North Cross School - North Cross School | Roanoke, VA
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North Cross School - North Cross School | Roanoke, VA
WHO WE ARE
Our Mission & Vision
Building Character
Diversity & Inclusion
Board of Trustees
Our Head of School: Armistead Lemon '95
Leadership Team
Campus Map
In the News
NOW@NORTHCROSS
Employment Opportunities
ACADEMICS/STUDENT LIFE
Lower School
>
Early Childhood Program
First through Third Grades
Fourth and Fifth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Middle School
>
Sixth through Eighth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Upper School
>
Ninth through Twelfth Grades
>
Global Studies Distinction
STEM Distinction
Fine Arts Distinction
Course Catalog
College Counseling
Meet Our Faculty
The Talfourd H. Kemper Library
CrossWalk for Learning Differences
>
Meet Our Faculty
STUDENT LIFE
>
Dress Code
Extracurriculars
International Students
Boarding at North Cross
ATHLETICS/ARTS
ATHLETICS
>
Athletics Calendar
Teams & Schedules
Championships & Awards
Registration & Forms
Facilities
Meet Our Athletics Staff
Alumni Athletes
In the News
ARTS
>
Band
Chorus
Studio Art & Graphic Design
Theatre
COMMUNITY
School Calendar
Parent Resources
>
Log in to FACTS
Back-to-School
Student & Parent Handbook
Parent Opportunities
>
Parents' Association
Athletic Boosters
Friends of the Arts
Alumni
>
Alumni Reunion Weekend
Awards
Athletic Hall of Fame
>
Make a Pledge
After-School Opportunities
Summer Programs
Internship Program
Symposium
International Day
Key Contacts
Apparel
ADMISSIONS
Inquire & Tour
How to Apply
Tuition and Fees
International Student FAQs
Heard in the Halls
Meet Our Team
GIVING
Make a Gift to North Cross
North Cross Fund
Foundation Tax Credits Program
Planned Giving
Stock Gifts
Corporate Sponsors
Giving News
Meet Our Team
Welcome to North Cross
Who We Are
North Cross School is an independent, nonsectarian school serving students in early childhood through 12th grade from across the Roanoke Valley, the region, and the world.
Our Mission
Our mission
is to inspire a community of intellectually curious learners to think critically, act with integrity, and lead with courage.
The North Cross Mission
Tell me more...
SPEAK UP.
All students are required to
present in front of an audience
beginning in Lower School. From reading a book report aloud in class to presenting their first PowerPoint in front of an audience, from talent shows to delivering research in front of the entire
Upper School
, speaking in public creates self-confident, articulate individuals.
SEE THE MATH.
Our
Lower School
Singapore Math
program is a curriculum that emphasizes not just the 'how' of math, but the 'why.' Using visuals that represent different quantities, students learn to see the individual parts of a problem and how each can move to manipulate equations.
BE A FRIEND.
Our campus has students from age three through nineteen. Our senior buddy program, where a senior is paired with a four-year-old in Junior Kindergarten, is just one example how we’ve maximized opportunities for students to learn from one another. On a larger scale,
we encourage students to dive into unknown territories
, take on travel, community service and outside mentorship opportunities to make the most from their student experience.
MASTER YOUR PASSION.
An Upper School student can choose one or more
concentrated courses of study
in the
Fine Arts
,
Global Studies
and/or
STEM
fields, which lead to special designation(s) on their transcript upon graduation. In the Middle School, the self-paced
No Ceilings English
program makes the most of eager readers. Students can not only find what they love, but master it.
JOIN IN.
All children should be allowed to benefit from the character building and physical activity afforded to them by
team sports
, regardless of skill level.
Lower Schoolers have P.E. daily and all Middle and Upper Schoolers may participate in team sports without tryouts—but it doesn't seem to hurt the number of championships we win. Sports not your thing? There are plenty of
other ways
to find your tribe.
GET CREATIVE.
In order to
encourage
creative expression
in our students, a wealth of opportunities exist in each division. Whether it's through studio art classes, chorus, band, theatre, or design, our students have an eye, ear, and voice for the arts.
What's in a name?
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We're excited to share our story with you.
North Cross School is named after one of its founders, Margaret "Billy" Northcross Ellis.
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Explore this site and discover some of the unique qualities that help our students become truly exceptional people. However, the only way you can truly experience our dedicated faculty, innovative curricula, and warm environment is to visit. We encourage you to call or email us to set up an appointment with our Admission team, or fill out an
inquiry
and we'll get in touch with you.
Matthew Gilliland, Director of Enrollment and Strategic Initiatives
[email protected]
(540) 989-6641
contact the it help desk
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INQUIRE
APPLY
VISIT
4254 Colonial Avenue
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
(540) 989-6641 • (540) 989-7299 (FAX)
HOURS: M-F; 8AM-4PM
North Cross School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school founded in 1944 and governed by a volunteer
Board of Trustees
.
All contact information listed on this website is for official North Cross School business only. North Cross School does not accept unsolicited advertisements sent to school email addresses, phone numbers, or fax numbers listed on this site.
North Cross School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status in the administration of its educational, admission, financial aid or employment policies, or any other programs administered by the School.
Accreditation
North Cross is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. North Cross School's Junior Kindergarten is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, which is recognized by the Board of Education pursuant to §22.1-19 of the Code of Virginia that authorizes the Virginia Council for Private Education to accredit private nursery, preschool, elementary, and secondary schools in Virginia
.
Memberships
North Cross is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling, the Enrollment Management Association, One Schoolhouse and The Association for Academic Leaders, and The Cum Laude Society.
Privacy Policy
North Cross Shanghai
Faculty and Staff Links
MEDIA INQUIRIES
STUDENT RECORDS
Employment Opportunities
WHO WE ARE
Our Mission & Vision
Building Character
Diversity & Inclusion
Board of Trustees
Our Head of School: Armistead Lemon '95
Leadership Team
Campus Map
In the News
NOW@NORTHCROSS
Employment Opportunities
ACADEMICS/STUDENT LIFE
Lower School
>
Early Childhood Program
First through Third Grades
Fourth and Fifth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Middle School
>
Sixth through Eighth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Upper School
>
Ninth through Twelfth Grades
>
Global Studies Distinction
STEM Distinction
Fine Arts Distinction
Course Catalog
College Counseling
Meet Our Faculty
The Talfourd H. Kemper Library
CrossWalk for Learning Differences
>
Meet Our Faculty
STUDENT LIFE
>
Dress Code
Extracurriculars
International Students
Boarding at North Cross
ATHLETICS/ARTS
ATHLETICS
>
Athletics Calendar
Teams & Schedules
Championships & Awards
Registration & Forms
Facilities
Meet Our Athletics Staff
Alumni Athletes
In the News
ARTS
>
Band
Chorus
Studio Art & Graphic Design
Theatre
COMMUNITY
School Calendar
Parent Resources
>
Log in to FACTS
Back-to-School
Student & Parent Handbook
Parent Opportunities
>
Parents' Association
Athletic Boosters
Friends of the Arts
Alumni
>
Alumni Reunion Weekend
Awards
Athletic Hall of Fame
>
Make a Pledge
After-School Opportunities
Summer Programs
Internship Program
Symposium
International Day
Key Contacts
Apparel
ADMISSIONS
Inquire & Tour
How to Apply
Tuition and Fees
International Student FAQs
Heard in the Halls
Meet Our Team
GIVING
Make a Gift to North Cross
North Cross Fund
Foundation Tax Credits Program
Planned Giving
Stock Gifts
Corporate Sponsors
Giving News
Meet Our Team
WHO WE ARE
Our Mission & Vision
Building Character
Diversity & Inclusion
Board of Trustees
Our Head of School: Armistead Lemon '95
Leadership Team
Campus Map
In the News
NOW@NORTHCROSS
Employment Opportunities
ACADEMICS/STUDENT LIFE
Lower School
>
Early Childhood Program
First through Third Grades
Fourth and Fifth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Middle School
>
Sixth through Eighth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Upper School
>
Ninth through Twelfth Grades
>
Global Studies Distinction
STEM Distinction
Fine Arts Distinction
Course Catalog
College Counseling
Meet Our Faculty
The Talfourd H. Kemper Library
CrossWalk for Learning Differences
>
Meet Our Faculty
STUDENT LIFE
>
Dress Code
Extracurriculars
International Students
Boarding at North Cross
ATHLETICS/ARTS
ATHLETICS
>
Athletics Calendar
Teams & Schedules
Championships & Awards
Registration & Forms
Facilities
Meet Our Athletics Staff
Alumni Athletes
In the News
ARTS
>
Band
Chorus
Studio Art & Graphic Design
Theatre
COMMUNITY
School Calendar
Parent Resources
>
Log in to FACTS
Back-to-School
Student & Parent Handbook
Parent Opportunities
>
Parents' Association
Athletic Boosters
Friends of the Arts
Alumni
>
Alumni Reunion Weekend
Awards
Athletic Hall of Fame
>
Make a Pledge
After-School Opportunities
Summer Programs
Internship Program
Symposium
International Day
Key Contacts
Apparel
ADMISSIONS
Inquire & Tour
How to Apply
Tuition and Fees
International Student FAQs
Heard in the Halls
Meet Our Team
GIVING
Make a Gift to North Cross
North Cross Fund
Foundation Tax Credits Program
Planned Giving
Stock Gifts
Corporate Sponsors
Giving News
Meet Our Team
Welcome to North Cross
Who We Are
North Cross School is an independent, nonsectarian school serving students in early childhood through 12th grade from across the Roanoke Valley, the region, and the world.
Our Mission
Our mission
is to inspire a community of intellectually curious learners to think critically, act with integrity, and lead with courage.
The North Cross Mission
Tell me more...
SPEAK UP.
All students are required to
present in front of an audience
beginning in Lower School. From reading a book report aloud in class to presenting their first PowerPoint in front of an audience, from talent shows to delivering research in front of the entire
Upper School
, speaking in public creates self-confident, articulate individuals.
SEE THE MATH.
Our
Lower School
Singapore Math
program is a curriculum that emphasizes not just the 'how' of math, but the 'why.' Using visuals that represent different quantities, students learn to see the individual parts of a problem and how each can move to manipulate equations.
BE A FRIEND.
Our campus has students from age three through nineteen. Our senior buddy program, where a senior is paired with a four-year-old in Junior Kindergarten, is just one example how we’ve maximized opportunities for students to learn from one another. On a larger scale,
we encourage students to dive into unknown territories
, take on travel, community service and outside mentorship opportunities to make the most from their student experience.
MASTER YOUR PASSION.
An Upper School student can choose one or more
concentrated courses of study
in the
Fine Arts
,
Global Studies
and/or
STEM
fields, which lead to special designation(s) on their transcript upon graduation. In the Middle School, the self-paced
No Ceilings English
program makes the most of eager readers. Students can not only find what they love, but master it.
JOIN IN.
All children should be allowed to benefit from the character building and physical activity afforded to them by
team sports
, regardless of skill level.
Lower Schoolers have P.E. daily and all Middle and Upper Schoolers may participate in team sports without tryouts—but it doesn't seem to hurt the number of championships we win. Sports not your thing? There are plenty of
other ways
to find your tribe.
GET CREATIVE.
In order to
encourage
creative expression
in our students, a wealth of opportunities exist in each division. Whether it's through studio art classes, chorus, band, theatre, or design, our students have an eye, ear, and voice for the arts.
What's in a name?
Vertical Divider
We're excited to share our story with you.
North Cross School is named after one of its founders, Margaret "Billy" Northcross Ellis.
Vertical Divider
Explore this site and discover some of the unique qualities that help our students become truly exceptional people. However, the only way you can truly experience our dedicated faculty, innovative curricula, and warm environment is to visit. We encourage you to call or email us to set up an appointment with our Admission team, or fill out an
inquiry
and we'll get in touch with you.
Matthew Gilliland, Director of Enrollment and Strategic Initiatives
[email protected]
(540) 989-6641
contact the it help desk
Vertical Divider
INQUIRE
APPLY
VISIT
4254 Colonial Avenue
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
(540) 989-6641 • (540) 989-7299 (FAX)
HOURS: M-F; 8AM-4PM
North Cross School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school founded in 1944 and governed by a volunteer
Board of Trustees
.
All contact information listed on this website is for official North Cross School business only. North Cross School does not accept unsolicited advertisements sent to school email addresses, phone numbers, or fax numbers listed on this site.
North Cross School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status in the administration of its educational, admission, financial aid or employment policies, or any other programs administered by the School.
Accreditation
North Cross is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. North Cross School's Junior Kindergarten is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, which is recognized by the Board of Education pursuant to §22.1-19 of the Code of Virginia that authorizes the Virginia Council for Private Education to accredit private nursery, preschool, elementary, and secondary schools in Virginia
.
Memberships
North Cross is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling, the Enrollment Management Association, One Schoolhouse and The Association for Academic Leaders, and The Cum Laude Society.
Privacy Policy
North Cross Shanghai
Faculty and Staff Links
MEDIA INQUIRIES
STUDENT RECORDS
Employment Opportunities
WHO WE ARE
Our Mission & Vision
Building Character
Diversity & Inclusion
Board of Trustees
Our Head of School: Armistead Lemon '95
Leadership Team
Campus Map
In the News
NOW@NORTHCROSS
Employment Opportunities
ACADEMICS/STUDENT LIFE
Lower School
>
Early Childhood Program
First through Third Grades
Fourth and Fifth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Middle School
>
Sixth through Eighth Grades
Meet Our Faculty
Upper School
>
Ninth through Twelfth Grades
>
Global Studies Distinction
STEM Distinction
Fine Arts Distinction
Course Catalog
College Counseling
Meet Our Faculty
The Talfourd H. Kemper Library
CrossWalk for Learning Differences
>
Meet Our Faculty
STUDENT LIFE
>
Dress Code
Extracurriculars
International Students
Boarding at North Cross
ATHLETICS/ARTS
ATHLETICS
>
Athletics Calendar
Teams & Schedules
Championships & Awards
Registration & Forms
Facilities
Meet Our Athletics Staff
Alumni Athletes
In the News
ARTS
>
Band
Chorus
Studio Art & Graphic Design
Theatre
COMMUNITY
School Calendar
Parent Resources
>
Log in to FACTS
Back-to-School
Student & Parent Handbook
Parent Opportunities
>
Parents' Association
Athletic Boosters
Friends of the Arts
Alumni
>
Alumni Reunion Weekend
Awards
Athletic Hall of Fame
>
Make a Pledge
After-School Opportunities
Summer Programs
Internship Program
Symposium
International Day
Key Contacts
Apparel
ADMISSIONS
Inquire & Tour
How to Apply
Tuition and Fees
International Student FAQs
Heard in the Halls
Meet Our Team
GIVING
Make a Gift to North Cross
North Cross Fund
Foundation Tax Credits Program
Planned Giving
Stock Gifts
Corporate Sponsors
Giving News
Meet Our Team