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Tue, Jun 30, 2009
The primary aim of the majority of U.S. boarding schools is to fully prepare young students for enrollment in leading universities.
Cover Story
Student Experiences
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
Mercy Paine, from Switzerland, is an eight grader at The Glenholme School in Washington, Connecticut.
Featured Stories
Looking at Schools
Tue, Jun 23, 2009
Do you like large schools or small schools? Are you most comfortable in a city, small town or countryside? Are you interested in attending a school that has a religious or military orientation? Would you like to attend a school that is only for boys or girls?
Why Spend Your Summer Studying in the United States?
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
Thousands of young people from around the world attend a variety of summer programs throughout the United States.
Learning English
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
Choosing a secondary school and an ESL program may be one of the most important decisions you make in your lifetime. These steps below should be helpful.
Special Needs and Learning Disabilities
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
Many boarding schools in the United States are dedicated to young people who have difficulty reading or paying attention in class. Other boarding schools enroll a few special needs students in each class and devote special instruction to them
Considering an Arts Program?
Mon, Jun 22, 2009
While traditional boarding schools offer excellent academic and broad athletic participation, a number of them also have excellent arts instruction. These schools have outstanding faculty in the arts, specialized facilities, and utilize advances in contemporary technology to provide an inspiring education.
featured schools
Montverde Academy
Fri, Mar 6, 2009
Nestled among majestic oaks and gentle rolling hills, Montverde Academy provides a safe and nurturing environment for students to pursue academic excellence. The programs at Montverde Academy are designed to enrich, enlighten, and inspire students to excel in all areas of life.
Idyllwild Arts Academy
Fri, Mar 6, 2009
The Idyllwild Arts Academy is the finest high school in the country for the pre-professional study of creative writing, dance, film and video, music, theatre and visual arts.
The MacDuffie School
Thu, Feb 19, 2009
The curriculum includes a challenging college preparatory program including honors, Advanced Placement and extensive elective courses.
Andrews Osborne Academy
Thu, Feb 19, 2009
A university preparatory, day (grades PK-12) and boarding (grades 7-12) school grades, Andrews Osborne Academy (AOA) offers a wide variety of academic, social, and athletic opportunities. The equestrian facilities at AOA are unparalleled, providing the best programs in the United States, especially at the high school level. We are home to nationally recognized trainers, riders and horses.
Student Experiences
Interview: Conserve School
Wed, Jun 24, 2009
Daniel Kazmi (Danny), from Iceland is a student at Conserve School in Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin.
Interview: Miss Halls School
Wed, Jun 24, 2009
Daisey Anglow, from Tunisia, is a student at Miss Hall’s School in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Interview: Purnell School
Wed, Jun 24, 2009
Sol Yoae (Abby) Jun, from Korea, is a student at the Purnell School in New Jersey.
Interview: The Storm King School
Tue, Jun 23, 2009
Wei-Moo (Edward) Hsu, from Taiwan, attended The Storm King School in Cornall on Hudson, north of New York City.