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Apply To Middle School (5-8)
Talk to anyone in Maret’s middle school, and you’ll come to appreciate the joy, excitement, energy, curiosity, and quest for meaningful connections that are hallmarks of the middle school experience.
Thriving in Middle School
Students in Maret's middle school are seen, known, and heard because we know that when students feel a sense of belonging they thrive and excel. Small advising groups, committees, circles, and clubs help cultivate a warm and welcoming learning environment. And, our house system encourages connections across Grades 5–8 through friendly competitions and community-building activities. In addition, our Wellness program empowers students to take charge of their well-being and be responsible, positive members of the community.
Application FAQs
- When are applications due?
- Does Maret require applicants to visit the school?
- May my child join me on a tour or at the information session?
- May I submit an application for my child to enter any grade in the Middle School?
- When do I hear if my child has been accepted at Maret?
When are applications due?
Does Maret require applicants to visit the school?
May my child join me on a tour or at the information session?
May I submit an application for my child to enter any grade in the Middle School?
When do I hear if my child has been accepted at Maret?
Admission Tips from Patrick Scott
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Important Dates
How to Apply to Middle School
Begin by creating your Ravenna account. This is the place where you will schedule a tour and interview and where you can check on the progress of your application.
Tours, Information Sessions, Open Houses
Please create an account in Ravenna to see available dates and to sign-up. If all appointments are full, please stay tuned for more dates to be added.
STUDENT AND PARENT/GUARDIAN INTERVIEWS
The interview is a REQUIRED part of the application process. This interview is a chance for us to speak one-on-one with your child and then speak with you and answer your questions. The total interview time lasts about 45-60 minutes. Interviews are offered most school days September through January and can be conducted via Zoom or in person. [We will reach out to 5th and 8th grade applicants in late January to schedule an interview if space becomes available in either of those grades.]
Your application does NOT need to be completed before an interview. But all interviews must be scheduled by the application deadline January 4, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.
WRITING SAMPLE
Students are asked to write an essay of up to one page on a topic described on the application form.
TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Current Math and English teacher recommendations are REQUIRED. An additional recommendation is requested from a homeroom teacher who has worked with your child in an in-person school experience.
Parents and guardians can send the recommendation form link directly to the recommender through Ravenna.
Testing
No outside admission testing is required or will be accepted this admission season.
Grades/Transcripts
A transcript or report card is REQUIRED from the previous and current school year. Parents and guardians can send the transcript request form link directly to the school through Ravenna.
Middle School By the Numbers
200
Students in the Middle School, Grades 5–8
17
Interscholastic teams for seventh and eighth graders
32+
Extracurricular clubs, affinity groups, committees, and circles. In addition, middle schoolers have numerous opportunities to play music, perform, and exhibit their artwork around the school.
4
The number of houses in the Middle School. These houses bring students together across grades for community-building activities and friendly competition.