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IVY LEAGUE SCHOOL
PARTNER OF THE LONG ISLAND ELITE NATIONAL TEAM PROGRAM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC K-8TH GRADE, IN SMITHTOWN, NY
Every year many of our Long Island Elite National Team players from K-8th grade attend Ivy League School in Smithtown! Jennifer Gutkes works with Ivy League on behalf of our student athletes and can answer any questions you may have!
Ivy League Middle
School
Where Academic Excellence Meets Athletic Ambition
Smithtown, NY | Grades 5–8 | Accredited Private School
Academic Rigor. Personal Attention. Balanced Excellence.
At Ivy League Middle School, we empower
student athletes to pursue their goals with confidence. Our flexible, individualized learning environment supports the unique schedule and discipline of competitive athletes—especially those preparing for elite football programs.
Why Football Families Choose Ivy League:
Flexible Scheduling
for Training & Competition
The Ivy League Professional Academy allows student athletes to meet practice, travel, or competition demands without sacrificing academics.
Remote
access to assignments and teacher check-ins ensure continuity and support.
Individualized Academics & Elite
Faculty
Small class sizes (10:1 ratio) mean targeted instruction and responsive support.
Our faculty designs personalized learning plans that respect the rigor of both schoolwork and athletic training.
Real-World, Goal-Oriented Curriculum
Project-based
learning sharpens critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving—vital for future leaders on and off the field.
Athletics-Infused Culture
Daily physical education reinforces strength, agility, and endurance.
Students are encouraged to integrate nutrition, strategy, and recovery principles into their routines.
Teamwork, Discipline, and
Leadership
A culture that mirrors the discipline of competitive sports: respect, resilience, accountability.
Students develop a strong moral compass and mental toughness, key traits for
high-level athletes.
Supportive, Safe, & Values-Driven
Ivy League offers a tight-knit, inclusive community that encourages positive peer influence and focus—ideal for young athletes balancing social and competitive demands.