Signature Programs
In an effort to support our mission of preparing students for college life and beyond, we have instituted approaches to learning that are proven to add depth and breadth to the secondary school curriculum. These include interdisciplinary courses, experiential education, project-based learning and a student-centered approach in the classroom, as well as global travel opportunities.
The signature programs endow our students with creativity, innovation, critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, social and cross-cultural skills, flexibility/adaptability, leadership and responsibility – the skills they need in life.
The Q-Term is a short, intensive course that provides Storm King faculty and students a chance to explore more deeply subject matter for which they have a particular passion and curiosity. It is a mutual quest for knowledge, outside of the regular weekly schedule and usually, outside of the classroom.
The Capstone Project
The Capstone Project is a voluntary, independent research project beginning in the spring of the junior year and completed in the fall of the senior year. The Capstone Project synthesizes learning from previously completed courses while focusing on our bedrock Skills and Knowledge for Success (S.K.S.). These 21st century skills include strategic reading, writing, research, problem solving, technological proficiency, collaboration, and oral presentation skills.
Interested students apply for admission into the Capstone Program by proposing a project and demonstrating academic proficiency, effort, and character. Required elements of the Capstone Project include a research paper, blog/journal, and oral presentation. Students are also required to incorporate summer fieldwork and may choose to create products or events as elements of their projects.
While the work is largely independent, participating students will be guided through the process by a course instructor as well as “experts,” who are faculty or community mentors, with project-specific knowledge. While the work is largely independent, participating students will be guided through the process by a course instructor as well as “experts,” who are faculty or community mentors with project specific knowledge.
Costa Rica: November 23 – December 1, 2019 (takes place during Thanksgiving Break)
Smugglers’ Notch VT Ski Trip: January 31 – February 2, 2020 (takes place during a long winter’s weekend)
Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands: March 2-11, 2020 (takes place during Spring Break)
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SKS Students Explore Costa Rica
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