SOAR Program
OUR GOAL
WE BELIEVE IN PROVIDING educational opportunities for highly motivated students who are part of historically underrepresented groups (i.e., Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, low-income, first generation, and/or persons of color). Seeking Opportunities At Â鶹ÊÓƵ (SOAR) gives students an inside look at the independent school experience during their Grade 6 or Grade 8 year. SOAR Scholars will participate in a two-day introductory program designed to give them early access to the many resources Â鶹ÊÓƵ has to offer. Our goal is to engage and get to know your students in a setting that seeks to draw out their full potential.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE WITH HUMANITY
THE RIVERS SCHOOL is a learning environment that challenges every student to achieve their highest academic potential while emphasizing a strong sense of belonging for all.
Along with core academic subjects, arts and music are integral aspects of the curriculum. Outside the classroom, we encourage students to pursue their passions through internships and clubs for hands-on learning. Â鶹ÊÓƵ’ athletics teams are inclusive and competitive, reflecting our ethos of Excellence with Humanity.
A Â鶹ÊÓƵ education prepares students to engage in an increasingly complex world that needs their intellect, strong voices, cultural dexterity, integrity, and perseverance.
We invite educators and friends of the school to partner with us by nominating eligible students for the SOAR Scholars program!
Along with core academic subjects, arts and music are integral aspects of the curriculum. Outside the classroom, we encourage students to pursue their passions through internships and clubs for hands-on learning. Â鶹ÊÓƵ’ athletics teams are inclusive and competitive, reflecting our ethos of Excellence with Humanity.
A Â鶹ÊÓƵ education prepares students to engage in an increasingly complex world that needs their intellect, strong voices, cultural dexterity, integrity, and perseverance.
We invite educators and friends of the school to partner with us by nominating eligible students for the SOAR Scholars program!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
SOAR SCHOLARS MUST be in sixth or eighth grade at the time of programming and demonstrate the following:
NOMINATIONS ARE DUE BY:
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025
⇒ Consistent academic performance, with a B+ average or above
⇒ Intellectual curiosity and growth mindset
⇒ Intellectual curiosity and growth mindset
⇒ A genuine love of learning
⇒ Exceptional character and leadership skills
Students who are accepted to SOAR will attend classes on the Â鶹ÊÓƵ campus on October 17 and return with a parent/caregiver on October 18 for a full day of programming.NOMINATIONS ARE DUE BY:
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SOAR AND THE NOMINATION PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT:
Karin Narcisse Stafford, director of multicultural outreach and associate director of admission, at k.narcisse@rivers.org.
P: 781.235.9300 F: 781.239.3614
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ admits academically qualified students and does not discriminate against students or families on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnic or national origin in the administration of its educational programs, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, and other school-administered programs.