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Since 1943 the Summer Program has introduced young students to the unique spirit of education that has always been a part of Portsmouth Abbey School. The success of this program in helping young people reach their academic and personal goals (all while having a good measure of fun) is rooted in the celebration of learning, the nurturing of the moral sense that lies within us all, the awakening in each student of their sense of self through participation in enrichment activities, and the importance of athletics and physical activity in fostering a healthy sense of the body. We know young people do best and learn the most when surrounded by caring adults in a safe environment. Our goal is that all these elements will help our students on their paths toward wisdom, an appreciation of the fullness of experience, and greater success in school.
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PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL
Summer Program
Imagine yourself enjoying friends you’ve made from around the world; feeling a sense of real
accomplishment from having studied things that interest you and will help you in your next year of
school; remembering the fun times you had on trips to places like Boston and Martha’s Vineyard;
looking forward to improving your new-found skills in sports and other activities you had never tried
before. Imagine, too, that you have been challenged to think about life, what it means to be a good
person and how to become the person you want to be. And imagine that all these thoughts are
enveloped in an experience that from start to finish was fun, challenging, exciting, and never dull
for a moment.
That’s what the Portsmouth Abbey Summer Program can do for you. Set on 500 beautiful acres
on the shores of Narragansett Bay in Rhode Island, with full use of Portsmouth Abbey School’s
magnificent facilities, the Summer Program is designed for students rising into grades 7-10 who
want to get a look at important material for the coming year, take a class that their home schools
might not offer, and are seeking a little adventure that will introduce them to new people, activities
and places.
If this sounds like you, whether you are interested in getting a sense of what boarding school is like or just want to have a fantastic summer experience, please contact us, and we can talk about what a month at the Portsmouth Abbey Summer Program can do for you!
A Sampling of ClassesMathematics: Prealgebra, Algebra 1, Geometry
English: Literature, Creative Writing, Essay Writing, ESL
Science: Marine Biology, Forensic Science
History: Statesmanship
Test Prep: SSAT/ACT/SAT Prep
Classes you can’t get at home: Robotics Film and Culture Latin for English Public Speaking Song Writing, Music Recording and Performance Digital Photography and Photojournalism Economics Fundamentals of Christian Thought
Looking for something else? Ask and we will see what we can do!
Would you recommend Portsmouth to a friend?
– My friends should come because it is a college like experience
– Yes! The Summer Program is perfect! The place, the trips, the dorms, the activities were great. I loved it!
– Yes. I found meeting new people was amazing and I loved all my classes.
– I recommend it to anyone who likes to have loads of fun and learn at the same time
– I have already told one of my friends to come next summer
What they say about the classes:
– I learned a lot of tricks and tools to help me with my papers. – I really liked her class. It was always interesting and fun all the time
– This class was amazing
– I think this class will really help me for next year
– I feel satisfied because not only have I learned things, but I have learned to work hard at school
The Daily ScheduleMonday - Friday
8:00 am Breakfast : start your day with a
delicious hot or cold breakfast
8:30 am School meeting: Learn about the
day’s events, celebrate achievements
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes
12:00 pm Lunch
(sample menu selections below)
2:00 – 5:00 pm Afternoon activities
6:00 pm Dinner and free time
(sample menu selections below)
7:30 – 9:30 pm In dorms for study
9:30 – 10:00 pm Free time in dorms
10:00 pm In dorms for the night
Saturday afternoons and Sundays are for activities on and off campus and trips around New England.
What former students like the most:
Interesting classes v Meeting people from all over the world v The teachers and other adults v The trips!
Tuition for summer 2013:
Boarding – $$6250.00; Day – $3600.00
Financial assistance available;
discounts for alumni children and siblings
What you will love about our Dining Hall:
Salad bar from the Abbey's Gardenv New England Clam Chowder v Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce v Fresh Seafood v Marinated Charbroiled Flank Steak v Make your own Deli Sandwich v Make your own Ice Cream Sundae v Pizza
2013 Dates: Sunday, June 30– Saturday, July 27
Afternoon ActivitiesFrom two to five in the afternoons, students participate
in a variety of activities of their own choosing. One
afternoon per week we all head off to Newport’s world-
class beaches.
Some of our afternoon activities:Marine Biology, Landscape Painting, music, sailing,
tennis, squash, golf, equestrian, lacrosse, personal
fitness, soccer, recreational sports, laser tag, nature
hikes, kayaking, trips to the movies
Some of our weekend trips: Six Flags amusement park, shopping in Providence,
Martha’s Vineyard, Mystery Dinner Theater in Boston,
Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence
Portsmouth Abbey School 285 Cory’s Lane Portsmouth RI 02871
www.portsmouthabbey.org
How to contact us for more information or with questions:
Phone: Call the Summer Program office at 401.643.1225
Email: [email protected]
On the web: Portsmouth Abbey School website; click on “Summer”
On Facebook: Check out the Summer Program Facebook Fan Page:
www.facebook.com/pages/Portsmouth-Abbey-School-Summer-Program/321467382080
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