Summary: A Loomis education is built on the pillars of excellence and opportunity. We provide a rigorous academic environment where excellence is both modeled and expected, and we offer abundant opportunities for our students to nurture their intellectual curiosity. Students can choose from more than 250 courses, including almost 60 on the advanced and college level, and take advantage of experiential learning programs through independent study (ISP), co-curricular projects, off-campus study, and international travel. The Office of Experiential Learning helps students identify programs right for them. And if a student's passion lies with global or environmental studies, our Global & Environmental Studies Certificate program is perfect choice. The breadth and depth of the Loomis curriculum and our innovative faculty prepare students well for college and beyond while inspiring them to push the limits of their perceived abilities.

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Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1

Average Class Size: 12

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 85

Number of AP Courses Offered: 0

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 66%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Noteworthy Information:
“One of the best student success rates in AP math and science courses in Connecticut ” according to the College Board.

Learning Support

• Evening Study Assistance
• Learning Center
• Learning Differences Support
• Peer Tutoring
• Study Skills Assistance
• Subject Tutoring
• Technology Center
• Writing Center

English

• Creative Writing
• Honors
• Literature
• Playwriting
• Poetry

History

• Asian History
• European History
• Honors
• United States History
• World History

Foreign Languages

• Chinese-Mandarin
• French
• Latin
• Spanish
• Arabic

Religion / Philosophy

• Ethics
• Faith
• Moral Philosophy
• Philosophy
• Religious Studies
• The Bible
• World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

• Economics
• Psychology

Sciences

• Anatomy
• Astronomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Health
• Microbiology
• Physical Science
• Physics

Math

• Algebra
• Calculus
• Functions
• Geometry
• Honors Math
• Probability
• Statistics
• Trigonometry

Computer Studies

• Computer Science

Music

• Band
• Choral Music
• Composition
• Individual Instructions
• Music History
• Music Theory
• Orchestra
• Soflege/Ear Training
• Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

• Acting
• Animation
• Art History
• Ballet
• Ceramics
• Choreography
• Dance
• Debate
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Lighting Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Production
• Publications
• Public Speaking
• Screen-Printing
• Silkscreen
• Stagecraft
• Studio Art
• Television Production
• Modern Dance

Special Programs

• Study Abroad
• Community Service
• Exchange Programs
• Independent Study

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 13

Average Students Per Dorm: 40

Number of Girls Dorms: 6

Number of Boys Dorms: 7

Dorm Amenities

• Laundry Facilities
• Lounge
• Vending Machines
• Wireless Internet
• Full Kitchen

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

• All-Weather Track
• Baseball Field
• Basketball Court
• Fitness Center
• Football Field
• Indoor Basketball Court
• Indoor Pool
• Pool
• Technology Center
• Volleyball Court
• Squash Court
• Tennis Courts
• Dance Studio
• Weight Room

Other Facilities

Ice Rink; Turf Fields; Snack Bar/Student Center (SNUG); Ceramics/Sculpture Studio; Painting Studio; Drawing Studio; Printmaking Studio; Photography Studio; Three Art Galleries; Theater Music Performance; Hall Band Room; Individual Music Practice Rooms; Green House; Planetarium; Robotics Lab

Clubs & Organizations

• Amnesty International
• Asian Club
• Astronomy Club
• Chess Club
• Community Service
• Computer Club
• Debate Club
• Diversity Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Environmental Club
• Fencing Club
• Foreign Language Clubs
• Habitat for Humanity
• International Club
• Jewish Student Organization
• Literary Magazine
• Math Club
• Model UN
• Newspaper
• Outing Club
• Peer Counseling
• Peer Tutoring
• Photography Club
• Quiz Bowl
• SADD
• Sexualities Club
• Student Activities
• Student Government
• Student Publications
• Theater Club
• Yearbook
• Yoga Club

Summary: Loomis Chaffee students in dance, theater, music, and visual arts, have many opportunities to develop the creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration skills necessary for both academic and personal success. Loomis' wide-ranging curriculum is taught by instructors who are accomplished artists, musicians, and performers in their own right, as well as committed professional educators. The Hubbard Music Center, the Norris Ely Orchard Theater, and the Richmond Art Center feature purpose-built performance and exhibition spaces that enhance students' learning experiences, and provide enjoyment for the entire community. Jennifer McCandless leads the Visual Arts Department, Sue Chrzanowski leads the Music Department, and Candice Chigotis leads the Theater/Dance Department. Loomis Chaffee offers athletic opportunities and activities that appeal to all interested. Each term, students choose from physical education courses, intramural sports, and interscholastic teams. Program features include: 60 interscholastic varsity, junior varsity and thirds teams; 26 intramural offerings; daytime classes in fitness and wellness, tennis and squash, weight training, core strength, aerobic conditioning and lifeguard training, along with a full dance program. Since fall 2017 our interscholastic teams have won New England championships (NEPSAC) in girls and boys soccer, girls volleyball, and girls squash. We have also won Founders League titles in girls and boys cross country and soccer, boys swimming and diving, girls ice hockey, girls lacrosse, boys baseball, girls and boys basketball, and boys track and field. Sue Cabot is the Athletic Director. For more information about these programs please visit www.loomischaffee.org

Arts Department Director: Susan Chrzanowski

Athletics Department Director: Susan Cabot

Notable Achievements: 30 Founders League championships in past 5 years NEPSAC Champions Girls Volleyball 2018 NEPSAC Champions Girls & Boys Soccer 2017

Arts

• Acting
• Animation
• Art History
• Ballet
• Ceramics
• Choreography
• Dance
• Debate
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Lighting Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Production
• Publications
• Public Speaking
• Screen-Printing
• Silkscreen
• Stagecraft
• Studio Art
• Television Production
• Modern Dance

Interscholastic Sports

• Alpine Skiing
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country Running
• Diving
• Equestrian
• Field Hockey
• Football
• Golf
• Ice Hockey
• Lacrosse
• Soccer
• Softball
• Squash
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball
• Water Polo
• Wrestling

Recreational Sports

• Aerobics
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Camping
• Canoeing
• Dance
• Field Hockey
• Hiking
• Outdoor Education
• Soccer
• Squash
• Tennis
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Weight Lifting

College Information

Precentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Notable Alumni

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