HS Placement and Beyond

At City and Country School, our graduates embark on a transformative journey, from being role models in their final year to becoming the youngest members of their new high school communities. The process of applying to high school, while daunting, is met with comprehensive support including C&C’s Academic Performance Labs, community events, and personalized guidance from our high school guidance counselor and learning specialists. This holistic preparation ensures they are well-equipped to excel in high school and beyond.

Our graduates quickly match and surpass their high school peers in math and language arts. They exude curiosity for learning, competence, confidence, resourcefulness, and a commitment to collaboration and active citizenship.

Preparation Process and Support

6th Grade

Academic Performance Lab (APL) begins to prepare for standardized tests and hone habits of mind
Meet the Grads Event for insights from high school-aged graduates

7th Grade

Coffee and Conversations with high school counselor, division director, and learning specialists
1:1 Meetings to create customized lists of school options
APL continues
Meet the Grads Event for insights from high school-aged graduates

8th Grade

High School Class and APL continues
Mock Interviews and prep in the fall
Coffee and Conversations with high school counselor, division director, and learning specialists
Meet the Grads Event for insights from high school-aged graduates
Personalized Support on essays, research, reflection, and test prep 
Application Process and acceptances

C&C graduates match and surpass their high school peers in math and language arts. They exude curiosity for learning, competence, confidence, resourcefulness, and a commitment to collaboration and active citizenship. These skills are essential in the coming decades, and we know C&C students are not only well prepared but poised to become the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.