The Loomis Chaffee School

Genuine Admissions Podcast

Education EN ↓ 14 episodes

Welcome to the Genuine Admissions podcast, featuring Amy Thompson, Dean of Enrollment at The Loomis Chaffee School in Windsor, Connecticut. Amy's experience in admissions at independent schools and colleges as well as her years as a director of college guidance, give her a unique understanding of the admission process. Her goal with Genuine Admissions is “to provide some insight, guidance, and a healthy dose of perspective as families navigate the next step on their educational journey.”

Author

The Loomis Chaffee School

Category

Education

Podcast website

fast.wistia.net

Latest episode

Sep 25, 2025

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Episodes

Innovation and Creativity in the Pearse Hub for Innovation 25.09.2025
The Power of Writing at Loomis Chaffee 25.09.2025
Exploring the Island — A Conversation with Jody Reilly Soja 11.03.2025

In the latest episode Amy Thompson talks with Jody Reilly Soja, the new head of school, about her journey to Loomis Chaffee, the importance of community engagement, the strategic planning process, and how she is working to honor the school's founding values while adapting to modern challenges.

Boarding at Loomis: Girls' Perspectives 07.03.2025

In this episode, Sydney, Kelly, and Anna discuss the sense of community and support they found in their boarding school environment — highlighting the importance of friendships and activities that foster bonding while reflecting on the challenges of homesickness and the transition to upperclass dorms.

Boarding at Loomis: Boys’ Perspectives 07.03.2025
Building Strong Foundations — Math at Loomis Chaffee 02.01.2025
Residential Life at Loomis Chaffee 11.10.2024
Exploring the Past and Present: History, Philosophy, and Religious Studies 02.04.2024
The Post-Grad Experience 05.12.2023
“The Importance of Original Ideas” — Loomis Chaffee’s English Department 31.10.2023
An Inside Look at Loomis Chaffee’s Science Program 29.09.2023
What Makes Loomis, Loomis? 06.09.2023
A Conversation with Parents of Day Students 26.07.2023
A Conversation with Parents of Boarding Students 27.03.2023

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