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SOAR Through Summer

Eagle Hill School’s SOAR Program is designed to help students who learn differently avoid the dreaded “summer slide”.

There are specific programs for both elementary school and middle school ages. Each student received an academic curriculum tailored to their specific needs. There is also plenty of fun in the sun and activities in the afternoon for students to chose from.

Our small class sizes, organized by skill level rather than age, ensure focused learning. Classes, taught primarily by our own Eagle Hill School faculty—experts in special education—guarantee a supportive and enriching environment.

You can choose our full-day option which includes both the academic and activities component or our half-day option which only includes academics.

The program begins on Monday, July 7, and ends on Friday, August 1.

An application is required for placement in the program. If you have questions about the process, please contact admissions@eaglehill.org.

2025 SOAR Program Calendar

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Meet Our Directors

Megan Colvin, Co-Director of the SOAR Program

Megan brings a decade of teaching experience to Eagle Hill, where she currently leads the Upper School’s Tutorial department and instructs in Tutorial and Study Skills. Beyond teaching, she coaches field hockey, basketball, and softball, demonstrating her multifaceted impact. Committed to shaping the school’s future, Megan contributes her expertise to the Strategic Planning Council. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Roger Williams University and holds a Master’s Degree in Literacy and Special Education from Manhattanville College.

Katy Jenkins, Co-Director of the SOAR Program

Katy joined Eagle Hill in 2022 as a Tutorial Teacher in the Upper School and brings with her extensive experience as an educator and administrative leader. Prior to joining Eagle Hill, Katy worked at Rodeph Sholom School as a teacher and learning specialist. She then moved on to West End Day School and was the Education Head there for 13 years. She holds both New York State and Connecticut State teaching certificates in special education, reading specialist and administration. Katy earned an M.S., Ed., in Educational Leadership from Fordham University, a M.S., Ed. in Reading and Literacy from Bank Street College of Education and a B.S. in Inclusive Elementary Education from Syracuse University.

The SOAR Program Experience

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Academics (morning)

The SOAR academic program includes daily instruction in:

Reading and literacy skills
Writing
Math
Study skills

Class sizes are small and students are grouped in these subjects according to their skill level rather than their grade.

The program also gives students the opportunity to enhance their Social Skills. The SOAR staff provides explicit instruction in social and emotional language concepts and helps students develop their social thinking and associated skills. Through discussion and activities students learn how to:

use pragmatic language successfully
recognize the skills and expectations necessary to be a positive member of a group
initiate and sustain peer relationships.

Enrichment Activities (afternoon)

The Afternoon Activities Program immerses students in a fun midday program where group work, social skills, and fair play are emphasized and reinforced. Students are encouraged to try new things and actively participate in a variety of activities while fostering positive relationships with their peers. Activities can take place both on campus and, on select occasions, off campus. Past activities include:

Arts and crafts
Sports and athletic games
Cooking
STEM activities
Animal education
Water play
Trips to The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Stamford Nature Center, and local beaches

Application Process

Step 1: Submit an online application

Eagle Hill uses Ravenna as its online admissions application solution. Please create an account to access the SOAR Program application. The application will also ask that you submit the following:

School report cards
All available student reports including:
- Neuro-psych evaluation conducted within the past two years
- Current IEP or 504 plan
- Speech and language assessments
- Therapist and academic tutor reports

Submit an Application to the SOAR Program via Ravenna

Step 2: Student Screening

Once an application is complete, members of the SOAR Program staff will conduct a thorough review. If an applicant is deemed to be a fit for the program, they will be required to meet in person with members of the SOAR staff along with their parents.

Step 3: Acceptance

Acceptance notification will be communicated after the in-person meeting. Get ready to SOAR through your summer!!!

Tuition and Financial Aid

	Full Day (Academic Program & Afternoon Enrichment)	Academic Program Only
Prospective EHS Families	$5,000	$4,000
Current EHS Families	$4,750	$3,750

CIT Program Tuition

	Academic Program & Afternoon CIT Program
Prospective EHS Families	$4,500
Current EHS Families	$4,250

Financial Aid Process

Financial assistance is available for the SOAR Program. You must create an account and submit an application via Clarity Financial Aid platform. For more about our financial aid program and Clarity please click here.