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Pottersville, New Jersey, USA All Girls, No Religious Affiliation
Purnell is a girls’ college preparatory boarding and day school where girls with learning differences can flourish. The school serves girls from grade 9 through 12 and also offers a one year post graduate program.
At Purnell, we offer a girl a chance to discover what she does best and to become the best she can at it. Every girl "sits in the front row." Teachers practice what works best for girls and teach their classes in interesting, interactive ways. As a result, girls are engaged in learning and they feel successful in the classroom.
Girls are encouraged to try new things and when they do they feel the support of their peers and teachers. Purnell is a place where one can grow into the woman she is meant to be, find a college that is right for her and learn important values to help her live a meaningful life.
51 Pottersville Road, P.O. Box 500Pottersville, New Jersey, USA 07979 (908) 439-2154
Director of Admissions: Kate Davis Admissions Phone:(908) 439-4009Fax:908-439-4088 Email: [email protected] Website: www.purnell.org
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Summary: Purnell emphasizes that all students are capable of learning. Girls are able to discover their own learning styles and to become proactive in their learning. Classroom activities support the development of effective study habits. Instruction is thoughtfully designed to help girls find their passions that will lead to success in college and beyond.
Department Director: Anne Glass
Average Class Size: 8
Full Time Teachers: 15
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 69.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Academic Schedule: Semester
Summary: Purnell offers a variety of activities in the dorms and on weekends. We know that students are as likely to discover an interest and passion outside the classroom as in it and tailor our program to meet the interests of our students. Traditions and celebrations also make Purnell memorable.
Department Director: Vicky Browne
Number of Dorms: 3
Average Students Per Dorm: 35
No. of Girls Dorms: 3
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Dress Code: Uniform
Summary: Dorm Living at Purnell is an extension of our mission to create a family atmosphere that nurtures each girl's growth and individuality. Dorm life, as are all other aspects at Purnell, is based on the school's guidelines of common sense, truthful relationships, and consideration of others. All dorm rules are derived from those three simple guidelines.
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Summary: Creative expression is a hallmark of a Purnell education and our Performing and Studio Arts Departments offer a variety of experiences and opportunities for the experienced and the developing artist as well as those who simply want to explore. Purnell has extensive course offerings in both the studio and the performing arts as well as a full array of activities, performance opportunities and open studio times.The overarching mission of the Purnell Athletic Department is for each individual student to experience the benefits of physical fitness, healthy living, and the camaraderie that comes from being a part of a team. A variety of athletic activities, from non-competitive offerings to competitive team sports, affords Purnell students of every athletic ability and interest the opportunity to find a sport that suits them best.
Arts Department Director: Nicole Labrit-Petrewski
Summary: Like everything at Purnell, the college acceptance process is personal and individualized. We assist each student in finding the program in the college or university that is most appropriate for her interests and needs. Our experience tells us that there is the right college for every girl who wants to attend.
Department Director: Lauren Sagat
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 98.00%
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