Thornton Academy 桑頓中學 (緬因州 ME)

Features

Building on a tradition of strong college-preparatory programming, Thornton's academic approach encourages creative and critical thinking and self-discovery through comprehensive core offerings in English, math, history, science, fine arts and wellness as well as in a full range of advanced placement, honors, foreign language, fine and performing arts, wellness, technology and business courses. By combining a strong core program with a range of electives, students’ abilities are challenged and their interests are met.

 

Thornton strives to provide a personalized approach while being large enough to offer a broad range of opportunities for students. During the 2012-13 school year, TA will offer courses in 8 foreign languages, 16 AP courses, evening courses and online courses made possible by TAOnline, a virtual course management system.

The Basics
Setting	90 miles from Boston
School Type	Private coed boarding school
Tuition	US$42,000 - $43,000
Housing	Homestay or boarding
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School Website	http://www.thorntonacademy.org/default.aspx

General Information
State	Maine (ME)
Location	Saco
Nearest City	Portland
Environment	Small town
Campus Size	80 acres
Year Founded	1811
Admission Req.m	HK F.3
Academic Calendar	Fall/ Summer
Level Offered	Grade 9-12
Enrollment	Approximately 1220 students
Student-to-Teacher	14:1
ESL	Yes

Academic Programs:

Adv Math (3), Alg II/Geometry (2), Anat & Phy (2), APCalculusAB(3), AP Lit/Comp. (3), AP Stats (3), Astronomy (2), Calculus A (3), CP English IV (2), CT Math IV (1), English IV (1), Envir Sci (2), Honors Eng IV (3), Marine Biology (2), Political Sci (2)

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Campus:

Garland Auditorium, Linnell Gymnasium, Hyde Library, Hill Stadium, tennis courts, athletic fields, classroom buildings, theater, arts wing, television studio, student and faculty residences, athletic stadium with a track and numerous playing fields

 

Students Life:

Archive Club, Carpe Diem (Newspaper), Chinese Club, Classics Club, French Club, German Club, Math Team, Anime Club, Chamber Orchestra, Chess Team, Table Top Game Club, Environmental Club, Cycling Club, Civil Rights, Civil Rights, Green Team, Student Council, Natural Peer Helpers/Mediators

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