Admission
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Accepting Applications for Fall 2026
Cascades Academy is a Pre-K through 12th grade community of passionate students, families, and teachers who actively engage learning. Together we are building a collaborative environment where every student has the opportunity to learn more about themselves and the changing world around us.
We’d love to welcome you to campus for a personal tour and are here to support you through the enrollment process.
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ADMISSION EVENTS
Lower School: Rising PK-5th Grade
Thursday, April 23 | 4:45 PM: Campus Tour | 5:30–7:30 PM: All-School Arts Night
Get to know our campus with a tour led by our Lower School Head and then celebrate the creativity of PK–12 students during our annual All-School Arts Night. Explore visual art exhibits, enjoy music and drama performances, and soak up a festival atmosphere with food trucks on site. Rain or shine, the fun goes on! Prospective PK-5th parents/guardians and students are invited to attend this family-friendly event.
Friday, April 24 | 9-10:30 AM: Lower School Information Session & School Day Tour
Parents/guardians are invited to see our classrooms in action and meet our dedicated Lower School teachers and division head. Experience firsthand how Cascades Academy fosters curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning in PK–5. This is for parents/guardians only; prospective students visit during the school day as part of the application process.
Middle School: Rising 6th Grade
Friday, May 1 | 8:30-10:30 AM | 6th Grade Information Session & School Day Tour
Prospective parents/guardians and students are invited to learn more about Cascades Academy's Middle School and see the school day in action. Hear from school leaders and current students about their 6th grade experience, explore classrooms and learning spaces on a guided campus tour, and discover how our program challenges and supports students as they grow in independence, confidence, and curiosity during these pivotal years.
Admission TIMELINE
2025–2026 Admission Season for 2026–2027 Enrollment
We accept mid-year applications. Please contact Director of Enrollment Buck McKenna if you're interested in enrolling in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Prospective Families
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Monday, September 8, 2025: Priority Consideration Application Opens
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025: Priority Consideration Tuition Assistance Application Opens
- Friday, February 13, 2026: Priority Consideration Application Deadline
- Friday, February 13, 2026: Priority Consideration Tuition Assistance Application Deadline
- Friday, March 6, 2026: Admission Decisions and Tuition Assistance Shared
- Friday, March 13, 2026: Enrollment Agreements Due
- Applications will then be considered on a rolling basis to fill open spots
Returning Families
- Sunday, December 21, 2025: Sibling Application Deadline
- Friday, January 9, 2026: Tuition Assistance Application Deadline
- Friday, January 23, 2026: Sibling Decisions Shared
- Friday, January 23, 2026: Tuition Assistance Shared
- Friday, January 30, 2026: Deadline to Withdraw
- Sunday, February 8, 2026: Enrollment Agreements Due
Campus Tours
A guided visit to our beautiful 45-acre property is the first step to understanding what makes Cascades Academy unique. Join a morning or afternoon tour as it best fits your schedule; tours are available weekly year-round. We are happy to schedule a tour for your entire families or just parents and guardians. Middle School and Upper School students are encouraged to attend.
Affordability
We are committed to making an exceptional education accessible to all families through our robust tuition assistance program.
Buck McKenna
Director of Enrollment
541.382.0699
mckenna@cascadesacademy.org