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The Arlington School

Suzanne Loughlin, Program Director
Maureen Principe, Educational Administrator

The Arlington School is a nationally recognized, Department of Education approved, private high school, providing specialized educational services to adolescents with substantial psychiatric needs.

Introduction

Founded in 1961, the school serves up to 48 day students with social, emotional, and/or learning disabilities. Most students live at home and are referred by their public school systems. Parents may also privately place their children at the school and independently pay tuition.

The Arlington School is an 11-month program that coincides with the traditional school calendar, September to June, with the addition of a summer session in July. Unlike traditional schools, students can be enrolled at any time within the 11-month program.

Collaboration of on-site Staff Specialists and Educators

The school's clinical services are an integral part of a highly individualized program for each student. Teachers and clinical staff work closely with outside therapists and schools in the community to address the academic, emotional and behavioral problems that have disrupted a student's previous schooling.

To foster success and focus on academic work, students participate in small-group counseling sessions. The Arlington School prides itself on the personalized attention that students receive.

A transition specialist assists students with all aspects of post high school planning, including: PSAT & SAT preparation, the college application process and career education. Transition services are also provided for students getting ready to return to their home schools.

The Curriculum

The Arlington School offers a fully aligned curriculum, with classroom instruction in the following subjects: English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, U.S. History, World History and History electives, Physical Education, Fitness and Health. Many students excel through our well known Creative Arts program. The variety of courses include: Studio Art, Ceramics, Photography, Media Arts, Computer Graphics Drama and Creative Writing.

The Arlington School has received wide acclaim for its arts program. Every year, students compete in the the annual Small Independent School Art League (SISAL) juried show of New England. Invariably, each year, Arlington students win multiple awards.

Our educational programs are specifically designed for each student's ability. To determine if a student is ready to return to school in the community, before or after graduation, the following factors are considered:

Some students enroll for a year or less, while others remain for longer periods of time. Students who have satisfactorily completed the high school requirements are awarded a diploma, either from the Arlington School or the student's own community high school.

Graduates of the Arlington School have gone on to highly competitive four-year colleges, two-year programs, vocational training schools and full-time careers.

Arlington School Offers Unique Educational Experience

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For Information and Services

All inquiries regarding admission to the Arlington School may be directed to Suzanne Loughlin, Program Director, at 617.855.2124, or e-mailed to loughls@mcleanpo.mclean.org

10/2007