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Dear Prospective Parent and Student,

I’d like to personally thank you for taking the time to research Clariden, visit our campus, and learn about our award-winning curriculum. Choosing the right school is a very personal decision based upon the goals you have for your child’s education. We’re excited at the possibility to work alongside your child as they grow and learn.

Clariden is well known for its progressive learning methods, its project-based learning model, and its rigorous curriculum. Here’s a few things you may not know about Clariden:

• Clariden values developing students with strong character just as much as it values strong academics.

• Clariden’s character building curriculum is founded on, what we refer to as, Cougar PRIDE: Politeness, Respect, Integrity, (Self-) Discipline, and Embracing Opportunity.

• Clariden’s curriculum, projects, field studies, travel opportunities, com-petitions, and distinguished faculty make for great learning outcomes for our students.

• Clariden has a 100% graduation rate with 100% going off to college. • Clariden students’ ACT and SAT scores are above the State and National

averages. • Clariden students’ grade point averages are high, yielding significant

scholarship money.• Given that our students engage in a variety of learning experiences their

extra-curricular activities reflect well roundness and uniqueness.• The majority of our students are studying above grade level and excel

within Clariden’s learning environment, where fostering the love of learning happens authentically on all levels.

We encourage you to explore Clariden’s website (www.claridenschool.org) and check out our Facebook and Instagram pages, as all of these resources will give you a great feel for what it means to be a part of Clariden’s community and for your child to be a Clariden Cougar.

Thank you again for taking the time to explore Clariden. We’re excited about the prospect of meeting your child and working alongside your family. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us as you explore and hopefully apply for admission. We’re happy to assist with any questions you may have.

All my best,

Angela Naples, Head of School

Cougar P.R.I.D.E.

POLITENESS: At Clariden, we value please and thank you, kindness and good manners.

RESPECT: We promote and value a school culture based upon respect. Respect for self, for others and for one’s community (this includes the campus, textbooks, materials, etc.).

INTEGRITY: We expect our students to be people with integrity and we strive to foster this within them. We value trust and honesty. We expect our students to do the right thing -- even when no one is looking.

DISCIPLINE(of Self): At Clariden, we create a learning environment that fosters self-regulation. We teach our students to own their education, to be independent, and to be disciplined in how they approach their work and in how they handle themselves.

EMBRACING OPPORTUNITY: Clariden provides an abundance of opportunities for students to try, explore and participate in a variety of learning experiences -- all designed to expand their knowledge and build their self-confidence. Clariden students know how to do hard things and aren’t afraid to try. When a first prototype doesn’t work, we teach our students to take the knowledge they’ve gained and try again.


Table of Contents

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Cougar Facts

Student Body

Project Based Learning

Programs

College Prep

Admissions Process

Tuition & Fees

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The Clariden School of Southlake

clariden_cougars

@claridenschool

100 Clariden Ranch Rd.Southlake, TX 76092

682-237-0400

[email protected]

claridenschool.org

School Hours

MONDAY - FRIDAYAdministration7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Cougar K - 128:15 am - 3:30 pm

Cougar Prep Preschool9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Early Drop-OffOpens at 7:30 am

Extended DayCloses at 6:00 pm

Your Admissions Team

Connect with Our Parents and StudentsThere’s nothing like talking with some of our students and parents to really get a feel for what the Clariden experience is like. We are happy to help arrange this, just ask!

“I love the people; everyone here is so ac-cepting and caring. The teachers and staff are really passionate about teaching and they give me an amazing learning environ-ment. The learning here is so much more fun and exciting than at any other school.” - Praew, Middle School Student

“No one judges you here. You can be your-self.” - Nadia, Middle School Student

“We have just moved to Dallas form UK, which relocating is hard work alone. I can-not praise this school and all of the staff enough for the love, professionalism and devotion to each child as an individual. My 4 year old boy was assessed comfortably in a relaxed style and was in school 2 days later. If you are moving to the area I give you my word that you wouldn’t find a more loving and caring school that just wants to see your child learn and grow.” - Gail Disley

Angela NaplesHead of School

Robyn FolmarAdmissions

Sabina StoneAdmin

Angie GofredoDevelopment


Cougar Facts

Our Mission

We offer next-generation

learning to a global

community of independent

thinkers by igniting curiosity,

encouraging innovation, and

discovering genius.

Providing a ProgressiveEducation for More Than 25 YearsThe Clariden School was founded more than 25 years ago by a dedicated family with a passion for progressive learning. What started as a one building school serving preschool through sixth grade students has evolved into a private preschool through high school on a 23 acre campus with 5 buildings. In the late 1990s the school became a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit and independent school governed by a Board of Directors.

Accreditations

AwardsUNITED STATES SUPER STEM COMPETITION (USSSC)2019 Winner: Clean Energy - Super Wind Turbine2018 Winner: Biomimicry - Super Umbrella2017 Winner: Architecture - Tiny Houses

VEX IQ ROBOTICS CHALLENGE2018-2019 Clariden’s Middle School All-Girls Team Ranked 4th Place

TEAM AMERICA ROCKETRY COMPETITION2017 National Finalist2015 National Finalist & 3rd Place for Presentation, Nationals

VERIZON INNOVATIVE LEARNING APP CHALLENGE2015-2016 Best in State High School All-Girls Team

ODYSSEY OF THE MIND2019 High School State Champions & World Finalists2019 Middle School 3rd Place at Regional Tournament2018 Middle School State Champions & World Finalists2018 High School State Champions & World Finalists2017 High School State Champions & World Finalists

TOPS IN TARRANT5-Time Winner Tops in Tarrant by Society Life Magazine

Award-Winning, Project-Based Learning Throughout Our Pre-K - High School


Student Body

A Dynamic CommunityThe Southlake, TX area attracts a number of highly skilled industries: high-tech, finance, logistics, healthcare, aeronautics and many more. Families working in the area see the benefit of selecting a private school that leverages these local resources and integrates them into curriculum.

Tops in TarrantClariden families travel from across Tarrant, Fort Worth & Dallas Counties for our quality learning environment.

Easing Relocation Transitions for Your FamilyMany of our families have relocated to the DFW metroplex from across the US & the world. We thrive on this diversity of thought, experience, traditions and culture as it enriches our learning environment. We have much experience in helping students and families transition from different learning environments. Our project-based learning creates immediate and natural opportunities for students to connect with each other and with their learning. Our academic strength makes our students prepared for future transitions, while our character development programs help ensure their emotional and interpersonal confidence.



What Is PBL?In Project Based Learning, teachers make learning come alive for students. Students work on a project over an extended period of time – [from a month to a semester] – that engages them in solving a real-world problem or answering a complex question. They demonstrate their knowledge and skills by creating a public product or presentation for a real audience.

As a result, students develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills. Project Based Learning unleashes a contagious, creative energy among students and teachers.

How Does PBL Differ from “Doing a Project”?

PBL is becoming widely used in schools and other educational settings, with different varieties being practiced. However, there are key characteristics that differentiate “doing a project” from engaging in rigorous Project Based Learning.

We find it helpful to distinguish a “dessert project” - a short, intellectually-light project served up after the teacher covers the content of a unit in the usual way - from a “main course” project, in which the project is the unit. In Project Based Learning, the project is the vehicle for teaching the important knowledge and skills student need to learn. The project contains and frames curriculum and instruction.

In contrast to dessert projects, PBL requires critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and various forms of communication. To answer a Driving Question and create high-quality work, students need to do much more than remember information. They need to use higher-order thinking skills and learn to work as a team.

The Gold Standard for High-Quality PBLTo help ensure your students are getting the main course and are engaging in quality Project Based Learning, PBLWorks promotes a research-based model for “Gold Standard PBL.” The Gold Standard PBL model encompasses two useful guides for educators:

1. Seven Essential Project Design Elements provide a framework for developing high quality projects for your classroom, and

2. Seven Project Based Teaching Practices help teachers, schools, and organizations measure, calibrate, and improve their practice.

Page Source: Bucks Institute for Educationwww.pblworks.org/what-is-pbl



1. Clariden follows the Buck Institute’s Gold Standard when developing and implementing our projects.

2. Projects are developed to meet and exceed Texas State Standards as well as meet all elements of the required Gold Standard for PBL.

3. Projects span a length of time (4-12 weeks). This allows for a greater level of understanding – mastery of concepts and an in-depth understanding of how concepts apply to real world problems.

4. Clariden‘s projects are enhanced by field study and travel.

5. Clariden‘s projects are designed to allow for creativity, collaboration and for students to have choice and ownership of their learning.

6. Clariden‘s learning environment is designed to promote student voice. Students learn to use their voice to state what they know, what they’ve learned and how to present in a manner that reflects their knowledge of content and concepts and their ability to problem solve.

7. Clariden students gain knowledge from experts and mentors.

8. Project work is integrated with concepts learned in content time. This reinforces learning and allows for further exploration.

9. Clariden designs projects that challenge students to think about and create items that they may have previously had no experience with. For example: rockets, robots, the rain forest, rovers, Texas ecosystems, roller coasters, hatching of baby chicks, etc.

10. Clariden students are actively engaged in their learning and are happy to be at school and most importantly – happy and eager to learn.

Top 10 Reasons Why Clariden Excels at PBL

At Clariden, You Get the Whole Meal

Image Source: Bucks Institute for Education www.pblworks.org/doing-project-vs-project-based-learning


Programs

A Whole-Student ProgramThe Clariden School helps students find their voice, develop it and challenge it. Knowing one’s own voice helps a student advocate for their educational and personal goals. The Clarden School is a safe place to explore, investigate, question, analyze, and challenge one’s self. Talk with our students and this difference is immediately evident. Our students know their voice and own their education.


Programs

* Students wanting to transfer into Clariden’s High School program from other programs may not be able to fullfill the requirements for a “Distinguished Academic Program” diploma based on their transcript.

Clariden’s Award-WinningPre-K - 12 Educational

The Clariden School delivers a rigorous and engag-ing academic experience for motivated students and their families. This is achieved through the integrated approach of project-based learning. Along with an extensive foundational curriculum, Clariden’s program is a series of building blocks. Our teachers collaborate across grades to ensure the core skills are introduced to our youngest students and expanded each year through coordinated curriculum. This enables our students to move through materials quickly and smoothly. We also build in prep years into our program to help students transition from one phase of their education to another. The goal is that each and every student and their family are set up to succeed on their way to a Clariden diploma.


College Prep

100% Graduation Rate &

College Acceptance

The Power of a Clariden Diploma

Class of 2020 Scholarships & Recognition

Clariden students are regularly awarded significant scholarships based on their strong academic achievements. Our college prep services assist students in maximizing searches for available scholarships and grants.

Top 10+ Reasons a Clariden Diploma Has a Powerful College Admissions Edge

1. Distinguished Diploma: Clariden’s diploma is classified as “Dis-tinguished Academic Program” level -- Texas’ highest level.

2. Honors Only: Clariden is an “All Honors” program where 9th - 12th Grades are all honors-level courses.

3. 30% More Credits: Students typically graduate with about 30% more credits than what is achievable in public school. Admis-sions officers look very favorably on this.

4. No Class Ranking: Means that students won’t be automatically excluded from college admissions processes that reject students outside a given rank.

5. Student Academics: Clariden students’ performance is consis-tently above local, state & national averages for grade level. We nurture advanced, problem-solving students.

6. Top ACT & SAT: Clariden students’ test scores are consistently above the state and national averages.

7. Unique Extra-Curriculur: Our experiences differentiate our students. Clariden’s class size enables us to provide high-touch, high-value experiences from world travel to the use of technol-ogy, machinery and expert research.

8. Academic Competition Leaders: Our teams consistently deliver strong performances at top national academic competitions.

9. Dual Credit / Concurrent Credit Courses: Credit hours earned can never be taken away. They must be recognized by the col-lege, unlike AP classes that may or may not be recognized by the college. College credit hours done in high school saves college tuition money and immediately advances the student in their line of study.

10. Personalized Referrals: Small classes mean teachers know each and every student. Teachers are able to provide highly per-sonalized referrals that assist the student in their line of study.

11. Well-Developed Character: Clariden’s focus on student voice and accountability is immediately apparent in all our students. The small school environment means no one is seen as a number and no one can be anonymous. Instead, our students are seen, heard and treated as citizens and leaders within our community.

12. Private School Applications Stand Out: College admissions of-ficers take notice of private schools because they understand the value of a more personalized education. It provides a diversity of thought to their communities which they see as highly desirable.

(AVER AGE)

30% BETTER

ACT


College Prep

• American University, DC• Arcadia University, PA• Austin College, TX• Baylor University, TX• Bradley University, IL• California College of the Arts, CA• Colorado State University, CO• Dallas Art Institute, TX• Elon University, NC• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University,

AZ• George Washington University, DC• Hawaii Pacific University, HI• Hendrix College, AR• Iowa State University, IA

• Kettering University, MI• Miami University, OH• Northeastern University, MA• NYU, Shanghai, China• Oklahoma State University, OK• Oregon University, OR• Southern Methodist University (SMU),

TX• Southwestern University, TX• Stephen F. Austin University, TX• SUNY Geneseo, NY• Texas Christian University (TCU), TX • Texas State, TX• University of Arkansas, AR

Clariden Graduates Own Their Futures

Clariden graduates have a remarkable track record of being offered letters of acceptance to their top school choices across the USA including:

• Texas Tech, TX• U.S. Naval Academy, MD• University of Arizona, AZ• University of Colorado – Boulder, CO• University of Colorado – Denver, CO• University of Denver, CO• University of Kansas, KS• University of Massachusetts, MA• University of North Texas, TX• University of San Francisco, CA• University of Texas Arlington, TX• University of Texas Austin, TX• University of Washington, WA• Webster University – St. Louis, MO• Williamette University, OR

Source: Google Maps


College Prep

Clariden Only Delivers the “Distinguished Academic Program” High School Diploma* -- Highest Level for the State of Texas

Below is the Texas Education Agency’s chart of high school graduation program requirements after House Bill 5.

Side-by-Side Comparison: Graduation Program Options to be Implemented Beginning in 2014-2015

3/1/2014

Discipline Foundation HSP *MHSP *RHSP *DAP English Language Arts Four credits:

• English I • English II • English III • An advanced English course

Four credits: • English I • English II • English III • English IV or approved alternate

course

Four credits: • English I • English II • English III • English IV

Four credits: • English I • English II • English III • English IV

Mathematics Three credits: • Algebra I • Geometry • An advanced math course

Three credits: • Algebra I • Geometry • SBOE approved math course

Four credits: • Algebra I • Algebra II • Geometry • An additional math credit

Four credits: • Algebra I • Algebra II • Geometry • An additional math credit

Science Three credits: • Biology • IPC or an advanced science course • An advanced science course

Two credits: • Biology • IPC or Chemistry and Physics (one of

the two serves as an academic elective)

Four credits: • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • An additional science credit

Four credits: • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • An additional science credit

Social Studies Three credits • U.S. History • U.S. Government (one-half credit) • Economics (one-half credit) • World History or World Geography

Three credits: • U.S. History (one credit) • U.S. Government (one-half credit) • Economics (one-half credit) • World History (one credit) or World

Geography (one credit)

Four credits: • U.S. History (one credit) • U.S. Government (one-half credit) • Economics (one-half credit) • World History (one credit) • World Geography (one credit)

Four credits: • U.S. History (one credit) • U.S. Government (one-half credit) • Economics (one-half credit) • World History (one credit) • World Geography (one credit)

Physical Education One credit One credit One credit One credit Languages Other Than English

Two credits in the same language Two credits from Computer Science I, II, and III (other substitutions)

None Two credits in the same language Three credits in the same language

Fine Arts One credit One credit One credit One credit Speech Demonstrated proficiency in speech

skills One-half credit from either of the following: • Communication Applications • Professional Communications (CTE)

One-half credit from either of the following: • Communication Applications • Professional Communications (CTE)

One-half credit from either of the following: • Communication Applications • Professional Communications (CTE)

Electives Five credits Seven and one half credits (one must be an academic elective)

Five and one-half credits Four and one-half credits

Total Credits 22 22 26 26 * Only available for students who entered grade 9 before the 2014-2015 school year

• Clariden provides this curriculum & more.

• Clariden Students typically graduate with more than 1/3 more credits than what is achievable in public high school.

• Clariden’s Class of 2020 Seniors already had an average of 35 credits at the end of their Junior year.

Source: Texas Education Agencyhttps://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/SidebySideGraduationPrograms_030114.pdf

*Distinguished Plan may not be possible for students wanting to transfer from other programs based on student’s transcript.


Admissions Process

The Clariden School’s Admissions Process is intentionally thorough. Our goal is to ensure students that are ad-mitted to the program are up to the rigorous academic challenges of the program. The Clariden School accepts students who have a strong desire to learn, encompass good moral character, have exemplary behavior and acceptable attendance records, exhibit evidence of potential success in a school program and defined academic goals. Previous school records, entrance interviews, assessments and a student’s application are used to deter-mine admission.

The Clariden School does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or religious affiliation in regards to admission, employment, and financial aid decisions.


Tuition & Fees

Program Days / Week

Hours Annual Tuition*

Cougar Prep Preschool: 3 -4 yrs 5 9:00 AM -2:00 PM $ 9,050

Cougar Prep Preschool: 4 -5 yrs 5 9:00 AM -2:00 PM $ 9,050

Cougar Elementary School - Transitional Kindergarten 5 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM $11,235

Cougar Elementary School - Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4 5 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM $14,470

Cougar Elementary School - Grade 5 5 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM $14,700

Cougar Middle School - Grades 6, 7 5 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM $16,000

Cougar Middle School - Grade 8 5 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM $16,500

Cougar High School - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM $17,600

Multi-Student Discounts PercentFor primary or blended families with a shared parent. Applied to the lowest tuition.

- Sibling Discount: 2nd Student 5% Discount

- Sibling Discount: 3rd Student + 10% Discount

New Student Fees AmountApplication Fee:

Per each new or re-applying student; due with application

$175

Campus Improvement Fee:

One-time fee per family (not per student); due with the first enrollment contract; amount based on the eldest student enrollment.

- Cougar Prep Level $500

- Cougar Elementary, Middle or High School $2,000

* Annual tuition includes supplies, textbooks, field study admittance, assessments, and academic competition entry fees. Overnight, extended and/or international travel expenses are not included. After-school clubs, extended daycare, summer programs and lunch programs are not included. Middle and High School students are encouraged to supply their own laptop.

For School Year 2020-2021

Payment of full annual tuition and fees is due April 1, 2020 by check, Mastercard or Visa.A 3% convenience fee is added to credit card or online payments. Payment plans are also available, service fees apply.

Financial Aid

Need-based financial aid is available. Please contact the admissions office for details.

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