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Whether you already call Reno-Tahoe home or are preparing to make it your next chapter, our admissions experience offers flexibility, personal guidance, and a welcoming community from the start. 

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Why Families Choose Sage Ridge

Picture this: You drop your child off at the region’s top independent school, nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Twenty minutes later, you’re skiing fresh powder or hiking under the sun before your morning meeting, while your child is coding a game in computer science, experimenting with chemical reactions, or composing a musical score inspired by the planets.

What sets us apart:

• Rigorous academics rooted in the liberal arts equipping students with the knowledge and curiosity to thrive in a changing world
• Future-forward learning through project-based work, interdisciplinary experiences, and signature programs like Sage Session, Latin, and the Senior Experience
• Daily physical education and robust arts programs that keep students active, expressive, and engaged
• Expert college counseling and leadership development beginning early and building year by year
• Unmatched outdoor access and experiential learning from fieldwork and environmental studies to mountaintop reflection during Outdoor Ed
• A values-driven, close-knit safe community where students are seen, known, and challenged to grow in character as well as intellect

“I think it is a very emotionally safe environment for the kids to grow, and part of that, the kids create. Most incredible faculty and staff. They are all heart…they really show up for the kids, care for the kids, make time for them and connect with them.” 

- Erin Mulvaney, Parent of Sage Ridge Graduates Nate Mulvaney ‘21, Elizabeth Mulvaney ‘23 and Caleb Mulvaney ‘25

What to Expect When You Inquire

Our goal is to make the application process straightforward and meaningful. From stating your interest to your first day on campus, we’re here to guide every step.

Prospective families have access to: 

• Private campus tours available most weekdays 
• Fall and spring Open Houses to explore life at Sage Ridge
• Shadow days for students to explore our classrooms and connect with peers
• One-on-one conversations with current parents who can share their Sage Ridge stories 
• Zoom interviews and virtual options for relocating families

“Best education he could have gotten, hands-down. All these kids that graduated from this class all have such wonderful lives. They have become massive contributors to society. When it comes to raising kids there are no second chances.” 
- Alan Hoffman, Parent of Sage Ridge Graduate David Hoffman ‘05

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