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Rock Point School is a small and unique learning community.
We serve students from a variety of backgrounds who are seeking a supportive, inclusive alternative to traditional school.
We treat each of our students as individuals and are constantly helping them identify ways to be successful, both in the classroom and in interactions with their peers.
Our college-preparatory academics develop students for life after high school wherever it may take them and our residential program challenges and captivates student interest in new and exhilarating activities.
We are a community in every sense of the word where young people can find a place where they are valued, understood and where they belong.
The student experience at Rock Point School is based on relationships, and one of our greatest assets is our dedicated educators.
The best way to understand the school is to meet the people who work and study here!.
Academic Courses: Each year, Rock Point students take a
class in each of our five core content areas: English, Math,
History, Science, and Art. These classes generally meet for
45-minute periods once per day. Art and Science classes also have
90-minute periods to work on longer-term projects in the studio and
the lab. In the afternoon, students have one hour of supervised
study hall when all teachers are available to continue to provide
support and instruction. Three days per week, students have
electives such as: photography, stained glass, creative writing,
theater, and many more. Students often look forward to these
electives classes as a chance to connect with their core classroom
teacher and their peers in a more free-form and creative
setting.
Core Learning Skills: Some core learning skills are
practiced primarily in the classroom, although they can be applied
more broadly: writing, critical thinking, note-taking, test
preparation, and test-taking. Other skills are practiced everywhere
in our program, as we help students learn to manage their time,
maintain healthy relationships, and develop essential character
traits like compassion, creativity, and resilience. More and more
current educational research is discovering that these are the
skills that most reliably lead to success in any learning
environment; at Rock Point School, we have been operating on that
belief for decades.
Tailored to the Individual: At Rock Point School, we are
serious about considering the particular strengths and challenges
of each individual student in every aspect of our program. All
schools seek to do this, of course, but our small size allows us to
be more flexible, responsive, and nuanced than larger institutions.
While we believe that all students benefit from a learning
environment where they are more fully known by their teachers,
experience has shown us that certain students seem to need this
more than others. For some, being truly known allows them to grow
and change in ways they had never dreamed were possible.
Life outside of class: The residential staff shares their
love for outdoor adventure and the arts, as well as just spending
time with students. Every weekend there is a range of activities
offered at school, in the amazing college town of Burlington, and
throughout Vermont, New England, and upstate New York. These
include skiing/snowboarding, hiking, biking, cooking and baking,
gardening, community service projects, watching sporting events,
and attending art shows, poetry slams, music concerts, and plays.
We also regularly take camping trips around Vermont and
occasionally go backpacking, white water rafting, sailing, and
more, depending on the interests of our student body.
Trips: We pursue travel education both far afield and
close to home. Students have opportunities to go on trips to
Montreal, Boston, New Hampshire, New York, and Maine. Each
year, usually during February vacation, we offer a longer and
further distance trip with an educational or service component.
Most recently, we have traveledto Alabama and Georgiaas
part of our study of American History and the Civil Rights
Movement.
Teaching Healthy Living: The personal, emotional and
social wellbeing of every student is as important as his or her
achievement in the classroom. In everyday life at Rock Point
School, students explore their physical, emotional, and spiritual
health. Through work crews, study halls in the evening, and all
kinds of fun activities, students learn to manage their time and
find a healthy balance between work and play. Our activities
in the dorm are geared toward art and culture, outdoor recreation,
and community service. Throughout these areas, we teach
students about the basics of self-care: getting enough exercise,
getting enough rest, paying attention to nutrition, and having
healthy ways to relax and de-stress.
Summer Session: At Rock Point, we also offer a fun,
exciting, supportive place for students to spend their summer.
Whether they need to make up academic credit, or simply want to
build organizational and social skills, and live in a structured
setting, our summer session is a great option. The summer
consists of outdoor adventures as well as classroom work. We
especially enjoy the way Burlington, Vermont comes alive in the
summertime. And, just as in our regular-year program, the
summer session emphasizes healthy relationships with staff,
learning to be good members of a community, a range of fun
activities, and a chance to build academic skills.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
James Graham - CEO and Founder of Community Phone
Jo Dee Messina - Country Singer, winner of Academy of Country Music's Top Female Artist of the year, and the CMA's Horizon Award.
Pamela Rae Schuller - Internationally known disability and mental health advocate and professional stand-up comedian.
Rock Point School's tuition is approximately $72,700 for private students and $7,900 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rock Point School?
The acceptance rate of Rock Point School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 82%.
Who are famous alumni from Rock Point School?
Rock Point School famous alumni include: James Graham, Jo Dee Messina and Pamela Rae Schuller.
Does Rock Point School offer a summer program?
Yes, Rock Point School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Rock Point School offer?
Rock Point School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Climbing, Intramural Sports Only, Kayaking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Snowboarding and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Rock Point School's ranking?
Rock Point School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Rock Point School?
The application deadline for Rock Point School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rock Point School located?
Rock Point School is located in the New North End neighborhood of Burlington, VT. There are 1 other private schools located in New North End.
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