How is Roycemore different than other schools?

Roycemore is the small school where:

  • The needs and talents of individual students are recognized and celebrated.
  • Each student is motivated to fulfill his or her potential.
  • Each student is well prepared, academically and emotionally, for the next level of education and ultimately for college.
  • Attention is paid to the development of positive character.
  • Students develop a true sensitivity and appreciation for different cultural, religious, racial, and economic groups.

How does Roycemore accomplish these things?

Instruction is differentiated based on existing knowledge and skills of individual students:

  • At the younger levels, this is done within age groups and classrooms.
  • At older levels, it is done by placement in appropriate levels of classes.
  • Challenge is always provided, but extra help and personal support are constantly available.

Faculty and administrators are available, pro-active, and committed to the success of their students:

  • They form strong academic and emotional bonds with students.
  • That closeness promotes feelings of confidence and safety.
  • Teachers initiate regular communication with students and parents.

Extracurricular activities are varied and open to everyone:

  • Being a spectator is fun, but being involved is even better.
  • Students are actively encouraged to become involved in dance, drama, music, athletics, Scholastic Bowl, and various academic and cultural clubs.

Attention is paid to the whole child:

  • Formal and informal programs to promote positive character begin at the youngest level and continue throughout the grades.
  • Advising and counseling is highly personalized.
  • Students quickly feel a part of an entire community, not just a member of a class or a section.

A strong curriculum provides both depth and breadth:

  • It emphasizes the traditional liberal arts, but is delivered using the newest knowledge about how students learn.
  • Fine arts, physical education, and the study of foreign language are valued throughout.
  • It is designed to stretch students at all levels and the oldest students are provided opportunities to do college-level work by taking Advanced Placement classes and attending Northwestern University.
  • The January Short Term for Grades 9-12 provides a special opportunity to explore personal interests.