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Admission

Admission Dates and Events

MS Ambassador

When I was new during new student orientation, there were students to welcome us.
One of them was new the year before and it was very comforting to hear her experience being new.
I'd like to share that with other students and families.

Below is the complete listing of all Admission events.

To find events specific to a grade, follow the divisional campus links above. 

List of 24 events.

  • Jan
    18

    VIRTUAL: Curriculum Tuesday - History

    Join our History department chair and several of her students as they unpack some of the many opportunities Saints have in pursuing a passion for History.
    REGISTER
    Location: Online Interactive Webinar
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
  • Jan
    19

    VIRTUAL: Kindergarten and Early Years Roundtable

    Our Early Years learning experience is interactive, interdisciplinary, and invigorating. This is a special opportunity to learn about our programs from our talented and caring teachers. 
    10:00 - 10:30 AM Early Years Roundtable with Skyle Pearson
    10:30 - 11:00 AM Kindergarten Roundtable with the Kindergarten Teaching Team
    11:00 - 12:00 PM Early Saints through Grade 5 Literacy Coordinators and Q & A
    You will receive a Zoom link upon registration.
    REGISTER
    Contact: Heather Starek
  • Jan
    20

    Middle School Admission Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Middle School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.
    REGISTER
    Location: Middle School Campus
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Jan
    20

    Grades 9-12 Academic Leadership Reception

    Please join us for an informal reception with the leadership of our Upper School as the application deadline nears the finish line.  During this reception, prospective parents will be offered the opportunity to mingle with our Upper School Director; Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity; Director of College Counseling; and our Head of School among others.
    THIS EVENT IS INVITATION ONLY!
    Location: Upper School, CPAC
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
  • Jan
    22

    Upper School Admission Office: Individual Family Tour

    The Upper School Admission team invites you to attend a Private Family Tour of the Upper School for Grades 9 - 12 on January 22, 2022.  Tours will run as follows:
    9:00 AM to 10:00 AM 
    11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Prospective parents and students will enjoy a tour of campus with a student Admission Ambassador.  SSSAS values the safety of each member of our community and our visitors.  Parents and students are required to wear a mask while on tour.  Additional COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place which will be communicated upon registration.  You can register for a time slot via your MySSSAS account.
    Location: Upper School Campus
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
  • Jan
    26

    Upper School Admission Shadow Day

    Prospective students are invited to the Upper School campus for a day of classes and conversation with students, teachers, and coaches. The shadow day experience is an essential part of the application process and provides prospective students with a glimpse into what makes St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School such a unique community.
    REGISTER
    Location: Upper School Campus
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Jan
    27

    Middle School Admission Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Middle School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.
    REGISTER
    Location: Middle School Campus
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Feb
    2

    Upper School Admission Visiting Shadow Day

    Prospective students are invited to the Upper School campus for a day of classes and conversation with students, teachers, and coaches. The shadow day experience is an essential part of the application process and provides prospective students with a glimpse into what makes St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School such a unique community.
    REGISTER
    Location: Upper School Campus
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Feb
    3

    Middle School Admission Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Middle School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.  This event is reserved for students who have submitted a full application for admission.

    Location: Middle School Campus
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
    Register
  • Feb
    3

    Making it Work: A Saints Financial Overview

    AUDIENCE: Prospective families that currently have students that will apply for admission to Early Saints (Age 3) through 12th grade for the 2022-2023 school year can join Dean of Enrollment Andrew Weller and Director of Financial Assistance Jill Iverson and learn about the cost of tuition and expenses at SSSAS, payment plans, and other financing options, and our generous financial assistance program and application process.  

    REGISTER
    Location: Online Interactive Webinar
    Contact: Scott McLeod, Admission Operations Manager
  • Feb
    10

    Meet Your Middle School Village Admission Event

    AUDIENCE: Prospective parents and caretakers that have children whom HAVE COMPLETED THEIR APPLICATION for admission to 6th through 8th grade for the 2022-2023 school year.

    Familiar with the expressions, It Takes a Village and speed dating? Well, this is our unique mash-up event to get to know the members of our Middle School Village. You have been introduced virtually to this village throughout all of our webinars.  Now in person meet the Administrators, Chaplain, Counselor, Academic Deans, Learning Specialists, Advisors, Teachers, Current Students and Parents in a speed-dating format!
     
    Confused yet? This is your family's opportunity to meet some key individuals in our Middle School Village who help our new middle school students make their home here. Masks will be on and family-friendly beverages will be offered.
     
    COVID-19 safety protocols will be practiced including mandatory masks.

    REGISTER
    Location: Middle School Campus
    Contact: Ron Ginyard, Director of Middle School Admission
  • Mar
    9

    Upper School Admission Future Saints Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Upper School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.  This Shadow Day is reserved for students who have received an official admission offer to enroll at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.
    Location: Upper School Campus
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
  • Mar
    9

    Upper School New Parent Welcome Reception, Newly Accepted-Grades 9-12

    Celebrate with us at The Head of School’s Home!  You will have the opportunity to interact with newly accepted families, current families, administrators, and faculty members.  You will hear directly from The Head of School and The Upper School Director.  Bring your appetite and your smile.
    Location: The Adams Home
    Contact: Scott McLeod, Associate Director of Admission
  • Mar
    10

    Middle School Welcome Reception for Newly Accepted Parents, Grades 6-8

    AUDIENCE: Future Saints Prospective Families that have been accepted and offered an enrollment space to 6th through 8th grade for the 2022-2023 school year.

    Celebrate with us at The Head of School’s Home!  You will have the opportunity to interact with newly accepted families, current families, administrators, and faculty members.  You will hear directly from The Head of School and The Middle School Director.  Bring your appetite and your smile.
    Location: The Adams Home
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Mar
    14

    Upper School Admission Future Saints Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Upper School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.  This Shadow Day is reserved for students who have received an official admission offer to enroll at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.
    Location: Upper School Campus
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
  • Mar
    16

    Middle School Admission Future Saints Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Middle School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.  This Shadow Day is reserved for students who have received an official admission offer to enroll at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.
    Location: Middle School Campus
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Mar
    16

    Upper School Admission Future Saints Shadow Day

    We invite you to explore and dig deeper into us and see for yourself. One of the most impactful ways to explore is for your child to attend one of our seven Shadow Days and feel the essence of our community.  Prospective students shadow current Upper School students for a half day of classes, including lunch.  This Shadow Day is reserved for students who have received an official admission offer to enroll at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.
    Location: Upper School Campus
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
  • Apr
    13

    Upper School Admission Spring Preview Tour #1

    The Spring Preview Tour is for prospective families that currently have a 7th-grade student(s) that will apply to St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School for the 2021-2022 school year. Families with current 6th-grade students are encouraged and welcome to attend.
    Location: Upper School Wills Library
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Apr
    13

    Lower School Admission Spring Preview Tour

    Location: Lower School Lloyd House; Lower School Campus
    Contact: Heather Starek, Lower School Admission Office
  • Apr
    15

    Lower School Admissions Preschool Educator Visit Day

    Location: Lloyd House
    Contact: Heather Starek, Lower School Admission Office
  • Apr
    21

    Middle School Welcome Reception for New 7th & 8th Grade Students and Their Families

    Join us on campus as we answer your questions about beginning your Saints journey!
    Location: MS Main Building - Library - LIB
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Apr
    21

    Upper School Welcome Reception for New Students and Their Families

    Join our virtual reception! Upper School Director, Mike Mallett will share with you advice and instructions on how to navigate the scheduling process, different pathways available to students, the advisory system, and more. Additionally, many other important members of the Saints community will be available to answer your questions regarding specific aspects of our curriculum and programs. Community members will include Department Chairs, Administrators, Transportation Office representatives, and others! All of your family members are welcome to join the Webinar on April 23.
    Location: Upper School
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Admission, 9-12
  • Apr
    28

    Upper School Admission Spring Preview Tour #2

    The Spring Preview Tour is for prospective families that currently have a 7th-grade student(s) that will apply to St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School for the 2021-2022 school year. Families with current 6th-grade students are encouraged and welcome to attend.
    Location: Upper School Wills Library
    Contact: Alicia Blanding, Associate Director of Admission, 6-12
  • Apr
    30

    Upper School New Student Placement Testing

    Placement testing for all new Upper School students.
    Location: Upper School
    Contact: Jon Kunz, Director of Upper School Admission
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General Planning Timeline

You are encouraged to inquire at any point in your search. We understand each family has a unique timeline and circumstances related to their school search. That’s why our friendly Admission staff are accessible all year long to assist you wherever you are in the search process. Here’s a look at the general timeline many families follow.

Aug-Dec: Make an inquiry and begin an online application.
Sep-Nov: Register for testing based on the grade to which your child is applying.
Oct-Dec: Visit Campus by registering for a group tour, open house, information session or an interview. 
Dec-Jan: Complete admission application and support documents such as transcripts, teacher recommendations, and test results.
Jan 15: Applications and supporting documents (transcripts and recommendations) are due in order to guarantee an admission decision on March 4, 2022. For applications received after January 15th, the Admission Office will work closely with families to expedite the process and complete all steps of the application as soon as possible. Second-round decisions will be made as space allows. 
Jan-Feb: Wrap up campus visits and testing.
Feb 1: Test results must be submitted by Feb 1, 2022. Optional Financial Assistance forms are due.
Mar: Decisions are mailed; deposits are made.
Apr: Meet and celebrate with some of your new classmates.
May-Jun: End your current school year strong!
Age 3-Grade 12 coed Episcopal day school in Alexandria, Virginia

Get In Touch

(703) 751-2700
admission@sssas.org

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  • Lower School

    Age 3-Grade 5
    400 Fontaine Street
    Alexandria, Virginia 22302

  • Middle School

    Grades: 6-8
    4401 West Braddock Road
    Alexandria, Virginia 22304

  • Upper School

    Grades: 9-12
    1000 St. Stephen's Road
    Alexandria, Virginia 22304