Weil Academics
Mark Weil and the 2002 Graduating Class - A Group of Champions!
"At Weil, tennis and academics are no longer at odds with one another!" -- Academy Director, Mark Weil
WEIL'S ACADEMIC OPTIONS
The Weil Tennis Academy provides our players with the best academic options of any academy in the world. Every player at Weil is prepared to succeed at the appropriate collegiate level, if college tennis is their goal. If professional tennis is the goal, flexible weekly class schedules to allow maximum training opportunities, and independent study contracts allowing for extensive tournament travel, are available for each player. Every training day is coordinated and maximized with a player's academic schedule.
For U.S. students, Weil offers a high quality, diverse & accredited California public school education through the Ojai Unified School District (Nordhoff High School, Matilija Junior High School and Topa Topa Elementary School). All of these schools are designated distinguished California schools and are currently ranked in the Top 10 percent of all California public schools. Attendance at any of these 3 schools provides our students with many great features such as a flexible weekly schedule a wide selection of course offerings AP (Advanced Placement ) and Honors courses, and exclusive to each Weil student, a customized academic program to fit each player's needs.
For International Students, we offer I-20 Student Visas for qualified students and classes through the Weil College Preparatory School (Grades 5-12) which is located on the campus of the Weil Tennis Academy. Weil College Prep offers our students a high quality, accredited education which meets the needs of students who are not proficient in English and must take classes in ELL or Sheltered English. This allows our International Students to make a smoother transition to American University if that is their goal.
For students wanting an Independent study option, Laurel Springs Independent Study School is located here in Ojai and provides a private, accredited course list for grades K-12. LSS has both online and text based curriculums available for every student's needs.
OJAI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
This program is designed for U.S. students who we feel will benefit from the traditional classroom setting and students desiring to take a greater selection of Honors and AP Courses.
- Students attend Nordhoff High School or Matilija Jr. High School for 4 periods each morning M-F from 7:40 AM to 12:10 PM.
- The one remaining high school course unit may be earned through independent study programs. Each semester a course must be taken in order to earn enough credits for graduation in a four year period.
- All AP and Honors courses offered at Nordhoff periods 1-4 would be available to our players including AP English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language and Fine Arts.
- School counselors monitor WTA students closely to ensure that they are successful in the academic program. Counselors are available for individual interview and are responsible for transcript analysis and schedule preparation.
- Short Term Independent Study Contracts are available for Weil players who must travel to National and International Tournaments that fall on school days. These must be approved by the Residential Director and Weil's Head Coach.
- Boarding students are required to attend monitored study halls Sunday through Thursday evenings on the Weil Campus. Additional tutoring support may be purchased. WTA will assist families in finding available tutors.
NORDHOFF HIGH SCHOOL FACTS
Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, our academic program boasts a 100% graduation rate with all of our students going to higher education with a strong foundation for future success in college and in life. Below is a brief overview of the school:
- California Distinguished High School
- Rated among the top 10% of all high schools in the State of California (as reflected in the California API score of 9)
- 1646 average SAT 1 score for all students
- Lowest counselor to student ratio of all Ventura County high schools
- Advanced placement courses/tests offered in 16 different subjects
- Advanced placement pass rates approximately 75% with 366 tests given
- A safe and secure campus environment with a small town, family based atmosphere
- Many specialized courses offered in performing and fine arts
- Technologically advanced programs with computers and internet access available in classrooms
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT AND HONORS COURSES
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Subject |
Classes |
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| English | English 9H, English 10H, English 11 AP, English 12 AP |
| Mathematics | Math Analysis H, Calculus B AP, Calculus C AP |
| Science | Chemistry H, AP, Physics B AP, Physics C AP |
| Social Science | World History AP, American History AP, Psychology AP, European History AP, Government AP |
| Foreign Language | Spanish Language AP, Spanish Literature AP, French 4AP,5AP |
| Fine Art | Studio Art H, Studio Art AP, Music Theory AP |
GRADUATION / NCAA REQUIREMENTS
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Subject |
Semesters | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English | 8 | 40 |
| Social Science | 7 | 35 |
| Mathematics | 6 | 30 |
| Science | 6 | 30 |
| Physical Education | 4 | 20 |
| Foreign Language or Fine Art | 4 | 20 |
| Health | 1 | 5 |
| Electives | 9 | 40 |
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| Total | 45 | 225 |
EXIT EXAMS
WEIL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Weil College Preparatory School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is designed to provide a high quality private education for our International Students. Weil College Prep provides our international students a blend of traditional and independent study options for their educational experience as well as ELL classes for students not proficient in the English Language. Our classes are held on the campus of the Weil Tennis Academy.
"This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll non immigrant alien students."
I-20 Student Visa's are available for qualified international students. International students are enrolled in Weil College Preparatory School and must complete a full curriculum of academic and tennis-training courses for graduation.
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Grigor Dimitrov Haskovo, Bulgaria, Top 100 ITF, #1 Bulgaria Boys 16s |
Kei Ezaka Kariya, Japan, Top 5 in Section and Boys 12s So Cal |
Mousti Ismail Cairo, Egypt, Top 5 Egypt Boys 16s, So Cal Boys 16s Top 50 |
The Student Visa is a grant of permission to enter the country. The U.S. entrance requirements are as follows:
- You must be in good health.
- You must be able to support yourself financially through family funds.
- You intend to leave the U.S. after your studies are complete.
- You must be law-abiding.
Please consult the U.S. State Department for more specific information about Foreign Student Visas at: www.immigration.gov.
GRADUATION / NCAA REQUIREMENTS
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Subject |
Semesters | Credits |
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| English | 8 | 40 |
| Social Science | 7 | 35 |
| Mathematics | 6 | 30 |
| Science | 6 | 30 |
| Physical Education | 4 | 20 |
| Foreign Language or Fine Art | 4 | 20 |
| Health | 1 | 5 |
| Electives | 9 | 40 |
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| Total | 45 | 225 |
LAUREL SPRINGS INDEPENDENT STUDY SCHOOL
The Weil Academy and Laurel Springs have united to provide Weil students with the best alternative education possible. LSS is a prestigious, world-renowned independent study program offering excellent web and text-based curriculum. LSS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), as well as, the National Independent Study Accreditation Council (NISAC). LSS courses are articulated for the UC system and their students have been accepted at many prestigious colleges and universities around the world. Their program is ideal for those seeking individualized, nontraditional educations. LSS independent study program provides many "special" features, such as a wide selection of course offerings, credit for life learning, flexible schedules, honors courses, exceptional teacher services, and the opportunity to be included in their yearbook, prom and graduation ceremonies. Exclusive to Weil Tennis Academy students, we provide a customized academic program to fit each player's needs and tournament schedule.
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