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High Mowing is a Waldorf school with a curriculum that challenges a student's intellect, imagination, and social responsibility. College-preparatory academics are integrated with a rich program of studio and performing arts. The Naturalist Program offers students the opportunity to encounter nature in a holistic manner. The athletic program includes both competitive and recreational sports. International exchanges are available with Waldorf schools worldwide. The Outdoor Trekking Program, Projects Week, and weekend activities offer off-campus learning.

Steamboat Mountain School is a k-12 coeducational independent school with options for boarding and day in high school. SMS blends academics and adventure, combining an outstanding college-preparatory curriculum with extraordinary programs out of the classroom and around the globe to build students’ knowledge, develop their confidence and independence, and prepare them for meaningful and fascinating lives.

Located in Bettendorf, Iowa, Rivermont Collegiate empowers academically driven students by cultivating their intellect, character, and creativity. Rivermont is a co-educational, independent, non-sectarian, college preparatory school offering day programming from Pre-K through 12th grade and domestic and international boarding starting in 8th grade.

To leverage the power of place-based education, APIS has established a global network of campuses under one school: an East Asia campus in Seoul, South Korea, and a West campus in Hau‘ula, Hawai‘i. The 97-acre Hawai‘i campus on the North Shore of O‘ahu is a safe learning environment, where students from Hawai‘i and around the world build relationships, explore passions, and become leaders. APIS was founded in 2007 on the belief that students should authentically engage in global learning experiences. Through project-based learning, frequent field trips, outdoor learning, internships, community service, and opportunities to study in their Seoul campus, APIS students learn from what is real and meaningful.

TMP-M is a Catholic, coeducational, boarding and day school offering spiritual direction, challenging academics, and extracurricular activities. Programs are designed to prepare young people at the secondary level for leadership and service as Christians in the modern world. TMP-Marian traditions include: Standard of Excellence awards and a 32-year history of National Merit Scholars. Each year over 80% of our graduates receive many scholarships to universities and colleges. Located in a safe, peaceful community, TMP-M offers an extended family to students from all over the world at a very affordable price! With a total of 240 students, (175 local and 65 international) students experience learning in a diverse atmosphere and prepare for their future in an environment much like the world they will encounter when they are adults. TMP-M is a place where individuals are celebrated. It's a place where young people learn to serve others. A place where students thrive. Two separate dormitories are located minutes from our main campus. Marian Hall is the girls dorm. It features both private and semi-private rooms, a computer lab, recreation/workout room, kitchen facilities and a chapel. The boys dorm is Nations Hall with semi-private rooms, dinning room, living room and recreation room. Weekend activities are planned to entertain and challenge the resident students. An annual skiing trip in the Colorado Rocky Mountains is included in the yearly cost and many more opportunities are provided to assist the students in preparing for their future. TMP-M is a TOEFL testing center and wireless internet services are available at both dorms and on campus. Thomas More Prep - Marian welcomes you to find out more about us. We welcome new students each semester. Come be a part of the wonderful "Monarch Family", Come see why we say, TMP-Marian, give us four years and we'll give you a lifetime.

New England Innovation Academy (NEIA) is a private day and boarding school where 6th - 12th grade students develop their passions and prepare for what's next. Set on a state-of-the-art campus west of Boston, NEIA prepares students through a future-focused curriculum, human-centered design, and real-world inclusion.

The Academy of the Holy Family (AHF), a Catholic high school for young women, was founded in 1874. We are located in the New England countryside approximately two hours away from Boston and three hours from New York City. The Academy has educated young women from the United States and abroad. A tight-knit school community, AHF offers its students the opportunity to express their faith and learn in a comfortable atmosphere. Classes are small, enabling students to receive individual attention. Courses offered include college prep, honors and some advanced placement classes. Our international students have English as a Second Language (ESL) and English for ESL classes. The faculty consists of both religious and lay persons. At the Academy we strive to "Pursue knowledge; embrace the truths of Christ; respond to the needs of others." Our young women are confident, active in the community and graduate from AHF, ready to attend various colleges and universities. We often hear from our alumnae and realize the impact the Academy has made on them- successful careers, yes, as well as bringing a sense of family to wherever their path in life has taken them.

Monterey Bay Academy (MBA) is a coeducational Christian boarding high school (grades 9-12) located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in Northern California. MBA’s 380-acre campus has its own one-mile stretch of private beach that offers a picturesque setting for students to experience challenging academics and social development. Most importantly, this all takes place in a safe and nurturing atmosphere that recognizes Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, therefore fostering the spiritual growth of our students. Our culturally diverse student population is derived from our local communities of Santa Cruz, San Jose, and San Francisco, as well as from cities across the U.S. and the world.

Our statement of purpose describes our mission: "Auburn Adventist Academy exists to nurture students in the ways of Christ by opening avenues of knowledge, skills, values, and service. Through competent, compassionate teaching, we endeavor to guide students that they may become of Christ convicted, to Christ committed, for Christ compelled." Established in 1919, Auburn Adventist Academy is a private coeducational Christian boarding and day high school operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. With a vibrant spiritual atmosphere, superior academics, and a friendly and accepting student body, Auburn is the perfect place to pursue educational excellence.

Grand River Academy is an all-boys boarding and day school for grades 8-12/PG that helps young men ignite their academic, social, and emotional potential while paving the way for life-long success. Less than an hour east of Cleveland, GRA provides a close-knit and supportive community for our students to help them define, affirm, and cultivate their learning experience. At GRA, we encourage students to be themselves and provide the structure and opportunities for them to become self-aware, productive, and engaged individuals. We strive to activate each student's passion for learning, providing the tools they need to be successful at GRA and beyond.

Bridgton Academy is the only preparatory school in the United States whose student body is composed entirely of postgraduate students and some select 12th graders. We operate more like a college than a high school and, therefore, the Bridgton Academy year is a true transition year. Our program offers a skills-based curriculum including 12 courses for transferable college credit; study skills and a study hall; an SAT prep course; an exceptional athletic program; and close faculty interaction. Our students develop the academic skills, study skills, self-discipline, and confidence necessary to be successful college students.

"Oakdale is a Christ-centered college preparatory boarding school for students in grades 7-12 who seek an opportunity for a quality education in an environment that encourages growing closer to God, improving relationship skills, developing positive character traits and exploring new adventures..."

Robinson School is an independent, English language, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades PPK to 12 affiliated with the Global Ministry of the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1902, our mission is to challenge the potential of each student spiritually, academically, socially, physically and emotionally.

Lee Academy is a college-preparatory, coed school located in central Maine. We offer a challenging curriculum, including Honors and 10 AP courses, competitive athletics, and five dormitories. ESL courses are individualized to fit the needs of our students. We offer a variety of activities and programs including trips to major US cities, whitewater rafting, peer counselors, and a championship caliber math team. A dedicated faculty, a welcoming student body, and safe location are all integral aspects of our school community. Inquire directly regarding scholarships.

LCHS stands for Lustre Christian High School. It is a unique educational institution because it serves as both a Christian high school for the community and as a qualified Christian boarding school. LCHS is equipped to meet the needs of most high school students and is accredited by the state of Montana. Its very rural location gives the students a unique opportunity to attend school free from distractions that many other schools or locations offer. LCHS offers a strong, basic, high school program in a safe environment. Qualified, state-certified teachers are employed to serve the educational needs of all our students. Our teachers also have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and seek to embody the spirit of their faith into their instruction.

Fork Union Military Academy is one of the nation's leading college preparatory military schools for boys in grades 7 to 12 and postgraduate. Nationally-known for its top quality academics, superior athletic programs, and emphasis on Christian values, the school remains true to its motto of "Body, Mind, and Spirit."

Army & Navy Academy is a College Preparatory Boarding & Day School that prepares boys in Grades 7-12 for success in college and far beyond. For over a century, the Academy`s emphasis on responsibility, accountability, and motivation has provided a life-changing experience for young men. Located on a beachfront campus in the safe quaint village of Carlsbad, California, the campus is at the northern tip of San Diego County.

"The school's philosophy is to develop the 'whole man' to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy..."

The MMA college-prep program has two curricula for both average ability and superior students, to include advanced placement and a dual-credit program. The Middle School concentrates on reading and math improvement skills. Cadets learn to develop personal discipline and organizational skills in a setting that fosters good study habits and ethical behavior. The corps of cadets is diverse with cadets of all faiths from the US and other countries. 11 varsity sports, plus Boy Scouts, JROTC, weightlifting, horseback riding, camping, fishing, and rifle marksmanship are offered.

New York Military Academy, established in 1889 in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, is a college preparatory school for day and boarding students in grades 8 through 12. NYMA is dedicated to a comprehensive and substantive process of developing young leaders who are "Inspired, Engaged, and Ready" for success and fulfillment in college and in life. Utilizing the military model for leadership development and a rigorous, expeditionary curriculum grounded by a demand for competence in the classical disciplines, NYMA graduates are thoughtfully prepared to seek out extraordinary lives of accountability and service. In school, NYMA cadets pursue a cutting-edge and relevant 21st century curriculum alongside a structured, leadership and life-skills focused military program guided by the school’s decades long affiliation with the United States Army JROTC. The academy is designated as an Honor Unit with Distinction by the Department of the Army and enjoys a solid reputation as one of the nation's leading institutions in numbers of graduates attending the service academies and earning 4-year ROTC College Scholarships. NYMA graduates are leaders in all walks of life. The Academy's "tracks of intention" high school discovery program enables students to pursue lines of academic credit and co-curricular experience that enable them to gain exposure to areas of aspiration. Beyond the Service Academy track, cadets have the option of pursuing planned tracks of study and experience that support interest in areas such as International Diplomacy, Education, Green Business Initiatives, Health Care Professions, Research in the Sciences, and others. The school's competitive academic, experiential education and athletic programs are enhanced by a structured boarding environment that includes a nightly, mentored study hall and a 12:1 student/teacher ratio in the classroom. Cadets enjoy substantive opportunities to not only learn accountability but to practice peer leadership and to accept important responsibility. For over a century, this culture of cadet leadership, community responsibility and personal resilience has built an esprit de corps among the NYMA student body and graduates that has created a powerful alumni network that helps energize the campus. ESL, band/music (both a military marching band and performance music), computers, drill team and an equestrian program are available. The 120-acre campus is conveniently located just 60 miles north of New York City.