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In recent years Laurel graduates have been accepted to the following schools:

Growing up. Moving on.

The University of Akron Albion College Alfred University Allegheny College American University Amherst College

Appalachian State University Arizona State University The University of Arizona The Art Institute of Boston The Art Institute of Chicago Ave Maria College Baldwin-Wallace College Bard College

Barnard College Bates College Belmont Abbey College Beloit College Bentley College Bethune-Cookman College Boston College Boston Conservatory Boston University

Bowling Green State University Brandeis University

University of British Columbia British University Brown University Bucknell University Butler University University of California Calvin College Cambridge University Carleton College Carnegie Mellon University Carson-Newman College Case Western Reserve University The Catholic University of America Centre College

University of Chicago University of Cincinnati Clark Atlanta University Clark University Cleveland Institute of Art Cleveland Institute of Music Cleveland State University Colby College

Colby-Sawyer College Colgate University College of Charleston College of the Holy Cross College of William and Mary The College of Wooster University of Colorado at Boulder Colorado College

Columbia University Connecticut College Cornell University

The Culinary Institute of America University of Dallas Dartmouth College Davidson College University of Dayton University of Delaware Denison University University of Denver DePaul University DePauw University Dickinson College Drew University Duke University Duquesne University Earlham College Eckerd College University of Edinburgh Elmira College Elon University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Emerson College

Emory University Eugene Lang College —

New School University Fairfield University

Fairleigh Dickinson University Fisk University

University of Florida Florida Southern College Fordham University Fort Lewis College

Franklin and Marshall College Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering Furman University

Gannon University George Mason University Georgetown University

The George Washington University Gettysburg College

Grinnell College Grove City College University of Guelph Hamilton College Hampton University University of Hartford Hartwick College Harvard University Harvey Mudd College Haverford College Heidelberg College Hiram College

Hobart and William Smith Colleges Hofstra University Hollins University Hood College Hope College University of Illinois Indiana University Iona College Ithaca College

James Madison University John Carroll University Johns Hopkins University The Juilliard School Kalamazoo College University of Kansas Kent State University Kenyon College Lafayette College Lake Forest College Lasell College Lehigh University

Lewis & Clark College Loyola College in Maryland Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago Loyola University New Orleans Lynchburg College

Lynn University Macalester College University of Maine Manhattan School of Music Manhattanville College Mannes College of Music Marquette University University of Maryland University of Mary Washington University of Massachusetts Massachusetts Institute of Technology McGill University

Miami University University of Miami University of Michigan Michigan State University Middlebury College University of Mississippi Mount Holyoke College Mount Union College Muskingum College

New England Conservatory of Music University of New Hampshire New York University

The University of North Carolina Northeastern Ohio Universities

College of Medicine Northeastern University Northern Arizona University Northwestern University University of Notre Dame Oberlin College Ohio Northern University The Ohio State University Ohio University Ohio Wesleyan University University of Oxford Pace University University of the Pacific University of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University University of Pittsburgh Pitzer College Pomona College Princeton University Purdue University Quinnipiac University University of Redlands Reed College Regis University

Rhode Island School of Design Rhodes College Rice University University of Richmond Rider University Roanoke College University of Rochester Rochester Institute of Technology Rollins College

Saint Louis University University of San Diego Santa Clara University Sarah Lawrence College

Savannah College of Art and Design Scripps College

Sewanee: The University of the South Skidmore College

Smith College

University of South Carolina University of Southern California Southern Methodist University Spelman College

Springfield College University of St. Andrews St. Andrews Presbyterian College St. John’s College

St. Lawrence University St. Mary’s College of Maryland St. Olaf’s College

Stanford University State University of New York Stetson University

Susquehanna University Swarthmore University Syracuse University The University of Tampa University of Tennessee University of Texas Thiel College University of Toledo University of Toronto Trinity College Tufts University Tulane University Union College

United States Naval Academy Ursuline College Valparaiso University Vanderbilt University Vassar College University of Vermont University of Victoria Villanova University University of Virginia Wake Forest University University of Washington Washington and Jefferson College Washington and Lee University Washington College

Washington State University Washington University — St. Louis Wellesley College

Wesleyan University Western Carolina University University of Western Ontario Wheaton College

Whittier College Williams College University of Wisconsin Wittenberg University Wright State University Xavier University Yale University York University

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Application Process

and Timeline

Primary School

Thank you for your interest in applying to Laurel School. Laurel seeks

to enroll students who are prepared to be successful academically

and to contribute positively to the school community as a whole.

Laurel School accepts applications for our Primary School (Kindergarten-Grade 4) throughout the year. Our admissions timeline is:

Grade 4

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December 15, 2014 – Application and Financial Assistance deadline

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January 16, 2015 – Notification of Admission and Financial Assistance

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January 30, 2015 – Response due to the School

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After January 30, 2015 – Rolling admissions as space allows

Kindergarten - Grade 3

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February 17, 2015 – Application and Financial Assistance deadline

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February 27, 2015 – Notification of Admission and Financial Assistance

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March 11, 2015 – Response due to the School

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After March 11, 2015 – Rolling admissions as space allows

We will be happy to work with you every step of the way to make this a positive and comfortable experience for your family. Please do not

hesitate to contact the Admissions Office at 216.464.0946 or [email protected] with any questions.

Admissions Checklist

There are two ways to apply for admission:

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Online at www.laurelschool.org/admission

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Paper application

A complete application will consist of the following:

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Application

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$40 non-refundable application fee

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Parent/guardian questionnaire

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Parent visit to Laurel

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Student visit and academic screening

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Teacher recommendation to be completed by current teacher

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Records from candidate’s current school

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Laurel at a Glance

Enrollment

In 2014/15, 634 students from throughout the Cleveland area attend Laurel. They come from as far west as Westlake, as far east as Mentor, and as far south as Medina.

Total Enrollment . . . 634 Upper School . . . .272 Middle School . . . 166 Primary School . . . 118 Pre-Primary School . . . 78

Demographic Profile

School systems represented at Laurel . . . 41

Families in the school . . . .574

Families with two children at Laurel . . . 80

Families with three or more children at Laurel . . . 12

Alumnae . . . 4,700 Student-teacher ratio . . . .8:1

Academic Profile

2014 Graduates (class size, 67): College-bound . . . .100%

National Merit Finalists . . . .6

National Merit Semifinalists/Commended . . . .6

SAT Scores

Reading Class of ’14 middle 50% . . . 570–680 Class of ’14 high . . . . 800 Writing Class of ’14 middle 50% . . . 560–710 Class of ’14 high . . . .800 Math Class of ’14 middle 50% . . . .540–640 Class of ’14 high . . . .800

ACT Composite Scores

Class of ’14 middle 50% . . . 25–31 Class of ’14 high . . . .36

National average . . . 21

Extracurricular Life

Clubs, organizations available . . . .27

Total community service hours completed by the Class of 2014 . . . . 5,385 Varsity sports offered . . . 11

Junior Varsity sports offered . . . .8

Upper School student participation . . . .75-80% Seventh/Eighth Grade sports offered . . . .9

Seventh/Eighth Grade student participation . . . 85%

Transportation

Most students come to Laurel by public school bus, public transportation or carpool. Laurel, in partnership with University School, also provides expanded bus and shuttle transportation options at an additional cost. For specific information, call the Admissions Office at 216.464.0946.

Financial Profile

2013– 14 Laurel Fund . . . . $1,139,000 2013– 14 Operating expenses . . . $16,890,000 Percentage of revenue from tuition and fees . . . 93%

2013–14 Financial Aid budget . . . $2.5 million

2014–2015

Tuition

Pre-Primary School Early Learners . . . $7,550–12,800 Preschool . . . . $8,250–15,100 Prekindergarten . . . . $10,000–15,250 Primary School Kindergarten . . . $17,150 Grade 1 . . . .$19,000 Grades 2–4 . . . .$19,825 Middle School Grades 5–8 . . . . $22,000–23,550 Upper School Grades 9–12 . . . .$25,950–27,700

After School at Laurel

We offer enriched, supervised After-School Care for children in Eearly Learners-Grade 8 from dismissal–6:00 p.m. on days when school is in session. Supervised Play (Early Learners–Grade 4) offers a place to run and play or a quiet space to do homework. The Middle School Den (Grades 5–8) provides a supervised environ-ment to complete homework or read. In addition to the After-School Care options, we offer After-School Classes in private music instruction, dance, tae kwon do and tennis and other options.

Facilities

Laurel’s 11-acre suburban Lyman Campus comprises specially de-signed academic areas for Pre-Primary, Primary, Middle and Upper School stu-dents including the Mabel Shields Andrews Science Center, the Edna F. Lake Library and the Crile Library and Ruhlman Resource Center, the Tippit Gym-nasium, the Multipurpose Room, art and dance studios, Chapel theatre, playing fields and the Enchanted Playscape. The Butler Campus in Russell and Chester Townships offers 140 acres with world-class athletic facilities, including the 16,000-square-foot Butler Center for Fitness and Wellness, a pavilion, an Ad-venture Course, two lodges for curricular support, a 1,600-square-foot Magic Tree House and natural resources that make this site perfect for outdoor educa-tion, leadership building and athletics.

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Financial Information

Tuition and Fees

Payment Options

Consider Laurel

A Laurel education is a major investment in your daugh-ter’s potential and will help create a lifetime of opportunities.

Everyone at Laurel receives financial assistance in one way or another. Tuition and fees cover only a portion of the real cost of a Laurel education. The difference is met through annual donations (which total over $1,000,000 a year) and interest income from the school’s endowment.

2014–2015

Tuition

Kindergarten . . . .$17,150

Grade 1 . . . $19,000

Grades 2–4 . . . .$19,825

2014–2015

Fees & Expenses

A nutritious lunch is provided daily for all students.

Annual lunch rate K –Grade 4 . . . .$1,000 Books and materials fees

K–Grade 4 . . . .$260 Annual technology fee

K –Grade 4 . . . $450 Field trips are an important part of the learning experience and are assessed as follows:

K –Grade 4 . . . $165

School uniforms may be purchased through Schoolbelles, Lands’ End or the semiannual Laurel School Parents Association (LSPA) Used Uniform Sale.

We offer a variety of payment options from which you may choose. If you have any questions or if the following plans do not address your needs, please let us know:

Option 1 One-Pay Annual Payment Plan one lump-sum payment due August 15, 2015.

Option 2 One of the four Payment Plans administered by Tuition Management Systems* There is no interest charge, but a modest annual enrollment fee applies.

A. Twelve-Month Payment Plan – twelve equal monthly payments beginning July 1 and ending June 1 B. Ten-Month Payment Plan – ten equal monthly payments beginning July 1 and ending April 1 C. Quarterly Payment Plan – four equal payments on July 1, October 1, January 1 and April 1 D. Semi-Annual Payment Plan – two equal payments on August 15 and January 15

* Tuition Refund Insurance is required. The cost is 1% of the annual tuition.

Financial Aid FAQ

What is financial aid and who should apply?

Financial aid

is available to students in K – Grade 12. Grants are given on an annual

basis. While there is no obligation to repay them, we hope that

recipi-ents and their families will consider supporting Laurel in the future so

that others may benefit from the same opportunity. Our financial aid

program helps us enroll a well-qualified, diverse student body. The

school’s generous financial aid budget averages 17% of the yearly

operating budget. Financial aid awards range from several hundred to

several thousand dollars and are intended to supplement a family’s

resources. Awards are made not only to families whose ability to pay

is extremely limited, but also to those who may need only a small

sub-sidy. Families who have reviewed their financial situation and still find

the tuition prohibitive are encouraged to apply for financial aid.

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Financial Aid FAQ

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How do I apply for financial aid?

1. Check the box on the application to inform us of your interest in

applying for financial aid.

2. Starting on November 1, 2014, go to sss.secure.force.com/

familyportal.

3. Click on the prompt to begin your Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS).

You only need to complete one PFS even if you have several children

applying to Laurel School.

4. You will be asked to create a username and password that will allow

you to return to your PFS at a later date before submitting it. Your

in-formation will be secure.

5. You will be given instructions about submitting backup

documen-tation to SSS (School and Student Services).

Note: When you apply online, your information will be delivered

ac-curately and quickly to Laurel School, allowing us to make a quicker

decision about your eligibility for financial aid.

Call NAIS 800.344.8328 with any questions.

What if I am divorced or separated?

Both natural parents are

expected to contribute to their daughter’s education. In addition to

the custodial parent’s Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS), we will need

from the other natural parent a completed Financial Statement for

Parents Who are Separated or Divorced or Have Never Been Married.

The most recent Federal Income Tax Form 1040 and all supporting

schedules also must be sent to SSS.

How is financial aid determined?

Laurel is committed to

need-based financial aid. The Report of Parental Contribution, all

in-come-tax forms, and any other information you have submitted are

re-viewed by the Financial Aid Committee. Your daughter’s potential to

succeed academically and to become a contributing member of the

Laurel community is also considered.

When will I know?

The Financial Aid Committee does not

re-view financial aid requests until all financial aid paperwork is

com-plete and the candidate has been accepted for admission. Fourth

Grade applicants will be notified of their financial aid awards on

Jan-uary 16, 2015. Applicants for Kindergarten-Third Grade will be

no-tified on February 27, 2015. Every student who is offered admission

to the school and applies for financial aid is seriously considered by

the Financial Aid Committee but is not guaranteed an award.

Will my child receive financial aid in subsequent

years?

A family must reapply for financial aid each year. The

Finan-cial Aid Committee may change the amount of the award if there is a

significant change in the family’s circumstances.

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Please complete this form online or print out and return it to the Laurel School Admissions Office with your non-refundable application fee of $40. Please complete application prior to testing.

Candidate’s First name Middle Last

Preferred name or nickname Grade/year applying for

Birth date Home address

City State ZIP

Home phone

Current school Date enrolled Current grade

School address

City State ZIP

School principal and/or counselor School phone

Has student ever received severe disciplinary censure at any school or from the community? x Yes x No Asked to withdraw by a school? x Yes x No Expelled? x Yes x No

Please add any pertinent information

Family Data

Parent/guardian’s name x Mr. x Dr. x Mrs. x Ms.

Relationship to applicant Email address

Home address

City State ZIP

Home phone Business phone Cell phone

Occupation Company Business address

City State ZIP

Parent/guardian’s name x Mr. x Dr. x Mrs. x Ms.

Relationship to applicant Email address

Home address

City State ZIP

Home phone Business phone Cell phone

City State ZIP

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Name of stepparent x Mr. x Dr. x Mrs. x Ms. Home address

City State ZIP

Home phone Business phone

Cell phone Email address

City State ZIP

With whom does the applicant live?

Laurel Ties

Names of any close relatives who have attended Laurel:

Name Relationship Year of Graduation

Candidate’s Siblings

Name Date of Birth School Grade

Other Applications

To enable us to work better with you during the admission process and avoid calendar and deadline conf licts, please indicate all schools to which you are applying:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Signature

We have provided accurate information and agree that Laurel School may contact the school and persons listed herein for further information. If this application leads to the candidate’s attendance at Laurel, we agree to the policies and regulations of Laurel School as set by the Board of Trustees and administrated by the Head and staff.

Signature of parent or guardian Date

Do you plan to apply for financial assistance?

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Yes

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No

If yes, please refer to sss.nais.org to complete a Parent Financial Statement (available on November 1, 2014). Financial aid decisions are made

once a student has been accepted and the necessary forms for financial aid have been submitted to SSS.

Please send this form directly to:

Dream. Dare. Do.

Laurel School Admissions Office One Lyman Circle

Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122

www.LaurelSchool.org [email protected] Phone 216.464.0946 Fax 216.464.1446

An all girls’ school, K-12, with a coed Pre-Primary, Laurel School is proud to be an inclusive and equitable school community that welcomes students without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, handicap or disability or sexual orientation. Additionally, we actively seek faculty and staff without regard to these identifiers or gender.

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Parent Questionnaire

To be completed by a parent/guardian

This form is provided to give you the opportunity to tell us about your daughter. Please answer the questions below and feel free to include additional information.

Candidate’s name Nickname

Birth date Candidate for Grade

Schools attended by your daughter for up to the past four years:

School Location Dates Attended

Briefly describe the members of your family. What do you like to do together?

What are your daughter’s special talents or outstanding character traits?

What activities does your daughter particularly enjoy?

Does your daughter have any unusual physical conditions (hearing or vision impairment, allergies, illness, etc.)? If so, please describe the condition and the impact it has on your daughter’s life.

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Has your daughter ever been referred to a psychologist, psychiatrist or social worker? If so, please describe the circumstances.

Please share with us anything else you would like us to know about your daughter, including your short- and long-term goals for your daughter.

May we contact the candidate’s current teachers if we need information beyond that provided on the teacher recommendation form? (Any information offered will be kept confidential.) x Yes x No

To the best of my knowledge, the information above is accurate.

Please send this form directly to:

Dream. Dare. Do.

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Recommendation

To be completed by a current teacher and returned directly to Laurel School

Candidate’s name

Applicant for admission to x K x 1 x 2 x 3 x 4 Year applying for

Name of present school Phone

Address of school

City State ZIP

School Head Teacher’s name

Number of years and/or months child has attended school Size of class Please tell us what you consider to be the candidate’s greatest strengths and greatest weaknesses.

What has been the relationship between the child’s home and the school?

Has the child received any special help while at your school (speech, reading, math, psychological testing or counseling, etc.)?

Are there any special medical circumstances of which we should be aware?

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For Kindergarten candidates only

Describe this child’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development compared to that of her peer group.

What are the child’s favorite activities in the room? Least favorite? How does the child use available materials?

How well does the child interact (and how much time does the child spend) with other children, with teachers, with parents? How much time does the child spend playing/working independently?

For First–Fourth Grade candidates only

Describe this child’s intellectual, academic, social and emotional development.

To the best of my knowledge, the information given above is accurate. Name of individual who completed this form (please print)

Signature of teacher or school official Date

May we contact you for further information? x Yes x No If yes, phone number

All information will be treated with strict confidentiality.

Please send this form directly to:

Dream. Dare. Do.

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Records

Your child’s current school should complete all appropriate forms and mail to:

Request for records from candidate’s current school

Please complete this form and send it to your daughter’s current school.

Candidate’s name Birth date

School currently attending Current grade

Permission for schools to release records and test scores to Laurel School

I acknowledge notification of this transfer of records as required by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and understand that I have a right to review and challenge the content of the records. I understand that the information transferred will be treated in a confidential manner and will not be transmitted to a third party without my consent.

Name of parent or guardian Phone

Address

City State ZIP

Dear School Official

We recently received an application to Laurel School for the student named above and we need your help to complete the admission folder. It is requested that an official copy of the following be released to Laurel School as soon as possible:

• a transcript of current and past grades and credit

• results of all standardized testing

We appreciate your time and thoughtfulness in providing this information so that we can make a well-informed decision on behalf of this student. If you have questions about any aspect of our application process, please call the Admissions Office at 216.464.0946.