2019/20
We are . . .
Pegasus The story of Pegasus begins with intellectual curiosity and compassion. We are a vibrant academic community that inspires bright, motivated students to discover and develop their unique gifts. Teachers and students build trusting relationships that foster selfreliance, confidence, and innovative thinking. A Pegasus education equips students to achieve future academic success and make a positive impact on society.
This is our mission.
We are . . .
A school beyond the ordinary
Dear Prospective Families, On behalf of The Pegasus School community, thank you for your interest in our school. Whether you are a new or familiar friend, we think you will find that our viewbook is a wonderful snapshot of Pegasus and what we believe distinguishes us in the independent school community. Pegasus was founded on the belief that strong intellect and a passion for learning should be nurtured and inspired and that learning must become a lifelong process. We are grounded in a commitment to service, embracing the opportunity borne by educating bright, motivated students. Pegasus students are curious and encouraged to inquire and develop their individual talents, and challenged to test their abilities — all in a stimulating environment. Pegasus faculty are distinguished by their dedication to ignite the thinking of creative and eager learners. Pegasus parents are wonderfully diverse but united in their belief that a first-rate education for their children is of the utmost importance. They are a vital part of the community and share the responsibility to create the environment that is perfect for teaching and learning. The Pegasus community has a shared vision: academic ability must be combined with character and integrity to embrace and grow the whole child. We have built a program that supplements each student’s natural love of learning, and cultivates his or her moral character, kindness, generosity, responsibility, perseverance, courage, and compassion. I invite you to explore The Pegasus School further and see how our community encourages the growth of our children through a rigorous educational program delivered in a caring environment. Sincerely,
Jason Lopez, Head of School
We explore, challenge and exceed expectations Pegasus faculty create and deliver curriculum that engages bright young minds to reach for more, challenge themselves, and use their own passion and talent to make the world a better place.
A few of our signature programs include...
Shakespeare Week
Cool Globes
Rainforest Project
...in academics
Buddies
Public Speaking and Debate
SPARK! Day
Ellis Island Experiece
Outdoor Education
We embrace, engage and inspire...
Kindness Be a nice person and share stuff. Pre-K student
Responsibility Do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Third-grade student
Courage
Generosity
Be brave even when you don’t think you can.
Be kind and thoughtful. Think about what you do.
Fourth-grade student
Kindergarten student
Curiosity
Integrity
Wonder and think more deeply.
Be a good person and be honest.
Seventh-grade student
First-grade student
Teamwork
Creativity
Together, we collaborate to get the job done well.
Use your imagination in a fun new way to figure things out.
Eighth-grade student
Fifth-grade student
...in community values
We create, sing, dance, perform... Students participate in visual, musical and performing arts under the direction of highly trained professionals. Whether creating a masterpiece in the art studio from a variety of media, performing a Shakespeare monologue, or choreographing a new dance, students find joy in the process of learning by doing.
...in the arts
We lead, compete, develop sportsmanship...
...in athletics Young scholars value the balance a strong physical education and sports program bring. Directed by our extraordinary coaching staff, students participate in athletics at all grade levels. Even though teams have won a great number of championships in flag football, volleyball, soccer, and basketball, middle school students value the strong character traits coaches emphasize during all activities.
$23,650
combined years of teaching experience An average of 16 years each.
14
ENDOWMENT
$5 Million
SPORTS TEAMS
2,000 hours/year of
community service by Middle School students
Pega
THE
1028
TUITION
GRADES 4-8
Grade 8 Pre-K
FINANCIAL AID
$700,000
565 STUDENTS 1,139 ALUMNI
$25,000 VOLUMES housed in the
L I B R A RY
asus SCHOOL
*Visit our website for a complete matriculation list.
9:1
student to faculty ratio
48% ETHNIC DIVERSITY
We collaborate, volunteer, lead...
“Volunteering at Pegasus is a privilege. Working together with other parents and with teachers is so much fun. I have learned as much as my child.” —Pegasus Parent
80% of Parents Volunteer Parents are a welcome and integral part of our community. In the classroom, as members of our PTO, as intrepid volunteers in many aspects of school life, we value their commitment to The Pegasus School.
...in the Parent Teacher Organization
We contribute time, talent, treasure... Pegasus is a distinctive and special place where generous faculty and staff, parents, alumni families, and grandparents have created a Pegasus legacy, a community of givers. Volunteer time. Financial contributions. Varied backgrounds and expert skills. These gifts are vital to delivering the type of education we value and expect. All families contribute to the annual giving program—it’s what we do! We presume you too will be inspired to join us and feel good about the impact you make.
Join our community of givers!
...one shared responsibilty
Tuition Tuition for 2019/20 school year: $23,650 Parents interested in applying for their children are encouraged to schedule a personal tour of The Pegasus School. Financial need should never discourage a student from applying to The Pegasus School. Please visit our website’s Admission pages to read our financial aid policies
19/20
Admissions Calendar
November 7 Pre-K and Kindergarten Admission Information Session December 7 “Bookmark Pegasus” (Open House) for all prospective parents and children
and process. Financial aid is available to
January 9 Admission Information Session
families based on demonstrated need.
January 17
Applications due
January 17
Pre-K assessments
The online application for this is hosted by FAST (Financial Aid for School Tuition) and can be accessed from our website.
January 18 Pre-K and Grades 4–8 (ISEE) assessments
Please visit our website for complete
January 24
Kindergarten assessments
information regarding the admission
January 25
Kindergarten and Grades 1–3 assessments
January 31
Pre-K assessments
February 1
Pre-K assessments
February 8
Kindergarten assessments
March 2
Admission decisions posted
process.
The Pegasus School admits students of any race, color, religion, national, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. It does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religious creed, sexual orientation, age, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, or physical challenge, in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or its athletic or other school administered programs.
March 15
New family contracts due
March 28 Assessment day for late applicants May 5
New parent orientation
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