Program

Student Support

The Post-Placement Counseling Department supports the academic and personal development of Prep for Prep students throughout their independent school journey. Prep counselors visit with students regularly at their respective schools. They also meet with school administrators to advocate for students and ensure their well-being. Furthermore, counselors help identify extra resources when necessary, such as academic tutoring or mental health counseling. 

As a way to reconnect outside of school, The Post-Placement Counseling Department plans activities open to all Prep students, including cultural and sporting events. These activities foster strong relationships among Prep students while encouraging personal growth. Additionally, counselors work with families on independent school financial aid applications, chaperone college trips, and run the annual summer boarding school retreat.

Post-Placement Counseling at a Glance

  • Transition to New Schools
    Each Prep student is matched with a Post-Placement Counselor who will help ease the transition into their independent school. Students will meet with their counselor regularly to discuss their academic and personal well-being.
  • Day Schools
    Day School Counselors work with students and independent schools across the five boroughs and the greater NYC area. In addition to regular one-on-one meetings, they plan recreational activities throughout the year for students to reconnect outside of school. 
  • Boarding Schools
    Boarding School Counselors travel across the Northeast each season to meet with students on their campuses. They help students identify any academic or personal resources they need at the school and keep them informed of opportunities at Prep. Boarding School Counselors host dinners for Prep students to connect on their campuses and offer activities when they are home on break.
  • Financial Aid & Outplacement
    Counselors offer families guidance with financial aid applications each year and work with them individually to complete all necessary paperwork. The Associate Director of Post-Placement Counseling also assists with outplacement for students transitioning from K-8 to 9-12 schools. 

    In individual meetings, counselors assist families each year as they complete their financial aid applications. The Associate Director of Post-Placement Counseling offers guidance to students and families in their outplacement process as they transition from K-8 to 9-12 schools. 
  • Transition to College
    In conjunction with College Guidance staff,  Post-Placement Counseling hosts weeklong Spring Break college trips for high school juniors to visit university campuses outside of New York.
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