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You’re about to begin your high school career and are excited to explore new territories. If you’re dreaming of an accelerated curriculum, dy-namic extracurriculars, and the benets of living on-campus in a dorm setting, welcome to the Violet Program. J&B’s Violet Program is tailored for students applying to top-tier boarding schools, looking to expand their academic potential and life management skills with a prep school education. A strong boarding school application is more than a set of essays and supplemental materials: it is a chance to assess your academic goals, hone your personal essay writing skills, and change the entire course of your life.

By working with J&B’s team of experienced consultants, you will create a series of creative and meaningful essays that will impress your board-ing school admissions ofcers. The J&B team provides specialized consulting and support in:• Personal essays• The ESA Schools• Resumes• Recommendation Notes• Parent statements• Portfolios WHY J&B’S VIOLET PROGRAM?1. To Stand Out: We work closely with clients to prepare one-of-a-kind essays that capture the unique, fresh, and creative voices of our 6th to 9th grade applicants, wowing admissions ofcers in the process.2. For a Research-Driven Experience: The Violet Program is supported by quality research: our team is well-versed in the application and essay preferences of top U.S. boarding schools.3. For Teamwork: As each boarding school requires parent statements and insights into their child’s strengths and interests, we value the par-ent-client-consultant team and work together to maximize success.

J&B’s Violet Program has three different options: One School of Your ChoiceOverview: You will learn how to self-assess your strengths, creatively respond to prompts, craft long and short-answer essays, and formulate your goals for your chosen school. Target Audience: Students interested in preparing admission to their dream boarding school. Length: 1 monthFive Schools of Your ChoiceOverview: You will learn how to practice creative storytelling, structure long and short-answer essays, and strategically format your essays. J&B will help prepare your resume, recommendation notes, and parent statements. Target Audience: Students interested in preparing admission to their dream boarding schools.Length: 2 monthsTen Schools of Your ChoiceOverview: You will understand how to structure and organize long and short essays, creatively respond to prompts, and develop your academic goals to create a competitive application. J&B will also assist with your resume, rec-ommendation notes, and parent statements. Target Audience: Students interested in preparing admission to their dream boarding schools.Length: 3 months

J&B’s Violet Program focuses on applications to the Ten Schools Ad-mission Organization (TSAO), a group of top ten New England college preparatory institutions that cooperate in their outreach to prospective students and their families. Boarding school offers students an immer-sive, experience-based learning opportunity within a supportive and di-verse community of students and teachers. It is a close-knit community of learners who study, play, and live together that is conducive to shap-ing forward thinking students who are better prepared for college and life beyond. Each TSAO member school offers a wide range of experi-ences and traditions and each of them embody the highest standards of personal and academic excellence. CHOATE ROSEMARY HALLTHE HILL SCHOOLTAFTTHE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOLST PAUL’S SCHOOLDEERFIELD ACADEMYHOTCHKISSLOOMIS CHAFFEEPHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY PHILLIPS ACADEMY

SAMPLE GENERAL APP QUESTIONS - STUDENTS: Aside from books or articles assigned for school, what book(s), article(s), podcast(s), and or documentary(s) have you most enjoyed in the past year and why?Describe EITHER an academic/extracurricular achievement OR a challenge that had a meaningful impact on you. What did it take to accomplish the achievement or overcome the challenge and what did you learn from that experience?Each person has unique characteristics that dene who they are. Choose three words that best describe you as a person, and explain how they repre-sent you. SAMPLE ESSAY QUESTIONS -PARENT What are your hopes for your child in their secondary school experience?Describe an experience that posed a signicant challenge for your child. How did your child respond to that challenge?

CHOATE ROSEMARY HALLLocation: Wallingford, Connecticut, USA.Choate Rosemary Hall is a prestigious private boarding and day school locat-ed in Wallingford, Connecticut. Founded in 1890, Choate is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, diverse extracurricular offerings, and strong emphasis on character development. The school serves students in grades 9 through 12, providing a nurturing environment that fosters intellectual curiosi-ty, leadership, and a commitment to global citizenship. With a rich history and a vibrant community, Choate prepares its students to excel in higher educa-tion and beyond, cultivating both academic excellence and personal growth.Sample essay questions specic to Choate Rosemary Hall: SHORT ANSWER: Describe a favorite learning experience or your favorite part of the school day.SHORT ANSWER: Given your passions and hobbies, how would you spend your perfect day and who would you spend it with? SHORT ANSWER: What, specically, about Choate excites you?

THE HILL SCHOOLLocation: Pottstown, Pennsylvania, USA. Known as the family boarding school, The Hill is a home-away-from-home for young men and women from around the world. Hailing from 28 states and 21 countries, Hill students live and learn in a close-knit community with peers who are diverse, talented, and driven to excel.Students and faculty at The Hill are inspired by one another to embrace a global worldview that is less commonly found at day schools. As a result, they rethink problems and shift their perspectives in order to discover new solutions in a more collaborative environment. Equally important is the distinctive family setting of boarding school life that ensures students feel safe, loved, and supported as they are challenged to explore new interests and discover new passions.Sample essay questions specic to The Hill School: SHORT ANSWER: Why do you think attending The Hill School would be a posi-tive experience for you?SHORT ANSWER: What do you hope to accomplish at The Hill School?ESSAY: Describe a person who has inuenced you. How have they impacted your life? What do you admire about them?ESSAY: Give an example of a difcult decision you’ve had to make in the last year. What was the outcome?

TAFTLocation: Watertown, Connecticut, USA. Founded in 1890, The Taft School is a coeducational boarding school for stu-dents in grades nine through post graduate. Living where they learn, academ-ically talented students from all over the world are guided by an extraordinary faculty on a 226-acre campus in Western Connecticut. With the motto “Not to be served but to serve” as a moral foundation, Taft graduates matriculate at our nation’s leading colleges and universities.While the world and the school have changed dramatically since Taft’s founding, the school’s fundamental values endure: work hard, without regard for public acclaim; develop all your talents: academic, artistic, and athletic; and most importantly, give of yourself to others.Sample essay questions specic to Taft: SHORT ANSWER: Aside from books or articles assigned for school, what book(s), article(s), podcast(s), and or documentary(s) have you most enjoyed in the past year and why?SHORT ANSWER: Describe EITHER an academic/extracurricular achievement OR a challenge that had a meaningful impact on you. What did it take to ac-complish the achievement or overcome the challenge and what did you learn from that experience?PARENT ESSAY: What are your hopes for your child in their secondary school experience?

THE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOLLocation: Lawrenceville, New Jersey, USA.The Lawrenceville School, founded in 1810, is one of the oldest and most prestigious private boarding schools in the United States. Located in Law-renceville, New Jersey, the school offers a rigorous academic program for students in grades 9 through 12, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and leadership. Known for its distinctive Harkness teaching method, which promotes collaborative learning through discussion, Lawrenceville fosters a dynamic and inclusive community where students are encouraged to pursue excellence both in and out of the classroom. Sample essay questions specic to The Lawrenceville School:SHORT ANSWER: Whether as a day student or boarder, your house will be an important part of who you become at Lawrenceville. Describe the environ-ment in which you were raised—your family, neighborhood, or community—and how it inuenced the person you are today.SHORT ANSWER: People are often more complex than a list of their accom-plishments suggests. What is one important characteristic you have that is not immediately obvious to others?SESSAY: Tell us about something you once witnessed or encountered and how it affected the way you see the world.

ST PAUL’S SCHOOLLocation: Concord, New Hampshire, USASt. Paul’s School, established in 1856, is a prestigious coeducational boarding school located in Concord, New Hampshire. Known for its rigorous academic programs and strong emphasis on personal growth, the school serves stu-dents in grades 9 through 12. St. Paul’s is distinguished by its commitment to nurturing intellectual curiosity, ethical leadership, and a deep sense of com-munity. Set on a sprawling 2,000-acre campus, the school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and outdoor education, providing students with a holistic educational experience. St. Paul’s School prepares its students not only for success in higher education but also for meaningful lives of service and leadership.Sample essay questions specic to St Paul’s: SHORT ANSWER: If you could write an article for a newspaper, magazine, or blog, what would be the title and the underlying theme? Why did you select this topic?SHORT ANSWER: Describe a time when someone showed you kindness. How have you been able to pay it forward?PARENT ESSAY: At St. Paul’s School, advisers work closely with families to support students. What would you want the adviser to know about your child, and in what areas will adults need to offer support?

DEERFIELD ACADEMYLocation: Deereld, Massachusetts, USA.Deereld Academy is an independent secondary school committed to high standards of scholarship, citizenship, and personal responsibility. Through a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, extensive cocurricular program, and support-ive residential environment, Deereld encourages each student to develop an inquisitive and creative mind, sound body, and strong moral character. Set in a historic village bounded by river, hills, and farms, Deereld inspires reection, study and play, abiding friendships, and a dening school spirit. A vibrant, ethical community that embraces diversity, the Academy prepares students for leadership in a rapidly changing world that requires global understanding, environmental stewardship, and dedication to service.Sample essay questions specic to Deereld Academy: SHORT ANSWER: If you could bring one ctional character to life as a future classmate at Deereld, who would it be and why?SHORT ANSWER: What’s something you appreciate that others might not appreciate as much?ESSAY: Describe a facet of your personal story or identity that is essential to who you are and will strengthen the Deereld community.ESSAY: Tell us about a community to which you belong and how it has inu-enced you.

HOTCHKISSLocation: Lakeville, Connecticut, USA.The Hotchkiss School, founded in 1891, is a renowned private boarding school located in Lakeville, Connecticut. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, Hotchkiss is celebrated for its rigorous academic curriculum, vibrant arts and athletics programs, and commitment to fostering global citizenship. The school emphasizes critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and personal integ-rity, encouraging students to challenge themselves and grow both academi-cally and personally. With a diverse and inclusive community, Hotchkiss offers a supportive environment where students are prepared for success in higher education and inspired to make a positive impact in the world.Sample essay questions specic to Hotchkiss: SHORT ANSWER: I am not embarrassed to admit:SHORT ANSWER: I unwind by:SHORT ANSWER: I wish people knew:SHORT ANSWER: The best advice I ever received was:SHORT ANSWER: At Hotchkiss, I am most excited about:ESSAY: Tell us about a time when you helped a classmate, peer, or friend through a challenging moment, or a time when they helped you through a difcult situation. What did you learn from that experience?

LOOMIS CHAFFEELocation: Windsor, Connecticut, USA.The Loomis Chaffee School, established in 1874, is a prestigious coeduca-tional boarding and day school located in Windsor, Connecticut. Known for its rigorous academic program and strong emphasis on character development, Loomis Chaffee serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and commu-nity service, all within a supportive and inclusive environment. With a com-mitment to fostering intellectual curiosity, leadership, and global awareness, Loomis Chaffee prepares its students for success in higher education and empowers them to become thoughtful, engaged citizens of the world.Sample essay questions specic to Loomis Chaffee: SHORT ANSWER: Describe a community you are a part of – a family, neigh-borhood, town, city, team, activity, class, peer group, etc. – and its impact on your development as a person.ESSAY: Ne cede malis - or yield not to adversity - is the Loomis Chaffee School motto. Tell us about a time when you have faced a challenge, how you over-came it, and what you learned from it.PARENT ESSAY: What has posed the biggest academic and/or extracurricular challenge for your child?

PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Location: Exeter, New Hampshire, USA. Phillips Exeter Academy, founded in 1781, is a highly esteemed coeduca-tional boarding school located in Exeter, New Hampshire. Renowned for its rigorous academic programs and the pioneering Harkness teaching method, which emphasizes student-centered, discussion-based learning, Exeter serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school is committed to fostering intel-lectual curiosity, personal growth, and ethical leadership within a diverse and inclusive community. With a rich history of academic excellence, Exeter offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and service opportunities, preparing its students for success in higher education and equipping them to make meaningful contributions to society.Sample essay questions specic to Phillips Exeter: ESSAY: Describe your neighborhood and how it has inuenced you and your family? ESSAY: Have you ever been faced with a moral or ethical dilemma? If so how did you handle it and what did you learn from that experience? ESSAY: What do you see as one of the more signicant challenges, current or future, facing your generation? Why is this important to you?

PHILLIPS ACADEMY ANDOVERLocation: Andover, Massachusetts, USA. Phillips Academy Andover, often referred to simply as Andover, is one of the oldest and most prestigious boarding schools in the United States. Founded in 1778 in Andover, Massachusetts, the school has a rich history of academic excellence, leadership, and innovation. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, Andover is known for its challenging curriculum, diverse student body, and strong emphasis on character development. The school fosters a culture of inclusivity and intellectual curiosity, encouraging students to think critically, engage with global issues, and develop a lifelong love of learning. With a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and community service, Andover prepares its students for success in higher education and as leaders in an ever-changing world.Sample essay questions specic to Phillips Academy: SHORT ANSWER: What brings you the most joy—and why?LONG ANSWER: Andover values strong character. Share some examples about the intentional ways that you have worked to build your character over time.PARENT ESSAY: Andover will challenge your child to be their best self as a student in a rigorous academic program and a member of an intentionally diverse community. What about your child leads you to consider them likely to respond well to these growth opportunities?

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