Each year thousands of parents make one of the most important decisions of their lives: To which school shall I send my child? This question reflects our concerns, worries and anxieties about competition and what we hold dear, speaking to our very core values. Where can my child find both academic success, and the pursuit of happiness? This individual decision making reflects one of the essential debates going on in a larger scale in American schooling: Can a school be a place of both academic rigor and happiness?
Middle and High School Admissions
Parents League Membership includes unlimited individual advisory meetings for Middle and High School Admissions. Make an appointment (either in-person or phone) to discuss the admissions process and your school search.
Topics covered include:
- Creating and reviewing a list of schools
- Application procedures and timeline
- Schools' philosophy, learning environment and curriculum
- Testing
- Preparing for tour, interview and student's visit
- Tuition and financial aid
To stay updated about school curriculum and environments, Parents League School Advisors visit schools and regroup to discuss observations.
Call us to join and schedule your appointment at 212-737-7385.
Become a Member
Membership for Schools
If you represent an independent or private school click here to learn how to apply for School Membership, or call us at 212-737-7385. Annual membership dues are based on the total enrollment of the school.
Benefits
- Annual School Fairs
- Panel Presentations for Prospective Parents
- Member School Directory and Publications
- Online Member School Directory
- Advisory Services
- Grade Openings
- Workshops and Forums
- Spring Reception
Family Membership
Take advantage of our many benefits including school admissions advice, events and publications.
Benefits
- School Advisory Appointments and Workshops
- Lectures, Panels and Events on Parenting and Education
- Parents League Publications
- Online School Directory
- Camp Advice and Information
- Office Bulletin Board and Tutoring File
More Information about Family Memberships
Financial Aid Memberships available.
Admissions Events
Venue:
Loyola School
980 Park Avenue
entrance on E. 83rd Street
New York, NY 10028
United States When:
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Time:
4:30pm - 6:15pm
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Register here
Venue:
Loyola School
980 Park Avenue
entrance on E. 83rd Street
New York, NY 10028
United States When:
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Time:
4:30pm - 6:15pm
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Register here
PLNY Blog
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