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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Based on DS’ high school experience at SAAS, I would call out a few additional benefits: Some really small classes, almost tutorials, and the ability to pursue independent study means strong faculty relationships. The 4-year religion requirement provides an incredible foundation for rigorous thought and precision of written expression, especially from a philosophical perspective. A willingness by the administration to meet the students where they are at in terms of advanced study and create opportunities/classes to meet those needs. A super dedicated performing arts faculty that punches way above its weight for theater especially and musical performance. Fun and interesting annual spring break and summer study/travel opportunities (Greece, Spain, Italy, Ireland). A rare 4-year Arabic language program that provides many students with additional opportunities for competitive scholarships and high school study abroad (like NYSLI). All that, plus nice boys and a lovely parent community.

WRT to workload, it was an adjustment in 9th grade but then fell into the groove and 3-4 hours of work per night in 11-12 doesn’t jive with what we see. Probably more like an hour during the school day in free periods and an hour or so at home. More intensive time investment on weekends when papers due or tests in some of the tougher subjects for him. All in all, pretty normal.

Definitely recommend it for the right fit student. A visit should pretty quickly rule it in or out for your DS. [/quote]

Everything you say is true except for the HW load.  Our son has about the 3 or 4 hours of work daily.  But he is not the most efficient of students.  But if you are a bright kid, this is an amazing school.  The boys are such nice kids and having the monks on campus has been such a great experience.  The religion classes are more philosophy type classes that are rigorous and thought provoking.  You could not ask for a better community. [/quote]

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