General

IS THERE A DRESS CODE?

Park School does not have a formal dress code. Students wear clothes that are comfortable and appropriately respectful of a learning environment. Casual clothes (t-shirts, shirts, sweaters, jeans) and a range of footwear (sneakers, sandals, etc.) are all acceptable.

HOW MANY CLASSES ARE AT EACH GRADE LEVEL?

There is one First-Year Kindergarten class and two Second-Year Kindergarten classes. On average, there are four classes at each grade level in Grades 1-5.

WHAT SPECIAL SUBJECT AREA CLASSES ARE OFFERED?

Each week Kindergarteners have two Spanish, one library, one or two physical education, and two music classes.
Students in Grades 1-5 have three Spanish, two music, one extended art, two library, and three physical education classes. Most classes use the Technology Room several times a week to build computer skills. In addition, all Lower School students meet weekly for an assembly in the theater.

MY CHILD HASN’T TAKEN SPANISH BEFORE. WILL THAT BE A PROBLEM?

Generally, students entering Kindergarten through Grade 3 make the transition with little difficulty. Students entering Grades 4 and 5 with prior language learning experience also usually transition well. Students with no prior modern language learning will meet individually, at least once a week, with an Upper School student proficient in Spanish. Beyond this experience, there are additional possibilities for support. We will assess each student’s progress and work with families to ensure the best possible transition.

What will my child’s day look like?
Daily schedules vary by grade level and are designed to meet the developmental needs of our students. We aim to minimize the number of transitions and maximize blocks of classroom time. View sample grade level schedules (PDF document).

How much homework will my child have?
Our rule of thumb is to multiply the grade level by 10 minutes. For example, a third grader will have an average of 30 minutes of homework each day, in addition to reading. Park students read nightly for at least 20-30 minutes. Homework may include reviewing or practicing something learned that day, preparing and planning for a next day’s project, and playing a math game with a family member.

What about instrumental music?
Students in Grades 4 and 5 learn the recorder in their weekly music classes. Park also has an optional Instrumental Music Program.

How will I know how my child is doing? Are there parent conferences?
Three times a year, in November, March, and June, families receive an in-depth report written by the classroom teacher that documents experiences and progress. Special area teachers report twice a year, in January and June. Parent conferences are scheduled in November and March, but additional conferences may be scheduled at the request of either parents or the school.
In addition, the Educators Research Bureau (ERB) standardized tests are administered each year, beginning in Grade 3. Results are sent home, and families may meet with our Learning Resource Teacher should they have questions.
Kindergarten and Grade 1 teachers write weekly newsletters. Teachers of older students write newsletters periodically. Parents are always welcome to contact teachers for more information.

Are there opportunities for cross-grade level or cross-divisional connections?
Yes, there are many experiences designed to bring students of different ages together, such as: kindergarteners meet weekly with fourth grade partners; first graders meet weekly with fifth grade partners; and Upper School students are trained as writing and math tutors, and assist students at all grade levels.
On a community service day in November, the entire school community participates in cross divisional activities both on and off campus.
Our Partners at Park program pairs Lower School students of color with Middle or Upper School buddies.

What role can parents play in classrooms?
There are many ways and opportunities for parents to be involved. Parent volunteers often assist in Lower School classrooms and chaperone on class trips. For more information about getting involved as a parent, visit the Parents’ Association online.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

How does Park help students from other schools with their transition to Middle School?
Each new student is assigned a student buddy shortly after enrolling. They communicate over the summer and participate in the New Student Orientation together at the start of the school year. During their first semester, new students discuss their transition and identify/resolve concerns in a weekly class facilitated by one of the school counselors and an Associate Director of Admission.

How does the school communicate with families?
Our all school newsletter, Park News is e-mailed to parents twice a month. Teachers will contact parents via e-mail, phone, and notes. Advisors hold conferences with parents twice a year to discuss academic progress.

What kind of advising, counseling, and academic support services are offered?
Middle School students are organized into groups called Houses. Each House, consisting of 8-10 students, is under the guidance of a faculty member who serves as a personal advisor to each student in that House. That faculty member is responsible for overseeing each student’s overall progress for all three years of Middle School. Students meet in their Houses three days a week. During House, announcements are read, groups discuss current issues and celebrate accomplishments. In addition, there are two Guidance Counselors and a Learning Specialist who are available to all Middle School students.

How does the school measure individual achievement and progress? Are there letter grades?
Students receive written feedback on all assignments and are assessed regularly through tests and quizzes. Teachers and advisors hold individual conferences with students to discuss their achievement and progress. Students also receive quarterly reports from each teacher that contain a course description, performance checklist, and comprehensive comments. While these reports do not include letter grades, they do provide a thorough picture of the nature of the class and the student’s level of accomplishment and progress.

Are students in the Middle School tracked by ability?
In order to ensure appropriate pacing, students are grouped by ability in mathematics. The placement is based on prior performance and/or placements tests in this subject area. To ensure each student is consistently and appropriately challenged, adjustments are made as needed. Students are grouped heterogeneously in all other classes.

What kind of co-curricular activities are offered? Are they required?
There are many co-curricular clubs and activities offered in Middle School, including String Ensemble, Chorus, Newspaper, Gay-Straight Alliance, Sustainability Club, and Community Service. Many students also participate in interscholastic sports. The only required Middle School activity is Appalachian Challenge.

Is there an after-school program for Middle School students?
Yes. Middle School students who remain beyond school hours are required to report to the after-school program where they may participate in activities, do homework, or just relax with friends in the Middle School Commons until 6 pm. There is no additonal cost for this program.
How much homework do students have?
The amount of time spent completing homework each night varies according to individual study styles. On average students will complete 1.5-2 hours of homework each day. This, of course, does not include long-term projects and reading assignments.

UPPER SCHOOL

How is the progressive philosophy incorporated into the Upper School program?
The program includes both required courses and a broad range of electives, advanced courses, independent study options, and a special Senior Projects program, yet it is the approach to teaching that makes our program progressive. Our approach, at all grade levels, is based on the notion that education extends beyond mastery of academic skills to a larger purpose of enabling students to participate effectively in and to take responsibility for their learning. By ensuring that learning is an active and interactive process, meaningful to the students’ experiences, we are able to build an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect where students and teachers learn from each other through discussion and collaboration. In essence, the program is academically rigorous, yet balanced as it develops creative, independent thinkers who learn how to think, not what to think.

Does Park’s Upper School curriculum place special emphasis on a particular program or discipline?
Park offers a strong, balanced, college preparatory curriculum. We are not a magnet school and do not place special emphasis on any particular discipline. We require students to take courses across the academic disciplines, the arts, and physical education. Because we believe that students can benefit from incorporating their passions into the learning process, opportunities for independent studies and Senior Projects are also a vital part of the curriculum.
Are students tracked or grouped in classes according to academic ability?
While the Upper School does not practice tracking in the traditional sense, we do group students by ability in mathematics and modern language. In these areas, students are placed in classes that are appropriately challenging based upon information from placement tests and prior performance in these subjects. Grouping by academic ability in mathematics and modern language enables students to build skills and understanding at an appropriate pace. Our system allows students to make adjustments in their placement level as they demonstrate increased proficiency. Students are grouped heterogenously in English, history, and science classes.

Are AP classes offered?
Upper level and advanced courses are offered in every academic discipline-it is impossible for a student to outgrow our academic program. Each discipline offers advanced or accelerated courses. The advanced and accelerated curricula provide breadth and depth beyond the traditional College Board AP courses. In every case, students taking the most advanced classes within a discipline are well prepared for the AP exam should they choose to take it.
Below is a list of Advanced Placement exams taken by our students in 2011.

• Calc AB
• Calc BC
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• English Language
• English Literature
• European History
• French Language
• Spanish Language
• U.S. Government & Politics
• U.S. History
• World History

What is the daily academic schedule?
The academic day in the Upper School runs on a block schedule. Students take six academic classes, three per day, that meet for 90 minutes each on an alternating schedule. Academic classes are interspersed with time for co-curricular activities, division-wide assemblies, advisory and teacher meetings, independent time, and lunch.

How early can students arrive and how late can they stay?
The academic day begins at 8:30 am and ends at 3 pm. Physical education activities-interscholastic sports and PE electives-take place after school from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm or 5:15 pm, depending upon the activity. Upper School students may arrive at school as early as 7:30 am. Students may remain on campus to use the facilities, meet with teachers, work on group projects, or participate in other activities until 6 pm.

What types of clubs and co-curricular activities are available?
Over 90 different clubs and activities are offered to students during the weekday activities blocks. The activities range from academic to service-oriented as well as numerous clubs related to the arts, athletics, and outdoor education. Clubs and activities are open to all students in grades 9-12, and active participation in two or more is strongly encouraged.

What is the typical homework load?
The amount of time spent completing homework each night varies greatly according to individual study styles. However, on average, students may expect approximately two to three hours of homework each day. This does not include preparation for long-term projects and reading assignments.

What is the structure for counseling and advising?
All students in the Upper School have a faculty advisor with whom they meet regularly in both formal and informal settings. The faculty advisor provides general academic and social guidance throughout the year. The Upper School staff also includes a Dean of Students, two Guidance Counselors, a Learning Specialist, and two College Counselors who each play a vital role in supporting students during their Upper School years.

What does the school do to facilitate the transition of new students?
Shortly after enrolling, new students are assigned a current student as a buddy. They meet at a spring social event and maintain communication over the summer. At the start of the school year, new students and their buddies attend an orientation program together. All freshmen, both new to Park and returning students, participate in a transition program that takes place during the first six weeks of school.

Visit Questions

LOWER SCHOOL GRADES K-1

Parent Visits
Schedule Parent Visits early to allow flexibility for Student Visits. Call 410-339-4130 or email admission@parkschool.net. Please give 48 hours notice should you need to cancel your appointment.

• Parent Visits (required): mid-September through early January.
• Tours: Small group tours are offered by appointment from 9-10:30 am, mid-September through mid-January. A limited number of individual tours can be scheduled immediately following a morning interview.

  Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday	9-10:30 am	Small group classroom tour
  Monday-Friday	11-11:45 am 1-1:45pm	Parent interview only Parent interview only
  Tuesday & Friday	9-10:30 am	Parent interview with classroom tour
  Thursday	5-5:45 pm	Parent interview only

Student Visits

• Children spend two hours in a small Group Observation Visit on a Saturday during December or January. Parent(s) must schedule this visit after submitting the application. Call 410-339-4130 or email admission@parkschool.net. Please give us 48 hours notice should you need to cancel your appointment.

LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 2-5

What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes. You may be involved with floor work or going with your class to recess or physical education.

What should I bring?
Bring a lunch including a drink and a healthy snack. Also, bring along a book that you are currently reading or have just finished and loved.

Where do I go when I get to Park?
Come right to the Admission Office by 8:15 am, where an admission staff member will meet you and take you to your class.

What happens next?
You’ll have a little tour of the school on the way to your classroom. When you get there, you can expect your classmates to be pretty excited to meet you-Park students love having visitors. You’ll meet your teacher, who will introduce you to your special buddy. You’ll become a fast member of the group, participating in all the day’s activities.

What are the activities?
Every classroom’s schedule is different, so it is impossible to predict exactly what you will be doing. But, with your teacher, you will definitely have some time to read the book you brought along-or you may find one in the classroom you’d like to try. You may do some writing and some math. You may leave your classroom to attend music, art, library, computer, or physical education with the class.

Are Park’s classrooms very different from mine?
It’s possible. It might look different. Our students sit at tables, not individual desks, so they can solve really interesting problems or work on projects together. It might feel different. Because our classes are small, around 15 students, and because students stay with one teacher for most of the day, our teachers really get to know their students well. Park students are curious and excited about their learning. You should expect some quiet, independent work times too. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your visit.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

What will my day be like?
The bulk of your day will be spent with your student host participating in classes (or just observing if you prefer). You will also speak with a few faculty members, enjoy a great lunch on us, and give us a sample of your writing.

What should I wear?
Park School does not have a formal dress code. Student visitors should wear clothes that are comfortable and appropriately respectful of a learning environment. Casual clothes (t-shirts, shirts, sweaters, jeans, slacks, or skirts) and a range of footwear (sneakers, sandals, etc.) are all acceptable.

What should I bring?
You may want to bring extra money to buy a drink or snack during break. We also encourage you to bring a leisure book in case one of the classes you visit is taking a quiz. We will provide you with note paper, a folder and a pencil. We will also provide lunch; therefore, it is not necessary to bring a lunch unless you follow a special diet.

Will I participate in P.E. classes?
If you have been paired with a student whose schedule includes P.E., you may join your buddy for gym class. Parents will be asked to sign a waiver at the time of drop-off and alert us to any special circumstances.

What is the purpose of this visit/will I be observed?
Primarily your visit day is for you to experience our school and to help you determine if Park is the place for you. You should expect that students and faculty will be interested in getting to know you, and at some point you will sit down with a faculty member for an informal interview.

Will I have to take an entrance exam?
Yes, but not during your visit day. We will provide you with a registration form for the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) that you will take at another time.

What time should I arrive/what time does the day end?
You should arrive by 8:15 am. That will give you time to meet your host and make your way to the middle school before classes begin at 8:30. Your visit day will end after your writing sample at about 3:30 pm.

What grade will I be visiting?
Applicants to 6th grade will visit 6th grade classes. Visits to fifth grade may be scheduled after receipt of application.
Applicants to 7th and 8th grades will visit classes with their current grade level peers.

Who will be my host/can my friend be my host?
We’ll try to match you with a host with similar interests. If you have a friend who attends Park, we will try to match you with him/her provided he/she is in the appropriate grade for your visit (see previous question).

UPPER SCHOOL

What should I wear?
Park School does not have a formal dress code. Student visitors should wear clothes that are comfortable and appropriately respectful of a learning environment. Casual clothes (t-shirts, shirts, sweaters, jeans, slacks, or skirts) and a range of footwear (sneakers, sandals, etc.) are all acceptable.

What should I bring?
You may want to bring extra money to buy a drink or snack during break. We also encourage you to bring a leisure book in case one of the classes you visit is taking a quiz. We will provide you with note paper, a folder and a pencil. We will also provide lunch, therefore it is not necessary to bring a lunch unless you follow a special diet.

What time should I arrive for my visit?
All student visitors should check in at the Admission Office by 8:15 a.m. on the day of the visit. At that time you will meet your host, receive your schedule and be ready to start your day which begins at 8:30 a.m.

What will take place during my visit?
During a visit to the Upper School, you will attend two academic classes with your student buddy. You will also accompany your buddy to other school activities such as class meeting, assembly, advisory, club meetings, or workshops depending upon the day. In addition, you will have an opportunity to meet with members of the admission department and faculty, complete a writing exercise, and take a tour of the campus. During your visit to Park, you are a part of our community and we welcome your questions and encourage your full participation in all of the offerings throughout the day.

What grade will I visit?
Students applying to grade 9 will be paired with a freshman “buddy” and attend primarily 9th grade classes. Students applying to grades 10 through 12 will be paired with a “buddy” in their current grade.

Does the visit involve any tests or exams?
No, you will not be asked to complete any formal test or examination. Should you decide to apply to Park, you will need to sit for the Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE) at a separate time. On the day of your student visit, the only formal assessment will be in the form of a writing exercise where you will respond to a writing prompt. There is no need to prepare ahead of time for the writing exercise.

Does the visit involve an “interview”?
Yes, you will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a faculty member and a member of the admission staff to chat about your interests, activities, and goals for your high school experience. During these informal interviews, we encourage you to ask lots of questions so that you are armed with lots of information about Park to share with your family. Remember, your visit day is designed for you to learn more about Park School and help you determine if Park is the right school for you.

What time does the day end?
Students visiting Park for a “Shadow Day” should plan for a 3:30 pm dismissal time. Although the academic day at Park ends at 3:00 pm, the Student Visit includes a small group tour at the end of the day which is an important aspect of the visit experience. All visitors are expected to participate, and can be picked up at the end of the tour from the Admission Office.

I have a friend who attends Park can he/she be my host?
If your friend is in the appropriate grade for your visit, all efforts will be made to pair you together for your visit. Keep in mind, however, that if your friend’s schedule does not accommodate the needs of your visit, you may be paired with another host. We hope that you will take this as an opportunity to hear from new voices and learn about different Park School student perspectives.

Should I prepare for my visit in any way?
For the Upper School visit, we require that you submit a preliminary application form to the Admission Office two weeks prior to your visit. This is a non-binding information sheet that enables our office to prepare a visit that will best fit your interests and needs. Beyond submitting the preliminary application, there is nothing to do except arrive ready to spend an exciting day as a Park School student!

Apply Questions

GRADES 2-5 TESTING FAQS

What time should we arrive? Where should we go?
Plan to arrive by 8:30 am. We will greet you in the main lobby.

What tests will my child take?
We will assess your child in three areas: writing, school ability, and school achievement.
First your child will be asked to respond to a writing prompt. Next your child will take the Otis-Lennon School Ability Test. It is designed to measure those verbal, quantitative, and figural reasoning skills that are most closely related to scholastic achievement. Your child will be asked to detect similarities and differences, solve analogies and matrixes, classify, and determine sequence.
Finally your child will take two subtests of the Stanford Achievement Test: Reading Comprehension and Mathematics Procedures.

How should I prepare my child for the testing?
Make sure your child has a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast. Remind your child to listen to the adult in the room and to do his or her very best.

Who will administer the tests? Where will they be given?
An experienced professional will work with your child along with a few other children. We keep our groups small, use appropriate grade level classrooms, give the children as many breaks as they need, and provide a snack (Please alert us to any food allergies!).

When will the testing be over? What time should I pick up my child?
Because we give the children several breaks and because children work at different paces, it is difficult to predict exactly when each group will finish. A good time to return would be noon, but be prepared to wait-we have gone as long as 12:30 p.m. in the past.

Will I be sent the results?
We do not mail the results as these assessments are used for admission purposes only. If you wish, you may call the Admission Office to after February 15 to receive a summary by phone.

The Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE) is administered at Park on Saturday, November 19, 2011 and Saturday, January 7, 2012 from 8:15 am-1:00 pm. Include our school code, 210812, on the ISEE registration form to have test results sent directly to Park School. To register or find additional test sites and dates, visit www.iseetest.org or call 1-800-446-0320.

Financial Assistance Questions

If we pay full tuition initially, can we apply for financial assistance in subsequent years?
It is important for you to understand that our expectation is that families paying full tuition will continue to maintain that level of contribution in future years. Having stated that, we of course understand that families’ circumstances can change. Therefore, you may at any time apply for financial assistance. But unless there has been significant unanticipated change in your family’s circumstances, it is unlikely that we will be able to meet your needs.
How is family contribution determined?
Financial need is defined most simply as the difference between Park’s tuition and what a family can reasonably contribute. To be consistent, objective, and equitable, Park, like most independent schools, relies on the needs analysis of the School and Student Services for Financial Aid (SSS) in Princeton, New Jersey. SSS takes many factors into account when estimating a family’s financial contribution. The most significant of these is family income, but others include:

• Assets (investments, home equity, automobile, etc.)
• Family size
• Number of children attending tuition-charging institutions
• Age of parents
• Current debt (credit cards, mortgages, other loans, etc.)

After an allowance for basic living expenses and taxes, the remaining funds are considered discretionary income, a portion of which is available for education.
Recognizing that other factors not evaluated by SSS may influence the amount of discretionary income available for education, we require that additional information be submitted directly to Park as part of the financial assistance application. Therefore, Park’s calculated parental contribution may differ from the SSS calculation. For example, Park will add a full-time income for a parent able but not currently working, and will disallow losses attributable to second homes, investment properties, hobby businesses, and certain types of depreciation. On the other hand, Park may allow certain expenses that are disallowed in the SSS calculation. We recognize that numbers on paper do not always paint an accurate financial picture. If you believe that is the case, we encourage you to meet with the Director of Financial Assistance to explain your financial situation more fully. Call the Admission Office at 410-339-4130 to schedule an appointment.
Should we apply for financial assistance?
Few families find it easy to pay independent school expenses. Most adjust their spending priorities, maximize parents’ earnings, and carefully manage assets to do so. There is no specific income level at which a family no longer qualifies for financial assistance. As a broad guide, last year, awards were granted to families with incomes ranging from zero to $160,000. These families had from one to four children in tuition-charging institutions. Although we would like to provide firm guidelines to help you decide whether or not to apply for assistance, we have found that each family’s combination of circumstances is unique. The most helpful guideline comes from your own knowledge of your family’s finances. A good rule of thumb is, if in doubt, apply.
What will my family’s contribution be?
Given the many variables that affect an award decision, it is impossible to accurately predict a family’s contribution based solely on family income. Individual student awards granted by Park during the 2010-2011 school year ranged from $2,250 to full tuition plus support for supplemental expenses.
Does financial assistance cover other school expenses?
In most cases, no. However, some families may be eligible for supplemental funding that supports fees, books, transportation, and after-school childcare. If you believe such assistance will be necessary to enable your child to attend Park, please contact the Admission Office at 410-339-4130.
All families receiving financial assistance are eligible for assistance for school trips. Specific information accompanies all school trip permission forms.
Will support continue in future years?
If your circumstances do not change, you can expect to maintain your contribution. Each year we do ask all families receiving assistance to reapply because a family’s circumstances can change.
What about separated, divorced, or never-married parents?
Park considers the income and assets of any adult who plays a significant role in a student’s life. All adults (mothers, fathers, step-parents, guardians, etc.) are required to submit all forms both to SSS and to Park.
Will my application for financial assistance affect my child’s chances for admission?
No. Park maintains a need-blind admissions policy; that is, students are admitted on the basis of individual merit, not on the basis of ability to pay.
When will I be notified about whether or not my child will receive financial assistance? If accepted, is my child guaranteed financial support?
Notification for families new to Park is included with acceptance letters and enrollment contracts. You will know immediately whether your child will or will not receive funding. In spite of our well-funded program, requests for financial assistance always exceed our financial capacity, so the answer to the second question is, unfortunately, no. When making decisions, we consider the needs of currently enrolled students, the school’s enrollment goals at specific grade levels, and the distribution of funds across the grades.
Every year students who qualify for assistance are accepted to Park, but without funding. We are able to place a limited number of these students in our financial assistance waiting pool. You will receive this information with your enrollment contract if that is the case. It is not unusual for additional funding to become available over the course of the spring and summer, and that funding is directed to those in the waiting pool.
Returning students are notified of funding upon the Admission Office’s receipt of all required documents by April 15.
Can we appeal the award if, after we review the financial assistance offered, we still find we cannot pay tuition?
Yes. In some cases we find that families have not included financial information that would have led to a higher level of support, and we are able to increase the grant. In other cases, the additional information does not result in a change. Many find it worthwhile to meet with the Director of Financial Assistance to discuss their particular situation and the school’s policies and procedures.



Who receives financial assistance?
Decisions about financial assistance are determined by availability of funds and
institutional needs. Currently enrolled students receive the majority of the funds,
however a portion of the budget is reserved for new students.
Should we apply for financial assistance?
Few families find it easy to pay independent school tuition. There is no specific
income level at which a family no longer qualifies for financial assistance.
Although we would like to provide firm guidelines to help you decide whether
or not to apply for assistance, we have found that each family’s combination
of circumstances is unique. The most helpful guideline comes from your own
knowledge of your family’s finances. A good rule of thumb is, if in doubt, apply.
If we pay full tuition initially, can we apply for financial assistance
in subsequent years?
Our expectation is that families paying full tuition will continue
to do so in future years. We of course understand that families’ circumstances can
change. Therefore, you may apply for financial assistance at anytime if there is
a significant, unanticipated change in your family’s circumstances.

Please note: Families interested in Kindergarten who require financial
assistance must wait to apply for admission to Grade 1 when we will be able
to consider the request.
What will my family’s contribution be?
Given the many variables that affect an award decision, it is impossible to
accurately predict a family’s contribution based solely on family income. Individual
student awards granted by Park during the 2011 – 2012 school year ranged from
$1,500 to full tuition.
Does financial assistance cover other school expenses?
In most cases the answer is no. However, some families may be eligible for
supplemental funding that supports fees, books, transportation, and after-school
childcare. All families receiving financial assistance are eligible for assistance for
school trips.
Will support continue in future years?
If your circumstances do not change significantly, you can expect your
contribution to remain about the same from year to year. Priority for financial
assistance goes to returning students who currently receive grants. However,
each year we do ask all families receiving assistance to reapply because a family’s
circumstances can change.
What about separated, divorced, or never-married parents?
Park considers the income and assets of any adult who plays a significant role
in a student’s life. All adults (mothers, fathers, step-parents, guardians, etc.) are
required to submit all forms to SSS.
Will my application for financial assistance affect my child’s
chances for admission?
No. Students are admitted on the basis of individual merit, not on the basis of
ability to pay.