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Guide to Private Independent Schools | 2022
Poughkeepsie Day School
of emerging theories about learning, and respected creativity while fostering democracy and intellectual effort. Today, PDS is at the forefront of progressive teaching in the Hudson Valley, accepting students from PreK through 12th grade. The school emphasizes intentional learning and global citizenship, preparing a new generation of leaders to create a more just world. By offering small class sizes and highly experienced instructors, PDS is able to nurture the independent thinker in all of its students.
For almost 50 years, Woodstock Day School has been a leader in progressive education, providing a socially and environmentally mindful educational journey from Nursery School through Grade 12. WDS has cultivated a learning environment that
is inclusive, developmentally anchored, has expansive social relationships, and is growth oriented. Classrooms are part of a vibrant school community where students feel valued, intrinsic motivation is nurtured, and learning happens through collaborative problem- solving. WDS is committed to valuing every student as an individual and as a member
of the community. The faculty empowers students to confidently embrace life with knowledge, compassion, and perseverance. WDS’ commitment to equity and inclusion encourages, explores, and celebrates differences and commonalities, using these
as challenges and opportunities for the intellectual, personal, and emotional growth of each member of the school. Welcome to WDS.
Prep
Preparatory schools have a long history in America’s northeast region. Dating back
more than a century, most are committed to preparing students for college life and often operate as both day and boarding schools.
Religiously Affiliated
Schools with religious affiliations offer academic programs that relate to their specific religions and the values that are inherent to their faith communities. These schools are tailored to students from the pre-school level through college.
As a single sex college preparatory school with a rich background of
Christian beliefs and values, Immaculate Heart Academy meets the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of today’s ambitious and high-achieving young women. Known for its friendly
family atmosphere as well as academic excellence, the school has been named
by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence; it is also a member of the New Jersey Association
of Independent Schools (NJAIS). Director of Communications Tara Hopfenspirger says, “The quality of our programs, the superiority of our facilities, and the achievements
of our students meet and even exceed the expectations of independent schools throughout the tri-state area.”
Since its founding in 1957, Maria Regina High School has been a distinguished leader in education for young women, providing a rigorous learning environment and strong social and moral guidance in a faith-based tradition. Celebrating 65 years of excellence, Maria Regina is committed
to the values of Scholarship, Service,
Immaculate Heart Academy
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