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Fenster School of Southern Arizona |
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Fenster School of Southern Arizona [website] 8500 East Ocotillo Drive Tucson, AZ 85750 USA | |
| Phone: | 520-749-3340 |
| Ages: | 14-19 |
| Gender: | coed |
| Description: | Fenster is dedicated to preparing students of average and above-average ability for college. Daily monitoring of grades, homework, attendance, and behavior combined with small attentive classrooms, provides a structured environment that encourages success. |
| Director Name: | Don Saffer |
| Enroll Info: | 1: APPLICATION: Upon receipt of the application packet, complete the application form. Completed application forms should be sent to The Fenster School – Attention: Admissions. Open enrollment is available during the school year. 2: TRANSCRIPTS: An official copy of the student's transcripts should be sent directly to the Fenster School. Students transferring during a school year should also request withdrawal grades. 3: TESTING AND EVALUATIONS: Please forward a copy of any testing or pertinent academic or personal information that will be helpful to us in making a decision regarding your child's enrollment at our school. 4: INTERVIEW: An on campus interview, including a tour of Fenster School, is recommended but not required. Same day visits and enrollment happen regularly. 5: PERMISSION FORMS: Permission forms should be completed and returned with the application form. This can also be done in person if parents would like some direction and help. 6: IMMUNIZATION RECORD/HEALTH INSURANCE: Please furnish Fenster School with current immunization records, any pertinent health information and a copy of the student's health insurance provider. 7: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: In addition to the above requirements, international students must indicate their ability to pay all Fenster School tuition and expenses as stated on the “Costs Associated With Enrollment at Fenster School” sheet. This is usually done by submitting a letter from a financial institution indicating the parents' annual income and/or cash. A non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1500.00 must be received by the school prior to issuance of the I-20 immigration form. Upon receipt of all required materials, the student will be issued a letter of acceptance along with an Enrollment Agreement. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE HEADMASTER, DON SAFFER AT 520-465-0990 OR THE FENSTER SCHOOL OFFICE AT 520-749-3340. |
| Student Profile: | We endeavor to help parents who have teens who are capable but underachieving in school and also in some cases, those who may not be following the rules at home |
| Academics: | As a college preparatory school, Fenster is dedicated to providing an academic structure that leads to success. We provide a traditional curriculum of the core subject areas needed for a successful college placement. With very small classes, teachers can easily monitor the academic performances of their students. At the end of every seven period class day, teachers are expected to identify the students who need extra help. Tutorials are then utilized for those students. The 8th period tutorials provide the student with the opportunity to work with their teachers and to get back on track. Fenster believes in academic structure, therefore, every effort is made to ensure that the students' needs are being met in the classroom. The development of each student's program is flexible, taking into account previous academic experience and post secondary plans. Course placement is subject to review of academic transcripts and relevant testing…..college concurrent classes are offered to all seniors. college placement & guidance Successful college placement is a result of careful preparation. Fenster students work closely with the college counselor. Juniors and seniors will attend college fairs and will be encouraged to find the appropriate two or four-year college or university that will realistically meet their needs. Juniors must take the SAT and ACT test in the spring. As a senior, students work with the counselor researching appropriate colleges and receiving guidance in the application process. There are also opportunities for retaking the SAT and ACT tests. The college counselor is available to work with students at all stages of the application process. As a group, the staff at Fenster is dedicated to providing our students with the skills needed to succeed in college. Click here to see what colleges and universities Fenster students attend. accreditation & associations Accredited by North Central Association of Colleges & School Member of Arizona Association of Independent Schools Member of National Association of Independent Schools Member of Southwestern Boarding School Association Member of Western Boarding Schools Association |
| Activities: | Interscholastic sports are an integral part of the student's life after the school day is done. Because of our small size, our interscholastic teams can accommodate all interested athletes. Soccer, basketball and volleyball teams compete against other small high schools in the state of Arizona. Our highly competitive teams frequently go on to regional and state tournaments. In addition to sports, there are ample opportunities to exercise and play on the Fenster campus. Recreational outlets include a swimming pool, climbing tower and ropes course, playing fields, basketball courts, spinning room, weight lifting, volleyball court, fully equipped stables and hiking in the nearby Sabino Canyon recreational area. Fenster's location in the warm dry Sonoran Desert allows for outdoor recreation every day of the year. Other extracurricular activities include Student Government and Yearbook staff. The student government's responsibilities have included coordinating a 2-week European tour during Spring Break, organizing on-campus paint ball tournaments, coordinating various ski trips, including Lake Tahoe, and raising money for an all-school prom held every year in the Spring. Fenster's proximity to the city of Tucson provides access to diverse cosmopolitan, cultural activities such as theater, symphonies, movies, museums, as well as the University of Arizona, which promotes cultural and sporting events. Other interesting excursions may include the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum, Old Tucson Movie Studios, Mexico, the Grand Canyon, and trips to southern California |
| Counseling: | Advisors |
| Campus: | 150 acre campus at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains. |
| Length of Stay: | 1 to 4 years-traditional school years |
| Philosophy: | Most of our students arrive as academic underachievers or as poor choice makers and yet we have very high expectations for all of them: Grow in self-esteem via achievement and positive RECOGNITION Make better decisions over time concerning all aspects of behavior Become increasingly self-motivated Be punctual Be good roommates and cooperate with dorm parents Show respect to staff and other students and expect it in return Exhibit proper behavior in classes Reduce attempts at manipulation Behave as well during vacations with parents as on our campus Respect the desert and its wildlife Cultivate wholesome friendships Work willingly with our college counselors Cooperate on trips AND MANY MANY MORE….. |
| Financial Assistance: | Yes |
| Tuition/Costs: | 2005 Summer School Boarding Tuition $4,500.00 Day Student Tuition $1,500.00 per class International Student Fee $500.00 Regular Session--September 2005-2006 Boarding Tuition $26,900.00 Day Tuition $13,450.00 International Student Fee $1,000.00 Variable Expenses for Summer and Regular Sessions Kiva (Student Store) Special Trips Special Transportation Drug Testing Homestays: $50.00 to $75.00 per day and up Damages Allowances Weekend Activities Textbook Replacement (Initial books supplied) Deposits* (Summer and Regular Sessions) Expense Deposit $400.00 International Student Expense Deposit: At the end of the student's tenure at Fenster, this deposit is either used against any unpaid bill or if at conclusion all bills are paid, unused portion returned to payer. $1,000.00 Medical Deposit $200.00 International Student Medical Deposit: This deposit is used to pay medical bills which may arise for the student. The unused portion returned to payer. $500.00 *One time deposit unless deposit account is depleted. |
| Specialties: | In 1941, exhibiting the spirit of true pioneers, George and Kitty Fenster packed up their family and belongings and trekked west from New York City. Searching for a more agreeable climate in which to live and work, the Fenster family was immediately taken by the "purple mountain majesty" of the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson. The splendor of the Sonoran Desert provided the Fensters with a feeling of peace, contentment and quietude. It was in this environment that our philosophy regarding education was initiated. From the very beginning the objectives of Fenster were emphasized through schooling, careful supervision, individual attention, respect of individual differences and a "second" home atmosphere. These commons sense objectives are still very alive in The Fenster tradition. What began in a small adobe home with just eight students flourishes today with students from the throughout the United States and the world. Fenster provides a supportive learning environment for the capable underachieving student to get back on track academically. Daily monitoring of academics, attendance, homework and behavior, combined with small classrooms, provide a structure that encourages success. |
| Alt Link: | Fenster School of Southern Arizona link (Alternate) |
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| Structured Boarding Schools | |
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520-749-3340 | |
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