Program
Format
Studio
Time
Mornings
are devoted to one studio (three hours), most of the
afternoon (three hours again) to your second studio.
"Open" studio time is scheduled late afternoons
and evenings, giving you an opportunity to continue
along on pieces begun earlier in the day and to work
and explore on your own. Considerable independence is
given to all students in managing time, with the foundation
of the program resting on each persons' strong sense
of commitment to themselves and their work. Our small
size creates an atmosphere that is flexible and spontaneous.
Evenings
Volleyball or softball games are traditional after dinner
and are characterized by a tone of informality and warmth.
Cool nights lend themselves to a bonfire with singing
and conversation and Saturday evening, though the activities
may change, often ends up with an extravaganza of homemade
ice cream churned by an assortment of Snow Farm people.
Weekends
Although the week is full and fast-paced, Sundays are
nonstudio days and give you a chance to see more of
Massachusetts and New England. There are frequent trips
to craft-related settings such as the Berkshire Craft
Fair, artists' studios, and galleries. Other Sundays
offer a change, perhaps to day trip to lower New Hampshire,
or to visit Tanglewood Music Festival or the Smith College
Museum of Art.
Freedom
AND Responsibility
We are a small community in which each person's students
as well as faculty, has the opportunity to influence
the flow of day-to-day life and activities. Participants
are always encouraged to voice their ideas and opinions.
Your input is valued; we want to be responsive to your
interests. We expect that you, in turn, will contribute
your enthusiasm for and commitment to all phases of
the Snow Farm program.
Some Rules
Drinking and the use of unprescribed drugs are contrary
to the spirit of Snow Farm. Snow Farm absolutely prohibits
any student from using alcohol or drugs unless prescribed
by a physician. Snow Farm will not deviate from this
policy. Anyone breaking this rule will be required to
leave the program immediately. Moreover, any student
who is found in the presence of any individual(s) who
possesses or is using drugs or alcohol will be required
to leave the program immediately. It is our firm policy
that any student who is required to leave MUST DO SO
WITHIN A FEW HOURS after notification from the High
School Director, regardless of the distance needed to
travel. To expedite departure, Snow Farm reserves the
right to arrange transportation for the departing individual
with the student's parent or guardian responsible for
any and all transportation or extra staffing costs.
Our emphasis at Snow Farm is on creating an atmosphere
in which individual decision making is encouraged within
the guidelines of common sense, thoughtfulness, self-discipline,
respect and safety.
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