George School

Newtown

Pennsylvania

United States

Overview

George School is a Quaker co-educational boarding and day school for grades nine through twelve located in Newtown, PA. Founded in 1893, George School offers a broad curriculum including Advanced Placement (AP) classes and the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program, a rigorous two-year course of study. Students come from diverse backgrounds representing 13 US states and 42 countries. 44% of US citizens are students of color. Quaker values such as tolerance, equality and social justice create a diverse community where academics, sports, arts and service learning share emphasis. The George School Mission Statement: "With Quaker tradition as its touchstone and academic excellence at its core, George School seeks to develop citizen scholars cheerfully committed to openness in the pursuit of truth, to service and peace, and to the faithful stewardship of the earth. We want our students to treasure learning for its own sake and to use it to benefit a diverse world. Above all we want them to 'let their lives speak.'"

Academics

Summary: The mission of our College Counseling Office is to help you find a college that is right for you. It is a student-centered process, grounded in self-reflection. Our experienced and knowledgeable college counselors have all worked in selective college admission offices and will help you and your family navigate the ever-changing world of higher education. Our curriculum begins in your first year when you start to build a relationship with the College Counseling Office and you and your family have access to Cialfo. Over your four years at George School, you will attend a series of workshops and seminars that will help you navigate all the components of the application process–from completing the application and writing your essay to developing test-taking strategies and applying for scholarships and financial aid.

Department Director Laura Taylor Kinnel

Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:7

Average Class Size: 14

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 69

Number of AP Courses Offered: 18

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 73%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Center
Peer Tutoring
Study Skills Assistance
Subject Tutoring
Technology Center
Writing Center

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Honors
Literature
Poetry

History

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

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
Latin
Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

Ethics
Faith
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Social Justice
World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics
Psychology
Human Geography

Sciences

Anatomy
Animal Behavior
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Health
Marine Biology
Oceanography
Physical Science
Physics
Physiology
Computer Science
Robotics
Psychology

Math

Algebra
Calculus
Functions
Geometry
Honors Math
Probability
Statistics
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

Computer Studies

Computer Programming
Computer Science
Robotics
Graphic Design

Music

Band
Choral Music
Composition
Music Theory
Orchestra

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Art History
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Film and Video
Graphic Design
Journalism
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Production
Publications
Public Speaking
Sculpture
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
Woodworking
Modern Dance
Orchestra

Special Programs

Community Service
Independent Study
Physical Education
Robotics
Student Council

Distinctive or New Programs

International Baccalaureate

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms:

Average Students Per Dorm: 39

Number of Girls Dorms: 4

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

Game Room
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

All-Weather Track
Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Football Field
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Pool
Pool
Volleyball Court
Softball Diamond
Soccer Field
Tennis Courts
Dance Studio
Weight Room
Athletic Fields
Turf Fields
Equestrian Facilities
Cross Country Trails
Lacrosse Field

Other Facilities

Equestrian Center; Organic Garden; Movement Studio; Ropes Course

Clubs & Organizations

Amnesty International
Asian Club
Astronomy Club
Chess Club
Community Service
Computer Club
Debate Club
Diversity Club
Dorm Proctors
Drama Club
Environmental Club
Foreign Language Clubs
Gardening Club
Horseback Riding
International Club
Investment Club
Jewish Student Organization
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Mock Trial
Model UN
Newspaper
Peer Counseling
Peer Tutoring
Photography Club
Sexualities Club
Snowboarding Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Theater Club
Weightlifting Club
Yearbook
Yoga Club
Robotics
Ultimate Frisbee
GSA
Outdoor Activities

Arts & Athletics

Arts Department Director: Maureen West

Athletics Department Director: Kurt Ruch

Arts

Acting
Art History
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Film and Video
Graphic Design
Journalism
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Production
Publications
Public Speaking
Sculpture
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
Woodworking
Modern Dance
Orchestra

Interscholastic Sports

Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country Running
Dance
Equestrian
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Horseback Riding
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
Indoor Track

Recreational Sports

Aerobics
Badminton
Camping
Dance
Equestrian
Horseback Riding
Kayaking
Swimming
Ultimate Frisbee
Weight Lifting
Zumba
Yoga
Outdoor Activities

Graduates

College Information

Precentage of graduates who attend college: 96%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile	580	550	550
75th percentile	670	700	670

Notable Alumni

Julian Bond

Class of 1957

Mario Capecchi

Class of 1956

Blythe Danner

Class of 1960

Meredith Monk

Class of 1960

Stephen Sondheim

Class of 1946

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 9%

Average Merit Scholarship: 6,900

Current Endowment Amount: $176,500,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: Coed

Total Boarding: 235

Total Day: 287

Total Enrollment: 522

Boys: 267

Girls: 255

Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

Day Grades Offered: 9-12

School Type: High School

Dress Code: Casual

Applications Accepted: SAO

Application Deadline: February 1st

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $66,250

5-Day Boarding: N/A

Day Tuition Fee: $43,900

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 58%

Average Awarded: $36,000

School Finances