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June 20 - July 22, 2016
June 20 - July 22, 2016
SUMMER
SUMMER
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5-week academic program for boys ages 13-20.
(Program options for both day and boarding students.)
The Oxford Academy’s mission is to create a
supportive learning community for young men built
on the values of trust, respect and integrity. At the
heart of the Oxford Method is the belief that
students, in partnership with their teachers, will find
success through increased self-awareness and
strategic effort. In a boarding environment with a
holistic approach, Oxford’s individualized education
balances one-to-one and collaborative learning
experiences that challenge each young man to reach
his potential.
Institutional accreditation by New England
Association of Schools and Colleges.
Contact:
Admissions
1393 Boston Post Road
Westbrook, CT 06498
t: 860-399-6247
f: 860-399-5555
admissions@oxfordacademy.net
www.oxfordacademy.net
FOR BOTH BOARDING
AND DAY STUDENTS
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
COURSE OFFERINGS (non-credit)
Whether boarding or day, Oxford’s one-to-one program of
individualized instruction accommodates learners with
many goals at middle and high school levels.
Enrichment: Customized courses incorporate individual
interest with challenging expectations.
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English Literature and Composition
Mathematics (Pre-Algebra through Calculus)
Core Social Studies and Electives
Core Lab Sciences and Electives
English as a Second Language
Spanish, French, and Latin
Art, Photography, & Portfolio Development
ADDITIONAL FEE-BASED OPTIONS
Sailing Lessons: Summer session students may choose to
participate in sailing lessons three days a week at a local
marina. They will be taught basic sailing, navigation,
racing techniques, and various tactics on a Colgate 26
sailboat. Students of varying abilities are welcome.
Credit Recovery: By prearrangement with a student’s
home school, material can be covered to earn credit for
incomplete or failed coursework.
Marine Biology: A hands-on course taking advantage of
our proximity to the Long Island Sound and organizations
such as Project Oceanology.
Cogmed: This five week computer-based program
improves working memory and attention. Supported by
coaches, students train daily, learn new strategies to
improve executive functioning, and push the limits of their
cognitive abilities. Common benefits include improved
reading comprehension, problem solving, impulse control,
organization, social skills, and attention.
PROGRAMS & FEES
Social Studies: A group course focused on pressing current
events as well as historical and political moments of the late
20th & early 21st century.
Tennis Lessons: Oxford offers students private tennis
lessons with an accredited tennis professional. Students of
varying abilities are welcome.
Skill Building: Instruction is geared toward closing gaps
in content knowledge and skill development.
Program Options
Course Load
Fee
SEMINAR COURSES (½ credit)
SPECIAL COURSES (non-credit)
Full Boarding
(with sports and
activities)
3-4 courses
$8,155
English as a Second Language: One-to-one daily English
classes at the intermediate to advanced level, building
writing, reading comprehension, and oral expression skills.
Day Student (noncredit)
Up to 4 courses
$1,200/course
Study Skills: Guided practice in organization and time
management, summarizing, note-taking, test preparation,
and writing.
Day Student
(½ credit)
Marine Biology
Social Studies
$2,000/course
Summer College Search: Rising seniors build a college
list, develop the personal essay, and begin work on the
Common Application.