Educational Excellence Since 1912
Hamden Hall Country Day School
Educating students in PreSchool through Grade 12
Hamden Hall Country Day School
Educating students in PreSchool through Grade 12
John M. Garfield, Former Faculty and Past Parent
John M. Garfield, of Hanover, N.H., died on September 21. He is the husband of Sylvia Garfield. His son, Andrew Garfield, is a Hamden Hall alumnus, Class of 1982.
John began teaching at Hamden Hall in 1971 and retired in 2004. During his 30-plus years at Hamden Hall, as a history teacher and Director of Studies, John formed many strong connections with colleagues and students. He was also the President of the Cum Laude Society, which was founded in 1974. John was known for expecting the very best from his students, his calming demeanor, and ability to command attention when teaching history in classrooms.
John began teaching at Hamden Hall in 1971 and retired in 2004. During his 30-plus years at Hamden Hall, as a history teacher and Director of Studies, John formed many strong connections with colleagues and students. He was also the President of the Cum Laude Society, which was founded in 1974. John was known for expecting the very best from his students, his calming demeanor, and ability to command attention when teaching history in classrooms.
There is no obituary available at this time. An informal memorial will be held for John in Spring/Summer 2025.
The Hamden Hall community extends condolences to Sylvia, Andrew, Rob, and the Garfield family during this difficult time.
Hamden Hall Country Day School
1108 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, Connecticut 06517
Phone: 203-752-2600
Fax: 203-752-2651
admissions@hamdenhall.org
Hamden, Connecticut 06517
Phone: 203-752-2600
Fax: 203-752-2651
admissions@hamdenhall.org
About Us
Hamden Hall Country Day School, located less than two miles from Yale University, is one of the best private schools in Connecticut to enroll elementary, middle, and high school students. Our nurturing and inclusive community provides a dynamic learning environment that promotes academic excellence by understanding each child and fostering their individual growth.
