Boarding School Notes (Complete Archive of Articles)
Noteworthy and interesting observations of boarding schools, school programs, groups of schools and boarding school life that catch our eye.
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by Marisa Peacock
A look at five boarding schools that feature competitive snowboarding programs designed to support the development of regional competitive snowboarders to Olympic level athletes.
by Marisa Peacock
For aspiring dancers, many boarding schools offer dance programs ranging from pre-professional training to extra-curricular dance programs.
by Marisa Peacock
A profile of six outstanding and diverse boarding school lacrosse programs. Each offers a very unique independent school experience.
by Marisa Peacock
From single sex to coeducational, on the east coast and west coast, across the mid west and southwest, there are a variety of Catholic boarding schools that provide exceptional core values and spiritual development.
by Marisa Peacock
Each year, thousands of hockey players are positively impacted and influenced by their prep school experiences — both on and off the ice. Choosing the right school is a process that requires both research and firsthand inspection.
by Brian Fisher
A video introduction to the variety of boarding school options available in the South.
Shelley Borror Jackson, Head of School, Bement School
Only a handful of junior boarding schools exist in our country, and their unique and dedicated focus is to nurture and support elementary and middle school students.
by Leo Marshall, The Webb Schools
Eight essential questions that every family should ask when visiting a boarding school.
by Brian Fisher
Mid-Atlantic boarding schools combine pieces of local culture, geography, and climate to build identities, practices, and perspectives, creating special programs and opportunities.
by Peter Baron & Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
A list of US & Canadian boarding schools on Twitter!
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest
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.
by Brian FIsher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Preparing to go to prep school in the fall? Consider these recommendations before you head out to school in September.
by Brian FIsher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Boarding schools in the South offer many special opportunities and advantages to families considering boarding school.
by Asheville School
Asheville School's humanities program combines history, literature, music, art history, religion and architecture into one classroom.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A brief primer into the traits & qualities of progressive education in boarding schools.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Separate, safe arenas give voice, growth and expression to Webb boys and girls.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
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.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
10 suggestions to keep in mind as you prepare for your first year in boarding school.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy (HPA) offers a wealth of island specific and educational opportunities to boarding school students the world over.
by Jill Baron
Profiles of a group of boarding schools offering a range of competitive equestrian & horseback riding programs. Includes a video conversation with a riding director that explores questions families should ask as they research options.
By Stephanie Williams, Idyllwild Arts Theatre Major – Acting Emphasis, Class of 2008
An IAA alum explains her decision to attend the school and what the Idyllwild Art experience meant to her.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
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
by Jill Baron
A look at three boarding schools in the mountains that maximize on their location, providing unique educational and recreational opportunities.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
A look at a group of boarding schools that offer artistic pursuit beyond the traditional liberal arts curriculum.
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
An interview with Margaret Allen, Academic Dean, Tilton School, Tilton, NH
by Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Risk & participation takes Storm King School graduates into the future.
by Peter Baron, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
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.
