Saint Albans for 10th Grade

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Would it be relatively easier to get into Gonzaga from SAAS?

There is a better chance of open spots since it is a much bigger school than STA.

Yes! Gonzaga has 225 per class, STA has 75.
Much greater chance of Gonzaga having spaces in 10th.

Landon and Prep are bigger than STA also

[Anonymous]

I know of several Abbey MS boys who did not get into Gonzaga quite recently. Those who got in had a combination of super grades and stellar connections.

Maybe St. John's would be an option?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I know of several Abbey MS boys who did not get into Gonzaga quite recently. Those who got in had a combination of super grades and stellar connections.

Maybe St. John's would be an option?

Or Dematha if you want all boys

[Anonymous]

SAAS is a good school. Why leave?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My son is a current student at Saint Anselms with about average grades. He has a lot of hobbies and does a lot in his free time. Currently in 8th grade and we are looking to get him into Albans for 10th. How likely would he be to get in?

Very different parent communities. STA is diverse but it has an overwhelming feeling of being very clubby and conservative because those are the families that are on the board, also were asked to be on the strategic committee, and many of the parent volunteer positions this year were also filled by those families etc..

[Anonymous]

OP, STA's AD, Joe Viola is a very decent human being and he will be honest with you.

My default as a parent is believe in your kid and go for it, but do give him a call or, better yet, don't put him on the spot but maybe email and set up a call .

You have nothing to lose, right.

On the other hand, if you really believe the Abby is that challenging, why not keep your DC there. Middle School is a weak point for many kids as hormones run rife and executive functioning is often affected. Sometimes sticking with it where you are at pays off in long run

Good luck and all the Best to your family

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP, STA's AD, Joe Viola is a very decent human being and he will be honest with you.

My default as a parent is believe in your kid and go for it, but do give him a call or, better yet, don't put him on the spot but maybe email and set up a call .

You have nothing to lose, right.

On the other hand, if you really believe the Abby is that challenging, why not keep your DC there. Middle School is a weak point for many kids as hormones run rife and executive functioning is often affected. Sometimes sticking with it where you are at pays off in long run

Good luck and all the Best to your family

He will be honest about what? Whether my kid has a chance?

[Anonymous]

OP, random curiosity, but admissions for next year JUST closed. Why didn’t you apply for 9th during the regular application process this year? 9th is an expansion year and a natural point of change for both schools.

[Anonymous]

Agree that you should call the school and ask to schedule an appointment with Mr Viola. Our experience was also that he is a very decent and kind person. Give him all the details about your son and ask him what he thinks you should or should not do. we had a similar conversation and he was very helpful.

[Anonymous]

OP, Can you share why you want to make a change from where you are? What sort of student would do well at SAAS in your opinion? One with more time to devote to schoolwork?