 | Since 1995, middle-school girls have come to Miss Porter’s School for summer programs. Fun, friendships with girls from around the country and the world, curiosity and confidence develop as girls explore the world from their home base in the historic town of Farmington, Connecticut. A respected leader in girls’ education since 1843, Miss Porter’s offers the demanding curriculum, collaborative environment and diverse community that distinguish the finest boarding schools. Our summer programs are led by members of the Porter’s faculty and use the extensive facilities of our campus.
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Daoyun Chinese Summer Program
For Girls entering grades 7-9
June 22-July 18, 2008
$3,200.00 (Boarding) Capacity: 12
This new boarding program will immerse girls with little or no knowledge of the language in speaking, comprehending, reading and writing Chinese. Directed by Wen-Lin Su, an experienced Miss Porter’s School Chinese teacher, the program will also introduce girls to many aspects of Chinese culture
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Summer Challenge
For Girls Entering Grades 7-9
July 6-18, 2008
$2,250 (Boarding) and $1,750 (Day) Capacity: 50
Summer Challenge invites girls to determine “Who Dunnit?” Through the use of hands-on activities, students become the investigators of a mock crime. They learn the methods of forensic scientists and then use them to analyze physical evidence recovered from the crime scene.
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Sarah Porter Leadership Institute Level 1
For Girls Entering Grades 7-9
June 22-28, 2008.
$850 (Boarding) Capacity: 40
Now in its fifth year, this program focuses on the knowledge, skills and resources girls need to exercise leadership in their schools, their communities and the larger world.
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Sarah Porter Leadership Institute Level 2
For Girls Entering Grades 8-9
June 29-July 5, 2008.
$1,000 (Boarding) Capacity: 20
Pre-requisite: Sarah Porter Leadership Institute level 1
Building on the leadership skills learned in the Sarah Porter Leadership Institute Level 1, students gain extensive leadership experience working as a team while spending two nights of camping away from the campus and engaging in community service projects.
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The Athletic Experience
For Girls Entering Grades 6-9
June 29-July 5, 2008
$800 (Boarding) and $725 (Day) Capacity: 50
The Athletic Experience provides a multi-sport experience for girls who want to learn new sports skills or develop their existing athletic talents. Girls choose three sports among basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, squash, and volleyball. Sue Griffin, Athletic Director at Miss Porter’s School and Director of the Athletic Experience, has over 20 years experience introducing and teaching sports to young adults.
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Trailside Cross Country Program
For Girls Entering Grades 6-9
June 29-July 5, 2008
$800 (Boarding) and $725 (Day) Capacity: 15
For more than 10 years, this running program has combined training and learning with fun. Runners train at Miss Porter’s School and nearby locations. Focused on the needs of the female runner, from the beginner to the veteran harrier, the program is an outstanding early season training experience, directed by Sue Griffin, Athletic Director at Miss Porter’s School and founder of Trailside, and Kelly Perkins, athletic trainer and Assistant Athletic Director at Miss Porter’s School.
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