 The School
Fisher Island Day School has been established to provide a superior educational program for young children living on Fisher Island and in the surrounding communities.
Chartered as a Florida non-profit corporation
in 2003, Fisher Island Day School was founded
in response to strong parental interest
and the desire to provide children with
the best possible education as well as environment
, facilities, teachers and staff and curriculum
and programs.
The 4,800 square foot building accommodates approximately 60 children in pre kindergarten through Grade 5. The School is in the process of accreditation by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and holds affiliate membership with the National Council of Independent Schools.
The Advisory Board of the Fisher Island
Day School is a self-perpetuating body comprised
of 15 members who offer special expertise,
talent, and the resources necessary to sustain
the School long term. Advisory Board members
serve on the Board or as hoc Committees
to ensure fulfillment of the School's mission
as well as securing the financial well-being
of the institution.
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Guiding Principles
The school believes in the
education of the mind, the body the spirit,
and the power of positive approaches for
children. Instructional methods and interactions
celebrate the joy of learning and build
high self-esteem, facilitating optimal academic
and personal growth in children.
The school is dedicated to preparing children for entrance into competitive middle schools, for responsible citizenship in an ethically and religiously diverse world, and for on-going learning necessary for leading a fulfilled and meaningful life.
Superior
Academics
The School offers a superior
academic curriculum enriched by full programs
in the arts, physical development, and activities.
Teachers are selected on the basis of their
professional qualifications and expertise,
their enthusiasm for working with young
children, and their capacity to work closely
and cooperatively with parents. The Headmaster,
Jerry Zank, has over 30 years of administrative
experience in independent schools including
a term of 11 years at Ramson Everglades
School in Coconut Grove, Florida.
The curriculum emphasizes the following:
- Strong Academic skills.
- Ethical values and self-esteem; spiritual values and acceptance of religions.
- Positive interactions
with others.
- Activity-based instruction
rather than more memorization and drill.
- Low student/teacher ratios.
- Preparation in multiple
languages.
- Preparation for citizenship
in an increasingly international world.
- Development of well-rounded individuals.
Students who complete Fisher Island Day School's program will be well-prepared to enroll in the best college preparatory middle and upper schools in the Miami area and in the other regions of the United States. The school enrolls children who are ready to respond positively to its programs.
Admission
Fisher Island Day School
seeks to demonstrate readiness for success
programs and whose families share the mission
of the school. The school experience of
all students is enriched from diverse backgrounds.
Fisher Island admits children regardless
of race, religion or ethnic origin.
The school staff will review applicable
Candidates who have qualities that suite
the program, philosophy and environment
of the Fisher Island Day School. An evaluation
admission is made on the basis of:
- On-campus interview with
the parents.
- On-campus evaluation of
the child.
- Admission test (grade
1 and higher).
- Record from previous school
(if applicable).
- Recomendations from a
teacher of previous school year. If applicable,
professional who knows the candidate.
Mr. Jerry Zank, Headmaster
Fisher Island Day School
Two Fisher Island Dr.
Fisher Island, FL 33109
Email:
Phone: 305.978.9425
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