Forest Ridge School Of The Sacred Heart

Bellevue

Washington

United States

Overview

At Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, we are 100% girl centered! With 114 years of experience, we are a place where young women can learn to embrace challenges, model resilience, confront injustice, promote equality, and lead globally. Located in the greater Seattle Area, a Forest Ridge education encourages thinking beyond borders of all kinds. We inspire students to challenge themselves intellectually and nurture their own spirituality. Valuing curiosity, inquiry and investigation, each grade-level curriculum is designed to build the skills of flexible thinking, critical reasoning and purposeful collaboration. Reaching across the borders of academic disciplines allows them to draw on learning to be effective agents-of-change. The goal of a Forest Ridge education is to unlock the potential inside of each student. Our dedicated teachers create collaborative, student-led learning environments because they understand how girls learn best—they’re experts in girls’ education. On graduation day, our students see how much Forest Ridge has changed them and they know they’re ready to achieve more than ever before. We also have a residential boarding program for grades 8 - 12, offering interested families from USA and abroad, the opportunity for their daughters to live on campus. From community service to our worldwide Sacred Heart exchange program, yearbook to golf, student government to drama, music and art, Forest Ridge students are prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future. Discover Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart’s remarkable programs and campus at www.forestridge.org

Academics

Summary: The high school academic program reflects the School’s commitment to the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education, particularly Goal II: “Schools of the Sacred educate to a deep respect for intellectual values.” Faculty engage in on-going professional development in order to create rigorous courses that incorporate all forms of critical thinking, while recognizing a variety of learning styles. Our goal is that our students graduate confident of their competence to pursue whatever disciplines interest them in college and that they develop a lifelong love of learning Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart requires 26 credits in the required subject areas (see Course Descriptions at right) for high school graduation. Students take a total of 7 classes during the school day in 9th and 10th grade, and a minimum of 6 classes during the school day in 11th and 12th grade (one study may be taken per semester in junior and senior year). All students also complete a service requirement and write an extended research paper completed in their senior year, which is determined by a student’s English class. Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart graduation requirements exceed the Washington state graduation requirements.

Department Director Jen Nicol

Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1

Average Class Size: 15

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 52

Number of AP Courses Offered: 0

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 85.0%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Center
Learning Differences Support
Peer Tutoring
Study Skills Assistance
Technology Center
Writing Center

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Honors
Literature
Poetry
American Literature
Public Speaking
Composition

History

Classical History
European History
United States History
World History
Art History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

Ethics
Faith
Moral Philosophy
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Social Justice
The Bible
Theology
World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics
Psychology
World Issues

Sciences

Anatomy
Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Geology
Health
Physical Science
Physics
Computer Science

Math

Algebra
Calculus
Functions
Geometry
Honors Math
Probability
Statistics
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Multimedia
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Web Design

Music

Choral Music
Voice
Music Production

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Art History
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Debate
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Publications
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
3-D Art
Modern Dance

Special Programs

Study Abroad
Community Service
Exchange Programs
Personal Finance
Independent Study
Internships
Leadership
Outdoor Education
Maker Space
Physical Education
Public Speaking
Student Council
Entrepreneurship
Robotics

Distinctive or New Programs

AIS-Advanced Integrated Studies- senior capstone class with opportunity to explore a topic of interest beyond the classroom. Self-directed independent study, with Advisor teacher, mentor, and possible internships.

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 1

Average Students Per Dorm: 26

Number of Girls Dorms: 1

Number of Boys Dorms: 0

Dorm Amenities

Game Room
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet
Refrigerator

Other Dorm Amenities

Chef prepared meals, student leadership- prefects help plan weekend activities

Student Life

Array

Facilities

Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Climbing Wall
Technology Center
Volleyball Court
Soccer Field
Tennis Courts
Dance Studio
Weight Room

Other Facilities

9 buildings on 19 acres

Clubs & Organizations

Arts & Athletics

Arts Department Director:

Athletics Department Director: Jeanne Higgins

Arts

Acting
Art History
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Debate
Design
Directing
Drama
Drawing
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Publications
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
3-D Art
Modern Dance

Interscholastic Sports

Basketball
Cross Country Running
Dance
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball

Recreational Sports

Cross Country Running
Dance
Hiking
Outdoor Education
Soccer
Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Yoga
Fitness

Graduates

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Quotes From Alumni

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Summer Programs

Summary: Our Summer Program is a month-long residential English Language Immersion experience. Small class sizes (up to 8 students) enhances English language development. Daily classes include reading writing speaking and listening plus practical application of English via theater dance art and sports. Students also enjoy an array of evening and weekend recreational activities in and around our world-class city: Seattle. Our program works because it offers individual attention based on the Sacred Heart traditions and values.

Department Director: Rosanne Tomich

Summer English Immersion Program

Description: Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart offers girls from around the world on American living and learning experience. The Summer English Immersion Program combines the excitement of the Forest Ridge boarding experience with quality English language instruction.

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Application Deadline:

Start Date: 1970-01-01

End Date: 1970-01-01

Tuition From:

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Boarding:

Financial Aid Available: No

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

Average Merit Scholarship: 8,332

Current Endowment Amount: $40,000,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: All Girls

Total Boarding: 28

Total Day: 237

Total Enrollment: 265

Boys: 0

Girls: 265

Boarding Grades Offered: 8-12

Day Grades Offered: 5-12

School Type: Middle, High School

Dress Code: Casual

Applications Accepted: SAO, Gateway to Prep

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $70,250

5-Day Boarding: $60,800

Day Tuition Fee: $38,325

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: %

Average Awarded: $26,818

School Finances