Summary: Students at The Gow School attend classes ranging in size from three to seven students. Teachers provide individualized attention and extra help, and communicate regularly with parents. All faculty receive on-going training in teaching methods designed to address language based learning disabilities. Multisensory instruction, organizational skills, and study strategies are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Classes meet six days a week and students take a minimum of six academic courses. Each student studies Reconstructive Language, Gow's core reading program. A daily tutorial period and supervised two-hour evening study hall provide students with time to complete assignments and receive assistance from faculty.

Department Director Robin Marshman

Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1

Average Class Size: 5

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 37

Number of AP Courses Offered: 0

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 80.0%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

• Evening Study Assistance
• Learning Differences Support
• Study Skills Assistance
• Subject Tutoring
• ADD/ADHD Support

Special Programs

• Community Service
• Outdoor Education
• Robotics
• Student Council

Distinctive or New Programs

• Reconstructive Language Our Orton Based Phonics C

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 8

Average Students Per Dorm: 24

Number of Girls Dorms: 3

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

• Game Room
• Laundry Facilities
• Lounge
• Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

Dormitory life at Gow is a important part in the life of a Govian. The Dorm becomes the home away from for our students.

Facilities

• Basketball Court
• Fitness Center
• Indoor Basketball Court
• Racquetball Court
• Technology Center
• Volleyball Court
• Squash Court
• Soccer Field
• Tennis Courts
• Dance Studio
• Weight Room
• Athletic Fields
• Cross Country Trails
• Lacrosse Field

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

• Astronomy Club
• Chess Club
• Community Service
• Diversity Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Newspaper
• Student Activities
• Student Government
• Student Publications
• Theater Club
• Weightlifting Club
• Yearbook
• Robotics

Summary: The art department at Gow sends 3-5 students a year to art schools around the world. Our students are very visiual and creative thinkers. They need art to be able to express ideas that may be lost to them if they were only required to express themselves in a medium such as writing or speaking. Physical fitness and athletics are an integral part of daily life at The Gow School. Varsity, junior varsity and middle school teams are offered in soccer, basketball and lacrosse. Additional sports include crew, cross country, wrestling, squash, outdoor education, tennis and skiing. The school's campus provides an ideal setting for fall and spring sports. Gow’s 49,600 square foot athletic facility allows students to compete and train indoors. The gymnasium houses a hardwood basketball area, tennis and squash courts, and a weight training and cardiovascular fitness facility.

Arts Department Director: William Parsons

Athletics Department Director: Mark Szafnicki

Notable Achievements: Local tennis pro

Arts

Interscholastic Sports

• Alpine Skiing
• Basketball
• Crew
• Cross Country Running
• Golf
• Lacrosse
• Outdoor Education
• Snowboarding
• Soccer
• Squash
• Tennis
• Wrestling
• Rowing

Recreational Sports

• Alpine Skiing
• Camping
• Dance
• Hiking
• Ice Hockey
• Mountain Biking
• Nordic Skiing
• Outdoor Education
• Power Lifting
• Snowboarding

Summary: Gow’s College Counseling program helps students identify appropriate colleges, complete applications, prepare for standardized tests, and meet deadlines. Students have extensive access to the College Advising Center which maintains a large collection of resources. College Fairs and Workshops, open to students and parents, are often held on-campus. A standard administration of the PSAT is provided to sophomores and juniors, while a non-standard SAT is offered to upperclassmen. Accommodations may include extended time or a reader.