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Pennington Believes...

  Every individual has
inherent value.

Each individual has unique
potential that can be
developed.

Diversity enriches a
community.

All life experiences are
opportunities to learn.

Learning is an ongoing
process.

All people are responsible
for and to one another.

Character development is
integral to responsible
citizenship.

All people should treat each other and each other's religious traditions with respect.

The Pennington SchoolAbout TPS
Pennington at a Glance
The Pennington School faculty and administration foster the individual growth of students through excellence in teaching and a diversity of programs that prepare students to meet the demands of college study; to live a life of integrity, intelligent reflection, and service to others; and to be responsible citizens of the global community.
At A Glance...
 Founded in 1838 by the Methodist Church, The Pennington School is an independent, coeducational school serving day and boarding students in grades 6 through 12. The Pennington School offers a college preparatory curriculum with honors and AP classes, an ESL program for international students, and the Center for Learning.  
 Middle School Enrollment: (grades 6-8): 99  
 Upper School Enrollment: (grades 9-12): 373  
 Boarding: 122; Day: 350  
 Average Class Size: 13  
 Faculty: 102  
 Faculty Living on Campus: 45  
 Campus: 54 acres in Pennington, NJ, located 8 miles from Princeton  
 States Represented:10  
 Countries Represented: 20  
 Amount of Financial Aid Awarded: $1,200,000  
Honors and Advanced Placement Courses
Honors
English I, II, III
French III, IV, V
German III, IV, V
Spanish III, IV, V
Latin III, IV, V
German III, IV
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
World History
American History I
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Precalculus
 AP
English
French
Spanish
Latin
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
American History II
Government and Politics
Modern European History
Macroeconomics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Art Portfolio
Music Theory
Fine Arts

Music
Chorus
Intermediate Music
Music Theory
Advanced Music Theory
Blues, Pop, and Rock Ensemble
American Popular Music
Keyboard
World Drumming
Instrumental Ensemble

 Visual Arts
Basic Art
Clay: Two levels
Introductory Photography
Introductory Drawing
Introductory Printmaking
Two-Dimensional Media
Digital Imaging
Advanced Studio Courses
AP Studio Art
Drama
Basic Drama
Acting Shakespeare
Respect for Acting
Stagecraft
Senior Seminar in Drama
Advanced Drama
 Recent Dramatic Productions:
Crazy For You
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Seussical
The Laramie Project
Athletics
Girls' Teams      
Fall   Winter   Spring
Cheerleading   Basketball   Golf
Cross Country   Swimming   Lacrosse
Field Hockey   Winter Track   Softball
Soccer       Track & Field
Tennis        
        
Boys' Teams      
Fall   Winter   Spring
Cross Country   Basketball   Baseball
Football   Ice Hockey   Golf
Soccer   Swimming   Lacrosse
    Winter Track   Tennis
        Track & Field
Italicized sports include Middle School teams.
The Pennington School · 112 West Delaware Avenue · Pennington, New Jersey 08534 · 609.737.1838