Gow Summer Programs

Start Fast. Finish Strong. summer@gow.org gow.org/summer

Summer school doesn’t even begin to cover Gow’s exciting and challenging summer program.

Developed for students who have been experiencing academic differences or who have language-based learning differences, Gow’s summer program provides the jump-start many students need for success in school.

• morning academics • afternoon activities • weekend overnight trips • 130 students • 21 states • 14 countries

The summer program is not just a place to learn, but also a place to rediscover the joy of learning. Our program provides personal remediation, multisensory instruction and fun. With our average class size of five students along with individual attention from teachers, students start fast and finish strong.

A few of our course selections: • • • • • • • •

Computer Applications Reconstructive Language Experimental Science Studio Art Robotics Journalism Videography Theatre

All activities are supervised by counselors who are college graduates or college students. These talented individuals serve as teachers, role models, supervisors, and friends to the campers. Some of the counselors are exceptionally qualified Gow School and Summer Program alumni.

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soccer capture-the-flag ultimate frisbee tennis basketball arts & crafts archery baseball hiking biking low ropes course

Counselor in Training Program Our CIT program, for ages 15 and 16, provides another forum for developing pride and unity. CIT’s arrive early for training, assist with our younger students, help in the dorms and serve as role models.

They participate in a number of service opportunities throughout the summer, enabling them to earn up to 30 hours of community service credit. A performance based stipend is provided for all of our CIT’s.

General Information Tuition: includes room, board, academic materials, day trips, bookstore allowance and weekend excursions. All tuition must be paid by the first of June, with early payment discounts available.

Application: students who apply are encouraged to participate in an on-campus tour and interview. Spaces are limited and the Summer Program typically fills it’s spots early.

To learn more about the Summer Program please visit gow.org/summer. There you will find information about dorms, weekend activites, academics and financial aid.

The School Founded in 1926 and located in South Wales, NY, the Gow School is a college preparatory boarding school for grades 7-12, for students with dyslexia and other language based learning disabilities.

Reconstructive Language, Gow’s research-driven, accredited remedial reading and language program, is a leader in multi-sensory, structured language teaching.

The Gow School is located 30 miles south of Buffalo, NY. The School is a two hour drive from Toronto, Ontario and a six hour drive from New York City. The campus consists of 120 acres of woods, prime athletic fields and more than 33 buildings including: dormitories, Weston dining hall, the George M. Reid Art Center, academic buildings, a state of the art athletic facility with indoor sport court, and the Alice R. Gow Science center.

2491 Emery Rd |South Wales, NY 14139 | P 716.687.2001| F 716.687.2003 | gow.org

For more information regarding the Gow School Summer Program or for more information on The Gow School, please visit gow.org/summer or call 716.687.2001.