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Boarding High School in Connecticut
The Marvelwood School:
Located in Kent, Connecticut (just 2 hours from New York City), The Marvelwood School is an accredited, college preparatory, private boarding school offering Grades 9 - 12.
College Preparatory Boarding School Programs for Boys & Girls (Grades 9-12)
The following is a list of all course offerings at Marvelwood.
(Courses in which honors credit is available are indicated by an asterisk.)
Mathematics:
- Prealgebra
- Principles of Algebra
- Algebra I
- Geometry
- Algebra II
- Applications of Algebra
- Trigonometry
- Precalculus
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP Statistics
- Math Tutorial
English:
- English 9 (Recent works studied include The Odyssey, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, Honus & Me, Tess of the D'Urbervilles, Animal Farm)
- English 10 (Recent works studied include Lord of the Flies, The Catcher in the Rye, Oliver Twist, Othello)
- English 11 (Recent works studied include The Great Gatsby, The Crucible, The Things They Carried, Cat's Cradle, A Work of staggering Genius, In the Lake of the Woods)
- English 12 (Recent works studied include Equus, Hamlet, The Elephant Man, The Metamorphosis, Legends of the Fall, A Lesson Before Dying, Henderson the Rain King, The Norton Anthology of Short Fiction)
Science:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Biology I: Cell and Human Biology
- Biology II: Evolutionary Theory and Organismal Biology
- Chemistry
- AP Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Ethology
- Limnology & Vernal Pool Ecology
- Ornithology & Marine Biology
- Physics
- Psychology
Foreign Languages:
- French I, II and III
- Latin I and II
- Spanish I,II, III and IV
History:
- Ancient World History
- Modern World History
- United States History
- AP United States History
- AP European History
- AP Microeconomics
- Religion
- Geography
- East Asian History
- Art History
Arts/Electives:
- Advanced Studio Art
- Art History
- Beatles 101
- The Broadway Musical
- Building a Band
- Ceramics
- Creative Music Performance
- Creative Writing
- Digital Imaging
- Ethics (required for all 9th graders and new 10th graders)
- Filmmaking
- First Aid
- The History of Jazz & Rock ‘n Roll
- Introduction to Directing
- Jewelrymaking
- Mechanical Design
- Music Appreciation
- Photography
- Public Speaking (required for all 11th graders)
- Russian Language
- Songwriting
- Studio Art
- Theatre I: Introduction to Theatre
- Theatre II: Comedic Technique
- Women's Literature
- Yearbook
English Language Learners (ELL):
- ELL I (Courses for intermediate learners include Reading & Writing, Listening & Speaking, TOEFL Test Prep, and Biology)
- ELL II (Courses for high-intermediate learners include Reading, Academic Writing, Listening & Speaking, U.S. History, TOEFL Test Prep, and Biology)
- ELL III (Advanced ELL students may study Literature in the ELL department)Clubs & Student Activities;
- Cultural and Social Awareness Club
- Community Service
- Math Club
- SAT Prep classes
- Driver's Education classes
- Peer Mediation Program
- Student Government
- A Capella group
- Choir
- Scrabble Club
- Lectures & Workshops
- Prefect Program
- Student Filmmaking
- Drama
- Book Club
- Yoga
- School Newspaper
- Literary Magazine
- Tie-dying
- Barbecues
- Chinese New Year celebration
- Model United Nations
- Spirit Week
- International Fair
- Casino night
- Cinco de Mayo celebration
- Recycling
- Music lessons
- "Theme nights” in the dining hall
- Foreign Film Club
- Coffee Houses
- Bonfires
- Korean Thanksgiving celebration
- Debate Club
- Scrapbooking
- Student-Faculty basketball games
- Friday night dorm incentives
- Women of Marvelwood
- Instrumental Ensemble
- Trunk-or-Treating
- Snow sculpture contests
- Dance classes
- Student Health workshops
- Prom Committee
- Concerts and recitals
- Video game tournaments
- Dances
- Winter Carnival
- Magicians
- Hypnotists
- College application parties
- Girls' Night movies
- Shakesperience troupe
Address:
476 Skiff Mountain Road, Kent, Litchfield, Connecticut , USA
Marianapolis Preparatory School
Courses / Programs
Situated in Thompson, Windham County CT (1 hour from Boston), Marianapolis Preparatory School (MPS) is an accredited, co-ed, college preparatory day & boarding school offering Grades 9-12 and a postgraduate year. Academics are the heart of a Marianapolis education, and each student thrives within a rigorous college preparatory course of study.
Marianapolis nurtures students to become responsible and independent learners, as well as challenges students with an exciting and extensive program emphasizing breadth of intellectual exposure, depth of study, and significant out-of-class preparation.
The mission of Marianapolis Preparatory School is to educate students in the Catholic tradition of academic excellence, with a commitment to an active faith in God and a dedication to building character with content, compassion, and integrity.
Marianapolis Preparatory School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Connecticut State Department of Education.
Co-ed Day & Boarding School Programs for Grades 9-12 & Postgrad:
Subjects & programs include:
- English
- World History
- U.S. History
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics
- Theology
- Foreign Language
- Fine Arts
- Computer
- Sports
- Arts and Music
- Summer School
- Advanced Placement
- Honors Programs...
Subjects & programs include:
- English
- World History
- U.S. History
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics
- Theology
- Foreign Language
- Fine Arts
- Computer
- Sports
- Arts and Music
- Summer School
- Advanced Placement
- Honors Programs...
THINK Global School
Courses / Programs
• THINK Global School (TGS) is a private, non-profit high school that travels the world, allowing students ages 14-18 years old the chance to study in four new international cities each academic year. • TGS offers a once-in-a-lifetime educational experience centered around travel and cultural immersion.
• TGS students are competitively selected from all regions and all walks of life. Together they are a miniature United Nations, representing over 25 different countries of citizenship, and a diverse range of experiences, talents and interests.
• THINK Global School if fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools - Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS-WASC).
Upcoming & Previous School Locations around the world:
• 2021-2022: Australia, Bosnia, Botswana, Chile, China, Greece, India, Japan, Oman, Panama
• 2019-2020: Bosnia & Herzegovina, Australia, Chile, Italy
• 2018-2019: China, Oman, Costa Rica, Greece
• 2017-2018: Botswana, India, Japan & Spain
• 2016-2017: Canada, Morocco & Peru
• 2015-2016: Sweden, Bosnia & Italy
"The collective energy that the students at THINK Global School possess is remarkable. Somehow, the more places they go and things they do, the more energy they have!… It is such an inspiration!"
- TGS Residential Advisor
The school year consists of four terms, each held in a different country, where students have the chance to explore the history and culture of fantastic locations worldwide.
Features:
• Taught in small classes by friendly, dedicated and experienced teachers
• Student-driven instruction
• All subjects are inspired by the location, and are designed to combine learning with a wealth of cultural experiences.
Features:
• Taught in small classes by friendly, dedicated and experienced teachers
• Student-driven instruction
• All subjects are inspired by the location, and are designed to combine learning with a wealth of cultural experiences.
The Beacon School, Connecticut
Courses / Programs
Situated in Stamford CT, just 40 miles north of New York City, The Beacon School is an accredited, college-preparatory private school that offers specialized, residential academic programs for international students.Our Beacon Pathway Program and English Summer Immersion Camps offer students an opportunity to experience a comprehensive U.S. college preparatory curriculum while improving their English language skills, and living in the United States.
At Beacon, students with high-average to superior ability have the opportunity to pursue their passions, discover new interests, and develop their talents in an enriched academic setting guided by the tenets of gifted education.
Beacon’s mission is to provide an inspirational learning environment where students are free to be themselves, follow their passions, stretch their imaginations, and foster integrity.
Our students play an integral role in the development of their programs; we have found that by enlisting them in the educational process, we can instill in them a sense of ownership and personal direction.
Beacon Pathway Course:
- College Preparatory Coursework
- Intensive English Language
- Grade Appropriate Math, Science & History
- Athletics & Arts Electives
- Highly Regarded Test Preparation
- Double occupancy rooms for boarders
- Students leave Pathway with one year’s worth of credits at a US high school and admission to the best-fit school for you.
English Summer Immersion Camp:
- Duration: 3-6 weeks
- Accommodation in a hotel within walking distance of campus
- 25 hours of ESL Instruction per week
- After class activities with American peers
- College Preparatory Coursework
- Intensive English Language
- Grade Appropriate Math, Science & History
- Athletics & Arts Electives
- Highly Regarded Test Preparation
- Double occupancy rooms for boarders
- Students leave Pathway with one year’s worth of credits at a US high school and admission to the best-fit school for you.
English Summer Immersion Camp:
- Duration: 3-6 weeks
- Accommodation in a hotel within walking distance of campus
- 25 hours of ESL Instruction per week
- After class activities with American peers
Choate Rosemary Hall
Courses / Programs
Choate Rosemary Hall (Choate) represents the best in American secondary education. Located in Wallingford, CT (2 hours by car/train from Boston & New York), Choate is a private, college-preparatory, coeducational boarding and day school offering third form through sixth form (grades 9-12), including a post-graduate year option.
Our balanced curriculum offers students a firm grounding in the fundamentals of clear thinking and expression — with emphasis on individual development.
Students new to Choate sometimes ask what they need to do to "fit in." The answer is simple: Be yourself and get involved. Choate is a community that has long embraced students and faculty of many backgrounds, cultures, races, and beliefs.
What binds everyone together is not just the shared commitment to superior teaching and learning but the supportive atmosphere in the community. There is pride in the fact that there is no "typical" Choate student.
Boarding & Day Programs (Grades 9-12)
- We offer 240 courses with honors sections and have advanced placement in 26 areas.
- Curriculum: English, History, Philosophy, Religion and Social Sciences, Language, Mathematics, Science, Quantitative (Q Credit), Contemporary Global Studies...
- Signature Programs: Arts Concentration Program, The Capstone Program, Cum Laude Society, Directed Study, English Enhancement Program, Science Research Program, Senior Projects, Study Abroad...
- We offer 240 courses with honors sections and have advanced placement in 26 areas.
- Curriculum: English, History, Philosophy, Religion and Social Sciences, Language, Mathematics, Science, Quantitative (Q Credit), Contemporary Global Studies...
- Signature Programs: Arts Concentration Program, The Capstone Program, Cum Laude Society, Directed Study, English Enhancement Program, Science Research Program, Senior Projects, Study Abroad...
The Stony Brook School, Long Island
Courses / Programs
The Stony Brook School, located in Stony Brook (50 miles East of NYC), on the beautiful north shore of Long Island, New York, is a college preparatory, co-educational boarding and day school for grades 7-12. SBS is home to approximately 180 boarders every year. Our desire is for our students to learn and grow as they live together in a safe and comfortable community. There are currently 7 single-gender residential halls that house our boarding students and approximately 14 to 15 faculty families.
Students are trained to be leaders with integrity and virtue. The Stony Brook School offers an academic program that is challenging, comprehensive, and that recognizes the interconnected-ness of academic disciplines. Students are encouraged to ask questions, to think independently, and to write well.
Co-educational College Preparatory Program for students in Grades 7-12:
- Middle School (Grade 7-8)
- Upper School (Grade 9-12)
- Advanced Placement
Subjects include:
- English
- Mathematics
- History
- Foreign languages
- Science
- Bible
- Health
- Fine Arts
- Physical Education
- Middle School (Grade 7-8)
- Upper School (Grade 9-12)
- Advanced Placement
Subjects include:
- English
- Mathematics
- History
- Foreign languages
- Science
- Bible
- Health
- Fine Arts
- Physical Education
Oxford Academy
Courses / Programs
Located in Westbrook, Middlesex County CT, Oxford Academy is a private boarding school offering individualized instruction to boys in Grades 8-12+ who have academic weaknesses or wish to accelerate their high school programs. Through one-on-one instruction, students are able to work at their own pace and achieve success. In some instances, students are able to complete the equivalent of two years of high school in one year at Oxford.
Since 1906 Oxford Academy has provided young men ages 13-20 with a successful educational experience through one-to-one instruction in a structured boys boarding school with a close caring community of teachers and peers.
The rolling admissions policy allows Oxford to address each student's application immediately, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Individualized Instruction & Boarding School for Boys in Grades 8-12 and Postgrad:
Subjects include:
- English
- Mathematics
- Foreign Language
- Science
- History/ Social Studies
- English As A Second Language (ESL)
- Post Graduate Program
- Summer Session
- College Preparatory Course...
Subjects include:
- English
- Mathematics
- Foreign Language
- Science
- History/ Social Studies
- English As A Second Language (ESL)
- Post Graduate Program
- Summer Session
- College Preparatory Course...