Parent's Corner

Middle School Information

The Middle School years (6-8 grade) at Almaden Country School are focused on challenging young people, building their confidence and preparing them for the rigorous demands of the excellent high schools to which our students matriculate. This section has information to help our families navigate the middle school years at ACS. 

Sports Teams

ACS offers an after-school sports program for grades 5-8. The ACS Cougars participate as a member school in the Silicon Valley Athletic League (SVAL).

How to Apply to High School

There are many great choices for high schools in Silicon Valley. As an Almaden Country School student, you have many options to consider and this section was developed as a resource for you and your family. Please click links to left for more information.

Almaden Country School provided a tremendous foundation to my children Brittany and Bryan, who both went on from ACS to successful high school and college careers. Not only did ACS prepare them for rigorous academic challenges, it also helped to develop their character and values by providing a truly caring environment and community. They look back fondly on their days at ACS … and so do we!"

— Mark and Jeri Waxman, parents of Brittany who graduated from UC Berkeley in 2011 with a degree in sociology and Bryan, sophomore studying business at University of Arizona.