Loomis Chaffee School is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12 located in Windsor, CT.

Hopkins is a traditional, independent, coeducational day school of 713 students in grades 7-12. The third oldest independent school in the country, Hopkins School has a distinguished history that spans more than 360 years. Located on a 108-acre campus overlooking New Haven, the School takes pride in its distinguished faculty and a dedicated staff.

Westminster School enjoys a reputation as one of the finest college-preparatory schools, and certainly one of the very top small boarding schools, in the country. The challenging academic program, grounded in the liberal arts tradition, prepares students in grades 9-12 and postgraduate for academic success and the rigors of college while cultivating in them a love of learning that becomes a lifelong habit. Westminster School is a diverse, close-knit community of 89 faculty and 385 students (two-thirds boarding, one-third day students) from across the country and around the world. Nearly one third of the students receive financial aid from the more than $3.2 million awarded each year.

GFA engages students as partners in an innovative, inclusive and globally minded community to prepare them for a life of purpose.

Founded in 1843 by lifelong scholar and educator, Sarah Porter, Miss Porter’s School is a college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades nine through 12. Located in the center of Farmington, Conn., Porter’s offers a diverse high school experience with 320 students hailing from 27 states and representing 16 countries. The school educates young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens who will shape a changing world. For more information about our school, please visit www.porters.org. For those looking to learn more about our employment opportunities, please visit: www.porters.org/Page/Explore/Employment

Avon is a boarding & day school for boys in grades 9-12 and PGs, and is best known for its rigorous academics, supportive faculty, exuberant school spirit, and a friendly sense of community with strong athletic, music, and arts programs.

MISSION Suffield Academy is a coeducational independent secondary school serving a diverse community of day and boarding students. Our school has a tradition of academic excellence combined with a strong work ethic. A commitment to scholarship and a respect for individual differences guide our teaching and curriculum. We engender among our students a sense of responsibility, and they are challenged to grow in a structured and nurturing environment. The entire academic, athletic, and extracurricular experience prepares our students for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and active citizenship. HEAD OF SCHOOL Charles Cahn III STUDENT BODY 410 students: 275 boarding / 135 day Grades 9-PG 55% male / 45% female Students from 19 states 60 International students from 29 countries, comprising 15% of the school's enrollment Average class size is 10 students FACULTY 87 dedicated men and women are on the faculty at Suffield Academy, 61 of whom have or are working toward graduate degrees Faculty members and their families live on campus and serve as advisors, coaches, dormitory parents, activity supervisors and trip leaders 90% of faculty members live on campus DORMITORIES 13 total, ranging in size from 7 to 46 students Dorms range in style from traditional dormitories to colonial-era houses All dorms are run by full-time faculty members All dorm rooms are wired for both telephone and Internet use All dorms have a common area with cable television

Hamden Hall Country Day School is a nurturing and inclusive PreSchool through Grade 12 community with a dynamic learning environment that promotes academic excellence by understanding each child and fostering their individual growth. From the school’s notable beginnings in 1912 as the nation’s fourth country day school to its current standing as a hallmark of excellence, Hamden Hall continues to embrace the spirit of family and community that has defined the campus since its opening days. So while rigorous academics underscore all we do, we also care about the kinds of people our graduates become and pride ourselves on our socially considerate atmosphere.

The Frederick Gunn School, founded in 1850, is a co-ed boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 as well as a post-graduate year. Mr. Gunn had a deep appreciation for the natural world, believing that in nature students understand themselves as humans and their place in the world. He took a principled stand against slavery and spurred students (and the town at large) to examine their beliefs.  In addition to the habits and skills students will need in college and life beyond, we teach them to follow Mr. Gunn’s example: to cultivate wisdom, to be trailblazers, to act with conviction, and to value character as highly as intellect and achievement.

Kingswood Oxford School is a coeducational, private college preparatory day school for strong and motivated students in grades 6-12, located just steps from Blue Back Square in West Hartford, CT and minutes from I84. KO serves 508 students from 62 towns in Connecticut, western Massachusetts, and China. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges, KO values academic and co-curricular excellence, ethical citizenry, and meaningful relationships with students and their families. KO students are a determined group who embrace the school's core values of demonstrating honesty, integrity, respect, working hard, becoming involved and learning with passion and perseverance. A KO education challenges students to become their best selves so they reach their full potential. Small classes are taught by exceptional teachers who encourage students to engage both widely and deeply in the liberal arts and sciences. As a result, KO students become clear, confident communicators, resourceful problem solvers, and innovative and ethical leaders. Graduates are well rounded and prepared remarkably well for the challenges of highly selective colleges and equipped for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

Founded in 1935, Renbrook School is a co-ed private day school serving students in Preschool through Grade 8 in West Hartford, CT. Fueled by a tradition of innovation, self-discovery, and the pursuit of excellence, Renbrook School places students at the center of their learning. We educate and inspire students to develop the character, knowledge, and creativity to lead in an increasingly global and inclusive world. In a nurturing community, Renbrook students gain the skills and dispositions of engaged, life-long learners. Renbrook School prizes respect, integrity, empathy, tenacity, and service to others. We believe in the power of a supportive community to effectively instill these values in our students.

The Ethel Walker School is an independent, college preparatory, boarding and day school for girls in grades six through 12 plus a postgraduate year. Since 1911, The Ethel Walker School has excelled at preparing students to make a difference in the world. Members of this diverse community are dedicated to scholarship, the arts, athletics, wellness and service. The satisfaction of achievement and joy of friendship are fundamental principles as the School empowers girls to lead with integrity, respect, confidence, courage, conviction and a love of learning.