Stoneleigh-Burnham School

Stonleigh-Burnham School
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Stonleigh Burnham
Boston
www.sbschool.org
Mercersburg Academy
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Campus Features:
The residential hallways are
organized by grade. House parents
are interspersed throughout, and
the student resident assistants
are assigned to each hallway. The
atmosphere is home-like and
house parents welcome students
into their apartments for informal
gatherings after study hall and on
the week ends. Students can also
spend time in the common rooms
located on each hallway.
S tudents participate in a rich and
extensive arts curriculum, from
beginning through advanced,
and may choose to focus on an
independent study while preparing
a college portfolio (AP Studio Art,
Vocal Music, Music Composition,
Dance). Stoneleigh-Burnham
students gain strong academic skill
and success in an environment of
good friends, strong mentors, and
a community of adults who are
committed to seeing that each
student is stretched to be her
best self.
Special Programs:
Students benefit from
opportunities for independent,
self-directed work, for
collaborative projects, for
leadership and for service.
Typical programs include: dance,
theater, music, the visual arts,
writing, athletics, riding, public
speaking, debate, and community
service; they are also active
in student government and
class organizations.
College Placement:
99% of graduates attend
universities, including Bates
College, Boston University,
College of Santa Fe, Mount
Holyoke University, Rollins
College, Sweet Briar College,
University of New HampshireHonors College, University of
Vermont, Wesleyan College
Marking System:
Students meet with their advisors
weekly. Grades are reported
twice-at midterm and end of term
of each trimester.
Stonleigh-Burnham School
Fast Facts
Founded: 1869
Location:Stoneleigh-Burnham School provides a stimulating, warmly
supportive and caring environment for young ladies. Girls
flourish here and “find their own voice.” This is an academic
community that honors each student’s voice and intellect and
encourages each girl to develop her passion for learning as a life
long endeavor. The 100-acre campus is beautifully landscaped
and meticulously maintained. Both New York City and Boston
are within easy driving distance.
Climate 4 seasons, snow in winter
Student Body:Girls only; 130 students; 35% international
Average Class Size: 10 students
Faculty:21 faculty and staff live on campus
Student/Faculty Ratio: 6:1
Extra Curricular Activities: Student Council, Literary Society, Debate and Public Speaking
Society. Clubs in recent years include Community Service, Dance
Performance Project, Diversity Club, Riding Club, and Yearbook.
Weekends are full of activities, from community service projects
to dances with other area schools.The Student Activities Club
plays an important role in planning weekend events for students.
A shuttle is provided on Friday and Saturday nights to take
students into town to go out to eat, see a movie or do some
shopping.Weekend activities have included trips to Boston, the
National Horse Show in New York City, cultural events at area
colleges and excursions to ski resorts and concerts.
Athletic Life: F ield Hockey, Soccer, Cross-Country Running, Basketball,
Volleyball, Recreational Skiing, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis,
Recreational Golf
ESL Program:
Accreditation:New England Association of Schools and Colleges
E SL courses offered through AP level. Each level emphasizes the
four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Program of Study:To graduate, students must successfully complete a minimum of
18 academic credits distributed as follows:
English
4 credits
History
3 credits
World Languages
2 credits required/
3 credits recommended
Mathematics
3 credits required/
4 credits recommended
Science
3 credits/
2 lab sciences required
Visual & Performing Arts
2 credits per year
Sustainability Studies and Human Values - non credit classese
Honors & AP Courses:Classes with AP options include: English, Biology, European
History, U.S. History, Spanish, French, Calculus AB, Calculus BC,
Studio art. Honors offered in all areas.
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