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Morristown Beard School celebrated the start of the 2024-2025 academic year with a Convocation Ceremony in Founders Hall on Wednesday, September 4.
Members of the MBS senior leadership team greeted students in the car loop before Head of School, Liz Morrison, officially welcomed the students and faculty at this year’s Convocation ceremony. Ms. Morrison spoke about the opportunity the students have to carve their own path. "We want you to be brave and bold. If you desire a community that is fun, inclusive, and respectful — then go out and create it."
She also underscored the School’s theme of the academic year — Independence of Mind. "To practice respectfully and empathetically showing up for others including those with differing views and opinions while staying true to your own beliefs is the goal," she said. "Independence of mind doesn’t mean you bulldoze your beliefs over someone else’s sense of being. Our choice to be a part of an intentional community is just as essential."
The Convocation began with inspiring remarks from Student Government Association (SGA) President Julie Jasaitis, '25. Julie's passion came through as she spoke about the honor of leading the senior class. Computational and Information Sciences Chair, Paul Fisher, spoke about the opportunities change brings forth. Associate Director of College Counseling, Sarah Jahries, '81, expanded on her journey back to MBS, and her appreciation for how the teachers truly care for their students. Nicki Fiverson, '28, encouraged students, and expressed the importance of supporting one another. Middle School SGA President, Rahul Vaidyanathan, '29, talked about the emotions that surround the beginning of every school year.
The ceremony also featured some of the School’s talented student performers. Jack Song, ’26 gave a beautiful saxophone performance, and Cameron Weil, '26 wowed the audience with her rendition of One Perfect Moment. The recessional was performed by our talented MBS Upper School Jazz and Percussion Ensembles.
