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The Columbus Academy has built a tradition of excellence upon a strong foundation forged by its founders in 1911. One of the premier Pre-K through grade 12 co-educational country day schools in the United States, Columbus Academy continues to provide area students with an exceptional academic education and a wide array of extra-curricular opportunities. Our motto, "In Quest of the Best" emphasizes developing the entire individual -- intellectually, socially, ethically, artistically and physically. 100% of Columbus Academy graduates attend major colleges and universities, and our students consistently place highly in state and national artistic, musical and choral competitions.

While serving students from across Rhode Island, Community Preparatory School's primary commitment is to minority and low-income students from Providence.  The school's goal is to help its students succeed in college-preparatory high-school programs and to become community leaders.  Moreover, the school is committed to developing and sharing its vision, programs and resources with the local neighborhood and with the broader educational community.  Community Preparatory School challenges students to become confident, independent learners, encourages respect for the cultural and ethnic identities of its multicultural and economically diverse student body, develops a strong sense of public service in students, and engages parents, students and teachers in goal-setting and planning to ensure academic and social success for each student.

Conduct a private elementary school education for approximately 340 children ages three through twelve.

Mission-Our broad and beloved community of friends will make possible an excellent education for children so as to prepare them for life and leadership. On this journey we will seek to follow Jesus as a sure path to a fulfilling life and servant leadership. Website - www.CornerstoneSchools.org -In its 20th year, Cornerstone is renowned in Metro Detroit for its success in graduating well-prepared, high achieving youth. 95% of its students graduate from high school in a city with the lowest rates in the country, and 91% of its high school graduates will pursue higher learning opportunities. Cornerstone's school-wide average performance rate is 20% above the national average. July 2009, Cornerstone expanded its educational model to the public school sector with the acquisition of two public school charters, Washington-Parks Academy and Lincoln-King Academy. August 2010, they will open the Leadership and Business High School. Over 1400 children are currently enrolled at our schools.

Cornerstone Schools of Alabama was founded in 1993 by the late C. Molton Williams and area business and community leaders. These leaders sought to end the cycle of poverty that goes hand in hand with an inadequate education. The mission of Cornerstone Schools is to provide Birmingham's urban children a Christ-centered environment of excellence in learning, character development, fine arts, and service to community. Cornerstone recognizes the unique challenges facing today's urban families and provides the tools and resources necessary for children to develop to their fullest potential while supporting parents in nurturing their child's personal and spiritual growth, enhancing self-esteem, and teaching personal responsibility.

Cranbrook Educational Community (CEC) is one of the world's leading centers of education, science and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, House & Gardens, natural history museum and Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook's campus features the work of world-renowned architects. In 1989, Cranbrook was designated as a National Historic Landmark.

Prepare our students for college and for life in a community defined by robust academics, inspiration, engagement, and care.

Marathon Kids® is a free, six month running/walking, nutrition and gardening program designed to provide a resonating, elegantly simple fitness and nutrition vehicle for K-5th graders and their families. The mission of Marathon Kids is to build a lifelong love of running and walking, combined with the ability to make and enjoy healthy food choices. We aim to help reduce childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes by moving children and their families from sedentary to non-sedentary lifestyles.

Crane Country Day School is dedicated to providing an experiential education characterized by a thoughtful balance of academic challenge and creative expression. We thrive as a community that builds character and confidence, while celebrating the joy in learning. Crane Country Day School is committed to sustaining a diverse and inclusive community in which each member is respected and valued. We believe that a diversity of voices and backgrounds enriches the educational experience.

Culver educates its students for leadership and responsible citizenship in society by developing and nurturing the whole individualmind, spirit, and body--through integrated programs that emphasize the cultivation of character Culver offers challenging programs in our classrooms and on the athletic fields and a strong sense of community Culver creates opportunities for students to practice critical thinking and problem-solving to deepen understanding.

Founded in 1919, The Dalton School is an independent, co-educational day school (K-12). Dalton is recognized for its rigorous, innovative educational curriculum and offers its 1,300 students a breadth of stimulating and challenging programs taught by dedicated, professional faculty. The Dalton School is committed to providing an excellent education that meets each student's interests, abilities, and needs and promotes an appreciation for diversity in our community as an integral part of school life. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity and curiosity and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the community at large.

Darrow School, founded in 1932 on the site of the original Shaker community, is a boarding and day school for grades 9-12 offering a comprehensive, hands-on, college-preparatory curriculum in a supportive environment. A 5-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio allows for a high level of individual attention, and an average class size of nine students affords all students the opportunity to actively participate in the learning process. At Darrow School, we are dedicated to serving students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, building on each student's individual talents and interests to inspire enduring confidence for success in college and life. Darrow is distinctive among independent schools because of its integration of sustainability themes across the curriculum and the belief that learning can happen in and out of the classroom.