Suffield Academy Overview

“Suffield has made me a better student and team leader, and a more outgoing and positive person. This school leaves a lasting impact on everyone that passes through.� [Sarah Raymond]

to Be, Rather than to Seem Everyone that visits says the same thing: “Suffield Academy is such a warm, friendly environment.” Each year our admissions office receives more than 1,000 applications. This strong interest allows us to identify talented students who will have a significant impact on our community. Most importantly, we seek people that will exude spirit and pride in our school. Suffield’s greatest strength is its clarity of purpose. Our focus is on the distance each student travels here, and on providing an environment blending rigor, structure, and encouragement. This unwavering mission rests at the heart of why our school is thriving. This is a place that can have a profound impact on your life, where you make lifelong friendships with peers and teachers, and where you can make a difference.

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Suffield is More than a School OUR HEADMASTER Charlie Cahn is Suffield’s Headmaster. Talented and engaging, Charlie has been instrumental in securing Suffield’s strong position in the independent school world. He is a widely admired leader and a tremendous asset to Suffield. During his tenure Suffield has seen record levels of applications and unprecedented fundraising success. Yet what most strikes people about Charlie is his genuine and deep enthusiasm for Suffield and its students, parents, faculty, and staff.

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“If you come to Suffield, we will help you excel. Each student here plays a key role in our success.” [Headmaster Charlie Cahn]

“I ’ve created so many friendships with people from all over the country and world. The faculty helped make Suffield feel like my second home.” [Caroline Pape]

a Community that will Embrace You CAMPUS LIFE Our 410 students come from over 20 states and 30 countries. Suffield faculty members serve as teachers, dorm parents, advisors, and coaches. The close relationships between students and teachers are at the heart of what makes Suffield special. The size is ideal: small enough to build a close community and large enough to offer genuine forms of diversity.

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Engage in Critical Thinking ACADEMICS At Suffield you have the opportunity to help create your own academic journey. Our program rests on the belief that each student is unique. You will live and learn in a structured, encouraging environment where you will find support from both teachers and peers. We challenge you to travel great distances at Suffield and are committed to helping you achieve success.

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“Suffield has given me a different outlook on education. I was encouraged to follow my interests and really develop myself.� [Colin Pittorie]

“Our college counselors are passionate about helping each individual student be both ambitious and realistic, and focused on finding the right college match.� [Ann Selvitelli, Director of College Counseling]

Find the Right College for You COLLEGE COUNSELING College

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complex and competitive. Our goal is to help remind students to focus on the journey. Suffield offers a unique four-year college counseling program, helping students learn about the college admission process early and in a developmentally appropriate fashion. We are proud of the range of interesting colleges and universities our graduates attend.

Housed in the Hoffman College Counseling Center, Suffield’s college counseling program is distinctive and innovative.

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Discover the Artist within You VISUAL ARTS The visual arts are an integral part of Suffield’s curriculum. When you walk into the Tremaine Visual Arts Center you will see activity everywhere—from painting and drawing to drafting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, and digital art and design.

We encourage our students to explore their creative selves.

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“Making art, in a curious way, is baring your soul.

At Suffield we help students tap into a deeper understanding of themselves.�

[Bill Butcher, Chair of the Visual Arts Department]

“Our biggest goal is to help students understand and appreciate the arts.

We have vibrant programs in a wide range of areas.�

[Tom Dugan, Chair of the Performing Arts Department]

Pursue your Passions PERFORMING ARTS Suffield offers robust programs in theater, music, and dance. Students have numerous opportunities to excel both onstage and behind the scenes—from major theatrical and dance productions to guitar shows and jazz and choral performances. Students get handson experience in performance, lighting, sound, stage management, set construction, and house management. Our facilities include a state-of-the-art theater, set design shop, recording studio, dance studio, and music center.

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Become an Effective Leader THE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Many schools discuss the importance of leadership training but at Suffield we have fully established programs for all students to develop these skills. Our Leadership Program touches every student. It begins with a focus on personal mastery skills, moves to community service efforts and college preparation, and culminates in practical experiences for all seniors.

Suffield Outdoor Leadership Opportunities (SOLO) is an extracurricular component of the Leadership Program featuring activities including canoeing, snowshoeing, hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, and camping.

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“We believe our program can help students develop the confidence, self-awareness, and skills needed to be effective leaders. Suffield’s leadership curriculum is unique and very valuable.”

[David Rockwell ’58, Director of the Leadership Program]

“When you care about the environment, you feel as if you are never doing enough. We strive to inspire students about our natural world, on both a personal and community level.�

[Headmaster Charlie Cahn]

Make a Difference ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP Since our founding in 1833, we have helped individuals develop their leadership skills and reshape the way they think about the world around them. A central part of Suffield Academy’s commitment to leadership training is tied to environmental responsibility. This includes educational programs, campus construction, and various school awards and annual activities.

Several recent environmental initiatives within the Leadership Program have included the installation of solar panels, the creation of a community garden, local cleanup and restoration projects, and a campus-wide composting program. We take great pride in the growth of our beautiful campus and physical plant, with a strong focus on using resources responsibly to minimize our carbon footprint.

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Challenge Yourself...

Be a Tiger ATHLETICS Suffield has a long and storied athletic tradition. We believe sports build and strengthen character. Our program will encourage you to stay in good physical shape and be committed to a team. When you visit you will see Tisch Field House, our lighted turf field, extensive fitness center, classic basketball court, squash courts, tennis courts, swimming pool, and new rowing center. You will also meet students and coaches who love this school.

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“Athletics participation fosters personal growth by giving all students a chance to learn lifelong lessons through team competition.” [Drew Gamere ’93, Co-Director of Athletics]

We Would Love to Hear From

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Schedule a Visit p suffieldacademy.org/visit p 860-386-4440 | saadmit@suffieldacademy.org

How to Apply p suffieldacademy.org/apply p The Standard Application ssat.org/admission/the-sao p Gateway to Prep Schools gatewaytoprepschools.com/school/suffield-academy p Contact us to recieve an application hard copy 860-386-4440 | saadmit@suffieldacademy.org

FAQs p January 15 is the due date for admissions applications p March 10 is the date students & families are notified of admissions decisions (for all applications received on January 15) p Secondary School Testing URLs ssat.org [Suffield Academy SSAT Code: 7558] toefl.org [Suffield Academy TOEFL Code: 8627]

Suffield Academy 185 North Main Street Suffield, Connecticut 06078 suffieldacademy.org

Mission Suffield Academy is a coeducational, independent secondary school serving a diverse community of boarding and day students. Our school has a tradition of academic excellence combined with a strong work ethic. A commitment to scholarship and a respect for individual differences guide our teaching and curriculum. We engender among our students a sense of responsibility, and they are challenged to grow in a structured and nurturing environment. The entire academic, athletic, and extracurricular experience prepares our students for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and active citizenship.