Why would you send a sixth-grade boy to boarding school? Shouldn't a ninth-grade student start high school? What is a junior boarding school? Make an appointment to visit us today and learn why Eaglebrook, a boarding and day school for boys in middle school, might be the right place for your son.
Eaglebrook School was founded in 1922 by Howard Gibbs as a private boarding and day school for boys in middle school. Learn about our school in Deerfield, Massachusetts then and now, and read about the Core Skills we think every boy should know.
At Eaglebrook, we recognize that all students learn in different ways, vary in their innate abilities, and come from a variety of educational backgrounds. Classes at Eaglebrook are organized to meet the needs of each boy.
Eaglebrook is a close community of middle school students, teachers, and their families. Activities outside of the academic classroom are important to the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development of boys in middle school. Learn about the programs we offer at Eaglebrook, from athletics to arts.
At Eaglebrook, boys learn more than they ever thought possible, discover inner resources, develop self-confidence, and have fun along the way. Delivering on our mission is only possible through the incredible generosity of alumni, parents, parents of alumni, and friends.”
Jennie McAvoy has been an ESL and English teacher for 29 years, the last 21 of which have been at Eaglebrook. Jennie particularly enjoys teaching grammar and helping students unlock the mysteries of the English language. After living in the dorm for twelve years (the first two in Halsted and the last ten in Flagler) with her husband, Bart, and their two children, John '09 and Amelia '11, her family now lives off-campus in South Deerfield.
Name:Jennie McAvoy
College/Grad School: B.A Oberlin College, M.A.T Hunter College
What are your roles at Eaglebrook? I teach English and ESL.
Proudest Achievement? My kids and some of my music.
Last book you read? White Rose by Kip Wilson.
Movie you would recommend?Yesterday directed by Danny Boyle.
My soundtrack is? OMG! Scottish and Irish traditional music.
Favorite Food?Pizza, Watermelon, and Ice Cream.
Best Advice Ever Received? Never get on an empty subway car from my Mom.
Why Eaglebrook? The people and the environment, including this area of the Pioneer Valley.
What are your interests/hobbies?Folk singing and guitar player, knitting, and learning the Irish flute.
What animal do you identify with most?Probably a dog.