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WEBINAR REPLAY

Watch the Replay:
What Admissions Officers Wish Middle School Families Knew

An Insider Conversation​

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In this session, Former Ivy+ Admissions Officers Thomas Caleel (Former Director of MBA Admissions at The Wharton School, UPenn; Founder of Admittedly ) and Dr. Peggy (Admissions Strategist; Former Head of Upper School, Crane Country Day School; Ed.D., UCLA) share what families of 6th, 7th, and 8th graders need to know right now — and why the decisions made in middle school quietly shape every high school and college opportunity that follows.

This replay is intended to help families move from a “wait and see” approach to an intentional, values-driven strategy — one that builds confidence, direction, and a real foundation for high school success without adding unnecessary pressure.

Key Moments

✓ Why middle school isn't a waiting room — and which 6th–8th grade decisions carry the most weight for your child's future, from math placement and course rigor to the early signals selective schools are already watching for.
✓ How to help your child build genuine confidence and self-awareness before the stakes get high, so they walk into 9th grade with clarity, direction, and a real sense of who they are.
✓ Admittedly's 3-part middle school strategy: how to help your child explore widely, build real identity and skill, and begin to focus with purpose before 9th grade — without turning their childhood into a résumé project.
✓ What families need to know about boarding school and private school applications: key deadlines, what to start thinking about in 6th and 7th grade, and how a counselor can help.

Ready to Take Action?

Insight is useful only if it changes the plan. If the replay helped you see that your child’s middle school years need more intentionality, whether around course placement, extracurricular direction, or building the habits that define high school success, the next step is to determine whether Admittedly is the right fit for your family.

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Build a clearer strategy before
high school begins.

Admittedly works with students and families who want strategic, thoughtful support through the admissions process. If your child is currently in middle school and you want a personalized roadmap that reflects your family’s values, we encourage you to apply for a call so our team can learn more about your goals, timeline, and fit.