It is designed instead to involve and educate the bright, active, and interested side of each child rather than to dwell on the student's limitations and difficulties. Students come from throughout the United States and occasionally from other countries. A fifth grader might, for instance, take Math, General Science, Western Hemisphere, English, and Writing Lab. A tenth grader might take Geometry, Biology, Modern World History, Concepts in Literature, and Language Arts. Courses follow a traditional curriculum but may be modified to fit the needs of particular students.
Most students have about an hour of homework each day.
Dorm Life Afternoon, evening, and weekend hours are as important in the life and development of a student as are the hours spent in class. Faculty members, especially dorm parents, are fully involved with students throughout the day. They are also actively involved in helping students struggle through the stresses and challenges of living with other people and growing up. Each dorm has single and double rooms for students, a living room, a kitchen, and rooms for the dorm parents. School days include a short recess after lunch and an activity period after school.