. Children who are interesting, confident, and most of all, 'ready and eager to learn'. From my experience, I know that this type of environment is not the result of chance or coincidence. Rather it results from the hard work, cooperation, talents and knowledge of people who care. You are such people, and for this we thank you. M.J., M. Ed., Ph.D.
We just want to thank you for providing a safe, warm, nurturing, educational, and joyous place for our girls to learn and grow for the past five years. Never once did I worry about them when I left them in your care. Just knowing that if their feelings got hurt or if they ever felt upset about something, I knew you would be there for them. You are a very special teacher and person, Andrea. You have a wonderful school, a wonderful Mrs. Lamparelli, and a wonderful place for a child to leave Mom for the first time and venture out into the world! We will miss you, Miss Murphy! L.P.
Before
the year ended, I wanted to thank you for making the extra effort with the blog.
It's really been a wonderful thing being able to see pictures from afar.
And I know that the school, you and your staff's care, and the
warm reception from the other children, has made Hogarth a special place
for my child. Best regards as you
move forward with your great school. D.C.,
Ph.D.
We would like to take this time to say a special thank-you for all you have done in helping create what we think is the most amazing kid in the entire world. The difference in our son is beyond words! Each week brings something new. You have given our little boy belief in what he can do. As parents, we will never forget! A.P
I want to thank you for the make-up classes. I did not expect this of you and think it is very kind of you and once again shows us that we chose the best facility and teacher for our son. I can only speak to others of how happy we are with Hogarth, and it has been amazing watching the change in our son and seeing him excel as each week passes by. S.M.
We can't thank you enough for giving our daughter such a wonderful start in her learning journey. You have a special gift and we want to thank you for sharing it with our little girl. We'll think of our Hogarth years fondly. J.M.
You have no idea how much we appreciate what you have done for our son this past year! He has learned so much and has surprised us many times by reciting your cute songs and poems. He is really sad that his year at Hogarth School is over now -- and we are, too! U.H.
We will always remember how Lauren blossomed through Hogarth's nurturing environment and daily challenges. We hope that the Hogarth Country Day School will continue to provide children in our area with its dedication and excellence for many years to come. C.H.
There hasn't been a day that she hasn't come home with some 'project' which she just had to explain to gramma and grampa; a new song she had learned and wanted to teach us; or more questions on an intriguing subject Miss Murphy had brought up in class. C.H.
Just though I'd write and say thanks for the good start. I'd certainly have to say that kindergarten was the best year of school I've had yet. I hope I get to take fingerpainting when I go to UNH next year. A.H., Hogarth Alumnus, Class of 1981. She went on to major in art at both UNH and the Rhode Island School of Design.
I was a member of the first class to graduate Hogarth in 1981. I went to 16 additional years of school after that, but the year at Hogarth was the best. Andrea had so much energy and boundless enthusiasm that every day was a new adventure. Another letter from A.H.
Liz will move on to the larger world of regular school, but we will greatly miss the wholesome, happy atmosphere you created at Hogarth. R.S.
Thank you so much for being a wonderful teacher for our son. He has learned so much in the past two years. You have gotten him off to a great start. A.L.
It's hard to put into words all the wonderful things I feel for you and the excellent job you have done in the past four years with my children. I feel like Hogarth has been an extension of our family! W.J.
You are just my favorite teacher, Andrea. I'm always telling people what a wonderful school you have and how you not only teach, but love your little children. M.F., Hogarth Grandparent
Ms. Murphy is a warm and caring teacher who genuinely teaches her children with compassion and vigor, and instills confidence and love of learning. Parents of the Class of 2000