2025 Information for Families of New Students
Welcome to The New Family Information Page!
In the coming weeks, you will receive on-boarding information and division specific communications. Additionally, as it becomes available, we will post all New Family information here so that you won't miss a thing.
Upcoming Events & Key Dates
Click on the grade levels below to view grade specific details.
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Beginners 3/4, Beginners 4/5 & Kindergarten: Early Childhood
APRIL- Spring Discovery Fair: Sat., April 25, 9:30 –11 a.m. for children ages 2–7 and their parents. Children will be able to choose from a variety of activity stations such as art (clay & wire), movement (obstacle course), scientific principles, sensory tables, wood-working and music. Click here to register.
MAY- Host Family Letters of Introduction: Arriving in May
- Frogtown Fair: Sat., May 16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (Rain Date: Sun., May 17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.) Bring the whole family! This family-friendly event is hosted by our amazing Parents' Association and Horizons. Join us for pony rides, a petting zoo, cotton candy, crafts, face painting, live music, games and so much more!
JUNE- Popsicles on the Playground: Sun., May 30, 3-4 p.m., Join host families and new Early Childhood & Lower School students for an afternoon of outdoor play and making new friends.
- Host Family Playdates & Meet-ups: June through August
- Phone calls with Jeannie Bean, Director of Early Childhood: Late June/early July
AUGUST- Back to School Conferences: Either Wed., Sept. 2 or Thurs., Sept. 3, for parents/guardians & student
SEPTEMBER- Opening day of school: Wed., Sept. 9
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Grades 1-4: Lower School
APRIL- Introduction to Lower School: Wed., April 23, 8:30-9 a.m.
Parents and guardians join Meaghan Mallin, Head of Early Childhood & Lower School, Cindy Thom, Assistant Head of Early Childhood & Lower School, and current parents and guardians of our rising first graders for our Introduction to Lower School program in the Innovation Space located in Grace House. A voice recording of this event will be available for those unable to attend.- Spring Discovery Fair: Sat., April 26, 9:30 –11 a.m. for children ages 2–7 and their parents. Children will be able to choose from a variety of activity stations such as art (clay & wire), movement (obstacle course), scientific principles, sensory tables, wood-working and music. Click here to register.
MAY- Host Family Letters of Introduction: Arriving in May
- Frogtown Fair: Sat., May 16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (Rain Date: Sun., May 17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.) Bring the whole family! This family-friendly event is hosted by our amazing Parents' Association and Horizons. Join us for pony rides, a petting zoo, cotton candy, crafts, face painting, live music, games and so much more!
JUNE- Popsicles on the Playground: Sun., May 30, 3-4 p.m., Join host families and new Early Childhood & Lower School students for an afternoon of outdoor play and making new friends.
- Host Family Playdates & Meet-ups: June through August
- Phone calls with Meaghan Mallin, Head of Early Childhood & Lower School: Late June/early July
AUGUST- Back to School Conferences: Either Wed., Sept. 2 or Thurs., Sept. 3, for parents/guardians & student
SEPTEMBER- Opening day of school: Wed., Sept. 9
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Grades 5 & 6: Middle School
APRIL- Introduction to Grade 6: Mon., April 14, 8:30-9 a.m.
Parents and guardians join Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School, for this informative and engaging session as you prepare for the exciting 2025-2026 school year in the Grace House Innovation Space. A voice recording of this event will be available for those unable to attend. - Introduction to Grade 5: Tues., April 15, 8:30-9 a.m.
Parents and guardians join Kirsten Rosolen, our Head of Middle & Upper School, and current parents & guardians of rising fourth graders in the Grace House Innovation Space. A voice recording of this event will be available for those unable to attend.
MAY- Host Family Letters of Introduction: Arriving in May
- Frogtown Fair: Sat., May 16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (Rain Date: Sun., May 17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.) Bring the whole family! This family-friendly event is hosted by our amazing Parents' Association and Horizons. Join us for pony rides, a petting zoo, cotton candy, crafts, face painting, live music, games and so much more!
JUNE- Host Family Meet-ups: June through August
- Phone calls with Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School: Late June/early July
AUGUST- Back to School Conferences: Either Wed., Sept. 7 or Thurs., Sept. 3, for parents/guardians & student
SEPTEMBER- Opening day of school: Wed., Sept. 9
- Introduction to Grade 6: Mon., April 14, 8:30-9 a.m.
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Grades 7-9: Upper School
APRIL- Intro to Grade 7: Mon., April 21, 8-8:30 a.m.
Parents and guardians join Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School, and Lauren Romeo, Assistant Head of Upper School, for this informative and engaging session as you prepare for the exciting 2025-2026 school year. A voice recording of this event will be available for those unable to attend.- Intro to Grade 8 & 9: Mon., April 21, 8:45-9:15 a.m.
Parents and guardians join Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School, and Lauren Romeo, Assistant Head of Upper School, for this informative and engaging session as you prepare for the exciting 2025-2026 school year. A voice recording of this event will be available for those unable to attend.MAY- Host Family Letters of Introduction: Arriving in May
- Frogtown Fair: Sat., May 16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (Rain Date: Sun., May 17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.) Bring the whole family! This family-friendly event is hosted by our amazing Parents' Association and Horizons. Join us for pony rides, a petting zoo, cotton candy, crafts, face painting, live music, games and so much more!
JUNE- Host Family Meet-ups: June through August
- Phone calls with Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School: Late June/early July
AUGUST- Back to School Conferences: Either Wed., Sept. 2 or Thurs., Sept. 3, for parents/guardians & student
SEPTEMBER- Opening day of school: Wed., Sept. 9
Important Information
Click below to learn more about transportation, the health office, food service, and more!
In case you missed these Essential Presentations...
- Introduction to Beginners with Jeannie Bean, Director of Early Childhood (4/2/2025)
- Introduction to Kindergarten with Jeannie Bean, Director of Early Childhood (4/3/2025)
- Introduction to Grade 6 with Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School (4/14/2025)
- Introduction to Grade 5 with Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School (4/15/2025)
- Introduction to Grade 7 with Kirsten Rosolen, Head of Middle & Upper School (4/21/2025)
- Introduction to Grades 8 & 9 with Kirsten Rosolen, Director of Middle & Upper School (4/21/2025)
- Introduction to Lower School (Grades 1–4) with Meaghan Mallin, Head of Early Childhood & Lower School (4/23/2025) *No recording available
Important Links to have as resources...
- 2026–2027 Tuition and Fee Schedule
- Accessing Completed Forms & Contracts
- Blackbaud Tuition Management Information
- School Policies and Procedures (You will receive an updated 2025-2026 Digital Handbook in the fall.)
- 2025-2026 'At a Glance' Calendar
- Welcome to the PA Letter
- 2025-2026 Plus Program Information
- 2025-2026 Health Office Information
If you have any questions, please contact Beth, Kathy or Cathy in the Admission Office: admissioninfo@countryschool.net or (203) 801-5608
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