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Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Sixteen

2009-04-28T12:54:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “There were more than 250,000 students enrolled in private schools in each of five states: California, Florida, Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Fifteen

2009-04-26T12:54:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “In 2007-08, 11,282 private schools did not report membership in any private school association.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Fourteen

2009-04-24T12:54:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Of the 306,605 high school private high school graduates in 2006–07, some 65.0 percent attended 4-year colleges by the fall of 2007.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Thirteen

2009-04-22T12:54:00.003-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Ninety-eight percent (98.0) of 12th graders enrolled in private schools around October 1, 2006, graduated by the fall of 2007.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Twelve

2009-04-20T12:54:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “The average pupil/teacher ratio in 2007–08 was 11.1 across all private schools. The average pupil/teacher ratio differed by instructional level; it was 12.1 in elementary schools, 11.9 in secondary schools, and 9.6 in combined schools.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Eleven

2009-04-18T12:43:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Seventy-nine percent (79.1) of private school teachers in 2007–08 were full-time teachers; 4.6 percent taught less than full time, but at least three-quarter time; 8.6 percent taught less than three-quarter time, but at least one-half time; 4.5 percent taught less than one-half time, but at least one-quarter time; and 3.3 percent taught less than one-quarter time.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Ten

2009-04-16T12:43:00.003-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Ninety-six percent (96.0) of all private schools in 2007–08 were coeducational, while 1.8 percent enrolled all girls and 2.2 percent enrolled all boys.” My Comment: Schools set up just to educate girls were fairly common in the U.S. a while ago, but apparently many of them have admitted girls. I attended an all boys school until 8th grade when it went coeducational. Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Nine

2009-04-14T12:43:00.001-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Three-quarters (74.5 percent) of private school students in 2007–08 were White, non- Hispanic; 9.8 percent were Black, non-Hispanic; 9.6 percent were Hispanic, regardless of race; 5.4 percent were Asian/Pacific Islander; and .6 percent were American Indian/Alaska Native.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Eight

2009-04-12T12:43:00.001-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Forty-three percent (42.6) of all private schools in 2007-08 enrolled fewer than 50 students.” My Comment: Some parents seek out a smaller school because they feel their child will get more attention, and that may explain this finding. Also, since there are low barriers to entry for starting a private school in most states, there are many small start ups with few students. Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Seven

2009-04-10T12:43:00.001-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “The average school size in 2007–08 was 150.3 students across all private schools. Private school size differed by instructional level. On average, elementary schools had 114.9 students, secondary schools had 282.0 students, and combined schools had 193.8 students.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Six

2009-04-08T12:36:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “More private school students in 2007-08 were enrolled in kindergarten (515,663) than in any other grade level.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Five

2009-04-06T12:35:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “More private school students in 2007-08 were enrolled in schools located in cities (2,126,230), followed by those enrolled in suburban schools (1,987,714), followed by those in rural areas (607,095), and then by those in towns (350,602).” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Four

2009-04-04T12:35:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “The largest number of private schools in 2007–08 were in suburban locations (12,665), followed by those in cities (11,212), followed by those in rural areas (6,563), and then by those in towns (3,300).” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Three

2009-04-02T12:34:00.002-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Sixty-eight percent (67.9) of private schools in 2007–08 emphasized a regular elementary/secondary program. The other program emphases categories—Montessori, special emphasis, special education, alternative, and early childhood—each contained less than 14 percent of private schools.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding Two

2009-03-30T12:34:00.001-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “Sixty-eight percent (67.9) of private schools, enrolling 80.6 percent of private school students and employing 72.3 percent of private school (FTE) teachers, in 2007–08 had a religious orientation or purpose.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Private School Survey 2007-2008 - Finding One

2009-03-28T10:34:00.007-05:00

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently released a report entitled Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results from the 2007-2008 Private School Universe Survey. The report provides information about private schools with students from kindergarten up to the twelfth grade. The report presents data on schools, students, and teachers by characteristics, including: school size, school level, religious orientation, association membership, geographic region, community type, and program emphasis. The report also includes data on students by race/ethnicity, gender, and grade level. This report is a great survey of the composition of private schools in America. Administrators and parents should find it useful. “In the fall of 2007, there were 33,740 private elementary and secondary schools with 5,072,451 students and 456,266 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers in the United States” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - St. Casimir School

2009-01-28T13:16:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. St. Casimir School 4329 Cameron Avenue Hammond, Indiana 46327-1358 Ph: (219) 932-2686 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Holy Trinity Catholic School

2009-01-26T13:16:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. Holy Trinity Catholic School 2922 Beaver Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50310-4095 Ph: (515) 255-3162 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Christ the King School

2009-01-24T13:16:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. Christ the King School 52473 State Route 933N South Bend, Indiana 46637-3898 Ph: (574) 272-3922 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - St. Mary School

2009-01-22T13:12:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. St. Mary School 50 North Buffalo Grove Road Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089-1702 Ph: (847) 459-6270 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Saint James School

2009-01-20T13:12:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. Saint James School 821 North Arlington Heights Road Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004-5698 Ph: (847) 255-6746 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Queen of All Saints School

2009-01-18T13:12:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. Queen of All Saints School 6320 North Lemont Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60646-4910 Ph: (773) 736-0567 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Our Lady of Lourdes

2009-01-16T13:16:00.004-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. Our Lady of Lourdes 510 Breckenridge Lane Louisville, Kentucky 40207-3833 Ph: (502) 895-5122 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Pope John XXIII School

2009-01-16T13:12:00.002-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. Pope John XXIII School 1120 West Washington Evanston, Illinois 60202-1620 Ph: (847) 475-5678 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

National Center of Education Statistics Homeschool Study

2009-01-11T11:40:00.003-06:00

The National Center of Education Statistics (NCES) of the U.S. Department of Education recently released, 1.5 Million Homeschooled Students in the United States in 2007. This issue brief summarizes findings from the National Household Education Surveys Program (NHES) and provides estimates of the number and percentage of homeschooled children in the country in 2007, and compares them with 2003 and 1999 estimates. "In the 2007 NHES, parents also were asked which one of their selected reasons for homeschooling was the most important. The reason reported by the highest percentage of homeschoolers’ parents as being most important was to provide religious or moral instruction (36 percent). For an additional 21 percent, the most important reason was concern about the school environment, and for 17 percent it was dissatisfaction with the academic instruction available at other schools. The remaining homeschoolers had parents who reported another reason as being most important (child has a physical or mental health problem, 2 percent; child has other special needs, 4 percent; interest in a nontraditional approach to education, 7 percent; other reasons such as family time, finances, travel, and distance, 14 percent)." Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

National Center of Education Statistics Homeschool Study

2009-01-09T11:40:00.003-06:00

The National Center of Education Statistics (NCES) of the U.S. Department of Education recently released, 1.5 Million Homeschooled Students in the United States in 2007. This issue brief summarizes findings from the National Household Education Surveys Program (NHES) and provides estimates of the number and percentage of homeschooled children in the country in 2007, and compares them with 2003 and 1999 estimates. "Parents were asked whether particular reasons for homeschooling their children applied to them. The three reasons selected by parents of more than two-thirds of students were concern about the school environment, to provide religious or moral instruction, and dissatisfaction with the academic instruction available at other schools. From 2003 to 2007, the percentage of students whose parents reported homeschooling to provide religious or moral instruction increased from 72 percent to 83 percent." Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

National Center of Education Statistics Homeschool Study

2009-01-07T11:40:00.010-06:00

The National Center of Education Statistics (NCES) of the U.S. Department of Education recently released, 1.5 Million Homeschooled Students in the United States in 2007. This issue brief summarizes findings from the National Household Education Surveys Program (NHES) and provides estimates of the number and percentage of homeschooled children in the country in 2007, and compares them with 2003 and 1999 estimates. "Data from the 2007 NHES survey show an estimated 1.5 million students (1,508,000) were homeschooled in the United States in the spring of 2007. This represents an increase from the estimated 1.1 million students who were homeschooled in the spring of 2003." "In addition, the percentage of the school-age population that was homeschooled increased from 2.2 percent in 2003 to 2.9 percent in 2007. Data from the 1999 NHES showed an estimated 850,000 homeschooled students in the United States—about 1.7 percent of the school-age population." Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School

2008-12-16T13:25:00.002-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School 9250 West 167th Street Orland Hills, Illinois 60487-5934 Ph: (708) 403-6525 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Serra Catholic School

2008-12-15T13:25:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Serra Catholic School 23652 Antonio Parkway Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688-4949 Ph: (949) 888-1990 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Saint Nicholas Catholic School

2008-12-14T13:25:00.001-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Saint Nicholas Catholic School 12816 South El Monte Avenue Los Altos Hills, California 94022-4607 Ph: (650) 941-4056 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - St. John's Lutheran School

2008-12-13T13:25:00.002-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation." St. John's Lutheran School 4500 Buena Vista Road Bakersfield, California 93311-9702 Ph: (661) 664-8090 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Pinecrest Schools Van Nuys

2008-12-12T13:25:00.002-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Pinecrest Schools Van Nuys 14111 Sherman Way Van Nuys, California 91405-2427 Ph: (818) 988-5554 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Saint Viator High School

2008-12-11T11:17:00.003-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Saint Viator High School 1213 East Oakton Street Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004-5041 Ph: (847) 392-4050 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Trinity School at River Ridge

2008-12-10T11:16:00.003-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Trinity School at River Ridge 601 River Ridge Parkway Eagan, Minnesota 55121-2499 Ph: (651) 789-2890 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Aquinas High School

2008-12-09T11:15:00.002-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Aquinas High School 315 11th Street South LaCrosse, Wisconsin 54601-8841 Ph: (608) 784-0287 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Incarnation Catholic School

2008-12-08T11:14:00.003-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Incarnation Catholic School 2911 Bee Ridge Road Sarasota, Florida 34239-7118 Ph: (941) 924-8588 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - St. John Lutheran School

2008-12-07T11:13:00.002-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” St. John Lutheran School 15808 Manchester Road Ellisville, Missouri 63011-2208 Ph: (636) 394-4100 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Blue Ribbon Schools - Heschel West Day School

2008-12-05T11:08:00.003-06:00

The Department of Education announced the 2008 list of Blue Ribbon Schools under the No Child Left Behind Program. Fifty private schools achieved this honor. “The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools that are either academically superior or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement to high levels. In addition to being honored at a ceremony in Washington, DC, where each school receives a plaque and flag signifying their status, these schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation.” Heschel West Day School 27400 Canwood Street Agoura, California 91301-2462 Ph: (818) 707-2365 Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Fourteen

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Does the U.S. Department of Education have a list of private elementary and secondary schools? “The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), part of the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences, has an online data bank that allows searches for private schools according to many criteria, including the type of school, location, and affiliations. Information posted on the Private School Search site was obtained from those private schools that responded to the Private School Universe Survey (PSS) conducted by NCES.” To access the Private School Search site, visit: http://nces.ed.gov/surveys/pss/privateschoolsearch Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Thirteen

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Does the U.S. Department of Education accredit private elementary or secondary schools? Does it recognize accrediting bodies for such accreditation? “No. The U.S. Department of Education does not have the authority to accredit private or public elementary or secondary schools, and the Department does not recognize accrediting bodies for the accreditation of private or public elementary and secondary schools. However, the U.S. Department of Education does recognize accrediting bodies for the accreditation of institutions of higher (postsecondary) education. If an accrediting body that is recognized by the Department for higher education also accredits elementary and secondary schools, the Department's recognition applies only to the agency's accreditation of postsecondary institutions.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Twelve

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I am interested in starting a private elementary or secondary school. Must I contact the U.S. Department of Education? “No. The U.S. Department of Education does not regulate or control this aspect of private schools. In other words, you do not need the permission or approval of the U.S. Department of Education to start a private school. Most of the laws and regulations you will need to follow are from state and local governments. Because states differ in how they regulate schools, you should inquire at your state Department of Education regarding laws, regulations, and policies that will affect opening and operating a private school.” Information on state departments of education is located on the U.S. Department of Education's web site at: http://www.ed.gov/about/contacts/state/index.html. Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Eleven

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How are services provided to private elementary and secondary school students with disabilities under IDEA? “Under IDEA, LEAs must expend a proportionate share of federal IDEA funds to provide special education and related services to parentally placed private school children with disabilities in programs assisted by or carried out under Part B of IDEA. LEAs are required to consult in a timely and meaningful manner with private school representatives and representatives of parents of parentally placed private school children with disabilities during the design and development of special education and related services for these children. However, no parentally placed private school child with a disability has an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the child would receive if enrolled in a public school.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Ten

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May children who are schooled at home receive services from federal education programs under ESEA and IDEA? “In general, the extent to which homeschooled children may participate in these programs depends on how a state recognizes a homeschool. If a state recognizes a homeschool as a private school, the homeschooled students would be eligible to receive benefits and services similar to those received by their private school counterparts.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Nine

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Are private secondary schools subject to the military recruiter requirements? “In general, the military recruiter requirements dictate that LEAs receiving assistance under the ESEA give military recruiters the same access to secondary school students as they provide to postsecondary institutions or to prospective employers. LEAs are also generally required to provide students' names, addresses, and telephone listings to military recruiters, when requested, unless a parent has opted out of providing such information.” “Private secondary schools are subject to the military recruiter requirements only if they receive funds under the ESEA. Private schools that do not themselves receive any ESEA funds, but whose students or teachers receive services under ESEA programs, are not considered to be recipients of funds and are not subject to the military recruiter requirements. Private schools that enroll and serve publicly funded students are not subject to the requirements if they do not receive ESEA funds. Private schools that receive funds under ESEA but maintain a religious objection to service in the armed forces that is verifiable through the corporate or other organizational documents of that school are not required to comply with this requirement. For more information about the military recruiter requirements, visit:” http://www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/hottopics/ht-10-09-02a.html Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Eight

2008-11-20T14:43:00.002-06:00

Are private elementary and secondary schools whose students or teachers receive equitable services under ESEA or IDEA considered to be "recipients of federal financial assistance? “No. Private schools whose students and teachers receive equitable services under ESEA or IDEA are not considered recipients of federal financial assistance. These programs are considered to be operated for the benefit of students and teachers in private schools, not for the benefit of the private schools themselves. As a result, certain requirements that apply to recipients (which may include certain civil rights requirements and the military recruiter requirements discussed in question 10) do not apply to private schools by virtue of their students or teachers receiving equitable services under ESEA or IDEA. However, if a private school otherwise receives federal financial assistance, including a grant or subgrant of federal funds to implement a federal education program, the school would be considered a recipient.” “If a private school is a recipient of federal financial assistance, that school is subject to the federal civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and age. If a private school is not a recipient, but the private school's students and teachers receive equitable services under ESEA or IDEA, the LEA involved remains responsible for ensuring that there is no discrimination with respect to the federal education program.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Seven

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May a private elementary or secondary school become a provider of Supplemental Educational Services (SES), and be paid for providing SES? “Yes. Under Title I of the ESEA, private schools are eligible to become approved providers of SES and to receive payment for providing such services. Supplemental education services are tutoring and other academic enrichment provided outside of the regular school day to eligible public school students to help improve achievement in reading, language arts, and mathematics. Private schools are the providers only; their students are not eligible for the SES that they provide to public school students. Private schools interested in becoming SES providers should apply to their state education agency (SEA).” For more information on becoming an SES provider visit the U.S. Department of Education's web site at: http://www.ed.gov/nclb/choice/help/ses/privschools.html Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Six

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Are there any U.S. Department of Education grants that a private elementary and secondary school may apply for directly? “Yes. There are some grants for which private schools and faith-based and community organizations may apply. These grant programs are generally narrow in focus and address specific needs and concerns. To the extent that a private school meets the eligibility requirements for a program (generally as set forth in the statute or regulations), the school may apply directly for these grant funds. In this case, the private school receives funds in return for providing certain services. If a private school is awarded such a grant, it then becomes a recipient of federal financial assistance and is subject to the laws and regulations that apply to recipients, including federal civil rights laws. (See question 9.) To find out more about these programs, visit the U.S. Department of Education's Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives at:” http://www.ed.gov/faithandcommunity “Additionally, for information about the eligibility of faith-based organizations to participate in U.S. Department of Education programs refer to the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (34 CFR 75.52 and 76.52).” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Five

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How do I access U.S. Department of Education programs that serve students and teachers in private elementary and secondary schools? “In most cases, the LEA directly contacts officials of private schools located within its boundaries to begin the consultation process with school officials on key issues that are relevant to the equitable participation of private school students, teachers and, in some cases, parents in federal education programs. If this does not occur, private school officials should contact the LEA in which their private school is located and ask to speak to the individual(s) responsible for administering federal education programs.” Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Four

2008-11-16T14:27:00.002-06:00

Which programs provide services to private elementary and secondary school teachers and students under ESEA? "Under ESEA, as amended by NCLB, there are 12 programs that require the equitable participation of private school students, teachers and, in some programs, parents. The programs are": Title I - Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged * Improving Basic Programs Operated by LEAs [Part A] * Reading First [Part B, Subpart 1] * Even Start Family Literacy [Part B, Subpart 3] * Migrant Education [Part C] Title II - Preparing, Training and Recruiting High-quality Teachers and Principals * Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting Fund [Part A] * Mathematics and Science Partnerships [Part B] * Enhancing Education Through Technology [Part D] Title III - Language Instruction for LEP and Immigrant Students * English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, & Academic Achievement [Part A] Title IV - 21st Century Schools * Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities [Part A] * 21st Century Community Learning Centers [Part B] Title V - Promoting Informed Parental Choice and Innovative Programs * Innovative Programs [Part A] * Gifted and Talented Students [Part D, Subpart 6] "For more information about these programs and to review a related informational publication, The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001: Benefits to Private School Students and Teachers, visit:" Web Site Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Three

2008-11-15T14:27:00.002-06:00

Does the U.S. Department of Education provide services and benefits to private elementary and secondary school students and teachers and, if so, how do students and teachers get access to them? "Certain federal education programs under the ESEA, and IDEA provide services and benefits to private school students, teachers and, in some programs, parents (as distinct from schools) and require that such services be provided equitably compared to services provided to students and teachers in public schools. LEAs, normally the local public school districts, are responsible for implementing these programs on behalf of private school students and teachers. Under these programs, control of funds remains with the LEA." Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ Two

2008-11-14T14:27:00.002-06:00

Does the U.S. Department of Education provide funds for building, starting, or operating private elementary and secondary schools? "In general, the U.S. Department of Education does not have programs that provide funds for building, starting, or operating private elementary and secondary schools." "An exception to this was the School Renovation Program, which provided federal assistance to high-poverty public and private schools located within a local education agency (LEA) that received a school renovation grant. Eligible schools could receive certain types of renovations, primarily modifications that allowed the school to meet the standards applicable to schools under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and for asbestos abatement and removal. Funds for multi-year projects that were authorized under this program by the Department of Education Appropriations Act of 2001 expired on Sept. 30, 2007." "Although the U.S. Department of Education does not provide funds for building, starting, or operating private elementary and secondary schools, it does have programs that allow for private school students, teachers and, in some programs, parents to receive services." Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Office of Non Public Education - FAQ One

2008-11-13T16:27:00.003-06:00

Does the U.S. Department of Education offer scholarships or other forms of financial assistance to pay tuition for students to attend private elementary or secondary schools? "In general, the federal government does not provide scholarships or other forms of financial assistance that directly pay the tuition for a student to attend a private elementary or secondary school. However, the U.S. Department of Education has one program, the D.C. School Choice Incentive Program, that awards funds to a private entity to provide scholarships for private school tuition, fees and transportation expenses for students who meet certain eligibility criteria. Through this program, students from low-income families residing in the District of Columbia may receive such scholarships to attend private elementary or secondary schools in Washington, D.C. To learn more about the D.C. School Choice Incentive Program, visit the Department of Education's web site at": Web Site "Usually, the best place to start looking for information about scholarships or other financial aid is the school or schools that your child attends or is considering attending. Ask school officials if they offer financial assistance and if they have recommendations for other potential sources of aid. You may also want to search the internet for organizations that provide information about financing private education." Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Faith Based Schools in America - Part VI

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But in this era of academic accountability, during which our Nation is rightfully focused on closing the achievement gap and ensuring that all students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed throughout life, our primary interest must be in the academic achievement of schools and the students they serve. So are faith-based urban schools providing a high-quality education to America’s children, in particular to our most disadvantaged boys and girls? Research powerfully indicates that they are. More on Faith Based Schools Source: The White House Domestic Policy Council

Faith Based Schools in America - Part V

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All of these considerations—and many others—are germane to the discussion of education policy. Our Nation has an interest in supporting educational diversity so families can make school choices that align with their notions of the best interests of their children. This has long been an agreed-upon premise of American life. In 1925, the Supreme Court famously wrote of “the liberty of parents and guardians to direct the upbringing and education of children under their control.” More on Faith Based Schools Source: The White House Domestic Policy Council

Faith Based Schools in America - Part IV

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Faith-based schools appeal to millions of American families for numerous reasons. For example, such schools enable parents to pass down religious and cultural traditions important to their families and communities.16 Some families, concerned about the gradual coarsening of our culture, gravitate to the disciplined, ordered environment often associated with faith-based schools.17 And faith-based schools can contribute to moral development – an important foundation, in the minds of many families, for academic development More on Faith Based Schools Source: The White House Domestic Policy Council

Faith Based Schools in America - Part III

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For example, in the 2005–06 school year, there were more than 1,600 Lutheran schools nationwide, 23 of which were operating in Milwaukee alone, serving more than 3,600 students. Similarly, during the 2003–04 school year, there were 759 Jewish day schools across the Nation serving more than 200,000 students, 82,000 of whom were in New York City. New York and New Jersey combined represent 68 percent of the total national Jewish day school population. While today religious K–12 schools can be found across the Nation, the history of American K–12 faith-based education is largely a story about America’s cities. According to the National Catholic Educational Association, “Large numbers of Catholic schools were built in the older industrial cities of the Nation to serve the children of immigrants.” At its peak, the Catholic Archdiocese of New York, anchored by New York City, enrolled more than 222,000 students in its elementary and high schools, an enrollment total larger than Houston’s public school system today (the seventh largest public school district in the Nation). As the earlier example of Lutheran and Jewish schools indicated, other faith-based schools are also clustered in cities. In fact, in 1989–90, the first year NCES reported data on the religion and geography of private schools, nearly 40 percent of faith-based schools were designated as located in a “central city More on Faith Based Schools Source: The White House Domestic Policy Council

Faith Based Schools in America - Part II

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Catholic schools make up the lion’s share of the faith-based schools sector. According to the National Catholic Educational Association, in the first half of the 19th century there were only about 200 Catholic schools in the U.S., but by the turn of the century there were 5,000, and by 1965, nearly 13,500 U.S. Catholic schools were educating 5.6 million students. In 2005–06, more than one of every three religious schools nationwide was Catholic. Schools affiliated with other faiths are also plentiful. In 2005–06, for example, there were more than 4,300 nondenominational Christian schools and more than 2,500 Baptist schools.10 In some cases, faith-based schools are clustered in specific communities, reflecting the historical religious traditions of various regions of the country. This means faith-based schools not only contribute significantly to the national education fabric, but also represent a significant portion of the K–12 schooling options in many discrete locations. More on Faith Based Schools Source: The White House Domestic Policy Council

Faith Based Schools in America

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The United States has a long, proud tradition of faith-based K–12 education. Long before the Declaration of Independence proclaimed America’s emergence and the Constitution guaranteed all citizens religious freedom, faith-based schools were proliferating on these shores. In 1606, the Franciscan Order founded the first Catholic school in St. Augustine, Florida. In 1727, the Sisters of Saint Ursula founded the Ursuline Academy for girls in New Orleans, which is still operating today and is the oldest Catholic school in the U.S. The oldest Quaker school in the world, the William Penn Charter School, was established in Philadelphia in 1689. And four decades before the American Revolution, the first Jewish day school opened in New York City. To this day, faith-based schools remain an important part of the American K–12 education landscape. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in the 2005–06 school year, there were more than 22,000 faith based schools in operation—more than three times the number of non-religious private schools. In fact, more than one of every six K–12 schools in the United States is faith-based as of the 2005–06 school year, these schools were educating more than 4.1 million students, comparable to the entire population of the state of Kentucky. Beyond its considerable size, the faith-based schools sector is also diverse. Numerous religious traditions operate schools across the Nation. There are: Baptist schools, Episcopal schools, Lutheran schools, Jewish schools, Catholic schools, and many other denominations of religious schools in the U.S. More on Faith Based Schools Source: The White House Domestic Policy Council

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Five

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District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Five The second year impacts are generally consistent with those from the first year. The main difference is that after 1 year, the non-SINI and higher performing groups of students appeared to experience statistically significant positive impacts on math achievement, while in the second year the impacts were on reading achievement. Adjustments for multiple comparisons suggest that both sets of results may be false discoveries. Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Four

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District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Four There were some impacts on subgroups of students, but adjustments for multiple comparisons indicate that these findings may be due to chance. There were no statistically significant impacts on the test scores of the high-priority subgroup of students who had previously attended schools designated as in need of improvement (SINI). However, being offered or using a scholarship may have improved reading test scores among three subgroups of students: those who had not attended a SINI school when they applied to the OSP, those who had relatively higher pre-Program academic performance, and those who applied in the first year of Program implementation. The Program may also have had a positive impact on school satisfaction for students who had previously attended SINI schools. However, these findings were no longer statistically significant when subjected to a reliability test to adjust for the multiple comparisons of treatment and control group students across 10 subgroups; the results may be “false discoveries” and should therefore be interpreted and used with caution. Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Three

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District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Three This same pattern of findings holds when the analysis is conducted to determine the impact of using a scholarship rather than being offered a scholarship. Twenty six percent of students who were randomly assigned by lottery to receive a scholarship chose not to use it in either the first or second year. We use a common statistical technique to take those “never users” into account; it assumes that the students had zero impact from the OSP, but it does not change the statistical significance of the original impact estimates. Therefore, the positive impacts on parent views of school safety and satisfaction all increase in size, and there remains no impact on academic achievement and no overall impact on students’ perceptions of school safety or satisfaction from using an OSP scholarship. Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding Two

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The Program had a positive impact on overall parent satisfaction and parent perceptions of school safety, but not on students’ reports of satisfaction and safety. Parents were more satisfied with their child’s school and viewed the school as less dangerous if the child was offered a scholarship. Students had a different view of their schools than did their parents. Reports of dangerous incidents in school were comparable for students in the treatment and control groups. Overall, student satisfaction was unaffected by the Program. Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003 – Finding One

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After 2 years, there was no statistically significant difference in test scores in general between students who were offered an OSP scholarship and students who were not offered a scholarship. Overall, those in the treatment and control groups were performing at comparable levels in mathematics and reading. Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003- Evaluation Mandate

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As part of this legislation, the Congress mandated a rigorous evaluation of the impacts of the Program, now called the DC Opportunity Scholarship Program (OSP). This report presents findings from the evaluation on the impacts 2 years after families who applied were given the option to move from a public school to a participating private school of their choice. The evaluation is based on a randomized controlled trial design that compares the outcomes of eligible applicants randomly assigned to receive (treatment group) or not receive (control group) a scholarship through a series of lotteries Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003

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The District of Columbia School Choice Incentive Act of 2003, passed by the Congress in January 2004, established the first federally funded, private school voucher program in the United States. The D.C. School Choice Program provides low-income parents residing in the District of Columbia (the District) with expanded options for the education of their children. This program is part of a broader school improvement effort in the District that is founded on the belief that all education sector (public schools, public charter schools, and nonpublic schools) can offer quality education experiences for the District's students, and that those students who are the most economically disadvantaged have the least access to such experiences. One grant was awarded on a competitive basis to establish a scholarship program to provide eligible students with expanded school choice options. These scholarships enable students to attend a participating nonpublic District elementary or secondary school of their choice. Source - U.S Department of Education - Reproduced with Permission To read more about the D.C Scholarship Program - Click Here.

Beauvoir Cathedral Elementary School - School of the Day - 7/6/2008

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Beauvoir, the National Cathedral Elementary School, founded in 1933, is a primary school dedicated to educating a diverse student body in a caring and creative environment. Our program is designed to nurture the spiritual, ethical, intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development of our children. We seek to foster a spirit of inquiry and a joy in learning. An independent, co-ed school for children from pre-kindergarten through third grade, Beauvoir operates under the aegis of the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation, and focuses all of its resources on early childhood education. We believe that a child’s early school years are vital to building strong conceptual skills and attitudes that drive future academic achievement and social development. We believe that children have different learning styles and so we seek to develop the unique potential of each child. We believe this developmental approach enables children to build self-reliance, and acquire skills to think and work creatively. We believe in the Beauvoir Life Rules --- respect, responsibility, honesty and kindness --- and we emphasize character development in the classroom and throughout the school community. We believe in diversity. We actively seek qualified children of varied economic, religious, cultural and racial backgrounds. And we believe our children benefit from a curriculum that helps them to understand their place in our increasingly multi-cultural, multi-ethnic and multi-racial society. We believe that providing the best education depends on attracting, supporting and retaining the best teachers --- a faculty that drives our commitment to excellence in early childhood education. Beauvoir Cathedral Elementary School 3500 Woodley Rd., NW Washington DC 20016 Phone: (202) 537-6485 Fax: (202) 537-6512

Beaches Episcopal School - School of the Day - 7/05/08

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Beaches Episcopal School provides a Christian environment for learning through educational experiences that offer opportunities for academic achievements. A challenging curriculum, including a commitment to enrichment programs, helps develop inquisitive and creative minds. Our caring and qualified faculty and staff seek to provide opportunities for responsible citizenship by building self-esteem and leadership. We are committed to guiding each individual student towards reaching his/her full potential and to developing lifelong learners. As an outreach of St. Paul's by the Sea Episcopal Church, Beaches Episcopal School provides education in a caring, Christian environment that enriches the lives of its students and their families. We are committed to providing a solid foundation for every aspect of our students' futures, and to help children grow intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, and physically in an atmosphere that promotes trust and freedom. Beaches Episcopal School 1150 Fifth St. North Jacksonville Beach, Florida, 32250 Phone: (904) 246- 2466 Fax: (904) 246-1626 Click Here for more Florida Private Schools Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

All Saints' Episcopal Day School - School of the Day - 7/03/08

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It is the mission of All Saints' Episcopal Day School, in keeping with the Judeo-Christian tradition of love of God, neighbor, and self, to provide each child the opportunity to develop his or her highest potential to learn, in a nurturing environment of spiritual growth and service to others. Our school is recognized for its development of the whole child, its challenging academic program, its nurturing of a positive self-image, and its cultivation of an understanding of our loving relationship with God and others. At All Saints' Day School, our program combines three major emphases to develop the whole child: An enriched academic program that challenges students' minds. An inclusive, caring community that challenges students' hearts and spirits. A well-rounded activities program that engages students' talents and interests Our multi-dimensional program combines academic excellence with spiritual and moral values, while emphasizing the philosophy of mutual and self-respect. We value the dignity and unique abilities of each student, and we are committed to the growth of every individual to his or her fullest potential. All Saints’ Episcopal Day School 8060 Carmel Valley Rd Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923 831-624-9171 Click Here for more California Private Schools Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 31

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Follow up Have you contacted each school to check on your child’s application status? When will the schools notify you that your child has been admitted? When will you need to notify the school that your child plans to attend? When will you notify the schools that your child will not attend? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 30

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Submit paperwork and applications before the deadlines Have you completely filled out the application for each school? Have you included all of the required additional information with the application (deposit, student transcript, test scores, letters of recommendation)? Have you submitted applications before the deadline set by each school? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 29

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Select one or more schools to apply to To which schools do you want to apply? What is the application deadline at each school? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip #28

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Reputation How is the school regarded in the community? How is the school viewed by other parents? Is the school respected by other schools, particularly those that receive its students (when they move to the next level)? Has the school won any awards? Do people move to the community to go to the school? What do the graduates of the school say? Have graduates from the school made significant contributions to the community and their field of choice? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 27

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Parent and Community Involvement How well attended are back-to school nights by parents? Are families expected to be involved with homework? How frequently does the school communicate with parents? Are community leaders involved with the school? Does the school partner with local businesses and organizations? Are parents involved in the development of school policies? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 26

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Parent and Community Involvement How does the school encourage parental involvement? What are the ways parents can get involved? Are parents encouraged to volunteer? Does the school have an active parent- teacher organization? Does the school hold meetings and events at times when parents can attend? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 25

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Students Do students participate in and enjoy field trips? Do students feel safe and secure at the school? What do student publications say? What else do students say about the school? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 24

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Students What is the attendance rate for students? What do students say about the principal? What do students say about the teachers? Do the students have school spirit? What do students say about homework? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 23

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Teachers Are the teachers highly qualified to teach in their subject areas (do they know the subjects they are teaching)? Do teachers have the skills and knowledge to address students with special learning needs? Are specialized staffs available to address the special learning needs of a child (e.g., speech therapist, psychologist or aides)? Do the teachers know the individual students in their classes? Are teachers willing to provide extra help to students? What is the school’s policy regarding teacher response to parent inquiries? Do teachers have Web sites with class notes and other information for students and parents? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 22

2008-06-22T12:58:00.001-05:00

Teachers How do teachers grade student work? Do teachers have high expectations for all students to achieve to high academic standards? How do teachers inform students of their expectations? Do teachers share the course content and objectives with parents? When and how frequently are teachers available for parent conferences? Do teachers assign homework? Is it rigorous? Frequent? Sufficient? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 21

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Principal How often does the principal observe teachers? What does the school do to keep good teachers and improve teacher performance? How does the principal respond to parental concerns/complaints? What is the principal’s attitude toward students with diverse learning needs (e.g., students with disabilities and students with limited English proficiency)? According to the principal, what are the school’s strengths? According to the principal, what are the school’s weaknesses? According to the principal, where can the school improve? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 20

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Principal What is the principal’s philosophy about education? What is the principal’s attitude toward discipline? In what extracurricular activities is the principal most interested? What is the principal’s reputation in the community? Is the principal usually at the school and available to talk to parents? Does the principal get to know the students? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip #19

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Culture Is there a welcoming attitude toward all parents? How are the students with diverse learning needs (e.g., students with disabilities and students with limited English proficiency) treated? Do the teachers appear to be helpful and friendly? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip #18

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Culture Is the school secretary helpful and friendly? Is the school orderly and neat? What do the bulletin boards look like? How is student work displayed? How does the school communicate with students and parents (weekly/ monthly newsletter, e-mail, Web site)? Do the students appear to be courteous, happy, and disciplined? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 17

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Questions About Private Schools What is the tuition? Is there a payment plan? Is there a sliding scale for tuition, based on parish, church affiliation, or family income? What are the other fees and expenses (room and board, uniforms, books, transportation, lab and computer fees, activity fees)? What scholarships and loans are available? Are students or their parents required to be of a particular faith? Does the school have a policy on student participation in religious instruction and worship? Does the school close for religious and federal holidays? Does the school have the same schedule as the local public school? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 16

2008-06-16T12:43:00.002-05:00

Private Schools Is there an application process? What is the application deadline? Is anything else required in the application (test scores, interview, recommendations, application fees, etc.)? Are test scores required for admission? What are the ranges of scores for admitted students? Do admissions requirements include a portfolio, an audition or statement of interest? Are there any other admissions requirements? Are admissions requirements published in languages other than English? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 15

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Facilities and Services Is there a well-stocked library where students can check out books and do research? Are reading materials available in other languages? Is there interlibrary loan? Is time provided in the day for students to go to the library? Do students have access to computers and to the Internet in the classroom and library? Is use of the Internet monitored? Is there an auditorium or a large room for school assemblies? Is a school nurse on duty daily? Is there a cafeteria, and does the school offer a nutritionally well-balanced lunch program? Breakfast program? Is supervised before- and afterschool care offered? Are there tutoring programs? Are counseling services available to students? Is the school accessible to children with mobility limitations? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 14

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Special Offerings What extracurricular activities does the school offer after school or on weekends? Do all students have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities? What interscholastic activities are available to students? What intramural activities are available to students? What activities receive the most attention and resources? Are there school and student publications? Does the school sponsor field trips? Are they available to all students? Are publications for parents available in other languages? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 13

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Safety Is the school safe? How does the school prevent and handle problems with drugs, alcohol, and tobacco? How does the school prevent and handle violence, bullying, harassment, and other forms of abusive behavior? What measures does the school take to ensure safety? What security measures are in place? What is the school’s relationship with the local police? Is there a police officer on duty during school hours and for extracurricular activities? What information is available on serious crime in the school? What information is available on students bringing weapons to school? Does the school have an emergency plan for local and national emergencies? What does the school do to ensure that parents and all school administrators know the emergency plan? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 12

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Behavior Policy What is the policy on school absences? How does the school encourage daily attendance? Do school personnel call parents when students are absent? Does the school have a drug and alcohol abuse prevention program? Does the school have a dress code? Do students wear uniforms? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 11

2008-06-11T05:45:00.001-05:00

Behavior Policy What does the school do to help develop character and citizenship? What is the discipline policy? How does the school handle students who misbehave? Are teachers fair in their responses to students? Does the school have a program and supports to prevent and address behavior problems? Are students allowed to leave school by themselves? What measures has the school taken to ensure safety? What security measures are in place? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 10

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Academic Performance How do the school’s test scores compare to those of other schools? In the past few years, have test scores risen or declined? How does the school explain the rise or decline? How well have children similar to yours performed on these tests? How do students moving on to the next level of schooling perform in their new schools? How many students leave the school before completing the last grade? What special achievements or recognition has the school received? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 9

2008-06-09T10:45:00.002-05:00

Approach to Learning Does the school have a particular approach to teaching and learning (e.g., group projects, individual performance, frequent testing)? If yes, do you think your child will enjoy and learn from this approach? Does the school do all it can to make sure each child learns? Does it provide opportunities for children to get extra help when they need it? Is the school staff able to communicate in the language that your child understands? Are children with limited English language skills, learning disabilities, or other special needs learning and performing well on tests? What is the homework policy? Does it match your expectations for how much homework your child should do? Do you want your child to go to a singlesex (all-boy or all-girl) school, or a coeducational school? How large are the classes? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 8

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Does the school provide enrichment opportunities for all students? For gifted students? Does the school have extracurricular activities that support what is taught? Is there an effective English language acquisition program for children who need it? If your child has special learning needs, does the school have a curriculum and the necessary supports to appropriately accommodate those needs? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 7

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Curriculum Does the school have a strong program of core academic subjects such as English, history, mathematics, science, arts, and foreign languages? What courses does the school offer in addition to the core subjects? What evidence is there that the school is effectively teaching students to read? Does the school have a special focus or theme for the curriculum? Does the school offer challenging courses such as Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and high school honors courses? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 6

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Location of School Do you want your child to go to a school within walking distance of your home? Can your child’s talents be nurtured outside your neighborhood? How far are you willing to have your child bused? How far are you willing to drive your child to school? Does your child want to be in a school with his or her friends? Do you want your child to go to a school near your after-school care? Near where you work? Near a close relative? Does your child have any special transportation needs that must be considered in choosing a school? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 5

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Your Child’s Learning Style Does your child learn best by seeing how things work? Does your child learn best by reading about how something works? Does your child learn best by listening? Does your child like to participate in discussions? Does your child like to learn through physical activity? Is your child logical or mathematical? Is your child musical or artistic? Does your child like to learn in groups? Does your child like to work alone? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 4

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Your Child’s Needs Does your child need a more structured environment? Does your child need a less structured environment? Does your child need more challenging work? Does your child need more individual attention? Does your child generally need extra help or more time to complete an assignment? Does your child have any special learning needs? Does your child need an environment that fosters creativity? Does your child need an English language acquisition program? Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip # 3

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Start your search for the best school by thinking about what you want a school to do for your child. Perhaps your child has special language or education needs. Keep these in mind. After all, you know your son or daughter better than anyone else does. Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Choosing a Private School - Tip #2

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Choosing a Private School - Tip #1

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How do you pick the best school for your child? Whether you are choosing a public or private school or homeschooling, whether or not you are paying tuition, careful planning is a must. Remember, you are looking for a school that will make the educational experience for your child and you as rewarding as possible. Write Down Five Things That Are Most Important to You You may wish to write down five things that are most important to you as you consider the choice of a school. As you go through the selection process, you may want to add to and revise your list. Read other tips on Choosing a Private School. Source - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Choosing a School for Your Child, Washington, D.C., 2007.

Private School Fact of the Day # 30

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In the fall of 2005, there were 28,996 private elementary and secondary schools with 5,057,520 students and 435,485 full-time-equivalent (FTE) teachers in the United States. Visit eSchoolSearch.com, your online directory of private schools nationwide. For parents, we provide an easily searchable database of over 30,000 private schools -- preschool through grade 12. For schools, we provide a simple way to gain national exposure at no cost. Results are from the Characteristics of Private Schools in the United States: Results From the 2005–2006 Private School Universe Survey.