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5 Advantages to #BoardingSchoolLife
Blog Article1. Finding Your Path and Passion Gone are the days of defining yourself by a single activity. Here, you’re encouraged to try everything. From arts to athletics to off-campus explorations, you’ll have countless opportunities to have fun with your classmates, pursue your passions and discover new ones. And when you have everything right on campus, […]
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Where You Should Be in the Application Process by Mid-December
Blog ArticleThe traditional application deadline is about a month away. Again, know your admission application and financial aid application deadlines. Deadlines could be anywhere from January 10, January 15, February 1, or rolling admission. Each school has its own admission and financial aid application deadlines. Make sure you know them. Have them in writing, or, in […]
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Applying to Private Schools After The Deadline
Blog ArticleAs a family, choosing an independent school for the coming fall may not have been in your plans when the school year began, but circumstances change and needs change with them. This time of year, you may be thinking about a school change.
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Applying Late to Boarding School
Blog ArticleApplying late to boarding school can be a stressful endeavor. Our advice – relax, breathe and create a plan. Even with uncertainty about space availability, you quite possibly may have several options. While it is true that the most selective schools will be full and have only waiting lists by spring time, many good schools […]
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11 Questions to Ask An Educational Consultant Before Hiring Them
Blog ArticleThe many “to do” items that you need to check off during the private school admission process can be daunting, especially for families new to school search. It leads some to turn to placement advisors for help in navigating the admission waters. But how do you find the right independent educational consultant? And what questions […]
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10 Things to Think About If You’re Considering Boarding School
Blog ArticleTalk with your child about the things that will be important if your family decides that boarding school is the best educational path for them. Ask them and yourselves these questions. The answers will provide the foundation for finding the best fit at the best school. What kind of student is your child? How do […]
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Private School Rankings – Why We Don’t Rank Schools
Blog ArticleAt least once a week, we get a request to rank our schools. Where does school X fall on the list? What about school Y? We always answer, “Please ignore private school rankings.” Why? Because rankings are simply inaccurate. They can never capture and convey the nuances that make each boarding school unique. A number […]