Boys' Latin Boarding Viewbook

BOARDING

Welcome to Lake Avenue Our small School and small boarding community create the perfect environment for boys to grow

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WHAT MAKES BOYS’ LATIN STAND ABOVE THE CROWD — THE PEOPLE. Building enduring personal relationships is the heart of a Boys’ Latin education. We cultivate an atmosphere that feels like family, and the boys form bonds of brotherhood that last a lifetime.

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OUR TEAM OF EXCEPTIONAL DORM

STUDENT FACULTY RATIO

PARENTS provides students with the

supervision, encouragement and care they need to be successful. They serve as mentors and role models, guiding students through challenges and celebrating their triumphs.

BOYS FROM DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS AND INTERESTS live together, learn

together and play together.

They stand up for each other and support each other, creating a community built on trust and mutual respect.

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“THE BEST PART OF BEING AT BOYS’ LATIN IS THE SENSE OF COMMUNITY. Even though I come from far away, everyone has been incredibly welcoming, and I’ve felt right at home.”

— Harry ’26, Myanmar

THE BOYS OF BOARDING

Harry Myat ’26 Yangon, Myanmar

FAVORITE SUBJECT: My favorite subjects are chemistry and pre-calculus. In chemistry, we conduct many fascinating experiments and investigations. In math, as an upperclassman, in addition to AP classes, I can take high-level electives like multivariate calculus and statistics & probability. Also, our teachers know us

really well and are interested in what we do and who we are.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Robotics, Math Club, Soccer Team Manager WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COME TO BOYS’ LATIN? Well, it was a combination of factors. I instantly connected with the people here. Also, my sister attends Johns Hopkins University, so the proximity was a big plus.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BOARDING? I like being on campus so I can wake up a little later, but I value the camaraderie with the boys in the dorm the most. I didn’t know anyone when I started, but it didn’t take long to feel like I belonged.

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WHERE

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40+ HONORS AND AP COURSES

We provide boys with the tools to think critically, to approach complex issues with a clear perspective and to become inquisitive learners.

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OUR GRADUATES secure admission

to Ivy League institutions, small liberal arts schools, large state universities, specialized engineering and technology research universities, service academies and art and music conservatories.

OUR ROBUST STEAM PROGRAM

promotes problem-solving and innovation, evident through hands-on projects such as the construction, assembly and racing of go-karts.

OUR ARTS AND HUMANITIES PROGRAM

goes beyond the subject matter by incorporating real-world information. In Journalism, the class meets with professionals in the field to learn about this rapidly changing industry. The boys then use that information to cover life on Lake Avenue, producing a comprehensive online newspaper called The Inkwell.

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THE BEST PART OF BOYS’ LATIN IS THE SMALLNESS OF THE SCHOOL. I feel like I know everyone: all the faculty and all the students. It is such an amazing community.

— Lincoln ’25, California

THE BOYS OF BOARDING

Lincoln Herring ’25 Murrieta, CA FAVORITE SUBJECT: My favorite subject is math. I am currently taking AP Calculus (AB). It’s rewarding to do so much work and then get the right answer. I feel like I have a personal connection to each teacher, and that makes a big difference.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Lacrosse, Asian Awareness Club, Laker Buddies, Math Club WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COME TO BOYS’ LATIN? I wanted to be challenged academically and athletically and, through those challenges, see growth in myself. Boys’ Latin is a highly respected school, and I knew it would open doors for me. After graduation, I will attend Yale University and plan to study business or computer science.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BOARDING? The camaraderie between the boys. I am close to all the boys, most especially the guys that I have been in the dorm with for the past three years. I also have a strong connection with the dorm parents. They are always there for us and willing to help with anything.

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BOARDERS ACTIVELY ENGAGE IN SCHOOL LIFE, from our highly

competitive athletic program to our world-class Lumberjacks robotics team to music and theater productions and our robust clubs program.

AT BOYS’ LATIN, there is space for

many leaders rather than a few. Unlike larger schools where students compete for limited spots on teams, in plays, or within student government, we create space for boys to discover new talents and pursue their passions.

OUR MISSION AND VALUES —

courage, integrity and compassion — are woven into everything we do and all aspects of School life. Our boys are challenged to think beyond themselves and become responsible, grounded and moral citizens.

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“Boys’ Latin has been an amazing experience, from classes to athletics to clubs to being a student leader, but

THE BEST PART IS ALL THE GREAT FRIENDS I HAVE MADE. — Marcus ’24, Florida

THE BOYS OF BOARDING

Marcus Acevedo ’24 Boca Raton, Florida

FAVORITE SUBJECT: I really enjoy history. I am taking Modern United States History 1945 – present. We take a deep dive into that time period and it provides insights into the United States today — politically, economically and socially.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Student Body Officer, Lacrosse, Soccer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), One Love Club, Bowling Club WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COME TO BOYS’ LATIN? It’s all thanks to some friends who went to Boys’ Latin. They loved the School so much that they couldn’t stop raving about it, which convinced me to take a look.

Coming to BL was the best decision I could have made.

I love Boys’ Latin and spent last summer in Baltimore with my friends, working on campus.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BOARDING? Relationships. I’ve formed connections and friendships with every one of the boys in the dorm. I feel like I have grown up with the boys I have spent the last three years with; we share a bond that means a lot to me. I also thoroughly enjoy our weekend excursions.

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OUR STATE- OF-THE-ART DORM, Carter-Cowan Hall is

equipped with twenty 350 sq. ft. rooms, each featuring a private bathroom. It also includes a fullsize kitchen, dining room and an expansive common area.

TOUR OUR SPACES

WHERE B OY S F I N D A S E CO N D HOME

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WEEKDAYS

WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

Our weekday schedule provides boys with just the right amount of structure and independence.

7:15 AM – 8:30 AM Hot breakfast is served in the in the Student Commons.

Continental breakfast is available in the dorm.

8 AM – 8:40 AM Students attend club meetings such as One Love Club, Model United Nations, Varsity Math Club or Spirit Club. Teachers are also available for extra help during this time.

8:45 AM – 3:05 PM During the school day, the boys start with an advisory session, then they rotate through their classes.

12:30 PM As part of building a strong community, all upper school students gather for lunch in the Student Commons.

3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Students participate in athletics, robotics or other extracurricular activities.

5:45 PM – 7 PM Dinner is served. Students and faculty eat together in the dining room of Carter-Cowan Hall.

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Study Hall 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM During their free time, students can choose to continue studying, collaborate on group projects or socialize in the common room.

Additionally, boys have access to the Iglehart gym, the weight room and robotics lab.

11 PM “LIGHTS OUT ” Boys are in their dorm rooms for the night.

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I have made the very best friends at BL with both boarders and day students.

I LOVE BOYS’ LATIN.

— Elijah ’25 New Zealand

THE BOYS OF BOARDING

Elijah Fonotia ’25 Rotorua, New Zealand

FAVORITE SUBJECT: My favorite subject is definitely history. My teacher is passionate about history and makes sure students not only understand the material, but can apply their knowledge.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Basketball, Laker Buddy (mentoring lower school students), Bowling Club WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COME TO BOYS’ LATIN? I knew I wanted to go to boarding school in the United States and play basketball. I loved Boys’ Latin right away.

The people are so friendly and the community is so welcoming. I knew pretty quickly that Boys’ Latin was the right school for me.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BOARDING? I am never bored. There is always someone to hang out with or study with, and there is always something to do. It’s great living with all the guys.

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WEEKENDS ARE A BUSY TIME FOR BOARDERS – from athletic competitions to theater productions to campus events and weekend trips, there is always something to do.

WEEKENDS AS MEMBERS OF A K-12 SCHOOL COMMUNITY boys have the opportunity

to act as positive role models for younger Lakers. For instance, during Halloween, boys help lower schoolers carve pumpkins and hand out candy as they trick-or-treat through the dorm.

WE HAVE A RANGE OF ACTIVITIES

planned for every weekend, including trips to nearby cities, attending local sporting events, hiking or skiing in the nearby Pocono Mountains, going to the movies and dining out.

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BOYS’ LATIN is situated on 72 acres of

rolling countryside in suburban Towson, Maryland, conveniently located with several local attractions right around the corner.

OUR CAMPUS

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NATURE

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The Maryland

Lake Roland and

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Numerous art

Science Center and

numerous hiking, biking

Sports Teams:

and historical

and running trails

Ravens and Orioles

museums

Johns Hopkins University and Hospital

National Aquarium

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4 HOURS TO PITTSBURGH

1 HOUR TO WASHINGTON, D.C.

3 HOURS TO NEW YORK CITY 1.5 HOURS TO PHILADELPHIA

30 MINUTES TO BWI AIRPORT

OUR CAMPUS IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED close to BWI airport, with iconic cities just a short drive or train ride away.

1.5 HOURS TO EASTERN SHORE

3 HOURS TO MARYLAND / DELAWARE BEACHES

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“BOYS’ LATIN IS A PLACE WHERE BOYS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND AROUND THE WORLD CAN LEARN AND GROW TOGETHER. Several years ago, we envisioned a boarding program that would enhance our commitment to providing an outstanding, global education for boys. We hoped that boys from across the country and around the world would grow together, challenging themselves in the classroom, on the field and stage and everywhere in between. We envisioned a program where boys with varied experiences could learn from one another to become the best version of themselves.

A place where boarding students fit seamlessly into our larger Laker family and peers become brothers. A place where boys can reach their full potential. I am thrilled to share that the vision is now a reality. Come take a look!

— Headmaster Chris Post

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