Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We went through this- Benhilde staff is very professional and welcoming. They met with us (parents) and then talked to our DC separately. Gave us a thorough explanation of their program including students the program is designed to serve, curriculum, elective options, outcomes. We also discussed the strengths and areas to improve for our DC. Benhilde seemed very focused on "fit" for their program and explaining requirements and expectations. It was not stressful at all (and DC has high anxiety). GL!

My DS just had his interview yesterday via zoom. It went well, it was 30 mins long. The director of the program explained the program and how it works to my son, she also asked him about his schooling background. She asked about what accommodations he has currently, and explained that St. John's doesn't lower their requirements as far as coursework goes. He got to ask any questions he had. Then she asked me to come in and we spoke more in depth about his school challenges and strengths, we also talked about his accommodations. She inadvertently gave me his HSPT scores which was cool because we didn't receive it yet. It was very pleasant, not stressful at all. Best of luck!

When you came in, was your DS still there?

Also, was your spouse, if you have one?

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We went through this- Benhilde staff is very professional and welcoming. They met with us (parents) and then talked to our DC separately. Gave us a thorough explanation of their program including students the program is designed to serve, curriculum, elective options, outcomes. We also discussed the strengths and areas to improve for our DC. Benhilde seemed very focused on "fit" for their program and explaining requirements and expectations. It was not stressful at all (and DC has high anxiety). GL!

My DS just had his interview yesterday via zoom. It went well, it was 30 mins long. The director of the program explained the program and how it works to my son, she also asked him about his schooling background. She asked about what accommodations he has currently, and explained that St. John's doesn't lower their requirements as far as coursework goes. He got to ask any questions he had. Then she asked me to come in and we spoke more in depth about his school challenges and strengths, we also talked about his accommodations. She inadvertently gave me his HSPT scores which was cool because we didn't receive it yet. It was very pleasant, not stressful at all. Best of luck!

Anonymous wrote:My child applied for Benilde and I think is a strong candidate. I'm trying not to worry that he has not been asked for an interview. Does anyone know if it's possible he could be admitted without an interview? Has anyone experienced that in earlier years?

Anonymous wrote:We went through this- Benhilde staff is very professional and welcoming. They met with us (parents) and then talked to our DC separately. Gave us a thorough explanation of their program including students the program is designed to serve, curriculum, elective options, outcomes. We also discussed the strengths and areas to improve for our DC. Benhilde seemed very focused on "fit" for their program and explaining requirements and expectations. It was not stressful at all (and DC has high anxiety). GL!

Anonymous wrote:We went through this- Benhilde staff is very professional and welcoming. They met with us (parents) and then talked to our DC separately. Gave us a thorough explanation of their program including students the program is designed to serve, curriculum, elective options, outcomes. We also discussed the strengths and areas to improve for our DC. Benhilde seemed very focused on "fit" for their program and explaining requirements and expectations. It was not stressful at all (and DC has high anxiety). GL!