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Farmington, Connecticut, USA All Girls, No Religious Affiliation
Founded in 1843, Porter’s excels at preparing young women for college, for leadership and for life. A boarding and day school for students in grades nine through 12, Porter’s offers a challenging academic curriculum and a diverse residential community of scholars, athletes, artists and friends. With over 300 students hailing from 27 states and representing 31 countries, Porter’s dynamic approach to education inspires young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens.
Porter’s mission statement sets high expectations: “We expect our graduates to shape a changing world.” Students enthusiastically accept this challenge with the assistance of faculty members who serve as educators, advisers, coaches and mentors. At Porter's, young women develop high levels of achievement in mathematics, foreign languages, science, history, English, and the arts by being challenged to think independently, ask questions, debate theories and share ideas. Porter’s rigorous academic program, collaborative environment and supportive community prepares students for college and beyond.
Porter’s believes in maintaining a healthy balance between intellectual activity and physical exercise; each student participates daily on a team, in the dance program, or in a sports class. At the varsity level, athletes experience a professional environment, where they have access to top-notch facilities, coaches, and equipment. At Porter's, our girls are the players, not the audience.
60 Main StreetFarmington, Connecticut, USA 06032 (860) 409-3500
Director of Admissions: Liz Schmitt Admissions Phone:(860) 409-3530Fax:860-409-3531 Email: [email protected] Website: www.porters.org/admission
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Department Director: Tim Quinn
Average Class Size: 12
Full Time Teachers: 48
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 71.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 7/1
Summer Programs Offered: Offered
Academic Schedule: Semester
Number of Advanced Placement Courses Offered: 21
Department Director: Laura Jalinskas
Number of Dorms: 8
No. of Girls Dorms: 8
Dress Code: Other
Summary: When the class day ends and the sports teams put away their equipment, the co-curricular opportunities at Miss Porter’s School come alive. With 45 clubs, several performing groups, countless community service opportunities, weekend activities, and revered traditions, there is something for everyone.
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Arts Department Director: Grier Torrence
Athletics Department Director: Carrie Begey
Summary: The College Office strives to expand students’ knowledge and horizons in the context of a highly individualized counseling process. The ultimate goal of the office is to foster students’ academic, intellectual and personal growth while empowering them to take ownership of the college process and their futures. The college search and selection process is an integral part of the student experience at Porter's, and college advisors at Porter’s serve multiple roles. First, they are a resource for the information and advice students and their families need to understand and navigate the increasingly complex college admission process. Second, they serve as a link to the college community, working closely with college admission officers to help them interpret our students’ experiences and accomplishments in the context of Porter's rigorous academic program and rich extracurricular life. Finally, and most importantly, they are enthusiastic advocates for students and Porter’s, and aim to provide a constant source of encouragement and support as students prepare for the next exciting phase in their academic career.
Department Director: Amy Rogers
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%
Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (Class of 1947) First Lady of the United States
Lilly Pulitzer (Class of 1947) Lilly Pulitzer, Inc.
Laura Rockefeller Chasin (Class of 1954) Founded Public Conservations Project
Agnes Gund (Class of 1956) President emerita of Museum of Modern Art
Liz Blake (Class of 1969) Senior vice president and general counsel, Habitat for Humanity
Sarah Blake (Class of 1978) NY Times best selling author, The Postmistress
Suzannah Grant Henrickson (Class of 1980) Director and screenwriter, Erin Brockovich
Annie Selke (Class of 1981) Annie Selke Companies (Dash and Albert, Pine Cone Hill, Annie Selke Home)
Erin Tubridy Gates (Class of 1997) Founder of Erin Gates Design, Elements of Style
Leah M. Wright-Riguer (Class of 1999) Assistant Professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government
Summary: Porter's Summer Programs are designed to provide girls the opportunity to experience Porter's academic, artistic, athletic and residential curriculum and community. Girls thrive in our supportive and collaborative environment where curiosity and confidence are encouraged, and they complete their programs with a greater understanding of all they can accomplish as informed, bold, resourceful, ethical citizens.Visit www.porters.org/summerprograms
Department Director: Kat Simison
Sarah Porter Leadership Institute (two levels);Junior Model UN;STEAM Institute;Financial Empowerment and Entrepreneurship;Writing, Storytelling, and Podcasting.
Registration Deadline: N/A Tuition: $1,500 Financial Aid Available: More Details
Three week program for international students.
Registration Deadline: N/A Tuition: $6,500 Financial Aid Available: More Details
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