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HORIZONS TAKES ON THE OPPORTUNITY GAP

here’s a problem with education in our country, and it has very little to do with schools themselves. Good intentions and best efforts aside, there is a persistent opportunity gap separating low-income students from their more fortunate peers. And it’s something all of us should be paying attention to.

According to Lorna Smith, CEO of Westport, CT-based Horizons National, this gap in opportunity affects everyone. “It’s easy enough to think, ‘this isn’t my problem,’ but the fact is, limited opportunity for any of us means a limited future for all of us.”

Statistics certainly support that perspective. Today, 51% of all public school students come from low-income families, and by the time those students arrive in kindergarten, they’re already months behind. It gets worse. Low-income students are six times more likely to drop out of high school, and fewer than one third of them will ever enroll in college. Without a college education or technical training, it’s harder than ever to find a path out of poverty. The cost to society can be measured in stagnant economic mobility – and 188

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an estimated $300 billion in lost wages, taxable income, plus health care, welfare, and incarceration costs. In the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut area alone, there are too many jobs that go unfilled because there are too few people qualified to fill them.

Why is this so? And why do we accept it? It happens over time, and the opportunity gap actually widens when school isn’t even in session. Most students slip a little during summer vacation, when it’s easy enough to forget some of the material they just learned. But for low-income kids, this “summer slide” is often profound, setting them back as much as three months by the time they get back to school in September. All summer long, children from low-income families aren’t going to camps, or to museums, or on family trips – in fact, some aren’t even getting the food, nutrition, and exercise they depend on during the school year. The cumulative effect, year after year, is troubling; by fifth grade, low-income students can be as much as two years behind their more fortunate peers.

Is there a way to fix this? Educators, parents, students, and communities might envision something like the Horizons programs

run by Smith’s organization, Horizons National. In fact, trends in education – such as out-of-school-time learning, high-quality academics, social emotional learning, and long-term commitment – point directly to a solution like Horizons. But Smith wouldn’t call these trends; at Horizons, they’re more like proven steps to student success.

And Horizons should know – it has decades of experience taking those steps. Horizons started in 1964 in New Canaan, Connecticut, and has been expanding nationally since 1995; last year, Horizons programs served over 4,600 students through 51 sites across 17 states.

“Horizons is really a story about growth,” says Smith. “It’s about the growth of our students and their families – and their outlook on the future.”

By any measure, Horizons students thrive. They improve their reading and math skills.

They gain confidence. Most of all, they discover a new world of possibilities, things they never thought they could do or achieve.

How does Horizons do it? Smith points to the Horizons model: long-term, in-depth, out-of-school-time instruction. “A successful adult is not a short-term proposition,” says Smith, “and a one-time intervention won’t fix the problem.”

For students, Horizons begins in the early stages of their development – when they’re in Pre-K and kindergarten. Horizons commits to its students all the way through high school, providing a rare, long-term experience. “Our students and our teachers stay with us for years,” Smith notes, “we have an average student and teacher

retention of over 80% annually across the network.” Since lasting connections create the greatest impact, Horizons makes retention a priority; many families are involved for decades as younger siblings make their way through the program and graduates return to volunteer or teach at Horizons.

So – isn’t this just summer school? Absolutely not. Horizons programs typically take place on the campuses of nearby independent schools, colleges, and universities – taking students out of their usual

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routine and helping them shape a path for their own education.

Horizons students focus on reading and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), and also participate in the arts, fitness, nutrition, and field trips. Through an in-depth, sixweek summer program, plus afterschool and weekend programs throughout the year, Horizons students (and teachers) experience the freedom of new ways of learning.

And it’s an incredible return on the investment.

Said one Bridgeport, CT public school teacher, “If I can get two or three Horizons students in my class during the school year, it improves everything for everybody. It changes the class dynamic, and it changes how all of my students think about themselves and about their future.”

It should come as no surprise that Horizons high school students have a 99% graduation rate, compared to a much lower rate for their same-income peers. And 91% of them go on to college or other post-secondary education.

What’s next for Horizons? Smith would like to see the Horizons model extend to as many students and families who need it, and plans are already underway to explore new ways of scaling up. A retrospective study, looking at multiple school districts whose students attend Horizons, is also getting underway, and the results should go a long way toward better understanding how and why Horizons works.

Because Horizons programs are tuition-free, Horizons is funded almost entirely through private philanthropy. Behind every lowincome child who improves his or her reading and math skills, learns to swim, gains confidence, and discovers a whole new world of possibility through Horizons, there are donors who make it all possible.

The opportunity gap is real. But luckily, so is Horizons, and the private resources it harnesses to help low-income students create community, continuity, and a way to envision, and pursue, a brighter future.

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SMITH COLLEGE PRECOLLEGE SUMMER PROGRAMS Northampton, MA

For talented young women entering grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 in fall 2017 RISD Smith College Precollege Summer programs offer intellectually Founded in 1877, Rhode Island School of Design (or “RIZ-dee” for the stimulating and unique opportunities for high school girls who wish acronym RISD) is one of the oldest and best-known colleges of art and design in the U.S. The college is located in Providence, Rhode Island, which offers its own vibrant art scene and is conveniently located between two other major cultural centers: Boston and New York.

Students at RISD access the institution’s one-of-a-kind Edna W. Lawrence Nature Lab, RISD Museum featuring more than 86,000 works of fine and decorative art and the RISD Fleet Library, recently named by Travel + Leisure as one of America’s most beautiful college libraries.

Pre-College Each summer, 400+ high school students from around the world come to RISD for a comprehensive introduction to the college art school experience. Definitely not an arts camp, the six-week residential Pre-College program is focused, serious and challenging. Students experience the core elements of a RISD education – critical thinking and artmaking – in foundation drawing and design courses, critical studies in art, and a concentration in one of 21 diverse majors.

RISD Pre-College students have varied backgrounds and choose the program for many reasons: to find out if the arts is the right choice for them, to further pursue their art or to build their portfolio for college applications. Whatever the catalyst, students attending RISD Pre-College have one thing in common–they are passionate about to pursue their academic interests in the classroom and beyond. art and design and are seeking an incomparable arts education and Annually, these programs offer 250 young women the freedom to explore challenging and intriguing subjects, to strengthen their summer experience. precollege.risd.edu college applications, and to increase their exposure to the Smith Summer Studies RISD’s Summer Studies program in the visual arts and design undergraduate experience while living and studying with other encompasses a wide spectrum of interests to meet the needs of motivated and ambitious students from around the world. The beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Students from program offerings include Summer Science and Engineering, colleges and universities around the world, as well as art and design Women’s Writing, Discovering Women’s History, Field Studies for professionals interested in new creative experiences, are drawn to Sustainable Futures, and a College Admission Workshop.

Each summer, Smith welcomes to these programs young women RISD’s vibrant artistic community.

Scores of accomplished, award-winning artists, designers and from many nationalities and diverse racial and socio-economic educators – including members of RISD’s degree program faculty – backgrounds who together form an extraordinary intellectual teach in the summer programs. Courses include introductions to fine community. The learning environment is hands-on, collaborative, art fundamentals such as drawing and painting, as well as specialized exploratory, challenging and rich in role models. Professors who areas of study such as architecture and industrial design, or graphic are world-class scholars offer personal attention in the classroom design, as offered through the Summer Institute of Graphic Design while encouraging students’ interests and passions and helping them Studies. In addition, RISD Global Summer Programs offer travel develop new academic skills.

Here young women are taken seriously and inspired to excel— learning opportunities for students interested in understanding the as scholars, scientists, leaders. role of art and design in various cultures. smith.edu/summer/contact.php Whether augmenting current college curriculum or broadening professional skills, RISD Summer Studies offers students a unique, intense and exceptional learning experience. risd.edu/summer Providence, RI

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{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } WHERE THERE BE DRAGONS

Global citizenship & leadership programs in the developing world since 1993 Mapmakers once drew Dragons to represent lands unknown. Bold explorers who ventured beyond the map’s edge were said to go “where there be dragons”…

Where There Be Dragons is the leader in cross-cultural education. We offer 4/6 week high school summer programs and 3 month Gap Year semester courses for students ages 15-22. On every course, a team of 3 experienced instructors guides students off the map’s edge to engage them in an intensive exploration of place and of self in 17 different countries around the world.

We are dedicated to cross-cultural education because we believe that future leaders will be required to think beyond border and tribe when considering the affects of resource scarcity on a global community. Our summer and semester programs are designed to give young adults the cross-cultural competencies and self awareness to be active participants in this conversation.

What makes a Dragons course different?

A Dragons course is agile.

We hire experts. With an average of 4+ years of in-country experience, Dragons Instructors are able to communicate in local dialects and offer expert excellent adult mentorship throughout the student experience. Cultural fluency allows instructor teams to manage responsive itineraries and capitalize on unexpected learning opportunities.

A Dragons course is bold.

We don’t charter buses and when possible we stay with families rather than in hotels. We believe that traveling “close to the ground” allows us to connect more intimately across cultures. We welcome a crowded public bus or an unexpected cup of tea as a learning opportunity.

A Dragons course is instructor-driven.

Individual instructor teams collaborate to design a customized course itinerary based on their personal in-country experience and the interests of their incoming student group. This offers students a unique voice in the course design process and it offers our instructors the opportunity to be creative as they execute their own vision.

A Dragons course is not designed to be easy. It is designed to challenge every student and offer unique insights into the critical global issues of our time. Going ‘where there be dragons’ takes courage… we still go there. Will you?

Toll Free: 1-800-982-9203 For more information: info@wheretherebedragons.com

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SUMMER PROGRAMMES SUMMER PROGRAMMES FOR UNDERGRADUATES, GRADUATES AND ADULT LEARNERS

Over the centuries, the University of Cambridge has helped to shape and change the world through innovative ideas and groundbreaking discoveries: 96 of its affiliates have won Nobel Prizes.

The University’s International Summer Programmes (9 July–19 August 2017) offer a heady mixture of tradition and innovation, as new and returning students absorb the atmosphere of this remarkable place, learning from some of its finest academics – and from each other. The programmes have a reputation for excellent teaching, fascinating courses, and intriguing lectures. Every year, graduates, © JAMESAPPLETON.CO.UK undergraduates and other adults of all ages and backgrounds bring their learning and life experience to the classroom. There is no shortage of new ideas and opinions.

Over 170 courses make up our open-access programmes: Science, Literature, Shakespeare, Creative Writing, Ancient and Classical Worlds, History, Medieval Studies and Interdisciplinary. Some students stay for all six weeks, others just for one or two. The Interdisciplinary Programme comprises VALLEY FORGEthree MILITARY independent ACADEMY AND COLLEGEtwoweek terms, which allow for two-, four- and six-week study periods.

You can focus on courses in the same discipline, or choose courses in different subject fields. The three-week English Law and Legal Methods Programme is primarily for lawyers and law students with no knowledge of the English legal system.

Adding to the academic experience, you can choose to stay in one of four historic Cambridge Colleges. Each is different in character, but all offer a warm welcome and the opportunity to meet fellow students studying other subjects.

Participants become familiar with Cambridge in a way that few are privileged to experience as they enjoy meals in magnificent dining halls and have time to discover a city that tourists seldom see. Long, light summer days provide opportunities to explore the beautiful Colleges, visit the many museums and art galleries, relax in a punt on the river, or share a traditional English tea in nearby Grantchester.

In the evenings there are talks, concerts and ceilidhs (traditional folk dances). At weekends, you can join excursions to Shakespeare plays at Stratford-upon-Avon and the Globe Theatre, and visit Hampton Court Palace and other heritage sites.

Our Programmes offer a rich and rewarding mix of range, teaching quality, academic rigour, accessibility, people and place. It all adds up to a winning combination of innovation and tradition: the best of both worlds.

Apply online: ice.cam.ac.uk/intsummer or email intenq@ice.cam.ac.uk

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{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } THE COOPER UNION ALBERT NERKEN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING SUMMER STEM PROGRAM New York, NY

New York City is positioning itself as a leader in engineering innovation and has seen a dramatic rise in tech startups in recent years. The Albert Nerken School of Engineering at the Cooper Union has been preparing high school students to pursue undergraduate careers in science, engineering, technology, and mathematics (STEM) fields for over 25 years. The Summer STEM Program is an intensive, six-week experience that immerses students in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving, thereby placing students on the right track for careers in technological innovation.

Students work closely with Cooper Union instructors and teaching assistants at the forefront of engineering education.

Projects range broadly and include robotics, digital fabrication, computer programming and app development, engineering entrepreneurship, biomedical and genetic engineering, improved urban infrastructure, and even racecar design. Faculty and teaching assistants from the departments of civil, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering provide students with foundational knowledge and expert guidance to address real-world problems in their respective disciplines of expertise.

Students also attend workshops on oral presentation skills, technical writing, career counseling, and college admissions. They are given access to Cooper Union’s library resources, computer facilities, and laboratories to perform their research, design, analysis, and prototyping. Typically, projects include at least one field trip to a local museum, exhibition, or gallery to enhance the students’ experience.

This program culminates with each group submitting a technical paper or comprehensive website summarizing their research and design, and presenting their work to an audience of invited guests.

To recognize their successful completion of the program students will receive a certificate of achievement from the Albert Nerken School of Engineering.

Program Timing: July 10th – August 17th, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday-Thursday Location: The Cooper Union New Academic Building at 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003 Eligibility: Current high school sophomores and juniors living and going to school in the Greater NYC area Find out more at: summer-stem.cooper.edu Contact us with questions: summerSTEM@cooper.edu

PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS AT BROWN UNIVERSITY: SUMMER 2017 Providence, RI

A True Residential College Experience Brown’s Pre-College Programs attract serious college-bound students from around the world. As a student, you’ll live in a Brown University residence hall, eat at a Brown dining hall, and join your fellow students on The College Green—just as you would if you were a Brown undergraduate. You will be surrounded by peers from diverse backgrounds and cultures—all sharing a passion for high-level academics and a desire to succeed at a selective institution like Brown BROWN UNIVERSITY MAIN GREEN PHOTO BY KARL DOMINEY

University. A student who completes a Pre-College course is better prepared, more confident, and better positioned to succeed during one of the biggest transitions of his or her life: the move to college.

Brown University: 250 Years of Academic Excellence Brown is known in the Ivy League for an innovative open curriculum that challenges students to be actively engaged in their own intellectual development. Pre-College Programs are an opportunity to explore this stimulating learning environment.

Academics are at the program’s core, with more than 300 courses in one- to seven-week sessions on campus, online and abroad.

Dive deeper into a subject you love or a new area of learning you may never have considered. You will face exciting challenges and accomplish more than you can imagine.

Come to Brown Pre-College Programs to experience college life, prepare for academic success, and make new friends from around the world. brown.edu/summer

{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM AT WAGNER COLLEGE Staten Island, NY

Be Part of the City The Summer Pre-College Program at Wagner College invites ambitious high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to become Wagner students for the summer with a unique opportunity to explore the greatest city in the world, New York City. If you are adventurous, highly motivated, and passionate about making a difference in the world, Wagner College is where you belong.

As a Pre-College student, you will experience college-level academics in a small class setting. Our instructors are all experts in their fields and are fully committed to sharing their expertise, passion, and experience with all students. Ranging from one to three-week programs, each course will help you get a jump on your college education. The precollege program is designed to challenge your critical thinking and problem solving skills, both in the classroom and during exciting field trips. Rather than focusing on one subject, each academic program track is paired with a course in a different discipline.

Programs Offered From July 10 to July 28, students will have an opportunity to earn up to 6 college credits in programs including Pre-Med and Science, Music Production, Filmmaking & Video Production, History of New York City, Musical Theatre and Stage Craft Intensive.

Living at Wagner Residential students will have the added benefit of experiencing campus life as an independent student while forming new friendships. When not in class, you will be able to explore the vibrant New York City. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet with college counselors who will help prepare you for the challenges of the college admission process.

Dollar for dollar, the tuition for the Summer Pre-College Program is a substantial savings of more than half the regular cost of college credit courses at Wagner College and similar institutions. But the real value lies in the independence learned, confidence gained, and sense that you are on your way towards being college ready.

The Wagner College Difference Immerse yourself in a curriculum incorporating both classroom and off-campus experiences that models the nationally-recognized undergraduate curriculum, The Wagner Plan for the Practical Liberal Arts, where “Learning by Doing” is the focus. It is the bridge that connects your experiences in class, across campus, and around New York City to your specific goals for tomorrow.

For additional information, call 718-390-3221 Email lifelong-learning@wagner.edu wagner.edu/pre-college

BOSTON COLLEGE Chestnut Hill, MA

Boston College, the first institution of higher education to operate in the city of Boston, is today among the nation’s foremost universities, a leader in the liberal arts, scientific inquiry, and student formation.

Grounded in the ideals that inspired our Jesuit founders, Boston College urges students to look inward but always to reach out—to develop their minds and talents to the fullest and use them in service to others.

The Woods College of Advancing Studies The Woods College of Advancing Studies, which is located on Boston College’s beautiful Chestnut Hill campus, is expanding Boston College’s mission of education and social justice through unique undergraduate and graduate programs designed to accommodate non-traditional students and pre-college programs, which introduce high school students to scholarship and life as a college student.

Founded in 1929 as the fourth school at Boston College, Woods College offers evening, Saturday, online, and hybrid online and on campus courses to 800 students each semester.

The Boston College Experience for High School Students The Boston College Experience (BCE) run through the Woods College provides motivated high school students the opportunity to live and learn as students at Boston College. Through adherence to our Jesuit mission, our programs focus on exposing students to a rich and rewarding college experience through coursework, extracurricular activities and reflection. Built into the programs are activities that help to prepare students for their college search and the transition into college life.

Summer 2017 Pre-college We have a variety of programs running six, three and two weeks in length. You may study subjects like forensic science, psychology, creative writing, math, and many more.

Considering applying to Boston College? Try us out this summer and get a taste of life on the Heights!

For details, and to apply, please visit our website: bc.edu/schools/summer/bce/

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{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN SUMMER PROGRAMS Atlanta, Savannah, GA and Hong Kong

This summer, spark your imagination while exploring life as an art and design student with pre-college programs at SCAD, The University for Creative Careers.

With remarkable resources and inspired settings, expert faculty and diverse locations in Atlanta, Hong Kong and Savannah, SCAD is the perfect place to create, learn and grow.

SCAD Rising Star Open to rising high school seniors Ready for a firsthand SCAD student experience? This challenging five-week program awards college credit and enhances portfolios with university-level coursework. Participants enroll in two classes and receive individualized instruction from SCAD professors, preparing them for their college journeys.

All SCAD Rising Star participants have access to cutting-edge academic resources. From classrooms and computer labs to studios and production suites, students develop and complete their assignments using state-of-the-art technology and materials.

Residential program participants live alongside fellow artists in SCAD residence halls and partake in engaging activities each week to get to know their peers, explore SCAD and discover area attractions. Students may also take advantage of SCAD libraries, galleries, theaters and bookstores.

For more information, visit scad.edu/rs Session dates: Atlanta: June 18–July 21, 2017 Hong Kong: June 25–July 28, 2017 / Savannah: June 18–July 21, 2017 SCAD Summer Seminars Open to rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors Cultivate your creativity and meet peers from all over the world during weeklong art and design workshops. SCAD Summer Seminars participants choose two seminars (one in Hong Kong) from a host of disciplines, including animation, architecture, fashion, jewelry, photography and more, and create tangible work displayed in a closing exhibition.

Workshops are taught by SCAD professors, alumni or select graduate students in small class sizes. Demonstrations, lectures, studio work and daily social and cultural activities provide an authentic experience of SCAD student life in the city.

For more information, visit scad.edu/sss Session dates Atlanta: Session I: June 25–30, 2017 / Session II: July 9–14, 2017 Session III: July 23–28, 2017 Hong Kong (nonresidential only): Session I: July 3–7, 2017 Session II: July 17–21, 2017 / Session III: July 24–28, 2017 Savannah: Session I: June 25–30, 2017 / Session II: July 9–14, 2017 Session III: July 16–21, 2017 / Session IV: July 23–28, 2017 Session V: July 30–Aug. 4, 2017 Register for SCAD summer programs in Atlanta, Hong Kong and Savannah at scad.edu/summer For more information, call 912.525.5100 or 800.869.7223 and email admission@scad.edu 194

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SUMMER AT SARAH LAWRENCE Bronxville, NY

At Sarah Lawrence we believe in the power of exploration and reflection to open up new worlds. That’s why students come to our summer programs – to tap into a creative space that enables them to share a powerful story, through writing, film, or social justice activism.

Each summer, over one hundred high school students come to Sarah Lawrence to experience rigorous academic and creative programs.

Our immersive one-, three-, and five-week non-credit programs in filmmaking, creative writing and social justice activism represent the strengths and talents of our faculty, making the experience of study and creation at Sarah Lawrence accessible in the summer. The programs meet students at their current talent and skill level, helping them develop and grow through individualized attention and the creation of original work. Residential options give pre-college students a taste of living on a college campus, while non-residential options offer scheduling flexibility. Rooted in the Sarah Lawrence College tradition of one-on-one interaction, students meet individually with faculty to draw out their best, most authentic work.

The Programs In partnership with the International Film Institute of New York, students in the Film Intensive spend five weeks creating an original film, learning the entire process of making a film, from screenwriting to editing. The curriculum fully engages participants from start to finish. Classes are designed to work closely together to ensure students are prepared to complete their films by the end of the program.

Designed to give high school students an immersive experience of Sarah Lawrence, the Social Justice Intensive provides students theoretical, historical, and present day perspectives on issues such as class, gender, sexuality, and race. Students learn, discuss, and apply knowledge by creating their own social justice-oriented blogs and artwork.

Bringing the best of Sarah Lawrence’s creative writing opportunities to high-schoolers, summer offers Writer’s Village, a writing program led by Sarah Lawrence’s celebrated writing faculty.

Participants spend three weeks immersed in fiction and poetry workshops, readings, craft talks, and free writing periods that supplement learning.

Original Work to Carry Forth Summer may fly by, but the experience of Sarah Lawrence stays with our students, giving each participant invaluable interpersonal connection to their faculty and peers, a creative outlet, and skills for self-expression that will prepare them for what’s next.

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{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } THE BOSTON LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Wellesley, MA

The Boston Leadership Institute offers award-winning summer STEM research programs at the Dana Hall School, a premier private preparatory and boarding school located in Wellesley, MA. Students develop high-level research skills and subject matter expertise that strengthen credentials valuable for college admissions, interviews, and essays. High achieving 8th graders through rising high school seniors apply and undergo a selective admissions process.

The Boston Leadership Institute was named among five top summer science programs in the country by New York Times subsidiary, about.com, in 2012 and was again included when the list was updated in 2015. The Boston Leadership Institute was named, Top 101 Best Summer Camp, appearing among three top academic summer programs on the 2013 list.

Programs are led by teachers who hold major teaching awards, teach at top ranked schools, and/or hold advanced degrees from universities such as Yale, Harvard, and Princeton. Students take advantage of Boston’s prime location to visit premier research universities such as Harvard and MIT as well as world-renowned hospitals. Boston contains one of the world’s heaviest concentrations of leading biotech and pharmaceutical companies and students tour these as well.

Graduates have been accepted by top universities all over the world, including Yale, Dartmouth, McGill, Tufts, Columbia, Michigan, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, and Cornell. Students from 35 states and 10 foreign countries enjoyed hands-on research programs last summer. Comparable numbers of males and females attend.

Dana Hall is located in Wellesley, MA, one of Boston’s most affluent suburbs, and is a 7 minute walk to the commuter rail providing access to downtown Boston. Fully equipped science labs contain state-ofthe-art features. For students choosing to board, dormitories are air-conditioned and contain kitchens. The beautifully landscaped campus contains beautiful playing fields, tennis courts, and basketball courts. The indoor recreational complex contains a 21,000-square-foot gymnasium with two NCAA regulation-size basketball courts; a threelane, suspended indoor track; an Aquatics Center featuring a 25-yard, six-lane pool; squash courts; and a large exercise room with pond-views.

Boarding students also enjoy weekend trips to Boston, the second most popular tourist destination in the country and a magnet for students.

Three-week STEM research programs are offered in Applied Physics Research; Biological Research; Biomedical and Surgical Research; Biomedical Research: Contagious Disease; Biomedical Research: Genetics and Clinical Trials; Chemistry Research; Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry Research; Engineering Research; Marine Biology; Neuroscience Research; and STEM Entrepreneurship.

Visit our website, bostonleadershipinstitute.com or call 617 283-4825.

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MULTICULTURALISM IN THE ARAB WORLD Forging Deep Bonds in Morocco

By Aidana (high school student) On the last day of our week living with a host family in Ait Ouahi, Morocco, I walked with my homestay mother to the bus that would take us to Fez. During the walk, she took my hand, and in that moment everything was said through our interlaced fingers. I realized this was not a goodbye, but the beginning of a wonderful friendship.

As we walked hand-in-hand, I heard some neighborhood children running behind us. The 15 other students and I had given them English lessons and they amazed me every day by picking up the language so quickly. Some of my favorite memories were playing silly games with them as their mothers

watched in amusement. My eyes filled with tears as we hugged and said our farewells.

I took in the beauty of the village and realized just how much I was going to miss it. I’ll never forget the smell of hay and lavender in the wind, the bees buzzing through the tree branches, and the view of the moon and a million stars shining in the clear night sky.

The Experiment in International Living has been the leader in cross-cultural education and experiential learning for high school students since 1932. The Experiment provides summer abroad programs for students who want to connect and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country. Participants explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme.

For more information visit Experiment.org

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FUEL YOUR SUMMER Summerfuel offers personalized adventures for students seeking a summer experience like no other. Our extensive range of programs encourages independence and friendship, striking the perfect balance between learning, exploration, and fun. We’re proud of our reputation for providing a high level of attention and care, for being pioneers in our field, and for finding exciting new ways to make each student’s summer unforgettable.

Summerfuel was founded with the goal of facilitating global understanding for high school students through unique educational summer programs. Today, our name has changed, but our mission has stayed the same. We continue to offer programs that emphasize cultural engagement, travel, exploration, recreation, language study, academic enrichment, social engagement, responsibility, independence and personal growth. Students who join our challenging pre-college programs at Tufts, Berkeley, Harvard, Stanford, Georgetown and Oxford or our authentic language and cultural immersion programs in France and Spain, develop essential skills that put them ahead of the game. All of our programs are designed to broaden academic and personal horizons, and we work thoughtfully to create opportunities for a truly diverse student population. We have been offering the best, most comprehensive student adventures since 1984, and we still know what students want from their summers today.

Ultimately our programs prepare students for a successful high school to college transition. Our students learn to balance academic social and extracurricular commitments. They enter college better prepared to make the most of their experience. Equally, Summerfuel offers high school students a unique way of visiting Europe. Rather than a whirlwind visit to major tourist destinations, we give students the chance to settle into one country and study its culture, language, people and traditions as an insider – not as a tourist. We invite you to join us and find out why thousands of students rate their summer with Summerfuel as their most rewarding and influential. summerfuel.com

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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY – SUMMER 2017 New York City, NY

Columbia University’s Summer Sessions offer the opportunity to take classes or begin a certificate program from across the University.

Taught by world-class faculty, courses are available in over 50 subject areas, including Arts, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Human Rights, International Affairs, Mathematics, Prelaw, and Statistics.

Summer is a terrific time to learn something new, advance careers, and meet like-minded people in the setting of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Each summer, Columbia attracts students already enrolled in degree programs, individuals looking to improve their knowledge in anticipation of applying for higher education programs, professionals who want to move toward the next step in their career, and seeking personal enrichment through Post baccalaureate studies.

Summer students have access to the state-of-the-art student center, gym and recreational facilities, as well as one of the most renowned library collections in the nation. The varying academic needs and backgrounds of students who attend the Summer Sessions make the community one of the most diverse and dynamic on campus.

Advisers help students customize a summer plan of action, whether they have their goals lined up and need a few more courses to fulfill them, or they’re starting a new career and want to deepen their knowledge in a field. Taking advantage of the resources of one of the world’s most esteemed universities can help any student reach his or her next step.

Columbia University’s Summer Session 1 runs from May 22– June 30, 2017, and Summer Session 2 from July 3–August 11, 2017.. To apply, see a complete summer calendar, and learn more about summer options at Columbia, visit sps.columbia.edu/ columbiasummer In addition to classes for visiting and returning students, Columbia University’s Summer Programs for High School Students offer highachieving students the opportunity to experience college life in the Ivy League while sampling the vibrancy of New York City as well as programs in Barcelona. All programs combine academic rigor and instructional excellence with lively extracurricular offerings and careful supervision and support.

To learn more and apply, visit sps.columbia.edu/hsp17

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More than 250 courses at two New York campuses, in Manhattan and the Bronx Fordham University invites visiting college students and rising high school seniors to catch up or get ahead this summer. Meet your goals with day and evening classes in two convenient locations, affordable tuition rates, and top-tier instruction. Because of Fordham’s strong academic reputation, credits usually transfer easily.

Looking for work experience? Fordham’s Summer in the City Internship Program helps students secure New York internships, receive credit, and make the most of their positions with valuable career guidance. Need to fulfill pre-med requirements? Fordham’s extensive offerings in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics help you stay on track for graduate or medical school applications.

Did you switch or add a major? Core and advanced classes in every discipline can help you catch up on requirements and graduate on time.

Special programs include the five-week Musical Theatre Summer Intensive, offered by Fordham’s renowned theatre department. The program includes intensive training in musical theatre, vocal technique, dance, acting, and theatre games. Classwork is brought to life by weekly attendance of Broadway, off-Broadway, and off-off Broadway shows Highlights for summer 2017: Taught by the former ambassador of Iraq to the United Nations, T. Hamid al Bayati, a course titled U.N. and Political Leadership will give students an inside track to learning about diplomacy. For those considering a career in law, the Fordham Pre-Law Institute will cover the fundamentals of the U.S. legal system and help students prepare for the law school admission process.

Pre-College Program Getting serious about applying to college? Consider the advantages of taking a class at Fordham this summer: You’ll earn transferable college credits, learn something new, strengthen your college applications, and gain real college experience in the classroom and beyond so you can choose the right school for you. This program is meant for the summer between junior and senior year of high school.

Think Summer, Think Fordham.

Call 718-817-4665 or visit fordham.edu/summer Fordham for High School Students Pre-College Program: July 5 –August 8, 2017 Manhattan, Bronx Make the most of the summer before your senior year: Earn college credit. Enroll in one of several exciting college courses and gain experience at a top-ranked research university close to home. Strengthen your college application with a proven record of your abilities.

Learn more at fordham.edu/summer

TASIS SCHOOLS’ SUMMER PROGRAMS

Explore, Dream, and Discover First-hand travel experiences serve to enrich the education and the lives of students of all ages. Attending one of the TASIS Schools’ Summer Programs enables students to expand their horizons, explore areas of interest, and make friends from around the world.

England For students ages 10-17, the TASIS England Summer Programs are widely recognized for the quality and strength of its academic, sports, and travel programs set within a caring and structured community with young people from over forty countries.

The program includes enrichment and academic courses such as Geometry, Creative Drawing, Sketching & 3-D Design, Fashion & Textile Design, International Business, TV Production, Photography in London, Introduction to Robotics, and more. Sports such as horseback riding, waterskiing, golf, tennis, and gliding are an integral part of the program, along with weekend trips and excursions to places of interest including London, Windsor, Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh, and Bath.

Switzerland Summer Programs are offered in sunny southern Switzerland for children aged 4½–18. Each summer, students from more than 50 nations come to the picturesque TASIS campus—perched on a hillside with commanding views of palm trees, Lake Lugano, and the Swiss Alps—to enjoy intensive language programs in French, German, and Italian; robust offerings in visual and performing arts (including the production of three original musicals each session); a wide variety of outdoor adventures in the region’s mountains, lakes, and rivers; and convenient access to many of Europe’s most beautiful locations.

Puerto Rico For students ages 12-18, the TASIS Dorado Summer Program offers tracks in Spanish Language and Culture or Marine Life and Environmental Studies. The program makes full use of the TASIS Dorado campus in the exclusive private community of Sabanera, Dorado and the nearby Dorado Beach Club, home to JeanMichel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment organization.

The wide range of excursions and activities complement the academic program. Students discover the cultural heritage and natural beauty of Puerto Rico with visits to destinations such as Old San Juan and El Yunque Tropical Rainforest.

France For students ages 13-18, Les Tapies Summer Art Programs offer a unique opportunity to study drawing, painting, architecture, photography, and art history in the South of France. The program is located in a beautifully restored 17th-century hamlet with spectacular views overlooking the Rhone Valley and the French Alps. The summer art workshops are located in the heart of Europe and offer exciting excursions to a variety of incredible destinations. tasissummer.org W E STO N MA G A Z I N E G ROUP.COM

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FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY

MARINE MILITARY ACADEMY

Nestled in the heart of central Virginia in a beautiful rural setting, Fork Union Military Academy is a unique sanctuary for learning and achievement. Founded in 1898, Fork Union has remained true to its mission for more than a century developing and inspiring young men in a demanding college preparatory environment, and challenging them to excel in the classroom, on the athletic fields, and in their daily lives.

Fork Union Military Academy’s rigorous admission standards, high academic expectations, and focus on achievement help outstanding young men develop, compete, and accomplish even more than they thought possible. In our safe and structured academic environment, based on Christian values, young men develop the qualities of character, self-discipline, respect, and leadership essential for success in life.

As a private school, we can structure our curriculum (such as our unique One Subject Plan for the Upper School) to meet the needs of our students. We can preserve our single-sex environment to remove social distractions that come with a coeducational school.

We can acknowledge and honor the Christian values that provide the moral compass for our daily lives.

As a boarding school, we can facilitate profound and long-lasting change in the life of a young man. Structure and discipline become the norms of his life, not merely the constraints he must put up with for the relatively few hours of his school day. Responsibility and respect for others are lessons learned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at Fork Union-not just for a few hours on weekdays.

Our success shows in the lives of our graduates, whether it is our 100% college acceptance rate, the hundreds of student-athletes who have gone on to play in college and at the professional level including two Heisman Trophy winners (Vinny Testaverde and Eddie George) and twelve NFL first-round draft picks, the more than three dozen seniors earning appointments to our nation’s top service academies in the past ten years, or well-known entrepreneurs like Kevin Plank, the founder of Under Armour.

We invite you to learn more about Fork Union Military Academy and all we have to offer boys in grades 7 through 12 as well as our one-year postgraduate program. Find out how your son can graduate with a high school and an Associate’s Degree through our partnership with Richard Bland Community College.

Visit us at forkunion.com or call us at 800-GO-2-FUMA (800-462-3862) to learn more.

Harlingen, TX

Marine Military Academy is a college-preparatory boarding school for young men in grades 8-12 with an optional post-graduate year.

Since 1965, MMA is the only private school in the world based on the traditions and values of the U.S. Marine Corps. Located in Harlingen, Texas, MMA has been home to thousands of sons from across the world and is quarters to the historic Iwo Jima Monument.

MMA’s purpose is to provide a comprehensive education and inspire positive academic, physical and moral growth in every boy. To achieve this, MMA provides a structured, disciplined and distraction-free setting for cadets to focus on their studies and acquire the inner tools for lifelong success. The proven educational model at MMA helps them earn higher grades, gain self-confidence and develop into leaders.

MMA was founded by Capt William A. Gary, an Arizona rancher and retired Marine Corps reservist. In the early 1960s, Capt Gary wanted to send his son to a school that embraced the ideology of the Marine Corps. He believed that the Marine Corps’ concepts of leadership, discipline and moral values could be successfully applied to a college-preparatory education. Capt Gary could not find such a school, so in 1963 he recruited a group of prominent Marines to start one.

Capt Gary and his supporters learned of a defunct Air Force base in Harlingen, Texas. The military base was used to train combat navigators during World War II. The Marines envisioned the base as a campus for an all-boys, military boarding school. Capt Gary and his team then began structuring the educational laboratory that would develop today’s young men into tomorrow’s leaders.

On September 9, 1965, MMA opened its doors to 58 cadets; six would comprise the first graduating class of 1966. Today, MMA is home to hundreds of young men from around the globe and is among the world’s top boarding schools for adolescent males.

MMA also offers a four-week, military adventure camp for school boys ages 12-18. MMA Summer Camp is highly physical and tightly structured. In 28 days, campers participate in more than 30 military challenges and sports — from archery to mud diving, from paintball to ziplining. MMA also offers a concurrent English immersion camp where boys learn English inside and outside the classroom.

To learn more about MMA or MMA Summer Camp, visit MMA-TX.org or MMA-TX.org/SummerCamp You may also contact Admissions at (956) 423-6006 or admissions@MMA-TX.org

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DAY AND BOARDING SCHOOLS

There is a leader in you. Find him at Hargrave.

As the only military school in Virginia to be named a National School of Character in 2016, Hargrave Military Academy is both a nationally and internationally-recognized premier college preparatory boarding school for boys from grade seven to postgraduate.

Since 1909, the academy’s four pillars of academics, spiritual growth, character development, and athletics have served as the foundation for the institution’s success.

Each pillar combines to form a complete and competitive individual who understands what it takes to succeed in today’s demanding, diverse society. Character traits for life that are instilled and discussed with Cadets include: trustworthiness, commitment, punctuality, respect, honesty and citizenship.

The competition for college acceptance has never been tougher, and students and their parents are constantly searching for ways to give themselves an edge in the process. Attending a military boarding school not only sets your college application apart from the rest, but it also provides the foundation for success after college and into the future.

The rigorous academic curriculum and low student to teacher ratios at boarding schools prepare students for success. The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) reports that 87% of boarding school students report being very well prepared for college academically, which is a greater percentage than those who attend private day or public schools.

Accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, and nationally-accredited by AdvancED, Hargrave provides a traditional classroom experience, as well as differentiated nontraditional learning. The Academy also provides opportunities for working with fellow students on teamwork projects and hands-on applications through the General Colin Powell Leadership and Ethics Program. This one of a kind multi-faceted program combines formal academic leadership studies with practical application.

Students have abundant opportunity to work through a variety of moral and ethical leadership scenarios, placing the student in the shoes of the actual decision makers and leaders.

The learning process is further enhanced with the incorporation of technology via the Technology Lab, allowing students to develop their computer skills as well as also offering the chance to work independently. The curriculum includes a foundation of courses that allow students to apply to small liberal arts colleges and state institutions, to highly-selective colleges and US Service Academies.

At Hargrave Military Academy, a community of educators and hardworking professionals believe that academic excellence means so much more than simply having good grades.

Hargrave Military Academ 200 Military Drive, Chatham, Virginia 24531 Main 434-432-2481 Hargrave.edu

RUMSEY HALL SCHOOL

Chatham, VA

Washington, CT

Mission: Rumsey Hall School is committed to a whole child approach to education and believes that teaching academics and teaching an attitude of mind are of equal importance. The School emphasizes effort as a criterion for success and is dedicated to helping each child develop toward his or her maximum stature as an educated person, a successful member of a family and a contributing member of a community.

Rumsey Hall School is an independent, coed, junior boarding and day school for boys and girls in Kindergarten through 9th Grade.

Situated in the foothills of Northwest Connecticut, the campus is surrounded by beautiful wooded hills and the scenic Bantam River. The 147-acre campus features a campus center, performing arts center, art gallery, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a stateof-the-art hockey rink, 11 academic buildings, 6 athletic fields and 9 dormitories. Students represent 24 surrounding communities, 15 states, 15 countries and 2 US Territories.

Rumsey approaches education as a thoughtful balance, providing the support, nurture and care that children need while presenting appropriate academic rigor. The curriculum teaches children to read, write and calculate proficiently in preparation for the challenges that await them in secondary school and college. Rumsey students learn to be organized, acquire knowledge, and apply these traits with a relentless creativity in their independent problem solving, while embracing the idea of “honor through effort.”

Rumsey Hall’s Athletic Program is based on a philosophy of honor through effort with hard work and steady effort resulting in a long tradition of success. Every student is required to participate in each of the three sports’ seasons. The program offers competitive and non-competitive sports that begin in 5th Grade through 9th Grade with several levels of teams to accommodate varying levels of skill.

The close relationships that develop between coaches and players are a special part of Rumsey Athletics, contributing to the Rumsey Spirit of the Blue Dog Teams.

Rumsey Hall’s dedicated faculty serve as teachers, advisors, coaches and mentors, preparing students in many disciplines within small classes, through a rewarding academic and residential life program and a wide range of athletics and extracurricular activities in a family atmosphere.

Since it’s inception, the School has retained its deep sense of camaraderie and school spirit, showing honesty, kindness and respect, good sportsmanship and good citizenship.

Admission Contact: Ben Tuff, Director of Admission 860-868-0535, admiss@rumseyhall.org

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AVON OLD FARMS

The Gow School is a college-prep boarding and day school for students, grades 7-12, with dyslexia and similar language-based learning disabilities. Focusing on small class sizes, 3-7 students per class, and a low 4:1 student to faculty ratio, The Gow School offers a

Nestled among Cotswold-inspired architecture on 860 acres in the Farmington Valley, Avon Old Farms stands as the leader in preparing young men for higher education. The school’s founder, Theodate Pope Riddle, was one of America’s first, successful, female architects, and she serves as the cornerstone of our school’s motto, Aspirando et Perseverando – To Aspire and to Persevere. Mrs. Riddle’s fortitude and vision in 1927 created the groundwork for an institution that challenges boys in the pursuit of knowledge and self-improvement.

Throughout this process, students find unwavering support and create fraternal bonds that will last a lifetime.

At the core of the Avon Old Farms experience are dedicated and passionate teachers that understand the intricacy of educating boys.

Teachers demonstrate expertise in their disciplines, and they also contextualize learning; this helps students to explore meaningful roles as men in today’s complex society. Small classes allow teachers to cater to the learning needs of each individual. As relational learners, boys derive tremendous benefit from faculty that serves as advisors, teachers, mentors, and coaches.

Athletics is an honored tradition at Avon Old Farms where boys learn the value of teamwork, dedication, and sportsmanship.

Experienced coaches, state of the art facilities, strong competition, and countless athletes at the collegiate and professional level shoulder our athletic program. Each year, Avon Old Farms competes as one of the best programs in the United States.

Avon Old Farms possesses a top-tier curriculum in visual and performing arts. Our rich and varied programs provide many opportunities for boys to express themselves creatively. From our top choral group, the Riddlers, to our exquisite visual artists, students are consistently honored on local, regional, and national levels for their talent. Avon Old Farms is a special place for young men to explore drawing, painting, singing, or acting.

The College Counseling Office is fully engaged with every student, which allows us to be one of the most successful college preparatory schools in single-sex education. We identify and facilitate the proper matches between Avon students and institutions of higher learning.

The foundation of Avon Old Farms, and all that the school offers, will always be rooted in our core values of brotherhood, scholarship, integrity and sportsmanship; these lessons are fundamental to success at Avon and stay with our graduates for a lifetime.

Avon Old Farms School: 500 Old Farms Road, Avon, CT 06001 800-464-2866 AvonOldFarms.com

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multisensory approach to teaching that enables dyslexic students to thrive. The Gow community has a sense of belonging, of equality, and of connection born on common trials and shared triumph.

Gow has a start fast, finish strong mentality and students typically start to see progress soon after they step foot in our classrooms.

Progress typically comes quickly, soon after they invest themselves in the program. At the School’s core is a structured program designed to help students navigate the academic day and a daily schedule designed to keep students busy. Between a packed class schedule, after-school sports, study hall and Saturday classes, there is little unprogrammed time.

The School is settled on a 120 acre campus which gives our students plenty of room to learn and play. Boarding school life does not always allow lots of free time, but it has plenty of room for fun. It is precisely because students are so involved – playing sports, going on trips, and hanging out with each other – they get the most out of the rich residential experience.

In July, the school’s co-ed summer program is five weeks of learning and fun for ages 8-16! The Gow School Summer Program is for students who have been experiencing academic difficulties, or have been diagnosed with dyslexia or specific learning disabilities.

The Summer Program runs from the end of June to early August with morning academics, afternoon fun and games and weekend adventures! The Gow School Summer Program gives students academic tools and self-confidence they can take with them wherever they go; to the classroom and beyond.

By combining a structured program and environment with flexibility, individualization, and room for fun, Gow provides a rich school experience that is precisely what dyslexic students need to learn and to enjoy learning. gow.org

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{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } FORMAN SCHOOL

THE GOVERNOR’S ACADEMY

Founded in 1930, Forman School is a coeducational college preparatory school for grades 9-12 and PG exclusively dedicated to empowering bright students who learn differently. Forman’s expert faculty, with specific training in teaching students with learning differences, deliver unparalleled education for bright, academically motivated students with identified learning differences such as dyslexia, other language-based learning disabilities, executive function difficulties, or attention deficits.

Forman develops the whole student, based on his or her unique learning profile, so that every graduate becomes an educated, confident, self-advocate throughout life. In a traditional boarding school setting, students are guided in learning strategies by specialists who are also coaches, mentors, and dorm parents. With a student-faculty ratio of 4:1, students move outside their comfort zone and explore new ideas with the support of others in this close-knit community. Forman’s 100% college placement rate reflects the reignited passion for learning our students experience at the School.

Hailing from 23 states and 15 countries, the diverse community interacts closely in a familystyle atmosphere with an active student life program.

On the School’s picturesque New England campus in Litchfield, Connecticut, Forman’s 210 students make use of the 125-acre grounds including four athletic fields, a gymnasium, rock climbing wall, state-of-the-art science center, Ingenuity Lab, and dormitories. A new Visual and Performing Arts Center is currently being built and will enhance Forman’s artistic opportunities beginning this fall.

Forman’s Institute for Cognition and Learning is a leader in efforts to raise awareness about different learning styles and improve outcomes for students with learning differences. Through individual tutoring utilizing research-based strategies, each student is given the attention, skills, and confidence to succeed. As a one-to-one iPad school, students use assistive technology and apps for brainstorming, reading, and organization.

Outside of the classroom, executive function skills are improved through lifestyle changes such as planning a routine in the morning, organizing dorm rooms, and initiating tasks like homework.

Outside of the standard academic year, Forman also offers a four-week Summer Program for students who would benefit from an individualized approach to learning entering grades 7-11.

Students attend classes and workshops, where they discover their learning styles, self-advocacy, research-proven strategies, and executive function skills. Afternoon activities include jewelry making, boat building, athletics, ropes course, theater, horseback riding, fishing, and more.

Forman recognizes that learning is an active, dynamic process, and a multi-sensory approach is applied in the classroom.

Learn more at formanschool.org

The oldest continuously operating boarding school in the United States. College preparatory, coed, grades 9-12, boarding and day.

From our first headmaster in 1763 who encouraged students to study aloud rather than insisting on the traditional silence in the classroom, we’ve embraced change to remain relevant. Because this isn’t just about the next four years. It’s about the promise of what can happen after that.

We’ve always wanted more for our students.

Citizen leaders Accountability, responsibility, and cooperation form an unwritten curriculum at Governor’s that has produced generations of leaders.

Our earliest graduates shaped a young nation. Today graduates continue to lead as CEOs, policymakers, engineers, entrepreneurs, physicians, teachers, scientists, and more.

An environmental focus What does innovation mean at Governor’s? Fish radio frequency tags, for starters. Our Massachusetts location four miles from the Atlantic Ocean is a testing ground for environmental stewardship and research.

A 5:1 student-faculty ratio Our faculty members are interesting, passionate people, including editors of award-winning journals, National Science Foundation grant recipients, nationally recognized artists, an Olympic rower, and a bestselling author. All are dedicated to bringing out the best in teenagers.

Intellect We challenge each student to ponder, process, and shape the discourse in small, discussion-based classes. The academic program includes honors, advanced, and AP classes in all departments, as well as research partnerships with Harvard and MIT, demanding standards in writing and critical analysis, internships, and five languages to study.

Creativity Outstanding facilities and an excellent faculty support a wide range of arts opportunities, from innovative freshman courses to advanced study in art and architecture, film and photography, ceramics, music, drama, technical theater and dance.

Strength Governor’s athletic teams are known for their championship titles. Our facilities rival those at small colleges, and we’re home to some of the best athletes in Massachusetts, many of whom go on to nationally ranked college teams.

A global view Governor’s invaluable global outlook inspires exchange and study abroad programs, course offerings and class activities. Motivated students from 23 states and 19 countries—two thirds boarders and one third day—form a unique synthesis of cultures in a small town setting.

Helping young people discover who they are and who they could be is what we’re all about at Governor’s.

Always has been. Always will be. Always Governor’s.

Arrange a visit: 978.465.1763 or admissions@govsacademy.org 1 Elm Street, Byfield, MA 01922 thegovernorsacademy.org

Litchfield, CT

Byfield, MA

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New York, NY/ Whippany, NJ/ Norwalk, CT

People don’t always learn in predictable ways, which is why Winston Preparatory School (WPS) is committed to reaching all kinds of learners. Students often come to one of our campuses in the tri‐state area after struggling in traditional school settings.

Many of these students, ranging from fourth to twelfth grade (and their new Transitions program young adults!), have been diagnosed with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, executive functioning difficulties, ADHD, and nonverbal learning disorders. At WPS, the faculty assesses and understands students where they are, helps them advance at a meaningful pace, and teaches them to move forward independently.

The research‐based education model used by the WPS faculty has been shown to profoundly expand the possibilities for students with learning disabilities. Providing a fundamental shift in the process of education at every level of the school organization, WPS faculty and leading educational experts have designed and implemented a model that reflects the best practices in the field, as well as research in learning, teaching, neuropsychology, and school climate. The results? Our specialized academic process typically results in more than 90 percent of WPS students being admitted to college.

WPS’s mission is to “facilitate the independence and meaningful participation of students with specific learning disorders through a Continuous Feedback System that develops skill acquisition and the Qualities of a Sustainable and Independent Learner. WPS also seeks to influence the field of education with research and implementation models that achieve these ends, in this way.” This means that the leaders and faculty at WPS are working within a model that requires educators and students to assess, understand, and design curriculum (and all aspects of the school experience) based on individualized understanding, and to continually re‐evaluate the program. This model focuses not only on skill development, but also the development of characteristics that lead to independence such as resilience, self‐advocacy, and self‐ regulation.

The science behind WPS is how we understand and help students.

To help students with learning problems we must be experts in learning and cognition. We are also compelled to be active leaders in bridging the gap between research and practice. At WPS we research so that we can understand, we understand so that we can individualize each child’s school experience, and we do so in a way that makes this school all about them. As we understand them as individuals, they begin to feel understood–and this is where the Winston Prep magic begins.

Please visit: winstonprep.edu to learn more and join us for an upcoming Open House.

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FUSION ACADEMY

Fusion Academy is a revolutionary private middle and high school where positive relationships unlock academic potential. We are a non-traditional community of learning with the smallest class size possible: one student and one teacher per classroom. This allows us to personalize and customize curriculum for each student’s unique strengths, interests, and learning style. We are also able to personalize scheduling; students may enroll at any time (even during the summer) and take classes at a time of day that works best for them.

Our supportive staff and campus environment provide a safe space for students to flourish emotionally, socially, and academically. It includes a state-of-the-art recording studio and a mixed-media art studio for students to express their creativity. Our Homework Café® is where students complete all their homework before they leave for the day with help and supervision from a teacher.

Classes are offered at three levels: essential, college prep, and honors. From algebra to yoga and everything in between, we have a wide variety of classes to choose from. Students can enroll full-time, take classes for credit, or utilize our tutoring services. In addition to academics, we partner with outside therapeutic professionals to support students’ emotional health and help foster a balanced life.

While it’s impossible to put our students into categories, we generally serve students with the following backgrounds: ADHD, accelerated/gifted learners, dyslexia, mild learning differences, social challenges, school anxiety, or students with challenging schedules.

Students who attend Fusion have one thing in common: traditional school isn’t working.

Fusion has over 30 campuses across the country in California, Connecticut, Illinois, New Jersey, New York and Texas. This year we will also be opening schools in Washington D.C. and Virginia. To find your nearest campus, visit FusionAcademy.com/campuses.

Chevie, a parent at our Dallas, TX campus, says “I’m so grateful for Fusion and what its done for my son. He suffers from anxiety and some learning differences… [The staff has] done an amazing job of getting to know him and teaching him in a way that engages him. The entire staff welcomes him and he finally feels like he fits in. He loves the one on one with the teachers and is able to learn at his pace. Fusion has saved his life and brought happiness back into his school world.”

Connect with us at FusionAcademy.com to learn more.

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FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL

The IDEAL School of Manhattan is the only independent, inclusion school in NYC dedicated to creating a diverse community in kindergarten through grade twelve. IDEAL’s mission is to affirm and accept the full identities of all people, while inspiring academic excellence, creative leadership, and a desire to build a more just and equitable world.

Experienced teachers challenge and inspire students to grow as individuals and leaders, in and out of the classroom. Within the context of collaborative and welcoming community and classrooms, the IDEAL education is tailored to each learner. By teaching in collaborative teams, keeping class sizes small, identifying each student’s learning style, differentiating instruction, and offering a range of classes as students progress through the program, creativity and critical thinking skills are fostered. A robust curriculum, focus on cooperative learning, unique enrichment programs, and partnerships with cultural institutions ensure a strong academic foundation.

In Lower School, general educators and learning specialists coteach small classes, allowing exciting and differentiated lessons, providing flexible groupings, and guiding students to have fun while expressing themselves with confidence and clarity in our artsinfused, interdisciplinary curriculum. In Middle School, students gain confidence, take healthy risks, and develop academic skills through a core program that challenges and inspires each learner, including foundational to advanced classes with faculty that includes both learning specialists and general educators where appropriate.

The High School gives students an opportunity to map a personalized academic program and goals with an advisor while participating in athletics and arts. The curriculum becomes more individualized with a range of foundational and advanced courses, and students participate in IDEAL’s three-year signature RISE Program, in which they study the challenges and opportunities of groups in NYC and pursue an internship and research project.

IDEAL’s commitment to inspiring excellence in all students cultivates empathy and collaboration. With the confidence that comes from being known and celebrated, students not only strive for excellence in their own academic and personal pursuits, but they also support and cheer on their peers in their endeavors and accomplishments. Traditions such as Community Time and Upper School Advisory, in combination with our integrated social justice curriculum, teach students to work as a team and equip them with the skills to advocate for themselves and others. IDEAL nurtures kind and joyful students who are prepared to give back to the community and to be empathetic and thoughtful leaders in our 21st century society.

TheIDEALSchool.org 314 W. 91st Street, NYC, 10024 (212) 769-1699

The French-American School of New York is the only school in the tristate area offering its students to prepare either for the International Baccalaureate (DP program) or for the French Baccalaureate, in addition to graduating them with a New York State High School Diploma. This international and bilingual school located in Westchester County, NY provides a global education to approximately 850 students in Nursery (3 years old) through Grade 12.

The school boasts a bilingual immersion program in Nursery (3 years old) through Kindergarten, bringing children fluency in French and English. In grades 1 through 10, students follow a rigorous bilingual program which combines and exceeds the standards of official French and best-in-class American curricula. In grades 11 and 12, students have the option to take either the IB Diploma Program track taught in English or bilingually, or to continue with the French Baccalaureate track taught in French or bilingually.

The strong Arts, Music and Athletics programs along with many clubs ensure a well-rounded education and encourage leadership. The community of teachers and students represents over 50 nationalities, and the fabric of the school is one of tolerance, acceptance, and appreciation of diversity. French and American school life traditions are mixed, creating a warm and engaging experience for the students.

A strong Community Service program, international educational trips, and a team of counselors who interact daily with the students contribute to the development of balanced and caring individuals.

FASNY’s mission to educate internationally minded students occurs within the context of a track record of academic excellence.

Its average SAT scores are well above the national and independent schools average, and its French Baccalaureate results places it at the top of the FrenchAmerican schools in North America. Each year FASNY sends students to the best colleges and universities.

Since its first graduating class in 2009, its acceptance list has included: Cambridge, Columbia, Harvard, Imperial College, London School of Economics, MIT, Oxford, Princeton, Sciences-Po, Stanford, UC Berkeley, University College London and Yale.

FASNY is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization, the French Ministry of Education, and the New York State Association of Independent Schools. With campuses located in Westchester County, FASNY is just 20 miles north of Manhattan (35 minutes from Grand Central Station by train) and 9 miles south of Greenwich, Connecticut. fasny.org admissions@fasny.org (914) 250-0401

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Hopkins is an independent, coeducational day school of 714 students in grades 7-12. Located on a 108-acre campus overlooking New Haven, the School takes pride in its distinguished faculty and a dedicated staff. We define ourselves as a community of civility and learning, one that educates students from diverse backgrounds to a full measure of their talents and humanity. Together, we seek to: • develop in our young people the habits of mind of scholars as the foundation for a lifelong love of learning • foster the courage to live and think as distinct individuals who embrace their responsibilities in the larger world • expose every student to the deep satisfaction that derives from service to others • enlarge the educational experience to include the creative joy and aesthetic sensibility of the artist, and the vitality and competitive spirit of the athlete • provide, through the School’s advisers, the wisdom and goodwill necessary to guide our young people to confident self-reliance • nurture the development of character essential to leading a rich and purposeful life These tenets are made manifest in the daily life of the School and in the hopes and ambitions we share as an educational community.

Taken as a whole, these values provide us both definition and direction as we strive to fulfill Hopkins’ mission.

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THE BEACON SCHOOL Stamford, CT

The Beacon School is an individualized day school for intellectually curious students in grades 3-12. Centrally located in Stamford’s historic Hubbard Heights neighborhood, Beacon features an enriched educational program with small classes, a 4:1 studentteacher ratio, and an inspirational mission to help students “find their own light.”

“Families come to Beacon because they are looking for a school where their child can truly thrive as an individual,” says Head of School John Manganiello. “From our personalized academic, enrichment, and support programs to our nurturing, studentcentered environment, we celebrate kids for who they are while challenging them to realize their full potential.”

With endless opportunities to explore topics beyond the curriculum, engage in hands-on learning, and work creatively and collaboratively, Beacon can be a revelation for students who are disengaged or under challenged in traditional classrooms. Its academic model encompasses a range of needs to help students build skills while keeping even the most advanced learners challenged. Enrichment programs abound; students design their individualized schedules by selecting from a menu of activities to complement their core academics, including theater, robotics, creative writing, computer programming, scientific research, visual and performing arts, and much more. Faculty members are known for being enthusiastic mentors, combining subject expertise with a genuine enthusiasm for lifelong learning.

Beacon welcomes students who break the mold, including those who need access to above-gradelevel material in areas of strength as well as targeted support programs in areas of weakness. One common focus is executive functions and study skills. According to Mr. Manganiello, “I meet many bright, curious students who love learning but struggle to plan, organize, and prioritize the countless tasks required in classrooms today. At Beacon, these students benefit from our unique combination of strengths-based education and skills-based coaching.”

Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Beacon prides itself on being a school where students are free to be themselves, take risks, and explore passions. Equal emphasis is placed on challenge, support, compassion, and the development of higher order thinking skills. Through responsive instruction in a community of inquisitive learners, Beacon students achieve academic excellence while following their own paths.

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{ I N D EPE N D E N T S C H OO L G U I D E } TRINITY-PAWLING SCHOOL Pawling, NY

The goal of a Trinity-Pawling education is to unlock the potential for greatness that exists in each boy. The School pursues this goal through a vigorous learning environment that emphasizes 21st century skills such as innovation, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. A commitment to experiential learning acknowledges the research that has proven to be successful for boys. The camaraderie of “brotherhood” is enhanced by educators and students who are dedicated to building a culture of excellence and honor. The Trinity-Pawling learning experience combines a timeless commitment to character with a dedication to prepare young men for an ever-changing world.

Trinity-Pawling is located on 150 acres overlooking the Hudson River Valley, just 90 minutes north of New York City.

The Campus includes turf and grass athletic fields, an all-weather track, tennis courts, squash courts, hockey rink, a contemporary art center with 400-seat theater, and a state-of-the-art science and technology wing of the academic building. A 20,000 square foot expansion to our current athletic facility is currently underway. Trinity-Pawling’s new Smith Field House is expected to open by the winter of 2017.

With 90% of faculty living on campus, students learn and grow in a close-knit community. Students are guided by teachers who are also their coaches and dorm parents, establishing strong facultystudent collaboration and providing for 24/7 learning. TrinityPawling serves 300 boys in grades 7-12 and offers a postgraduate program. The School offers over 100 academic courses and 20 AP courses, competition in 13 New England Founders League sports, and a diverse menu of activities, clubs, and trips allowing students to explore many interests.

Trinity-Pawling’s Center for Learning Achievement houses a number of support services to assist students in reaching their academic potential. Specific instructional programs are available for students who have language-based learning differences, and for students with executive function difficulties. Inspired by inquiry, our Learning Labs are the unofficial help desks of Trinity-Pawling.

One of the School’s most distinctive attributes is the Effort System, which began 45 years ago. Each boy at Trinity-Pawling is assessed for the effort he devotes to a given endeavor: academics, athletics, dormitory responsibilities, civic engagement, attendance, and extracurricular programs. The learning objective inherent in this ethos of effort is to teach boys that the more they invest of themselves the greater their accomplishments will be.

JP Burlington, Director of Admissions 845-855-4825 700 Route 22 Pawling, NY 12564 admissions@trinitypawling.org trinitypawling.org

HIGHER EDUCATION CLARK UNIVERSITY Worcester, MA

The college that changes lives – Founded in 1887, Clark is committed to scholarship and inquiry that address social and human imperatives on a global scale. Located in the heart of New England—Worcester, Massachusetts—Clark enrolls approximately 2,200 undergraduate and 1,100 graduate students and is featured in Loren Pope’s book, “Colleges That Change Lives.” Clark students are passionate about ideas, events and causes beyond themselves; they embrace issues and take action. They regard the status quo and say, “We can do better.”

Transformative force in higher education – Clark has emerged as a leader in higher education. LEEP (Liberal Education and Effective Practice), our pioneering model of education, combines life-changing world and workplace experiences with a robust liberal arts curriculum. Through LEEP, you will confront complex problems, collaborate with faculty, learn directly from industry experts, and explore topics of global consequence.

Internationally recognized for academics, entrepreneurship, and value – Recent rankings that acknowledge Clark’s growing reputation include U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges, #74 in National Universities; Forbes, #16 in America’s Most Entrepreneurial Universities; Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, #29 in Best Values in Private Colleges; and Princeton Review, #16 in Top Schools for Making an Impact.

A dynamic community with global insight – You’ll be known by name and face, as the Clark student-to-faculty ratio is 10:1 and the average class size is 21 students. With approximately 900 international students, faculty members and scholars, from more than 80 countries, you will also encounter a variety of cultures, traditions, religions, political ideologies and people in the community. Some of the most popular majors at Clark are Psychology, Biology, Geography, International Development and Social Change, Political Science, and Business Management.

Tuition-free Accelerated B.A./Master’s Degree Program – With its excellent graduate programs and research institutes, Clark University can offer you a unique cost-saving opportunity. If you work hard and meet the eligibility requirements, in five years you can earn both a bachelor’s and an accelerated master’s degree from one of 14 different programs with the fifth-year tuition-free.

Make a difference in a world hungry for change – At Clark, you will develop creativity, adaptability, resilience, persistence, and more, which enable you to translate your passions and studies into a remarkable career and a purposeful life. You will graduate with the skills employer’s demand and the world needs, prepared to live the University’s motto: “Challenge Convention. Change Our World.”

Clark University: 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA. 800/462-5275 or 508/793-7431 admissions@clarku.edu clarku.edu

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It’s all about discovering your talents, and putting them into action around you. Because at Trinity-Pawling, no one sits on the sidelines. Get ready, go far.

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— Jon Levine ’16, Princeton University

Located between Philadelphia and New York City, The Hun School of Princeton is nestled on an idyllic forty-five acre campus, less than two miles from downtown Princeton and Princeton University.

The hun School of PrinceTon Experience a dynamic community where learning is a passion and each day is infused with a spirit of joy. We prepare students for college and life, with a skill-based curriculum that weaves innovative, student-centered learning opportunities within the context of a challenging STEM and humanities curriculum. We also believe that we do our best work when we are able to find joy in the process, through meaningful relationships and individualized opportunities.

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Study Skills • Sports • Academics • Technology Summer sessions at Hopkins are open to everyone. In age-appropriate, six-week sessions, students in grades 3-12 engage in amazing learning experiences on the

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“It’s where I learned to be me.”

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Forman is a coed college prep school for bright students who learn differently. The confidence our students develop through academics, the arts, and 26 competitive athletic offerings leads to 100% college acceptance. Grades 9-PG. To learn about our Summer Program, go to: formanschool.org/summer

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In our diverse and inclusive K–12 community and within our robust academic program, IDEAL students recognize their potential to effect change and are equipped with the tools to do so. They strive for excellence in and out of the classroom and recognize and draw out the potential for excellence in their peers. They possess the self-awareness to advocate for themselves and the compassion to stand behind others. They not only appreciate but also seek out difference, understanding that only in community are we IDEAL.

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For more than 80 years, The Experiment has sent groups of young leaders abroad to build a deep understanding of critical global issues and foster cross-cultural relationships. The Experiment offers 33 programs in 25 countries, which feature themes including sustainability and the environment; arts and social change; language and cultural discovery; leadership training; and peace, politics and human rights.

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Gow is a college preparatory, boarding and day school, grades 7-12, for students with dyslexia and related language based learning disabilities.

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In the classroom, as well as outside, Avon Old Farms School inspires excellence.

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French-American School of New York Growing Global Citizens

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Accepting non-French speakers: • In Nursery, Pre-K and Kindergarten: Bilingual immersion • In High school: IB Diploma Programme taught in English

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June 24, 2017 – July 15, 2017 For Students Ages 12-18

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS The TASIS Dorado Summer Program offers tracks in Spanish Language study or Marine Life and Environmental Studies. The program makes full use of the TASIS Dorado campus in the exclusive private community of Dorado Beach and the nearby Dorado Beach Clu Club, home to Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment organization, which in is partnership with TASIS.

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International Summer Programmes 9 July – 19 August 2017

Study at the University of Cambridge this summer Over the centuries, the University has helped to shape and change the world through groundbreaking ideas and extraordinary discoveries: 96 of its affiliates have won Nobel Prizes. Our open-access programmes reflect this mix of tradition and innovation. They are delivered at university level and geared towards undergraduates, graduates and other adults of all ages and backgrounds. Over 170 courses make up the programmes which run from one to six weeks and are taught by leading Cambridge academics and guest subject specialists. Classroom sessions are supplemented by themed plenary lectures, general-interest evening talks, visits and practicals.

You can choose to stay in one of four historic Cambridge Colleges and get to know fellow students at meals in magnificent dining halls. A range of excursions and social activities will help you become familiar with Cambridge in a way that few are privilged to experience. Long summer days will allow time to explore the Colleges and vibrant city centre, relax in a punt on the river, enjoy a traditional English tea at Grantchester and attend concerts and ceilidhs. Why not join us this summer and become part of our truly international community?

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Summer at Smith

Precollege Programs for High School Girls Open to girls entering grades 9 through 12 in the fall of 2017.

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“I liked the ability to take my learning into my own hands.

Getting to work at the college level and having access to Smith’s resources was really amazing.”

—2016 summer student

“ I made lots of great friends from different backgrounds and around the country. I worked in a real lab and got different experiences than I would have in high school.”

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Individual. Global. Exceptional.

Smith College’s rigorous summer Precollege Programs give high school girls the freedom to explore challenging subjects—without the pressure of exams and grades.

Here, professors who are world-class scholars offer personal attention in the classroom to college-bound girls while encouraging their interests and passions and helping them develop new academic skills.

Smith Summer Precollege Programs 30 Belmont Ave., Room 201 Northampton, MA 01063 413-585-2165 or 413-585-4455 Fax 413-585-4344 Email: Summerprecollege@smith.edu

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SUMMER PROGRAMS SPEND YOUR SUMMER AT SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE Residential and commuter options available.

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July 3–8

Immerses students (age 14+) in the craft of writing through workshops, readings, craft talks, and free writing exercises.

Offers high school writers an opportunity to explore the creative process with skilled writers and artists, and to experience the joys of writing in a supportive environment.

SUMMER FILM INTENSIVE June 25–July 29

Run in collaboration with the International Film Institute of New York, this program offers students of all ages hands-on experience in writing, directing, production, and postproduction.

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PRE - COLLEGE SOCIAL JUSTICE WORKSHOP July 9–29

Immerses high school students into the world of social justice activism. Students will learn about and perform activism through social media, visual art, performance, and creative writing. Examining current events will provide opportunity to dialog around diversity, race, gender, and other issues through an intersectional lens.

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Clark University alumnus Matt Goldman ’83, M.B.A. ’84, motivates himself with three words:

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MAKE IDEAS REAL. In 1987 that simple mission statement drove him to co-found Blue Man Group, whose raucous and wry stagecraft turned the troupe’s signature art into a cultural touchstone.

The same spirit for inventive enterprise that drives Matt Goldman recently earned Clark a #16 ranking on Forbes magazine’s list of the nation’s most entrepreneurial research universities.

Matt and his partners have since turned their energies to Blue School, the Manhattan elementary and middle school he co-founded in 2007.

The school reimagines education in a changing world by creating communities of learners “who use courageous and innovative thinking to build a harmonious and sustainable world.”

Matt exemplifies the Clark University motto, “Challenge Convention.

Change Our World,” which inspires all Clarkies to make ideas real.

Here, we regard the status quo and say, “We can do better.” Can you?

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GET A NEW YORK CITY JUMPSTART ON YOUR COLLEGE CAREER THIS SUMMER!

The Wagner College Summer Pre-College Program for High School Students Experience New York City while earning valuable college credit and living on a beautiful campus.

Wagner College is nationally known for our educational model, the Wagner Plan for the Practical Liberal Arts. The Wagner Plan is your bridge connecting the campus to New York City to your goals for tomorrow.

718-390-3221 • lifelong-learning@wagner.edu

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summer-stem.cooper.edu @cusummerstem

STEM PROGRAM

The Albert Nerken School of Engineering at The Cooper Union has been preparing high school students to pursue undergraduate careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields for over 25 years. The Summer STEM Program is an intensive experience that immerses students in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving, thereby placing them on the right track for careers in technological innovation. Students work closely with Cooper Union faculty on projects ranging broadly from robotics, digital fabrication, computer programming and app development to biomedical and genetic engineering, improved urban infrastructure and even race car design.

DESIGN YOUR SUMMER AT RISD 2017 SUMMER PROGRAMS RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN

JU N E 26 –AU GU ST 4

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

RISD PRE-COLLEGE COLLEGE LEVEL STUDENTS AND BEYOND

SUMMER STUDIES ART + DESIGN COURSES TEXTILES SUMMER INSTITUTE SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIES

risd.edu/summer

columbia summer

Study at Columbia University More than 50 areas of study to explore and endless opportunities to discover for: UNDERGRADUATES

| GRADUATE STUDENTS | ADULTS & PROFESSIONALS

SUMMER SESSIONS Session 1 Session 2

May 22 – June 30 July 3 – August 11

For more information, go to

SPS.COLUMBIA.EDU/COLUMBIASUMMER

The Boston College Experience EXPERIENCE COLLEGE LIFE. IMAGINE YOUR FUTURE.

A summer experience for highly motivated high school students; a program dedicated to study, self-discovery, and service.

SUMMER 2017

WWW.BC.EDU/BCE

BROWN | Pre-College

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Challenge Yourself with Ivy League Academics

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Prepare to Succeed in a College Environment

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Meet Exceptional Students from Around the World

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More than 300 Academic Courses

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College Credit Courses

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Sessions 1 to 7 Weeks in Length

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STEM Programs for Middle and High School Students

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Summer Sports Camps

www.brown.edu/summer

Make the most of the summer before your senior year.

Fordham for High School Students

Pre-College Program July 5–August 8

Manhattan and the Bronx

Earn college credits.

Enroll in one of several exciting college courses and gain experience at a topranked research university close to home.

Strengthen your college applications with a proven record of your abilities.

Learn more at fordham.edu/summer.

In our diverse and inclusive K–12 community and within our robust academic program, IDEAL

The IDEAL School has limited openings for fall 2017 in select grade levels for qualified candidates.

Join us on June 10 for our Community Building Block Party event!

314 West 91st Street New York, NY 10024

Sign up for a Tuesday Talk and Tour to learn more about our program.

For further information, contact us at admissions@theidealschool.org or 212-769-1699.