Canterbury School Corporation

“The executive committee of the school is made up of the elected officers of the board of trustees and acts for and on behalf of the board of trustees. It has the full authority of the board of trustees until the next general meeting and reports its actions to the board.”

“The head of school and director of finance review a draft of the tax return for accuracy and completeness. It is then presented at a board meeting in which the 990 is approved before it is filed with the irs.”

“Written disclosure is signed annually by all board members.”

“Compensation for key employees is benchmarked against comparable positions at peer institutions and reviewed by the board of trustees.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are made available upon request.”

“Canterbury history is rich in leadership and vision by those who have come before us as donors, visionaries and volunteers. Together they have set the course for what canterbury is today, a well-respected educational institution producing students who are prepared for success in college and beyond. For nearly five decades, canterbury school has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, preparing students to excel in the world. From its first faculty member in 1964, canterbury's faculty has nurtured the individual potential in each student. They challenge, support and recognize the individual learning journey of a diverse student body. As we conclude our 49th year, in preparation for our 50th anniversary, we reflect upon the immense contributions of those who have held the canterbury vision so dear. Today's mission of academic excellence, leadership, character and service are evident by the contributions of over 1000 canterbury alumni all over the world. Our work continues to honor our rich history while envisioning our next 50 years of service. Course of studies: our students pursue a rigorous schedule of college preparatory classes for all four years in the upper school. All classes at canterbury school are taught at the honors level, with advanced placement (ap) and independent studies providing extra challenges. Ap courses are provided in all core subject areas. Last year, 74% of students received a passing grade or higher on ap exams. Enrollment in ap is determined by academic department policies and/or prerequisite courses. Athletics and extracurricular activities: athletics, clubs and organizations play key roles in student life. Canterbury offers an array of sports for student participation including: football, soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, swimming, tennis, golf, cross-country, track and field and lacrosse. There are well over 20 active clubs on campus including yearbook, chess, mock trial, and model un. Club members meet on a regular basis throughout the year. Additionally, students participate in a variety of local, state, national and international scholastic competitions. Students drawn from: alva, bokeelia, bonita springs, cape coral, estero, fort myers, fort myers beach, labelle, lehigh acres, naples, north fort myers, port charlotte, punta gorda, sanibel graduates accepted to four-year colleges or universities: 100% average class size: 16 student/faculty ratio: 10:1 financial aid: for the 2013-14 school year, canterbury school is providing approximately $1,540,000 of financial assistance to 24% of the student body. Canterbury school adheres to the national association of independent schools' "principles of good practice for financial aid." upper school students participating in sports: 75% percentage of faculty & administration holding advanced degrees: 50% class of 2013 sat average of highest scores: verbal: 605; math: 588; writing: 596 class of 2013 act composite score: 27 class of 2013 national merit awards: -national merit scholar: 1 -national merit finalists: 3 -national merit commended: 1 -national achievement scholar: 1 mascot: cougar athletic teams: football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, swimming, tennis, golf, cross-country, track & field and lacrosse accreditations/memberships: -national association of independent schools -florida council of independent schools -southern association of colleges and schools -southern association of independent schools -national association of college admission counseling -the college board academic societies: -cum laude society -international thespian society -la societe honoraire de francais -mu alpha theta mathematics honor society -national english honor society -national honor society -national latin honor society -rho kappa, fcss student honor society -science national honor society -sociedad honoraria hispanica philanthropy: the school relies on tuition and philanthropic support.”

“Unrealized gain (loss) on interest rate swap 532,598.”

“The process of assuming responsibility for oversight of the audit of the organization's financial statements and selection of an independent accountant has not changed from the prior year.”