The Cushman School

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The Cushman School
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Address
The Cushman School
592 Northeast 60th Street

Miami
,
Florida
33137

United States
Coordinates 25°49′54″N80°11′05″W / 25.831784°N 80.184795°W / 25.831784; -80.184795
Information
Type Private
Motto"An identity linked to excellence"
Founded1924;99 years ago (1924)
FounderLaura Cushman
Elementary PrincipalCheryl Rogers
Primary PrincipalJill Sevilla
HeadmistressArvi Balseiro
Grades Pre-K - 12
Gender Coeducational
Enrollment850
Colour(s)   Blue and white
MascotCushman Cougar
Team nameCushman
Tuition$20,950 - $37,960
Website www.cushmanschool.org

The Cushman School is Miami-Dade's oldest, continuously- operating, co-ed private school located in Miami, Florida. Founded in 1924, the school currently serves an international student body of about 850 students from Pre-kindergarten through High School.

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History

The Cushman School was founded in 1924 by Dr. Laura Cushman who was known in the 20's for her innovative ideas and progressive approach to education. Her intention to create an ambitious yet joyful learning environment that addressing the whole student is still the school's focus nearly a century later. The school was named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 1991–1992, [1] and is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS), the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Southern Association of Independent Schools, Cognia, and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.[ citation needed ]

The main campus consists of a mix of historic and new buildings and is located in a historic section of northeast Miami. The high school building is a few blocks south on Biscayne Boulevard. Since its opening in 1924, the school has introduced approaches to education that include an educational psychology calling for broad student input in the learning process. [2] [ failed verification ]

Dr. Arvi Balseiro is the third Head of School in the school's 99-year history. She succeeded Dr. Joan Lutton, who was the Head of School for 32 years following the founder, Dr. Laura Cushman, who was Head for 57 years. [3]

Academics

General Information

The school's enrollment is approximately 850 students throughout grades Pre-K through twelfth with the average class sizes ranging from 8-15 students. Tuition ranges from $26,238 in Pre-K through $39,670 in grades 9–12. Tuition for the Laura Cushman Academy includes $47,300 for grades Pre-K through fifth grade, $37,750 for grades sixth through eighth, and $46,312 for grades ninth through tenth.

Programming

The School's competitive programming includes a unique, 4-year Society & Me (SAM) Challenge Seminar in the High School, Pre-Law, Biomedical, Design Art & Technology (DAT), Performing Arts, Public Speaking/Oratory Challenges, Comprehensive Athletics, AP Classes, Dual Enrollment, and multiple Internship Opportunities. The Cushman School also offers online programming for sixth through twelfth grade students through its newest Cushman Virtual division.

The school also offers students multiple after school clubs including STEM robotics, painting, ballet, club soccer, karate, basketball, and foreign languages.

Global Collaborations

The Cushman School offers many international and domestic trips and student collaborations aimed at immersing students in a global perspective. Cushman has exchange programs with schools in China, Spain, and Mexico. Some trips have included travel to Peru, Iceland and many destination in Western Europe and the United States.

Athletics

The Cushman School offers a wide variety of competitive sports throughout multiple seasons. These include:

Fall SportsWinter SportsSpring Sports
Cross Country BasketballTennis
SwimmingsoccerTrack and Field
Girls VolleyballGirls Beach Volleyball
Flag Football
Golf
HS Bowling

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References

  1. ↑ "Blue Ribbon Schools Program" (PDF). U.S. Department of Education. Archived (PDF) from the original on 25 December 2022. Retrieved 27 February 2023.
  2. ↑ George, Paul (200). The Cushman School. The Cushman School. p. 175.
  3. ↑ "History of the School". Cushman School. Retrieved 21 April 2021.
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