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Curriculum, extracurricular, and co-curricular programs that support your goals for your student’s education

Curriculum and activities that support your student’s academic strengths and interests

Opportunities for enrichment and expanded study in areas that your student has a special interest or talent

A level of academic rigor that is appropriate for your student’s academic motivation and work ethic

The educational philosophy that guides the curriculum and teaching methodologies

Programs to accommodate students with different learning styles or special needs

Students’ performance on standardized tests including state achievement tests, PSAT, SAT, and ACT

Size and composition of the college counseling staff

Assistance provided to students and parents in examining  college options and support in the college application process 

College admission test (SAT and ACT) preparation programs

Selection of Advanced Placement course offerings/opportunities to take Advanced Placement courses

Selection of honor courses/ opportunities to take honors courses

Selection of technical courses/ opportunities to take technical courses

Selection of vocational course offerings/opportunities to take vocational courses

Physical education curriculum and facilities

Athletic programs/opportunities to play on interscholastic sports teams

Performing arts curriculum and facilities

Studio arts curriculum and facilities

Computer and technology curriculum and facilities

Service learning programs/opportunities to participate in service learning programs

Opportunities to create school publications including student newspaper, literary magazine, and yearbook

Opportunities to participate in academic competition events including math contests, science fairs, and debate

Opportunities to participate in musical and visual arts competition events

A safe and secure setting/policies and procedures that support student safety and security

Size of the school

Average class size and student-teacher ratio

Background and qualifications of the teachers and administrators

The presence or absence of a religious affiliation

Coeducational or single-gender student body composition

Condition, appearance and composition of the classrooms, buildings, and grounds

Diversity of the student body and faculty

Availability of computers and related technology facilities and student use

Library and media facilities

Student dining facilities and available food services

Tuition and educational fees

Availability of financial aid, scholarships, and tuition payment options

Distance of the school from your home

Transportation options/associated costs

Opportunities and policies related to parental involvement in school activities

Methods and processes of reporting the students’ progress and grades

Policies and procedures that facilitate timely and effective communications between school personnel and parents

School disciplinary policies and practices

What did you like about the school?

What did you dislike about the school?

Why do you think this is a good school for your student to attend?

Why do you think this is a good fit for your family?

Things that you forgot to see or ask about during your school visit.