The Hanson Place Seventh-day Adventist (S.D.A.) School was established to provide a Christian education for students in grades Pre-K - grade 8. The school recognizes its responsibility in helping to develop the mental, physical and spiritual character based on Biblical principles. Central to its philosophy is a belief in God as the Creator and Sustainer of the Universe and recognition of man as a child of God and steward of this world. The education program is predicated on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value, and on the importance of the development of the whole person. Students are educated to accept service as a way of life, to be sensitive to the needs of people in the home and society, and to become active members in the Church. Realizing that true education redeems us to be fully what God intends for us, we the staff at Hanson Place S.D.A. school endeavor to impart to our students the skills that society demands for effective service, values that can be used to enhance relationships with all of God's creatures, and spiritual knowledge that direct lives toward the ultimate choice to do all for the honor and glory of God. Compatible with this philosophy, emphasis is placed on spiritual, academic, physical and social development of each students.

Harmony Heights is a therapeutic residential and day school serving girls with emotional needs that cannot be adequately served in the standard high school setting. Situated in Oyster Bay, New York, Harmony Heights was established in 1974, it has served as an outstanding resource for education and emotional healing for 30 years. Harmony is a chartered and registered high school accredited by New York State and offers regents, local and IEP diplomas. From teachers to guidance counselors to therapists, the staff at Harmony Heights represents the finest caliber of professionals each dedicated to the emotional, social and educational well-being of our students. In a caring supportive atmosphere that stresses self-worth, self-reliance and hope for the future, Harmony Heights girls discover the inner resources necessary to overcome adversity and conflict, to become fulfilled, productive individuals. Harmony Heights students are generally referred to us by hospitals and schools who deem further care necessary. Our program serves as an alternate to long-term hospitalization, serving instead as the next step in care, nurturing teenage girls with a less restrictive, more home like environment. Throughout the years Harmony Heights has assisted hundreds of girls and their families in getting the help they need.

Hawthorne Valley School is a Pre-K through Grade 12 Waldorf school located on a 400 acre biodynamic farm in Columbia County, NY, nestled in the foothills of the Berkshires. We accept boarding students in High School who participate in our Home-Based program, living with a school family as opposed to a dormitory setting.

The Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway is an orthodox Jewish Yeshiva with the Torah as the foundation of its philosophy. Education consists of developing intelligence, acquiring knowledge, mastering skills, and forming character. According to the Torah, the parent is the primary teacher, and by extension the teacher, while in school, is in loco parentis. It is the role of both the teacher and parent to cooperate, to guide, and assist in the development of the whole child, academically, intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and socially. The student will be expected to respect, to make proper appraisals of, and to contribute towards the improvement of society. As a faculty, it is our mandate to provide the proper environment, in both general and Judaic studies, for total growth of the child as a responsible Jewish American.

The Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway is an orthodox Jewish Yeshiva with the Torah as the foundation of its philosophy. Education consists of developing intelligence, acquiring knowledge, mastering skills, and forming character. According to the Torah, the parent is the primary teacher, and by extension the teacher, while in school, is in loco parentis. It is the role of both the teacher and parent to cooperate, to guide, and assist in the development of the whole child, academically, intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and socially. The student will be expected to respect, to make proper appraisals of, and to contribute towards the improvement of society. As a faculty, it is our mandate to provide the proper environment, in both general and Judaic studies, for total growth of the child as a responsible Jewish American.

The Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls has received accreditation from the N.Y. State Board of Regents and the prestigious Middle States. We are dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all areas of academics and are committed to encouraging and assisting our students in this process. Our College preparatory program is designed to provide our students with a comprehensive academic program, emphasizing the development of critical thinking skills, research skills and written and oral expression. Secular studies courses and requirements conform to the standards of the Board of Regents, with Regents examinations administered at the end of the year. Preparing our students academically for admission to the colleges of their choice is a primary goal.

The Hebrew Academy of Nassau County (HANC) educates boys and girls from nursery through high school throughout Long Island by providing a high quality and thorough curriculum rooted in Torah (religious studies) and mada (general studies), based in academic excellence. HANC provides a dynamic, Orthodox Jewish education that fosters intellectual and spiritual understanding and love of Torah, and commitment to its mitzvot and values. An emphasis on midot tovot (good character) infuses all aspects of school life. HANC provides a challenging curriculum in general studies according to the highest educational standards as a complement to, and enhancement of, Torah study. By creating a climate of active intellectual inquiry in both disciplines, HANC encourages exploration and understanding of the world. HANC emphasizes the responsibility of each Jew toward G-d and all people. HANC instills in its students Ahavat Yisrael-love of Israel--as embracing the Land and State of Israel, and fellow Jews. HANC inculcates in its students the ideals of the American democratic heritage of freedom, justice and human dignity. HANC, in keeping with its long-standing goal of "chanoch lana'ar al pi darkho" (teach a child according to his abilities), provides a stimulating education for students with differing levels of academic ability and from differing backgrounds according to the various individual needs of the students. HANC partners with parents to nurture each student to develop as an entire person. By providing diverse academic and extracurricular programs, HANC enables and encourages students to discover and excel in fields in which they can lead meaningful lives.

The Hebrew Day School provides a balanced curriculum between English and Hebrew studies. The students start learning both English and Hebrew alphabets in Nursery School. In 1st through 8th grades, the students learn English, social studies, math, science, art, gym, music and computer lab. Jewish studies include the Hebrew language, Jewish holidays and customs, and study from the Bible to the Talmud.

The Henrietta G. Lewis Campus School, located on the grounds of the Wyndham Lawn Home for Children, serves students who are experiencing educational, emotional and behavioral challenges. The program uses strength-based, nontraditional teaching strategies such as differentiated learning with small class sizes and even one-on-one instruction for some students. The Lewis School is a private, state-approved school whose goal is to return students to their home districts as soon as possible.

The young women of The Hewitt School are the center of an educational program that encourages independent thought and creativity. Athletics to arts, languages to laboratories, music to math: a balanced, healthy, and comprehensive environment is our goal. The educational professionals who comprise our faculty and staff serve as leaders, listeners and role models. Together - teachers, parents, staff - we encourage each student's interests and ideas. We value her background and help her to maintain her individuality. We help her become a leader and become an independent woman.

The New Highland School facility includes well equipped attractive classrooms, library, science laboratory, art studio and full gymnasium. The heart and soul of the school, though, is more than the bricks and mortar. Differences between schools are rooted in the philosophy of education and the relationship between those who teach and those who come to learn. The Highland tradition of private education is dynamic, sensitive to the needs of the individual student, and realistic enough to prepare for the educational career challenges that lie ahead. At Highland individual growth requires both intellectual and physical development. Supervised athletics and play programs are an integral part of the curriculum. There is a full indoor gymnasium and a lovely park and ball field directly accross the street, all of which are used under faculty supervision for physical education classes and recreation periods.

Hillel Academy of Broome County is a community day school serving Jewish children in and around Broome County from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The mission of Hillel Academy is to provide a comprehensive, stimulating and enriching integrated Jewish and secular education. It seeks to educate each child to realize his or her potential as an informed, thoughtful and responsible member of the Jewish community and of the American and world society. Underpinning Hillel Academy

Since 1947, Hillel School has welcomed students of all Jewish backgrounds and affiliations. Hillel School's doors are open to students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Students come from Rochester and the surrounding suburbs and span all economic levels. Our nine-acre campus is located in the suburb of Brighton, just outside Rochester, NY. The building features a spacious gymnasium/auditorium, a state-of-the-art computer lab, a stimulating art studio and a modern science lab. The library contains both Judaic and general interest volumes. We strive to provide all students with the best possible education. Our favorable student-to-teacher ratio enables teachers to know and care about each child. An Instructional Leadership Team tailors enrichment and remediation programs to meet the needs of each child.

Crestwood's Children's Center supports children ages birth to 21 and their families with an array of child welfare behavioral, mental health, and family development services. Children and adolescents who are in need of 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week care and treatment due to the severity of their emotional disturbance live in residential cottages or community-based group homes while receiving individual and family therapy. Highly trained specialists work very closely with children in our care involving their parents in the entire process. Campus Schools provide special education to youth in Crestwood's Residential Treatment programs.

Hillside specializes in infant, international, and special needs adoptions. Recognizing that adoption is a lifelong experience, Hillside remains a resource for adoptive parents and their children after legalization. Hillside customizes services to the specific needs and strengths of children, families, and communities. Specialized services can be developed on an as-needed basis. Day Treatment serves youth ages 3-21 who are experiencing school-related and/or family problems. Day Treatment provides a stable, consistent environment where emotional and educational needs can be met. This is an integrated approach to treatment with focus on therapeutic and educational goals. Children who leave the care of Hillside

Holy Angels Academy provides an exemplary educational community in which each student is encouraged to develop her potential for personal excellence and leadership as she matures intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, physically, and socially. In this exceptional environment, she learns the skills of critical thinking, masters a core body of knowledge leading to college studies, and builds a personal value system based on the truths of Catholic doctrine, that enable her to make sound moral decisions and to develop, in the spirit of St. Marguerite D'Youville, a personal commitment to justice and compassion in our society.

Holy Angels Catholic Academy is a co-educational school located in Bay Ridge Brooklyn. It has been serving the Bay Ridge community since 1924. We offer Nursery to Grade 8 with the largest scholarship program in Brooklyn.

Holy Angels is a child-centered, family-sensitive Catholic School. We are dedicated to the development of the whole child: intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, physically, and socially. Our students are challenged to learn, lead, and serve as Jesus taught.

"Holy Child Academy is a private, independent, co-educational Catholic day school offering a High School preparatory curriculum for students from Nursery through grade 8. The school is a part of an international network of Holy Child schools known the world over for bringing a nurturing, visionary approach to education. At every grade level, Holy Child strives to be a place where a young person's best qualities can flourish. Academic excellence is a priority, and students pursue their scholastic careers with enthusiasm and a strong sense of purpose. At the same time, Holy Child emphasizes the development of the ""whole child"" with a curriculum that includes athletics, fine and performing arts, extra-curricular activities, and service to the community. Mindful of its Christian heritage, Holy Child also stresses enduring spiritual values that help students maintain a strong moral awareness in a challenging world. A warm bond of closeness unites faculty, students, parents and alumni; a spirit of commitment sets Holy Child apart as an extraordinary place to learn."

Holy Cross Academy is a private school founded by Catholic laity and faithful to the Magisterium. Our mission is to educate the whole person, helping students develop academically, spiritually and physically in order to succeed in life, cooperate with grace and to achieve the ultimate goal: perfect happiness in heaven.