Enrollment & Espresso Feb. 25th, 2022
Topic #5: "Misconceptions About Boarding School"
There are probably some stereotypes that come to mind when you think of “boarding school” because of pop culture, but many of them are false. “It’s only for rich kids” – not true. “It’s for bad kids who are out of control” – incorrect. “I’m sending my son away” – not the case. Hear from our admissions counselors, current students, and parents on their experience attending the Blue Ridge School.
This Virtual Coffee Chat will explore all these misconceptions, discuss how differences from day schools actually provide advantages, and answer any questions the attending families might have. This will undoubtedly prove to be a valuable learning experience and you can join other families just like you who are finding the best school for their son.
"They were lost in the system and the system allowed them to be lost. Blue Ridge is helping them in a way that I as a parent and the public school just couldn't. How do you put a price on that? "
Get Your Questions Answered Over A Cup Of Coffee with Jamie and Krystle!
This is an easy and comfortable way to get to know the school where your child will learn and grow into a great young man. This virtual coffee meet-up will allow you to hear from one of our current students and ask them about their experience transferring to Blue Ridge and how reclassing has helped them get on a clear track for academic success.
Meet Jamie Miller
Proud graduate of the Class of 1994, Jamie has worked in both the Admissions and Advancement Offices over the past 15 years. He has coached multiple sports at Blue Ridge, lived on campus for 6 years and is an active member of our Alumni Association. His wife of over 20 years is also in education. The Miller’s have two teenage daughters and two Labrador Retrievers.
Meet ANGELA JACKSON-MAPETLA
Angela Jackson-Mapetla is director of admissions and parent relations at Blue Ridge School. She comes to BRS from St. Andrew’s School in Kenya and Heritage International School in Uganda. Previously she was a Christian missionary with Doors Ministries in Uganda and associate director of residential and commuter programs and academic advisor at Longwood University. When not working, she enjoys fashion and interior design and participating in Toastmasters International.
Future Enrollment & Espresso Topics
- April: “Character Education” – Teaching our Blue Ridge boys how to become ethical, productive global citizens.
- May: “Athletics in Education” – Building physical health, lessons from competition, and instilling discipline through sports programs.
REserve your cup today!
Topic #1: Why All-Boarding? Why All-boys?
These are the most common questions our admissions team gets when parents are figuring out what education setting is best for their child. Join Jamie and Krystle as they discuss this topic over coffee with two fo our Blue Ridge boys!
Topic #2: Transferring & Reclassing
Transferring to a new school doesn’t have to be complicated. Check out June’s Enrollment & Espresso with Jamie & Krystle as they discuss the process of enrolling at Blue Ridge School, the advantages of transferring early, “reclassing,” and ways the Blue Ridge School makes the transition as easy and fun as possible for your boy.
Topic #3: Life In The Dorms
Living on campus can be a bit intimidating, but our residence life curriculum, student leaders, and school counselors are here to make life at Blue Ridge fun and inviting. We’ve really built a home-away-from-home for our boys. Watch July’s Enrollment & Espresso with special guests, Shanon Simango, a Blue Ridge Sophomore, and George Mackaronis, a teacher and dorm parent.
