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Building the Future
History and Tradition
Hebron People
Visitors Guide
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Hebron Academy, founded in 1804, is a small, independent, college preparatory boarding and day school for boys and girls in grades six through postgraduate. At Hebron students from across the United States and around the world are challenged and inspired to reach their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit through small classes, knowledgeable and caring teachers who provide individual attention, and a friendly, respectful, family atmosphere.
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Hebron Academy is located on the eastern edge of the White Mountains in Hebron, Maine. Hebron's rural, 1500-acre campus provides unparalleled outdoor recreation opportunities, yet the urban amenities of Portland (less than one hour away) and Boston (2½ hours away) are readily accessible. Nearby places of interest include Freeport, North Conway (NH), and the Sunday River Ski Resort.
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| Faculty |
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Hebron's faculty is comprised of 45 members, 68 percent of whom reside on campus.
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| Financial Aid |
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Need-based aid is provided to 45 percent of students.
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| Accreditation |
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Hebron is accredited by New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
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| Student Body |
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The Upper School currently enrolls 210 students from 21 states and 10 countries. The students body consists of 60% boarding students, 40% day students and 12% international students.
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| Student/Faculty Ratio |
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The student/faculty ratio is 7:1.
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| Average Class Size |
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The average class size is 12
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| Academics |
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Hebron offers a traditional college-preparatory curriculum with several AP and Honors options and with a breadth of offerings in subjects such as religion and philosophy, fine and performing arts, and environmental studies. The school is a member of the Cum Laude Society.
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| The Arts |
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Hebron's offerings in fine and performing arts include design, drawing, sculpture, architecture, painting, photography, pottery, printmaking, studio art, music appreciation, music theory, individual vocal or music lessons, Chorus, Jazz band, and Orchestra. Annual performances include an all-school musical and student-directed one-act plays.
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Hebron's competitive sports program includes cross country, field hockey, football, golf, mountain biking, and soccer in the fall; hockey, skiing, basketball, and snowboarding in the winter; and baseball, lacrosse, softball, tennis, and track and field in the spring. Outdoor skills programs are also available each season.
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| Co-Curricular Activities |
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A wide variety of activities include Community Service, Green Key (Admissions volunteers), Entrepreneurial & Leadership Program, Outing Club, Chess Club, Math Team, Spectator (yearbook), Etchings (literary magazine), Gay/Straight Alliance, and participation in a rock band.
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| Leadership Opportunities |
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Formal leadership roles include class officers, senior proctors, peer tutors and athletic team captains.
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| Academic Support |
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The Academic Support Center provides assistance to students who have the aptitude to succeed in a traditional school environment but who may have mild learning differences or lack adequate study strategies and organizational skills.
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| Student Body |
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The Middle School is comprised of 40 students from area towns including Auburn, Bethel, Buckfield, Freeport, Gray, Greenwood, Harrison, Leeds, Lewiston, Minot, New Gloucester, Newry, Norway, Raymond, Turner, and West Paris.
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| Student/Faculty Ratio |
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The Middle School student/faculty ratio is 3:1
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| Average Class Size |
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The Middle School average class size is 11.
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| Academics |
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The Middle School offers a traditional college-preparatory curriculum with foreign languages, English, mathematics, science, history, art and music, enhanced by a unique outdoor education program.
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| The Arts |
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Weekly music and art classes are offered, with band, chorus, and various ensembles open to all. Private lessons are available and performances include an annual dramatic production.
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Interscholastic sports include soccer, baseball, softball, and alpine and Nordic skiing. All students participate in a physical education program that promotes fitness through a variety of activities.
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| Co-Curricular Activities |
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In the fall and spring, students elect teacher-sponsored activities such as folk art, rock band, cooking, golf, bird watching, tennis, jewelry making, field hockey, and poetry.
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