St. Anne’s Episcopal School is announcing two new Community Merit Scholarships for $7,500 per year for new Middle School students applying for grades 5-8 for the 2014-15 academic year. An Open House will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 6:00-8pm and an information session and tours on Wednesday, November 20, 8:30-10am to share details
“We are seeking students with strong, well-rounded academic and extracurricular abilities who are entering Grades 5-8. Our hope is they will not only benefit from, but also add to the St. Anne’s community,” explains Middle School Head Lora Byrd.
The Community Merit Scholarships will provide a $7,500 award per year to each of two chosen students for the number of years that they attend the school. Candidates must complete a school application (available at the school and at https://www.saintannesschool.org/scholarship.php) by March 15, 2014 and indicate their desire to be considered for a merit scholarship. Applicants must have an interview and a day of classroom participation. Parents are also expected to tour and meet with school administrators. For details inquire online or contact Jan Ross, Director of Admissions, (302) 378-3179.
The required admission exam and writing sample will be administered on Saturday, March 29. Scholarship recipients will be notified confidentially on April 15, and will be asked to make a decision by May 1, 2014. Once accepted to St. Anne’s, merit scholarship recipients must maintain academic and community standards, which will be reviewed annually.
“Repeating the success of last year, anonymous donors have made it possible for us to offer two more Community Merit Scholarships to reach out to our broader community,” notes Head of School Peter Thayer. “This program supports our commitments to academic excellence, spiritual development, diversity and inclusion – cornerstones of the Episcopal school tradition.”
Since 2002, St. Anne’s has maintained an average class size of 15, and a student/teacher ratio of 7:1 in Preschool (age 3) through Grade 8. “Our students are known by their teachers. We can tailor instruction and focus on joyful learning in this small, caring community,” adds Thayer. “Our curriculum is dynamic and includes science, Spanish, music, art, religion, physical education as well as special electives and interscholastic sports (starting in 6th grade.)”
There is no area residency requirement for the scholarships. Current St. Anne’s students live in all three Delaware counties as well as northern and eastern Maryland and Pennsylvania. The school’s Transportation program details and fees are available online.
The school remains committed to providing financial support to families who cannot meet the entire tuition commitment. All candidates may apply separately for assistance through the St. Anne’s Financial Aid Program, which is need-based and requires an online application each year.
St. Anne’s Episcopal School is a co-ed independent day school for children Preschool (age 3) through 8th grade (https://www.saintannesschool.org). Founded by visionary educators from St. Andrew’s School in 2002, St. Anne’s academic program prepares students for a rigorous high school experience. Located on 125 scenic acres in Middletown, Delaware, the school is committed to the development of the whole child through intellectual, spiritual, physical, social, and artistic growth.
Contact: Jan Ross, Admissions Jenny Randolph, Public Relations
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