our residential brochure here

ADVENTURE
AWAITS.
A GLO B A L E D U C ATION CAN MAKE A
WORLD
of
DIFFERENCE.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMMES
Only 7 schools in the United States with residential
students offer the IB programmes.
IB learners are independent thinkers
and global citizens. They have
a high level of cultural awareness and a breadth of knowledge that is the reward for studying two
languages, humanities, science, mathematics, and the arts. Every student is enrolled in the International
Baccalauereate Programmes at Riverstone, creating a unique environment of like-minded, motivated
students.
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Bayard B.
Riverstone International School Class of 2014
Georgetown University Class of 2018
At Riverstone International School, my teachers encouraged me to not just do the work, but dive into
the subject as a whole.
“During my years at Riverstone, countless experiences shaped who I am. When I was struggling to write an essay about a novel we were
reading, my English teacher told me, ‘A great writer reads ten times as much he or she writes.’ Since then, I have kept that in mind in
every class. Whether I was analyzing French literature, staying an extra 30 minutes after history class to discuss a topic with my teacher,
or conducting hands-on experiments in physics, I know diving into subjects made me a better student.”
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Enjoy Idaho’s great outdoors, learn new skills and forge
friendships that will help you succeed at Riverstone and
prepare you for life beyond our doors.
Backpacking through the mountains
, rivers, and deserts of Idaho provide
the perfect environment to help you acquire a repertoire of backcountry skills and life skills like
compassion, determination, resilience, and independence. Outdoor trips also provide the perfect
backdrop to build friendships that translate to positive interactions in the classroom.
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Yunshu G.
Riverstone International School Class of 2014
University of California San Diego Class of 2018
I learned that I could be an outdoor enthusiast and I will always remember my time at Riverstone.
“The best thing about Riverstone International School was the cultural diversity in my classrooms. Even though I only attended
Riverstone International School for two years, some of the highlights were rock climbing and the mountain bike club with
teachers and friends.”
NOT ALL CLASSROOMS
HAVE
WALLS.
CLASSES SMALL ENOUGH
for
CONVERSATIONS.
YOU HAVE TO BE HEARD TO FIND YOUR VOICE
We want to hear your opinion and your perspective
because that is how we learn from each other.
Small classes lead to big opportunities
to discuss commonalities among
music genres, the novel your literature class is reading, or the latest scientific discovery in DNA mapping.
We want to hear your opinion and the perspective that you bring to the group. You won’t get lost in
the back of the class at Riverstone. But the best thing about small classes is that your teachers will have
the chance to know you really well, encourage you, and support you in obtaining your dreams.
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Mackenzie R.
Riverstone International School Class of 2015
Stanford University Class of 2020
Opportunities to learn about our world in interesting and engaging ways are endless at
Riverstone.
Mackenzie travelled to Morocco for two months of intensive Arabic study, living with a host family prior to her junior year. She also shared her home
with a Colombian student and, in turn, stayed with her family in Colombia. “Some of my greatest friends have come from all over the world, from
France to Ethiopia to Korea. They have interesting and relevant opinions and insights that give an added dimension to the discussions we have in
class.”
BOISE: A CITY YOU CAN EXPLORE
Whether you love coffeeshops, theater, rivers or the
mountains, our city has something for everyone.
You will fall in love with Boise.
Known for being one of the most liveable
cities in the United States, Boise Idaho is a great place to explore in every season. Parents: you can
rest assured that your son or daughter is living in a safe city with welcoming residents. With five ski
resorts within a three hour drive, mountain biking and hiking trails within minutes, and the Boise River
steps from our school and our downtown residence hall, we think you will quickly love our small city
as much as we do.
BOISE!
2016-2017
Tuition, Room and Board:
$44,100
New Student Enrollment Fee:
1,000
Health Insurance:
1,000
Total
US$46,100
Residence Hall
Join our community.
Regardless of how far you live from Boise, we look forward to
welcoming you into our newly-built residence hall with classmates from around the globe. We have
both community spaces and dual-occupancy rooms, all with new furnishings. All of your meals are
included. Our residential life advisors will help you transition to a new school, new friends, and a new
city. Transportation to and from school is provided, and downtown Boise’s shops, museums, movie
theatres, and restaurants are within easy walking distance.
Would you like to learn more?
Rachel Pusch, Director of Enrollment
Management and Admissions , will happily answer your questions and guide you through the application
process. You can either email her at [email protected] or visit www.riverstoneschool.org
and click on the “Inquire” button.
your
READY FOR
ADVENTURE?
www.riverstoneschool.org