LOCAL SCHOOLS | Tips for Parents
PALO ALTO HIGH SCHOOL (PALY) Palo Alto High School, commonly referred to as Paly, is a comprehensive high school celebrated for its rigorous academic programs, diverse extracurricular activities, and strong emphasis on the arts. The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses, a robust college counseling program, and a variety of clubs and sports teams. Paly has a vibrant community that fosters student engagement and
GUNN HIGH SCHOOL Gunn High School is known for its challenging academic environment and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. With a focus on student well-being and support, Gunn offers various AP classes, clubs, and athletics, allowing students to explore their interests. The school’s commitment to innovation in education, including a strong technology program, makes it a
TERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Terman Middle School provides a nurturing environment that focuses on academic growth and social development. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education with a variety of programs, including a strong arts curriculum and numerous extracurricular activities. Terman also prioritizes community involvement, fostering strong connections between
top choice for many families. www.gunn.paloaltopta.org
students, staff, and families. www.terman.pausd.org
achievement. www.paly.net
Four Steps To Selecting A School For Your Child
TIPS FOR PARENTS
STEP 1 Understand your child’s need When selecting an school for your child it is important to take into account your child’s individual needs, learning style, interests, and goals when making this decision. STEP 2 Research on different Schools Once parents know what type of a school their child will benefit in, they should start researching those schools and make a list. By researching different schools, parents can get an in-depth understanding of the educational opportunities that each school provides and determine which school would be best suited for their child’s needs. Additionally, researching on different schools can provide parents with insight into the safety and security measures that are in place at each school, and give them a better idea of the quality of education they will be providing for their child.
STEP 3 Visit the shortlisted schools Once parents have made a list of the shortlisted schools, the next step should be to visit them. Visiting different schools gives parents an opportunity to assess the quality and worthiness of each school and determine which one is best suited for their child. STEP 4 Application Form For a parent, the final step to selecting a school for your child should be to apply to the top selected schools. It’s important for parents not to restrict themselves only to one school application and apply to at least 2-3 best schools in case the child doesn’t get selected in one of them. Also its important for parents to start the application process as soon as possible before the school stops taking in more students.
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