SECONDARY SCHOOL SUPPORT

SECOND SUMMER APPLICATION TO SECONDARY SCHOOLS PROGRAM

SECONDARY SCHOOL FINANCIAL AID PROCESS

Secondary School Support

Second Summer

The goal of Second Summer is to provide students with dynamic summer opportunities that will build upon the personal, academic, and social growth that they achieve during the Academy Year. Second Summer opportunities also build a bridge to students’ high school experience, further exposing them to skills needed to transition smoothly into their next independent school. Programs will fall under one of three categories: academic enrichment, outdoor adventure, or identity/ leadership development. In early winter, Beacon will work with students and their caregivers to identify a best fit Second Summer program. From late winter through the spring, we will work together to complete any required applications, paperwork, and preparation for the selected Second Summer programs. Students will then spend a portion of the summer after their Academy Year engaged in activities that will push them outside of their comfort zones, foster community building, and strengthen their confidence in transitioning to independent high schools.

Application to Secondary Schools Program

Beacon Academy is dedicated to supporting each of our students through the high school search and admissions process. Finding the appropriate match between each student and their prospective school is at the center of our mission. The fall semester will include visits to secondary schools and test preparation for the SSAT, which may be taken several times during the Beacon year. Beacon Academy students may also be required to take the ISEE in November. Eric Nett and Sarah Smith will coordinate the application process for each student.

Secondary School Financial Aid Process

Eric Nett will support families in managing the financial aid process both during the application process and post-decision. In December, there will be a complete financial aid workshop for Beacon Academy families. Parents/caregivers can prepare for this meeting by gathering their tax documents from the last two years.