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“ Ours is a culture of engagement, not observation.

We’re not sitting on the sidelines here. Research

shows that students learn best when pursuing

answers to questions they truly hold. By helping

students see that learning is about inquiry, we

counteract the broader view that learning is about

memorization. The gift of The White Mountain

School is a culture of inquiry and engagement.”

TIM BREEN, PH.D | HEAD OF SCHOOL

We are a school of inquiry and

engagement.

Grounded in our Episcopal heritage,

we prepare and inspire students to

lead lives of curiosity, courage and compassion.

The White Mountain School Mission Statement

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White Mountain students are curious! A full range of courses,

from entry level to honors and from the AP program to a dynamic

list of elective offerings, ensures that student interests are well-

served. The LASR Program provides opportunities for every

student to conduct major inquiry-driven work around a personal

interest or question. Additionally, every student explores the

world beyond campus through our Field Course Program that

asks, “Where can we best teach that topic?”

“ Most of my courses are

discussion-based. There is always

an opportunity to talk about our

specific interests. I love that our

school makes time for that.”

BARBARA | CHELSEA, MA

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KATHERINE | UNION CITY, NJ

“ I can take a challenging

course load and find time

to try new things— like

Beginning Voice.”

Katherine’s schedule:

7:10 am Breakfast

7:35 am Morning Meeting

8:00 am AP Calc AB

8:50 am Free Block

9:40 am Beginning Voice

10:30 am AP English Literature

11:20 am Lunch

11:45 pm Spanish IV, Honors

12:35 pm AP Human Geography

1:25 pm Advanced 2D Media

3:15 pm Sports/Activities

5:45 pm Dinner with Friends

7:15 pm Dorm Check-in and Study Hall

11:00 pm Lights Out

The White Mountain School college

counseling program is dedicated to providing

an individualized process for every student

and family. Students’ college applications

highlight the unique work they’ve created in

our distinctive programs and demonstrate our

deep understanding of them as individuals.

C O L L E G E C O U N S E L I N G

“WMS helped me achieve acceptance into my first choice university,

which has turned out to be the perfect match.” SOFIA | TUFTS UNIVERSITY

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At The White Mountain School everyone matters.

Everyone. We value our close-knit community. In

his book, The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell

explores the importance of community size by

demonstrating that the relationships between

people are stronger and more genuine in

communities under 150. Because of our size,

students and teachers forge deep relationships

that last a lifetime.

Ski trip or community service? See what’s happening on campus this weekend at whitemountain.org/weekend

“ Sports, clubs and weekend

activities are an important

part of school life, and they

are no joke. Last year the

VEX Robotics team beat the

reigning world champions!”

ANDREW | NORFOLK, MA

A CappellaArt ClubAstronomy ClubChess ClubCitizenship CommitteeCommunity ServiceElectronics ClubIndoor Soccer Club

Ink and Paper (Literary and Arts Magazine)International Student MentorsMulti-Cultural Diversity ClubNational Honor SocietyPhotography Club

Robotics Club Social CommitteeSpectrum AllianceStep ClubStudent CouncilSustainability ClubThe Pendulum (Yearbook)Ultimate Frisbee

ERICIA | NEWARK, NJ

“Everyone at WMS is so welcoming.” As a 9th grader Ericia led a step dance activity

during an all-school diversity program. Students and teachers loved her workshop,

and that’s when Ericia co-founded the Step Club— now one of the most popular clubs

on campus. She says, “With all the support of the faculty and students, I wasn’t scared

to start a new club. You can add your talents to the community without worrying

about being new. Everyone here is willing to try new things.”

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FallCross CountryDanceFarm & ForestMountain BikingRock ClimbingSoccerSport ClimbingTheater

SpringCyclingDanceFarm & ForestHiking & FitnessLacrosseRock ClimbingSport ClimbingWhitewater Kayaking

AFTERNOON PROGRAMS

“ I love that the activities and sports we do

outside of class complement the School’s

commitment to pursuing passions. Whether

our students are whitewater kayakers or artists,

there is something for everyone.”

TED TEEGARDEN | DIRECTOR OF OUTDOOR EDUCATION

WinterBackcountry Ski and SnowboardBasketballCommunity ServiceDanceDigital Art and DesignFreestyle SkiingIce ClimbingInstructional Mountain ProgramNordic SkiingRecreational Ski and SnowboardSnowboard TeamSport ClimbingTheaterYoga

Climbing or Lacrosse?White Mountain offers a wealth of afterschool activities and programs. See what our students are up to after school at whitemountain.org/athletics

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White Mountain students learn to engage in our culture of authentic

inquiry from day one. The LASR Program is our way of celebrating

true passion by helping each student explore his or her interests

deeply. It stands for Leadership, Arts, Service, and Research, the

four catalysts for student project ideas. LASR is emblematic of our

School’s dedication to authentic inquiry. It draws on the best current

research in teaching and learning. Our dedicated faculty and staff

know how to encourage students to ask questions related to the

topics in life that intrigue them.

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BEN | YARMOUTH, ME

“I want to make a difference.” Ben is designing an Arduino-programmed,

solar-powered robot that can grow bean sprouts efficiently in areas of the

world where there are poor growing conditions. He intends to package his

solar-powered “sprout box” as a kit that can be easily assembled. He says,

“My goal is to be able to send out a kit that has everything you need to build

a vegetable growing machine.”

3D Digital AnimationArtist’s PortfolioBuilding a Nuclear FusorComputer ProgrammingDesigning an Adaptive Dance CurriculumDocumentary Filmmaking Emotions and Adolescent Decision MakingHow an Engine WorksHydroponics and Farming

RECENT LASR PROJECTS

“ My LASR project in documentary

filmmaking was one of the best academic

experiences I’ve ever had.” JON | NEW YORK, NY

Innovations in “Green” Building Linguistics and CultureMarine ScienceMarketing and Communications for a Non-Profit OrganizationMechanical EngineeringPhysical Therapy InternshipPsychopharmacology and BehaviorQuantum Economy

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students to think about learning in a non-traditional

way. Instead of researching an assigned topic,

students pursue the questions that flow from their

own interests and passions. Research on college

success is clear: successful students ask great

questions, know how to find and use resources,

deal effectively with ambiguity, manage their time

well, and communicate clearly. LASR projects focus

squarely on these skills.

“ I want children with disabilities to

experience the liberation of movement.

I created a dance class for local

children with handicaps. My LASR

project work helps them push the

boundary of their movements.”

SAMANTHA | LITTLETON, NH

Infinite possibilities! Be inspired by our students’ LASR projects at whitemountain.org/LASR

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Is the classroom the only place to learn? We don’t think so.

White Mountain students immerse themselves in a week-

long, off-campus Field Course each semester. These unique

experiences allow for in-depth, academic exploration in an

authentic setting. Each Field Course provides an incomparable

opportunity for students to explore and develop interests

beyond the walls of the traditional classroom.

F I E L D C O U R S E

“ I’ve been to the Dominican

Republic for service work.

I’ve learned about the design

and engineering of skis. I’ve

studied art in nature. Field

Courses are amazing.”

LILY | STANFORD, CA

Chart a new course...WMS offers 22 different Field Courses each year. For the most recent course descriptions, visit whitemountain.org/FC

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JERRY | SHANGHAI, CHINA

“Be ready for adventure.” This is Jerry’s motto.

He seeks adventure at WMS, and he has an uncanny

ability for capturing it on film. The photos on this

page are from Jerry’s collection of over 1,000 images

from the Natural History of the Mojave Desert Field

Course. Field Course offers time and space for Jerry to

learn about his surroundings in his own way, through

photography. In his time at White Mountain, Jerry has

studied in Arizona, California and right here in our own

backyard on Mount Washington.

Avalanche Education and Backcountry Skiiing, WashingtonBuddhism: The Study and Practice, Upstate New YorkBusiness of the Bicycle Industry, The Berkshires, MassachusettsCultural Immersion and Sustainable Community Development, NicaraguaEveryday Feminism, Holyoke, MassachusettsExploration of the Performing Arts, New York, New YorkFarm to Plate: Experiencing Local Agriculture and Low-Impact Living, New Hampshire and VermontFrench Language and Cultural Immersion, Paris and Nevers, FranceGreen Living in the Urban World: Sustainability and Service, Montreal, CanadaHydropower and Whitewater Rafting, New HampshireLive Free or Die: A Study of Representative Government, New HampshirePlace Based Writing, The Maine CoastWinter Ecology and Physiology, The White Mountains

RECENT FIELD COURSES

The White Mountain School is a long-time leader of the green schools

movement. As the first high school in the country to have a dedicated

Sustainability Studies department, we believe it is important that students

learn not just about the theory of sustainability but also how to take action

within their own lives and the community in which they live.

S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y

“I’ve learned that everything in my life is related to sustainability.”

Kyra’s busy schedule includes taking a challenging course load,

participating in the rock climbing program, and anything and everything

that has to do with sustainability. “Right now in Sustainability Club we’re

building prototypes of solar-powered lighting systems based on what we

learned on the Field Course in Nicaragua. These lights can be installed

right into the tin roofs of the homes we visited. They will bring light to

villages that have no access to electricity.”

“ My White Mountain education has pushed

me to see how interrelated everything

is, and my courses have deepened my

understanding of the world.”

BIANCA | NEW YORK, NY

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White Mountain students make meaningful

contributions to our school community and the

broader world. From Morning Meeting to Family Style

Dinner to Light Blue-Dark Blue Team competitions

to Community Service Day, there is a great spirit

of togetherness here. We understand the value of

service to others. A service-related activity is offered

each week. You can also join an international service

trip, become trained as an adaptive sports coach in

snow sports or swimming, or volunteer after school

at the Boys and Girls Club, to name a few. Above all

else, The White Mountain School is a community of

compassionate people.

KYRA | FRANCONIA, NH

Make a difference.All students and faculty members give back to the community. Learn more. Visit whitemountain.org/service

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“ Here, there’s community everywhere.

I love how we gather in the Great Hall

every morning and are all present together.” JULIA | LITTLETON, NH

Our heritage.As an Episcopal school, we honor and celebrate the unique worth of each

individual. We welcome students of all faiths and encourage them to grow in

their own understanding of spirituality. Our Episcopal heritage inspires our

commitment to community service (local and international), it informs our

relationship to the natural world, and it is why we have always been a school

that respects each student as an individual with unique talents and passions.

A D M I S S I O N

We are here to help! Contact us with any questions

you have about the admission process. Information

about tuition and financial aid can be found at

whitemountain.org/apply.

To learn more about the next step in the application

process, please call us at 603.444.2928 ext.226 or

email admission@whitemountain.org.

V I S I T !

There is no better way to get a feel for The White

Mountain School than to visit. Come meet our students

and teachers in person. Tour campus. Ask questions.

We look forward to meeting you.

whitemountain.org

371 West Farm RoadBethlehem, NH 03574603 444 2928 admission@whitemountain.org WHITEMOUNTAIN.ORG

“ White Mountain gave me a nurturing

environment where I could develop the

skills that have made me successful today.

I have the ability and the confidence to

learn anything I want, anywhere I want.” ESTHEFANIA | WASHINGTON, D.C.

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