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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Anyone familiar with Madeira? 
Yes, my DD is a sophomore and it is an all-girls 1/2 boarding 1/2 day school near DC. 
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?  
I would say all of the above.  They have strong programs in all areas.  Unlike some schools in the area, you do not have to be a sports star to be on the team and you don't have to be an academician to succeed here.
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like? 
Co-Curriculum is the best part of the Madeira experience.  My DD currently a sophomore spent five full weeks at a Title I school assisting in a first grade classroom.  That's 200 hours of community service, the benefit of knowing what it is like in a real work environment and the growth of being among students who are less fortunate then herself.  Next year she will be on the hill with a 18 year senator.  You can't beat the opportunity to see our government in action.  Her senior year she will select (on her own) what interests her and the Co-Curricum department will assist her in finding a placement to pursue her passion and interest.
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at? 
Madeira is competitive.  They are looking for high SSAT, GPA and maturity.  
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.

My DD loves the school.  There is a great deal of faculty support.  Being girl focused helps young girls reach for leadership opportunities and challenges them both academically and personally. [/quote][/quote]

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