AULDERN ACADEMY
Pittsboro, North Carolina

Jane Samuel Develops Auldern Student Profile

Contact:
Jane Samuel, MA, Head of School     
919-837-2336
www.auldern.com

September 6, 2006
                    
Auldern Academy accepts academically capable young women in grades 9-12.  They must express a desire to pursue both academic and personal growth goals, which will prepare them for college and responsible independence of young adulthood. 

Auldern students receive both academic and therapeutic support to assist them in achieving optimal performance.  Typically, our students have successfully completed a previous therapeutic emotional growth or wilderness program.  Students with no prior therapeutic placement are considered on a case-by-case basis. 

The successful candidate for admission to Auldern Academy:

• Had average to superior intelligence (as defined by standard IQ assessments).
• Has demonstrated the potential for strong academic achievement.
• Would benefit from an environment with more structure and support than a typical home or boarding school.
• Wants to develop skills and qualities required for college and independence.
• May struggle with poor self image, school avoidance, mild emotional difficulties, mild learning differences, underachievement and/or socially.
• Express a desire and willingness to attend Auldern Academy and participate in the Auldern program.

The following documents are required before an applicant comes to campus for an interview:

• Completed Application for Admission
• Psycho-educational testing completed during the past twelve months (including, but not limited to, WISC III, MMPI-A and/or MACI)
• School transcripts
• Summary from previous placement

Admissions Committee:

• Head of School, Director of Academics, Director of Counseling, Director of Student Life, Admissions Counselor.