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Simile- Art is as hard as Vietnam History

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similie- my bb belt shines like the sun

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hyperbole-Preston makes me laugh to death

simile- Juan is fast like a cheetah

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Simile: I am so close to my friends we are like 3 peas in a pod.

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As the leading advocate for girls' schools, NCGS is eager to support those who wish to imagine and explore new opportunities that educate and empower young women. As such, NCGS often hears from individuals and groups interested in starting an all-girls school. Below are guidelines and important steps to consider prior to opening a girls' school as well as additional resources to support you on your journey.

The information provided on this page is not intended to be an exhaustive list of steps, but rather key questions that should be contemplated by potential school founders on the tremendous undertaking of starting a girls' school.

1. Why All-Girls?

Your team must clearly articulate why you want to start a girls' school. Your understanding of the research and practice of successful girls' schools will inform the design of your educational program. A thorough and research-based understanding of the benefits and distinctions of girls' schools will enable you to make a strong case to all of your stakeholders. Through publications, research reports, and advocacy tools that support and promote the unique benefits and outcomes of girls' schools, NCGS provides resources that define the girls' school advantage.

2. What are the School's Core Values?

The Core Values:

Are the principles that guide you in establishing the school.

Set the foundation for how the school community will interact with the internal and external world.

Should be evident in your program design.

3. What is the School's Vision?

A Vision Statement:

Defines what you want your school to achieve over time.

Provides guidance and inspiration as to what the school should do five, ten, or more years down the road.

Is written succinctly in an inspirational manner that makes it easy for stakeholders to repeat at any given time.

Note: Incorporate the top three to five values into your Vision Statement (refer to Core Values section above).

4. Whom Will the School Serve?

This question should be discussed prior to drafting your mission statement. Know your potential student population geography, socio-economic status, academic ability, and cultural diversity. How will you design your program to meet the specific needs of your prospective students? Is there a specific geographic area or demographic you want to target? This will help you determine the type of school you should open and the mission of your particular school.

5. What is the School's Mission?

A Mission Statement:

Defines the purpose of the school

Answers three critical questions:

What does the school do?

Whom does the school serve?

How will the school achieve the desired outcomes?

Is written succinctly in the form of a few sentences.

Is something all staff, students, and key stakeholders can understand and articulate.

Note: Incorporate the top three to five values into your Mission Statement (refer to Core Values section above).

6. What Type of School Do You Want to Open?

There are three primary pathways to opening a new school:

1. Charter School: A charter school a publicly funded school established by teachers, parents, or community groups under the terms of a charter with a local or national authority.The actual "charter" that establishes these types of schools is a performance contract detailing the school's unique mission, program, student population, performance goals, and methods of assessment. One example of this model is the Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women.

2. District Initiative or Contract School: These schools are initiatives that are incubated in collaboration with the local school district. These are traditional public schools in their operation and governance structure, but may have additional resources and support from an outside community partner. Strong examples of this model are the Young Women's Leadership Network schools in New York and the Young Women's Preparatory Network schools in Texas.

3. Independent School (Religious or Non-Sectarian): An independent school is a school that is independent in its finances and governance; it is not dependent upon national or local government for financing its operations, nor reliant on taxpayer contributions; and is instead funded by a combination of tuition charges, donations, and endowment. It is governed by a board of trustees that is elected by independent means and a system of governance that ensures its independent operation. Please consult the directory of NCGS member schools for several examples of this model.

7. What Are the Next Steps?

Creating and sustaining a new girls' school is a significant undertaking. NCGS highly recommends individuals and groups considering opening a school conduct a feasibility study to determine the viability of their school plan.

Provisional Membership

NCGS offers provisional membership to girls' schools that are in formation or newly established girls' schools.
Provisional dues for Independent Schools:

Year 1 - $500

Year 2 - $1,000

Year 3 - $1,500

Year 4 - Full Independent School Member

Provisional dues for Public/Charter/Tuition-free Schools:

Year 1 - 25% of current year dues for public/charter/tuition-free schools

Year 2 - 50% of current year dues for public/charter/tuition-free schools

Year 3 - 75% of current year dues for public/charter/tuition-free schools

Year 4 - Full Public/Charter/Tuition-free School Member

Please contact Jean Baker, Manager of Membership & Outreach, if you have any questions about membership or the application process.

Additional Resources:

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As the leading advocate for girls' schools, NCGS is eager to support those who wish to imagine and explore new opportunities that educate and empower young women. As such, NCGS often hears from individuals and groups interested in starting an all-girls school.

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hyperbole - my head hurts so much its about to explode

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hyperbole-my bb belt is so shiny it blinds me

similie-my bb belt shines like the sun

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Hyperbole-  The act like wild animals after the pinata bursts
Simile- the kids are like mini goblins shoving candy in their mouth
Personification- the pinata starves until it gets fed all the candy.

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hyperbole-the other team is 5x my strength
similie-they ran like rhinos

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Hyperbole- My brother is a wild animal at home.
Simile-My brother is like a tree hes so tall.

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hyperbole- the sun is so hot I'm being cooked alive!
simile- the waves crashed on people and they stood tall like giant rocks.
metaphor; surfers were dolphins riding the wave to their new destination

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Hyperbole- The girls on the other team were a million times bigger than me.
Simile- I was as fast as a cheetah on the court.
Metaphor- She was a rhino ready to charge when she missed the winning shot.
Personification- The ball was jumping up and down after it fell through the hoop.

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hyperbole-im so full i feel like i am going to blow
simile-i flew through my food like a cheetah
metaphor-people are pigs when eating

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Hyperbole - I'm going to get a million days of detention for being tardy.
Simile - At the end of the year, the school is like a zoo with open cage doors.