HPA admissions brochure

Awaken the Joy of Learning

K- , Co-educational, Independent School in Pasadena

Who We Are High Point Academy awakens the joy of learning in each child. The school provides a nurturing environment that enables each student to flourish academically, emotionally, morally, physically, and socially. The challenging curriculum provides a traditional and balanced approach to ensure that students acquire tools for analytical thinking.

With faculty and family support, students develop the ability to pursue and organize knowledge throughout a lifetime.

20

Approximately

High Point Academy

FOUNDED IN 1965

STUDENTS PER CLASS

●After-school

ENRICHMENT CLASSES

FIELD TRIPS

(day and overnight trips)

●THURSDAY HOT LUNCH

Provided by School

CHOICE LUNCH During the Week

2 350 K-8 GRADES

CLASSES Per grade level (K-6)

STUDENTS

●BEFORE-SCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL CARE

HowWe Do It DEDICATED AND PASSIONATE FACULTY AND STAFF

• Recognition of students’ strengths and challenges to individually guide each student to achieve full potential • Differentiation of instruction and scaffolding of lessons to optimize learning for each student

ENGAGING AND CHALLENGING ACADEMIC PROGRAM • Robust literacy program that starts with Orton-Gillingham Phonics and guided reading groups in the primary grades, transitioning into literature circles and novel study in the upper grades • W riter’s Workshop, starting in kindergarten, that develops confident writers who are able to communicate effectively through a range of writing forms, including narrative, expository, descriptive, and persuasive

• C ohesive math program that differentiates according to student ability and need, highlighting problem solving and critical thinking • Interactive social studies and science programs • S TEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) program in a makerspace that engages students through the creative exploration and application of interdisciplinary content • Technology use that complements and enhances learning with devices available to all students

SAFE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT • Social and emotional learning embedded in daily curriculum • School-wide “Families” program led by 8th grade students that promotes connection and community across all grade levels • Student Support Team to ensure optimal learning and a positive school experience for all students

SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY • Community Engagement program with grade-level service/outreach projects • Extensive opportunities for parent volunteers • Student Council (7-8) • Parent Education Opportunities

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS • Differentiated math groups and classes (K-8) • Writer’s Workshop (K-6) • Fountas & Pinnell Reading Benchmark Assessment System (K-3) • Balanced Literacy • Orton-Gillingham Phonics (K-2) • FOSS Science (hands-on, inquiry-based, K-6) • Responsive Classroom and Morning Meetings • Advisory (5-8)

Specialist Classes include: • Physical Education classes every day • Music • Art and Design • STEAM • Library • Spanish • Variety of Junior High elective classes

Where We Live

The High Point six-acre campus is nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains near the Eaton Canyon Nature Reserve. Our facilities include the Sandi Brune Art Center, a music room, a makerspace, a science lab, and a library. Our regulation-size grass field includes expansive covered stadium seating. The athletic court has six basketball hoops and space for volleyball. The shaded amphitheater is adjacent to a rooftop playground, which includes a climbing wall and play structures.

Kindergarten and first grade have a dedicated playground with swings, a climbing structure, and ample space for outdoor games.

HIGH SCHOOL ACCEPTANCES The Class of 2024 received thousands of dollars in merit scholarships.

SCHOOLS ATTENDED BY HIGH POINT GRADUATES INCLUDE:

CS Arts Flintridge Prep Flintridge Sacred Heart Harvard Westlake School LACHSA

La Salle College Preparatory Loyola High School Maranatha High School Mayfield Senior School Notre Dame High School

Polytechnic School St. Francis High School The Buckley School The Webb Schools Westridge School

CLASS of 2024

ACCREDITATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS • California Association of Independent Schools • National Association of Independent Schools • Educational Records Bureau • Western Association of Schools & Colleges

We look forward to meeting you and your family!

Admission Inquiries High Point Academy welcomes Kindergarten through 8th grade applicants.

To apply, request information, or register for events, please visit: www.highpointacademy.org/apps/pages/Admission-Process

Contacts: KRISTIN HAINES Assistant Head of School Director of Admissions CHRISTINA MARTINEZ Admissions and Business Associate (626) 798.8989 admissions@highpointacademy.org

High Point Academy

1720 Kinneloa Canyon Road Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 798-8989 www.HighPointAcademy.org