At a Glance 2016

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ABOUT CULVER

Learning to lead, leading to serve, always by example Culver Academies is one of the best schools providing whole person education in the country and is the only college preparatory boarding school and summer camp offering an intentional and differentiated leadership program for its young women and young men.

Students do not merely attend Culver; rather, they create a community through leadership, developing relationships that last a lifetime. Culver excellence is enhanced by legions of loyal alumni who provide unprecedented and innovative resources.

When thoughtful educators discuss the qualities necessary for success in today’s world, they end up describing Culver.

Jim Power, Head of Schools

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One Culver

Three Remarkable Experiences

Detroit

Chicago

Located on the shores of Lake Maxinkuckee in

Culver

Culver, Indiana 2 hours north of Indianapolis 2 hours southeast of Chicago

St. Louis

Indianapolis Cincinnati

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AADMISSIONS da c mdi ses m i oi ncss

In 2015 - 2016, total enrollment is with a % retention rate

94

42 %

are female

93 %

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live on campus as boarding students

811 58 %

are male

of the student body % 21 is international

They come from

37 states

22 countries • Canada • China • Colombia • Denmark • Egypt • Germany • Guatemala • India • Italy • Kazakhstan • Lithuania

• Mexico • Nigeria • Russia • Saudi Arabia • Slovakia • South Korea • Spain • Switzerland • Taiwan • United Kingdom • Venezuela

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AADMISSIONS da c mdi ses m i oi ncss Matriculation

Tuition/Room & Board is

$46,500 2016 - 2017 $11 million in merit and financial aid with an average award of

$26,000

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49%

of students benefit from some type of merit or financial aid award

ADVISING

Graduation over the last 5 years • Boston University • Carnegie Mellon University • Case Western Reserve University • Columbia University • Dartmouth College • Davidson College • Duke University • Furman University • George Washington University • Harvard University • Indiana University • Miami University • New York University • Northwestern University

• Northeastern University • Princeton University • Purdue University • Rhodes College • Stanford University • University of California/Berkeley • University of California/Los Angeles • U.S. Air Force Academy • U.S. Coast Guard Academy • U.S. Merchant Marine Academy • U.S. Military Academy • U.S. Naval Academy • University of Chicago • University of Michigan

90%

of Graduates receive their 1st or 2nd college choice • University of Notre Dame • University of Pennsylvania • University of Southern California • Vanderbilt University • Washington University • Yale University

Graduation

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AACADEMICS cademics

103 137 339

faculty members:

• 12 hold BS/BA Degrees • 92 hold MS/MA Degrees • 13 hold a Ph.D. or EdD • 72 have been with Culver for 10 or more years

faculty have benefited from professional development since 2010

Faculty Internship Program since 1984

Each year 12 recent college graduates experience boarding school life by teaching, coaching, and living in the dorms/units.

Many have gone on to careers in boarding school education, including at Culver.

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Learning to Learn

8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

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AP exams taken in 2015

“High Challenge/High Support” focus areas:

• Academic Advising • Peer Coaches • Block Scheduling • Tutorials

• College Advising • The Writing Center • Mentor/Mentee Program

25 Advanced Placement Classes • Biology • Calculus AB • Calculus BC • Chemistry • Chinese • Computer Science • Comparative Government & Politics • English Language

• English Literature • Environmental Science • European History • French Language • German Language • Latin • Macro Economics • Micro Economics • Music Theory

• Physics 1 • Physics C • Psychology • Spanish Language • Statistics • U.S. Government & Politics • U.S. History • World History At A Glance | 9

FINE ARTS

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Fine Art Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theatre, & Visual Arts Our fine arts program also includes: • 200+ student performances annually • 4 campus buildings serving the Arts • 500 artworks encompassing the Culver Collection • 5 visiting artists annually, enhancing the student experience • A rigorous honors curriculum for each discipline

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62 %

52 %

160

of the student body takes Fine Arts beyond those required of the student body studies more than one discipline students take private lessons

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LEADERSHIP & CHARACTER

Learning to Lead, Leading to CGA Student

Choir Member

Actor

“I love taking so many diverse classes; I get to learn hundreds of new and interesting things every day.”

“It doesn’t matter what kind of mood I’m in, music always makes me smile.”

“Acting has taught me to have confidence in everything I say and do.”

Senior Prefect “You can do anything you put your mind to. Adventure is out there!”

Clare CGA 2016

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Serve, Always by Example CMA Student

Athlete

Honor Council

“It’s easy to stay engaged when you are prepared to be challenged.”

“It all comes down to unity and mutual respect.”

“The decisions and action that you make define your character.”

Regimental Commander “I’m not here to be someone, I’m here to do something.”

Andres CMA 2016

you Wear it’s what to serve others.”

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ACADEMY CCULVER u l v e r MILITARY M i rl il ts aAr y G c aAdceam dy emy

Culver Military Academy’s Leadership Program develops cadets into responsible citizens and leaders of character who lead in an honorable and disciplined manner. Culver cadets are trained to be both ethical and effective. A CMA graduate will be a responsible citizen and a gentleman. CMA considers leadership as the act and process of inspiring others to accomplish tasks and to improve the organization.

Our Honor concept is to take the right action for the correct reason. Self-discipline means to do the right thing at the correct time and in the proper manner.

CMA Leadership teaches: Responsibility

Character

Confidence

Integrity

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Polished virtue complimented by a strong moral compass Honor is earned, never given

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Leadership Opportunities Each Make: 13 Commanding Officers, 29 Key Regiment and Battalion staff positions, 191 leadership positions within the units

Weeks of Direct Leadership Education: 1 week new cadet orientation 12 weeks unit leadership training 3 weeks non-commissioned officer training

Formal Ceremonies: 29 Garrison & retreat parades, 4 ceremonies; Gold Star, Veterans Day, Iron Gate and Graduation linking CMA traditions with a college prep experience

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GIRLS C CULVER ulver G i r l s ACADEMY Academy

Culver Girls Academy’s Leadership Program Develops accountable citizens and visionary change-makers.

Steeped in tradition and centered on character, virtues, and values, CGA cultivates independent, responsible, confident girls. Our high challenge/high support program facilitates growth in learning to lead self and others. Students build a supportive community and take care of each other by assuming roles of leadership throughout every aspect of life.

CGA Leadership teaches: Authenticity

Courage

Commitment

Service

Cultivation of reflection and awareness towards a healthy self-image Dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in ourselves, each other, and our community 16 | Culver Academies

Demonstrating vision, passion, and persistence in pursuit of worthy goals Discovering the joy of helping others to create positive change

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Leadership positions — 23 Committee Chairs, 1 senior prefect, 15 campus-wide positions, and 133 dorm positions Student-led committees representing the needs and interests of the community Grade Levels participating in weekly leadership training workshops

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S SPIRITUAL p i r i t u a l LIFE Life & Service

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Spiritual Services & Programs Providing a variety of integrated programs, traditional religious services, and contemplative practices to help students develop their spirit, define their values, and demonstrate their character in relationship with the global community.

Spiritual Life Service Options • • • •

Roman Catholic Mass Protestant Chapel Jewish Sabbath Service Hindu Service

• Islamic Studies • Constructive Meditation • Philosophers’ Cafe

Spiritual Programs • • • •

Youth Groups Bible Studies Praise Bands Confirmation Classes

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• Qur’anic Studies • Buddhist Group • Discussion Groups

SERVICE

7,350 Hours of Service

Service hours given by the Class of 2015

$825,926 Raised for Relay For Life from 2009-2015

GL BAL PATHWAYS SPRING PROGRAM

These trips provide service-learning, educational and cultural exchange opportunities for those who desire to learn about another culture and to live responsibly as global citizens.

Past locations include: • Central Europe, European Union • Italy • South Africa • Mississippi • Mexico • Greece • China

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Students participate each year Students have participated since 1988 Mission trips including: Mexico, Ireland, Belize, China, and South Africa At A Glance | 19

ATHLETICS

63 Teams

52% of student-athletes play two or more sports 81% of students play at least one sport “It’s a Great Day to be an Eagle” 20 | Culver Academies

2015 Highlights •

Nationally-ranked boys (Prep) hockey and lacrosse

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Boys’ Tennis State Singles Champion, Boys’ and Girls’ Tennis State Appearances

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State Placing Boys’ Long Jumper

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Girls’ Fencing Midwest Champions (Foil, Epee), USFA National Women’s Saber Finisher

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Boys’ Rowing National Team Qualifier

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Eight IHSAA sectional championships

20 boys’ sports 19 girls’ sports

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WELLNESS

100%

of students are active through sports or a required workout period

21 wellness-related senior service projects “Am I becoming who I want to be?”

• Trained staff in weight loss, lifting, & nutrition counseling • 9 fitness classes offered daily • 10 Wellness Education courses with individual coaching for students & staff • Team weight room • Fitness Center 22 | Culver Academies

CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

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Clubs & Activities

Students have many opportunities to get involved on campus The Campus Activities Board is a student-run, student-driven organization that offers fun and interesting activities almost every weekend

• Badminton Club

• Speech Team

• Ceramics Club

• The Quill

• Community Service Council

• Quiz Bowl

• Dungeons & Dragons Club

• The Vedette (Newspaper)

• Math Forum

• Bubble Soccer

• Model United Nations

• Roller Skating

• Roll Call (Yearbook)

• Glow in the dark Dodge Ball

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UNIQUE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

The Rubin CafĂŠ is a gourmet coffee and tea shop, entirely managed by students in the Ron Rubin School for the Entrepreneur.

The Rubin Curriculum Action learning with authentic assessment

The Challenges Program

Learning by doing

Solve real-world business dilemmas

Competitions Innovative ideas put to the test under real-world conditions

Guest Entrepreneurs Learn from entrepreneurs who know what works 24 | Culver Academies

INTERNATIONAL Habitat for Humanity 2015

20+

International Culver Clubs active in over 20 countries

First international summer camper and boarding school student came from Mexico in 1902.

For more information visit culver.org/international

Culver Dinner in Taiwan

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HORSEMANSHIP

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Presidential Inaugural Parades

Since 1897, Culver’s Horsemanship Program has been teaching students the qualities of wisdom, courage, moderation, and justice by placing them in the saddle.

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Teams: Polo, Rough Riding, Hunter/Jumper, and Western Units: Black Horse Troop, Lancers, Equestriennes, and Summer Mounted Drill Team stalls in our state-of-the-art equestrian center

FACILITIES

1800 Acre Campus

7,100 feet of lake frontage 2 indoor rowing tanks 2 on-campus ice rinks Sustainability Goals • Protecting our natural areas • Reducing pollution • Educating our Senior Service community

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For more information visit culver.org/sustainability

Projects on Sustainability

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ALUMNI

“No matter where you roam, ’tis Culver, Culver, Culver”

4,173 Donors

The Culver $6.1 million raised in 2014-2015, with gifts from 4,173 donors Fund Culver alumni can be found in all states and

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countries

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1965’s 50th Class Reunion Iron Gate Ceremony

30,510 Active Alumni

from CMA, CGA, & Summer Schools & Camps

Culver Clubs, the alumni network, is strong and active in U.S. cities and

countries

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PARENTS Su mmer School & Camps

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Unit/Dorm Representatives 2 families assigned to each boys’ unit & girls’ dorm

18% of students are legacies of parents donate to 75% The Culver Fund 2 Parents Weekends Full immersion in student life,

spiritual life, and athletics with special events and activities coordinated for parents

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TRADITIONS

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Years Celebrating Veterans

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new students welcomed at the Matriculation Ceremony Gold Star Memorial Ceremonies new girls received their CGA crest years of student-run Honor Code system

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LEADERSHIP & CHARACTER

Culver Summer Schools & Camps Culver Summer Schools & Camps develops character and leadership through a progressive program where young people learn to be responsible for themselves and responsible for others.

Campers learn new technical, academic, and athletic skills; achieve their personal best and create lifelong friendships.

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1,500 Summer Campers in 2015

Campers from and

40 states

34 countries ranging

in age from 7-18

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SUMMER SCHOOLS & CAMPS

200+

Largest Inland Sailing Fleet— Over 200 watercraft and U.S. Sailing instruction

• U.S. Sailing certification • Water skiing and other lake activities • Leadership curriculum with access to challenge course

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Camp Experiences

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Junior Woodcraft Camp (June)

700

Woodcraft Camp (June - July)

700

Upper Camp (June - July)

Campers 5 days • boys & girls • ages 7-9

Campers 6 weeks • boys & girls • ages 9-14

Campers 6 weeks • boys & girls • ages 14 - 18

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CAMPS SSUMMER u m m e rSCHOOLS S c h o o& l & Camps

100 • • • • • • •

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electives offered for Woodcraft and Upper Camp

FFA Certified Aviation Program Native American Lore & Dance Scouting Rocketry Painting and Sculpture Fencing Ice Skating and Hockey

Traditions • • • • • •

Woodcraft Council Fire Garrison Parades 4th of July Ceremony Homecoming Parents Weekend Communications Relay Pegasus, Great Race, Kline Relays

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S uMISSION m m e r &S PRINCIPLES chool & Camps

The Culver Mission

Culver educates its students for leadership and responsible citizenship in society by developing and nurturing the whole individual – mind, spirit, and body – through an integrated curriculum that emphasizes the cultivation of character.

Principles Culver is committed to the intellectual growth of all members of its community through participation in a demanding curriculum that prepares students for success in higher education. Culver’s curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, writing, research, artistic expression, and foreign language proficiency through innovative teaching methods and technologically rich classrooms. Equally important is the cultivation of those virtues that develop both a lifelong love of learning and a commitment to the responsible stewardship of knowledge.

Character development is essential to the Culver mission.

For over a century, the foundation of the Culver model has been an education in the classical virtues of wisdom, courage, moderation, and justice. Given that habits of mind, spirit, and body develop slowly, an education in the virtues requires understanding, self-discipline, and practice. All aspects of Culver’s academic, residential, extracurricular, and athletic curricula are designed to provide students with opportunities for individual growth within a carefully-structured environment and provide opportunities for them to begin the difficult task of developing lifelong habits.

At Culver, leadership training is both an end in itself and the means by which students develop a sense of social responsibility. Culver Military Academy is organized around its own distinctive military system of student leadership, while Culver Girls Academy is modeled on a prefect system.

With these distinctive systems of leadership, Culver’s students enjoy the benefits of equal leadership opportunities in their separate residential programs, while sharing in the advantages of a coeducational program in most other areas of school life. Through the enactment of leadership ideals made possible in and through these systems, they develop confidence in their abilities to complete difficult and challenging tasks, as well as habits of inquiry and self-discipline central to an education in the virtues.

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Culver is committed to the spiritual development of its students. To encourage students to take the pursuit of spiritual truth seriously, Culver provides a variety of opportunities for the exploration and expression of religious faith. To this end every student participates in a school chapel service or similar faith activity. While Culver’s religious heritage is rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition, we recognize and celebrate the rich diversity of faith and practice found among our students. The fruits of the cultivation of the spirit—a regard for the beauty of the world, a reverence for the gift of life, and recognition of the limits of our understanding—are important components of a virtuous life.

Culver’s programs in the visual and performing arts promote both aesthetic literacy and artistic practice. The arts are the common language of humanity and their study can lead to a deeper understanding of life and respect for cultural diversity. Emphasizing both theory and practice, Culver’s arts programs contribute to the intellectual and personal development characteristic of an integrated approach to education and to an education in the virtues.

Culver’s athletic, health, and physical education programs are an integral part of our curriculum. Participation affords a significant opportunity for the development of the virtues associated with personal integrity. While we encourage individual and team excellence, Culver’s rich and varied programs are designed to present students of all skill and experience levels with opportunities to develop both lifelong interest in sport and a lifelong regard for good sportsmanship. Culver’s health and residential life curricula emphasize sound decision-making through programs that include fitness, nutrition, and respect for the body.

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This publication was produced in cooperation with The Culver Legion, the alumni association of the Academies.

Culver Academies admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, and activities generally accorded or made available to students.