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15 TheSouthShoreMagazine.com Fessenden is one of only 12 schools in the world invited to partner with NuVu (a full-time innovation school for middle and high school students founded by PhDs and Graduates of MIT) to deliver an academic program that encourages students to be creative problem solvers, critical thinkers and global citizens - the most sought after skills in today's world. NuVu experts helped Fessenden design its spectacular 2300-square foot Ciongoli Center for Innovation. A NuVu Fellow spends three days a week at the school working with Fessenden's faculty to advance its curriculum and helping students develop the critical skills, self- confidence and worldview they need to succeed in secondary school and beyond. Says Director of Admission Caleb Thomson '79, "Fessenden cultivates each student's talents and character. Boys leave well-prepared academically and eager to contribute to the world. These boys give me great confidence in the future." For more information, visit www.fessenden.org or call 617.630.2300. CAPE COD ACADEMY Cape Cod Academy (CCA) is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory school serving students from kindergarten to grade 12 in beautiful Osterville on Cape Cod. The school's mission is to instill a love of learning in students as they pursue academic excellence and develop life skills in a safe, values-centered community. The 46-acre campus features outdoor classrooms, multiple athletic fields, two gymnasiums, an outdoor pool, state-of-the art science labs and a black box theatre. Their curriculum includes customized independent learning initiatives, field-exploration and easy access to a breadth of opportunities for intellectual, ethical, physical and artistic growth. Their independent, student-focused structure confers many benefits such as small class-size, personalized teaching, community involvement and specialized college preparation. Recognizing economic diversity enriches the educational opportunity for all families, CCA is thrilled to announce its new Personalized Tuition Program. It is an income and resources-based method of determining a personalized tuition for each family, designed to ensure access to CCA. The program considers a family's income and expenses and determines tuition based on a percentage calculation. Scholarship, honesty, compassion and respect are the school's core values. The education CCA provides reflects these values and provides students with the curiosity, courage, and consideration to realize their potential. For more information, visit www. capecodacademy.org or call 508.428.5400 XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL For over half a century, Xaverian Brothers High School has helped to shape strong young men in the best sense of the word. A private, Catholic, college preparatory day school for boys in grades 7-12, Xaverian is located on 36 beautiful acres in Westwood, Massachusetts, and offers a rigorous academic curriculum, a well-developed campus ministry program focused on faith, character, and leadership, and a proud Division 1 athletic tradition. With 21 Advanced Placement courses, nine academic department centers, and 94% of the faculty holding advanced degrees (including many with multiple master's degrees and doctoral degrees), Xaverian's academic program is challenging, thought- provoking and carefully designed to help young men become lifelong learners and resilient problem solvers. Xaverian offers more than 40 extracurricular programs, a robust and expanding fine arts program and nearly 50 service opportunities each year, inspiring students to take risks, think creatively and positively contribute to the community, both locally and abroad. Plus, through Xaverian athletics, student-athletes learn teamwork, discipline and leadership, inspired by outstanding coaches, competitive schedules and unparalleled facilities. At Xaverian, each young man discovers his unique strengths in an inclusive community where the dignity of every person is respected so that all can thrive. Xaverian is where students are empowered to achieve beyond their expectations and share their gifts with a world in need. For more information, visit www. xbhs.com or call 781.326.6392. Boston is fortunate to be the site of so many estimable private and independent schools. By providing social opportunities, leadership skills and innovative academic challenges, they are helping to prepare students for college and beyond.