Carlbrook School
| Carlbrook School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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Halifax, Virginia USA | |
| Information | |
| Type | Co-ed, Private, Boarding |
| Established | 2002 |
| CEEB Code | 472108 |
| Academic Dean | Chris Soto, Ed.D. |
| Faculty | 56 (80% post-baccalaureate) |
| Grades | 9-12, PG |
| Enrollment | 80 |
| Average class size | 8 students |
| Student to teacher ratio | 6:1 |
| Campus | 200 acres (0.81 km2) |
| Color(s) | Gold, Navy Blue |
| Athletics | Intramural |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Admission | Rolling (year-round) |
| Website | http://www.carlbrook.org |
Carlbrook School was a private, coeducational, college preparatory, therapeutic boarding school located on 200 acres (0.81 km2) in Halifax, Virginia. It was non-sectarian and covers grades 9 through 12.[1] As of 2014, it reported enrollment of 80 students.[2] The school closed permanently in December, 2015.
History
Carlbrook opened in early 2002 with eight students.[3] By June 2003, it had grown to 89 students. All new students were required to complete a wilderness therapy program before enrolling.[3][4] In 2003, a school official explained that wilderness programs help prepare students for success in the school program and function as a "filter", meaning that students who successfully complete these programs are more likely to succeed at Carlbrook.[4]
Admissions
Admission to Carlbrook was selective, focusing on students of high aptitude and potential who have struggled academically or socially in previous educational environments.[5] It was accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools[6] and the Virginia Council for Private Education,[7] and was a member of the Secondary School Admission Test Board,[8] the Small Boarding Schools Association,[9] and the Educational Records Bureau.[10]
Academics
The school followed a quarter-based academic calendar and awards the high school Diploma in accordance with Virginia Department of Education guidelines.[11] There are multiple Advanced Placement courses and several advanced and dual-enrollment offerings;[12] in addition to the school's academic requirements, graduating students must also demonstrate leadership and character through extracurricular involvement and/or community service. Carlbrook reported that, over the school's first decade, Carlbrook graduates were accepted to over 500 colleges and universities.[13]
Closure
The school closed in December 2015, after giving notice a few days before end of the fall semester.[14] The announcement attributed closure was due to declining enrollments.[15]
References
- ↑ "Search for Private Schools - School Detail for Carlbrook School". Nces.ed.gov. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ "About Carlbrook School". Carlbrook School. Retrieved 2014-09-22.
- 1 2 Bozak, Steve (February 2002), "Schools and Program Visits: Carlbrook School", Woodbury Reports (Issue 90)
- 1 2 Eberle, Loi (October 27, 2003), "Visit Reports: The Carlbrook School", Woodbury Reports
- ↑ "Carlbrook School - How To Apply". Carlbrook School. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ "Institution Summary". AdvancED. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ http://www.vcpe.org/
- ↑ http://search.ssat.org/search/schools.html
- ↑ "SBSA | Find a School or Consultant". Smallboardingschools.org. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ http://www.erbtest.org/members
- ↑ "Standard Diploma: Minimum Course & Credit Requirements". Virginia Department of Education. February 5, 2002. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ "Curriculum". Carlbrook School. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ "College Acceptances". Carlbrook School. Retrieved 2011-01-31.
- ↑ Valerie Bragg (December 11, 2015). "Carlbrook School Permanently Closes; Gives Students and Staff Short Notice". Wset.com.
- ↑ December, 2015. Email to alumni on 12/10/2015: "We regret to inform you all that due to continued declining enrollments, Carlbrook School will be closing this week after almost 14 years of work with students and their families."
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