Boarding School Benefits

BELMONT, MA, Jan 15 (MARKET WIRE) --
Students choose boarding schools for multiple reasons. Small classes,
extracurricular opportunities and an edge in college admissions rank highly
in the minds of many. Of course these are not the only boarding school benefits.
The
list below offers key reasons for attending boarding schools.

Boarding School Life

Boarding schools provide a great opportunity to participate in a wide
variety
of activities, some of which you may never have tried -- from athletics to
debate. You don't just go to class. You're on an athletic team, play in the jazz
band and work as student tour guide for the admission office.

Smaller Scale Academics

Small classes, personal attention and relationships with teachers mean not
getting lost or overlooked in the classroom. Be prepared to participate by
asking questions and knowing your material.

College Counseling/Academic Guidance

Many boarding schools have dedicated college counselors to guide you through
the competitive college admission process. They help you explore the
possibilities and zero in on the schools that best fit your talents and
interests.

Relationships Beyond the Classroom

You get to know your teachers as people. They don't go home at three o'clock
when classes are over; they live with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The classroom is just a small part of a boarding school experience. Some of the
most important learning takes place outside of the classroom.

Family Atmosphere

Boarding schools are committed to fostering a tight knit community. Warm,
friendly, family-like atmospheres are found in many boarding schools.

A Busy Life

Boarding schools provide structure outside the classroom. Afternoon
requirements
(athletics, arts, etc.) and evening study hours keep you engaged throughout
the day.

Parental Communication

Boarding schools communicate the good and the bad with parents -- a phone
call
from a teacher or advisor at early signs of struggle isn't uncommon. Nor is it
out
of the ordinary to hear from the school when their child excels. Parent
participation is encouraged -- they want to hear from you.

About AdmissionsQuest

AdmissionsQuest serves as an online resource for students researching and
applying to boarding schools. AQ provides school search tools, articles about
boarding schools and the admission process and information on affording
boardingschools. AQ also offers boarding school placement services through AQ
Educational Consulting.

Contact:

Peter Baron
President
AdmissionsQuest
Phone: 617-623-4212
Email: Email Contact
Web: www.admissionsquest.com

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