This document provides an overview of options for teens to continue pursuing sports outside of school. It notes that participating in sports provides numerous benefits and that not every student needs to be a starter on a varsity team to enjoy athletics. The document discusses options like local parks and recreation leagues, which offer teams for all ages and skill levels at low or no cost. It also mentions less formal options like pickup games at gyms. Additionally, it addresses options for students who prefer individual activities rather than team sports, such as dance, running, or martial arts.
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5. Table of Contents
34
SPORTS & FITNESS
4 HAVE YOU CONSIDERED
SCHOOLING AWAY FROM HOME?
34 Fitness
34 Ice Hockey
34 Martial Arts
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37 Squash
FOR LOVE OF THE GAME
37 Swimming
38 Tennis
10 STUDENT PROFILE
38 TUTORING & TEST PREP
11
10 THINGS YOU AND YOUR TEEN
SHOULD DO THIS SCHOOL YEAR
39 VACATION WEEK PROGRAM
12
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
40
12 Day Schools ABOUT TEENLIFE:
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20 Semester Schools and how to register on our site.
21 INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
21 College 26 Summer Programs 42 TEENLIFE.COM:
A Resource for Families with Teens
26 Financial 26 Secondary School
26 CLASSES & INSTRUCTION 43 INDEX
43 Advertisers
43 Listings by Name
26 Academic – Enrichment
27 Academic – Politics and Diplomacy
27 Computers & Technology
27 Cooking & Baking
27 Dance 31 Music
30 Driving 32 Sewing
30 Fashion 33 Theatre Arts
30 Filmmaking & Digital Media 33 Visual Arts
6. Have you considered
schooling away from home?
Residential and Study Abroad Programs for Teens in High School.
by Hilary Dobel
igh school is a wonderful time to
expand your horizons, but most students stick
close to home. However, with an increasing
number of educational programs offering
residential and travel options, teens today can
learn and grow by studying away from home
before ever setting foot on a college campus.
Boarding schools, semester schools, study
abroad programs, and post-graduate years
provide an exciting range of academic and
geographic options, from exotic homestays in
Vietnam to traditional boarding programs all
across the United States.
TRADITIONAL BOARDING SCHOOLS
Students can attend traditional board-
ing schools as early as fourth grade, though
most start in sixth or ninth. David Grossman,
a graduate of Philips Exeter who went on to
attend Princeton University, remembers being
attracted by the idea of boarding because he
loved “being able to bond with my friends every
Teens experiencing high school at sea with
OCEAN CLASSROOM. See listing page 23. night all summer long” at camp. This dorm-
like experience ended up being his favorite
thing about Exeter. Grossman also cites the
Harkness Plan, which employed an intimate
and rigorous classroom style of very small,
7. discussion-based classes “with no ‘back row’ in which STUDY ABROAD
to hide.” Indeed, many students have noted the rigor of Study abroad programs are also increasingly popular, and
boarding academics. A recent graduate of Groton School some schools even have their own exchange programs. Noble
says that her friends who attended day school had “more and Greenough School, a Boston-area day and boarding school,
carefree” lives, but she continues to be grateful for the runs its own travel and experiential learning programs in loca-
“fantastic pressure cooker” of boarding life: “It’s an amaz- tions as diverse as New Orleans and Vietnam. The school also
ingly valuable experience to have had, the certainty that...I encourages students to travel, and the website notes that ten
can handle just about anything.” Boarding is a wonderful to fifteen students study off-campus for a year or semester
annually. In Philadelphia, the Friends’ Central School offers
option for students with learning differences, too; there
exchanges every other year “to Madrid and Paris, over spring
are many programs that specialize in preparing students
break for about two weeks,” says Assistant Director of Admis-
with dyslexia or ADD/ADHD for the return to traditional
sion Ross Trachtenberg. Students in the Latin program can also
classrooms. For more information on accredited boarding
go on “an archaeological trip” to Italy. Such programs aren’t just
schools, check out The Association of Boarding Schools at about personal enrichment, though. Melissa Brown, Director of
www.boardingschools.com. Global Education at the Holton-Arms School outside Wash-
ington, DC, notes that“educating [our students] about global
cultures, environments, economies, and political systems both
Boarding School is an amazingly
inside and outside the classroom” through travel will help to
valuable experience to have had.
foster “lasting relationships and mutual understanding” among
I now know that I can handle
different countries.
just about anything.
As with semester programs, summer study abroad offers a
fantastic opportunity for foreign language immersion, as well
SEMESTER SCHOOLS as community service and a chance for a unique encounter with
Semester schools give students the chance to get another nation’s culture. Some involve a student exchange,
a taste of boarding life for a single academic term, com- where American students live with families in another country,
monly during a student’s junior year. These programs are while others are based around institutions, usually secondary
schools or universities abroad.
also great for special interests; students who don’t have
the opportunity to pursue their passions in traditional day For students who can’t get enough world travel, School Year
schools might appreciate these specialized programs. Abroad, founded at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, is a
Ocean Classroom, for example, is an experiential educa- one-of-a-kind program that allows American students to spend
tion program that takes place at sea! The Oxbow School, their junior or senior year of high school in China, France, Italy,
Spain, Vietnam, or Japan. Like semester schools, School Year
meanwhile, has an arts focus, while others emphasize
Abroad matches up with standard high school curricula, so
community service or politics. Many semester schools
students don’t fall behind in their coursework during their
take advantage of the natural beauty of their surround-
exciting explorations.
ings to offer an environmental bent with lots of time spent
outdoors. International semester schools are also avail-
able, often with a chance for intensive study of a language
POST-GRADUATE YEAR
or cultural immersion. And there’s no need to worry about The post-graduate or “PG” year may be the least
falling behind in a student’s regular studies. These pro- familiar of these options. Many boarding (and some private
grams are designed for students currently enrolled in day) schools offer an additional year of study for students
day or public schools and generally match the standard who’ve graduated from high school but, for whatever reason,
high school curriculum. For more information go to feel the need for additional time before college. Athletes or
www.semesterschools.net.
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8. HAVE YOU CONSIDERED SCHOOLING AWAY FROM HOME?
those pursuing admission to an extremely competi- ence for a wide variety of teens. Students who want an
tive university may need an extra year to bolster their exciting change of pace will appreciate being in a new place
resume or improve academic performance to become with new people. Those who might be more independent-
more attractive candidates. Others might have had a minded or who want to become more independent will
successful high school career but feel emotionally un- learn to care for themselves and set their own schedules.
prepared for college due to their own maturity level or And students seeking a unique and often demanding
to a traumatic event such as illness or a death in the preparation for college will enjoy more time and space to
family. In these cases, a PG year is a chance for them focus on their academics. Residential programs aren’t for
to live away from home in a safe, well-monitored envi- everyone, but for some students, they can make all the dif-
ronment before taking the next step. As with boarding ference in the world.
schools, students with ADD or learning differences
may also benefit from an extra year to improve their For more information about any of these program types,
study habits or to prepare themselves for the intensity visit TeenLife.com to see extensive listings of boarding
of college academics. schools, semester schools, study abroad programs, and PG
Studying away from home can be a great experi- years all across the United States and the world.
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10. For Love of the Game
by Hilary Dobel
he benefits of participating in a
sport are numerous. A report from Iowa State
University shows that many student-athletes
display superior time-management and orga-
nizational skills, as well as a lower incidence
of depressive symptoms. Women and girls who
play sports demonstrate higher levels of self-
esteem and well-being. Sports can offer teens
a healthy attitude towards competition, self-
discipline, and personal achievement, as well
as a unique camaraderie with their teammates.
As students get older and sports become
more competitive, sometimes a day comes
when a player’s skill set doesn’t match up with
the expectations of a school’s team. It can be
tough to realize that not everyone gets to be
an all-star, but fortunately there are plenty of
options to continue pursuing sports outside of
school. Students don’t have to be starters on
the varsity squad to keep playing the sports
they love. There are so many opportunities to
stay with their favorite sport in settings outside
of school, that everyone can pursue some
form of athletics.
JACK M. BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY'S Varsity Boys'
Soccer Team enjoys a home court advantage. Barrack's
35-acre campus features an artificial turf soccer field
that doubles as a playing field for lacrosse. See ad on
page17 and listing on page 16.
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11. As we’ve said, participating in athletics is incred- Team sports aren’t everyone’s thing—and that’s ok.
ibly beneficial—physically, emotionally, and mentally. To Some students might prefer an activity that’s a little more
continue reaping those rewards, teens can check out their solitary, or maybe they just aren’t into competition. They
local parks and recreation website; many cities offer a can pick and choose the aspects of athletics that they do
huge array of teams for all ages and skill levels. Joining enjoy to find an activity that’s right for them. Prefer not
these teams is free or reasonably priced, and they often to compete? Try dance, weightlifting, or yoga. Or, take up
practice and play close to home. skating, running, or swimming, which can be done solo or
as part of a team. For students who like to compete but
prefer things one-on-one, tennis, golf, skiing, or martial
If busy students want something less formal, many arts might be a good fit. Everyone can still experience the
gyms and community centers host casual pickup games, physical and mental benefits of the activity, not to mention
which are great if a teen’s schedule is too packed for a great personal habits that last a lifetime.
bigger commitment. Another way to stay involved with a
favorite sport is to coach a kids’ team—teens get to keep
their skills sharp, and they get the satisfaction of helping Any teen can find a way to
others and sharing their passion. It’s a completely differ- approach his sport in a way
ent way to experience the game! that makes sense for
his lifestyle and priorities.
Of course, making the team is the least of their
There are also great options for teens that just aren’t
concerns if their school doesn’t offer the sport they want
feeling this whole sports business. Lots of different social
to play. If their school doesn’t offer water polo or a swim
activities can give them that great sense of community a
team, for example, check with the local pool. The same
team provides. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts aren’t just for
goes for ice hockey and skating rinks. Private club teams
kids—high school students can participate in scouting
are great options, too. Although they cost money, clubs
until they’re eighteen. Youth groups at a local community
provide opportunities for travel and exciting tournaments.
center or place of worship are also great places to hang
Many of them run during the summer, too, which is great
out and make new friends. Signing up for a recurring
if teens want to be able to play year-round.
community service obligation can also introduce teens to
other students who share their interests. And at school,
For other students, the big question is what kind of there’s everything from writing for the newspaper to
time they want to spend on athletics. For some, part of auditioning for plays.
the fun is playing at the very highest level of skill and
competition possible—which can require a tremendous
What matters most is that teens are enriching
amount of dedication. Many scholar-athletes find, though,
themselves with new experiences and forming friendships
that the fun of the sport itself and the social aspect of
that’ll last for many years to come.
spending time with the team are what make it worthwhile.
Any teen can find a way to approach his sport in a way that
makes sense for his lifestyle and priorities. If a school’s
field hockey team is legendarily cutthroat, a student with
a more laid-back personality might prefer a similar sport
with a less-intense team, like track or soccer.
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12. STUDENT PROFILE
In His Own Words
“ Prior to this internship, I had no
real job experience. I learned how to
communicate with lawyers and judges
ROBERT PEDROGO on a professional level, and even
”
Former Student at
Prep Charter High how to dress properly for a job.
School, Philadelphia, PA
Freshman at Barry
University, Miami, Florida
What did you learn from your internship?
Prior to this internship, I had no real job experi-
ence. I learned how to communicate with lawyers
and judges on a professional level, and even how
to dress properly for a job. I also learned certain
skills necessary to run a library such as, the Dewey
Decimal System, which is a complicated system of
organizing and classifying books on shelves so they
can always be found.
How has your internship shaped your
future goals?
I definitely had a misconception about what law-
yers and judges actually do on a day-to-day basis.
Where and when did you do your high school internship? I pictured it to be more fast-paced and exciting
When I was a senior, I worked once a week in the Philadelphia like Law & Order on TV, but their jobs are actually
City Hall Law Library throughout most of the school year. nothing like that. There is a ton of reading, prepa-
ration, and studying, so they can keep up with any
What were your responsibilities? new laws or changes to existing laws. I would walk
into a District Attorney’s office and they’d have 25
In the morning I would essentially reshelf returned books
books open and tons of notes everywhere.
and scan shelves to make sure books were in the right place.
Since laws are always changing, I would also update pages in
certain law binders with new protocols for the city. My other Plus, I was surprised about how much collabora-
responsibility was to deliver new or updated versions of books tion there is between judges and lawyers to come
to the 40 or so judges in City Hall. to an agreement. The process is actually very “low
brow,” not dramatic at all. They seem to settle
cases easily and as quickly as possible.
How did you get your internship?
Our school has a specific career development curriculum in
which you meet with your guidance counselor at the begin-
ning of the year to discuss internship options. We usually have The experience was life-changing. I now know that
a few options to select from. I could have chosen to work in a I do not want to pursue a career in law. I am actu-
hospital, another school, or a community center, but since I ally considering medicine. Neurology, pathology,
was interested in law, the City Hall position was perfect. and stem cell research interest me.
10 | 2011 TEENLIFE GUIDE TO COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
13. Things You and Your Teen
Should Do This School Year
THE BUCKET LIST FOR TEENS THE BUCKET LIST FOR PARENTS
Headgear Headgear
1. Be a role model 1. Be a mentor
Lend your knowledge to help someone else. Guide your student to academic and
personal success.
2. Get a job
Make some money, and learn some skills. 2. Network with colleagues
Headgear Talk to everyone who might need interns.
3. Volunteer Headgear
Spend some time on a cause you like. 3. Join the cause
Headgear Two volunteers are better than one.
4. Learn a new skill Headgear
Glass blowing or martial arts? Try a new hobby. 4. Encourage your child to
try something new
5. Freshen up your resume Could fencing or water polo be their new sport?
Keep it updated with all that’s new.
Headgear 5. Edit their resume
6. Camp out with your friends Always useful to take a peek.
Bond with classmates outside of class.
6. Camp out with your kids
7. Start your own blog It's a fun bonding experience.
Share your personal experiences with other teens.
7. Blog for a teen-parenting site
8. Spread the word about TeenLife It’s nice to share parent perspective.
Join our Student Advisory Board at
www.teenlife.com/studentadvisoryboard 8. Spread the word about TeenLife
Headgear Join our Parent Advisory Board at
9. Make a collage www.teenlife.com/parentadvisoryboard
Doc the year with memories and friends.
9. Make a photo album
10. Check everything Create long-lasting memories.
off this list!
10. Check everything
off this list!
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14. Schools, Activities,
and Advisors for
Philadelphia Teens
The City of Brotherly Love offers so many great resources and opportunities for active parents
and teens in this area—many of which are featured in this edition of TeenLife Philadelphia.
As you scroll through its pages, you’ll find a plethora of information on everything from
after-school and vacation-week programs to specialized independent advisors.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Day Schools AIM~ACADEMY IN MANAYUNK
As the fastest growing school for students with learning
differences in the region, AIM~Academy In Manayunk ex-
ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR pands its capacity to serve college-bound, career-oriented
560 Sproul Road students, grades one through 12.
Villanova, PA 19085 Location(s): Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(610) 687-0650 Contact: Nancy Blair, Director of Admissions
www.ndapa.org Phone: (215) 483-2461
Email: admissions@aimpa.org
Address: 169 Conarroe Street,
AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA 19127
Ithan Avenue & Conestoga Road Website: www.aimpa.org
Rosemont, PA 19010
(610) 526-1678
www.agnesirwin.org
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15. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY
2025 Church Road 500 West Willow Grove Avenue
Wyncote, PA 19095 Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 885-1636 x101 (215) 247-4700
www.ancillae.org www.chestnuthillacademy.org
ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY CHRISTOPHER DOCK MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL
440 Upper Gulph Road 1000 Forty Foot Road
Radnor, PA 19087 Lansdale, PA 19446
(610) 687-4100 (215) 362-2675
www.asaphila.org www.dockhs.org
THE BALDWIN SCHOOL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART
701 West Montgomery Avenue 408 Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 525-2700 (610) 527-3915 x227
www.baldwinschool.org www.cdssh.org
BENCHMARK SCHOOL
2107 North Providence Road
Media, PA 19063
(610) 565-3741
www.benchmarkschool.org
BUCKINGHAM FRIENDS SCHOOL
P.O. Box 159
Lahaska, PA 18931
(215) 794-7491
www.bfs.org
Community Service and social action
initiatives are hallmarks of a JACK M.
BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY education
for all students. Barrack seniors also
complete 150 hours of community service,
a prerequisite for graduation. See ad on
page 17 and listing on page 16.
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16. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Students enjoy Senior Night at FRIENDS'
CENTRAL SCHOOL. See ad on page 6 and
THE CREFELD SCHOOL
listing on 15. 8836 Crefeld Street
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
www.crefeld.org
THE CROSSROADS SCHOOL
1681 North Valley Road
P.O. Box 730
Paoli, PA 19301
(610) 296-6765
www.thecrossroadsschool.net
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17. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
DELAWARE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FRIENDS SELECT SCHOOL
462 Malin Road 17th Street & The Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Newtown Square, PA 19073 Philadelphia, PA 19103
(610) 353-6522 x2286 (215) 561-5900
www.dccs.org www.friends-select.org
DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL GERMANTOWN ACADEMY
19 East Central Avenue P.O. Box 287
Paoli, PA 19301 Fort Washington, PA 19034
(610) 640-4150 x2120 (215) 646-7070
www.dvfs.org www.germantownacademy.net
DEVON PREPARATORY SCHOOL GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL
363 North Valley Forge Road 31 West Coulter Street
Devon, PA 19333 Philadelphia, PA 19144
(610) 688-7337 (215) 951-2300
www.devonprep.org www.germantownfriends.org
THE EPISCOPAL ACADEMY GESU SCHOOL
1785 Bishop White Drive 1700 West Thompson Street
Newtown Square, PA 19073 Philadelphia, PA 19121
(484) 424-1400 (215) 763-9077
www.episcopalacademy.org www.gesuschool.org
FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL GREY NUN ACADEMY
OF PHILADELPHIA 1750 Quarry Road
150 Noth Highland Avenue Yardley, PA 19067
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 (215) 968-4151
(610) 667-1284 www.gnaedu.org
www.efiponline.com/cg.html
GWYNEDD-MERCY ACADEMY ELEMENTARY
FRIENDS' CENTRAL SCHOOL 816 Norristown Road
Located in Wynnewood, PA, Friends’ Central is a Quaker, P.O. Box 241
independent, co-ed, college preparatory day school Spring House, PA 19477
for students in nursery through grade 12 that blends a (215) 646-4916
rigorous curriculum with Quaker principles of kindness, www.gmaelem.org
compassion, and generosity of spirit.
Location(s): Wynnewood, Pennsylvania GWYNEDD-MERCY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Contact: Barbara Behar 1345 Sumneytown Pike
Phone: (610) 645-5032 P.O.Box 902
Email: admission@friendscentral.org Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
Address: 1101 City Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096 (215) 646-8815
Website: www.friendscentral.org www.gmahs.org
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18. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
JACK M. BARRACK HEBREW
ACADEMY students perform
science experiments and
problem-solve together in the
school's cutting-edge science
labs. See ad on page 17, and
listing below.
HARRISBURG ACADEMY HOLY GHOST PREPARATORY SCHOOL
10 Erford Road 2429 Bristol Pike
Wormleysburg, PA 17043 Bensalem, PA 19020
(717) 763-7811 (215) 639-0811
www.harrisburgacademy.org www.holyghostprep.org
THE HAVERFORD SCHOOL JACK M. BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY
450 West Lancaster Avenue Barrack provides a college preparatory and
Haverford, PA 19041 Jewish studies curriculum to students in grades
(610) 642-3020 six through12, representing every spectrum of Jewish
www.haverford.org life and observance. Highlights include: 18 sports
teams, Junior year trimester in Israel, top college
acceptances, and a social action focus.
HILL TOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Location(s): Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
737 South Ithan Avenue
Contact: Vivian Young, Director of Admissions
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Phone: (610) 922-2350
(610) 527-3230
Email: vyoung@a.org
www.hilltopprep.org
Address: 223 N. Highland Avenue
Merion Station, PA 19066
HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Website: www.jbha.org
475 Shadeland Avenue
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
(610) 259-2712
www.holychildacademy.com
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19. Coming in January 2012…
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
THE JANUS SCHOOL
205 Lefever Road AIM~Academy In Manayunk’s New Location:!
Mount Joy, PA 17552 1200 River Road Conshohocken, PA!
(717) 653-0025 A college preparatory school educating bright children who learn differently (Grades 1 – 12)!
www.thejanusschool.org Monthly Parent & Professional Open Houses!
Visit us at: www.aimpa.org or call 215-483-2461 for more information!
KIMBERTON WALDORF SCHOOL
P.O. Box 350
Phoenixville, PA 19460(610) 933-3635 x128
www.kimberton.org
LA SALLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
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8605 Cheltenham Avenue
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
(215) 233-2911
www.lschs.org
bringing out the best in teens
LANCASTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
725 Hamilton Road
Lancaster, PA 17603 BHA-3.125x4.125_Layout 1 8/22/11 11:50 AM Page 1
(717) 392-2916 x227
www.lancastercountryday.org
MALVERN PREPERATORY SCHOOL
Educating Community
418 South Warren Avenue and World Leaders
Malvern, PA 19355
• Academic Excellence:
(484) 595-1181 Grades 6-12
www.malvernprep.org • Dynamic Dual Curriculum
• Jewish Diversity, Values,
Social Action
MERION MERCY ACADEMY
511 Montgomery Avenue • Award-Winning Drama, Art,
Music Programs
Merion Station, PA 19066
(610) 664-6655 • Trimester of Study in Israel
www.merion-mercy.com • 18 Sports Teams, including
Squash, Lacrosse and
Swimming
MMI PREPARATORY SCHOOL • Outstanding College
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1141 Route #113 An independent day school for students in grades 6-12.
Chester Springs, PA 19425 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA www.jbha.org
(610) 827-7222 x229
www.montgomeryschool.org VISIT OUR SCHOOL Contact: 610-922-2350
& CAMPUS TODAY! or vyoung@jbha.org
20. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
MORAVIAN ACADEMY PHILADELPHIA-MONTGOMERY
4313 Green Pond Road CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Bethlehem, PA 18020 35 Hillcrest Avenue
(610) 691-1600 Erdenheim, PA 19038
www.moravianacademy.org (215) 233-0782 x409
www.phil-mont.com
MOUNT SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY
120 West Wissahickon Avenue QUAKER SCHOOL AT HORSHAM
Flourtown, PA 19031 250 Meetinghouse Road
(215) 233-3177 Horsham, PA 19044
www.msjacad.org (215) 674-2875 x14
www.quakerschool.org
NAZARETH ACADEMY
4001 Grant Avenue ROSEMONT SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD
Philadelphia, PA 19114 1344 Montgomery Avenue
(215) 637-7676 Rosemont, PA 19010
www.nazarethacademyhs.org (610) 922-1000
www.rosemontschool.org
NEWTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL
1450 Newtown-Langhorne Road SAINT BASIL ACADEMY
P.O. Box 978 711 Fox Chase Road
Langhorne, PA 18940 Jenkintown, PA 19046
(215) 968-2225 (215) 885-3771 x14
www.newtownfriends.org www.stbasilacademy.org
THE PEN RYN SCHOOL SEWICKLEY ACADEMY
235 South Olds Boulevard 315 Academy Avenue
Fairless Hill, PA 19030 Sewickley, PA 15143
(215) 547-1800 (412) 741-2230 x3043
www.penryn.org www.sewickley.org
PERELMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL THE SHIPLEY SCHOOL
49 Haverford Road - Stern Center 814 Yarrow Street
Wynnewood, PA 19096 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(215) 635-3130 (610) 525-4300
www.pjds.org www.shipleyschool.org
THE PHILADELPHIA SCHOOL SPRINGSIDE SCHOOL
2501 Lombard Street 8000 Cherokee Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146 Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 545-5323 (215) 247-7200
www.tpschool.org/index.php www.springside.org
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21. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
ST. ALOYSIUS ACADEMY THE VANGUARD SCHOOL
401 South Bryn Mawr Avenue 1777 North Valley Road
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 P.O. Box 730
(610) 525-1670 Paoli, PA 19301
www.staloysiusacademy.org (610) 296-6700
www.vanguardschool-pa.org
ST. JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL
1733 Girard Avenue VILLA JOSEPH MARIE HIGH SCHOOL
Philadelphia, PA 19130 1180 Holland Road
(215) 978-1950 Holland, PA 18966
www.sjprep.org (215) 357-8810
www.vjmhs.org
ST. PETER'S SCHOOL
319 Lombard Street VILLA MARIA ACADEMY
Philadelphia, PA 19147 370 Old Lincoln Highway
(215) 925-3963 Malvern, PA 19355
www.st-peters-school.org (610) 644-2551
www.vmahs.org
STRATFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL
2 Bishop Hollow Road WALDRON MERCY ACADEMY
Newtown Square, PA 19073 513 Montgomery Avenue
(610) 355-9580 Merion Station, PA 19066
www.stratfordfriends.org (610) 664-9847
www.waldronmercy.org
THE SWAIN SCHOOL
1100 South 24th Street WESTTOWN SCHOOL
Allentown, PA 18103 975 Westtown Road
(610) 433-4542 Westtown, PA 19395
www.swain.org (610) 399-3760
www.westtown.edu
UNITED FRIENDS SCHOOL
1018 West Broad Street THE WILLIAM PENN CHARTER SCHOOL
Quakertown, PA 18951 3000 West School House Lane
(215) 538-1733 x228 Philadelphia, PA 19144
www.unitedfriendsschool.org (215) 844-3460
www.penncharter.com
THE UPLAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
420 West Street Road WILMINGTON FRIENDS SCHOOL
Kennett Square, PA 19348 101 School Road
(610) 444-3035 Wilmington, DE 19803
www.uplandcds.org (302) 576-2900
www.wilmingtonfriends.org
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22. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
WOODLYNDE SCHOOL Semester Schools
445 Upper Gulph Road
Strafford, PA 19087
(610) 687-9660 CENTER FOR CULTURAL INTERCHANGE:
www.woodlynde.org HIGH SCHOOL ABROAD
A high school exchange program is an exciting
opportunity to experience life overseas. Participants
THE WYNDCROFT SCHOOL
live with host families and attend a local high school,
1395 Wilson Street
living the life of a teen in their host country. Three-
Pottstown, PA 19464
month, semester, and year-long programs are available.
(610) 326-0544
www.wyndcroft.org Location(s): Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan,
The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Sweden
YORK COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Contact: Anna Kacyn
1071 Regents' Glen Boulevard Phone: (888) ABROAD1 (227-6231)
York, PA 17043 Email: info@greenhearttravel.org
(717) 843-9805 Address: 746 North LaSalle Drive,
www.ycds.org Chicago, IL 60654
Website: www.cci-exchange.org/travelabroad
Boarding School CONSERVE SCHOOL
A semester-long immersion for high school
students in environmental studies and outdoor
RIVERSIDE MILITARY activities that deepens their love of nature,
ACADEMY (RMA) reinforces their commitment to conservation,
For over 100 years, Riverside Military Academy and equips them to take meaningful action as
has produced young men of purpose, integrity, environmental stewards.
and character. RMA is easily accessible and
located one hour north of Atlanta’s Location(s): Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin
International Airport. Contact: Phil Delong
Phone: (715) 547-1300
Location(s): Gainesville, Georgia Email: admissions@conserveschool.org
Phone: (800) 462-2338 Address: 5400 North Black Oak Lake Road,
Email: apply@riversidemilitary.com Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540
Address: 2001 Riverside Drive, Website: www.conserveschool.org
Gainesville, GA 30501
Website: www.riversidemilitary.com
Student conducting research with
OCEAN CLASSROOM. See listing on page 21.
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23. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
COASTAL STUDIES FOR GIRLS INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
Coastal Studies for Girls is the country’s first
residential science and leadership semester
school for 10th grade girls. Coastal Studies'girls College
have a love for learning and discovery, an adventurous
spirit, and a desire to challenge themselves.
ACADEMIC ACCESS
Location(s): Freeport, Maine 9 Tenby Road
Contact: Whitney Conway Havertown, PA 19083
Phone: (207) 865-9700 (610) 446-0548
Email: whitney@coastalstudiesforgirls.org www.academic-access.com
Address: 308 Wolfe’s Neck Road,
Freeport, ME 04032
Website: www.coastalstudiesforgirls.org ACADEMIC ADVISORY SERVICE
370 Fox Hound Drive
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
OCEAN CLASSROOM: DISCOVERY (215) 402-8670
HIGH SCHOOL SEMESTER AT SEA www.academic-advisory-service.com
Visit new lands, gain new perspectives, build strength
and confidence, make life-long friends, and help the
environment. Marine science, maritime history and ACADEMIC DIRECTIONS, INC.
literature, and applied math are taught as you sail a 1701 Langhorne-Newtown Road
schooner from Maine to the Caribbean. Langhorne, PA 19047
Location(s): Maine to the Caribbean (215) 579-8281
Contact: Susan Hodder www.academicdirections.com
Phone: (207) 633-2750
Email: agraham@oceanclassroom.org
Address: 1 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538 ACCESS COLLEGE AND CAREER
Website: www.oceanclassroom.org CONSULTANTS LLC
50 West Welsh Pool Road
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 212-6679
INDEPENDENT ADVISORS www.accessguidance.com
AHP EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
AHP educational consultants are committed to
personalizing each student’s admissions process
through knowledgeable, hands-on guidance. They help
each student develop organizational and decision-mak-
ing skills for a more rewarding admissions experience.
Location(s): Sudbury, Massachusetts
Contact: Timothy Lee
Phone: (978) 443-0055
Email: tlee@ahpnet.com
Address: 490B Boston Post Road #200,
Sudbury, MA 01776
Website: www.ahpeducationalconsulting.com
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24. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
AMERICAN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTANTS BENNETT SCHOOL PLACEMENT WORLDWIDE
15 Zelkova Drive P.O. Box 425
Holland, PA 18966 Fort Washington, PA 19034
(215) 860-8097 (215) 554-1656
www.feblock.com www.schoolplacement.com
AMG EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS CAREER STRATEGIES YOUTH SERVICES
Counseling in the college and placement field since 1845 Walnut Street
1988, Andrea Glovsky has successfully helped hun- Philadelphia, PA 19103
dreds of students match their interests and abilities (215) 854-1874
to the most appropriate school. Andrea provides www.jevshumanservices.org/programs/
guidance to families in Massachusetts, the North- college-strategies.html
east, across the country, and around the world.
Location(s): Prides Crossing, Massachusetts CHERI BARAD EDUCATION CONSULTING
Contact: Andrea Glovsky Cheri Barad assists students navigate through the
Phone: (978) 526-7809 comprehensive college admissions and matching process.
Skype: andrea.glovsky One-on-one individualized, working with athletes, interna-
Email: amglovsky@comcast.net tional, learning issues, and transfers students.
Address: P.O. Box 44, “Finding the right match, not just admissions.”
Prides Crossing, MA 01965
Location(s): Medfield, Massachusetts
Website: www.findingcolleges.com
Contact: Cheri Barad
Phone: (508) 359-8889
Email: gobridges@aol.com
THE ARTSBRIDGE
Address: 425-1 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052
The ArtsBridge is an educational consulting firm
Website: www.cheribarad.com
specializing in helping high school and college
transfer students in the performing arts navigate
through the unique college application and audition COLLEGEAPPLICATIONESSAYCOACH.COM
process. Owner Mindy Pollack-Fusi works one-on-one with
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts and students to coach them on their college application essays
New York City, New York in person and online. She helps students refine topics to
Contact: Jen Bewerse best depict their unique strengths in their own passionate,
Phone: (855) 778-ARTS (2787) polished voices.
Email: info@theartsedge.com Location(s): Bedford, Massachusetts
Address: 400 Hunnewell Street, Needham, MA Contact: Mindy Pollack-Fusi
02494 Phone: (781) 275-7301
Website: www.theartsedge.com Email: mindy@theplaceforwords.com
Address: The Place for Words & Workshops
200 Great Road, Suite 254A, Bedford, MA 01730
AVERY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Website: www.collegeapplicationessaycoach.com
1865 Old York Road, Suite D
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 366-5170 COLLEGE ADMISSION & SELECTION ADVISORS, LLC
www.averyed.com 1020 Doans Way
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(215) 906-3173
www.collegeadmissionandselectionadvisors.com
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25. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
COLLEGE PERSPECTIVES, LLC DOBSON EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
12 Welwyn Road 8238 Germantown Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087 Philadelphia, PA 19118
(610) 687-2608 (215) 242-3587
www.dobconsult.com
COLLEGE POSSIBILITIES, LLC
232 Hemlock Road DODGE JOHNSON, COLLEGE PLANNING
Wynnewood, PA 19096 2530 Aspen Street
(610) 642-8708 Philadelphia, PA 19130
www.collegepossibilities.com (610) 647-6755
www.dodgejohnson.com
COLLEGE SELECTION CONSULTANTS
680 Long Acre Lane DR. LEONARD KRIVY ASSOCIATES, INC.
Yardley, PA 19067 1765 Fireside Lane
(215) 321-7019 Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
(856) 428-1282
www.leonardkrivyphd.com
COLLEGE WAY EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING, LLC
309 East Lincoln Highway, Suite 311
Exton, PA 19341 DUNBAR EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS, LLC
(484) 879-6070 Dunbar Educational Consultants helps students maxi-
www.collegewayconsulting.com mize their strengths and present them in ways that will
make the difference.
Location(s): Dedham, Massachusetts
CREATIVE EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS, LLC
Contact: Edward Bigelow
1062 East Lancaster Avenue, Suite 16
Phone: (781) 329-1248
Rosemont, PA 19010
Email: nbigelow@dunbarconsultants.com
(610) 526-9300
Address: P.O. Box 248, Dedham, MA 02027
www.creative-ed-options.com
Website: www.dunbarconsultants.com
Teen student
gets one-on-one
counseling from an
independent advisor.
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26. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
EQUALAPP JUDI ROBINOVITZ ASSOCIATES
EqualApp is an affordable, online admissions EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
counseling program that connects families of high Judi Robinovitz is a Certified Educational Planner
school students with former college admissions with 30+ years of experience in college counseling.
and financial officers. Our counselors have helped Judi guides her students to develop an edge in
hundreds of students get admitted to more than college admissions, and more than 95% of them
125 colleges. have been accepted to their top-choice colleges!
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts Contact: Judi Robinovitz
Contact: Marc Zawel Phone: (561) 241-1610
Phone: (855) 437-8252 Email: judi@scoreatthetop.com
Email: marc@equalapp.com Address: 750 Park of Commerce Boulevard,
Address: 711 Atlantic Avenue Suite 120, Boca Raton, FL 33487
Boston, MA 02111 Website: www.scoreatthetop.com
Website: www.equalapp.com
KAHN COLLEGE CONSULTING, LLC
HALL EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING, INC. 326 West Lancaster Avenue
1337 Shadow Oak Drive Ardmore, PA 19003
Malvern, PA 19355 (610) 642-7260
(610) 889-0303 www.kahncollegeconsulting.org
www.halledu.com
KOSIEROWSKI EDUCATION GROUP
I GOT IN! ADMISSIONS CONSULTANCY Avoid feeling stressed, overwhelm or disorganiza-
Moorestown, NJ 08057 tion. Keith is a Life Coach and Certified School
(856) 437-0503 Counselor. Specialties: reduce parent/family stress,
www.i-got-in.com ADHD, children,college admissions, student
home organization, and anger. Complimentary
consultations.
INTELLECTUAL PURSUIT, INC.
Location(s): Hingham, Massachusetts
7900 Germantown Avenue, Rear Suite
Contact: Keith Kosierowski
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Phone: (978) 239-2193
(215) 247-1444
Email: keithkos1@gmail.com
www.ok2bsmart.com
Address: 5 Craig Lane, Hingham, MA 02043
Website: www.gotomykeg.com
JIM NOLAN AND ASSOCIATES
1062 Lancaster Avenue, Suite 22 LONDON CONSULTING LLC
Rosemont, PA 19010 129 Morning Walk Drive
(610) 527-9242 Warrington, PA 18976
www.schoolconsult.com (215) 350-8714
www.londons-bridgelle.weebly.com
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27. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
MAJOR IN YOU PORTFOLIOPREP
Jill helps teens who are anxious, confused, and PortfolioPrep offers comprehensive college
overwhelmed become confident, organized, and counseling services, specializing in providing
successful in finding the right colleges. She offers young visual and performing artists with practical info
individual and group coaching programs, workshops, and creative mentorship to help them develop the skills,
print, and audio resources for teens and parents. knowledge and confidence to enter
college programs.
Location(s): Airmont, New York
Contact: Jill Greenbaum, Ed.D. Location(s): New Fairfield, Connecticut
Phone: (877) 375-7412 or (201) 294-1828 Contact: Lorraine Serra
Email: jill@majorinyou.com Phone: (203) 746-0100
Address: 40 Cragmere Road, Airmont, NY 10901 Email: lorraine@portfolioprep.org
Website: www.majorinyou.com Address: 33 Dick Finn Road, Fairfield, CT 06182
Website: www.portfolioprep.org
ONE-ON-ONE COLLEGE CONSULTING
One-on-One College Consulting works with PRUETT RABE ASSOCIATES
high-school students and families on the college 112 Buck Lane
admissions process, offering services for both Haverford, PA 19041
individuals and groups. Our specialty area is (610) 896-9522
guiding student-athletes with the athletic-
recruiting process.
Location(s): Wakefield, Massachusetts ROCK YOUR FUTURE
Contact: Kim Penney 438 Winding Stream Road
Phone: (781) 246-4111 Spring City, PA 19475
Email: kimpenney@oneononecollegeconsulting.com (610) 948-4955
Address: 146 Lowell Street, Suite 300C-1, www.rockyourfuture.com
Wakefield, MA 01880
Website: www.oneononecollegeconsulting.com
STARR & CHAPMAN, INC.
Starr & Chapman, Inc. is a full-service
POPP & ASSOCIATES, LLC educational consulting company with over
Popp & Associates provides expert admissions 15 years of experience successfully placing
guidance to college-bound students of all ages. more than a thousand students at competitive
We welcome the opportunity to assist you with colleges across the United States.
your college counseling needs. Location(s): Plymouth, Massachusetts
Location(s): Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts Contact: Christine Chapman
Contact: Mindy Popp Phone: (774) 413-7227
Phone: (781) 859-9116 Email: christine@starrandchapman.com
Email: mpopp@poppandassociates.com Address: 1073 Long Pond Road,
Address: 354 Washington Street, Suite 225, Plymouth, MA 02360
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481 Website: www.starrandchapman.com
Website: www.poppandassociates.com
SUZANNE F. SCOTT, ADMISSIONS CONSULTANT
PORTER EDUCATION CONSULTING 681 Meetinghouse Road, Suite 1
1090 Hunters Path Elkins Park, PA 19027
Lancaster, PA 17601 (215) 887-2201
(717) 898-9863
www.portereducationconsulting.com
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28. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
THE ADMISSIONS AUTHORITY MARY KLEIN-GILL,
252 East Market Street, Suite 355 PRIVATE SCHOOL CONSULTANT
West Chester, PA 19382 341 West Lancaster Avenue, Suite 301
(610) 738-9147 Haverford, PA 19041
www.theadmissionsauthority.com (610) 642-1015
VOSBURGH EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
105 Upper Gulph Road Summer Program
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 964-8848
ACA KEYSTONE
www.vosburgheducationalconsulting.com
20 Limekiln Pike
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 886-5385
Financial www.acakeystone.org
MVP COLLEGE FUNDING
MVP College Funding is dedicated to providing
your family with the information and guidance
you need to affordably send all of your students
to their college of choice.
CLASSES & INSTRUCTION
Location(s): North Andover, Massachusetts
Contact: Richard Joseph
Phone: (888) 315-5829 Academic - Enrichment
Email: rjoseph@mvpcollegefunding.com
Address: 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2-31, BRIDESBURG BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
North Andover, MA 01845 1518 Walnut Street, Suite 712
Website: www.mvpcollegefunding.net Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 735-8549
www.bgcphila.org
Secondary School
CLUB DEN
1422 West Venango Street
BARTON EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING Philadelphia, PA 19140
220 West Gay Street, Floor 2 (215) 223-5140
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-6018
www.bartonedconsulting.com FAIRMOUNT BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
AT PHA NORTH
1100 Poplar Street
HALL EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING, INC. Philadelphia, PA 19123
1337 Shadow Oak Drive (215) 684-2519
Malvern, PA 19355 www.bgcphila.org
(610) 889-0303
www.halledu.com
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29. CLASSES & INSTRUCTION
FELTONVILLE DREAM CENTER WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL:
555 West Annsbury Street STUDENT STEERING COMMITTEE
Philadelphia, PA 19140 One South Broad Street, Suite 2M
(215) 324-4300 Philadelphia, PA 19107
www.thebridgeteam.net (215) 561-4700
www.wacphila.org/education/highschool.html
GERMANTOWN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
1518 Walnut Street, Suite 712
Philadelphia, PA 19144
(215) 735-8818
Computers & Technology
www.bgcphila.org
LAVNER COMPUTER ACADEMY
332 Trevor Lane
NICETOWN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
18th & Hunting Park Avenue (215) 767-1354www.ltacp.com/aboutus.aspx
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 229-8900
www.bgcphila.org
Cooking & Baking
LAVNER CULINARY SCHOOL
Academic - 332 Trevor Lane
Politics and Diplomacy Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(215) 767-1354
www.ltacp.com/culinaryschools.aspx
WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL:
ACADEMIC WORLDQUEST
One South Broad Street, Suite 2M
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 561-4700 Dance
www.wacphila.org/education/highschool.html
ACADEMY OF SOCIAL DANCE
2009 Sansom Street
WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL: Philadelphia, PA 19103
MODEL SENATE (215) 561-0323
One South Broad Street, Suite 2M www.academyofsocialdance.com
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 561-4700
www.wacphila.org/education/highschool.html THE ACTORS CENTER:
YOUNG PERFORMERS DANCE/MOVEMENT
257 North 3rd Street
WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL: Philadelphia, PA 19106
MODEL UNITED NATIONS (215) 925-7060
One South Broad Street, Suite 2M www.theactorscenterphilly.com
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 561-4700
www.wacphila.org/education/highschool.html
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30. CLASSES & INSTRUCTION
DE FINO II STUDIO OF DANCE
7920 Bustleton Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 742-4124
www.definodancestudio.com
EN POINTE
3114 Willits Road
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 856-7100
www.enpointeonline.com
Dance students attending an audition ESTILO DANCE STUDIO
workshop hosted by THE ARTSBRIDGE. 714 Reed Street
See listing on page 22.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 336-0170
www.estilodancestudio.com
ANNA MARIE'S ACADEMY OF DANCE GWENDOLYN BYE DANCE CENTER
7201 Marsden Street 3611 Lancaster Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19135 Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 332-3636 (215) 222-7633
www.annamarie7201.tripod.com www.gbyedance.com
ARCHANA DANCE ACADEMY JEANETTE'S SCHOOL OF DANCE
200 Spring Garden Street 536 Green Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19103 Philadelphia, PA 19128
(267) 324-5917 (215) 487-0787
www.thearchanadanceacademy.com www.jeannettesdanceschool.com
CHI MOVEMENT ARTS DANCE CENTER KORESH DANCE ACADEMY
1316 South 9th Street 2020 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147 Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 687-3739 (215) 751-0959
www.kunyanglin.org www.koreshdance.org
DANCE PHILADELPHIA LIVING ARTS DANCE & FITNESS STUDIOS
1315 Buttonwood Street 81 Fairmont Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19123 Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 629-2344 (888) 267-9991
www.dancephiladelphia.com www.livingartsdance.com
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31. CLASSES & INSTRUCTION
MASTER JAY MOVES DANCE STUDIO POISE DANCE STUDIO
1807 Chestnut Street, 2nd Floor 230A Moore Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103 Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 564-2575 (267) 699-6636
www.masterjmoves.com www.poisedancestudio.net
MOVING IMAGE DANCE ACADEMY SALSITA DANCE STUDIO
2030 Sansom Street, 2nd Floor 1624 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103 Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 665-8411 (215) 221-4493
www.philadelphia-dance-school.com www.salsitadancestudio.com
THE PHILADELPHIA DANCE ACADEMY SOCIETY HILL DANCE ACADEMY
219 Cuthbert Street, 3rd Floor 401 South 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106 Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 922-2422 (215) 574-3574
www.philadelphiadanceacademy.com www.societyhilldance.com
THE PHILADELPHIA DANCE COMPANY SPOTLIGHT DANCE CENTER
9 North Preston Street 10100 Jamison Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104 Philadelphia, PA 19116
(215) 387-8200 (267) 210-5460
www.philadanco.org www.spotlightdanceusa.com
PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART: STEP BY STEP DANCE CENTER
CAMBODIAN DANCE 1314 Cottman Avenue
719 Catharine Street Philadelphia, PA 19111
Philadelphia, PA 19147 (215) 722-5117
(215) 922-3456 www.stepbystepdancecenter.art.officelive.com
www.fleisher.org/classes
TAKE THE LEAD DANCE STUDIO
PHILLY LINDY HOP 4701 Pine Street
1170 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19143
Philadelphia, PA 19146 (215) 471-3215
(609) 933-2533 www.taketheleadstudio.com
www.phillylindyhop.com
TOP HAT DANCE STUDIO
THE POINTE DANCE STUDIO 10771 Bustleton Avenue
7800 Ogontz Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19116
Philadelphia, PA 19150 (215) 676-3100
(215) 713-0177 www.tophatdancestudio.com
www.thepointedancestudio.com
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WISSAHICKON DANCE ACADEMY JOHN ROBERT POWERS MODELING
38 East School House Lane 1528 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19144 Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 849-7950 (215) 732-4060
www.wissahickondance.com www.jrpowersphilly.com
Driving Filmmaking &
Digital Media
ACCURATE DRIVING SCHOOL
232 Marble Court
PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART:
Philadelphia, PA 19067
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
(215) 657-1706
719 Catharine Street
www.accuratedrivingschool.net
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 922-3456
www.fleisher.org/classes
B-SAFE DRIVING SCHOOL
112 School Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19335
PROJECT BASHO:
(610) 269-8468
INTRODUCTION TO B&W DARKROOM
www.bsafepa.com
1305 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 238-0928
PAUL'S DRIVING SCHOOL
www.projectbasho.org/workshops
8111 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 624-5232
PROJECT BASHO:
www.paulsdrivingschool.com
LEARNING YOUR DIGITAL SLR
1305 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 238-0928
Fashion www.projectbasho.org/workshops
THE HANDWORK STUDIO:
PASSION FOR FASHION PROJECT BASHO: PHOTOGRAPHIC
35 North Narberth Avenue VISION DIGITAL
1305 Germantown Avenue
Narberth, PA 19072
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(610) 660-9600
www.thehandworkstudio.com/ (215) 238-0928
www.projectbasho.org/workshops
winter-spring-day-camps.html
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PROJECT BASHO: PHOTOGRAPHIC DAVID JOEL GUITAR LESSONS
VISION FOR TEENAGERS 6311 Horrocks Street
1305 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149
Philadelphia, PA 19122 (215) 831-8640
(215) 238-0928 www.davidjoel.net
www.projectbasho.org/workshops
EVA DONALDSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC
7308 Ogontz Avenue
Music Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 424-5672
www.evadonaldsonschoolofmusic.com
AL'S MUSIC SERVICES
5425 Woodbine Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 879-3186
www.alsmusicservices.com
Teens students enjoy a break between classses.
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FIFTH STONE MUSIC SCHOOL THE PHILADELPHIA SUZUKI PIANO ACADEMY
2829 South 18th Street 601 South 47th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145 Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 551-1600 (267) 251-0429
www.fifthstonemusic.com www.philasuzukipiano.com
GIBSON MUSIC & ARTS PHILADELPHIA YOUTH ORCHESTRA
5429 North 5th Street Saint Patrick Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19120 240 South 20th Street
(215) 924-7345 Philadelphia, PA 19103
www.gibsonschoolofmusicandarts.com (215) 545-0502
www.pyos.org
KALE GOOD GUITAR STUDIO
1867 Frankford Avenue RAWK U SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Philadelphia, PA 19125 3502 Scotts Lane
(215) 260-5383 Philadelphia, PA 19129
www.phillyguitarlessons.com (215) 844-7295
www.rawku.com
LATIN PERCUSSION/
DRUMS PRIVATE LESSONS SCHOOL OF ROCK PHILADELPHIA
8001 Germantown Avenue 421 North 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19118 Philadelphia, PA 19123
(267) 456-6502 (267) 639-4007
www.valenciapercussion.com www.schoolofrock.com/philadelphia
THE MUSIC WORKSHOP SETTLEMENT MUSIC SCHOOL
123 Leverington Avenue P.O. Box 63966
Philadelphia, PA 19127 Philadelphia, PA 19147
(610) 240-0505 (215) 320-2600
www.themusicworkshop.org www.smsmusic.org
NORTH RIDGE MUSIC SCHOOL
625 Wigard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Sewing
(215) 508-7737
www.northridgemusicschool.com THE HANDWORK STUDIO
35 North Narberth Avenue
Narberth, PA 19072
(610) 660-9600
www.thehandworkstudio.com/
winter-spring-day-camps.html
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Theatre Arts POINT BREEZE PERFORMING ARTS
1717-21 Point Breeze Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19145
THE ACTORS CENTER (215) 755-1014
257 North 3rd Street www.pbpac.org
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 925-7060
www.theactorscenterphilly.com
Visual Arts
ARDEN DRAMA SCHOOL TEEN COMPANY
CREFELD SCHOOL GLASSBLOWING
40 North 2nd Street
FOR HIGH SCHOOL
Philadelphia, PA 19106
8836 Crefeld Street
(215) 922-1122
Philadelphia, PA 19118
www.ardentheatre.org/classes
(215) 242-5545 x24
www.crefeld.org/glassstudio/
CURIO THEATRE COMPANY art-glass-summer-workshops/index.aspx
815 South 48th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19143
FAIRMOUNT ART CENTER
(215) 525-1350
2501 Olive Street
www.curiotheatre.org
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 765-2787
MACGUFFIN THEATRE & FILM www.fairmountartcenter.com
2030 Sansom Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
HUSSIAN SCHOOL OF ART
(215) 922-1141
111 Independence Mall East, Suite 300
www.macguffintf.com/theatre-film-classes
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 574-9600
MEDIA THEATER FOR THE www.hussianart.edu
PERFORMING ARTS
104 East State Street
MANAYUNK ART CENTER
Media, PA 19063
419 Green Lane
(610) 891-0100
Philadelphia, PA 19128
www.mediatheatre.org
(215) 482-3363
www.mrartcenter.org
PHILLY IMPROV THEATER
407 Bainbridge Street
MOORE COLLEGE OF ART AND
Philadelphia, PA 19147
DESIGN YOUTH PROGRAMS
(267) 233-1556
20th Street and The Parkway
www.phillyimprovtheater.com/classes.html
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 965-4030
www.moore.edu/site/youth_programs
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PENNSYLVANIA ACADEMY OF SPORTS & FITNESS
FINE ARTS CONTINUING EDUCATION
128 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 972-7632 Fitness
www.pafa.org/School/Continuing-Education/58
UPPER DUBLIN SPORTS CENTER
PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART FITNESS PROGRAMS
680 Tennis Avenue
719 Catharine Street
Ambler, PA 19002
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 643-7377
(215) 922-3456
www.upperdublinsportscenter.com
www.fleisher.org/classes
PHILADELPHIA PHOTO ARTS CENTER
1400 North American Street, Suite 103
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Ice Hockey
(215) 232-5678
www.philaphotoarts.org ED SNIDER YOUTH HOCKEY FOUNDATION
3601 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148
PORTSIDE ARTS CENTER
(215) 952-5271
2531 East Lehigh Avenue
www.esyhf.org
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 427-1514
www.portsideartscenter.com
Martial Arts
STEFANIE LIEBERMAN FINE ART
333 Cinnaminson Street
Philadelphia, PA 19128
ACTION KARATE
12320 Academy Road
(215) 238-9544
Philadelphia, PA 19154
www.stefanielieberman.com
(215) 355-5003
www.actionkarate.net
STUDIO INCAMMINATI
340 North 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107 AIKIDO AIKIKAI OF PHILADELPHIA
(215) 592-7910 2100 Chestnut Street
www.studioincamminati.org Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-8108
www.aikidophiladelphia.org
UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS:
PRE-COLLEGE SATURDAY SCHOOL
320 South Broad Street AIKIDO KOKIKAI
Philadelphia, PA 19102 7908 Highschool Road
(215) 717-6006 Elkins Park, PA 19027
www.cs.uarts.edu/saturdayschool (267) 205-8120
www.kokikai-aikido.com
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