Academics
Learning at Ensworth

High School

Ensworth’s High School program is designed to foster a proficiency of Core Skills combined with broad content knowledge in the major disciplines and mastery in individual areas of interest. The Harkness Method empowers students to take an active role in the learning process, honing their ability to listen in a thoughtful and respectful manner and articulate their own ideas with confidence.

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    Harkness Method

    The majority of classes at the High School are taught using the Harkness method where students and faculty engage in collaborative discourse. Every student is expected to be an active participant in the discussion of ideas.
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    Capstone Program

    Students in Grade 12 may apply for the Capstone Program, an opportunity to engage in an extensive exploration of a passion or interest that is above and beyond classes offered at the High School.
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    College Counseling

    Ensworth’s four-year college counseling model assigns Grade 9 students to a college counselor who will advise them throughout their Ensworth career and help them identify their best college fit.
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    Arts & Athletics

    Performing arts ensembles are scheduled during the academic day allowing students to have both robust arts and athletics experiences.
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    Faculty Commons

    Faculty offices encircle student common areas, creating natural opportunities for students and faculty to interact outside the classroom.
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    Fitness Classes

    Health & Wellness is a priority; every student attends fitness class each semester throughout High School. The goal of the fitness program is to maximize every student’s physical abilities, while creating a love of a physically active lifestyle.
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    Clubs

    Students can participate in a variety of established clubs or create and lead their own. Examples include: Science Quiz Bowl, Literary Magazine, Model UN, and Robotics.

High School News

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It is the policy of Ensworth to admit students and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law. Ensworth does not discriminate in the administration of employment practices, educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid policies, athletics, and other school-administered programs.