Timeline for New Students Beginning Fall 2026

Please see the timeline below for a list of important dates and events for new students leading up to the first day of school.

June

Tuesday, 6/2 - The Class of 2030 is invited to a Welcome BBQ and Athletics Orientation at Fordham Prep; Details to follow
- Meet other incoming families from the Class of 2030 and enjoy some food and games!
- You will hear more about all sports programs and be able to meet with coaches
  - Information on fall sports for freshmen (bowling, crew, cross-country, football, soccer, and swimming & diving) will be available by early June. This information will include coaches' contact information and start dates and be communicated via email.
  - Questions about athletics can be directed via email to Mr. Annunziata '12, Athletic Director, annunziatas@fordhamprep.org

Metro-North/LIRR Train Pass Notification

You will receive an email directly from Fordham Prep in June with instructions to apply the Metro-North discount to your account.
Transcript Release Form Due to Your Current School
- Your current school should send your final transcript and academic record to Fordham Prep at the end of the school year. Please fill out the form linked below and submit this to your current school in June.
  
  Transcript Release Form
Summer Academic Assignments Available in mid-June
- All students will have academic assignments for the summer to be completed by the first day of classes, September 11. Assignments are based on course placement.
  
  *2026 Summer Assignments will be available in mid-June. Please continue to check this page for updates.*

July

Tuition for 2026-2027 School Year Due
- Tuition for the 2026-2027 school year is $26,500 minus an individual merit-based scholarship or need-based financial aid you have received
- There is a one-time student fee of $625 due alongside your first payment.
- Payment can be made in a lump sum or via 10 monthly payments
- Payment is due (either your lump sum OR first monthly payment) by 7/15
- Fordham Prep uses Blackbaud Tuition Management to facilitate payment
- Please contact Ms. Debbie DiDomizio, Bursar, with any questions, didomizd@fordhamprep.org

August

2026-2027 Academic Schedule Available Early-August
- You will receive your full academic schedule including mentor, teacher, and counselor assignments via email from the Principal’s Office
- This includes your specific book list and information on how to purchase books
Metro-North/LIRR Train Pass Notification
- If you signed up for a Metro North train pass via our online registration, you will receive an email directly from Metro-North in early August. It will include instructions to apply the discount to your monthly pass.
Fall Sports Begin on or about August 11 (this date is set by the CHSAA/CHSFL and is subject to change)
Physical Exam and Medical Information Due to School Nurse
- All students are required to have a valid physical exam completed on or later than 9/9/2025 on file before school begins
Tech and Study Skills Orientations Begin - late August
- All new students are required to attend a two-day session on 9/1, 9/2, or 9/3. Details will be available in late spring 2026.
- Transfer students are required to attend orientation programming on 9/1 and 9/2.

Important Info and Links

2026-2027 Calendar
The full 2026-2027 School Calendar will be available in early-August. Key Dates for next academic year will be available in June.

First Day of Freshman Orientation
Wednesday, September 9, 2026

First Day of Classes
Friday, September 11, 2026

Summer Assignments
Assignments are based on a student's individual course placement. Students should plan to have all their assignments completed by the first day of classes (Friday, September 11) unless otherwise noted. 2026 Summer Assignments will be available in June.

Dress Code
Please see the below document for information on the 2025-26 academic year Dress Code. While there may be minor modifications for next year, you can expect the Dress Code for the Fall of 2026 to look very much like the current version.

2025-2026 Dress Code

Health Forms
All Fordham Prep students are required to submit a physical that has been completed on or after 9/9/25 before the first day or school. Each form below must be completed and submitted before the first day of school.

Physical Exam Form
Asthma Medication Form
- If your child has asthma, have the doctor complete the Asthma form. A parent must sign the 2nd page before returning to the school nurse. Students are allowed to carry one inhaler in their bag.
General Medication Form
- If you would like to give permission for your child to have Tylenol or Motrin in school for pain, fever, or headache, please have your doctor complete the General Medication Form. A parent must sign the 2nd page before returning to the school nurse. The doctor must write which medication and dosage the student is allowed to have. No verbal permission is allowed throughout the school year- form must be on file.
Allergies - Anaphylaxis Medication Form
Diabetes Medication Form
Medical Accommodations Form
Health Services/504 Accommodations Form
Seizure Medication Form

Health forms must be sent to Ms. Ortiz in the Dean's Office. You can email her at casacciom@fordhamprep.org

Compatible Devices
Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet to school each day for use in their classes. Fordham Prep does not support the use of Mac products.

You can see an updated list of compatible devices HERE.

Please also note that students are required to have a Texas Instruments TI-Nspire CX II for their math and science courses.

Questions can be directed to Mr. Mario Caraballo, Technology Systems Manager, carabalm@fordhamprep.org