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What are the two key traits for academic success?

If you read David Brooks' March 2009 op-ed column in the New York Times as I did, you might think that he wrote the article for Asheville School.  He writes, "...the two traits necessary for academic success: relationships and rigor."  One without the other is ineffective; together, they create a powerful bond, one that can transform the student experience.  Brooks continues, "We've spent years working on ways to restructure school, but what matters most is the relationship between one student and one teacher."

At Asheville School, where, coincidentally, Brooks spoke to our students and faculty last spring, we believe that his notion is right.  A challenging program - one that stretches students - is a must.  Our students are held to high standards in and out of the classroom.  The academic program here is demanding, the commitments numerous, and expectations lofty.  Rigor. 

Andy Hirt
Andy Hirt

A good school is not built upon rigor alone.  The perfect complement?  Relationships.  Asheville School is a boarding school community built on the premise that a good school must also be a place where every student is known and loved.  Here, amidst the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a thriving small city, our students and faculty forge close relationships, in and out of the classroom.  Just as we are purposely rigorous, we are also purposely small (265 students) and nurturing.  We eat together, worship together, struggle together, and triumph together.  To be a member of the Asheville School community is to embrace the challenge, knowing that you can succeed with the care and support of those around you.

We believe there are many schools that offer rigor or relationships.  Countless schools profess that their program is demanding.  Similarly, there are just as many schools who will tell you they love and support their students.  However, it is the unique school that is committed to both; Asheville School is such a place.

Do you want to attend a school that will challenge you, support you, know you, and change you?  If so, visit Asheville School.  We would love to meet you.

Sincerely,

Andrew C. Hirt
Andrew C. Hirt
Director of Admission

              

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September20

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Charlotte Prepatory School Fair

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