Mayfield Junior School Admissions Viewbook

Meet Mayfield

Our students are everything.

Meet TAI Class of 2023

Thoughtful, creative, and confident, Tai has a knack for finding her own path. Whether working on an experiment in science class or raising the bar a few inches more for the high jump, she approaches every challenge with determination and an open mind. When applying to Mayfield in 5th grade, Tai’s mom wrote how she hoped her daughter would become a role model for younger students.

Today Tai is a leader as Mayfield’s Student Body President. The eighth-grade year will be busy – often tough, but that’s okay - new situations and responsibilities make Tai brave.

AT MAYFIELD, OUR STUDENTS ARE EVERYTHING. THE WHOLE-CHILD EDUCATION WE PROVIDE ENCOURAGES EVERY STUDENT TO GROW AND THRIVE AS INDIVIDUALS. I AM BLESSED TO JOIN THEM IN THIS JOYFUL JOURNEY. — JOE SCIUTO | HEAD OF SCHOOL

M I SS I ON Mayfield Junior School, a Catholic independent school founded and sponsored by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, implements the philosophy of the Holy Child Schools which is based on trust and reverence for the dignity of every person. We are committed to the religious and educational development of each child and to maintaining a sense of community and family spirit that welcomes people of diverse backgrounds. At Mayfield each child is challenged to reach his or her potential. We encourage our students to respond to the needs of our time with compassion, integrity and confidence in God and in their own gifts.

EDUCATIONAL VISION STATEMENT Guided by our Holy Child heritage, we provide a distinctive educational experience that balances tradition and innovation in an intellectually challenging and creative environment. Students discover their best selves as they question, collaborate, and connect in a joyful community.

Meet Sebi Class of 2028

Third grader Sebi spreads positive vibes everywhere he goes. Cheerful and easygoing, his joyful outlook is contagious.

Sebi loves playing on Xbox with his brothers and reading Harry Potter with his Dad on Saturday mornings before anyone else wakes up. On the playground or in the classroom (the library is his favorite!), Sebi enjoys his friends, loves to learn, and participates to the fullest with a mix of independence, curiosity, and determination.

GOALS FOR SCHOOLS OF THE HOLY CHILD GOAL 1

Holy Child Schools foster a faith commitment that engenders a joyous personal relationship with God in addressing the challenges of the world.

GOAL 2

Holy Child Schools live, learn, and worship as a dynamic Christian community.

GOAL 3

Holy Child Schools offer an intellectually challenging and creative program of study that develops a love of learning and academic excellence.

GOAL 4

Holy Child Schools work for Christian principles of justice, peace, and compassion in every facet of life.

GOAL 5

Holy Child Schools create a learning climate based on trust and reverence for the dignity and uniqueness of each person.

GOAL 6

Holy Child Schools promote the personal growth and development of all who participate in the life of the school.

GOAL 7

Holy Child Schools ensure the continuation and growth of Holy Child mission and philosophy in the school.

APPLYING IS EASY

Below is a summary of the admissions process. Detailed information and links are available on our website. The Admissions Office is ready to answer any questions you may have. Contact us at (626) 796-2774 or admissions@mayfieldjs.org.

INQUIRE/VISIT

Complete an online inquiry and register for an Open House Tour.

• Links to register for an Open House Tour are available in your completed inquiry confirmation.

• Upon receipt of your completed inquiry, you will receive login credentials via email to access the online application.

Kindergarten to Grade 8 Open House and Tours The two-hour open house/tour includes an introduction from MJS administration, overview of the curriculum, classroom visits, and connections with faculty, students, and current parents. Students applying for grades 4-8 are welcome to attend.

Tuesdays 9:00 – 11:00am: October 17, November 7, January 10

APPLY

Submit the online application with the $100 application fee.

• Upon receipt of application, MJS will contact you to schedule the student visit and academic screening.

• Review online checklist for required supporting documents.

IMPORTANT DATES

Kindergarten Application Preferred Deadline • December 15, 2023 Kindergarten to Grade 8 Application and Supporting Documents Deadline • January 16, 2024 Mayfield and Pasadena Area Independent School Notification Date • March 8, 2024

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Mayfield Junior School allocates a generous budget for need-based tuition assistance. In the 2022-2023 school year, Mayfield provided financial assistance to 23 percent of our students, with awards that range from 7 to 96 percent of tuition. More information is available on our website.

Meet Rosalind Class of 2026

Rosalind loves to laugh - with friends, her parents, or just cracking herself up with an observation or thought. Deeply curious, she is an avid reader and will quickly share her unique perspective in even the shortest conversations. Genuine and charming, Rosalind is a philosopher in mary-janes.

Ready to soak it all in.

Meet Guy Class of 2027

Guy can solve a Rubik’s Cube in 1 minute and 18 seconds. It is not surprising he excels at math and loves coding and programming. Don’t let the studious glasses and serious look fool you, though.

Curious and sharp, Guy has a great sense of humor, is a keen musician (piano, guitar and a singer), and loves being with his “super funny family.”

Meet Eleanor Class of 2024

Athlete, scientist, dancer, baker – future zoologist. Eleanor has many interests and loves learning new things. With dreams of being an Olympian – she also wants to study environmentalism and biology in college and then travel to the Galapagos Islands to study diverse ecosystems. Eleanor is quick to say her teachers and friends inspire her. Confident, curious, and focused, she leads by example and thinks we all need to listen to each other more.

The sky’s the limit- there is no stopping Eleanor.

HIGH SCHOOL AND STUDENT SUCCESS A Mayfield Junior School education comes full circle when the time comes to send our eighth graders off to high school and out into the world.

Mayfield graduates are accepted to and attend the top high schools within the greater Los Angeles area and beyond. The school takes an active role in assisting with the application process and works in partnership with students and parents to help each student make thoughtful, well-informed decisions.

• Annual High School Options Night: A community event held on Mayfield’s campus that brings representatives from independent schools from all over the West coast, the Southwest region and even the East coast together to share information about their schools.

• High School Guidance: In the fall of the eighth-grade year, students and their parents may choose to schedule a guidance conference. Students are provided information and support to help make informed decisions.

• Application Process Information Night: Details the logistics and timing of the application process and students receive information on HSPT/ISEE test prep courses that are available in the area.

• School visits: Both off-campus visits and on-campus special assemblies are arranged with local schools.

• Interview Skills: Coaching for interviews is available.

In keeping with our mission, the goal of the high school application process is to ensure the placement of each student in a school environment best suited to his or her academic strengths, personal interests and individual needs.

Meet Ethan Class of 2022

Friendship means a lot to Ethan. He remembers the moment he and his best friend met on the first day of kindergarten. Fast forward to his eighth-grade year, and he was a bit sentimental.

Ethan grew up at Mayfield. Exuberant and a bit mischievous in the early years to even and dependable by 8th grade, Ethan embraced all Holy Child offered him. He took chances, excelled at math, was a team player on the court or field, and spoke confidently. Graduation allowed him to appreciate what he gained, and take it forward.

Meet Casper Class of 2029

Casper is a very energetic kid.

Everything he does is fast- when talking (very fast), a whole series of expressions can pass across his face in minutes- you must pay attention. Math is his subject. Video games challenge him. Friends make him happy.

Meet Natalia Class of 2023

Natalia loves hiking with her family and spending time with her baby sister.

Quiet and humble. Natalia joined the debate team to challenge herself, and to become a more confident speaker.

She has learned in her nearly nine years at MJS that taking chances is worth it.

No matter the outcome, give it a try, and you will be supported.

Meet Jackson Class of 2023

Passionate, hard-working, creative.

Jackson has been dancing since he was 4-years old, and he loves it. Jackson also loves being a regular kid – hanging out with his friends, learning new things, enjoying time with his family.

His talent as a dancer, the dedication and drive, seem to come from a place of faith, a deep belief in himself and a peacefulness that both contrasts and compliments the high-energy pace of his dance. Artist and student of life.

20 THINGS

A Mayfield education offers countless opportunities for each child to grow in heart, mind and spirit. Twenty is just the beginning.

Recognize your potential to make positive change in our world.

Ponder cause and connection in Humanities.

Program a robot.

Design a prototype using innovative solutions.

Lead 600 people in prayer.

Practice teamwork on the volleyball court.

Make friends for a lifetime.

Expand your perspective through service learning.

Sing a solo in a dramatic production.

Participate in a national Biomimicry competition.

Inspire others in stewardship for the earth.

Share your ideas with confidence.

Advocate for peace and justice.

Mentor younger students.

Discover a love for poetry.

Collaborate in creative problem solving.

Solve a quadradic equation.

Learn about diverse cultures in World Languages.

Explore biological complexity on Catalina Island.

Love coming to school every day.

Meet James Class of 2029

James rides his blue bike to school almost every day. It is kinda his thing.

He knows it is better for the environment and he gets to spend extra time with his dad (who rides with him). Win win.

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