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AdmissionsQuest's Boarding School Podcast provides firsthand insights into the boarding school world. Hear students, parents, teachers and administrators talk about the great opportunities in boarding schools. Add it to your iTunes today and learn more at www.AdmissionsQuest.com! The Boarding School Podcast is an AdmissionsQuest publication.
Solebury School Connects Real World Events to Learning
by Peter Baron & Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
Scott Eckstein, Solebury School's Director of Admission sat down with AQ's Boarding School Podcast to talk with us about the school's use of themes in the curriculum.
Getting to Know Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
by Peter Baron & Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
DaRel Christiansen of Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School visited with the Boarding School Podcast to talk us about the school & and its programs.
Placed-Based Curriculum at Christchurch School
by Peter Baron & Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
Nancy Nolan, Assistant Head of School for Admission and Marketing at Christchurch School (VA) spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about Christchurch's 'placed-based curriculum.'
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Arrives at New Hampton School
by Peter Baron & Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
Daniel Love, Global Curriculum Coordinator, New Hampton School tells us about the adoption of the IB at New Hampton.
Boarding School in the South & Personal Relationships at The Webb School
by Peter Baron & Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
Webb's Julie Harris sat down with AQ to talk about the concept of boarding school in the South & personal relationships at Webb.
Supporting, Promoting and Understanding Girls' Education
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Meg Moulton, Executive Director of the National Coalition of Girls' Schools joined us for conversation covering the coalition, its work, and the lasting value of girls' education.
He's a Head of School (and a Podcaster!)
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
AQ sat down with David Lourie, Head of St. Anne's-Belfield School, to learn about his weekly Head's Podcast and how it connects the school community through a common coversation.
The Appeal of Maine Boarding Schools
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A round-table discussion about the educational, recreation & athletic benefits offered by Maine boarding schools.
Sustainabilty, Thinking & Practice: Part of Every White Mountain School Student's Experience
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Torrey McMillan, chair of White Mountain School's Sustainability Studies Department, spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about the department's origins & its role as a featured experience in every White Mountain student's education.
Boarding Schools Adapting To A Changing Environment
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest
Pete Upham, Executive Director, The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), discussed how boarding schools are adapting to the changing economic environment.
The Value of Working with an Educational Consultant in a Tight Economic Climate
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest
AQ's Boarding School Podcast explores the value of working with an educational consultant in tight economic times with Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association.
On Snow: An Integral Part of Gould Academy's DNA
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Gould Academy's Mark Godomsky talks with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about the school's On Snow program.
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Patrick Bassett, President of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) participated in a joint episode of the Boarding School Podcast & edSocialMedia Podcast that covered school strategies and sustainability in the current economic climate.
Approaching Financial Aid in an Economic Downturn
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Martin Peyer, CEO, TADS & Jamie Miller, Director of Financial Aid, Blue Ridge School spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about approaching financial aid during tight times.
Wolfeboro's Program Today: Part II of Our Conversation with Wolfeboro, Head of School, Ed Cooper
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Ed Cooper, Head at Wolfeboro, The Summer Boarding School, speaks with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about the programs and approaches of Wolfeboro today.
Wolfeboro: The Quick Story of a 100 Year Old Summer Boarding School
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Ed Cooper, Head of Wolfeboro, The Summer Boarding School takes us through the story of Wolfeboro's beginnings and the history behind the school's 100th summer this year.
Admiral Faragut Academy: Leadership, Learning and Aviation
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Admiral Faragut Academy's Jeff Magnoli & Rob Ewing talk with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about AFA's Naval Junior ROTC program, Leadership Academy and Aviation Academy.
Valuing Social Media in the Classroom: Expanding Discourse and Teaching Challenges
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Kents Hill School's Peter Hodgin talks about the ways that his class notes wiki and Delicious serve as platforms for expanding class discussion.
Valuing Social Media in the Classroom: The Work of Peter Hodgin, Kents Hill School
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Kents Hill School's Peter Hodgin shares his thinking and the ways that he incorporates social media into his history & economics classes.
Verde Valley School and the IB: Cultivating International Mindedness
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Verde Valley School Head, Paul Domingue spoke with the Boarding School Podcast about the school’s adoption of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and diploma.
A Boarding School Grad Reflects On the Personal & Professional Aspects of His School Experience
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Travis Warren of WhippleHill Communications spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about his experiences as a boarding school grad & what drew him to build a company that works so closely with the independent school world.
St. Bernard’s Preparatory School: A Young Southern Boarding School with Deep Roots
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
St. Bernard Preparatory School's John Arndt spoke about the school's history and it's mission a Catholic boarding school.
Equestrian Programs and the Outdoors: Integral Parts of the Fountain Valley Experience
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Fountain Valley School's Director of Admission and Financial Aid, spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about the FVS equestrian program and the integral role it plays in the school's community.
A Head of School's First 20 Years
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Wasatch Academy's Joseph Loftin reflects on his 20 years at the school and his vision for its future.
Engaging the Boarding School Community Through Blogging
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Tom Williams, President of Innogage, sat down with the Boarding School Podcast to explore the growing role of blogging as a fundamental part of engaging the school community.
Students & Faculty Talk About the Benefits of Worcester Academy
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
On a recent tour of Worcester Academy, students and faculty spoke about the benefits of the school and why a family should consider applying.
Kimball Union Academy Then and Now
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Kimball Union Academy's Director of Admission, Richard Ryerson, sat down with the Boarding School Podcast to talk about the growth and changes that he's seen over his 20 years and two stints on the KUA faculty.
Asheville School's Humanities Program Ties It All Together
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
John Gregory, Humanities Chair at Asheville School (Asheville, NC), spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about the development of their integrated humanities program.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A combination of academics and camp, Cardigan Mountain School's coed summer session is a 5.5 week program for students in grades 3-9.
Cardigan Mountain School Introduces PEAKS
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Cardigan Mountain School introduces PEAKS- a unified approach toward the development of middle school boys.
Five New Heads of School Discuss the Power of Small Boarding Schools
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Five new heads of small boarding schools spoke with AQ's Boarding School Podcast about how they came to lead their schools and the immediacy & meaning of small school education.
A Bridgton Academy PG Explains the Personal Value of the Post-Graduate Year
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A post graduate (PG) student at Bridgton Academy spoke about why he decided to PG as part of his preparation for college.
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
During a campus tour of Dublin School, I spoke, on-film, with students and faculty about the opportunities and qualities that Dubliners appreciate and believe-in strongly.
My Tour of The Winchendon School
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
During my tour, I discovered a small boarding school dedicated to instilling and teaching strategies that allow students to learn effectively in any setting.
The Winchendon School: Rooted in Strong Skills with a Global Perspective
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
The school's Headmaster connects a global perspective with a strong skills based curriculum.
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Dublin School's Head, Bradford Bates, talks about building confidence through community on this episode of the Boarding School Podcast.
Proctor Academy Students & Faculty Explain Why Proctor
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Proctor Academy students & faculty share reasons why a student should consider Proctor.
Chuck's Corner: The Blogging Voice of Proctor Academy
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Chuck Will, Proctor Academy's popular blogger, talks about Chuck's Corner. He spoke about developing his blog, Chuck's Corner, and how it presents a window into the school's daily life.
Adam Man - a New Chapter & a New Head at The Forman School
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Mr. Adam Man talks with the Boarding School Podcast about his first months as the new Head of School at Forman.
WA Mash - Worcester Academy's use of Social Media in the Classroom
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Antonio Viva (Associate Head of School, Worcester Academy) spoke with the Boarding School Podcast about he has wrapped social media into his creative writing course.
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
The Boarding School Podcast spent time with Mark Montgomery of Great College Advice to talk about his new College Admission Carnival. Mark's Admission Carnival aggregates both college & boarding school admission-related blog posts.
Theater Opportunities at The Webb School
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A Webb senior talks about her experiences in the school's drama program.
Solebury School's Philosophy: A Conversation with Solebury's Director of Admission
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Scott Eckstein, Director of Admission, Solebury School, spoke about the school's philosophy with the Boarding School Podcast.
He's a Dean & a Blogger! A Conversation with Dr. Doug Ashcraft, Idyllwild Arts Academy
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Dr. Doug Ashcraft, Dean of the Arts, Idyllwild Arts Academy, spoke with the Boarding School Podcast about his new blog, www.artin3d.org.
Finding a Job in Boarding Schools: A conversation with Bill Lyons of Independent-Thinking
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest
Bill Lyons, of the search firm Independent-Thinking, spoke to the Boarding School Podcast about the boarding school job search process.
Rumsey Hall School: A Conversation with Matthew Hoeniger, Assistant Headmaster
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
AQ sat down with Matthew Hoeniger, Assistant Headmaster, Rumsey Hall School to learn more about the school and its programs.
The Forman School: A Conversation with Forman's Director of Admission, Beth Rainey
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
AQ sat down with Beth Rainey, Director of Admission at The Forman School, to learn more about the school and its work with students with learning differences.
Westover School's Special Offerings
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
AQ sat down with Westover School's Director of Admission, Laura Volovski, to learn more about the special offering available to Westover students.
A Personalized Student Experience at The Gunnery
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
The Gunnery's Director of Admission, Shannon Baudo, spoke with AdmissionsQuest about the school's personalized student experience.
A Conversation with Thomas Adams, Director of Admission, Mercersburg Academy
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A conversation with Mercersburg Academy's Director of Admission, Thomas Adams.
International Families and the Educational Consultant
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Educational Consultant Tom O'Dell discusses the ways that a consultant can help guide an international family through the boarding school admission process.
Opportunities at Hawai'i Preparatory Academy: The Curriculum
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Part I of our conversation with Hawai'i Preparatory Academy's Director of Admission, Josh Clark. He explains how the school's curriculum grows organically from its island setting.
Opportunities at Hawaii Preparatory Academy: College Admission
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Part II of our conversation with Hawai'i Preparatory Academy's Director of Admission, Josh Clark. He talks about the college admission process and the advantages of applying as an Hawaii Preparatory Academy student.
Opportunities at Hawai'i Preparatory Academy: Alums, Environment, Applicants
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Part III of our conversation with Hawai'i Preparatory Academy's Director of Admissions, Josh Clark. He talks about the school's alumni community, commitment to the environment and the kinds of qualities the school looks for in its applicants.
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