If you are applying to Private School:
While we hope you are all enjoying your experiences with the Needham Public Schools, we also know that some families will choose to apply to private schools as an alternative educational option.
In order to accommodate all requests in a timely manner, we have outlined the following procedures to assist in this process:
- The primary contacts for the private school process at High Rock School are: Ms. Julie Pickard, main office secretary, and your child's school counselor (Ms. Kristy Fredericks - clusters 1, 4 & 5 or Ms. Nicole Rice - clusters 2 & 3).
- The main office is the starting point for all private school reports/recommendations. This is necessary for tracking purposes and adhering to deadlines.
- All requests for recommendations should be submitted to the main office no later than 4 weeks before the private school application deadline. Recommendations are written in the order in which they are received.
- Each student is asked to complete a student questionnaire and return to the office to start the process. This questionnaire, which must be completed by the student, along with a meeting with the school counselor allows the counselor’s recommendation to appropriately reflect the student. Please use this link to access the questionnaire: Private School Questionnaire
- A signed authorization “release of records” form must be submitted. Also, there is usually one provided by the school(s) in which you are applying. Please use this link to access the NPS Release of Records: Release of Records
- The counselor’s recommendation and school records will be sent together via email to each school the student is applying to.
- English and math teachers will complete their recommendation via Ravenna or the school's online application system. It is the responsibility of the parent to forward the link to their child's English and math teachers.
- English and math teachers will report to the main office when they have submitted their recommendations. This information is recorded for tracking purposes, so if you have questions as to when or if a recommendation form has been submitted, please email the main office: julie_pickard@needham.k12.ma.us
I hope that this information assists families in the process of applying to private schools and how to get the necessary information for their child's application.
Thank you,
Jessica Downey
Principal