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Tyrone, Pennsylvania, USA All Girls, No Religious Affiliation
At Grier, girls become emboldened, engaged, and poised for the future. Lemuel Grier, the first in our founding family, conveyed this sentiment best: “Our aim is not to stuff the mind with undigested knowledge from the Text Book, but to train its powers, so that the student may be able to think for herself.” Today, the tradition to develop students’ critical thinking abilities—as well as the other 21st century skills—inspires both our pedagogy and curriculum, which offers classes ranging from college preparatory to Advanced Placement (AP) and in-depth scholarship through electives and advanced offerings. The standards of faculty and instructors are high, as are the levels of concern and support provided to ensure that students experience success.
2522 Grier School Road, PO Box 308Tyrone, Pennsylvania, USA 16686 (814) 684-3000
Director of Admissions: Jennifer Neely Admissions Phone:(814) 684-3000Fax:814-684-2177 Email: admissions@grier.org Website: www.grier.org
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Summary: Our 315 female students are free to explore new opportunities and possibilities in a supportive, encouraging environment. Girls are encouraged to try new paths, to follow ambitions, and to pursue leadership roles. In finding her voice and comprehending her value, a student at Grier comes to recognize the power and potential of being a girl in the 21st century. Grier girls are challenged in the classroom and find support from teachers and peers to develop academic perseverance. In addition, Grier students develop critical thinking and communication skills that empower each girl to step forward, speak out, and get involved.Students find a wide variety in the Grier curriculum, which offers classes ranging from college preparatory to Advanced Placement (AP) and in-depth scholarship through electives and advanced offerings. At Grier, small classes, passionate teachers, and hands-on experiences involve students and immerse them in a culture of achievement. The standards of faculty and instructors are high, as are the levels of concern and support provided to ensure that students experience success.At Grier, girls become emboldened, engaged, and poised for the future. Lemuel Grier, the first in our founding family, conveyed this sentiment best: “Our aim is not to stuff the mind with undigested knowledge from the Text Book, but to train its powers, so that the student may be able to think for herself.” Today, the tradition to develop students’ critical thinking abilities—as well as the other 21st century skills—inspires both our pedagogy and curriculum, which offers classes ranging from college preparatory to Advanced Placement (AP) and in-depth scholarship through electives and advanced offerings. The standards of faculty and instructors are high, as are the levels of concern and support provided to ensure that students experience success.
Average Class Size: 9
Full Time Teachers: 48
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 75.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Summer Programs Offered: Offered
Academic Schedule: Semester
Number of AP Courses Offered: 21
Summary: Nestled on a forested Allegheny mountainside near the Little Juniata River, the scenic 320-acre Grier campus provides students plenty of space to explore in a secure environment. Students have access to over 10 main buildings, 11 dormitories and cottages, extensive stables and riding rings, athletic fields, and mountain trails. The Grier campus community nurtures students’ total well-being. The Health Center addresses illness and injuries, the Dining Room serves a wide variety of nutritious meals, the Student Activities Coordinator maintains a robust schedule of activities to keep students engaged and connected. Adding to the caring, family-like environment, many of Grier’s faculty members reside on campus with their spouses and children.Grier’s campus weaves the traditions of boarding school life of the past with the future-forward academics and life skills students want today. This dialog between the past and the future is evident throughout campus architecture. From buildings dating back to the school’s founding in 1853 clear through to our newest buildings completed only months ago, Grier’s campus is a harmonious blend of traditional and modern architecture.Throughout the year, the familial atmosphere and community-oriented nature of Grier is reinforced through dorm life, extracurricular activities, and weekend events.
Department Director: Gina Borst
Number of Dorms: 11
Average Students Per Dorm: 20
No. of Girls Dorms: 11
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Dress Code: Casual
Summary: Being a boarding student helps a young person to develop independence very quickly. Along with this independence, a student at Grier develops self-reliance and a true sense of self that helps her to manage life’s small and big challenges. In the dorm, students learn the value of co-existing and cooperating with others in a very tight community. They enjoy the caring ways of their Resident Advisors who support girls much the way parents do. When you live with lots of other young people, the smallest experiences can become some of your best memories. Boarding students at Grier live in dormitories or cottages. Each dormitory building or wing and each cottage is supervised by a duo of Resident Advisors, affectionately called “housemoms.”In the dormitory suites, which are connected or adjacent to the the main building, two students share one bedroom and two bedrooms share one connected bathroom.Returning upperclass students can choose to live in one of the seven cottages throughout the Grier campus. These cottages offer girls a comfortable living room and full kitchen in addition to bedrooms and bathrooms for students and Resident Advisors.A robust schedule of chaperoned weekend activities ensures that our students’ free time enriches their Grier experiences and builds relationships among students and with the faculty. There are local trips, trips to major cities, and regular events with boys' schools.Students can also enjoy activities and downtime on campus. On-campus activities are hosted by teachers, clubs, casual groups of students, and housemothers. These activities include open-mic nights, dormitory dinners, bonfires, movie screenings, pick-up games of badminton, capture the flag, and art projects. Additionally, girls can relax or make use of facilities such as the fitness center, music practice rooms, the library and media center, and student lounges.
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Summary: Grier’s Signature Programs in dance, horseback riding, and the arts are the areas for which we are renowned and that distinguish Grier from other schools. At Grier, girls can pursue their passions and appreciate each other’s talents in a friendly and inclusive environment. Appropriate courses and instruction are available both for the novice and the aficionada.Our programs continue to grow and evolve as a reflection of student interest. That growth is reflected in the construction of new facilities on campus, which include the Performing Arts Center, two indoor and outdoor riding arenas, the Fine Arts and Vocal Music Building, and the brand-new Instrumental Music Building.
Summary: The College Counseling department assists students in the college exploration and application process. Grier School College Counselors help students identify colleges that are a good fit academically and socially through self-evaluation. We educate our students on the college admissions process and how to use the resources available to them for their college search. This is done through individual meetings and structured small group seminars in the sophomore, junior, and senior years. In addition, students in their junior year attend a National College Fair to meet with college admissions representatives. Though students are responsible for the completion of their applications, they receive assistance through weekly individual meetings and application workshops. To supplement our college advising, all students meet with their college counselor yearly to discuss their academic goals. In this meeting, students and counselors review the student’s academic record, discuss their post high school plans, and choose courses for the following year.
Department Director: Katharine Kingera
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%
Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Summary: Grier Summer is an all-girls camp located in the mountains of Central Pennsylvania on the campus of the historic Grier School. Founded in 1975 as a summer horseback riding program, Grier Summer was previously known as the Allegheny Riding Camp and Allegheny Camp of the Arts.The tradition of having a strong summer Equestrian program has continued for more than four decades. With additional opportunities to focus on Art, Dance, and Musical Theatre, Grier Summer provides enriching social, artistic, and equestrian experiences for girls ages 7 to 17.Girls come from across the United States and around the world to experience the fun, excitement, and challenge of camp. While here, they also having unique and enriching opportunities to explore new interests, deepen creative passions, and acquire new skills.
Department Director: Jennifer Pepperman
A Dance Intensive Program is offered during our first 3-week camp session for serious intermediate to advanced dancers age 12-17. Members of the Dance Intensive Program spend three activity periods dancing for a total of 4½ hours, 5 days per week. Intensive classes emphasize students’ strengths, tec
Registration Deadline: N/A Tuition: $-4225 Financial Aid Available: Yes More Details
Grier Summer offers girls who love to sing, dance, and/or act opportunities to enhance and showcase their talents in a full-length show. Intensive Musical Theatre campers will audition for a significant role in the summer production and will spend 3 of their 4 activity periods rehearsing.
Founded in 1975, the Grier Summer Riding Program, originally known as Allegheny Riding Camp, was our first summer program. Over the last 38 years, Grier Summer Riding has developed a strong tradition of being a Hunter/Jumper program. We have English and Western style riders.
Registration Deadline: N/A Tuition: $-4625 Financial Aid Available: Yes More Details
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