Maplebrook School

Maplebrook School is a small boarding school in Amenia, New York, that serves adolescents and young adults with learning differences.

Maplebrook School
Location
Amenia
,
New York

United States
Information
TypeCo-ed private, boarding school; Day school[1]
Religious affiliation(s)Interfaith/nonsectarian[1]
Established1945
Head of SchoolJennifer Scully[1]
Faculty34 teachers
Enrollment74 high school students
37 Boys, 37 Girls
95% boarding
40 post-secondary students
Average class size6 students[1]
Student to teacher ratio2:1
Campus98 acres (400,000 m2)
Color(s)Green and White
Athletics17 interscholastic and intramural sports teams
MascotThe Eagles
Rival SchoolRiverview School
Websitewww.maplebrookschool.org

History and Goals

Maplebrook School was founded in 1945 by Serena Merck, Marjorie Finger and Sunny Barlow.[1] These women were pursuing a vision of superior education for youngsters who learn differently and endeavored to create a disciplined environment where academic achievement is valued. Maplebrook's goal is to create a community which values the individual, nourishes trust and confidence, promotes respect and understanding,encourages participation and helps build character.[2][3][4]

Programs

Maplebrook offers educational programs both for high school students and for post-secondary studies. There are two post-secondary programs: the C.A.P.S Program - Center for the Advancement of Post Secondary Studies; and the T.L.C. Program - Transitional Living Center.[5]

Maplebrook main campus

Campus and facilities

Maplebrook is situated in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains approximately 90 miles (140 km) north of New York City. The school consists of twenty-nine buildings in addition to tennis courts, a swimming pool and athletic fields spread throughout the campus.[6][7]

Academic facilities

The academic complex contains seventeen classrooms, including a science laboratory, a home and consumer economics classroom, and two computer resource centers. The computer resource centers are fully equipped with new computers, printers, CD-ROM players, and computer projection for large group instruction. The facilities also include a bookstore, horticulture lab, woodworking shop and a library containing more than 7,000 volumes. In addition, there are several tutoring rooms, and offices for psychologist, speech and language therapist, chaplain, nurse, and other administrative personnel in addition to a student center, mail room, and a school store.[6][7]

Athletic facilities

Outdoor facilities include tennis courts, basketball courts, a horse-back riding facility, and athletic fields for soccer, field hockey, and other team sports. In addition to the gymnasium, the campus boasts of a weight and fitness center and an indoor heated pool.[6][7]

Dormitories and other facilities

Most academic students live with a roommate in one of the campus' four dormitories. There are lounge and study areas with access to computers within each of the dormitories. As with most private boarding schools, a faculty member resides on each floor in the dormitories and students eat their meals in the main dining hall.[6][7]

Students

Currently, about 115 students attend Maplebrook School. There are 74 students in the academic program (split evenly between boys and girls) and 40 students in the post-secondary programs. Approximately 95% of the students at the school live on campus.

Faculty

There are 34 teachers at Maplebrook, allowing for personalized interaction between students and teachers due to a student/teacher ratio of 2:1.[1]

Extracurricular activities

Every student is required to participate in three sports each academic year. In the Fall, students can participate in soccer, field hockey, cross country, and equestrian activities. During the Winter the choices are basketball, cheerleading, swimming, skiing, and equestrian activities. In the Spring the activities are softball, track and field, tennis, and equestrian activities.[8]

Intramural sports are also available throughout the academic year. Some intramural choices are floor hockey, volleyball, golf, hiking, cycling, and weight/fitness, though more options are available if there is sufficient interest by students.[8]

Accreditations

Maplebrook School is accredited by The New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) and The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.[9] Some students advance to higher education and a few have earned four-year college degrees. But for most, the goal after Maplebrook is to live and work independently.

References
  1. "Maplebrook School - Amenia, New York". Private School Review. 11 February 2008. Retrieved 8 October 2008.
  2. Scully, Jennifer. (2000) The Power of Social Skills in Character Development: Helping Diverse Learners Succeed.. New York: National Professional Resources
  3. "Maplebrook School: Mission and Goals". Archived from the original on 1 December 2007. Retrieved 5 March 2008.
  4. Rossman, Eva, ed. (2008). The Partnership Years. New York: Eagle Press.
  5. "Maplebrook School: Programs". Archived from the original on 28 March 2008. Retrieved 24 March 2008.
  6. "Maplebrook School: Facilities". Archived from the original on 24 March 2007. Retrieved 24 March 2008.
  7. Parent and Student Handbook: Maplebrook School.2007-2008 edition. New York: Moore & More Printing.
  8. "Maplebrook School: Athletics". Archived from the original on 20 May 2006. Retrieved 24 March 2008.
  9. Maplebrook School: Accredited By

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