Upper School Curriculum
The future begins right here.
By tailoring studies and school experiences to fit individual needs and interests, Maclay’s Upper School equips students for the demands of college life. This hard work is rewarded -- almost all of our Upper School students attend their first or second choice college after graduation.
Meet Maclay Upper School
"Maclay is a very challenging school but that has ultimately led me to challenge myself to be the best student I can be."
How do you know you’re on the right path? By first exploring the possibilities in front of you.
That’s our philosophy in Maclay’s Upper School, where students discover their potential and explore their options through a unique combination of academic preparation, community involvement, and personal growth.
Maclay's unique Academic Concentrations allow students to pursue their passions with their core and elective course structure.
Our Voices
Maclay has provided me so many opportunities to create who I am.
Our Voices
There's not a moment during my years at Maclay that people doubted me.
The MARC
The Maclay Academic Resource Center (MARC) supports the Maclay School mission by promoting academic success for all students and providing a range of support through tutoring workshops and parent education. Dr. Perry, Mr. Gussaroff, Ms. Turner, Mrs. Fantle are the faculty available for support, and students in the Peer Education and Tutoring program are also available.
Independent Studies
Direct Independent Studies courses allow students to set their own curriculum. Whether is researching infectious diseases, media production, or creating nutrition plans for children, you take ownership of your learning and experience.
Guidance
The Guidance Team is an important level of support of the social and emotional development of our students. Besides providing resources for support, they also bring in programs and guests speakers about topics relevant to students and families today.
Curriculum
Our challenging curriculum meets or exceeds the recommended courses of studies for most selective colleges and universities. The Maclay School faculty and staff are here to help students succeed at Maclay and beyond.
Freshman Academy
The Maclay Freshmen Academy provides all 9th graders with tools to help them get set on the right path for a successful high school career and ultimately prepared for college.
Gabor Junior Interview Series
The Gabor Junior Interview Series is a unique signature program for Maclay 11th graders to provide them training and best practices for future interviews with employers and colleges.
FLEX and Enrichment
Whether an internship, specialized training, or one of our specialized courses in science or SAT prep, the FLEX class provides the flexibility of customizing curriculum.
College Counseling
Our College Counseling staff knows our students and helps them navigate the college search journey by building personal relationships and finding the right fit for every family and student.