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A Message from the Head of School

Dear SRDS Community,
Welcome to tonight’s Gala! I would like to thank to our Parents
Guild, the Gala Committee and all our volunteers for the tremendous
planning and hard work that created this incredible evening for us.
Saddle River Day School is entering a new exciting era and
tonight is the perfect time to reflect on who we are as a school and
celebrate our successes. The diligent work of our faculty & staff,
supported by our incredibly generous community, has enabled us
to deliver innovative programming, applied learning opportunities
and increased academic rigor to provide your children with an
exceptional educational experience, resulting in strong enrollment
and financial stability. This is paramount to our mission and how we
continue to establish ourselves as a premiere independent school.
Adding to our recent achievements, SRDS will establish a new
Center for Technology & Computer Science (CTCS) and integrate
Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a resource for our students and faculty.
In a fusion of technological prowess and an entrepreneurial spirit,
this innovative approach sets a new standard for interactive and
experiential learning that will cultivate a diverse and dynamic
academic environment. On a global level, it will enable collaboration
between international students, teachers, and the SRDS community
as a whole, offering exciting new opportunities for all of our students
that extend beyond the traditional boundaries of Saddle River Day
School. Integrating AI resources will also facilitate tailored academic
experiences, adapting to each student's unique learning style,
interests, and pace. As we continue to enhance our educational
offerings, we are proactively preparing our students to realize their
utmost potential in an increasingly dynamic world.
Funds raised tonight will be earmarked for AI & Global Initiatives
and new programs at SRDS. Your generosity will enable us to
continue to add forward-thinking programming. Together, we will
transform the campus of today to build the
leaders of tomorrow.
Thank you for all you do to support SRDS!
I consider it an honor to be a member of
this special community and look forward to
celebrating with you.

Jalaj Desai
Head of School
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