Avon Old Farms School

Avon

Connecticut

United States

Overview

We at Avon Old Farms are experts in educating boys. By leveraging relational learning, we bring material to life in a student's mind while challenging each individual to persevere in the pursuit of self-discovery. Our traditionally structured and well-balanced environment refines character traits young men need to be successful throughout their entire life. Although Men of Avon may develop new passions, our unique brotherhood that values integrity, wisdom, justice, inclusion, service, and truth lives forever. On the field, in the classroom, and in life, Avon inspires excellence.

Academics

Summary: Our academic program is designed to instill a curiosity in learning. Avon teachers are completely immersed in the community as dorm parents, coaches, and mentors. As a result, they really know their students. Our faculty forge meaningful relationships with students through a structured mentor program, and develop an understanding of how each student best learns and what he needs to excel. As experts in their fields, teachers at Avon bring lessons to life and create compelling context for engaging class discussion. Creativity, innovation, and collaboration are taught by example through practical application, inquiry, and debate.

Department Director Robert Dowling

Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Average Class Size: 12

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 65

Number of AP Courses Offered: 16

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 67%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Honors
Literature

History

Asian History
Classical History
European History
Honors
Medieval History
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
Latin
Spanish

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics

Sciences

Biology
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Geology
Physical Science
Physics

Math

Algebra
Calculus
Functions
Geometry
Honors Math
Probability
Statistics
Trigonometry

Computer Studies

Multimedia
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Web Design

Music

Band
Choral Music
Music Appreciation
Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

Architecture
Art History
Ceramics
Design
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Publications
Public Speaking
Screen-Printing
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Studio Art
Woodworking
3-D Art

Special Programs

Community Service
Independent Study
Internships
Leadership

Distinctive or New Programs

A New $30 Million Student Center Athletic Complex And Field House Opened In October 2006. A Performing Arts Center That Includes A 500-seat Theater Opened In March 2007.

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 8

Average Students Per Dorm: 39

Number of Girls Dorms: 0

Number of Boys Dorms: 8

Dorm Amenities

Lounge
Vending Machines
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

All-Weather Track
Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Football Field
Indoor Basketball Court
Technology Center
Hockey Rink

Other Facilities

Squash Courts (7)

Clubs & Organizations

Amnesty International
Astronomy Club
Chess Club
Community Service
Computer Club
Diversity Club
Dorm Proctors
Environmental Club
Food Council
Foreign Language Clubs
Gardening Club
Habitat for Humanity
International Club
Investment Club
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Model UN
Newspaper
Peer Tutoring
Pep Club
Photography Club
Snowboarding Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Yearbook
Yoga Club
Young Democrats
Young Republicans
Radio Station

Arts & Athletics

Summary: Avon Old Farms is all about helping our students find balance: our campus leaders are varsity hockey players, members of our elite singing group The Riddlers, and monitors in the dorm. At Avon, the arts are more than paint on a canvas, pixels on a screen, notes in the air, or chords in the hand – our boys experience a journey of creative discovery through personal programs allowing them to explore their undiscovered talents. In the sports arena, Winged Beavers compete at the highest level. Our teams have won more than 30 league and New England championships combined over the last 15 years, and many of our athletes move on to compete for some of the nation’s foremost collegiate programs. At the same time, we ensure that an athletic experience is accessible to and enjoyed by all our students by offering more than 24 sub-varsity teams and intramural activities. The lessons learned on the field, court, or rink help boys understand what it means to contribute to something larger than themselves, and they mature in the process.

Arts Department Director: Cristina Pinton

Athletics Department Director: John Bourgault

Arts

Architecture
Art History
Ceramics
Design
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Publications
Public Speaking
Screen-Printing
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Studio Art
Woodworking
3-D Art

Interscholastic Sports

Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Diving
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rifle Team
Soccer
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling

Recreational Sports

Alpine Skiing
Outdoor Education
Rugby
Weight Lifting

Graduates

Summary: As a top college prep school in Connecticut for boys, we thoughtfully guide our students to identify and facilitate the right higher learning match. An Avon student begins his college counseling process during sophomore year – setting expectations and goals early. By senior year, he is prepared to take the lead on this leg of his journey to adulthood. As a result, our students attend some of the world’s finest colleges and universities and go on to become highly successful during their post-secondary careers.

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

University of Notre Dame: 15

Georgetown University: 35

Boston College: 25

University of Virginia: 18

University of Pennsylvania: 16

Notable Alumni

Pete Seeger

Class of 1936

He is arguably the most influential folk artist in the United States and his legendary songs have served as anthems for an entire generation of Americans.

Brian Leetch

Class of 1986

NHL Hall of Fame Inductee

Kristin Bush

Class of 1988

Grammy Award Winner and founder of the country group Sugarland

Jonathan Quick

Class of 2005

Two-time NHL Stanley Cup Winner

Colonel James Jamie" E. Hayes III "

Class of 1988

Pentagon Senior Special Operations Planner

Nick Bonino

Class of 2007

Two-Time Stanley Cup Winner

Quotes From Alumni

“The small classes and the attentive teachers at Avon really brought out my confidence. Because of that I went on to do well in college found a great job and went on to open my own company.”

-Stewart Mather, Class of 1997, Founding Partner The Mather Group

“The relational learning that happens at Avon; knowing your teachers also as coaches and dorm heads makes a strong impact on young men.”

-Peter Reed, Class of 1988, Consultant Insurance Practice Leader Spencer Stuart

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 2%

Average Merit Scholarship: 12,000

Current Endowment Amount: $49,300,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: All Boys

Total Boarding: 308

Total Day: 101

Total Enrollment: 409

Boys: 409

Girls: 0

Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

Day Grades Offered: 9-12

School Type: High School

Dress Code: Formal

Applications Accepted: SAO

Application Deadline: January 15th

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $61,250

5-Day Boarding: $61,250

Day Tuition Fee: $46,500

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 34%

Average Awarded: $32,334

School Finances