College Counseling

 

One hundred and forty-two students from 41 zip codes comprised the Class of 2025. In addition to being exceptional Parker students (with a class average GPA of 4.06) and new alumni, they have distinguished themselves in many other ways. They do more than school: they work, travel, volunteer, engage in extracurricular activities, and much more. 

The Class of 2025 has chosen to attend 84 different colleges in 29 states, Washington, D.C., and four international destinations (Canada, England, Scotland, and Spain). 237 different colleges made offers of admission to the seniors from the Class of 2025. We saw 87% of the class apply through an early round, and 53% of the class will be attending an "early" school. Our counseling staff looked over 2,011 filed applications (a record high by a large margin). In line with recent trends, 37% of the class chose to attend colleges and universities in California.

In addition to their outside-of-school interests, the Class of 2025 includes:

• 28 Cum Laude Society Members
• 2 National Merit Scholarship Winners
• 4 National Merit Scholarship Finalists
• 4 National Merit Semifinalists
• 15 Student-Athletes heading to collegiate programs (NCAA DI, II, III and NAIA)
• 38 Parker Lifers
• 3 Gold President's Volunteer Service Award Recipients
• 1 Silver President's Volunteer Service Award Recipient

We are excited to watch the meaningful difference the Class of 2025 will continue to make in the world at their respective colleges, universities, and gap year destinations.

View our five-year College Acceptance and Matriculation List

Reflect on Commencement Advice for the Class of 2025

“Every day can have its moments of happiness if you take the time to embrace them. And I promise you, these moments are what will make life enjoyable. So go out there, achieve great things, and make your dreams happen. But also make some time to just sit out on the lake, enjoy the people around you, and not worry too much about the fish.”

Nicholas Soule ’25, Valedictorian

“I’m sure all my classmates can think of at least one downright horrible fail from high school, but I don’t remember any of theirs. What I remember is all of their beautiful achievements.”

Maggie Krongard ’25, Student speaker

“Whatever path you choose, let it lead you to something significant—something that gives you purpose and fulfillment. Know that you have the potential to make a difference in this world. The future is yours to shape. Congratulations, Class of 2025—the world is waiting for you to leave your mark!”

Joaquim Cruz Past Parent, Guest Speaker, Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist I Senior Coach, USA Paralympics Track & Field I Motivational Speaker

“None of us can predict what our futures hold, but what is for certain is that as our lives unfold, we will always have our Parker friends, and our Parker friends will always have us. There are few guarantees in life. In truth, there are only really two—the guarantee of today and what we do with it. Enjoy your friends, especially today. They are yours and you are theirs, and nothing can ever change that. No matter where life may take you, one thing life can never take away from you are the friends you are here with today.”

Kevin Yaley, Ph.D., Head of School