Cheshire Academy.

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Cheshire Academy

Introduction

Cheshire Academy is a community within a community, close to large cities, yet suburban enough that students feel comfortable on- and off-campus. What discoveries await a student here There are as many answers to that as there are students because education that inspires the individual is our way of life. Students, teachers, coaches, and parents combine their diverse talents to create a learning and living environment that honors the differences in all of us. Our history includes women and men who changed the course of world events because they stood up for who they are, and we e proud they learned to do that here. While our past makes us one of the nation oldest schools, our curriculum encourages intellectual and ethical maturity for today global society.

Overview:	Cheshire Academy	Boarding School Avg.
School Focus	College Preparatory	College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)	9-12, PG	7-12
Grades Offered (Day)	6-12, PG	7-12
School Type	Co-ed	Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students	Yes	Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)	Yes	Yes
Religious Affiliation	Non-denominational	Non-denominational
Year Founded	1794	1900
Campus Size	104 acres	135 acres

Student Body
Enrollment	363 students	300 students
Percent Students of Color	10%	18%
Percent International Students	30%	16%
Percent Students Boarding	60%	70%
Average SAT Score	1564	*National Avg. View
Average ACT score	21	*National Avg. View
Offers Post-Grad Year	Yes	No

Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes	Yes	No
Frequency of Saturday Classes	Less than once a month	Weekly
Classroom Dress Code	Formal	Casual
Average Class Size	12	12 *National School Avg. 20
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:7	1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered	16	14
ESL Courses Offered	Yes	Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree	67%	61%
Summer Program Offered	Yes	Yes

Finances
Endowment Size	$8 million	$14 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students)	$42,575	$39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students)	$30,950	$22,720
Percent Students on Financial Aid	30%	31%
Merit Scholarships Offered	No	No

Admission
Application Deadline	Feb. 1 / rolling	Jan. 15
Accepts Common Application	Yes	Yes
SSAT Required	Yes	Yes
Acceptance Rate	75%	59%
Director of Admissions	Treda Collier
Associate Director of Admissions	Jane Hanrahhan

Course Listings:
List of Courses Offered	Link to List of Courses

AP / Advanced Courses:

# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered

AP/Advanced Courses

AP U.S. History	AP Statistics
AP Spanish V	AP Psychology
AP Physics	AP Music Theory
AP Literature & Composition	AP Language & Composition
AP French V	AP European History
AP Computer Science	AP Chemistry
AP Calculus II-BC	AP Calculus I-AB
AP Biology	AP American Government

Sports:

Total Interscholastic Sports Offered

Interscholastic Sports

Baseball	Basketball
Cross Country	Fencing
Football	Golf
Lacrosse	Soccer
Softball	Swimming
Tennis	Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee	Volleyball
Wrestling

Extracurricular:

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

A cappella group	Campus Guides
Chamber Ensemble	Chess Club
Chess Club	Community Service
Community Service	Computer Club
Crafts Club	Drama
Dramatic Society	Gay-Straight Alliance
Horizons Literary Magazine	Jazz Ensemble
Key Club	Martial Arts
Math Club	National Honor Society
Peer Listeners	Proctors
Prom Committee	Ropes Challenge Course
Ski Club	Student Council
Student Council	Yearbook

School Notes

Cheshire Academy is a community within a community, close to large cities, yet suburban enough that students feel comfortable on- and off-campus. What discoveries await a student here There are as many answers to that as there are students because education that inspires the individual is our way of life. Students, teachers, coaches, and parents combine their diverse talents to create a learning and living environment that honors the differences in all of us. Our history includes women and men who changed the course of world events because they stood up for who they are, and we e proud they learned to do that here. While our past makes us one of the nation oldest schools, our curriculum encourages intellectual and ethical maturity for today global society.
Academics & College Prep: Cheshire stresses strong, informed college preparation. We offer a range of honors classes, AP courses, electives, and independent studies. Academic support, including a writing center and math lab, rounds out our curriculum. A full-time college counseling team guides students through their college search process, and more than 150 college representatives visit campus each year. 2008 college acceptances included Bates College, Bentley College, Boston College, Carnegie Mellon University, New York University, Purdue University, Smith College, University of Michigan, and Wheaton College.
Middle School: Our Middle School offers day students a comprehensive curriculum, athletic options, and leadership opportunities. While maintaining a program appropriate to the ages of its students, the Middle School is a vibrant part of the life of the whole community, and students who elect to tep up to the Upper School often become class leaders.
Athletics & Afternoon Programs: The tradition of athletics is integral to the life of Cheshire Academy. With programs including baseball, basketball, cross country, fencing, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, and wrestling, each student is encouraged to participate for a minimum of one season, although many choose to play all three. For those who want to explore a new sport, the beginning and junior varsity teams provide a chance to acquire basic skills, make new friends, and learn about sportsmanship. Cheshire Academy other afternoon programs introduce new interests and life-long passions that emphasize teamwork, goal setting, and self-confidence. Our community has produced a wide range of internationally recognized athletes, musicians, actors, novelists, and playwrights.
Extracurricular Activities: Extracurricular activities are as varied as student interests, often organized in response to student requests. The Proctors, Student Council, Peer Counselors, and the National Honor Society provide student leadership. Our many other organizations include the Diversity Club, Key Club, Earth Club, Chess Club, Model U.N., and two computer clubs. A literary magazine and new multi-media clubs provide practical experience in writing, editing, photography, and digital imaging.
Campus Life: Learning occurs not only in classrooms but also in halls and dormitories. A powerful connection is created when teachers also serve as dorm parents and advisors. Programs like the Citizenship Committee are fundamental to who we are as a school and a community. Each program adds to our authentic, whole-learning environment, and students are able to voice their opinions about the activities that interest them.
Financial Assistance: Cheshire Academy annually awards $2 million in financial assistance. In addition, we award a four-year scholarship to a town resident, a three-year scholarship to an incoming sixth grader, and a scholarship from the Goizueta Foundation for a candidate of Latin background.
Admission: There is much more to learn about us! We look forward to showing you our wonderful community. To arrange a tour, please contact the admission office at 203-272-7250.
School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, National Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools, Connecticut Association of Independet Schools
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Fred Friendly - Former president, CBS News
- Roberto C. Goizueta - Former chairman & CEO, Coca-Cola
- Joseph W. Hasel - Voice of the New York Giants
- Rockwell Kent - Artist
- Robert Ludlum - Author
- J.P. Morgan - Industrialist
- Angela Robinson - State Superior Court judge
- James Van Der Beek - Actor
- Gideon Welles - Secretary of the Navy (Lincoln)
- Patrick McCaskey - Director, board member, Chicago Bears
Profile last updated: 12/09/2009