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Apply for the 2022-2023 School Year
Thank you for taking the time to get to know us better. Click on the links below to learn more about our admissions process for the different school divisions.
Preliminary applications are due December 3, 2021. Completed applications, inclusive of all components, are due on January 14, 2022. We are available to help and support you throughout the application process – please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Families interested in submitting an application for Nursery through Grade 5 after the December 3 deadline are encouraged to directly contact the Admissions office.
Early Childhood (N-K)
Early Childhood: Nursery-Kindergarten Admissions Checklist:
To begin:
As we open our doors in September, we have several opportunities for you to explore The Heschel School! As a first step, we encourage you to sign up HERE for a Zoom information session. In addition, a 360 virtual tour is now available on our website. For additional questions, please email us at erica.panush@heschel.org.
Before applying to our Early Childhood division, please know:
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Nursery- Children applying for Nursery must reach their 3rd birthday by August 31, 2022.
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Pre-K- Children applying for Pre-K must reach their 4th birthday by August 31, 2022.
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Kindergarten- Children applying for Kindergarten must reach their 5th birthday by August 31, 2022.
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Students must be fully immunized based on New York State requirements.
Preliminary Online Application
Applications for entrance in Fall of 2022 will be available between September 1, 2021 and December 3, 2021. Heschel uses the services of Ravenna to facilitate an online application.
Click here to submit your online application. The application deadline is December 3, 2021.
For technical assistance with the application forms, please email the Admissions Office at sharon.murphy@heschel.org.
Parent Questionnaire
The Parent Questionnaire allows Heschel's Admissions team to better understand your child and your family. Please submit this form before your Zoom Parent Interview.
Zoom Parent Interview
Sign up HERE to schedule your Zoom Parent Interview. Prior to the interview please be sure that the Parent Questionnaire and Spotlight Video have been submitted.
Teacher Recommendation
On the online application, “delegate” to your child’s teacher by entering their email address. The form will be emailed directly to the teacher, and he/she will return it directly to Heschel. Be sure to press Submit after entering the email address. Due January 14, 2022.
Financial Aid (if applicable)
Please visit our financial aid page for information about applying for aid. The deadline to complete your financial aid application is December 15, 2021.
Notification Dates
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Nursery and Pre-K: March 3, 2022 (Reply by March 10, 2022)
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Kindergarten: February 3, 2022 (Reply by February 10, 2022)
These dates are in accordance with guidelines set by the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY).
Lower School (1-5)
Lower School: Grades 1-5 Admissions Checklist:
To begin:
As we open our doors in September, we have several opportunities for you to explore The Heschel School! As a first step, we encourage you to sign up HERE for a Zoom information session. In addition, a 360 virtual tour is now available on our website. For additional questions, please email us at erica.panush@heschel.org.
Before applying to our Lower School division, please know:
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Students must be fully immunized based on New York State requirements.
Preliminary Online Application
Applications for entrance in Fall of 2022 will be available between September 1, 2021 and December 3, 2021. Heschel uses the services of Ravenna to facilitate an online application.
Click here to submit your online application. The application deadline is December 3, 2021.
For technical assistance with the application forms, please email the Admissions Office at sharon.murphy@heschel.org.
Parent Questionnaire
The Parent Questionnaire allows Heschel's Admissions team to better understand your child and your family. Please submit this form before your Zoom Parent Interview.
Zoom Parent Interview
Schedule this with the Admissions Office. Prior to the interview please be sure that the Preliminary Application, Parent Questionnaire and School Report have been submitted.
Observation Form from Two (2) Teachers
On the online application, “delegate” to two (2) of your child’s teachers by entering their email addresses. The forms will be emailed directly to the teachers, and they will return them directly to Heschel. Be sure to press Submit after entering the email addresses. Due January 14, 2022.
Names and Emails of Two (2) Teachers
Please submit names and email addresses of two (2) teachers for contact later in the admissions process.
Student Assessments for General Studies and Hebrew Language
Arrange with the Admissions Office, after the Preliminary Application, and Parent Questionnaire are submitted.
School Reports:
An official transcript of the student’s most recent report card should be emailed directly from the applicant’s school. Due January 14, 2022.
Financial Aid (if applicable)
Please visit our financial aid page for information about applying for aid. The deadline to complete your financial aid application is December 15, 2021.
Notification Date:
Grades 1-5: February 8, 2022 (Reply by March 1, 2022)
This date is in accordance with guidelines set by the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY).
Middle School (6-8)
Middle School: 6-8 Grades Admissions Checklist:
To Begin:
As we open our doors in September, we have several opportunities for you to explore The Heschel School! As a first step, we encourage you to sign up HERE for a Zoom information session. In addition, a 360 virtual tour is now available on our website. For additional questions, please email us at Iris.klein@heschel.org.
Preliminary Online Application
Applications for entrance in Fall of 2022 will be available between September 1, 2020 and December 3, 2021. Heschel uses the services of Ravenna to facilitate an online application.
Click here to submit your online application. The application deadline is December 3, 2021.
For technical assistance with the application forms, please email the Admissions Office. (sharon.murphy@heschel.org)
Parent Questionnaire
The Parent Questionnaire allows Heschel's Admissions team to better understand your child. Please submit this form before you come for your Zoom Parent Interview.
Student and Parent Interview
After you complete your preliminary application you will be contacted by the Admissions Office to schedule an interview for you and your child.
School Reports
School reports from current schools are required to complete the application. An official transcript should be sent directly from the applicant’s school by January 14, 2022.
Submit Test Scores
For entrance in Fall 2022 Heschel will not be requiring a current standardized admissions test (ISEE Primary) as part of the application process. Applicants are instead requested to submit the results of their most recent standardized test administered by their current school e.g., ERB, or ELA.
Student Essay
Choose three topics of the five ISAAGNY topics listed on the application.
Teacher Recommendation
Please Send the Teacher Recommendation Form (available online) to your child’s current teacher. This form should be completed by January 14, 2022.
Financial Aid (if applicable)
Please visit our financial aid page for information about applying for aid. Deadline to complete your financial aid application is December 15, 2021.
Notification Date:
Grades 6-8: February 8, 2022 (Reply by March 1, 2022)
This date is in accordance with guidelines set by the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY).
Students must be fully immunized based on the New York State Requirements.
High School (9-12)
High School: Grades 9-12 Admissions Checklist:
As we open our doors in September, we have several opportunities for you to explore The Heschel School!
Join us on Zoom for Heschel 101: An Introductory Information Session
- Tuesday, October 12 at 6:30PM or
- Thursday, October 28 at 6:30PM
Then, please join us in person for An Evening at Heschel High School to experience the magic of our classrooms, meet members of our faculty and student body, and learn about the experiences and opportunities that make Heschel High School so special.
- Thursday, November 4 at 6:30PM or
- Wednesday, November 17 at 6:30PM
*RSVP required. Proof of vaccination required at the door for door for all students and parents attending our in-person event. If it is possible for your family, please have one parent attend with each prospective student.
For additional questions, please email us at Iris.klein@heschel.org.
Preliminary Online Application
Heschel uses the services of Ravenna to facilitate our online application.
Click here to submit your online application. The application deadline is December 3, 2021.
For technical assistance with the application forms, please email the Admissions Office. (sharon.murphy@heschel.org)
Student and Parent Interview
Once you submit your Preliminary Application you will be able to sign up for Parent and Student interviews on Ravenna.
Student Essay
Choose one of the five ISAAGNY topics listed. Essay should be no longer than 500 words.
Teacher Recommendations
English, Math, and Jewish Studies recommendations forms (available online) are required as part of the application and must be received by January 14, 2022.
School Reports
School reports from current schools are required to complete the application. An official transcript should be sent directly from the applicant’s school by January 14, 2022.
Test Scores
For entrance in Fall 2022 Heschel will not be requiring a current standardized admissions test (ISEE, SSAT, or CAT/E) as part of the application process. Applicants are instead requested to submit the results of their most recent standardized test administered by their current school e.g., ERB, Terra Nova, or ELA.
Financial Aid (if applicable)
Please visit our financial aid page for information about applying for aid. Deadline to complete your financial aid application is December 15, 2021.
Notification Date:
Grades 9-12: February 18, 2022 (Reply by March 11, 2022)
Notification of acceptance complies with the guidelines established by the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY).
Students must be fully immunized based on the New York State Requirements.
