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Noteworthy and interesting observations of boarding schools, school programs, groups of schools and boarding school life that catch our eye.

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Boarding Schools on Twitter

A list of US & Canadian boarding schools on Twitter!

Western Individualism Alive & Well in California Boarding Schools

In California boarding schools, families and students find serious schools that tend more toward individualism- embracing and embodying cultural diversity and encouraging of individual exploration.

Going to Boarding School?

Preparing to go to prep school in the fall? Consider these recommendations before you head out to school in September.

Boarding Schools in the South: A Broad Array of Opportunities & Perspectives

Boarding schools in the South offer many special opportunities and advantages to families considering boarding school.

Asheville School Creates Unique Approach to Teaching Humanities

Asheville School's humanities program combines history, literature, music, art history, religion and architecture into one classroom.

What Makes a Progressive Boarding School

A brief primer into the traits & qualities of progressive education in boarding schools.

The Webb Schools’ Distinctive Coed Environment

Separate, safe arenas give voice, growth and expression to Webb boys and girls.

Boarding School Orientation: Building Relationships

Boarding school orientation and your attitude toward it are what’s important. Like so many other things, orientation is a process. Attend everything and begin building positive relationships- your modus operandi for your arrival and life at school.

What to Bring to Boarding School

10 suggestions to keep in mind as you prepare for your first year in boarding school.

Boarding School in Hawai'i? Seriously? Yes.

Hawai'i Preparatory Academy (HPA) offers a wealth of island specific and educational opportunities to boarding school students the world over.

Equestrian Boarding Schools

AQ profiles five boarding schools that offer a range of competitive equestrian & horseback riding programs.

Why Idyllwild Arts Academy

An IAA alum explains her decision to attend the school and what the Idyllwild Art experience meant to her.

Subiaco Academy Lives its Mission

Subiaco Academy recently celebrated its 121st graduation and, today, the school does exactly what its founders laid out 121 years ago- serve- with a focus on providing strong educational opportunities

Boarding Schools in the Mountains

A look at three boarding schools in the mountains that maximize on their location, providing unique educational and recreational opportunities.

Dedicated Study of the Arts in a Boarding School

A look at a group of boarding schools that offer artistic pursuit beyond the traditional liberal arts curriculum.

School Voices - Tilton School, Tilton, NH

An interview with Margaret Allen, Academic Dean, Tilton School, Tilton, NH

School Profile: Storm King School

Risk & participation takes Storm King School graduates into the future.

Boarding Schools by the Beach

Boarding Schools by the beach or Boarding Schools near the beach? They're common search phrases that we see bouncing around the web and this site. Made us wonder why.

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Touring CA Boarding Schools

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