Academics
Upper School
Intellectual Challenge and Curiosity
At the heart of Poly’s Upper School are ambitious students who are committed to intellectual, athletic, and co-curricular pursuits, service to others, and most importantly, building an authentic and supportive community. Nurtured by dedicated faculty and staff, Poly students thrive within a multi-faceted curriculum that promotes academic excellence, self-discovery, global citizenship, and leadership.
Exceptional foundational coursework, including Honors and Advanced Placement courses, allows Upper School students to explore each academic discipline and develop their potential in expected and unexpected ways.
Exceptional foundational coursework, including Honors and Advanced Placement courses, allows Upper School students to explore each academic discipline and develop their potential in expected and unexpected ways.
Upper School By the Numbers
- Our community includes approximately 375 students
- Full-time classroom teachers 50
- Average students per class: 14
Virtual Tour of Poly's Upper School!
Welcome to the Upper School
Ara Brown
Upper School Director
Upper School News
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Upcoming Events
List of 5 events.
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Asian Affinity Group Peer Mentorship Kick-Off
Peer-to-peer mentorship event for the Asian Affinity Group student-members. This event is open to the Asian Affinity Group student-members in Lower, Middle, and Upper School. -
University of Chicago Admission Information Session
Admission officers from the University of Chicago will share information on academic programs, student life, and the admission process with students from area high schools.South Campus - McWilliams Courtyard -
CANCELED: Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Testing
Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Testing for South Campus (Athletics). Starts Thursday 9/2/21 on the Babcock Field softball diamond.Central Campus - Babcock Field -
Upper School Debate Meeting
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School Photo Make Up Day
For students and adults to retake school photo IDs and pictures.North Campus - Founders Hall
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