SMS on the River
Discover Your Potential.
The experienced FSMS faculty will help students identify their strengths, overcome fears, and achieve their full potential.
Foundation for St. Margaret’s School Programs
At FSMS, we offer SAT preparation and personalized tutoring to help students reach their college goals. We provide music and vocal lessons that nurture the artistic talents thriving within our school community. These programs keep the St. Margaret’s spirit alive as we build our microschool and support community because education and the arts, much like the river flowing past our campus, never stop moving forward.
Special Program Information
Dedicated faculty and administrators from our original school lead programs that continue the educational mission of St. Margaret’s and supports community and the students of the microschool.
Piano & Voice Lessons
Jamie Barrack, Director
Private music lessons in piano and voice promote quicker and more personalized progress by focusing on the individual needs and challenges of each student. Flexible scheduling is available for students aged eight and older, from beginners to advanced levels, on Mondays and Wednesdays. All students not enrolled in St. Margaret’s School aged 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Foundation classes are presented through the Rappahannock Academy of Music.
COSTS:
• 30 minute lesson: $35.00
• 45 minute lesson: $50.00
• 60 minute lesson: $65.00
Family discounts are available.
AVAILABLE LESSON TIME SLOTS: Mondays & Wednesdays
LOCATION: The Phillips House, 625 South Water Lane, Tappahannock, Virginia 22560
REQUIRED RESOURCES:
• Students are responsible for purchasing individual lesson books, sheet music, and any other resources needed.
• Lesson books and/or sheet music will be determined based on the skill level of each individual student.
• Most resources are available on amazon.com or musicnotes.com.
SAT Prep & Tutoring
Flexible Scheduling
The experienced faculty at the Foundation of St. Margaret’s School offers SAT prep and personalized college-readiness tutoring. They provide tailored study plans and focused instruction that address individual weaknesses, along with strategies to build confidence and improve test-taking skills. This approach boosts confidence, enhances abilities, and fosters essential skills like disciplined learning and resilience for future academic success.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
• Focus on reading, writing, and test-taking strategies.
• Small-group instruction for personalized support.
• Light math orientation, with independent practice resources provided.
SCHEDULE: Evening hours are available with flexible scheduling options to accommodate students’ needs. This program helps students prepare for the upcoming SAT and build tools for better study habits.
LOCATION: The Phillips House, 625 South Water Lane, Tappahannock, Virginia 22560
COST: Please inquire about your specific needs. Cost varies.