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Why Covington Latin School? ●

Acceleration is a distinctive hallmark of Latin School and offers an avenue for bright and enthusiastic fifth, sixth and seventh grade students to move at a pace, level and complexity more appropriate to their individual needs, while surrounding them with similarly talented and engaged peers.

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In 2020, the average Covington Latin senior received over $202,000 in scholarship offers, while averaging an ACT® composite of 30.2 and an SAT® combined score of 1901.

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Graduates go on to excel in the nation’s finest colleges and universities and continually contribute to the reputation of success and achievement, for which our alumni are so widely renowned.

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Covington Latin maintains a deep and abiding commitment to its Catholic identity. Our theology coursework helps provide a comprehensive understanding of the Catholic faith – which is put into practice by our Campus Ministry through weekly all-school Masses at the Cathedral, liturgies, class retreats and humanitarian service work.

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With a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, students receive individualized attention from our renowned teaching staff. 19 of the 21 Covington Latin faculty members have master’s or doctoral degrees.

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The interests of our students outside the classroom couldn’t be more diverse. From Drama Club and Ski Club, to Junior Classical League and, yes, even a Nutella Club, Covington Latin offers over 25 extracurricular groups for students to explore new interests or deepen existing ones.

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85% of our students play on at least one CLS athletic team. CLS varsity athletic teams include archery, baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, diving, Esports, tennis, track, and volleyball.

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We believe that financial wealth should not determine access to the best education, nor should it shape a learning community. CLS offers tuition assistance to families across a broad spectrum of financial circumstances to ensure the Latin School experience is accessible to all deserving students.

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Latin School underwent a transformative $10 million expansion and renovation in 2011, including the addition of three university-level science classrooms and laboratories, technology center, physical education space, fine arts studio, courtyard, spacious two-level atrium and a stunning new cafeteria.

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For nearly 100 years, our motto and curriculum have promoted and continue to promote moral integrity, academic excellence and commitment to service in the Catholic faith tradition. The atmosphere of academic and spiritual leadership dates back to the School’s founding in 1923 as a college preparatory school to serve the region’s “best and brightest.”

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Prep vs. Freshman For some parents intrigued by the Covington Latin program, the choice of introducing their child into the Latin School experience through the Prep year or through Form I (freshman) year is a challenging one. Parents often ask which is best, because academic performance data and graduation rates are very similar between both routes of entry. The truth is that what is best depends on the individual child. Certain parameters do already exist as matters of policy. All students entering CLS from the seventh grade must enter Form I to protect the integrity of the accelerated nature of the program. Likewise, all students entering directly from fifth grade must enter as Preps. It is for those students entering from sixth grade that this question becomes an issue and in that regard, there are a number of factors to consider.

One factor is the student’s level of academic preparation. The entrance examination stands as a key measure of that preparation. If a sixth grade student scores in the 90 percentile or higher on that test, the School will generally recommend that the student begin in Form I. Students scoring beneath 90% but within the range of admissibility may receive a specific recommendation for Prep year within the acceptance letter. In addition to performance on the entrance exam, a student’s work ethic and diligence will also affect their academic preparation, and parents should take those traits into consideration also.

A second factor to consider is social maturity. In examining this aspect of the student’s readiness, it is important for parents to remember that all students entering CLS are young, and all will grow and develop a great deal in the course of their time here. Parents need not expect their child to display the maturity of a graduating Form IV student to be prepared to begin their CLS experience at either the Prep or Form I levels. Parents ultimately are the best judges of their child’s social maturity and readiness and must chose the program most appropriate to their child’s current development.

However, school administrators are always available to discuss a family’s individual situation, and some further opportunities at evaluation, such as CLS summer enrichment programs or direct student interviews with school personnel, are also available to give additional insight on the decision. In the end, however, for those sixth grade students accepted into Form I, the final decision of whether in fact to enter Form I, or to opt for Prep year instead lies with the parents, and the School will accept and support that decision.

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FAQs Q: Is acceleration, or the advancing of one or two grades, required?

A: Acceleration is one of Latin School's many distinctive characteristics. Educational institutions have the responsibility to place students in courses that meet their individual needs. Research confirms that the notion that age equals grade overlooks individual differences and that academic ability and inclination are much more accurate determinants of placement. While we believe that acceleration is the right choice for many gifted students, it is not a requirement.

Q: How demanding is the first year?

A: Coursework for the first year is challenging but reasonable and students typically spend one to two hours a night on homework. The Prep and Freshman Study Skills courses, Mentor Center, Tutorial and close personal attention from the faculty, help to ease the transition and foster satisfaction for the first year student.

Q: Where do Covington Latin School students come from?

A: Latin School draws extensively throughout Northern Kentucky, Greater Cincinnati and Indiana. Students come from an array of educational backgrounds: 59% of incoming students previously attended Catholic schools, 29% attended public schools, 8% were home-educated and 4% attended non-diocesan private schools. We maintain a deep and abiding commitment to our Catholic identity, while welcoming students of other faiths (nearly 30% of our students are non-Catholic).

Q: What exactly are the Prep years?

A: The Prep years are the 7th and 8th grade years available to students admitted while in 5th or 6th grade year (thereby accelerating two years or one year, respectively). The Prep year eases the transition into Latin School by acclimating students to our expectations and culture, prior to the more rigorous Form I (Freshman) year. Of new students entering Covington Latin School in the Fall of 2016 almost 70% entered as preps.

Q: What steps are taken to acclimate incoming students?

A: During the first two weeks of the new school year, an extensive and comprehensive orientation program is offered that helps each student meet new friends, adjust to the routine and get involved in class and student body activities. The House System also allows incoming students to form relationships with not only students in their year, but between all grades.

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FAQs - page 2 Q: What are the school hours?

A: The school day begins at 8:00 am and ends at 3:00 pm. The campus is open from 7:00 am until 4:00 pm every day (our vestibule is open to students needing to stay later).

Q: Is financial assistance available?

A: We believe that no deserving student should be denied a Covington Latin education due to demonstrable financial need. The generosity of our alumni and parent donors enables us to offer tuition assistance to nearly one third of CLS students, across a broad spectrum of financial circumstances.

Q: Does the transition to college come easily?

A: In alumni surveys, the vast majority report exceptional academic success and normal social adjustment. In all levels of schooling, readiness, responsibility and emotional maturity are much stronger predictors of success than age. Indeed, 98% of our graduates hold bachelor’s degrees and 48% hold master's or terminal degrees (MD, JD, PhD, etc.).

Q: How do students perform on Advanced Placement (AP®) exams?

A: In 2019-2020, 116 AP examinations were taken by Latin School students in 9 subject areas. The 2020 graduating class averaged a 3.81 on the examinations overall and included 13 AP Scholars (achieving a “3” or better in three or more subject areas).

Q: Is transportation easily available?

A: Given the geodiversity of our students, many families choose to join (or create) car pools by using our zip code-sorted CLS family contact list, which is mailed to all parents mid-summer.

Q: How do I learn more about Covington Latin School?

A: Visiting Latin School typically provides the most accurate sense of our culture. Many people choose to have prospective students “shadow” for a day, in which they are paired with a host student with similar interests and experience a day in the life of a CLS student. We are available to meet with families individually to provide counsel on the admissions process and offer an in-person overview and tour of the School.