Join us at the IMS High School Fair at St. Raymond of Penafort Catholic School!

Sept. 26, 2024 | 5:30-7:00 p.m.

7940 Williams Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19150

This year’s IMS High School Fairs are your best opportunity to learn more about regional high schools! Open to families with students in grades 5-8, the September 26 fair will feature over 20 area high schools and scholarship programs. Meet with admissions representatives! Talk to current students! Find out what’s out there!

Attending Schools

 

Abington Friends School
575 Washington LnJenkintown, PA 19046
(215) 886-4350
https://www.abingtonfriends.net/
In this Friends school environment, children develop deep roots of inner strength and the ability to thrive in dynamic settings and make the most of their future college and professional communities. AFS is a school that joyfully embodies its mission. Our students are fully immersed in the classroom experience, in the arts, on playing fields and in the precious times they enjoy just being together on the playgrounds or in the Student Commons.

Academy of Notre Dame
560 Sproul Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
(610) 687-0650
https://www.ndapa.org/
Since 1856, the Academy has educated, empowered and inspired young women for a lifetime of compassionate leadership and service guided by our Catholic faith and an abiding trust in the goodness of God. Our graduates are leading and contributing to medicine, art, law, science, education and business throughout the world, setting the standard for social responsibility by their lives and actions. They are our inspiration.

Archbishop Ryan HS
11201 Academy Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215) 637-1800
https://www.archbishopryan.com/
Archbishop Ryan High School – a Catholic, coeducational school – empowers a diverse student body to become contributing members of the Church and society. In partnership with family and community, Archbishop Ryan strives to teach as Jesus did by providing spiritual, social, and service opportunities for growth. The faculty challenges the students of today to become the leaders of tomorrow through a comprehensive academic curriculum rooted in excellence.

Archbishop Wood
655 York Rd, Warminster, PA 18974
(215) 672-5050
https://www.archwood.org/
Within a Catholic community, Archbishop Wood High School provides a comprehensive, college-preparatory curriculum enhanced by spiritual, service, and extra-curricular experiences that will enable all students to be productive, responsible Christians in a technologically-complex, rapidly changing world.

Church Farm School
1001 Lincoln Hwy E, Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-7500
https://www.gocfs.net/
The Church Farm School is an independent boarding and day school for boys in grades 9-12 in the Episcopal tradition. Founded in 1918 and located in Exton, PA, Church Farm School prepares a diverse group of boys with academic ability and good character to lead productive and fulfilling lives by making a college preparatory education financially accessible.

City School
860 N. 24th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130
215-769-5363
https://cityschool.org/
The City School is a Pre-K to Grade 12 Christian school in the heart of Philadelphia. We believe an excellent education should be accessible for families in the city.

Crefeld School
8836 Crefeld St, Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
https://www.crefeld.org/
The Crefeld School strives to create a diverse community in which all members are safe, respected, and valued. We believe that in actively promoting this type of learning environment, we are fostering intellectual, social, and emotional growth for all. We recognize that the pursuit of diversity is not enough, however, and therefore we aspire to celebrate the varied appearances, abilities, perspectives, and values that characterize our community.

Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School
1717 W Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 219-3943
https://www.cristoreyphiladelphia.org/
Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School is a private, independent, Catholic high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for students of all faiths from low-income families. The school has an innovative work-study model where each student works at a company in the Greater Philadelphia Area one day per week.

Friends Select School
1651 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-561-5900
https://www.friends-select.org/
At Friends Select, our culture encourages students to explore multiple talents and try on different interests. Instead of an “either/or” mindset, we embrace the power of “both/and.” This is how students come to understand the whole of who they are, what they love, and what they have to offer the world.

Germantown Friends School
31 W Coulter St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
(215) 951-2300
https://www.germantownfriends.org/
Founded in 1845 under the care of the Germantown Monthly Meeting and governed by the School Committee, Germantown Friends School is a Quaker, independent day school for students in Early Childhood through Grade 12, located in the historic Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia. 

Girard College
2101 S College Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2600
https://www.girardcollege.edu/
Girard College is a 5-day boarding school for academically capable students, grades 1 through 12, from families headed by a single parent or guardian. We provide full scholarships to all of our students.

Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School
1345 Sumneytown Pike, Lower Gwynedd Township, PA 19002
(215) 646-8815
https://www.gmahs.org/
Welcome to Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School, where you are the future and the future is in your hands. Here, you can experience a 360° curriculum designed to educate, inspire, and empower future generations of women leaders. Gwynedd will challenge you academically, engage you physically, nourish you spiritually—and welcome you into a unique community of strong, supportive women who will begin as friends, then grow into a network of sisterhood, colleagues, and resources for life.

Hill-Freedman World Academy
1100 E Mt Pleasant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 400-3530
https://hfwa.philasd.org/
HFWA’s mission is to provide a rigorous academic learning environment that fosters lifelong learners who are committed to being knowledgeable, caring and internationally-minded citizens. An International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, HFWA emphasize learning how to learn, independent and collaborative lifelong learning and engagement with global challenges through inquiry, action and reflection.

Holy Ghost Preparatory School
2429 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020
(215) 639-2102
https://www.holyghostprep.org/
Holy Ghost Prep is the only Spiritan high school in the United States, and each of the nearly 450 students on campus is known and valued for who he is and for the unique gifts he possesses. All are guided by educators who understand young men and how they develop. Our students have the freedom to be themselves, take on any role, explore their passions, and find their niche.

International Christian High School
5500 Tabor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120
(267) 900-2000
https://ichsphila.org/
The mission of International Christian High School is to promote transformational growth through Biblical truth and engaged faculty, preparing students to reach their fullest potential in a multicultural community.

La Salle College HS
8605 W Cheltenham Ave, Wyndmoor, PA 19038
(215) 233-2911
https://www.lschs.org/
La Salle College High School, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young men of varied backgrounds, is conducted in the tradition of St. John Baptist de La Salle. Through a broad and balanced, human and Christian education, La Salle College High School guides each student in the development of his unique God-given talents and fosters a commitment to academic excellence, service, and leadership.

Liguori Academy
2343 E Tucker St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
(267) 571-1952
https://www.liguoriacademy.org/
Liguori Academy is a non-profit, private high school located in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia. Inspired by the teachings of Alphonsus Liguori, our school was founded on the motto Boundless Love. Liguori Academy offers an education rooted in the teachings of Alphonsus Liguori and the virtues that are embodied in our Liguorian Education.

Little Flower
1000 W Lycoming St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 455-6900
https://www.littleflowerhighschool.org/
Little Flower welcomes young women from far beyond its Hunting Park location. Our students desire a single-gender education rooted in the Catholic faith, built on a foundation of integrity that promotes academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, and generous service. Little Flower promotes love, respect, and tolerance for all individuals. Students from many races, ethnicity, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds create our school community.

Martin Saints Classical High School
3000 Keenwood Rd, East Norriton, PA 19403
(267) 495-4865
https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/
Martin Saints Classical High School is a private Catholic high school that provides a rigorous curriculum integrated with the Catholic faith. Launched in the fall of 2017, we are part of the growing Chesterton Schools Network. Our goal is not merely academic excellence, but to cultivate love for all that is good, true, and beautiful. Daily worship and the classical liberal arts are at the core, centering everything we do. But our curriculum also incorporates craftsmanship, service learning, the fine arts, and outdoor adventure.

Mercy Career & Technical High School
2900 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129
(215) 226-1225
https://www.mercycte.org/
Mercy Career & Technical High School (Mercy CTE) provides an immersive, project-based education to prepare students for what’s next, whether it be entering the workforce to start a career or continuing their education after graduation. Founded in 1950, the school is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith and the mission of the Sisters of Mercy, backed by a legacy of proven success. Mercy CTE prepares students for rewarding careers and instills life-long value for its graduates. Nurturing and empowering the whole individual, Mercy CTE opens doors and creates opportunities, providing contemporary job options and a non-traditional path to higher education.

Merion Mercy Academy
511 Montgomery Ave, Merion Station, PA 19066
(610) 664-6655
https://www.merion-mercy.com/
Merion Mercy Academy is an all girls, private Catholic high school in Merion Station, Pennsylvania. Since 1884, our unshakeable commitment has been to empowering young women to better the world. Here, learning is personal, friends are forever, and the focus is on what matters for you and your future. At Merion, you’ll gain knowledge, confidence, courage, and real-world experience so you are more than ready for what’s next.

Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School
403 N Lansdowne Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
(610) 259-0280
https://www.bonnerprendie.com/
Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast is a Catholic high school for young women and men that seeks academic excellence while integrating faith, religious values and morals throughout our strong curriculum and extensive activities. Our mission inspires the Gospel values of love, respect and compassion, both on and off campus.

Mount Saint Joseph Academy
120 W Wissahickon Ave, Flourtown, PA 19031
(215) 233-3177
https://www.msjacad.org/
Choosing the Mount means opportunities that empower students to lead and serve with compassion. Supported by a solid academic, social and spiritual foundation, young women at the Mount have powerful voices, clarity of mind, confidence and a commitment to the serve. A personalized and dynamic curriculum allows our students to engage in collaborative STEM learning, enroll in “Women as Founders”—a course that allows students to educate and advocate for social change—compete on the athletic field and much more. At the Mount you can find your sisters and find yourself.

Parkway NW HS for Peace and Justice
6200 Crittenden St, Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 400-3390
https://parkwaynw.philasd.org/
Our mission at Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice is to prepare students to face a complex world with the skills necessary to institute positive change locally and globally. Our school offers a rigorous college preparatory program designed to promote peace and social justice through the use of critical thinking, problem solving, cooperative learning and research. We believe that peace doesn’t just “happen”—the fight for justice leads to communities at peace.

Roman Catholic High School
301 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 627-1270
https://www.romancatholichs.com/
Founded by Thomas E. Cahill in 1890 as the first free Diocesan Catholic high school for boys in the nation, Roman Catholic continues its tradition of excellence as it strives to offer a comprehensive academic curriculum within a disciplined Catholic environment. Enriched by its cultural, racial, and religious diversity, Roman Catholic provides a community where each young man can learn to appreciate and respect the uniqueness of others, while becoming a man of personal integrity. Roman Catholic High School strives to bring the Gospel values of Jesus Christ to its students, while forming a Catholic community which embodies the Christian spirit of service to all.

Saint Andrew’s School
350 Noxontown Road, Middletown, DE 19709
(302) 378-9511
https://www.standrews-de.org/
Founded in 1929 with an unprecedented commitment to financial aid, St. Andrew’s School is a coeducational, Episcopal, all-boarding school located on 2,200 acres in Middletown, Delaware. St. Andrew’s has, for more than 90 years, been a school accessible to all students who are qualified for admission, regardless of their family’s financial means. Accessibility is the cornerstone of our distinctive school culture of kindness and equity.

Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School
1736 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 465-8437
https://neumanngorettihs.org/
Ss. Neumann Goretti is a Catholic High School serving a diverse student population in South Philadelphia. Through our core values of Compassion, Courage, and Commitment our graduates are spiritually grounded, academically prepared, and world citizens. 

Science Leadership Academy at Beeber
5925 Malvern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 400-7270
https://slabeeber.org/
SLA provides a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum with a focus on science, technology, mathematics and entrepreneurship. Students at SLA learn in a project-based environment where the core values of inquiry, research, collaboration, presentation and reflection are emphasized in all classes.

St. Joseph’s Prep
1733 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 978-1950
https://www.sjprep.org/
Founded in 1851 as a Jesuit secondary school for young men in grades 9-12, St. Joseph’s Prep is one of approximately 50 Jesuit secondary schools in the United States and each one challenges its students to go beyond academic excellence, to be reflective, to be committed to the service of faith and the promotion of justice: to be “men for and with others.”

 

 

Educational Partners 

Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia
https://www.breakthroughphilly.org/
Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia helps launch motivated and traditionally underserved middle school students on a path to top choice high schools, setting a critical foundation for postsecondary and career success. Breakthrough also provides pre-professional teacher training to inspire college students to pursue careers in education.

Inn Dwelling
https://inndwelling.org/
Inn Dwelling strives to expand equitable educational opportunities for students in traditionally underserved communities and school districts. We partner with high-performing Philadelphia preparatory schools and support students on their high school journey academically and financially. Inn Dwelling is looking for committed students who will receive individual tutoring, ACT/SAT prep, funding for on-site college courses, college visits, mentoring, and leadership opportunities.

Philadelphia Youth Basketball
https://www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/ 
Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB) leverages the iconic game of basketball to deliver life-changing opportunities and experiences. Built of, by, for, and with the communities we serve, PYB provides a safe, nurturing environment for young people to build the skill-sets and mindsets they need to succeed on the court and in their education, careers, and lives. 

Scholarship Funds

Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia

Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) is a privately-funded program whose mission is to provide children from under-resourced Philadelphia families with financial access to quality, safe, K-8th grade, tuition-based schools, thereby increasing their long-term economic and social success. CSFP grants need-based, partial scholarships through a random lottery. CSFP currently serves more than 6,200 children enrolled at over 150 parochial and private schools. 
 
Ellis Trust for Girls
https://ellistrust.org/
The Charles E. Ellis Trust for Girls helps eligible young women living in low-income, single-parent households achieve their goals through education. The Trust annually awards Ellis Tuition Assistance Grants to high school students in need of tuition aid, and Ellis Enrichment Grants to cover a range of high-impact enrichment programs and basic school needs (e.g. school supplies, uniforms and basic apparel).

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