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NORTH CEDAR ACADEMY – US

 

OVERVIEW

 

  • Year of establishment: 2014
  • School type: Private – International boarding with dual training program
  • Total students' number: nearly 70
  • Age: 11-17 Grade 9 to grade 12
  • Gender: All gender
  • Address: 1500 Port Arthur Rd. Ladysmith, WI 54848
  • City: Ladysmith
  • International students: 80%
  • Average class size: 10 students

 

 

 

 

EXPENSES

 

  • Fee: $54,800
  • Scholarship: 70%/tuition fee
  • Application fee: $50
  • Campus for International students: $19,200
  • Insurance: $1000/year

 

INTRODUCTION

  • North Cedar Academy which is a private boarding academy established in 2014 with about 100 students from home and abroad, is one of the boarding schools with a high number of foreign students.
  • The school has a 5-storey dormitory located right on campus with a separate floor of men and women, and a strict monitoring system. The dormitory is not only a place to study and sleep, but also a place for students to have fun with extracurricular activities such as playing table tennis, ping pong or playing video games, doing homework, watching television, sitting around a campfire.
  • At the same time, the dormitory includes a laundry room, study room, kitchenette, and each student receives a mailbox. Each room is designed from 1-2 students with full facilities and amenities. Meals will be served in the dining room.
  • The school is located in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, a peaceful city, with many beautiful landscapes, forests, rivers and lakes.
  • Ladysmith is a small, residential-friendly city with a low crime rate. Although small, Ladysmith still offers a full range of services and necessary items like larger cities. There are many shops, hotel restaurants, and hospitals near the school.
  • Thanks to the exceptional partnership between North Cedar and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire schools, our students have access to outstanding educational opportunities.
  • Students who can afford to study a separate academic program can simultaneously receive an NCA high school diploma and a transfer degree from the University of Wisconsin. This program will pave the way for high-achieving students to succeed by helping them complete their first two years of college in high school.
  • Small class sizes and a wide range of curriculum options help students gain academic, personal, and career-oriented skills.
  • They get a lot out of being in a multinational, multicultural community – with NCA students, teachers and partners from all over the world.
  • In the learning process, students and teachers create a learning and social environment where everyone learns and respects each other.
  • Education at NCA helps students develop their potential as well as help others grow together.

RANKING

  • A – Niche
  • 2nd Best Boarding High School in Wisconsin
  • 4th/144th Culturally Diverse Private High School in Wisconsin
  • 8th Best Secondary School in Winsconsin

CHARACTERISTICS

  • Top 20 best boarding schools in the USA.
  • Qualified students will be able to attend a special program to help students both complete their high school degree and receive a transfer degree from the University of Wisconsin to complete the first 2 years of college right during high school.
  • Students benefit from a multi-cultural, multinational environment
  • Lecturers and students at NCA always work together and create a learning and exchange environment to learn from everyone around them.
  • NCA is a place to help students develop their qualities and help everyone develop their qualities.
  • Qualified students will be able to attend a unique program that helps students both complete their high school degree and receive a transfer degree from the University of Wisconsin to complete the first 2 years of college during high school.
  • Small class sizes and many options when registering for the class schedule help students practice self-discipline, independence and high professional awareness.
  • Extracurricular activities: basketball, kayaking, soccer, volunteering, etc
  • Summer program for students from 13-18 years old during the period of 7-8 months every year
  • Located in Ladysmith City, Rusk County, it is surrounded by wild nature, beautiful forests and many waterfalls hidden in the woods. The city of Ladysmith itself has plenty of parks, playgrounds and shopping malls at the centre.
  • NCA has always had a strong relationship with the surrounding community, so students here benefit from participating in community volunteer work.
  • Rusk County is also known for its friendliness and good security in Wisconsin as well as throughout the United States. Along with that, security measures are always tightened even in student activities as well as authentication requirements for visitors.

OUTSTANDING CURRICULUM

 

 

  • Students have access to outstanding educational opportunities.
  • Students who can afford to study a separate academic program can simultaneously receive an NCA high school diploma and a transfer degree from the University of Wisconsin.
  • The program paves the way for high-achieving students to succeed by helping you complete your first two years of college right out of high school.
  • Small class sizes and a wide range of curriculum options help students gain academic, personal, and career-oriented skills.
  • Học sinh nhận được nhiều điều bổ ích khi ở trong một cộng đồng đa quốc gia, đa văn hóa – với các học sinh, giáo viên và đối tác của NCA tới từ khắp nơi trên thế giới.
  • In the learning process, students and teachers create a learning and social environment where everyone learns and respects each other.
  • Education at NCA helps students develop their potential as well as help others grow together.

CURRICULUM

An individualized learning plan (ILP) was developed to help schools and teachers monitor and

monitor the results and progress of each student. The ILP will include the following essential components:

    • Individual Graduation Plan
    • Personal goal statement
    • Assessment and growth of basic skills
    • Social/personal needs intervention plan
    • Inventory of learning benefits
    • Sign up for individual transition plans
  • Goals of grades 9-10
    • Starting in 9th grade and accelerating into 10th grade, students will be strengthened to complete dual enrollment courses
    • Students will be given a post-secondary education test (PERT) to fully assess students' academic skills in math, reading, and writing.
  • Goals of grades 11 -12
    • Students in grades 11 and 12 will jointly enroll in the University of Wisconsin Colleges and can earn 60 college credits as well as earn associate of arts (AA) degrees and associate science degrees.
    • Students will receive transcripts from UWC from the credits they earn, which can transfer to other colleges and universities.
  • Advanced Courses (AP):
    • AB/BC Analytics
    • Statistical probability
    • Biology
  • Arts
    • Visual arts
    • Art history
    • Dance
    • Pottery
    • Acting
    • Presentation
    • Graphic design
    • Public speaking
    • Print publications
    • Studio art
    • Theatrical arts
    • String instrument performances
    • Band performances
    • Artistic commonality
    • Music commonality
  • Sports
    • Volleyball
    • Marathon
    • Skiing
    • Football
    • Tennis
    • Softball
    • Swimming
    • Yoga
    • Weightlifting
    • Kayaking.
  • Clubs and extracurricular activities:
    • Book club
    • Chess Club
    • Cooking club
    • Game designing Club
    • Movie Comment Club
    • Photograph Club
    • Programming Club
    • Piano Club

STUDENT LIFE AT NORTH CEDAR ACADEMY

 

 

  • The NCA's dormitory is located near the academic building. For students, dormitories are not only a place to study and sleep, it is also the home of students who are far away from home.
  • The dormitory is a uniquely designed five-story building overlooking the beautiful Flambeau River. Each floor is divided into wings for women and wings for men.
  • Dormitories provide students with a place to play table tennis, video games or do homework, watch television, camp or have fun, and several other facilities:
  • Common areas for relaxation
  • Laundry room
  • Classroom
  • Kitchen
  • All meals are served in the dining room at NCA

SPORTS IN NCA

  • The Academy believes that exercise as well as playing sports is important for people of all ages to maintain a healthy mind and body as well as to improve the quality of life.
  • The school's beautiful campus and large forest area provide the perfect place for students to explore the many outdoor activities. The following are the sports and activities that students can participate in:
    • Canoe
    • Kayaking
    • Jogging
    • Football
    • Tennis
    • Golf
    • Badminton
    • Skiing
    • Yoga
    • Volleyball

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Students from grade 9 to grade 12
  • Transcript of the previous 2 consecutive years
  • Letters of recommendation from 2 teachers, including 1 English teacher
  • Parent recommendation letters
  • Student self-recommendation letter
  • Photo copy of student's passport
  • No IELTS, TOEFL required, just apply and Skype interview with the school

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Students must submit one of the following credits:
    • TOEFL iBT 61
    • iTEP Slate 4.0
    • IELTS 5.5
  • Students in grades 9-10: GPA must be 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Students in grades 11-12: GPA must be 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)