Quotes
“I
learned how to use my mind to the fullest: from inquiry,
interpretation, and communication, to application. I was well ahead of
my peers in college.”
—Brian Wheeler, Alumnus
“Athenian
students have a right to be proud: Virtually 100% gain admission to
four-year colleges, most to their first-choice school. Recent Athenian
students have gained admission to a variety of outstanding colleges and
universities, from Yale, Princeton, Amherst, and the University of
Chicago, to Pomona, USC, Reed, and U.C. Berkeley.”
—Jan Russell, Director of College Counseling
“At
Athenian, students do not just attend classes; they have amazing
learning experiences. The extraordinary faculty provide students with
the freedom to discover their own potential. Faculty challenge students
intellectually and offer the resources required to meet the challenge.
The Athenian experience leads to critical thinking and a passion for
lifelong learning.”
—Susan Gohs, Parent
“Athenian
educates the student as a whole person, provides a balanced education
and cultivates intellectual curosity, physical well-being, sensitivity,
integrity, inner strength and creativity. Athenian prepares you for the
rest of your life.”
—Josh Roberts, Graduate
“Student-run
Town Meetings at Athenian ensure discussion and communication,
fostering an atmosphere of open debate, responsibility, and integrity
in the community”
—Sandya Das, Student
“The faculty who live on campus take an active role and enhance the academic and co-curricular programs.”
—Zeno Gerakin, Student
“What
has impacted our family the most about Athenian is the close community
we became a part of immediately. It embraces our student, us as
parents, and our other children. We all feel a part of something very
special whenever we step on campus.”
—Barbara Scanlon, Parent
“This
place has become another home to me. I was nourished, and I have
blossomed. I am who I am because I came and saw and learned.”
—Lucas Zavala, Graduate
“Through
community service Athenian students identify the challenges their
communities face and learn to respond. They turn compassion into action
and see that that they are absolutely capable of making a difference in
the world around them.”
—Libby Cowles, Faculty Member
“I like Athenian because it is an international multicultural community.”
—Ying Yang, Student
“At
Athenian, you're part of a community in which there is a sense of
respect for everyone... Athenian breeds the individual in you.”
—Sarah Carson, Alumna
“The
teachers here are much more than teachers: sometimes they are like your
friends - sometimes like your parents. They are willing to help you in
so many different ways.”
—Krittaya Pichitnapakul, Thailand, Athenian Class of '95
