2026-2027
UPPER SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL PLANNING GUIDE
Chadwick's Upper School students are tomorrow's leaders in the making.
College Counseling at Chadwick
WELCOME TO THE UPPER SCHOOL AT CHADWICK
At Chadwick School, everything starts with intention.
Here, you’ll experience extraordinary academic, creative, athletic, cultural and co-curricular opportunities.
This is the Chadwick path — and as you take your first steps in the Upper School, you’ll discover the joy of learning and you’ll gain the lifelong foundation of creative and critical thinking and character development.
We encourage you to review this planning guide, which provides the essential information you need to chart the courses, activities and wonderful opportunities at Chadwick School that will bring forth your intellect, strengths, talents and interests.
LET’S GET STARTED WITH INTENTION.
CHADWICK SCHOOL MISSION
Chadwick Schools develop global citizens with keen minds, exemplary character, self-knowledge and the ability to lead.
VISION STATEMENT
The Courageous Pursuit of Goodness and Greatness
CORE VALUES
Chadwick’s Core Values are fostered and modeled in classrooms, co-curricular activities and throughout our community. Students develop exemplary character at Chadwick thanks to our emphasis on our Core Values. We believe in equipping each student with the skills — and the desire — to grow into an honorable, compassionate adult.
COMPASSION FAIRNESS HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY
PHILOSOPHY
Chadwick Schools are deeply committed to self-discovery through experience and reflection. Students develop the joy of learning, self-confidence, well-being and curiosity through interactive and practical experiences. Our schools share the Core Values of compassion, fairness, honesty, respect and responsibility. Through active participation in an intentionally diverse and inclusive environment, students make a positive impact within and beyond their own communities. By living and learning in a student-centered, collaborative atmosphere of excellence, integrity and trust, we come to expect the best of ourselves and others.
Welcome to Chadwick’s Upper School!
Chadwick was founded in 1935 by Margaret Chadwick with a vision of education that was both ambitious and deeply human. She believed that students learn best through experience, that time outdoors strengthens both mind and spirit, and that schools should nurture the unique potential within every individual. Above all, she believed that meaningful learning happens through experience, thoughtful reflection and strong relationships. Today, that philosophy remains at the center of the Upper School experience. The Upper School is a place where meaningful relationships, intellectual curiosity and personal growth are at the center of daily life.
Our students are encouraged to think critically, ask thoughtful questions and engage deeply with ideas that shape our world. Academic learning is both rigorous and dynamic, designed to foster curiosity, creativity and intellectual independence.
At Chadwick, learning extends well beyond the classroom. Through athletics, the arts, outdoor education, global education, leadership opportunities and service experiences, students discover new strengths, deepen their sense of purpose and build lasting connections with others. These experiences challenge students to step outside their comfort zones, collaborate with others, develop resilience and understand the impact they can have in the world.
At the heart of the Upper School experience are the relationships that students build with teachers, advisors, coaches and peers. These connections create a community where students feel known, supported and encouraged to take meaningful risks in their learning and growth. It is through these relationships that students develop the character, empathy and sense of purpose that will guide them to build not only the skills needed for college and career, but also the foundation for a life of meaning, integrity and success.
This Upper School Educational Planning Guide is designed to introduce you to the many opportunities available at Chadwick and to help you thoughtfully plan your path through the coming years. My hope is that it will encourage you to explore widely, challenge yourself and take full advantage of the experiences that make the Upper School such a vibrant and supportive community.
The years you spend here will help shape the person you become and the path you choose to follow. I am excited to be part of that journey with you.
Warmly,
Patrick Wallace Interim Director of the Upper School
CHADWICK SCHOOL AT A GLANCE
90 Years of Excellence. Established 1935.
Chadwick School is a mission-driven, independent, K-12 co-educational day school dedicated to academic excellence, exemplary character and self-discovery through experience. Compassion, fairness, honesty, respect and responsibility are Chadwick’s Core Values, which are fostered and modeled in classrooms, co-curricular activities and throughout our community. Our students develop Core Competencies in critical and creative thinking, character, courage, communication, collaboration and cultural competence. These strengths prepare students to succeed throughout school, in college, in relationships and in life.
CHADWICK SCHOOL
DISTINCTIONS
• Character Education
• Academic Excellence
• Unparalleled Global Experiences
• Outstanding Outdoor Education Programs
• Real-World Experiences in Innovation and Research
• Excellent and Broad-Ranging Athletic Programs
• Award-Winning and Acclaimed Visual and Performing Arts Programs
• Enriching Community Service Programs
• The Chadwick Ocean Institute and Community Learning Lab at AltaSea
ACCREDITATION
• Western Association of Schools and Colleges
• Association for Experiential Education
AFFILIATIONS
• California Association of Independent Schools
• National Association of Independent Schools
• World Leading Schools Association
• Round Square International
• Malone Schools Online Network
• Global Online Academy
A SPECTACULAR ENVIRONMENT
FOR LEARNING
• 45-acre campus with 26 educational buildings, outdoor learning spaces and spectacular Los Angeles vistas.
Featured facilities include:
• 6,000 sq. ft. Innovation and Design Building featuring spaces for hands-on learning, interdisciplinary research, STEM, creativity, collaboration, innovative thinking and entrepreneurship
• 400-seat Geoffrey Alan Laverty Center for the Performing Arts with indoor theaters, classroom space and dedicated dance and music studios
• Leavenworth Library Learning Center with digital research resources
• Pascoe Pavilion Gymnasium and Swimming Pool
• Commander Chadwick Football/Soccer/ Lacrosse/Track/Athletic Field
• Baseball and Softball Athletic Fields
100% of Chadwick students plan to attend 4-year colleges
863 Students
More than 47 communities represented 45% are students of color
351 students Upper School 9-12
179 students Middle School 7-8
333 students Village School K-6 180 K-12 faculty members 1/3 live on campus 80% of faculty hold advanced degrees
Student / Faculty Ratio
23:1 Student / College Counselor (Ratio in each grade)
$6.35M+ in financial aid annually is available for K-12 students 21% of students receive need-based financial aid
Student / Advisor 6th-12th Grade Ratio
PROFILE OF A CHADWICK SCHOOL GRADUATE
The Chadwick educational program is built on the following six Core Competencies. We develop these interdisciplinary skills and behaviors in our K-12 students to prepare them to become global citizens with keen minds, exemplary character, self-knowledge and the ability to lead.
CORE COMPETENCIES
CRITICAL
AND CREATIVE THINKING
- Observe and analyze relationships to develop questions and define problems.
- Evaluate diverse sources by determining credibility, navigating misinformation, and addressing bias.
- Engage multiple perspectives to adapt ideas, solve problems and generate solutions.
- Apply knowledge and skills flexibly in new and evolving contexts.
- Reflect on thinking processes to monitor reasoning, recognize bias and refine understanding.
COMMUNICATION
- Listen actively to understand others.
- Express ideas clearly and purposefully across modes (visual, oral, written, digital), adapting to audience and context while developing an authentic voice.
- Communicate responsibly, using tools and media with integrity.
CHARACTER
- Make choices that reflect Chadwick's core values of compassion, fairness, honesty, respect and responsibility.
- Recognize and respond thoughtfully to ethical dilemmas.
- Reflect on self-knowledge and actions to foster wellness and growth in self and others.
- Confront injustice with integrity and persistence.
COURAGE
- Take responsible risks, both personally and intellectually.
- Navigate challenges with awareness and effective coping skills.
- Learn from mistakes and persevere through uncertainty and failure.
- Show initiative, resilience and confidence.
COLLABORATION
- Take responsibility for contributing to group efforts and adapting as needed.
- Respect and include others.
- Help groups achieve shared goals by solving problems and managing conflict constructively.
CULTURAL COMPETENCE
- Acquire knowledge of history, geography and diverse cultures.
- Understand and navigate how historical and social factors shape identities and culture.
- Build meaningful connections across differences.
- Recognize and analyze injustice at individual, institutional and systemic levels.
- Respond to bias and injustice with integrity and action in local and global contexts.
UPPER SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM
Interim Director of the Upper School
Patrick Wallace
Patrick has been a school leader at Chadwick for nearly 20 years and is the Interim Director of the Upper School. He has held several leadership roles at the school, most recently as Assistant Director of the Upper School and Upper School Dean (Grades 11 and 12). Some of his other roles at Chadwick have included economics teacher, Head Model United Nations (MUN) Advisor, Interim Assistant Director of the Middle School, Interim History Department Chair, and multiple honors, such as Teacher of the Year, Yearbook dedications, and multipletime senior class Commencement speaker. Patrick earned his master's degree in educational leadership at Teachers College, Columbia University, and his bachelor's degree in economics and political science from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Executive Director of College Counseling
Sara Miranda
Assistant Director of the Upper School
Dina EIGhitany
Dina ElGhitany joined Chadwick in 2017 and is the Assistant Director of the Upper School. She began her work as an educator in 2004 and has served in a variety of teaching, advising, student life, Global Education, and academic leadership roles. She has led curriculum and placement work, designed and led Global Education programs, supported advising and affinity spaces, and presented at national conferences on equity, data science, and global learning. Her experiences shape the student-centered, relationship-driven approach she brings to her work: helping students feel known, supported, challenged, and connected to a larger purpose. Before joining Chadwick, Dina spent 10 years at a K–12 school in Alexandria, Egypt, where she served in both teaching and school leadership roles. After moving to California, she earned her teaching credential and master’s degree while teaching full-time in Los Angeles schools.
Sara is Chadwick's Executive Director of College Counseling and possesses 20 years of experience in high school and college admissions, college counseling and academic advisement. Previously, Sara was an Upper School Dean at Harvard-Westlake School in Studio City for three years, providing college counseling, academic advising and socialemotional counseling to more than 100 students in grades 10 through 12. Prior to that, she worked at Brandeis University as the Director of Admission for six years, and previously served as Director of Admission at Emerson College from 2005-2014. Sara holds a master's degree in school counseling and psychology from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a bachelor's degree in marketing communications from Emerson College in Boston.
Director of Athletics
Cameron Hill
Cameron Hill is a nationally recognized athletic leader who builds high-performing, values-driven programs that develop students as both competitors and people.
As Managing Director of Athletics at Valor Collegiate Academies in Nashville, Tennessee, he created championship programs from the ground up, establishing the culture, systems and standards that drive excellence and personal growth. His work has earned him numerous honors, including Nashville’s 40 Under 40, the 2025 NFHS National Citation Award, the 2023 NIAAA State Award of Merit, the Phillips 66 Educator of the Year award and the 2023 NIAAA Quality Program Award. Chadwick School is proud to welcome Cameron as it embarks on an exciting new chapter in Chadwick Athletics.
Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning
Erin Nordlund
Erin is the Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning, overseeing K–12 curriculum and instruction at Chadwick School. Erin has spent over 20 years in education and has served in multiple leadership roles at Chadwick, including K–12 Director of Teaching and Learning, Village School Curriculum Specialist, English Department Chair, and Interim Dean of Students. Beyond Chadwick, Erin leads professional learning for educators, presents at national conferences, and collaborates with peer schools to advance innovative, research-based approaches to teaching and learning. Erin holds a master's degree in teaching and a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Southern California.
Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Delonte Egwuatu
As Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Delonte partners closely with students, faculty, staff and families to support and strengthen his work across campus, Delonte leads with inclusive teaching practices, student leadership, hiring and admissions partnerships, and continued efforts to cultivate a culture of belonging for all members of our community. Before joining Chadwick, Delonte was the Chief Engagement and Inclusion Officer at Beaver Country Day School in Boston, as a member of the senior leadership team leading the school’s strategic vision for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across grades six through 12. Delonte holds a B.A. in sociology from Morehouse College and a master’s degree in the teaching and learning of Spanish and its culture from the Universidad de Granada.
Chadwick students are independent, well-rounded leaders.
STUDENT SUPPORT: ADVISORY AND WELLNESS TEAM
Upon entering the Upper School, you have access to a caring and experienced student support team to assist with your social, emotional and academic success.
UPPER SCHOOL ADVISOR
Beginning in ninth grade, you will be partnered with an advisor, who is a member of Chadwick’s faculty or staff. You will be part of an advisory group of 7-9 students that meets regularly with your advisor, and you will meet one-on-one with your advisor throughout the year during built-in “extended advisory” meetings to reflect on your progress. Your advisor is available to help you navigate the many choices available at Chadwick.
PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE
During the spring semester, prior to course sign-ups for the following year, you will meet one-on-one with your advisor for several extended meetings, after which you will meet with your advisor and your family for a student-led conference. Following is the process for course planning for the next year.
• First, you will “look back” on the year. Your advisor helps you reflect thoughtfully on your progress in each class, your growth in terms of the Core Competencies across multiple classes, and your areas for improvement for the remainder of the year.
• Next, you “look ahead” with your advisor in order to reflect on how to make informed, deliberate and reasonable schedule choices to ensure your personal and academic success next year. In addition to your advisor, teachers and other administrators are available to help you and your family make curricular and co-curricular choices for the upcoming years throughout your Upper School experience.
• Following these reflective meetings, you will then meet with your family and your advisor for a student-led conference, during which you and your family will sign off on the following year's proposed course schedule. This conference and the reflective activity beforehand, provide you with the opportunity to talk about your goals and strengths, and identify growth opportunities for the next year.
UPPER SCHOOL WELLNESS TEAM
Chadwick’s Wellness Team is uniquely positioned to assess and support students throughout every stage of their educational journeys. Learning Specialists and Counselors work in tandem with teachers, Division Directors, Deans, the school nurse and other Chadwick educators to ensure that each student is getting the support they need to succeed.
INFORMATION SESSIONS FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS
Throughout the year, Chadwick hosts regular information sessions for parents/ caregivers, which provide opportunities to share information and discussions on topics of interest, including the upcoming year’s schedule choices, outdoor education programs, health and wellness strategies and college counseling updates, among other topics.
Upper School Counselor
Rosemarie Steinhoff
Rosemarie is Chadwick’s Upper School Counselor. Previously, she was a therapist for children and families with Children’s Institute — a Los Angeles County agency where she provided therapy for children with severe mental illnesses. Rosemarie advocated on their behalf, working as a clinical expert on IEP teams across Greater Los Angeles. She has been an ambassador for the MAC VIVA Glam HIV/AIDS foundation, a special education para-educator and an executive assistant at the Suzanne Dworak Peck School of Social Work at the University of Southern California. She holds a B.S. in psychology from University of Phoenix and an M.M.F.T. from the University of Southern California.
Upper School Learning Specialist
Sara Mactavish
Sara is the Upper School Learning Specialist. She previously served as the Academic Services Coordinator for the middle and upper schools at Wildwood School in Los Angeles. Prior to that, she was the Upper School Learning Specialist at the Isidore Newman School in New Orleans.
Sara holds a B.A. in psychology from Wheaton College, and two M.A.s — one in applied developmental and educational psychology, and the other in mental health counseling — from Boston College
CURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR CHOICES
At Chadwick School, you are surrounded by a network of support that includes administrators, faculty, mentors, academic advisors, college counselors, deans of students, coaches and many more adults who are deeply committed to helping you grow and succeed academically, socially and emotionally.
During the spring prior to ninth grade, you will participate in a “Welcome to the Upper School” meeting. This meeting will include you, your family (student and parent/caregiver), a Chadwick administrator and a college counselor. This meeting kicks off our work together to support your hopes and aspirations for the Upper School, and to align our academic and co-curricular opportunities with your hopes and aspirations.
Each spring thereafter, you and your family will meet with advisors to plan your curricular and co-curricular schedule for the coming year. Parents/ caregivers are also invited to an annual Parent/Caregiver Coffee that provides information on the upcoming year’s schedule choices, along with access to a website with updated digital resources.
You and your family will have everything you need to plan your high school journey.
YOU ARE READY TO WRITE YOUR CHADWICK STORY WITH INTENTION!
UPPER SCHOOL MODIFIED BLOCK SCHEDULE
Chadwick students enroll in a minimum of five courses and a maximum of six courses each semester. Courses taken through the Malone Schools Online Network and Global Online Academy both count toward the six-class maximum.
TIME Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
CLASS A 45 Minutes 7:55 - 8:40
CLASS B
Minutes 8:45 - 9:30
CLASS C
Minutes 9:35 - 10:20 BREAK 10:25 - 10:45
CLASS D 45 Minutes 10:50 - 11:35
CLASS E 45 Minutes 11:40 - 12:25
Minutes 7:55 - 9:10 CLASS E
Minutes 9:15 - 10:30
CLASS F 45 Minutes 12:30 - 1:15 CLASS D
ADVISING 10:35 - 11:05
LATE START 8:55
CLASS F 75 Minutes 7:55 - 9:10
CLASS C 75 Minutes 7:55 - 9:10
Minutes 8:55 - 10:10 CLASS A
Minutes 10:15 - 11:30 10-MIN BREAK US ASSEMBLY 11:40 - 11:55
CLASS C 75 Minutes 12:00 - 1:15
CLASS F 75 Minutes 11:10 - 12:25 MUSIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGAMENT 12:30 - 1:15 CLASS B
CLASS D 75 Minutes 9:15 - 10:30
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS 10:35 - 11:05
CLASS E 75 Minutes 11:10 - 12:25
MUSIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGAMENT 45 Minutes 12:30 - 1:15
CLASS B 75 Minutes 9:15 - 10:30 US PROGRAMMING 10:35 - 11:05
CLASS A 75 Minutes 11:10 -12:25 FRIDAY SOCIAL Student Organized Activities and Lunch 12:30 - 1:50
NOTE: Team sports practices typically occur between 3 - 5 p.m. each day. Daily strength and conditioning are available during the athletic block.
*Please note that the daily schedule is subject to change. Please consult the digital version of the Upper School Educational Planning Guide for the most up-to-date information.
ASSESSMENT/GRADING PRACTICES
AND HOMEWORK
Chadwick assessments have been designed for students to demonstrate understanding of the knowledge and skills developed as they progress through each course. The purpose is to identify what a student knows or is able to do in relation to pre-established learning goals.
GPA CALCULATIONS
GPAs are calculated on a weighted 4-point system, based on all Chadwick courses reported on the transcript. All AP, Post-AP, Advanced and Honors courses and GOA courses are awarded a full extra point in determining weighted GPA. Chadwick does not report student rankings or name a valedictorian.
GRADES AND COMMENTS
Upper School students receive letter grades from their teachers four times during the year: at the midpoint of each semester and at the end of each semester. There are two semesters in the school year. Only the final cumulative, year-end letter grade is recorded on a student’s transcript. Students also receive narrative comments from their teachers. Letter grades provide a single representation of several things: level of current understanding of the course learning goals, measurement of progress, eligibility for advancement or placement into the next level of a course when relevant, and feedback on where additional support might be needed. The goal of grades is not to rank students, reward effort, or assess students’ character.
HOMEWORK
Classes for each academic course meet three times a week. Classes for each academic course meet on Monday for 45 minutes. Each course also meets two other times each week for 75-minute blocks on either Tuesday and Thursday or on Wednesday and Friday.
Homework in preparation for any given class session is designed to not exceed a maximum of 45 minutes for regular courses and 60 minutes for honors and AP courses.
No homework will be given over winter and spring vacations. Homework due on religious holidays that are not already school holidays can be managed on a case-by-case basis.
By its nature, the amount of time that a student spends on homework can vary from night to night and week to week. During busy times of the year (especially the ends of semesters), students may experience a heavier-than-normal load. Some students may process information or read more slowly than their peers, or they may complete assignments in a more detailed or thorough manner. Finally, some students may elect to take a more robust course load with six academic classes or advanced/honors courses.
Each student will work with their advisor to carefully reflect on all the ways they spend their time outside of school hours (homework, sports, activities, family and friend time) in order to craft a course schedule that supports a healthy and manageable homework load.
CHADWICK TRANSCRIPTS
The Chadwick transcript only lists course names and grades from Chadwick courses. Non-Chadwick courses are only incorporated into a student’s transcript under special circumstances, such as pre-approved study abroad programs, Malone Schools Online Network and Global Online Academy courses. See the transcripts section on page 38 for more information.
MEANINGFUL FEEDBACK
Grades reflect progress toward established learning goals.
GROWTH OVER TIME
Practice encourages risk-taking, persistence, and a growth mindset.
TRANSPARENCY
Students understand how grades are calculated and their meaning.
UPPER SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
SUBJECT
ENGLISH
4 Required Courses
HISTORY/SOCIAL STUDIES
3 Required Courses
GLOBAL LANGUAGES
Required through Level 3 of one language
MATHEMATICS
Required through Algebra 2
SCIENCE
3 Required Courses
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
See curriculum overview for details
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ ATHLETICS
See curriculum overview for details
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
4 years / 8 semesters
3 years / 6 semesters
3 years / 6 semesters or through the 11th grade
3 years / 6 semesters 4 courses recommended
3 years / 6 semesters
The University of California requires two approved lab science courses, which could include PCB courses or two years of non-PCB UCaccredited lab courses that are not in the same field, such as AP Biology, AP Chemistry or AP Physics
1.5 years / 3 semesters
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-11
Grades 9-11
Grades 9-11
Grades 9-11
UC accredited art course in ninth grade required.
4 years / 4 seasons 4 years
Participation required each year
Participation in semester-courses and various workshops
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grade 9, 7th-period course Grades 10-12 workshops
NOTE: These reflect the minimum requirements for graduation; most students elect to take more courses.
FIVE-YEAR PLANNING AT-A-GLANCE
Academic advisors and college counselors talk with students about the importance of grades, challenging programs, co-curricular involvement,: healthy habits, reading and summer programs.
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The Upper School Experience Evening Programming
Course Scheduling Parent Coffee
Upper School Welcome Night
Family meeting with Administrator and Dean of College Counseling
Fall Welcome and College Information Program for Parents
Program for Sophomores
PSAT Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test
Program for Juniors
PSAT / NMSQT
Fall College Night
Group meetings with college counselors
Juniors & Junior Families Introduced to College Planning Tools
Athletics and College Admissions Presentation/Panel
State of Standardized Testing Presentation
Practice ACT Testing Dean of College Counseling Assignments are Shared Summer Programs
Applications Open
• 1:1
Extended Advisory Meetings
Practice ACT Testing Individual student meetings with college counselor begin, followed by family college meetings
• Grade-Level Meetings with Department Chairs and College Counselors
Sophomore Parent Coffees with Counselors begin
• Advisee-led conferences with parents
MARCH-APRIL ACT or SAT Reasoning Test
• Upper School Parent Information Meeting on educational planning
• Annual academic and co-curricular planning meeting with student/family
Sophomore class small gathering with counselors
Family Meetings following individual student meetings
Advanced Placement Exams
APRIL-JUNE Second individual college counseling meeting Essay Writing Institute
SAT Testing, Chadwick Essay and Applications Workshops
Senior Orientation
Fall College Night
Senior Family College Meeting
SAT Test ACT Test
Early Decisions/Action Applications due
UC and CSU applications due Nov. 30
Final College Plans Form Due
Early Decision Notifications Begin
Complete college applications
Regular decision applications due (Jan.-March)
Financial aid forms due
MARCH-APRIL
Regular Decision Notifications from Colleges
Senior/Parents transition to College Program
College deposit deadline May 1
Senior Outdoor Ed Trip
GRADUATION!
Final high school transcript sent to enrolled college
EDUCATIONAL PROGRESSIONS
Grades 9-12 Academic Progression
Our curriculum emphasizes breadth of study in the sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences and the arts. At Chadwick, you’ll gain unsurpassed preparation for success in college — and in life. Our track record for placing 100 percent of our graduates in four-year colleges stems from a commitment to personalizing the educational process and providing extensive opportunities for you to flourish. The next few pages provide an overview of the progression of academic offerings in the Upper School. Upper School students also have the option to enroll in additional for-credit courses through the Chadwick Summer Path program. For a complete course catalog, see the Upper School Curriculum Guide.
Online Courses At Chadwick
Chadwick’s membership in the Malone Schools Online Network (MSON) and Global Online Academy (GOA) programs provide remarkable opportunities for students to take advanced courses with peers from other excellent independent schools around the world. Courses include both semester and full-year options and are open to 10th-, 11th- and 12th-grade students.
A MSON or GOA course must fit within an Upper School student’s schedule as one of their six core academic classes (not as a seventh class). Typically, MSON and GOA courses extend and enrich Chadwick courses and cannot be taken to replace a course in a progression or to meet graduation requirements.
The courses are aimed at talented, independent and motivated students at the member independent schools. Students engage in MSON courses for 6-8 hours a week, including two weekly, one-hour synchronous (realtime) class meetings at set times. GOA courses take students about 5-7 hours a week, logging in 5-7 times for interaction on a flexible schedule with moments of synchronicity.
The available courses change from year to year. Here is the MSON course catalog, and here is the GOA course catalog. Students interested in taking an MSON or GOA course should contact the Director of Teaching and Learning to discuss the logistics of taking these courses.
ENGLISH
English 9: Identity and Self-Expression
English 10: Contemporary Connections
Honors English 10: Contemporary Connections
HISTORY/ SOCIAL SCIENCES
GLOBAL LANGUAGES
MATHEMATICS
History 9: Modern World History
History 10: Contemporary
Global Issues
Honors History 10: Contemporary
Global Issues
AP Art History
Chinese, French, Spanish: Intensive, Level 2
Algebra 1B
Algebra 1
Honors Algebra 1
Geometry
Honors Geometry
Algebra 2 with Trigonometry
Honors Algebra 2
Multivariable Calculus
Chinese, French, Spanish: Level 3, Honors Level 3
Geometry
Honors Geometry
Algebra 2 with Trigonometry
Honors Algebra 2
Precalculus
Honors Precalculus AB
Honors Precalculus BC
Multivariable Calculus
English 11: American Ideals
AP English Language and Composition:
American Ideals
Honors American Literature:
Adaptations
United States History 11
AP United States History
AP Art History
Honors Psychology
Honors Human Geography
Chinese, French, Spanish: Level 4, Honors Level 4, AP Language
Algebra 2
Algebra 2 with Trigonometry
Honors Algebra 2
Precalculus: Trigonometry and Functions
Precalculus
Honors Precalculus AB / BC
Calculus
AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC
AP Statistics
Global Applications in Data Science
Multivariable Calculus
12th Grade English, English 12: Thriving in a Changing World, AP English Literature and Composition: Science
Ethics, AP English Lit.: Contemporary Classics,AP English Lit.: In the Margins, AP English Lit.: Literature of War and Conflict
Honors Applied Economics and Finance
AP Art History
AP Government
Honors Psychology
Honors Human Geography
Chinese, French, Spanish: Level 5, Honors Level 5, AP Language, Post-AP options
Algebra 2
Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Honors Algebra 2
Precalculus: Trigonometry and Functions, Precalculus
Honors Precalculus AB / BC Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC Global Applications in Data Science Statistics and Advanced Topics
AP Statistics
Multivariable Calculus
Science 9: PCB
SCIENCE
Honors Science 9: PCB
Science 10: PCB
Honors Science 10: PCB
Anatomy and Physiology (fall semester)
Brain and Behavior (spring semester)
Honors Environmental Science
Marine Biology, Forensics
AP Biology, AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1
Anatomy and Physiology (fall semester)
Brain and Behavior (spring semester)
Honors Environmental Science Marine Biology Forensics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1, AP Physics C
Creative Marketing and Brand Lab
INNOVATION, DESIGN AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Creative Marketing and Brand Lab
Business and Entrepreneurship
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science A
Creative Marketing and Brand Lab
Business and Entrepreneurship 2
Honors Business and Entrepreneurship
Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science A
Post AP: Software Engineering
Business and Entrepreneurship
Honors Business and Entrepreneurship 2
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science A, Data Structures and Algorithms (Post-AP), Software Engineering (Post-AP)
VISUAL ARTS
2D Art and Design, Ceramics, Media Arts Level 1
2D Art and Design, Ceramics, Media Arts Level 2**
2D Art and Design, Ceramics, Media Arts Level 3**
Applied Design
2D Art and Design, Ceramics, Media Arts Level 4,** AP Drawing, AP 2D Art and Design, AP 3D Art and Design, Applied Design
PERFORMING ARTS
Theater Foundations AP Music Theory, Stagecraft
Honors Acting: Stage to Screen, AP Music Theory, Stagecraft
Theater Performance Workshop**
Musical Theater Performance
Honors Dance
CROSSDISCIPLINARY
AP Capstone Seminar
Global Online Academy
Honors Acting: Stage to Screen
AP Music Theory, Stagecraft
Theater Performance Workshop**
Musical Theater Performance
Honors Dance
AP Capstone Seminar
AP Capstone Research
Malone Schools Online
Network Courses
Global Online Academy
Honors Acting: Stage to Screen
AP Music Theory, Stagecraft
Theater Performance Workshop**
Musical Theater Performance
Honors Dance
AP Capstone Research
Malone Schools Online
Network Courses
Global Online Academy
CO-CURRICULAR
Human Growth and Development (9th grade)
Eco Community, Improv, Yearbook, Wick Media, Community Service, Chorus, Orchestra, Journalism, Wick Math, Debate, Robotics, Model United Nations, Stage Crew
GRADE 9
GRADE 10
GRADE 11
GRADE 12
Chadwick students experience extraordinary opportunities in academics, athletics, community service, global education, outdoor education, performing and visual arts, and leadership.
COURSE PLACEMENT AND ACADEMIC PATHWAYS
The Chadwick educational experience is all we do with intention to develop ethical, global citizens. During your Upper School years, your growth extends through active, experiential learning inside and outside the classroom.
Our strong academic program is designed to build a solid foundation based on content fluency and conceptual understanding. We offer courses that provide opportunities to ignite new interests and deepen existing passions. Proper placement supports optimal success and wellness for you, and your classroom performance over the year is by far the best indicator for success in future courses. There is always more than one avenue of entry into any class, and there are opportunities for movement throughout every sequence.
We look forward to working closely with you and your family to provide the best pathway for your success and wellness.
English 11: American Ideals
AP English
Language and Composition: American Ideals
Honors
American Literature: Adaptations
AP English
Literature: Literature of War and Conflict
AP English Literature and Composition: Science Ethics
Honors English 12: Thriving in a Changing World
AP English Literature: Contemporary Classics AP English Literature: In the Margins
11th- and 12th-grade options based on student preference
MATHEMATICS PROGRESSION
Algebra 1B
Honors Algebra 1
Algebra 1 Geometry
Honors Geometry
Algebra 2
Algebra with Trigonometry
Honors Algebra 2
Precalculus: Trigonometry and Functions
Data Science
Precalculus Calculus
Honors Precalculus AB
Honors Precalculus BC
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC
AP Statistics Global Applications in Data Science
Multivariable Calculus
(available after Algebra 2 level courses)
The thick arrow on tan box shows the usual path for a Chadwick student whose math skills are typically around the top 5% nationally.
The thin tan arrow shows a commonly-followed path which may depend on achieving a certain grade.
The dashed blue arrow shows an unusual path, which might require extra work, summer school, or a placement test.
Science 9: Science 10: PCB PCB
Honors Honors
Science 9:
10:
PCB stands for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The PCB sequence takes the place of introductory courses in specific science sub-disciplines.
11th- and 12th-grade options are based on student preference
INNOVATION, DESIGN AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRESSION
Innovation and Design Courses
AP Computer Science Principles (no prior coding experience)
AP Computer Science A
Post AP: Software Engineering
Post AP: Advanced Software Engineering
Entrepreneurship Courses
Creative Marketing and Design Lab
Business and Entrepreneurship
Honors Business and Entrepreneurship
PERFORMING ARTS PROGRESSION
GRADE 9 GRADES 10-12
Theater Foundations
Stagecraft* AP Music Theory*
Musical Theater Performance
Honors Acting: From Stage to Screen
Honors Dance Performance
*Stagecraft, AP Music Theory are available for Grades 9-12.
VISUAL ARTS PROGRESSION
Level 1:
2D Art & Design Ceramics
Media Arts
Level 2:
Honors Level 2
2D Art & Design Ceramics
Media Arts
Fall semester only option available
10th, 11th and 12th grade students may take a lower level course at any time, as long as they follow the course progression. A student may choose to switch disciplines but is required to begin at Level 1.
Level 3:
Honors Level 3 2D Art & Design Ceramics
Media Arts
H Applied Design
Levels 4:
Honors Level 4 2D Art & Design Ceramics
Media Arts Applied Design
AP:*
AP 2D Art & Design (Media Arts, 2D Art)
AP 3D Art & Design (Ceramics)
AP Drawing (2D Art)
*Portfolio review required for entry
SAMPLE CURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR SCHEDULES
The next few pages provide sample curricular and co-curricular schedules for those with a particular interest or passion in areas such as the Arts, Global Education, the Humanities or STEM.
SAMPLE ARTS PROGRESSION
AP English Language and Comp
Precalculus
Anatomy and Physiology
US History 11
Honors French 3
2
&
SAMPLE GLOBAL PROGRESSION
9 Honors Geometry Science 9: PCB
Media Orchestra
Dance Company Water Polo
Honors 2D Art and Design
Wick Media, Chorus Winter Musical Dance Company
Human Growth and Development, Model UN, Service Baseball/Softball, Yoga
English 10: Spring Semester-Trip Abroad
Honors Algebra 2 Spring Semester-Trip Abroad
Science 10: PCB Spring Semester-Trip Abroad
History 10
Spring Semester-Trip Abroad
Honors French 3, Spanish 2, Spring Semester-Trip Abroad
Honors English 11: Into the American Wilderness
AP Calculus AB
Marine Biology
United States History 11
AP French Language Honors Spanish 3
Model UN, Service, Improvisation
Cross-Country, Yoga
and Advanced Topics
Creative Marketing and Brand Lab AP 2D Art and Design
Music Theory
Wick Media, Chorus Winter Musical Dance Company
AP English 1: In the Margins
AP Calculus AB
AP Physics 1
Honors Human Geography
AP Spanish Language
Model UN, Service
Baseball/Softball, Yoga
Model UN, Service
Baseball/Softball
Community
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND ENRICHMENT AT CHADWICK
Chadwick’s academic strengths are enhanced by a rich array of co-curricular opportunities that take students into the outdoors, the community, the studio, the stage, the field, the laboratory and more. You are encouraged to specialize in your favorite co-curricular or explore new opportunities, all while developing your skills, confidence and leadership.
Athletics
Participating in sports gives you the opportunity to practice courage, collaboration, exemplary character and discipline. We have a long and proud history of growing successful athletic teams, winning several Prep League, CIF and State Championships in recent years. Outstanding teams and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, water polo, cross-country, track and field and soccer, among other sports, create additional college preparatory opportunities for our students.
Community Service
Through community service, you will experience a sense of your personal capability and responsibility for improving the lives of others. You will learn a great deal by meeting and working with others whose experiences may be vastly different from your own. Local and international volunteer projects include serving in soup kitchens, tutoring elementary school students, assisting with projects at retirement homes and supporting others in less-developed regions of the globe. The majority of our students volunteer for service even though it isn’t required.
Global Education
Global citizenship is integral to Chadwick’s Mission. We are committed to providing opportunities for you to broaden your perspectives and develop the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world. Our faculty and staff design and lead programs that extend classroom learning and offer deeper dives into political and cultural studies. Most recently, Chadwick students and teachers have taken trips to study marine biology in the Galapagos and participate in Model UN in Scotland. Additionally, our second campus in Songdo,
South Korea, gives students an incredible opportunity to engage with peers at Chadwick International, potentially at multiple points throughout their academic careers. Students at Chadwick also have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of semester and year-long abroad programs, such as School Year Abroad and The Island School.
Outdoor Education
Our nationally accredited Outdoor Education Program emphasizes personal and environmental leadership. Each year, you will make progressive strides through experiential learning in the wilderness. These character-building experiences challenge your physical and emotional capabilities and compel you to take initiative, make decisions, deal with uncertainty and be accountable for results. Self-reliance, independence, collaboration, group dynamics, critical thinking and leadership skills are mastered in preparation for the senior trip — a three-week backpacking expedition and unique rite of passage for our graduating class.
Performing and Visual Arts
Our award-winning Performing and Visual Arts Programs encourage you to discover your artistic voice and take risks with authenticity. Our acclaimed Theater Arts Program features a fall play and winter musical, and vocal, instrumental and dance concerts throughout the year. Students perform under expert direction with professional staging in a state-of-the-art facility. Visual Arts include drawing, painting, clay and wood, ceramics, graphic design, mixed media, media arts and sculpture.
Student Leadership
Chadwick has more than 50 student-led clubs and organizations. These groups offer you a tremendous opportunity to step into leadership roles among your peers, learn responsibility and commitment, and acquire sophisticated management and interpersonal skills. Organizations range from student publications to student government to school leadership including: Student Council, Student Diversity Council, Honor Council, Model United Nations, Round Square, Community Service Advisory Board and Sustainability Council. There are also opportunities to lead clubs organized around hobbies and interests such as robotics, computing and gaming. It’s a great way to connect with classmates and faculty based on shared interests, talents and school initiatives.
The Chadwick Ocean Institute at AltaSea
A K-12 program that extends learning beyond the classroom, the Chadwick Ocean Institute and Community Learning Lab at AltaSea immerses students in realworld ocean innovation, conservation, and scientific research. Through hands-on projects, you will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and policy experts to tackle global challenges such as marine pollution, deep-sea exploration, and renewable energy solutions. Field studies, global travel, and community service deepen your understanding of environmental stewardship, while leadership opportunities empower you to drive sustainable change. Integrated arts initiatives encourage creative expression and advocacy for ocean issues. By engaging in this dynamic program, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to become future leaders in marine science and sustainability.
COLLEGE COUNSELING AT CHADWICK
Chadwick School’s College Counseling Office guides you and your family through the college admissions process, helping you select and gain admission to colleges and universities appropriate to your interests and demonstrated abilities. The Chadwick School curriculum is designed to meet or exceed the entrance requirements for the University of California and, by extension, any undergraduate college or university in the United States.
Our curriculum prepares you for study at the collegiate level while allowing those with special gifts and/or interests to take advanced level courses in all disciplines. When equipped with a well-articulated sense of self and strong college counseling resources and guidance, you are prepared to find colleges that are good matches. Our approach is student-centered, and we believe that satisfaction with your college choices is enhanced when you are empowered to own the process and decisions. Central to support and success is open and clear communication among students, parents/caregivers and Deans of College Counseling. Outcomes are important, yet it is the process of self-discovery leading to college-discovery that drives our program and addresses and enhances the Core Competencies of Chadwick School.
WELCOME TO THE UPPER SCHOOL!
We are pleased to provide you with this resource for mapping out your future curricular choices while at Chadwick School. We are hopeful that you will take risks academically, challenge yourself in disciplines that excite you, step outside of your comfort zone, take a course you never thought you would, and continue along the path of nurturing your intellectual curiosity. We encourage you to continue to explore who you are as a person and as a learner, and who you hope to become in your life after Chadwick.
In planning for your future courses, it is wise to have an eye toward your aspirations for college, including possible future majors, finding a great-fit college community and understanding the components of your application that will make you a competitive candidate. Chadwick’s college counseling team is at your service to be a thought partner to you and your family as you embark on this process. Because of our optimal size, Chadwick allows for strong relationships to exist between Deans of College Counseling and students. We get to know you very well and have the privilege of advocating for you and further contextualizing your stories in the application process through the letter of recommendation. We have a combined 65 years of experience in college counseling and college admission on our team and consider it our responsibility to be at the pulse of emerging trends in college admission.
No two students’ college searches will be alike; our aim is to provide you with all of the resources, tools, mentorship and support you need to make the process of applying to college as thought provoking and exciting as it can be. And, if we’re able to alleviate some of the stress, that would be great too!
Our team can’t wait to partner with you as you reflect on what has been most meaningful about your time at Chadwick, and the ways in which you are ready to elevate yourself as a learner and citizen in college and beyond.
Warm regards,
Sara Miranda Executive Director of College Counseling On behalf of the Chadwick School College Counseling Office
College Counseling Approach
At Chadwick School, college counseling is relational work that is grounded in empathy and transparency for students and parents alike. While the student is at the center of our work, we invite families to be highly engaged in the process. Below you can learn more about typical conversations that happen by year:
9th Grade
Conversations about college, summer opportunities and long-term objectives begin early at Chadwick, and the primary focus in ninth grade is on academic and co-curricular planning in preparation for college applications. During the spring prior to ninth grade, you will participate in a “Welcome to the Upper School” meeting. This meeting will include you, your family (student and parent/caregiver), a Chadwick administrator and a Dean of College Counseling. This meeting kicks off our work together to support your hopes and aspirations for the Upper School, and to align our academic and co-curricular opportunities with your goals. Ninth graders meet in a group setting with the college counseling team three times in the academic year for a College Planning Seminar Course.
10th Grade
Students and parents/caregivers in grade 10 participate in a grade-specific college night to formally jumpstart their college application process. Students continue to meet with the college counseling team for the College Planning Seminar Course. By the end of January, families will be assigned to their individual Dean of College Counseling, and students will begin to check-in on a more consistent basis with their Dean. Families are invited to meet for an individual 10th Grade Family Meeting in the month of April to discuss course selections, standardized testing, and preliminary college visits.
11th Grade
College counseling shifts into a higher gear during your junior year with fall orientations and a mid-fall college launch featuring a combined student and parent program. The year will include several scheduled mandatory and individual meetings with you and your family. In addition to meetings to explore your interests and directions as well as reviewing transcripts and teacher comments, there will be ample opportunity to explore college options in accordance with your interests and needs. Our meetings focus on introducing our college research and planning tools, Scoir, and College Kickstart, programs to assist you in developing a balanced college application list.
The junior year program invites you to invest time in self-assessment exploration, through questionnaires and conversations. Parents/caregivers contribute significantly to the counseling process by also providing information on questionnaires and through meetings with the Deans of College Counseling. The aim is to understand and integrate your learning styles, academic preferences and your interests as you develop a college list.
Other activities in 11th grade supported by the College Counseling Office, include:
• Planning for college visits
• Meetings with college admission representatives who visit Chadwick’s campus.
• SAT, ACT and AP testing
• “State of Admission” presentation
• Guidance on your appropriate engagement with college admission offices and/or college athletic coaches
• Financial aid and scholarship workshops and resources
• Guidance on requesting recommendation letters
• Case Study Event
12th Grade
Prior to the beginning of classes, application and essay writing workshops are held as part of senior orientation in August. Throughout your senior year, you, your family, Chadwick’s Deans of College Counseling, faculty, staff and coaches are fully engaged as partners in the college process, which includes the following activities:
• Frequent meetings with Deans of College Counseling, to carefully develop college lists, early decision or early action plans.
• Mock interviews with Deans of College Counseling
• Multiple opportunities for you to get substantial feedback on your essays from the college counseling team.
• Assistance in managing transcripts, secondary school reports, evaluations and teacher recommendation letters to colleges.
• Financial aid workshops.
• Assistance with college matriculation decision.
100% OF CHADWICK STUDENTS PLAN TO ATTEND 4-YEAR COLLEGES
COLLEGE COUNSELING PROGRAMMING FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
You and your family have the opportunity to participate in class meetings, college nights, financial aid workshops, standardized testing and special athletic programs. Deans of College Counseling meet individually with you and your family multiple times throughout your high school years to discuss curriculum, testing plans and options, to assist in the consideration of college lists, college visits, and interview preparation and to assist in developing the college applications, application essays and follow-up.
In addition to one-on-one meetings, the College Counseling Office typically hosts many student and parent information sessions throughout the year to share information and updates on the college counseling process, including meetings on college recruitment in athletics and the arts, and financial aid workshops.
College Counseling also hosts more than 100 college representatives each year, works with Chadwick faculty in the preparation of school and teacher recommendations, and serves as both sounding board and advocate for you.
Although you ultimately are assigned an individual Dean of College Counseling, the Deans work collaboratively to benefit you as we draw from the collective wisdom and experience of the team.
MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS BY COLLEGE
Chadwick establishes and supports high academic standards in its curricular and co-curricular programs and in its graduation requirements. These standards provide opportunities for you to pursue entrance to a variety of colleges and universities. See the chart below for the minimum requirements from the various colleges and universities. Please note that meeting the minimum requirements listed by a college is not guarantee of admission.
During your four years at Chadwick, it is advisable for you to take courses in the five core subjects (English, history/ social studies, global languages, science, mathematics) in each of your four years to be competitive for admission to college. This is encouraged even if you do not intend to major in one of these five core subjects in college.
When you schedule your classes, you should consider your ability to stretch yourself to take advanced coursework without overwhelming yourself. Your Dean of College Counseling and academic advisor are here here to help with any questions you might have.
Some students might plan to take a gap year upon graduating from Chadwick. In this instance, the Chadwick high school diploma represents a strong academic foundation for future college applications.
(completion of 1 year of World History; completion of 1 year of U.S. History or 1 semester of U.S. History and 1 semester of American Government)
2 years same language required / 3 years recommended
3 years required / 4 years recommended (completion of Algebra 1 & 2 plus Geometry) 2
3 years of one global language or 2 years each of 2 languages
3 years required / 4 years recommended (completion of Algebra 1 & 2 plus Geometry; Calculus is recommended)
2 years of lab science required / 3-4 years recommended
Varies by school
Varies by school
Non-Chadwick courses are incorporated into a student's transcript only under the following circumstances:
CHADWICK TRANSCRIPTS
The Chadwick transcript lists course names and a yearlong grade from each Chadwick course. Chadwick transcripts report both weighted and unweighted GPAs.
• Chadwick approves a student to take a year or semester abroad program. Chadwick has established relationships with specific year or semester abroad programs, and these courses appear on the Chadwick transcript. See the Director of Global Education for more information.
• Chadwick approves a student to take a class through Global Online Academy or Malone Schools Online Network as the sixth course. See the Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning for more information.
• Chadwick offers a student an online option as an alternative course due to staffing or course availability. This option happens most frequently in the math or global language sequence. See the Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning for more information. The online option exists under the following circumstances:
- Chadwick has a relationship with specific providers that are accredited and approved by Chadwick.
- The school pays for the student to take the specific course after extensive conversations with the family and relevant Chadwick administrators.
- A Chadwick administrator oversees the course and the student's progress throughout the year.
COLLEGE RECRUITING
Athletics
Athletics are an important part of Chadwick's culture, so it's no surprise that a large percentage of our graduates choose to participate in collegiate athletics. Many play sports at various levels in college, including Division I, II and III, intramural and club sports. Our student-athletes outperform the national average of students who pursue athletics in college.
To help students consider how college athletics might fit into their college planning, Chadwick coaches, the Director of Athletics and Deans of College Counseling work as a team to best support our prospective student athletes and to communicate with appropriate college and university coaches and admission staff. Our common goal is to represent our student-athletes’ talents as fully as possible.
We work with students and their families to navigate the athletic recruiting process, offer workshops about athletic recruitment opportunities, inform families about NCAA regulations, navigate registration requirements and to discern the differences between Division I, II and III programs.
Visual and Performing Arts
College counselors work closely with faculty whose experience with students in the creative and performing arts (music, visual arts, creative writing, theater and dance) might assist us in building appropriate portfolios and resumes for academic programs. College counselors and faculty in the visual and performing arts guide students whose interests suggest the benefits of developing a portfolio, resume or video presentation of their work that might support their candidacies at a variety of colleges, whether or not they pursue that field as an academic major.
The Sciences
Chadwick provides enormous opportunities for budding scientists through courses and collaborative projects. Integrated science and AP courses reflect the approach taken by top colleges and universities, and Chadwick provides extraordinary mathematics offerings for the most advanced students. Students’ work in robotics leads to regular engagement in international competitions, deepening the reputation of the program and of our students. Small classes and labs allow faculty to identify science interest and talent in our students. Important mentoring in those small classes and labs results in powerful advocacy on the student’s behalf.
CHADWICK SCHOOL COLLEGE COUNSELING TEAM
Chadwick's college counseling team has decades of experience in college counseling and college admission. Our aim is to provide you with all of the mentorship, support, resources and tools you need to make the process of applying to college as thought-provoking and exciting as it can be.
Sara Miranda Executive Director
Lesley University, M.A.; Emerson College, B.S.
Sara joined Chadwick as the Executive Director of College Counseling in August 2023. She brings nearly 20 years in high school and college admissions, college counseling and academic advisement. For the past three years, Sara has been the Upper School Dean at Harvard-Westlake School in Studio City, providing college counseling, academic advising and social-emotional counseling to students. Sara has an extensive background in college admissions, having worked at Brandeis University as the Director of Admission for six years, and previously serving in various roles, including Director of Admission, at Emerson College from 2005-2014.
Libby Browne Dean of College Counseling
Salem State University, M.A.; SUNY Geneseo, B.A.
Libby comes to Chadwick from the University of Rochester, where she served as a Regional Associate Director of Admission from 2016-2021, working with the College of Arts, Sciences and Engineering. Her earlier work included a role as Regional Assistant Director of Admission for the University of Colorado, Boulder, and as Assistant Director of Admission at the Montserrat College of Art.
Kellie Graham Dean of College Counseling University of Southern California, M.A.; University of Southern California, B.A.
Kellie brings nearly a decade of college admission experience to the Chadwick community. Prior to joining Chadwick she was the Senior Assistant Director of Admission and Coordinator of the Transfer Ambassador Program at the University of Southern California (USC). There, she also served as a territory manager, reviewing over 2,000 applications annually and managing a diverse recruitment territory. Previously, she held roles in USC’s Admission Office managing their social media strategy, coordinating staff trainings, and serving as a member of the Multicultural Recruitment Committee.
Julio Matta Dean of College Counseling Northeastern University, M.A. Bowling Green State University, B.A.
Julio Mata joined Chadwick as Dean of College Counseling after serving as a Director for College Counseling at Francis Parker School in San Diego, CA. Julio also serves as the Immediate Past President of the Western Association for College Admission Counseling, where he helps lead a professional organization of college admission professionals and school counselors from across California and Nevada. Prior to his time as a college counselor, Julio worked in college admissions at three different colleges across the U.S., which allowed him to gain a deep personal understanding of the college admission landscape and process.
COLLEGE ADMISSION RESULTS
Adelphi University 1/0
Agnes Scott College 2/0
Alabama A & M University 1/0
Allegheny College 1/1
American Musical and Dramatic Academy 1/0
American University 19/2
Amherst College 3/3
Anderson University 1/0
Arizona State University 14/2
Art Center College of Design 1/0
Auburn University 6/0
Babson College 5/3
Baldwin Wallace University 1/0
Barnard College 1/1
Berklee College of Music 1/0 Berry College 2/0
Binghamton University 1/0 Boise State University 1/0
Boston College 20/5
Boston University 21/5
Bowdoin College 4/3
Bradley University 1/0
Brandeis University 5/0
Brown University 9/6
Bryn Mawr College 1/0
Bucknell University 3/0
Butler University 4/1
California Institute of Technology 2/2
California Lutheran University 4/0
California State Poly University-Humboldt 7/0
California State Poly University-Pomona 23/0
California State Poly University-SLO 26/7
California State University-Chico 5/0
California State University-Dominguez Hills 8/0
California State University-Fresno 2/0
California State University-Fullerton 15/1
California State University-Long Beach 23/0
California State University-Los Angeles 6/0
California State University-Monterey Bay 6/0
California State University-Northridge 9/0
California State University-San Marcos 1/0
California State University-Stanislaus 1/0
Carleton College 2/0
Carnegie Mellon University 6/3
Carroll College 1/0
Case Western Reserve University 13/1
Cerritos College 1/1
Chapman University 33/3
Claremont McKenna College 3/2
Clark Atlanta University 2/0
Clark University 2/0
Clarkson University 1/1
Clemson University 3/0
Colby College 1/0
Colgate University 9/3
College for Creative Studies 1/0
College of Charleston 4/0
Colorado College 3/1
Colorado School of Mines 1/0
Colorado State University-Fort Collins 7/1
Columbia University 1/1
Concorida University (Irvine) 1/0
Connecticut College 2/0
Cornell University 11/8
Cornish College of the Arts 1/0
Creighton University 1/0
Dartmouth College 5/4
Davidson College 2/1
Denison University 6/1
DePaul University 15/1 DePauw
Long
Long
Los Angeles Harbor College 1/0
Louisiana State University
Loyola Marymount University
Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Maryland
Loyola University New Orleans 2/0
Macalester College 6/1
Maine College of Art & Design 1/0 Manhattan School of Music 1/0
Marquette University 3/0
Maryland Institute College of Art 2/1
Marymount Manhattan College 3/0
Massachusetts College of Art and Design 1/0
McGill University 4/0
Miami University-Oxford 5/0
Michigan State University 22/3
Middlebury College 2/2
Millikin University 1/0
Milwaukee School of Engineering 2/1
Missouri State University 2/0
Molloy University 2/0
Montana State University 3/0
Montclair State University 3/0
Montserrat College of Art 1/0
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North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina State University 1/0
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Northern Arizona University
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Otis
Pace
Pennsylvania
Pepperdine University 11/2
Pitzer College 16/6
Point Park University 2/0
Pomona College 1/0
Portland State University 2/0
Pratt Institute 2/0
Princeton University 3/2
Providence College 1/0
Purdue University 24/1
Queen's University Kingston 1/0
Quinnipiac University 2/0
Reed College 5/0
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 11/2
Rhode Island School of Design 2/0
Rhodes College 4/2
Rice University 3/3
Richmond American University London 2/1
Rider University 1/0
Rochester Institute of Technology 11/3
Roosevelt University 1/0
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 4/0
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 5/0
Saint Mary's College of California 2/0
San Diego State University 17/0
San Francisco State University 7/0
San Jose State University 10/2
Santa Barbara City College 1/1
Santa Clara University 20/6
Santa Monica College 2/1
Sarah Lawrence College 2/0
Savannah College of Art and Design 3/0
School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2/0
Scripps College 10/3
Seattle University 6/0
Seton Hall University 2/0
Shenandoah University 1/0
Skidmore College 3/1
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 1/0
Smith College 4/1
Sonoma State University 1/0
Southern Methodist University 40/5
Southern University and A & M College 1/1
Southern University at New Orleans 1/0
Spelman College 5/2
St. John’s University 1/0
St. Lawrence University 1/0
St. Olaf College 1/0
St. Thomas University 1/0
Stanford University 4/4
State Unniversity of New York-Buffalo 1/0
Stephens College 2/0
Stevens Institute of Technology 2/1
Stony Brook University 1/0
Suffolk University 1/0
Susquehanna University 1/0
Syracuse University 19/5
Temple University 11/1
Texas A&M University 1/0
Texas Christian University 17/1
Texas Southern University 1/0
Texas State University 1/0
The American University of Paris 1/1
The Evergreen State College 1/0
The George Washington University 13/0
The London School of Economics and Political Science 1/0
The New School 3/1
The Ohio State University 5/1
The University of Alabama 1/0
The University of Edinburgh 3/0
The University of Montana 3/0
The University of Tampa 2/1
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville 6/1
The University of Texas at Austin 14/8
The University of Texas at Arlington 1/0
Trinity College 5/0
Trinity University 1/0
Tufts University 7/2
Tulane University of Louisiana 19/11
Tuskegee University 1/0
Union College 2/0
United States Military Academy West Point 1/1
United States Naval Academy 2/2
University College London 2/1
University of Arizona 23/0
University of Arkansas 1/0
University of British Columbia 3/1
University of California-Berkeley 39/19
University of California-Davis 28/1
University of California-Irvine 36/7
University of California-Los Angeles 33/9
University of California-Merced 24/1
University of California-Riverside 41/0
University of California-San Diego 29/2
University of California-Santa Barbara
University of California-Santa Cruz
University of Chicago
of Cincinnati
University of Colorado Boulder 62/8
University of Colorado Denver 2/0
University of Connecticut 6/0
University of Dayton 1/0
University of Delaware 3/0
of Iowa
of South Florida
of Southern California