Admissions Activity (required)

The virtual, student-only, admissions activity is required for all Middle School applicants.

During the visit, applicants will complete a group activity and have the opportunity to ask questions about life at Lakeside Middle School. Examples of frequently asked questions are geared toward lunch, sports, clubs, friends, classes and homework. 

The admissions visit lasts approximately 45 minutes and can be scheduled in Ravenna. We encourage applicants to register early.

The visit process is different for international applicants; our admissions team will contact you if an interview is needed. Visit the International Application page for details.

Campus Tour (optional)

These optional, virtual tours are intended for parents/guardians and prospective students entering grades 5-8 for the 2021-22 school year. They are designed to give a general overview of the Middle School. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, see our classrooms, arts and athletics facilities, and learn more about the Lakeside student experience. Tours last about 60 minutes. Middle School tours are offered September-January 2021.

Note: If you attended a campus tour during the 2019-20 school year and would like to attend this year, we ask that you wait to tour until December 2020 or January 2021. This will allow newly interested families the greatest opportunity and availability to tour campus.

Please check Ravenna for availability on specific dates and times.

Middle School Open House (optional)

The virtual Middle School Open House is for applicants and their families to learn more about our academic and co-curricular departments. Via Zoom, we'll begin with a brief welcome session with Middle School Director, Reem Abu Rahmeh, and Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Wellesley Wilson. After the welcome session attendees can visit all or some department specific sessions at their leisure to engage directly with faculty members.

All family members are welcome, and we ask that families choose one date to attend.

Wednesday, October 7
Wednesday, December 9
All dates are from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and registration is required. 

Middle School Student Panel (optional)

Join us for a 60-minute webinar for applicants to hear directly from current Lakeside Middle School students about their Lakeside experience. Prior to the event, we will solicit questions from registrants and take additional questions during the session as we are able.

Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. Please register in Ravenna. 

Parent/Guardian Session (optional)

On Sunday, December 13 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m., join our webinar for prospective families to hear from Head of School, Bernie Noe, Middle School Director, Reem Abu Rahmeh, other administrators, current parents, and more about life at Lakeside School. Prior to the event, we will solicit questions from registrants and take some additional questions during the session as able. Registration is required. 

Admissions at Lakeside (optional)

Parents and guardians are invited to hear from the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Wellesley Wilson, about the admissions process at Lakeside. This 45-minute session addresses Lakeside’s approach to admissions, the elements of a complete application, and how the admissions committee makes admission decisions. 

Click here to watch a shortened version of the event. 

Parents and guardians only; registration is required.

PSIS Virtual Fair (optional)

Join Lakeside School, and other Puget Sound Independent Schools, on Wednesday, December 2 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for the first ever virtual fair! There are over 40 independent schools in the Seattle area serving children from preschool through high school. Learn more about an independent school education by attending our virtual fair! It is free and open to the public. Register here to attend.

Admissions Event for Prospective Black and Hispanic/Latinx Families (optional)

We invite prospective families who identify as Black or Latinx to a virtual gathering on December 14, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. to hear from current Black and Latinx students, parents and guardians, and alumni about their Lakeside experience. Choosing a school for your student is one of the most important decisions you will make as a family. For Black and Brown families, there is an added layer of complexity as you consider where your child will be seen and see others who look like they do; feel heard and understood; feel safe, and feel valued for who they are right now and for who they will be in the years to come.

All prospective families who have identified as Black and/or Latinx will receive an invitation and instructions for registration. This event is not available for self-registration in Ravenna.

Interview (required)

A student interview is required for all Upper School applicants to Lakeside School. We highly recommend scheduling it as soon as you know you will be applying to the Upper School. Applicants do not need to attend a campus tour or open house prior to the interview.

Upper School interviews will be held over Zoom and are a relaxed one-on-one conversation with a faculty or staff member. Our goal is to get to know the applicant beyond what is included in the application. Topics discussed are based on students’ interests, and have included: black holes; favorite books or school projects; babysitting; bird watching; playing video games; sports wins and losses; baking cupcakes; community service, and more. Applicants will have the opportunity to ask any questions they may have about Lakeside School. Lakeside’s Upper School Interviews typically last 20-30 minutes and is scheduled in Ravenna.

Campus Tour (optional)

Virtual Upper School campus tours are offered October-January for families considering grades 9-12 for the 2021-2022 school year. These small group tours are 60 minutes in length and are designed to provide a general overview of the Upper School. Families will see classrooms, arts, and athletics facilities, and learn more about the Lakeside student experience. Tours are for prospective students and their parents/guardians.

Note: Tours are a completely optional part of the application process. All admitted Upper School students are invited for a visit day in the spring to have time in Lakeside classes before making the decision about where to attend high school.

Register for a tour in Ravenna or to see specific dates and times.

Upper School Open Houses (optional)

This year we will offer two type of open events. One that will highlight our academic a co-curricular departments and another highlighting our arts and athletics departments. More information about each is below. 

Academic Open House

The Upper School Academic Open House is for applicants and their families to learn more about our academic and co-curricular departments. Via Zoom, we'll begin with a brief welcome session with Assistant Head of School/Upper School Director Felicia Wilks and Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Wellesley Wilson. After the welcome session, attendees will choose from a variety of department specific sessions to attend where they can engage directly with faculty members.

All family members are welcome, and we ask that families choose one date to attend:

Tuesday, October 6 
Monday, November 9 (event canceled)
Tuesday, December 8
All dates are from 6:30-7:45 p.m. and registration is required.

If you are considering Lakeside for the 2021-2022 school year, we encourage you to register for a virtual campus tour. Please note all admitted students are also invited for a full day of class visits in late February/early March. 

Arts and Athletics Open House

The Upper School Arts and Athletics Open House is for applicants and their families to learn more about our performing and visual arts and athletics programs. Via Zoom, we'll begin with a brief welcome session with Director of Athletics Chris Hartley and Director of Visual and Performing Arts Andrew Krus. After the welcome session attendees can visit all or some arts and sport specific sessions at their leisure to engage directly with faculty members.

All family members are welcome and may attend any and all events.

Tuesday, October 13 (specific sports, all Arts)
Tuesday, November 17 (specific sports, all Arts)
Wednesday, December 16 (specific sports, all Arts)
All dates are from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and registration is required.

If you are considering Lakeside for the 2021-2022 school year, we also encourage you to register for a virtual campus tour. Please note all admitted students are also invited for a full day of class visits in late February/early March. 

Student Panel (optional)

Join us for a 60-minute webinar for applicants and their families to hear directly from current Lakeside Upper School students about their Lakeside experience. Prior to the event, we will solicit questions from registrants and take additional questions during the session as we are able.

All family members are welcome, and we ask that families choose one date to attend:

Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Friday, January 8, 2021
All dates are from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and registration is required. 

Parent/Guardian Session (optional)

On Sunday, December 13 from 1-2 p.m., join our webinar for prospective families will hear from Head of School, Bernie Noe, Assistant Head of School/Upper School Director, Felicia Wilks, other administrators, current parents, and more, about life at Lakeside School. Prior to the event, we will solicit questions from registrants and take some additional questions during the session as able. Registration is required. 

Admissions at Lakeside (optional)

Parents and guardians are invited to hear from the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Wellesley Wilson, about the admissions process at Lakeside. This 45-minute session addresses Lakeside’s approach to admissions, the elements of a complete application, and how the admissions committee makes admission decisions.

Click here to watch a shortened version of the event. 

Parents and guardians only; registration is required. 

PSIS Virtual Fair (optional)

Join Lakeside School, and other Puget Sound Independent Schools, on Wednesday, December 2 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for the first ever virtual fair! There are over 40 independent schools in the Seattle area serving children from preschool through high school. Learn more about an independent school education by attending our virtual fair! It is free and open to the public. Register here to attend.

Admissions Event for Prospective Black and Hispanic/Latinx Families (optional)

We invite prospective families who identify as Black or Latinx to a virtual gathering on December 14, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. to hear from current Black and Latinx students, parents and guardians, and alumni about their Lakeside experience. Choosing a school for your student is one of the most important decisions you will make as a family. For Black and Brown families, there is an added layer of complexity as you consider where your child will be seen and see others who look like they do; feel heard and understood; feel safe, and feel valued for who they are right now and for who they will be in the years to come.

All prospective families who have identified as Black and/or Latinx will receive an invitation and instructions for registration. This event is not available for self-registration in Ravenna.

Overview

To get the most out of your virtual event experience please read the following.

• All virtual events will be held using Zoom.
• We ask that applicant families have a Zoom account under the same email address used for their Ravenna account.
• A free Zoom account can be created here.
• We encourage the use of a virtual background image (no video) that is not distracting. See more below.

Expectations

Participants are asked to log on to Zoom 5-10 minutes in advance to adjust to the settings below. 

1. Student's screen name must be their first name and last initial (ex. John D.). Follow the steps below.
   • Prior to the event, login to your Zoom account at zoom.us
   • Select “My Account” on the Zoom homepage
   • Click “Profile”
   • Then select “Edit” in the section where the name is displayed and update. 
   • Finally, click “Save Changes”
2. Mute microphone upon entry and remain on mute unless you are talking. When muted, remain engaged in the conversation. 
3. Use a virtual background image (no video) that is not distracting. See next section to download a free image.
4. Sit close to the screen. Your face should fill most of it.
5. Please do not eat during a Zoom event.
6. If possible, try to have a light source (e.g. window, lamp, etc) in front of you.
7. Keep a laptop or other device on a flat surface and refrain from walking around with your device.

We encourage the use of virtual background images (no video) that are not distracting. You may download any of the images provided below simply by clicking on the image. After downloading, click here if you need assistance applying your new virtual background in Zoom.