The Woodhall School, located in

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, United States, is a small, independent boys' boarding school for students in grades 9-12. The school's individualized approach to teaching is intended for the unconventional learner, and utilizes multi-modal strategies to support learning. It was founded in 1983 by Sally Campbell Woodhall and Jonathan A. Woodhall, former Headmaster at the Oxford Academy. Sally Campbell Woodhall served in this role from 1983–2007; Matthew C. Woodhall became the second Head of School in 2008.

Campus and facilities

The campus is located on a 38-acre campus in

. The school enrolls a maximum of 42 students per school year, with sixteen full-time teachers. The majority of the faculty live on campus. All students must complete 35 hours of service each school year, including theme-directed "Community Days".

Activities

Woodhall's mascot is the

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and the school colors are maroon, gold, and white. Soccer, cross-country, basketball, lacrosse, wrestling, outdoor challenge, and drama are the sports and intramural activities offered. Woodhall is part of the

New England Preparatory School Athletic Conference The New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) is an organization that serves as the governing body for sports in preparatory schools and leagues in New England. The organization has 169 full member schools as well as 24 associate ...

(NEPSAC), Western Division, District 4. The drama program is considered part of the athletics and activities program. The Woodhall Players participate in The Seven Angels Theatre Halo Awards, a regional secondary school drama competition.

Affiliations

* New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) *

National Association of Independent Schools The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) is a U.S.-based membership organization for private, nonprofit, K-12 schools. Founded in 1962, NAIS represents independent schools and associations in the United States, including day, boa ...

(NAIS) *Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) *Small Boarding School Association * Guide Star, Silver Member

References

External links

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