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Admissions Events & Dates

 

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Please contact the Admissions Office at 216-464-0946 for more information about any of these events

   
Friday, October 12
8:00-3:00 p.m.
Lyman Campus
Bring Your Friend to School Day – Prospective Students Grades 2 – 7
It’s Northeastern Ohio Teachers Association (NEOTA) day for public schools. Current students in grades 2-7 are encouraged to bring a ‘friend’ to school on this day. Prospective students will spend a typical day in the classrooms, including lunch, recess and specials!
   
Friday, October 12
8:00-3:00 p.m.
Lyman Campus
Upper School Visitation Day – Prospective Students Grades 9 – 12
For students interested in applying to Laurel’s Upper School, come and visit on your NEOTA day! Students will sit-in on classes, enjoy a Laurel lunch, learn about curricular options, Laurel’s athletics and arts programs, global learning and community service.
   
Monday, October 22
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Pre-Primary School Admissions Visit for Siblings
Laurel families with children who are almost ready for Preschool are invited to come explore Laurel’s Pre-Primary School. Jane Thornton, Director of the Pre-Primary, and teachers will have activities for the children and will be available to answer questions.
   
Sunday, November 4
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Lyman Campus
All-School Open House
A must-attend event for families considering Laurel School for their daughters or young sons, Open House features a presentation by Ann V. Klotz, Head of School, student-led tours, and a resource center with information on special programming and financial aid. Students will be engaged in classroom activities and have a chance to hear from club leaders, classroom teachers and current students and parents.
   
Sunday, November 4
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Butler Campus
Sunday at Butler
Laurel School’s 140-acre Butler Campus is open for current and prospective families to enjoy nature, hike the trails, relax on the athletic fields, have fun on the playground and investigate the Magic Tree House.
   
Saturday, November 10
8:45-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
How Can I Finance A Laurel Education?
A Financial Aid Seminar for parents of prospective students presented by our Director of Admissions & Financial Aid.  This is an opportunity to learn how to apply for financial aid and how financial aid awards are calculated.
   
Friday, November 16
8:45-11:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Primary Preview – For Parents Only
An interactive program for parents to learn about Laurel’s Primary School (K- Grade 4), this event will include insights from Head of School Ann V. Klotz, and Director of the Primary School Rebekah Klar, as well as tours and observation of classes.
   
Tuesday, November 27
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lyman Campus
Grade 9 Preview for Grade 8 Families
During this interactive evening, current Laurel Eighth Grade students and their parents and prospective Ninth Grade students and their parents will hear from the Directors of the Upper School and College Guidance as well as Department Heads and a student panel. Upper School students will share information about life in the Upper School including course options, athletics, arts and global learning opportunities.
   
Wednesday, December 5
(and Tuesday, April 16)
8:45-11:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
School Days Open House for Prospective Families Entering Grades 5-8
Students and parents will learn about Laurel’s Middle School; students attend classes while parents participate in a morning event that includes a tour, observation of classes, and remarks from Head of School Ann V. Klotz, Co-Directors of the Middle School, Hope Murphy and Jason Singleton, and a student panel.
   
Monday, December 10
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Pre-Primary Drop-in for Prospective Families
Laurel’s Pre-Primary School teachers invite prospective students and their parents to enjoy theme-based activities.
   

Tuesday, January 8
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Lyman Campus

Kindergarten Evening for Pre-Kindergarten Parents - Babysitting Provided

We have designed an evening program especially for working parents and other parents who are unable to attend events during the day.  Come enjoy a light supper while you hear about Laurel's Kindergarten from Rebekah Klar, our Director of the Primary School.  Discover our extraordinary programs in math, science, engineering, world languages, language arts and the visual and performing arts.  Babysitting will be provided. 

   
Thursday, January 24
8:45-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Coffee for Parents of Accepted Upper School Students– For Parents Only
Parents of accepted Upper School students are invited to meet the Co-Directors of the Upper School, members of the faculty and current parents and students prior to making their decisions.
   
Friday, January 25
8:45-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Coffee for Parents of Accepted Middle School Students– For Parents Only
Parents of accepted Middle School students are invited to meet the Co-Directors of the Middle School, members of the faculty and current parents and students prior to making their decisions.
   
Friday, February 1
8:45-11:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Kindergarten Preview – For Pre-Kindergarten Parents and Students
You and your daughter will experience a virtual tour of a “real” day in Laurel’s Kindergarten where serious learning is engaging and fun. Discover our extraordinary programs in math, science, language arts and the visual and performing arts.
   
Wednesday, February 6
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Lyman Campus
Planning an Upper School Education - For Parents Only
During this evening, current and prospective parents will gain a more in-depth look at the Upper School Curriculum Chart, the courses available and how to plan for the entire Upper School experience.
   
Wednesday, February 13
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Lyman Campus
Grade 5 Preview for Grade 4 Parents
Current Laurel Fourth Grade parents and prospective Fifth Grade parents are invited to learn about Laurel’s interactive approach to Middle School life including its curriculum, arts, athletics, and the transition into Middle School. Parents will hear from the Co-Directors of the Middle School and teachers.
   

Tuesday, February 19
9:00-11:00 a.m.
Lyman Campu

Pre-Primary Open House for Parents and Students
Come enjoy a fun-filled morning for children and parents and learn more about Laurel's co-educational, child-centered Pre-Primary program.  Discover how our Pre-Primary's signature Eco!Wonder curriculum, Healthy Snack Initiative and World Languages program will build on a child's sense of wonder and provide the foundation for a lifetime of joyful learning.

   
Thursday, March 7
8:45-10 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Coffee for Parents of Accepted Middle School Students– For Parents Only
Parents of accepted Middle School students are invited to meet the Co-Directors of the Middle School, members of the faculty and current parents and students prior to making their decisions.
   
Friday, March 8
8:45-10 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Coffee for Parents of Accepted Primary School Students – For Parents Only
For families offered admission to Laurel School, this is an opportunity to meet the Director of the Primary School, faculty and current parents and students prior to making their decisions.
   
Tuesday, April 16
8:45-11:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
School Days Open House for Prospective Families Entering Grades 5-8--For Parents Only
Prospective parents will learn about Laurel’s exceptional Middle School.  Listen to Ann Klotz, Head of School, the Co-Directors of the Middle School and Kathryn Purcell, Director of Admissions and Financial Aid describe what sets Laurel apart as a leader in independent girls' education.
   
Wednesday, May 1
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Introduction to Laurel’s Primary School – For Parents Only
For all newly enrolled Primary School parents joining Laurel in the fall of 2013, this event provides families the opportunity to meet other new families and to receive the latest information to assist in their transition to Laurel School. This program will include highlights from Rebekah Klar, Director of the Primary School, the Laurel School Parents Association and faculty from a variety of departments.
   
Wednesday, May 8
Parents: 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Introduction to Laurel’s Middle School– For Parents Only
All newly enrolled Middle School parents joining Laurel in the fall of 2013 will receive information on uniforms, arts, athletics and their daughters’ transition to Laurel School. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other families who are also joining the Laurel community.
   
Wednesday, May 15
Parents: 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Introduction to Laurel’s Upper School - For Parents Only
All newly enrolled Upper School parents joining Laurel in the fall of 2013 will receive information on uniforms, arts, athletics and their daughters’ transition to Laurel School. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other families who are also joining the Laurel community. 
   
Wednesday, May 22
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Lyman Campus
Introduction to Laurel’s Pre-Primary School– For Parents Only
For all newly enrolled Pre-Primary parents joining Laurel in the fall of 2013, this event provides families the opportunity to meet others joining the Laurel community and to receive the latest information to assist in their transition to Laurel School. This program will include highlights from Jane Thornton, Pre-Primary Director and administrators.
 

Admissions Decision and Financial Assistance Notification Dates

First Round of Admissions (Grades 4 through 12)

  • January 18, 2013 - Notification of Admission and Financial Assistance
  • February 1, 2013 - Response due to the School
  • After February 1, 2013 - Rolling Admissions for Grades 9-12

Second Round of Admissions (Preschool-Grade 8)

  • March 1, 2013 - Notification of Admission and Financial Assistance
  • March 13, 2013 - Response due to the School
  • After March 13, 2013 – Rolling Admissions for all grades

Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE)
Laurel Test Dates (Grades 5 through 12)

  • October 20, 2012
  • November 10, 2012
  • February 9, 2013
  • April 13, 2013