The cost of attending an independent private school is not insignificant, and financial aid programs are one of the ways in which schools alleviate some of the financial burdens on their families. But what about the costs past tuition, such as playing a sport or purchasing a computer? These costs can be prohibitive, even with financial aid, and they can make it difficult for students to participate fully in the community, creating a feeling of “otherness.” 

So how do you ensure all students have equitable access to the full experience your school has to offer them? This is the problem that Georgetown Day School set out to solve when they developed its Equity Fund.
 

Speakers:

• Marlo Thomas, Assistant Head for Equity and Inclusion, Georgetown Day School
• Christopher Levy, Director of Enrollment Management and Financial Aid, Georgetown Day School