Summary: At Marvelwood, we have long delivered an academic program that is customized to each student's interests and needs, one that is intentionally challenging and appropriately supportive, one that is sensitive to and accommodating of learning differences. The academic program is geared to providing a strong preparation for college and laying the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity, inquiry, and learning. We continually adjust our curricula with an eye to providing the most engaging and stimulating academic program possible.

Department Director Heather Hunt

Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1

Average Class Size: 10

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 47

Number of AP Courses Offered: 8

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 50%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

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

English

• Creative Writing
• Honors
• Literature

History

• Asian History
• European History
• Honors
• Medieval History
• United States History
• World History

Foreign Languages

• French
• Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

• Ethics
• Philosophy
• World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

• Economics
• Psychology

Sciences

• Anatomy
• Animal Behavior
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Earth Science
• Environmental Science
• Health
• Marine Biology
• Oceanography
• Ornithology
• Physical Science
• Physics
• Physiology

Math

Computer Studies

• Computer Applications
• Computer Programming

Music

• Band
• Choral Music
• History of Jazz
• Individual Instructions
• Music Appreciation
• Music History
• Music Theory
• Orchestra
• Songwriting
• Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ceramics
• Choreography
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Fiber Arts
• Graphic Design
• Journalism
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Publications
• Screenwriting
• Sculpture
• Studio Art
• Theater Arts
• Theater Design
• 3-D Art

Special Programs

• Community Service
• Exchange Programs
• Independent Study
• Leadership
• Outdoor Education

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 4

Average Students Per Dorm: 35

Number of Girls Dorms: 2

Number of Boys Dorms: 2

Dorm Amenities

• Laundry Facilities
• Lounge
• Vending Machines
• Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

Marvelwood is exceptionally proud of its diversity; our student body is made up of young people from all over the world, with different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences. Students live and work with people from all over the world. In getting to know others and their many differences, they also discover how much they have in common. We encourage our students to learn from each others' experiences and beliefs in order to build a common and evolving school character.

Facilities

• Baseball Field
• Basketball Court
• Fitness Center
• Indoor Basketball Court
• Volleyball Court
• Softball Diamond
• Soccer Field
• Tennis Courts
• Dance Studio
• Cross Country Trails
• Lacrosse Field

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

• Amnesty International
• Community Service
• Diversity Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Environmental Club
• Habitat for Humanity
• Horseback Riding
• International Club
• Math Club
• Model UN
• National Honor Society
• Newspaper
• Peer Counseling
• Peer Tutoring
• Photography Club
• Student Activities
• Student Government
• Student Publications
• Theater Club
• Yearbook
• Yoga Club
• Young Republicans
• Robotics
• Peer Mediators

Arts Department Director: Pamela Wesr

Athletics Department Director: Zach Maizel

Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ceramics
• Choreography
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Fiber Arts
• Graphic Design
• Journalism
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Publications
• Screenwriting
• Sculpture
• Studio Art
• Theater Arts
• Theater Design
• 3-D Art

Interscholastic Sports

• Alpine Ski Racing
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country Running
• Equestrian
• Lacrosse
• Mountain Biking
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Wrestling

Recreational Sports

• Camping
• Canoeing
• Dance
• Golf
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding
• Mountain Biking
• Nordic Ski Racing
• Outdoor Education
• Rock Climbing
• Snowboarding
• Tennis
• Weight Lifting
• Yoga
• Skiing

Summary: The College Counseling department helps students identify schools that will meet their needs academically and provide an appropriate environment for continuing personal and intellectual growth. A highly individualized process, students and their families receive informed advice and guidance at every stage.

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile
75th percentile

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Notable Alumni

Quotes From Alumni