Name
Beyond the Numbers: Challenging the “Right Fit” Narrative
Date & Time
Friday, September 20, 2024, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Description

How do our admission processes constrain our ability to evaluate students holistically? Beyond conventional metrics like grades and scores, what additional data can we integrate to understand students and their families comprehensively? Through an interactive examination of candidate profiles, workshop participants will discover varied ways of assessing prospective candidates. By critically analyzing traditional evaluation methods, attendees will develop tools to identify and mitigate biases inherent in these assessments, crafting more inclusive admissions processes. Drawing upon nearly five decades of talent identification and placement expertise, representatives from Prep for Prep will share insights gleaned from their work with qualified, mission-aligned BIPOC students and families, shedding light on the systemic challenges we face today.

Location Name
Fairfax A (3rd floor)
Full Address
Sheraton Boston Hotel
39 Dalton Street
Boston, MA 02199
United States
Tags/Tracks
Boarding Schools, Day Schools, DEI, Culture and Belonging
Annual Conference Session Type
Concurrent Session (1 Hour)