The Private School Journal
| Parent School Visit Record | Middle School Selection |
Name of School _______________________________________________
Date of Visit __________________________________________________
Upon completing
your school visit, use the printer-friendly version of the Parent School Visit Record to record your ratings. Rate the following attributes of the school
using the corresponding scale where 5 is favorable and 1 is unfavorable. Additionally,
record notes in the space provided for future reference and family
discussion
 PRINTER-FRIENDLY VERSION
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| School Curriculum and Programs |
Curriculum,
extracurricular, and co-curricular programs that support your goals
for your student’s education |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Curriculum,
programs, and activities that support your student’s academic strengths
and interests |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Opportunities
for enrichment and expanded study in areas that your student has
a special interest or talent |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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A level
of academic rigor that is appropriate for your student’s academic
motivation and work ethic |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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The educational
philosophy that guides the curriculum and teaching methodologies |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Availability
of extra help for difficult subjects, courses, and assignments |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Programs
to accommodate students with different learning styles or special
needs |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Availability
of educational support services from reading specialists, psychologists,
and speech therapists |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Students’
performance on standardized tests |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Homework
policies and amount of homework assigned |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Service
learning programs/opportunities to participate in services learning
programs |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Physical
education curriculum and facilities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Athletic
programs/opportunities to play on interscholastic sports teams |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Performing arts curriculum and facilities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Studio
arts curriculum and facilities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Science
curriculum and facilities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Multiple
math placement tracks to accommodate students with varying skill
and talents |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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World
languages curriculum/ opportunities to study a foreign language |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Opportunities
to create school publications including student newspaper, literary
magazine, and yearbook |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Opportunities
to participate in academic competition events including math and
writing contests, science fairs, and debate |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Opportunities
to participate in musical and visual arts competition events |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Computer
and technology curriculum and facilities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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A safe
and secure setting/policies that support student safety and security |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Size
of the school |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Average
class size and student-teacher ratio |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Background
and qualifications of the teachers and administrators |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Grades
offered (e.g. K-12, K-6, 6-8, other) |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Presence
or absence of a religious affiliation |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Coeducational
or single-gender student body composition |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Condition,
appearance, and composition of the classrooms, buildings, and
grounds |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Diversity
of the student body and faculty |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Availability
of computers and related technology facilities and student use |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Library
and media facilities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Student
dining facilities and available food services |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Tuition
and educational fees |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Availability
of financial aid, scholarships, and tuition payment options |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Distance
of the school from your home |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Transportation
options/associated costs |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Methods
and processes of reporting students’ progress and grades |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Opportunities
and policies related to parental involvement in school activities |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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School
policies and procedures that facilitate and encourage timely and
effective communications between school personnel and parents |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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School
disciplinary policies and practices |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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Guidance
in examining options for high school/assistance and support in the
high school application process, if appropriate |
5 4 3 2 1 |
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| Visit Summary and Reflection |
What
did you like about the school? |
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What
did you dislike about the school? |
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Why
do you think this is a good school for your student to attend? |
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Why
do you think this school is a good fit for your family? |
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Things
that you forgot to see or ask about during your school visit. |
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