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Isn’t it “the grind” that makes an independent school great? An academic pressure cooker that leads to top college acceptance? Isn’t that what it takes for students to be ready?
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Excellence, simply, is inspiring students to chase what fulfills them, and instilling a desire for greater knowledge, broader perspectives, and cultural awareness.
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An outstanding education isn’t about dishing out mounds of homework every night. It isn’t equating academic excellence to scoring a few tenths of a point higher. And at Harvey, it is not a one-size-fits-all path to what’s next.
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Harvey’s programs break from the mold to match students’ interests and passions.
With Harvey’s innovative, handson STEAM program, students design, build, and code robots. With two dedicated robotics labs for Middle and Upper School students, Harvey’s robotics teams have won more than 95 state, regional, national, and world championships and awards. Now they are exploring artificial intelligence robotics.
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The first day of ninth grade marks the crossing of a threshold into high school and how students will navigate their way through the next four years. At Harvey, students begin this journey through a curriculum that exposes them to a broader exploration of English genres through the Writer’s Odyssey, and Science Trajectories, where students study six distinctive units of science.
This language study helps students stand out to colleges and future employers. In partnership with the Keio Academy of New York, a local Japanese school, and the opportunity to travel to sister schools in Tokyo and Hiroshima, students broaden their understanding of Japanese culture and language.
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The Harvey School personalizes an educational journey to be as unique as each individual student. Students don’t conform to a singular “portrait of a graduate.” They have unlimited opportunity to unlock potential and uncover talents.
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The final year of high school is an opportunity for students to become more independent and adventurous thinkers and learners, while reinforcing skills that will prepare them for the rigors and autonomy of college and beyond. Through engagement in inquiry and problem-based coursework, readings, journaling, and independent learning projects, students hone their abilities in critical thinking, self-reflection, independence, communication, collaboration, research, and time management.
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“I had an amazing relationship with my advisor. We had advisory every Tuesday and it was always a place where you could just sit back, relax, eat some snacks with your friends, while also talking about what you wanted to achieve that week, or what problem you were trying to work through for that week or that trimester. I cried with my advisor; I laughed with her.”
Every week, 8 to 10 students and their advisor can discuss specific topics or anything that’s on their minds.
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Harvey places students with advisors they’ll connect with best. As student experiences and interests develop, so do their connections and relationships with Harvey teachers, mentors, and coaches. Our goal is for every student to have an adult on campus that they can turn to … for anything.
The Advisory Program is built upon the Harvey experience. Beginning in the Middle School, advisors partner with individual students—meeting once a week throughout the academic year—to address questions, discuss social and emotional topics, consider personal concerns or challenges, and review students’ academic progress. Advisors also regularly communicate directly with families.
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Sir William Harvey, our namesake, discovered the mechanics of blood circulation. So you might not be surprised that a Harvey education provides academic rigor with heart. We value service and encourage students to engage with local and global communities—identifying needs, developing responses, and rolling up their sleeves to get things done—so they lead lives of integrity and kindness.
Options include: biology, American history, calculus (AB & BC), chemistry, English, European history, microeconomics, physics, and statistics.
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“My teachers treat me like an adult, they’re very respectful, and don’t treat me like a kid who doesn’t know anything. I was given a lot of freedom to figure things out. Because the classes are small, you get a lot of input into the classroom discussions that you don’t get in bigger schools. I like that.”
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At Harvey, giving students space to find their “thing” has everything to do with accepting students for who they are. Because when students connect with their newbond—theyteachers—trulydreambig,trythings,andtakerisks.
“I believe energy, humor, and spontaneity are essential to keep the class and students engaged. As an educator, it is my job to help the students find their passion. It is much more than just teaching history. It is teaching them to be lifelong learners.”
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college planning and personalized attention occurs in junior and senior years. junior chaTs help students research colleges, learn to use SCOIR and the Common App, and assist with personal statements, essays, and brag sheets. on campus evenTs include college admissions panels, financial aid night, understanding standardized test scores, junior and senior parent nights, and junior class monthly chats. Harvey goes there. American University Bard LafayetteJohnsIthacaatIndianaUniversityGeorgeFordhamEmersonElonCornellUniversityClemsonIrvineUniversityBrandeisBostonBostonofBerkleeBatesBarnardCollegeCollegeCollegeCollegeMusicCollegeUniversityUniversityofCalifornia,UniversityofConnecticutUniversityUniversityCollegeUniversityWashingtonUniversityBloomingtonCollegeHopkinsUniversityCollege Lehigh WesleyaninWashingtonVirginiaVillanovaTulaneTuftsSyracuseSkidmoreofRochesterofRhodeUniversityPennsylvaniaofParsonsNortheasternCarolinaUniversityNewUniversityUniversityUniversityofMiamiofMichiganYorkUniversityofNorthatChapelHillUniversitySchoolDesignStateIslandSchoolDesignInstituteTechnologyCollegeUniversityUniversityUniversityUniversityTechUniversitySt.LouisUniversity over 60 colleges and universiTies visiT campus in boTh Fall and spring. sTudenTs Find The schools with attributes that best align with their interests, personalities, and aspirations. senIor workshops held in August help students fine tune their applications and essays before school begins. The majoriTy oF harvey sTudenTs are accepTed To Their FirsTchoice school.
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Graduated from Montclair College with her BFA. Annelise appeared in Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-nominated remake of “West Side Story,” as well as guest-starring roles on NBC’s “Law & Order SVU” and “Chicago P.D.” In addition to acting and modeling, Annelise sees writing and directing in her future.
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Michael is now working as marketing coordinator/ digital host for the Houston Rockets NBA basketball team and living in Houston. He previously worked in publicity for the Los Angeles Dodgers major league baseball team and hosted his own late night talk show “Goodnight Goodkind,” interviewing professional athletes and coaches while playing basketball with them.
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Graduated from Providence College with a BS in marketing and finance. Right after school, she accepted a position as an area sales manager for the Coca-Cola Company, partnering with area chain restaurants to increase their beverage incidence and solve their operational challenges, leading to stronger customer relationships and increased profitability for both the chain and the Coca-Cola Company.
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A former dormer at Harvey, after college Sean found success in the fashion industry working with Dolce and Gabbana, Ferragamo, Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, and John Varvatos before transitioning to real estate. Sean and his partners started Coast Real Estate Group in 2020, now operating in New York, Connecticut, Miami, and Los Angeles. His company was even featured on Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing New York.”
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“My son shadowed some classes at Harvey, including English, and on the way home he said he wished he could have stayed longer to see what happened at the end of the book the class was discussing. That was the type of vibe we were looking for!”
“Harvey has a really chill and relaxed vibe, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t doing the work. My son comes home and does theoretical math proofs and he’s just starting calculus. The academics are here, but it’s a friendly and kind environment in which to learn.”
“Harvey has an upbeat and open vibe that makes everyone feel comfortable to be their best self. With all the classes, electives, and activities, students are like, ‘Hey, let’s try this, let’s do that.’ There’s a real passion to try new things.”
posiTiviTy surrounds everyone in a TighTkniT communiTy oF Teachers, menTors, coaches, and peers who Truly connecT wiTh and care For … each oTher.
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Students got involved in the growing up jazz program, exploring self-awareness, identity, and Black history with jazz singer Andromeda Turre, who also performed.
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Positive Psychology social and emoTional learning workshops help students find their voice, improve mental health, build confidence, and ease social anxieties and pressures.
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Contribute poetry, prose, and art to Harvey’s Middle School liTerary magazine, Equinox, recognized for excellence by the National Council for Teachers of English.
“A student first needs to feel comfortable in the classroom and know they can trust their teacher before they can really learn. I treat each student as an individual and help them discover who they are as learners, encourage them to believe in themselves, and challenge them to work hard. I am not perfect and I don’t expect my students to be perfect, but we should always strive to be better and realize that setbacks are part of the journey.”
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Led by dynamic teachers who are scientists, coders, musicians, mathematicians, writers, adventurers, painters, and athletes who love to teach, the Middle School fills students’ hearts with the joy of learning. Because joy matters. These are important years, focused on acquiring the skills and gaining confidence to tackle the challenges of Upper School.
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Our world demands new thought, creativity, innovation, and solutions. Harvey empowers students to find their voice, to be self-advocates, to make positive change. Because our children will become the leaders and difference-makers of tomorrow.
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poeTry reciTaTion and speech conTesTs are opportunities for public speaking in front of entire community.
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That class opened me up to a whole new understanding of history and it became my favorite class. I never thought
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Japanese language students are paired with Japanese students at sister schools in Tokyo and hiroshima and correspond throughout the year.
I’d be able to appreciate the subject, but because of the teaching I really fell in love with that class.”
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Harvey’s Upper School faculty give students the upper hand.
“I decided to take AP History even though history is not my best subject.
Harvey roboTics team designs a dental device for local oral surgeons to use. Currently in the patent process.
Our Upper School faculty are role models and mentors for students, in and out of the classroom, and ensure mastery of subject content. Teachers combine expert instructional methods with the latest technology, and continue to grow their knowledge through professional development. With such a strong and dedicated faculty, there’s literally nothing holding students back at Harvey. They feel confident to explore their talents, abilities, and personal interests.
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Our boarding program is safe, supportive, and encourages personal responsibility and self-advocacy. Five-day boarding is perfect for families who want their students to skip the daily commute and develop independence while spending weekends with family.
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The boarding community is an extended family who learns, plays, and grows together. By living with peers from across the tri-state area and worldwide, boarders develop a global perspective and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds. As campus residents, they benefit from greater access to school resources, including evening proctored study hours with faculty/staff and more time in the Fenstermacher Athletic Center or The Walker Center for the Arts. With mentoring and support, they gain independence in a structured and safe community, which helps prepare them for a smooth transition to college.
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Studies show that there is a strong correlation between academic success and pursuit of the arts. An arts education is the most comprehensive form of learning. In addition to intellectual development, the arts build skills, emotional depth, and the ability to imagine.
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The harvey school admissions oFFice 260 jay sTreeT kaTonah, ny 10536 914-232-3161 HarveySchool.org The Harvey School is a college-preparatory independent school for students in grades 6-12 with an optional five-day residential program for students in grades 9-12.
