Who is eligible to become a High Jump student?
- Students who are in the sixth grade at the time of application
- Students from the Chicagoland area
- Students who excel academically and possess the desire to learn
- Students from any cultural background
- Students with limited family income
The applicants I meet from the High Jump program are impressive young people. Their academic preparation and commitment to educational success sets them apart. Their readiness to invest themselves in the school community marks them as leaders.
— Cokey Evans, Middle and Upper School Admission Director, Francis W. Parker School
Shadow Day at High Jump
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit High Jump for the entire day. The student will be paired with a High Jump student whom they will follow through a typical day schedule. To schedule a visit and request a permission slip please contact the High Jump office: 312.582.7700. Visits are limited and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis so please understand that your request for a visit is not guaranteed.
How to Apply to High Jump
A student’s application is complete when all of the following are submitted:
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Application Form
- Complete Financial Information Form
- Proof of Income for all parents and guardians
- A complete copy of last year’s 1040 Federal Tax form
- A complete copy of this year’s 1040 Federal Tax form
- A copy of a Medicaid I.D. card indicating coverage
- Current Food Stamp Voucher
- Child Support Statement
- Proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Proof of Special Population Group (i.e. Social Security)
- Report Card from current year
- Report Card from 5th Grade
- Standardized Test Scores for 5th Grade
- Transcript/Cumulative Card
- Counselor/Homeroom Teacher Recommendation
- English/Math Instructor Recommendation
- Student Essay
