The Renaissace School at Hamilton Avenue is a magnet elementary school that's part of the Greenwich Public Schools system. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the facility houses about 317 students.
All students in kindergarten through grade 5 use instructional technology both within the classroom and in computer labs. They all learn Spanish and participate in a physical education program that includes training in swimming, ice-skating and fitness. The art programs provide museum experiences each year for all children. Fifth graders, in particular, also are trained as museum docents to further enrich their appreciation of art in its many forms.
Students who need extra support to achieve have access to additional professional staff members and are encouraged to attend supplemental academic programs offered before and after school and during the summer.
Parents also are given special access to the school through the Parent Center.
The Board of Education is an elected body that serves to maintain and improve the town's public school system. The bipartisan board is made up of eight members, each serving a four year term.
Each November, the board elects three members to serve as chairman, vice chairman and secretary. The board meets weekly during the school year and on special occasions during the summer months.
The Griffith E. Harris Golf Course is the town's only municipal golf course. Membership is open to all interested Greenwich residents. The Department of Parks and Recreation oversees operation of the 18-hole golf course, which was designed by Robert Trent Jones and dedicated in 1965. Members can rent equipment and carts at the Pro Shop. In addition to the course, the facility features a driving range with 14 stations for hitting balls, two putting greens and a practice chipping area, which includes a practice bunker.
Indoor and patio dining is available at Fairways at the Griff; the snack bar window offers fast-food service. Membership application forms are available at the Griffith E. Harris Administration Office. Annual dues are subject to change. For the latest fee information, visit the Department of Parks and Recreation website.