High School Night a Big Success!

Earlier this evening, representatives of 34 secondary schools (independent, public magnet, and boarding) set up tables in the Middle School Gym to speak with our 7th and 8th graders and their parents. Known as "High School Night," this event has grown by leaps and bounds over the past 5 years. In the first year, 10 to 12 schools came, and tonight, we actually had to turn away some interested high schools due to space considerations. We have graduated six classes of 8th graders. In all six years, the students have matriculated to 10 or more different schools. Moreover, the overall six-year rate of students being accepted into their first-choice school is 93%, highlighted by last year's 98% first-choice placement rate. One of the big benefits of attending a pre-K through 8th grade school is having the opportunity to choose a secondary school that is the right fit for the student. This selection is being made just a few months before high school begins rather than years prior. Many thanks to the high school representatives for their time, materials, and wisdom!