The Diener School vs. Salem School
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School Overview
Overview
The Diener School is a one-of-a-kind school, grounded in providing a high-quality education that considers the whole child. Each student is recognized as an individual who brings with him/her strengths and challenges that are unique.
Diener recognizes this individuality when addressing learning needs and creating customized growth opportunities.
The Maryland Salem Children's Trust, Inc., provides a home, family, counseling and education to children who have been abused, neglected abandoned.
Set against a backdrop of old-growth cherry, maple, pine and oak trees in the Appalachians and bordered by exquisite Meadow Mountain and pristine state forest in beautiful Garrett County, Salem is a haven for children who have experienced repeated trauma at a young age.
It is a sanctuary whose mission is to glorify God and respect His creation through promoting reconciliation and peace in a world of broken promises and failed responsibilities.
From its humble beginnings in a single residence nearly three decades ago to the nine structures now in use and a complete range of therapeutic services, Salem has grown steadily through divine guidance and the help of a world-wide network of friends.
In its almost-three decades it has served 400 children between the ages of six and 18.
Grades Offered
K-8
8-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Learning Programs Supported
Learning Differences, Sensory Processing Disorders, Expressive and Receptive Speech Delays, Executive Functioning and Attention Challenges, Social Skill Delays
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Year Founded
2007
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Students Body
Total Students
75 students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
50%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
3
-
Grade 1 Students
3
-
Grade 2 Students
5
-
Grade 3 Students
9
-
Grade 4 Students
13
-
Grade 5 Students
12
2
Grade 6 Students
7
-
Grade 7 Students
16
-
Grade 8 Students
7
4
Grade 9 Students
-
3
Grade 10 Students
-
5
Grade 11 Students
-
2
Grade 12 Students
-
2
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
8
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:4
1:9
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 12 / rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$51,500
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Admissions Director
Lois MCCabe
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Admissions Associate
Alicia Evers
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