The Kiski School

My child went to Kiski after finishing the second year of junior high school in China. My child had always attended public schools in China and had not participated in any extracurricular English training. So, at first, I was very worried about whether my child could adapt to an all-English learning environment and the curriculum transition. But the facts told me that my worries were unnecessary. Kiski offers ESL courses, and the teachers are very patient and responsible with the child's learning. They proactively email me to communicate about the child's academic progress, to understand if the child encountered learning difficulties but was too shy to approach them. The school organizes many on-campus and off-campus activities, enriching the child's extracurricular life. Now that my child is in 10th grade, Kiski sends weekly emails to parents regarding college applications, allowing parents to understand relevant college application information and the various types of assistance Kiski provides in advance. I am very happy that my child can study and live at Kiski.

【Geographical Location】Close to Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C.
【Long History】One of the oldest private boys' schools in the United States, established over 130 years ago, emphasizing the development of student leadership skills.
【University Admissions】100% matriculation to four-year universities, over 35% of graduates receive scholarships upon entering university, ranked 26th in the 2023 FindingSchool Ivy League acceptance rate, surpassing most American high schools.
【Small Class Sizes】The school adopts small class sizes, ensuring each student receives special attention, fostering close teacher-student relationships like a big family.
【Boarding Ratio】Almost 100% of all faculty and students live in on-campus dormitories, with first-class hardware facilities!
【Sports Programs】The school offers 13 sports programs, including: Golf, Ice Hockey, Swimming, Tennis, Basketball, Baseball.
【Extracurricular Activities】At least 17 student clubs, abundant opportunities for sports, arts, and community service.
【Signature Programs】STEAM, Golf, Swimming, Music, Robotics, Computer Science, Innovative Technology, Video Production, Architecture.
【Boys' School Education】Boys' school education focuses more on the growth and learning characteristics of boys, cultivating a masculine spirit and gentlemanly demeanor.

Kiski School is located 30 miles east of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is only an hour's drive from New York, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, and other cities. Founded in 1888, the school has a history of over a hundred years with a boarding rate as high as 97%, making it one of the earliest private boarding schools for boys in the United States.

School Features:

1) Advanced Facilities: The school boasts a super-large 350-acre campus with specific facilities including a nine-hole golf course, 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, soccer fields, baseball fields, football fields, etc.

2) Technology and Innovation: The school emphasizes interdisciplinary projects, creation, and innovation. Student course selections include STEAM, the Innovation Hub Institute, media production studios, computer applications, and more.

3) Featured Programs: STEAM, Golf, Swimming, Music, Robotics, Computer Science, Innovation & Technology, Digital Media, Video Production, Architecture.

4) Although the school has just over 200 students, its activities are very rich, offering 13 sports programs and at least 17 student clubs, providing abundant opportunities in sports, arts, and community service.

1、Faculty members provide dynamic, engaging curricula and offer one-on-one personalized tutoring in the evenings to accommodate diverse learning styles.
2、Advanced Courses: Kiski is one of hundreds of leading independent schools that have determined AP is no longer the best curriculum available, converting AP courses to Advanced Courses. However, during the admissions process, the school's designed Advanced Courses are considered equally important to university AP courses. The school continues to offer students the opportunity to take AP exams.
3、Sports Powerhouse: The school boasts the 75,000-square-foot Ross Sports Center, one of the nation's best high school tracks, a nine-hole golf course, miles of beautiful cross-country trails, and top-notch baseball facilities. It offers 23 sports teams participating in over 300 competitions, with every boy participating in at least one sport each semester.
4、Performing Arts: Two theatrical productions are staged annually, and each spring the Art Department organizes an exciting "Arts Night," providing students with abundant performance opportunities.
5、Tech-Enabled Campus: Wireless internet covers the entire campus, students carry school-provided laptops with them on campus, and these will be used in all academic courses.
6、Zeigler Science Center: Dedicated to Physics and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) curricula.

Founded in 1888, Koski School is one of the oldest private boarding schools for boys in the United States, enrolling students from all over the world and preparing them for admission to the most prestigious universities in the U.S. The school is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, intellectual development, and leadership skills in all students, with a particular emphasis on instilling in them a passion for learning.

Modern Technology
Teaching: Teachers utilize new technologies daily, and students use laptops for both homework and in-class activities. Teachers provide constant education and assistance to students, whether in the classroom, during practical sessions, at home, or through email. The school adopts a small class size, allowing teachers to provide comprehensive care for students. Daily progress reports are provided, and teachers are also available for evening tutoring.