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Sheridan, Oregon, USA Co-Ed, No Religious Affiliation
In the 1970's, a group of educators banded together to transform education using new fundamentals. They had observed that conventional schools were failing too many bright students. These educators were committed to making a difference. That difference is Delphian.
At Delphian, you won’t find teachers lecturing while students rotely take notes. You will find students actively engaged in learning, studying independently and moving at the speed that is right for them.
You’ll see lively one-on-one and small group discussions on works of literature, art, business, science or current events. You’ll see students creating clay models to explain and demonstrate a concept, a student giving a presentation on his apprenticeship experience or a topic he’s just researched, and students heading to the science lab or out into the world to test or explore a theory.
The Delphi Program is designed to help students relate what they’re learning to how they will use this information to succeed in life. Our students live their education from the moment they walk into our school.
Our faculty excel at keeping students motivated and on track with their studies, and you can rest assured that each student receives highly personal attention—every academic program is individually designed to best cater to that student's academic needs and interests. Each student at Delphian is treated as an individual, and we seek to help all of them find their own purpose and use for their education.
Some things you have to see to believe. Delphian is one of them. Contact us to schedule a visit and experience Delphian for yourself.
Delphian School, 20950 SW Rock Creek RoadSheridan, Oregon, USA 97378 (503) 843-3521
Director of Admissions: Bridgette Rappoport Admissions Phone:(503) 843-3521Toll-Free Admissions:(800) 626-6610Fax:503-843-4158 Email: admissions@delphian.org Website: www.delphian.org
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Posted on October 27, 2017 Coach John Kertchem has been named as coach of the year in volleyball for the state of Oregon. Winning this award automatically nominates him for the Section 8 coach of the year award. The United States is divided into eight sections and the winner from each section is then in competition to become more...
Summary: Delphian emphasizes applied knowledge and the ability to study independently. Credit is earned through demonstration of ability and mastery of materials studied. Graduation requires of every student proven skills in critical thinking, ethics, communication, teamwork and leadership; hundreds of hours of self-generated projects covering several major ability zones; and solid grounding in the traditional academic subjects with an emphasis on classic literature. Reason, creativity and integrity, in conjunction with free and open inquiry, are given the highest priority in all areas and levels of the program.
Department Director: Kelly Hepburn
Average Class Size: 15
Full Time Teachers: 19
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:15
Summer Programs Offered: Offered
Academic Schedule: Semester
Number of AP Courses Offered: 9
Summary: Boarding school isn't about "sending your child away." It is about finding the place where your child will thrive. Delphian's residential program is a 24/7 learning environment that challenges students to develop decision-making skills, time management abilities, and a strong sense of independence and responsibility.A purpose shared by all.When a student joins the Delphian student body, they become a member of a very active and hardworking group that has the common goal of getting a good education. Having a common goal is what defines a group, but what keeps a group strong is its agreements—agreements about the goal, about how to conduct oneself within the group, and about how to treat others in the group.Being a part of the Delphian community means giving help when needed, whether that means helping another student, a faculty member or even a piece of equipment. The nature of our program builds a unique camaraderie among our students, no matter their age or grade. Everyone works together to progress; everyone helps each other to learn.
Department Director: Mary Price
Number of Dorms: 10
Average Students Per Dorm: 25
No. of Girls Dorms: 5
No. of Boys Dorms: 5
Dorm Amenities:
Dress Code: Casual
Summary: The Delphian community takes care to make everyone feel welcome—after all, it's their home, too. Much of Delphian's success is based on the team spirit of our community as a whole. We emphasize integrity and open communication between students, faculty and staff, as well as in the parent-school-student relationship.A key to the success of our boarding program, which has been lauded as "a model residential program," is the robust participation of our students in student council. All Upper and Middle School students are required to hold positions of responsibility on their respective student councils as part of their academic programs.Student council members do much of the weekend activity planning, but they also coordinate community service activities, help with tutoring in local schools, give tours to prospective families, assist with the school's social media, support our athletics teams, assist in the library and run study halls, make films for internal and external promotion, and tackle countless other positions of responsibility that help the school run smoothly. Delphian's student council is a fully functioning organizational body that is essential to our school's daily activity and a vital part of each student's educational program.
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Summary: Delphian views the soccer field or volleyball court as yet another avenue to help our students to apply what they're learning in the academic course room to their daily lives. We see challenge as opportunity for growth. This is why we require all Middle and Upper School students to participate in interscholastic sports teams, so they can face new challenges and increase their potential as individuals, team members and leaders.Discipline is a key component of any sports program; likewise hard work from every player. Delphian's athletic program emphasizes both of these, as well as participation and sportsmanship. Delphian teams often win sportsmanship trophies from their league or tournament competition and are widely known for it.While each year is different, several of the school's teams regularly participate in district and state playoffs, and some teams have won the state championships.Delphian students can participate in a wide variety of interscholastic sports including soccer, volleyball, cross-country, basketball, tennis, track and field, and in certain years, baseball and softball. All Delphian students are required to play on at least one junior varsity or varsity team before graduation.Delphian's team sports program is flanked by elective individual sports and other recreational activities including yoga, conditioning, running, weight training, snowboarding, skiing, swimming and hiking.
Arts Department Director: Adam Whitworth
Athletics Department Director: Brandon Lidgard
Notable Achievements: Multiple State Titles/Placement - Varsity Choir, Multiple State Titles/Placement - Varsity Soccer, Multiple State Titles/Placement-Varsity Volleybal
Summary: Our graduates leave Delphian ready to take on any challenge. For many, it’s college; for others, the arts. Some of our graduates tap into their entrepreneurial spirits to launch their own independent businesses. You’ll also find our alumni putting their skills to work in service efforts aiding the greater community. No matter what path our graduates choose, they are ready to take it head-on.Delphian School graduates are regularly admitted to their first-choice colleges. Delphian graduates have been accepted to such highly regarded colleges and universities as diverse as they are.
Department Director: Charity Livingston
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 98.00%
Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Sky Dayton (Class of 1986) Founder of Earthlink
Melissa McPhail (Class of 1989) Author
Sylvan Lionni (Class of 1986) Artist, Professor
David O'Donnell (Class of 1992) Actor
Arwen Elys Dayton (Class of 1990) Author
Vanessa Prager (Class of 2002) Artist
Callan Stokes (Class of 2000) Stylist
Courtney Ryan (Class of 2004) Cinematographer and Photographer
Drew Harrison (Class of 1999) Cameraman and Director
Rachel Karl (Class of 1994) Founder of Suite 4 Marketing
Delphian provided a very well rounded education that gears students toward application in the real world. And they still do! Better than ever!
- Shelly Swanberg, Class of 1985,
Even though it's been almost 15 years now, I still view the school as my second home, and the staff and alumni as my second family. I am so grateful to have such a special educational experience!
-Kalen Curtis , Class of 2000,
Delphian was the best experience of my life. I gained tools to learn anything and the ability to be confident in my actions. These tools were critical to me achieving success as an adult.
-Melissa Agrillo, Class of 2010,
Summary: Summer at Delphi is a 4-6 week academic and adventure summer camp held on Delphian School's 720 acre campus. Summer at Delphi gets your child off their phone with the perfect blend of adventure and academics. Give your child the edge they need to catch up on any difficult subjects or get ahead for next year all while enjoying tons of exciting activities every afternoon and adventure trips each weekend! Every student at Summer at Delphi receives personalized diagnostic testing to find any weak spots in their education, and based on this, a program tailored to repair their understanding. All students are taught a revolutionary study method that enables them to successfully study any subject - without memorization or memory tricks.During one summer at Delphi, students can brush up in weak areas (at any level on most any subject), tackle advanced subjects, or simply explore new interests. Summer at Delphi offers over 250 courses and classes every summer, many from the Delphian School's regular program curriculum. Summer at Delphi is also a perfect introduction to a boarding school community and environment for students looking at boarding school for their future education.A high level of personal attention is not just an abstract idea during Summer at Delphi. It is central to our success and the success of our student campers.Once started on his or her program, individual progress is not tied to the speed of others in the class. Students who have mastered the basics are free to advance quickly into new areas.Afternoons see students involved in a host of fun activities including music, art, archery, sports, ceramics, multi-media, computers and many more. Weekends see our campers adventuring on several-day trips that include whitewater rafting, hiking at the Oregon coast, camping, jet-boating, ropes-coursing and sight-seeing in the nearby cities of Portland and Seattle.Day students of all ages are welcomed. Boarding student ages range from 8-18.
Department Director: Rappoport Bridgette
June 25, 2018 to August 04, 2018
Summer at Delphi gets your child off their phone with the perfect blend of adventure and academics. Give your child the edge they need to catch up on any difficult subjects or get ahead for next year all while enjoying tons of exciting activities every afternoon and adventure trips each weekend!
Registration Deadline: May 30, 2018 Tuition: -$8,700.00 Financial Aid Available: No More Details
Summary: Special to Delphian's Program are the courses focused on vital life skills for successful living, all requiring demonstration of competence before completion. Some of the life skills courses focus on logic, ethics, communication, planning and accomplishing goals, and how to treat others.