Developing strong decision-making skills and understanding your
intellectual and emotional capabilities as an…More individual are a few of the goals that Mid-Peninsula High School teachers help their students reach.<br /><br />"We really encourage our students to be non conventional thinkers," Barbara Brown, Director of Admissions, said.</p> <p>Each teacher is responsible for guiding 15 students or less through their experiences at Mid-Peninsula High.</p> <p>The <a href="http://www.mid-pen.com/1846101229152556717/site/default.asp">curriculum </a>contains the essential core classes required of high school students.  It also includes a variety of unique electives such as American Sign Language and Studio Art.</p> <p>Emphasis is placed on preparing students for a college education, if that is the career path they choose, and providing them with the support necessary for them to successfully transition into the next level of their life. Each student is placed with a <a href="http://www.mid-pen.com/1846101217152352747/site/default.asp">Core Teacher</a> who acts as an academic advisor and a life coach.</p> <p>Mid-Peninsula High School reaches capacity at 140 students, with applications accepted on a rolling basis.  Transfer students are accepted.</p>

Academic Trainers provides one-on-one training and advice to students at any level. Group sessions and cram sessions…More are also offered. Whether it be for students who are falling behind in classes, students who need to improve their organizational skills, or just want to excel in their classes, this is the place. Academic Trainers focuses on each student's primary curriculum rather than making its own curriculum. Entrance exam preparation is offered at Academic Trainers, including preparation for the ISEE, HSPT, SSAT, ERBs, PSAT, SAT and SAT IIs. On scheduled Mondays, this tutoring facility also offers free diagnostics for the ISEE, HSPT and the SSAT.</p> <p>Academic Trainers offers summer programs from June to August. These programs include one-on-one tutoring, workshops, classes for credit and test preparation. Classes that can be taken for credit encompass courses in math (Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry), science (Biology, AP Bio, Chemistry and Physics), as well as Spanish I, II and III. Tutoring for students with learning disabilities is offered here with great results. Appointments may be scheduled online.</p>

Qwerty Education Services is a Menlo Park-based private tutoring practice. The staff at Qwerty have experience with…More learning disabilities, educational psychology and therapy.</p> <p>Free telephone consultations are offered to discuss the appropriate service for each individual student. Parents may arrange to meet their assigned tutor beforehand if they feel it is necessary. Services include remedial and enrichment work, help with student school work and direct instruction. A formal cognitive and academic evaluation for older and younger students alike is provided by Qwerty.</p>

Beechwood was created as a non-profit educational institution where students could learn in a safe and academically…More rigorous environment.  With the support of community volunteers, the students at this school are able to find their inner voice and serve others in their community. </p> <p>The school utilizes a variety of specialized curriculums to instill knowledge in its pupils such as the Saxon math program, the FOSS curriculum to teach science, and open court to foster oral discussions. </p> <p>Students can partake in music, drama, and singing courses if they choose to do so.</p> <p>The school relies on donations from philantropists to subsidize student tuition and other academic activities.</p>

St. Raymond teachers instill traditional Catholic morals into the curriculum as they guide students along their…More academic journeys.  Both personal development and faith are highly valued. </p> <p>Morning prayers begin at the second bell; the first bell rings at 8am. Parents are encouraged to join the faculty and student body in the daily benediction. </p> <p>Uniforms are required. </p>

This institution specializes in preparing middle and high school students for standardized examinations. From…More SAT and ACT to Math Olympiad training, the teachers at Omega work with students to help identify effective study patterns and test-taking strategies. Omega conducts both classes and one-on-one sessions.</p> <p>Omega designs classes to augment the Hillview curriculum.</p>

This seminary is an institution that teaches men how to become religious leaders in the Roman Catholic community.