Boys’ Latin is the oldest independent, nonsectarian college-preparatory school for boys in Maryland. Guided by our school motto, Esse Quam Videri- To be rather than to seem- Boys’ Latin expects personal excellence from everyone in our community. Integrity is expected in all that we ask of our students as well as our faculty, parents and faithful alumni of our school. With those expectations in place, boys become men of strong character, develop lasting friendships, know the importance of hard work, and understand what it means to be compassionate.
Because of our small class sizes, students don’t just learn…they grow. They grow into responsible, self-reliant, and successful young men. Focused on the future, guided by excellent teachers and staff, our students find that success in our college-preparatory program. Whether within our state-of-the-art learning facilities or beyond, Boys’ Latin students are challenged by rigorous course work, by opportunities to participate in plays and choral events, to compete in over twelve interscholastic sports, and to discover the importance of helping others by participating in community service projects. Recent educational research has defined the best ways to teach boys. Boys’ Latin has availed itself of that information and provided educational opportunities to its faculty so that they can become most effective in their teaching of our young men. Certainly that makes Boys’ Latin School a great choice for boys! Boys’ Latin knows how boys think; knows how boys learn and engages all of its students in a vibrant environment so that they can realize their potential and be prepared for the challenges of the 21st century. It is our mission. Certainly these values and educational opportunities are why many families choose Boys’ Latin!
Some ask, Why a Boys’ School in the 21st Century?
The International Boys' School Coalition (IBSC) website notes:
In brief, boys’ schools provide:
A stimulating and safe learning environment that
- encourages full participation by boys in all activities (arts, athletics, community service).
-promotes self-expression and a respect for the many different paths to manhood.
-provides an atmosphere in which to explore sensitive gender and sex-related issues.
Educational programs tailored to meet the developmental needs of boys where
-boys can gain confidence in their ability to learn without being compared to girls who mature more quickly and tend to enjoy more success in school.
-books and curricular materials that excite boys can be integrated into all aspects of the school’s program.
-boys have opportunities to be taught and coached by faculty (including a significant number of males) who have been hired because they want to work with boys.
-boys can grow at their own pace and can “be boys” for as long as they need, protected from society’s pressure to get involved with girls before they are ready.
An environment free of cross-gender distractions in which
- boys need not waste energy posturing or trying to live up to the gender stereotypes so prevalent in the media and society at large.
- focus on academic tasks and achievement in extra-curricular activities can be paramount.
-frank and direct communication foster development and growth.
A setting in which boys develop strong bonds of friendship and camaraderie with peers and teachers so that
- the impact of positive male role models can have its fullest effect.
- a distinctive esprit de corps enriches the lives of boys.