Learning by doing and applying is a hallmark of a Marianapolis education through project-based learning platforms such as the Centers of Excellence, LEAP Week, and Experiential Learning. The Centers of Excellence allow where students to pursue a specialized diploma in a specific academic track that includes an internship, and culminates in a yearlong capstone independent study project. The three Centers are Business & Entrepreneurship, Civic Engagement & Service, and Innovation.

Marianapolis is a 9th grade through postgraduate Catholic Co-ed Independent Day and Boarding School community located in beautiful suburban Thompson, CT. Our school is located within an hour of Boston and Providence and 3 hours from New York City. It has an enrollment of around 350 students and has an average class size of 12 students. Students have the opportunity to take courses from a selection of offerings including 22 AP’s and up to 100 electives. Students participate in at least 2 seasons of an activity or sport and Marianapolis has up to 40 clubs and activities to choose from so there are a variety of opportunities. Learning by doing and applying is a hallmark of a Marianapolis education through project-based learning platforms such as the Centers of Excellence, LEAP Week, and Experiential Learning. The Centers of Excellence allow students to pursue a specialized diploma in a specific academic track that includes an internship, and culminates in a yearlong capstone independent study project. The three Centers are Business & Entrepreneurship, Civic Engagement & Service, and Innovation. Experiential Learning offers multiple day trips around New England during the school year, primarily on Sundays while the LEAP Week program is a one-week mini-term course requirement in March during which groups of students and faculty explore a specific topic, project, or adventure.