Experience “The American Classroom” in this four-week academically rigorous program of university preparation. Students combine tested language learning techniques in the classroom with American cultural experiences to prepare for the TOEFL exam. SAT prep is provided by a veteran test prep expert with over 20 years of experience.
In this program, students will spend most mornings in a traditional classroom setting improving their English skills and preparing for the SAT and the TOEFL exam. Afternoons, evenings and weekends are filled with “passive” language learning, using a combination of fun activities as well as cultural, historical, and academic experiences.
Academic Bridge students will also enjoy many different kinds of outings, including camping, visiting premier American universities, outdoor Maine fun (kayaking, whale watching, artist colony visit etc.) and many more. All of these activities are designed to improve the students English skills and prepare them for the American education system, while they are having fun.
Objectives:
Demonstrate improved English proficiency using the Reading Plus assessment software to determine a student’s reading level at the beginning and end of the program.
Show improvement in participant SAT scores by testing at the beginning and end of the program.
Methods:
45 hours of classroom English Instruction for Academics and TOEFL
15 hours of classroom SAT preparation
Morning English classes leveled by ability
Use Reading plus active reading software to quickly improve reading levels
Afternoon “passive” English instruction using sports, games and cultural experiences
Extended excursions and trips to introduce American history, academics and culture
Current Hyde domestic and international student interns act as “language partners”
Continuous programming – filling the student’s entire day
Hyde is located on the original Hyde family estate of shipbuilder John S. Hyde on 145 beautiful acres in Bath, Maine. Facilities include:
the historic Hyde Mansion and Chase Academic Wing, home to classrooms, offices, and the library
the Carriage house, home to classrooms and offices
an all-inclusive Athletic and Student Life center, “The Joe”
a Dining Hall and Theatre
an Art Barn
a Health Center
a Spiritual Center
a Family Learning Center with 20 cozy hotel-like rooms, 4 conference rooms, a Great Room, and kitchen
the Merritt House, providing overnight accommodations and space for functions
The campus features a ropes course with zip line, state-of-the-art music recording studio donated by Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan, an indoor climbing wall, cross country ski trails, two athletic fields, a football field and track and practice field, and two ponds.
The city of Bath is also a wonderful place to live while studying. Did you know that Bath, Maine won the Great American Main Street award in April 2012? Main Street Bath Director Jennifer Geiger stated, “Bath is representative of the iconic Maine town, featuring similar Main streets, with brick buildings, church spires, gardens, and a real sense of family and community.” The Boston Globe also published, “Bath, Maine, is on the edge of cool.” We invite you to come and experience Hyde School in Bath for yourself.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to バス based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
