About
Portrait of a Graduate
At FCDS, we believe boys thrive when their education is bold, purposeful, and designed to honor who they are and who they are becoming. Our Portrait of a Graduate brings this vision to life—defining the confidence, courage, and compassion our boys carry as they step into the world. Thoughtfully crafted by our community, it reflects not only what students learn but who they become—ready to meet the moment and shape the future.
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Confidence
They demonstrade self-awareness by recognizing their strengths and areas for growth, which fosters selff-efficacy, agency, and self-advocacy
They communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, using their voice to express ideas clearly and authentically.
They persist through challenges, responding to setbacks with reflection and resillience, while navigating situations with flezibility and openness. -
Courage
They think critically and creatively across disciplines, unafraid to ask questions, take risks, and expolore new possibilities.
They recognize diverse prespectives and engage in productive exchange of ideas with integrity and opennes.
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Compassion
They cultivate meaningful relationships, rooted in empathy, trust and mutual respect.
They act with purpose, becoming a force for good in their school, community and beyond.
They understand that connection is foundtional to well-being, and approach others with kindness, humility, and care while recognizing the dignity and value of others.
Email: admissions@fairfieldcountryday.org
Phone: (203) 259-2723
Phone: (203) 259-2723
Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS) is a private, all-boys day school in Fairfield, Connecticut.
FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
FCDS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.