<p>I've looked through several threads about loomis already, but I found it hard to find answers to the questions I was really wondering! I'll be going next year as a freshman and really want to know more about it first, so if a current student or parent could answer some of these, that would be great.
What are the girls like? Are there are lot of cliques and snobby girls?
Do people date a lot or is it weird because you're living together?
What is it like having such a high percent of day students? (Freshman year is 44% day)
Do most people have roommates, and do people usually become best friends with their roommates or hang out with other people?
What math do most people go into freshman year? At my public HS I was supposed to go into Advanced Algebra 2 Honors, but will probably be taking normal Alg. 2 next year, is that normal?
Do boarders leave a lot on weekends or usually stay on campus?</p>
<p>I know I'm asking a lot, but I've gone to public school my whole life and I'm super anxious, and any advice would be welcomed greatly!</p>
<p>From mother of a prior Loomis student:</p>
<p>There are all sorts of boarders, my daughter made good friends and was not particularly troubled by cliques, but they existed. Boarders usually stay for weekends. It is warm and cozy.</p>
<p>There are a few “couples” who stick together, most people are more casual. </p>
<p>Regular algebra 2 is an honors level class, and is quite difficult. Kids frequently drop back to Algebra 2 essentials, the more basic class.</p>
<p>Something to remember about day students - they have cars, and often much easier access to substances that can get boarders thrown out. Beware. Many boarders at Loomis are expelled for disciplinary reasons. Alcohol or other substances are a big issue.</p>
<p>By the way, dance and athletics and the theatre program are amazing.</p>
<p>Current parent here…</p>
<p>PelicanChild states freshman girls had a harder time this year than the boys. It’s more difficult for the girls to be friendly with each other; some get involved with too many boys and take the newfound attention of high school a little too seriously. Some cliqueishness and snobbiness, but that’s a part of virtually any top tier prep school.</p>
<p>Doesn’t sound like there’s a lot of dating, especially in 9th grade. Perhaps a little more with day students because they’re off campus more regularly, but you’re right, there’s some trepidation not to make a mistake early if you’re going to be there for 4 years.</p>
<p>Most boarders have lots of friends as day students. As 9th graders it doesn’t affect them much as no one’s driving yet.</p>
<p>Many have roommates, but there are singles, too. PelicanChild did not get along with the roommate well, but they managed to find a detente and get through the year. Will be living with 2 close friends next year in a triple, by choice.</p>
<p>Boarders generally stay on campus for weekends, and day students are often around on Saturdays for classes, sports events, or both. There are maybe a couple of weekends all year where the day population is generally absent, but PC never claimed to be lonely or down on those weekends–quite the opposite, because they were 3 day weekends they were times for sleeping in, catching up, watching movies, or actually getting to socialize a little with other boarders without having to immediately switch gears back to schoolwork. The schedule is <em>very</em> rigorous.</p>
<p>Child took Algebra 2 this year as a 9th grader and it was <em>very</em> challenging. It is normal; some kids are farther along, but there are usually some sophs/even a new junior in that class, as well.</p>