For over a decade, at the end of summer, we've gathered together a diverse group of independent school directors to talk about their schools' plans and admissions process for the coming admission season, enabling families to meet with numerous schools in one venue and get a head start on their applications. Kindergarten is the largest entry point for private schools and one of only two times students can gain admission to Hunter.
This year, our 12th Annual Kindergarten Admissions Panel and School Fair will once again be virtual via Zoom and happens on Tuesday & Wednesday, August 30-31. Everyone with a four year-old who would like to apply to kindergarten for the 2023/2024 school year should attend this event.
The fair begins with the virtual Kindergarten Admissions Panel Discussion on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 10:00am EST followed by individual school sessions each half hour from 11:30am on Tuesday, to the end of the day on Wednesday.
A list of participating schools is below. Click through to our school profile pages chock full of information about each school including what to expect during this year's admission process. This is an awesome resource for doing your research before and after attending the fair.
Both the fair and panel discussion are free for families to attend but you must register ahead of time. Click here to register today!
Independent Schools are private schools each having an ‘independent’ philosophy and unique mission that are managed by a board of governors or trustees. They can be co-ed or single-sex, day schools or boarding schools, religious or not religiously affiliated.
Each school has it’s own COVID-19 xanax safety and vaccination policy so be sure to check what your specific schools policy is.
Not all independent schools are ISAAGNY members so be sure to check each school’s affiliation when applying. Applying to an independent school is a multi-step process that involves completing written or online applications, screening tests, school tours, parent and/or child meetings/interviews and financial documentation (if requesting financial assistance). For safety reasons, most schools have instituted a virtual application process during the pandemic.
New York Catholic schools are all privately managed by the Archdiocese of New York (ADNY), the Diocese of Brooklyn or the Diocese of Rockville Centre. The Diocese of Brooklyn oversees Catholic schools in Brooklyn and Queens, The Diocese of Rockville Center oversees Long Island schools, and the New York Archdiocese oversees Catholic schools in the rest of New York ambien and surrounding regions.
Registration for the 2021 Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS) for 2022 is now open. Students in the eighth grade during the 2021-2022 school year who wish to apply for fall 2022 admission into Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of antabuse New York, Brooklyn/Queens and Rockville Centre are eligible. This year, the TACHS exam will be administered as an online, remote, at-home test.
Let's talk back-to-school! The following is a summary of important updates pertaining to NYC public schools for the upcoming school year. For all official information related to NYC public schools please consult the Department of Education’s website
This past May, at the end of the 2020-2021 school year, Mayor DeBlasio and Chancellor Porter announced that, after a school year where more than 60% of NYC students learned remotely, schools would return to in-person learning for all students in September with no remote option.
The Mayor’s announcement was short on details of how the transition back to full-time, in-person learning will happen but he soon announced a new program, Summer Rising, for all kids (K-12) who want to participate. Summer Rising aims to help remediate some of the learning loss that happened throughout the school year and to prepare students for their return to in-school learning in the fall.
Families with children born in 2016, 2017, and 2018 who need a 3-K, Pre-K or kindergarten program are invited to join virtual information sessions happening throughout the summer to learn about applicable programs.
The deadline to register for the summer SHSAT and LaGuardia High School audition is August 6th. This year’s test is open to both newcomers to the the city and to rising 9th and 10th-graders who were unable to take the exam and/or audition during the school year because of COVID-19. See Inside School’s SHSAT guide for full details.
Hunter College High School will send admission decisions for this year's entering 7th grade class starting Friday, July 30th and throughout the following week.
NYC mandates COVID vaccines for "high risk" sports. Vaccinations will be required for high school athletes and their coaches in football, basketball, volleyball, lacrosse, wrestling, competitive cheerleading, and rugby. Vaccination will also be required for bowling, since it takes place indoors.
School officials announced a COVID safety plan for NYC Schools detailing protocols for testing, quarantining, masking, and vaccines.
Applications for admission to Hunter College Elementary School for kindergarten in September 2022 are available as of Tuesday, September 14, 2021. Kindergarten is the only entry point to Hunter Elementary School and, this year, applications are available to families in all 5 boroughs for the first time. Application deadline is November 2nd.
2021 Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) is open. NYC 8th and 9th graders who wish to attend a Specialized High School must register to take the SHSAT, for entry to 9th and 10th grade in the 2022-2023 school year by Monday, November 15, 2021. The test will be administered in December 2021
This year marks the 5thanniversary of our Summer Opportunities, Activities & Resources (SOAR) fairs, featuring summer camps and programs for families with kids in pre-k through 12th grade.
Sure, you can look for summer programs online, but nothing beats a face-to-face conversation directly with camp directors who want nothing more than to answer your questions and provide information about their programs. SOAR fairs bring together multiple programs and parents all under one roof in fun, easily accessible environment. We’re your one-stop-shop for summer fun.
Can the process be any more complicated than it already is? I don't think so.
At this point in the process, depending on whether you will be entering 7th or 8th grade in the fall, we recommended:
7th Grade
During the summer before school starts, it's a good idea to attend the summer high school admission family workshops and start to familiarize yourself with your options. The DOE School Finder and High School Directory are both online.
Be sure to get to school every day and don't be late! Attendance is an important part of individual school admission rubrics.
Practice and collect your best work from 7th grade. You'll need it to put together an art portfolio or prepare for an audition to a high school arts program.
Summer Before 8th Grade
Attend the summer high school admission family workshops and start to create a list of school that you think might be a good fit. The DOE School Finder and High School Directory are both online.
Be sure to study for the SHSAT, rehearse for your auditions and work on your art portfolio.
Check school websites, our events calendar or contact schools directly for school open house and tour dates. Set up a calendar to keep track of tour dates and application deadlines. You don't want to miss anything.
8th Grade
Attend the high school fairs in September and October. Check the DOE website or our events calendar for dates.
Find audition dates for specific audition programs and register. Check the school websites or contact the school directly for up-to-date information.
For screened programs, find out admission requirements and instructions in the High School Directory.
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