College Advising
Between 90 and 95% of Palo Alto Preparatory graduates go on to college. Though many students will tell us that they don’t want to ever leave us, we are here to support your student as they transition from high school to life beyond.
Our college counseling program includes 1:1 meetings with a certified college counselor or our Dean of Students for all juniors and seniors, and support with all aspects of completing college applications. Students of all grade levels also complete career and college interest and college researching assignments in their study skills classes.
In addition, we offer a number of opportunities each term for students of any grade level to attend college presentations from local and national colleges and universities, tours of nearby campuses, and extended over-night college tours during which students visit a variety of campuses and end with a trip to Disney or another event that’s just for fun.
Our college advising program will be expanding in 2022, so stay tuned for new additions to this program.
“Our son started PAP in 9th grade and is currently a senior there. It was a game-changer for him. The small class size, the emphasis on social emotional learning, frequent field trips to complement academics and individualized learning plans made sure he excelled. The dedication of the teachers and staff set the school apart. The teachers are not only competent and empowered to try new and different approaches/curriculum, but go out of their way to develop friendships and trust with the students. My son felt very supported throughout the school and learned the important life skills of self advocacy, collaboration, confidence and time management. He is now applying to college and PAP has helped him every step of the way. Most of all, I can honestly say he looks forward to going to school every day!”