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| − | '''Calvert School''', founded in 1897, is a well-known private school in Baltimore, Maryland. Its first headmaster was the renowned, Harvard-educated Virgil M. Hillyer.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/about/history/</ref> Calvert offers education from pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Calvert's focus is on strong academics, especially a firm grounding in mathematics and English.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/about/mission-and-philosophy/</ref> | + | '''Calvert School''', founded in 1897, is a well-known private school in [[Baltimore]], Maryland. Its first headmaster was the renowned, [[Harvard]]-educated Virgil M. Hillyer.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/about/history/</ref> Calvert offers education from pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Calvert's focus is on strong academics, especially a firm grounding in [[mathematics]] and [[English]].<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/about/mission-and-philosophy/</ref> |
| − | Though not affiliated with a religion, several references to God and the Bible can be found throughout Calvert's curricula. | + | Though not affiliated with a [[religion]], several references to [[God]] and the [[Bible]] can be found throughout Calvert's curricula. |
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| − | Calvert School offers its curricula as a homeschooling program. The homeschooling program was founded in 1905 by Hillyer and has since been used worldwide by over 500,000 students.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/education-services/home-school-history/</ref> | + | Calvert School offers its curricula as a [[homeschooling]] program. The homeschooling program was founded in 1905 by Hillyer and has since been used worldwide by over 500,000 students.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/education-services/home-school-history/</ref> |
Calvert also offers extensive services to parents, such as counseling and professional grading of tests.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/services/</ref> | Calvert also offers extensive services to parents, such as counseling and professional grading of tests.<ref>http://www.calvertschool.org/services/</ref> | ||
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Revision as of 16:09, June 27, 2009
Calvert School, founded in 1897, is a well-known private school in Baltimore, Maryland. Its first headmaster was the renowned, Harvard-educated Virgil M. Hillyer.[1] Calvert offers education from pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Calvert's focus is on strong academics, especially a firm grounding in mathematics and English.[2]
Though not affiliated with a religion, several references to God and the Bible can be found throughout Calvert's curricula.
Mission statement
"Calvert School is dedicated to educating boys and girls through its time-tested method of teaching and its rigorous curriculum. Particular emphasis is given to mastering essential skills, inspiring a lifelong love of learning, and instilling enthusiasm, responsibility, and self-discipline. Calvert seeks to develop students of high academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and strong moral character within a supportive and diverse community."
Home education services
Calvert School offers its curricula as a homeschooling program. The homeschooling program was founded in 1905 by Hillyer and has since been used worldwide by over 500,000 students.[3]
Calvert also offers extensive services to parents, such as counseling and professional grading of tests.[4]
Accredidation
Calvert School is accredited and its curriculum is approved by the Maryland Department of Education.[5]
Outside Links
- http://www.calvertschool.org/school/ (Homepage)
- http://www.calvertschool.org/home-school/ (Home for homeschooling division)
- http://www.calvertschool.org/education-services/successful-homeschool-stories/ (Testimonials)