Open Houses & Events

Sun., October 30, 2016  - Portland, OR

Open House
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
1:00pm (PDT) - 4:00pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

The Office of Admission cordially invites you to attend Catlin Gabel's annual Open House for prospective students and their families. This Open House will provide an opportunity to meet and interact with teachers, administrators, and students, as well as tour our beautiful southwest Portland campus. We hope to see you there!

Sun., October 17, 2021  - Portland, OR

Open House
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
12:30pm (PDT) - 4:00pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

We will be offering outdoor presentations, guided and self-guided campus tours, and information booths where you can find out more about the admission and financial assistance process, inclusion, student activities, after school programs, transportation, the Palma Scholars Program, and much more. Students applying to 6th-12th grade are welcome to attend with their families. We cannot, unfortunately, accommodate students applying to preschool-5th grade at this event but we welcome their families.The Open House runs from 12:30-4:00 p.m. and to help you plan your time, we`ve organized events by general interest and by school division. Please go to our website to see specific times and to register at https://www.catlin.edu/admission/events/openhouse.Masks are required at all times while on campus regardless of vaccination status. Seating for presentations will meet distancing requirements.

Wed., October 20, 2021  - Portland, OR

Virtual Event
Catlin Gabel School
12:00pm (PDT) - 12:45pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Join the enrollment team for an overview of the application process and our Veracross admission portal. This event will take place via a Zoom webinar. Once you have registered, you will receive the meeting details in a confirmation email. Event runs from 12:00-12:45 p.m. All event registrations occur in our admission portal account. Please complete an inquiry form to create an admission portal account, which can be founder here: catlin.edu/admission/inquire

Thu., October 21, 2021  - Portland, OR

Virtual Event
Catlin Gabel School
5:30pm (PDT) - 9:00pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Catlin Gabel Upper School teachers (grades 9-12) from seven departments will each spend 30 minutes in back-to-back Zoom sessions (5:30-9:00 p.m.) sharing information about their subject areas and answering your questions.More information and registration is located in our admission portal. To access the portal, please complete our enrollment inquiry form, which can be found here: catlin.edu/admission/inquire.To see all of our information sessions, go to catlin.edu/admission/events/information-sessions

Sun., October 30, 2022  - Portland, OR

Open House
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
12:00pm (PDT) - 4:00pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (503) 297-1894, enrollment@catlin.edu

We invite families to take a guided tour of our facilities and spaces, learn about our academic and co-curricular programs, and meet with teachers, administrators, enrollment and financial assistance directors, as well as current students to discover the benefits of a Catlin Gabel education for preschool to high school. Students applying to 6th-12th grade are also invited to attend along with parents and guardians.From noon-1:00 p.m.: Culture & Community: Inclusion at Catlin GabelFrom 1:00-4:00 p.m.: Campus-wide Open House activities for each division (Beginning and Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School)Register today at https://www.catlin.edu/admission/events/openhouse

Thu., December 01, 2022  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
8:00am (PST) - 10:00am (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (504) 297-1894, enrollment@catlin.edu

Palma Scholars Program Information Session: This breakfast is for high achieving incoming 9th graders who demonstrate potential in academics, athletics, leadership, and service. Join us to learn about this unique program that offers 9-12th grade students the opportunity to learn under the mentorship of a master teacher while also receiving an annual scholarship. These students can customize their educational roadmap and do not have to meet the same graduation requirements as other students. Attendees will hear from the director of the Palma Scholars Program as well as current participants, as well as meet Catlin Gabel faculty, admission staff, and coaches. Register for this event today in our admission portal: https://accounts.veracross.com/catlin/portals/login.

Thu., January 05, 2023  - Portland, OR

Virtual Event
Catlin Gabel School
6:00pm (PST) - 7:30pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (503) 297-1894, enrollment@catlin.edu

Financial Assistance Webinar: Join us to review the financial assistance process and receive tips on how to complete the School & Student Services (SSS) Parent Financial Statement. We will talk about common issues parents and guardians face and where to correctly indicate important information about your family. This event will take place via Zoom and the link will be shared with you through your registration confirmation email and on the website and admission portals on the morning of the event.Register for this event in Catlin Gabel's admission portal: https://accounts.veracross.com/catlin/portals/login

Tue., January 10, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
6:30pm (PST) - 8:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (503) 297-1894, enrollment@catlin.edu

Middle School Information Session: Students and family members are invited to spend time with Middle School Head Jay Franklin to learn more about the Middle School curriculum, daily schedule, extra-curricular opportunities, and more. Register today in Catlin Gabel's admission portal: https://accounts.veracross.com/catlin/portals/login

Thu., January 12, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
5:30pm (PST) - 6:30pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (503) 297-1894, enrollment@catlin.edu

Beginning and Lower School At A Glance: You are invited to learn about our preschool through 5th grade program by spending time with Dawn Isaacs, Head of the Beginning & Lower School. There will be time for a Q&A. Register in Catlin Gabel's admission portal: https://accounts.veracross.com/catlin/portals/login

Thu., January 12, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
6:30pm (PST) - 8:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: (503) 297-1894, enrollment@catlin.edu

Upper School Information Session: Students and families are invited to spend time with Upper School Head Aline Garcia-Rubio '93, her leadership team, and a panel of students to learn more about the curriculum, extra-curricular opportunities, and more for grades 9-12. Register in Catlin Gabel's admission portal: https://accounts.veracross.com/catlin/portals/login

Wed., October 11, 2023  - Portland, OR

Private School Fair
Catlin Gabel School
945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
5:30pm (PDT) - 7:30pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: No
Further information:

This free event provides families with an easy way to gather information on the many private and independent schools in the area. Representatives from 26 different schools, from preschool to high school, will be on hand to answer your questions regarding their school's philosophy and mission, curriculum, extracurricular activities, financial assistance, and specific services, such as before- and after-school care, field trips, transportation, and more.. This is event is open to all families and students. OMSI admission not required; no RSVP needed.

Sun., October 22, 2023  - Portland, OR

Open House
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
1:00pm (PDT) - 4:00pm (PDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Discover the benefits of progressive education for students from preschool through high school. Catlin Gabel's Open House is a great opportunity for prospective families to connect with us, hear from school leadership, meet teachers, visit classroom spaces, learn about extra-curricular programming, and explore the campus itself. For more information and to register, please visit our website at https://www.catlin.edu/openhouse.

Wed., November 15, 2023  - Portland, OR

Virtual Event
Catlin Gabel School
6:00pm (PST) - 7:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Our Virtual Palma Scholars Alumni Panel for Incoming 9th Graders allows families to learn about this unique program and how it benefited former students in college and beyond during this 60-minute presentation. Palma Scholars are a cohort of high-achieving 9-12th grade students with notable potential in leadership, athletics, and service who learn under the mentorship of a master teacher. Only those applying to 9th grade are considered. Students who are selected as Palma Scholars receive an annual scholarship and can apply for need-based assistance. There is a separate application process for those who are interested. To register for this event, please visit our events page at catlin.edu/events for more details.

Wed., November 29, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
8:00am (PST) - 9:30am (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Explore a typical day in the Upper School. This morning session runs from 8:00-9:30 a.m. and is open to both prospective high school students and their parents. Enjoy pastries and coffee as well as a casual conversation with school leadership to learn more about the advantages of progressive education, the curriculum, extracurricular activities, and more! A private tour of classes led by a student ambassador follows. Register on the Catlin Gabel website.

Mon., December 04, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
8:00am (PST) - 9:30am (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Explore a typical day in the Upper School. This morning session runs from 8:00-9:30 a.m. and is open to both prospective high school students and their parents. Enjoy pastries and coffee as well as a casual conversation with school leadership to learn more about the advantages of progressive education, the curriculum, extracurricular activities, and more! A private tour of classes led by a student ambassador follows. Register on the Catlin Gabel website.

Wed., December 06, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
8:00am (PST) - 10:00am (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Enjoy breakfast and meet with Catlin Gabel faculty, admission staff, athletic coaches, and current Palma Scholars to learn more about this unique scholarship program. Palma Scholars are a cohort of high-achieving 9-12th grade students with notable potential in leadership, athletics, and service who learn under the mentorship of a master teacher. Please note: admission is only open to students applying to 9th grade. Students who are selected as Palma Scholars receive an annual scholarship and can apply for need-based assistance. There is a separate application process for those who are interested. To register, please visit the admission events page.

Wed., December 06, 2023  - Portland, OR

Open House
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
5:30pm (PST) - 6:30pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Learn about Catlin Gabel's preschool-5th grade curriculum and community through a presentation from our Head of the Beginning and Lower School, Nick Zosel-Johnson. This event also includes a conversation with a panel of teachers and community members, as well as time for a Q&A. If you were not able to join us for the October Open House, this event will provide important information about our progressive education model for teaching and learning. Catlin Gabel also offers regular, informal zooms for small groups of interested families who have questions about our program. The schedule for these events, as well as registration, is listed in our admission portal. Go to catlin.edu/events to learn more.

Wed., December 13, 2023  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
8:00am (PST) - 9:30am (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Explore a typical day in the Upper School. This morning session runs from 8:00-9:30 a.m. and is open to both prospective high school students and their parents. Enjoy pastries and coffee as well as a casual conversation with school leadership to learn more about the advantages of progressive education, the curriculum, extracurricular activities, and more! A private tour of classes led by a student ambassador follows. Register on the Catlin Gabel website.

Tue., January 09, 2024  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
6:00pm (PST) - 7:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Discover Catlin Gabel's Middle School. School leadership shares highlights about progressive education in this 60-minute Information Session. Families and students will also learn about the curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, the school environment and supports for students, and more. Register on the Catlin Gabel website.

Tue., January 09, 2024  - Portland, OR

Reception
Catlin Gabel School
8825 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225
7:00pm (PST) - 8:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Learn about our Upper School. Students and their families are invited to hear from Aline Garcia Rubio, Head of the Upper School, as to the benefits of progressive education for students in 9-12th grade. This hour-long session will also highlight the curriculum, extra-curricular opportunities, and other unique features of the program. Registration for this event can be found on the Catlin Gabel admission event's web page.

Thu., January 11, 2024  - Portland, OR

Virtual Event
Catlin Gabel School
6:00pm (PST) - 7:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Learn about Catlin Gabel's financial assistance program in this webinar. We will share details about our process and guidelines, and there will be time to answer your questions, as well. If you are unable to make this event, Catlin Gabel also offers weekly, informal Zooms with our Director of Financial Assistance for small groups of interested families who would like to learn more about our program and the process itself. Please go to Catlin Gabel's admission's events page to register.