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New to the U.S. school system? You’re not alone.
If you’re an immigrant parent trying to understand how schools, grades, and college planning work in the United States, start here.

What You’ll Find on This Site

  • Clear explanations of how U.S. schools are structured
  • What terms like GPA, credits, Honors, and AP actually mean
  • What parents should focus on at each stage: middle school, high school, and college prep
  • Common mistakes immigrant families make (and how to avoid them)

Elementary School (Grades K-5)

Middle School (Grades 6-8)

High School (Grades 9-12)

College