Southwestern Academy

San Marino, United States of America

  • Day & Boarding

  • 1924

  • $ N/A-N/A

    • American

School History & Details

Southwestern Academy was founded in 1924 by Maurice Veronda in San Marino, California. Originally established as a military-style school for boys, it later evolved into a coeducational college-preparatory boarding and day school. Throughout its history, Southwestern Academy has upheld a tradition of academic excellence, personal growth, and global citizenship, providing students with a rigorous and supportive educational environment to prepare them for success in college and beyond.

    School Values

  • Resilence
  • Respect
  • Honesty
  • Liberty
  • Academic Excellence: Southwestern Academy values academic rigor and strives to provide students with challenging and enriching educational experiences to foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, and lifelong learning.
    Diversity and Inclusion: The school celebrates diversity and promotes a welcoming and inclusive community where students from diverse backgrounds feel valued, respected, and empowered to embrace their unique identities and perspectives.
    Character Development: Southwestern Academy emphasizes the importance of character development, integrity, and ethical leadership, nurturing students' moral and ethical values to become responsible global citizens and compassionate leaders.
    Personal Growth: The school values holistic development and supports students' personal growth, self-discovery, and self-confidence through a balanced approach to academics, arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities.

School Achievements

Achievements

College Acceptance: Southwestern Academy boasts a high college acceptance rate, with graduates matriculating to prestigious colleges and universities across the United States and around the world. Academic Awards: The school's students have earned numerous academic awards, honors, and scholarships, recognizing their outstanding achievements and scholarly accomplishments in various disciplines. Arts Recognition: Southwestern Academy's arts programs have received recognition and accolades for student performances, exhibitions, and creative endeavors in visual arts, music, theater, and dance. Athletic Success: The school's athletic teams have achieved success in interscholastic competitions, tournaments, and championships, demonstrating teamwork, sportsmanship, and dedication to athletic excellence.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Leadership Opportunities: Southwestern Academy offers students opportunities to develop leadership skills and assume leadership roles in student government, clubs, organizations, and community service projects, empowering them to become effective leaders and agents of positive change. Cultural Exchange: The school promotes cultural exchange and global understanding through international student exchange programs, cultural immersion experiences, and partnerships with schools and organizations worldwide, fostering cross-cultural friendships and collaboration. Environmental Stewardship: Southwestern Academy is committed to environmental sustainability and promotes eco-conscious practices, conservation efforts, and environmental education initiatives to instill a sense of environmental responsibility and stewardship among students. Creative Expression: The school celebrates creativity and artistic expression through performing arts productions, visual arts exhibitions, literary publications, and creative writing contests, providing students with platforms to showcase their talents and creative endeavors.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

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School Information

Scenic Location: Southwestern Academy's campus is situated in a picturesque setting in the San Gabriel Mountains foothills, providing students with a serene and inspiring environment for learning and ...View moreView Less

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Link

+1 626-799-5010

2800 Monterey Rd, San Marino, CA 91108, United States

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • English Core
  • Chemistry
  • AP English Literature & Composition
  • AP Statistics
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Business Studies
  • History
  • Accounting
  • Physical Education
  • Art & Design
  • Social Studies (History-Civics and Geography) 
  • Visual & Performing Arts
  • Languages
  • Science
  • English
  • Analysis and Approaches
  • AP Physics 1
  • AP Physics 2
  • AP Calculus AB
  • AP Calculus BC
  • AP Chemistry
  • AP Biology

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