North Yarmouth Academy
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| Type | Co-ed, prep school |
| Established | 1814 |
| Headmaster | Peter Mertz |
| Faculty | 22 |
| Enrollment | 318 total [1] |
| Average class size | 14 students [2] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 1:8[3] |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Color(s) | Orange █ and Black █ mascot = Panther |
| Athletics | 15 sports [4] |
| Website | www.nya.org |
North Yarmouth Academy (Also known as "NYA") is a private, co-ed, college preparatory school located on 148 Main Street in Yarmouth, Maine. The Current headmaster of the school is Peter Mertz, with Bruce L. Poliquin currently heading the Board of Trustees. NYA currently has 318 enrolled students with an avarage class size of 14 students. NYA offers 15 sports for both Boys and Girls at the Varsity and Junior Varsity Level. Traditionally, NYA has strong Lacrosse, Soccer, and Outdoor Track programs. From its Mission Statement:
North Yarmouth Academy is an independent, college preparatory, coeducational day school serving students in grades six through twelve. The school offers a structured program that sets clear standards and high expectations in an environment that emphasizes values of mutual respect, trust and community. North Yarmouth Academy is dedicated to fostering integrity, character and intellect in young adults.[5]
Academics
Academics are well-established, piquant, and competitive, with a revolving system of stimulating classes that engage the students' minds.
(yea right thats why i fall asleep in history class everyday.)
Activities
NYA offers many extra-curricular activities, including Music Programs, Art Programs, and Student Government.
Facilities
The NYA campus consists of 10 Academic/Art buildings and 2 Athletic Buildings. The campus also has 2 athletic fields, 3 tennis courts, and a baseball/softball field [6]
Academic Facilities
- Academy Hall
- Russell Hall
- Weld House
- Bates House
- Curtis Complex
- Science Center
- Priscilla Savage Middle School
Art Facilities
- Higgins Hall
- Bates House
- Curtis Complex (Art Room)
Administrative Facilities
- Curtis Complex
- Dole House
- Weld House
Athletics
North Yarmouth Academy has an athletic requirement in which each student is required to participate in an athletic program every season throughout the school year. Exceptions to this policy include the ability to participate in a Performing Arts program once a year [7].
Sports
NYA offers 15 sports for both Boys and Girls, each at the Varsity and Junior Varsity level.
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Indoor Track
- Lacrosse
- Nordic Skiing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Facilities
Fields
In 2006, NYA completed transforming Lewis Field from grass to Turf. NYA currently has two athletic fields, one turf and one grass. Since its completion, Varisy and Junior Varsity Lacrosse, Soccer, and Field Hockey play all their home games on Lewis. NYA uses Knight Field for its Baseball and Softball programs.
Ice Hockey and Tennis
Travis Roy Ice Arena
The North Yarmouth Academy Ice Arena was built in 1975. In 1998 it was remodeled and re-named to the Travis Roy Ice Arena in honor of Travis Roy. It contains a fitness room, heated viewing area, locker rooms, and a pro shop. It is home to the NYA Boys and Girls Lacrosse as well as the Yarmouth High School Ice Hockey teams. The facility is also used by Casco Bay for its Ice Hockey programs.
Tennis
NYA has 3 Tennis Courts available to both Upper and Middle School students.