Indianapolis Monthly – Private Education Special

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Multiple Choice

With so many private-school options, picking the right one requires some homework.

by Julie Young

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Every parent wants his or her child to be at the head of the class, and with so many educational options in Central Indiana, every student has the opportunity to succeed. Whether a family is interested in a challenging college-preparatory curriculum, a faith-based education, or global diversity, there’s something for everyone in the area’s slate of private schools.

But choosing an institution isn’t always an easy process. It requires research and long-term vision. With so many school options, local education pros say it’s important for a family to seriously consider their values and needs before narrowing the field, creating a short list of contenders, and scheduling visits to each.

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Why consider a private school?

It’s no secret that private schools have a lot to offer a prospective student. As independent entities, they play by their own sets of rules and often have flexibility that cannot be found in public institutions. Over the years, private schools have become known for their small class sizes, high graduation rates, challenging course curriculum, and a wide range of extracurricular activities. They also strive to foster a family atmosphere on campus, where students are nurtured rather than numbered and where every-

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body knows the student’s name.

“You can’t hide in a private school,” says Nancy Webster, director of admission for University High School. She says that in addition to offering a rigorous college-prep curriculum backed by individualized instruction, her educators are invested emotionally and professionally in every child’s academic career.

“We make a point of getting to know them,” Webster says. “We pair [students] up with a faculty mentor who will help them find their niche, get involved in school activities, and enable them to grow and thrive.” That mentor is with the student all four years.

Private institutions also offer individuals the chance to dabble in a wide range of activities that develop the body, the mind, and the spirit.

“We want them to do a little bit of everything because that’s how they become that well-rounded individual that

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colleges are looking for,” says Cathy Chapelle, director of strategic communications at Park Tudor School. “On our campus, we have 20 varsity teams at our upper level. We have students who participate in Habitat for Humanity, and our clubs run the gamut. If our students can find a faculty member willing to sponsor the club, they can start it.”

Know what to look for For all of their similarities, there are a lot of differences in private schools as well. Throughout the year, they hold open houses, shadow days, public tours, and a number of other events designed to meet prospective students and parents and talk about their mission. During these events, families learn about each school’s statistics, including

enrollment, graduation rate, and how much money was awarded in scholarships to graduates; information about course offerings; Advanced Placement opportunities; and what extracurricular options are available.

While these events are a great place to start, it’s important that parents delve deeper in order to determine if a particular school is the right match for their child.

“The single most important question that a parent needs to answer is, what do we want for our child?” says Paul Lunsford, president of Guerin Catholic High School.

Jerry Stayton, secondary principal of Heritage Christian middle and high schools, points out that every school has its strengths and areas upon which they can improve.

“Parents need to think about the kind of education their child needs and the

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gifts that they have in order to find a place that fits,” he says.

For some families, faith is important, and they want a school that has a religious component and service hours required for graduation. For others, the focus is more on athletics and fine arts.

Still, others are all about finding the school that offers the most challenging classes available in hopes that it will lead to a prestigious university. The trick is finding your child’s niche, along with the school that will offer them the most opportunity.

Just as no two students are exactly alike, no two private schools are the same, even if on the surface they appear to be neck and neck.

“I’m often asked what makes our school different from another Catholic institution, but I can’t answer that,” Lunsford says. “I am not in their boardrooms, so I don’t know what goes on there. I know what we are planning in order to help us meet our mission, which is to help students understand that God has a plan for their lives and over the course of four years, discern how to answer to that will.”

Other schools try to differentiate themselves from the competition by showcasing the opportunities that await incoming students. Like other private schools in Central Indiana, the International School of Indiana offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. But there, it’s open to students in preschool through grade 12—not just those in high school.

“It is a challenging program that cultivates the next generation of well-rounded, global thinkers and prepares them for jobs that haven’t been invented yet,” says Natalie Wolfe, International School’s director of admissions, upper school. “A lot of schools do offer the IB diploma, but we are the only school in the state to offer the primary and middle-years program to

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A range of opportunities

Visit gocathedral.com for more information on admissions and to find out about our new Cathedral 360 Personalized Education Experience.

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all of our students. We do not limit it to those who fall within the top tier of their class.”

With the quest for college acceptance becoming more and more competitive, schools are doing all they can to stand out themselves but also to give students an edge. In addition to the IB program found at both the International School and Guerin Catholic, Park Tudor offers the Global Scholars program for nearly half of its juniors and seniors, which includes a two-year “Philosophies of Knowing” course, AP exams, four years of foreign language, an independent research project, community service, and self-assessments.

“It’s an incredible program that really helps prepare them for college,” Chapelle says.

University High School strives to staff faculty members who are not overwhelmed by huge classes, who believe in hands-on learning experiences, and who not only teach a class but have practical experience in the field as well.

“If I am a parent looking into a school, I would want to know that the teachers my son or daughter have are not overwhelmed reading 180 essays at night,” Webster says. “I would want to make sure that my child was actually participating in a lab and not just observing or taking notes, and above all, I want to know that the teacher has a passion for their particular subject, as well as the expertise to back it up.”

While visiting a school, find out all you can about the curriculum, how many AP classes it offers, and what extracurricular, service, and athletic opportunities exist. Take it all in, and make a list of the pros and cons of each school you tour.

Beyond the visit, however, it’s important to connect with others who are ensconced at each school you’re considering and who can offer an honest perspective on what to expect.

“Visits can give you great clarity, but it is really important to go out and find those people who have actually experienced the product,” Lunsford says. “Talk to the students. Talk to the moms and dads. Talk

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to the graduates. Those are the conversations that will be the most beneficial.”

The bottom line A private education does not come cheap, and financial aid is largely dependent on the entity. Though the thought of paying thousands of dollars to send your child to a private school may cause you to reconsider the whole idea, first talk to the school about your situation and find out what financial aid is available.

Many private schools offer merit- and need-based scholarships, payment plans, and multiple-child discounts. There are other ways to make private education affordable, such as scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs), the state voucher program, and the generosity of alumni and others who see the value in what

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private schools have to offer and want to give back.

“Paying for a private education is a sacrifice, but it’s one our parents want to make for their kiddos,” Wolfe says.

It isn’t always easy, and some schools have more resources than others to dole out scholarships and financial aid. Last year, Park Tudor gave out more than $3 million in financial aid to families.

University High School awarded $1.4 million, primarily in financial aid, and Guerin Catholic distributed more than $1 million.

“People assume that everyone who goes to a private school is rich, and that is just not the case at all,” Stayton says. “While there are some families in a private school who may have a little more wealth, most are just middle-class citizens who get a little help through one of the financial-aid programs available.”

The SGO program enables families to

donate money in order to receive a tax break and then apply for a scholarship later on. The voucher program allows public-school families who have lived in the district for several years and who meet the qualifications to apply for an award that can reduce the cost of private school by $4,000 to $5,000 per year.

Another cost-saver benefits those who home-school. Heritage Christian is piloting a program that lets a very small number of home-schooled students take a course if the school has availability.

“Sometimes Mom or Dad doesn’t feel too confident teaching AP chemistry or there is no one in the co-op who can teach it,” Stayton says. “If there is room in one of our classes, we welcome them to come and see what Heritage Christian is all about. Today’s private schools have the opportunity to be flexible, and when we are flexible, we are often more affordable than people think.”

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cathedral high School

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR A LIFETIME OF SCHOLARSHIP, LEADERSHIP & SERVICE. Meet our faculty. Tour our campus. Discover what a challenging and engaging Christ-centered school can offer your student.

COMITTED TO EXCELLENCE: 94% of the Class of 2014 were accepted to and are attending their first choice college.

The 2014 class of 66 students was offered $6.7 million in merit-based scholarships.

Immersion learning opportunities available through J-Term internships and international travel.

ACT and SAT scores consistently above state and national averages.

COVENANT OFFERS:

OPEN HOUSE DATES

College Prep Curriculum

November 4, 2014 7:00 pm January 27, 2015 7:00 pm February 24, 2015 7:00 pm March 17, 2015 7:00 pm

Vibrant Fine-Arts and Drama Program 15 AP and Dual-Credit courses International Student Program 17 Varsity and 2 Club Sports 12 : 1 Student-Teacher ratio School Choice Program participant Unique Weekly Flex Schedule Award-Winning World Languages Program

More information about our open houses, shadow dates and school details are located on our website.

Covenant Christian

HIGH SCHOOL COVENANTCHRISTIAN.ORG 7525 W. 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN 317.390.0202

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Although the school year has barely gotten underway, you may already be thinking about 2015. If private education is something you’re considering for your son or daughter, it’s not too early to start doing your research. It’s a smart idea to attend an open house, during which you can gather insight as to what a school can offer in terms of academics, athletics, and extracurricular activities.

Consider it your assignment to mark your calendar for one of the following open houses.

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Photos courtesy covenant christian high school, fortune academy, roncalli high school, international school of indiana, scecina memorial high school, cardinal ritter high school, holy cross lutheran school, and the orchard school

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PREPARE FOR SUCCESS

Roncalli High School is a Catholic high school that embraces our student’s God-given gifts to help them develop faith-based goals and morals so that they may fulfill their intended vocation in life. Through challenging our students in academics, the arts, athletics and service, they develop the habits and discipline necessary to make a lasting contribution to the world.

Take a closer look. Open House - November 6, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. RONCALLI.ORG

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Bishop Chatard High School

Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School

Cardinal Ritter High School

5885 Crittenden Ave. 251-1451, bishopchatard.org

2801 W. 86th St. 524-7050, brebeuf.org

3360 W. 30th St. 924-4333, cardinalritter.org

times and dates: 5:30–8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6 No RSVP or pre-registration is required. details: The annual Bishop Chatard High School open house provides interested families the opportunity to take a student-led tour; discuss the diverse course offerings with Bishop Chatard teachers; learn about the wide variety of extracurricular activities, athletic, and fine-arts programs from students, moderators, and coaches; and gain a deeper understanding of the value of learning in a high school focused on faith. for more information: Tyler Mayer, 2511451, ext. 2228, tmayer@bishopchatard.org

times and dates: Noon–3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 5–7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 Registration is preferred. To do so, call 5247190 or visit the admissions tab at brebeuf.org.

times and dates: 6–8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6 No RSVP or pre-registration is required. details: At the Cardinal Ritter Open House, prospective families can tour the school and talk with current students, teachers, and administrators about day-to-day life at CRHS. The gym will be full of booths displaying the dozens of athletic teams and extracurricular activities students can join. for more information: Katy Myers, 927-7825, ext. 117, kmyers@cardinalritter.org

details: Join members of the Brebeuf Jesuit faculty and staff, along with hundreds of current students, who will be on campus to welcome guests to the school’s open house.

Families can enjoy a student-guided tour of the school, get expert answers to their questions about Brebeuf’s rigorous academic programming, learn more about clubs and co-curriculars, and meet with coaches about athletic opportunities. for more information: Liz Otteson, 524-7090, lotteson@brebeuf.org

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Cathedral High School 5225 E. 56th St. 542-1481, gocathedral.com times and dates: 5:30–8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 Noon–2 p.m. Sunday, April 19, 2015 Registration is not required, but it is suggested.

To do so, visit gocathedral.com/openhouse.

details: Students and families can experience firsthand the aspects of life at Cathedral that create its tradition of excellence. Guests have the opportunity to attend an optional Mass at 5 p.m. (fall open house only); enjoy a student-led tour of the school’s 40-acre campus; interact with teachers, coaches, and club moderators; meet students, parents, and alumni; learn about summer camps for younger children; and experience the spirit and tradition of Cathedral with the “Irish Welcome” program at the conclusion of the open house. for more information: Duane Emery, 968-7370, demery@gocathedral.com

Covenant Christian High School 7525 W. 21st St. 390-0202, covenantchristian.org times and dates: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2015 No RSVP or pre-registration is required. details: Meet the faculty, tour the campus, and discover what a challenging and engaging Christcentered school has in store for your student.

Guests can also spend time at Covenant Christian on one of its shadow days.

Call the school to schedule your visit on one of the following dates: Sept. 9 & 25; Oct. 7; Nov. 6 & 18; Dec. 5 & 11; Jan. 29, 2015; Feb. 10 & 26, 2015; March 12, 2015; April 10 & 28, 2015; and May 5, 2015. for more information: Barb Moes, 390-0202, ext. 207, barbmoes@covenant christian.org September 2014 | IM 107

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FORTUNE ACADEMY

Education As Unique As She Is.

5626 Lawton Loop E. Dr. 377-0544, thefortuneacademy.org times and dates: 7–8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21 RSVPs are appreciated.

Take the first step in unleashing your child’s true potential. Visit parktudor.org for more information, or call 317.415.2777. details: Fortune Academy’s open house provides on-site tours for parents seeking an individualized private education for their struggling student. With a 6:1 student-toteacher ratio, Orton-Gillingham instruction, and experienced staff, the school specializes in educating students with specific languagelearning differences, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and ADHD. A question-and-answer session will be incorporated into the tour. for more information and to rsvp: Andrea Corey, acorey@thefortuneacademy.org

Upper School Open House - Thursday, October 30 Application deadline for 9-12 - Friday, December 12 Application deadline for JK-8 - Friday, January 23, 2015

GUERIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 15300 Gray Rd., Noblesville 582-0120, guerincatholic.org

The Orchard School

If you inspire me,

will Iamaze you Could I be an engineer?

Could I be an accountant?

Could I be a scientist?

Could I be an author?

Could I be a pharmacist?

Could I be surgeon?

Could I be an interpreter?

Visit One Could I be an organic farmer?

Of Our Open Houses!

Could I be a sculptor? November 2 • 1 - 3 p.m.

December 9 • 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Could I be a historian?

January 27 • 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Could I be a choreographer?

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Preschool Through Grade 8

time and date: 1–3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 No RSVP or pre-registration is required.

Now Enrolling Financial Assistance Available New Preschool Age Cut Off New Preschool Pricing Options New Middle School Merit Scholarship All Inclusive Tuition Extended Day Options Summer Camp Programs

details: Open house guests will attend a brief presentation in the school’s gymnasium, take tours of the school, and learn more through information sessions on financial aid, campus ministry, and athletics. for more information: Chyrise King, 582-0120, ext. 279 HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 6401 E. 75th St. 849-3441, heritagechristian.net times and dates: All-school open houses: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015 6 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2015

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Elementary school coffee: 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2015 RSVP at heritagechristian.net. details: Prospective families have an opportunity to take a campus tour, speak with teachers and administrators, visit an HCS Spirit Fair, learn about alumni outcomes, and receive info about School Choice Indiana. for more information: Carlee Ingle, 8493441, ext. 215, carlee.ingle@heritagechristian.net

Holy Cross Lutheran School 8115 Oaklandon Rd. 826-1234, hclc.info/school time and date: 6–8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13

details: Holy Cross Lutheran School invites interested families to visit with staff and students during guided and self-guided tours.

Parents and children are both welcome to attend. Food will be provided, and there will be opportunities to ask questions about the curriculum and extracurricular activities. for more information: Shanna Duff, 826-1234, sduff@hclc.info International School of Indiana Michigan Road campus: 4330 N. Michigan Rd. 49th Street campus: 200 W. 49th St. 923-1951, isind.org

times and dates: “Classes in Action” Lower School open houses at the 49th Street campus for 3 years old through grade 3: 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015 September 2014 | IM 109

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Upper School open houses at the Michigan Road campus for grades 4–12: 2–5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 2–5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015 RSVP by contacting the admissions office at 923-1951, ext. 369. details: Competition is fierce for college admissions and scholarships. What can you do to give your child a competitive advantage? Learn more about the exemplary educational opportunities that await your child at the International School of Indiana. Join the “Classes in Action” open houses and see firsthand why the International Baccalaureate curriculum and global-immersion program are getting so much attention at the collegiate level. International School has the tools your child needs to succeed, including athletics, the arts, language immersion, small class sizes, and a personalized curriculum. for more information: Upper School: Natalie Wolfe, 923-1951, ext. 369, nwolfe@ isind.org. Lower School: Kate Lock, 923-1951, ext. 110, klock@isind.org

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THE ORCHARD SCHOOL 615 W. 64th St. 251-9253, orchard.org times and dates: 1–3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 8:30–10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 8:30–10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015 No RSVP or pre-registration is required.

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details: The open house will begin with an introduction by the head of school. Orchard’s preschool/elementary school director and its middle school director will also speak briefly about its preschool–8th-grade program. You can spend the rest of the time on a guided tour of the 43-acre campus and meet teachers and many current families and students. for more information: Kristen Hein, 713-5705, khein@orchard.org

PARK TUDOR SCHOOL

We believe your child is IB ready. Come visit our “Classes in Action” Open Houses and see how we are Leaders in IB education for all.

7200 N. College Ave. 415-2700, parktudor.org

Pre-school – Grade 3 – Thursday, October 16 and Tuesday, November 18 Grade 4 -12 – Sunday, November 9

time and date: Upper School (grades 9–12): 6–8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30 Pre-registration is requested via parktudor.org. details: Prospective students in grades 9–12 and their parents will be able to tour the school and visit classrooms; hear from school administrators, faculty, and current students;

Ready for the world Stage 200 W 49th Street | 4330 N Michigan Road Indianapolis, IN 46208 | (317) 923-1951 | www.ISIND.org

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and explore clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular activities during Park Tudor’s open house. for more information: Barb Skinner, 4152776, bskinner@parktudor.org Roncalli High School 3300 Prague Rd. 787-8277, roncalli.org time and date: 6–8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6 No RSVP or pre-registration is required.

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details: Roncalli High School invites all prospective students in fifth through eighth grades to attend its open house on Thursday, Nov. 6. All facets of school life at Roncalli will be on display. Students will be able to visit information booths on all academic, athletic, extracurricular, and service organizations and have an opportunity to speak with teachers, coaches, club moderators, school administrators, and current students. Tours of the school will be available throughout the entire two-hour period. for more information: Allie Ross, 787-8277, ext. 243, aross@roncalli.org

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Scecina Memorial High School 5000 Nowland Ave. 356-6377, scecina.org time and date: 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9 Register online at scecina.org/openhouse.

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details: The Scecina Memorial open house offers prospective students and families the opportunity to explore the academic and co-curricular areas of Scecina Memorial High School. Each guest will create an individualized “course schedule” to follow that evening.

Courses will include a brief presentation of the subject area or department, followed by a short Q&A with the staff. Families are encouraged to arrive early and create their course schedules before the opening presentation at 6 p.m. for more information: Kelsey Abelein, 356-6377, ext. 1311

SYCAMORE SCHOOL 1750 W. 64th St. 202-2500, sycamoreschool.org time and date: 1–3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12 No RSVP or pre-registration is required. details: Parents and families have the opportunity to tour the facilities; speak with current students, parents, teachers, and administrators about the school, the curriculum, and the admissions process; pick up an admissions packet; ask questions about financial aid; sign up for a Wednesday parent tour; and schedule intelligence/achievement testing. Contact the school at 202-2544 to schedule a Wednesday tour or if you have an open-house question. for more information: Susan Karpicke, 202-2510, skarpicke@sycamoreschool.org

UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL

YOUR BEST FRIEND IS WAITING FOR YOU. ADOPT.

2825 W. 116th St., Carmel 733-4475, universityhighschool.org times and dates: 2–4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21 2–4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 2–4 p.m. Sunday, March 8, 2015 No RSVP or pre-registration is required.

adoptarpo.org | 317-774-8292

Welcome to Success!

Fortune Academy serves students 1st-12th grade with language learning differences such as dyslexia and ADHD. What we do...

• Direct instruction with a 6 to 1 student to teacher ratio.

• Teach using the Orton-Gillingham approach.

• Build upon each students' strengths.

• Remediation in areas of weakness.

• We offer both College Preparatory and General Diploma track degrees.

• We are ISACS accredited and one of only 13 schools in the country accredited by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators.

Fortune Academy (formerly The Hutson School) • 5626 Lawton Loop East Dr. • Indianapolis, IN 46216 www.thefortuneacademy.org • (317) 377-0544 • call today to schedule a tour!

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details: At a University High School open house, visitors will get a personalized tour of the school from a UHS student or parent. They will also have an opportunity to meet UHS faculty members and coaches and learn about its one-of-a-kind mentoring program, college counseling, January Term, one-to-one laptop program, and the school’s culture, mission, and educational philosophy. Guests are encouraged to come to the open house with any and all questions they have about University High School. for more information: Nancy Webster, 733-4475, ext. 102, nwebster@universityhigh school.org