Bates College, widely regarded as one of the finest liberal arts colleges in the nation, is dedicated to the principle of active engagement. A 10-1 student-faculty ratio makes possible close collaborations in classroom and laboratory, and the Bates learning experience is honed through seminars, research, service-learning, and the capstone of senior thesis. Typically, two-thirds of Bates'​ 1,700 students study abroad. Co-curricular life is rich: most students participate in club and varsity sports; many participate in performing arts; and almost all students participate in one of more than 90 student-run clubs or organizations. Alumni frequently cite the capacities they developed at Bates for critical assessment, analysis, expression, aesthetic sensibility and independent thought. About 40 percent of students participate in career internships, and more than two-thirds of recent graduates enroll in graduate study within 10 years after graduation. Bates was founded in 1855 by Maine abolitionists, and Bates graduates have always included men and women from diverse racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds.

St. Johnsbury Academy is a leading independent school in Vermont serving both day and boarding students. SJA provides a unique education experience on our beautiful New England campus. Our world-class education is truly comprehensive, incorporating classes ranging from Latin to fashion design to Robotics and Engineering. We welcome 260 boarding students from over 26 countries annually, focusing on the importance of diversity and inter-cultural understanding. We offer each student the level of support he or she needs by keeping classes small and our teacher-to-student ratio low (1:8). Our small town and surrounding community make the Academy one of the most peaceful and beautiful schools in which students can develop, both academically and personally.

THE ACADEMY Established in 1820 Independent, co-educational boarding/day school Grades 9-12 and postgraduate First boarding school partnership with Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence ACADEMICS Team-based teaching Collaborative and project-based learning Interim Studies Program Multi-level classrooms Mastery based curriculum Advanced Placement courses Academic Support programs since 1975 Integrated social and emotional learning program THE CAMPUS 80 acres with classic New England facilities Half mile shoreline on Lake Winnipesaukee Located in “Oldest Summer Resort in America” Six lakeside athletic fields 18 student/faculty residences STUDENTS 360 Students; 80 percent boarding; 20 percent day Represent 23 states and 21 foreign countries 35 percent of students receive financial aid FACULTY 60 full-time teachers Student/Teacher ratio 6:1 Seven faculty teams Brewster Summer Institute for professional development COLLEGE AND BEYOND 100 percent acceptance at four-year colleges and universities Road Map to College program High college retention results COMMUNITY LIFE Community service program More than 25 clubs and organizations Spectacular outdoor programs and activities Challenging student leadership opportunities ATHLETICS National and New England championship teams Successful history of college athletic placements Thirty interscholastic, recreational, and instructional offerings Only independent school with an outdoor turf and an indoor convertible turf Nine tennis courts Indoor rowing tank 200-meter indoor track Use of 18-hole Clive Clark championship golf course THE ARTS Traditional arts courses and the latest in digital arts Enrichment offerings for afternoon activities Advanced courses in visual and performing arts Private instruction offered in voice and instruments Seasonal theatre productions Dance instruction by Joffrey Ballet-trained instructor

New Hampton School cultivates lifelong learners who will serve as active global citizens. We define global citizenship as: - Experiencing, exploring, and appreciating world cultures, traditions, histories, languages, and religions. - Connecting to relevant economic, social, and political issues to gain a sense of international-mindedness. - Engaging with real world issues to gain optimism, compassion, and empathy for individuals and communities that differ from those we know. - Using analytical thinking and social skills to be creative and to communicate effectively through academics, athletics, artistic expression, and service. - Increasing awareness of our relationship and responsibility to global sustainability. We enhance the potential of students and promote academic success and development of caring community members. Our students are talented artists, athletes, and leaders who often learn best through hands-on experiences.

For more than fifty years, Unity Environmental University has been preparing the next generation of environmental professionals and leaders to successfully face real-world challenges. With environmentally-focused degrees, Unity Environmental University offers affordable and accessible bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, certificates, and non-degree courses through a variety of modalities including hybrid, in-person, Hyflex, and online.

Gould Academy is a private, co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school founded in 1835 in the small town of Bethel, Maine. The school offers competitive skiing and snowboarding programs, although unlike specialized ski academies, it remains first and foremost a college-prep school with strong arts and experiential learning programs.

Cheverus High School is a private, Jesuit college preparatory school which exists to educate ambitious students in Southern Maine, by educating the 'whole person:'​ fostering intellectual, spiritual, physical and personal excellence. The Cheverus education is inspired by the teachings of the founder of the Jesuits, St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556). Ignatius'​ vision of the “magis” challenges the entire Cheverus community to seek the “greater good” and to embody this vision by becoming men and women for and with others.

Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) has evolved to offer a variety of mental health support services to a diverse population of “hard to treat” and “difficult to place” adolescents. Our targeted services include home and community-based treatment, residential treatment programs, group homes, and special education schools. MPA is known for its ability to achieve successful outcomes with difficult-to-serve individuals throughout New England. We exist to change the lives of youth and families struggling with behavioral and mental health issues.

With a history spanning over 150 years, Spaulding Academy & Family Services is a leading provider of educational, residential, therapeutic and community-based programs and services for families, and children and youth with neurological, emotional, behavioral, learning or developmental challenges, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and those who have experienced significant trauma, abuse or neglect. Our collaborative team of experts delivers individually tailored services to children and families with a variety of needs. These services are provided where they are needed most, through the Spaulding Academy, residential program, clinical services, community-based services and foster care programs. Each day, we strive to provide meaningful experiences to the individuals we serve with the goal of increasing skills for independence and active learning across the lifespan. Beyond our campus, we partner with outside members of each child’s support team to ensure their progress is lasting. The Spaulding Academy & Family Services community actively balances a focus on each child’s right to a childhood, while working to ensure that children and families have the skills to enjoy a bright future. Our highly trained, experienced and compassionate professional staff shares a commitment to excellence in providing quality services to children and youth and to measuring and evaluating outcomes for continuous improvement. Highly regarded consultants work with us regularly to supplement our staff’s expertise. Our programs and services are designed to improve and enrich the lives of our students, and to help them attain permanency and make lifelong connections. We measure our success by our children’s success in academic growth, in returning to families and communities or transitioning to the least restrictive living environment that will accommodate their needs. Visit www.spauldingservices.org today to learn more.

Founded in 1804, Hebron Academy is a small, independent, college preparatory boarding and day school for boys and girls in grades six through postgraduate. Students from across the United States and around the world are challenged and inspired to reach their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit through small classes, knowledgeable teachers who provide individual attention, and a friendly, respectful atmosphere. Hebron offers a comprehensive curriculum in language arts and literature, mathematics, science, foreign languages, and history and boasts vibrant athletic and fine arts programs that enrich students of diverse backgrounds and interests. Hebron is located on the eastern edge of Maine’s White Mountains and is accredited by New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Mission Bridgton Academy's mission is to provide a program for young men in a unique, one-year postgraduate environment to prepare for the rigors of college and beyond. Bridgton Academy consists of an adult community committed to developing the whole student by providing a dynamic and challenging skills-based curriculum, a diverse campus life, and an appropriate extracurricular program to promote mental, social, and physical growth. The Bridgton Academy graduate should have grown through the postgraduate experience so that he enters college with improved confidence, values, judgment, life skills, and maturity to succeed. Bridgton Academy Values * Bridgton Academy values intellectual vitality, which is characterized by knowledge, creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. * Bridgton Academy values community, which is characterized by a culture which respects ethics and diversity, and which practices caring, empathy, fairness, trust, civility, and collaboration. * Bridgton Academy values sportsmanship, which is characterized by hard work, fair play, and mutual respect. * Bridgton Academy values personal and institutional accountability, which is characterized by honesty, openness, clarity, and shared ethical standards. * Bridgton Academy values excellence in all its endeavors. A continuous pursuit of quality is essential in achieving excellence.

The Thornton Academy experience prepares students for a changing world, providing opportunities to learn, grow, innovate and succeed. Thornton Academy is an independent school that develops 6-12th grade learners who are respectful, responsible, compassionate, and invested. Founded in 1811, our community takes pride in carrying on our strong sense of tradition. Supportive of diverse ideas, cultures, and dreams, our co-educational, non-sectarian institution engages local, regional, and global perspectives. Our commitment to excellence encourages students to flourish; the breadth of the academic program is tailored to the needs of our diverse student population. Comprehensive offerings in athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities inspire students to pursue their passions. Thornton Academy is a co-educational school located 20 minutes from Portland, Maine, and 1.5 hours north of Boston. Thornton enrolls students from the surrounding towns of Saco, Dayton, and Arundel, as well as students from 35 different countries. Learn more at: www.thorntonacademy.org