Beyond Riverbend
Our graduates are well-prepared — academically, personally, and socially — to leave the hallways of Riverbend and take on the challenges of high school. They are accepted by many of the finest private institutions, and also thrive in area public schools. In high school and college, Riverbend graduates are academically successful, have a solid sense of self, and a great awareness of the world.
High School after Riverbend
We counsel Middle School students and their families about private and public high school options that would best suit them, and we guide them through the application processes involved. We’re here for our students every step of the way. See below for the list of high schools that Riverbend graduates have attended.
Riverbend Alumni: High Schools
- Beaver Country Day
- Boston University Academy
- Brimmer and May School
- Buckingham Browne & Nichols
- Cambridge School of Weston
- Commonwealth School
- Concord Academy
- Dana Hall School
- Dexter-Southfield School
- Dover-Sherborn High School
- Dublin School
- Framingham High School
- Holliston High School
- Hopkinton High School
- Medfield High School
- Meridian School
- Montrose School
- Natick High School
- Needham High School
- NEIA – New England Innovation Academy
- Newman School
- Newton Country Day School
- Newton South High School
- Noble and Greenough School
- Norfolk Agricultural School
- Putney School
- Rivers School
- Tremont School
- Walnut Hill School for the Arts
- Wayland High School
- Wellesley High School
- Weston High School
- Worcester Academy
- Winsor School
College after Riverbend
A Montessori education prepares students for the rigorous workload and social dynamics of college. Resilience, independence, complex thinking, and leadership are key skills that are nurtured at each program level at Riverbend. Our graduates attend a wide range of colleges, from large state schools and Ivy League universities to small liberal arts schools and international programs. See below for some examples of colleges that Riverbend graduates have attended.
Riverbend Alumni: Colleges & Universities
- Berklee College of Music
- Boston College
- Boston University
- Brandeis University
- Case Western Reserve University
- College of the Holy Cross
- Cornell University
- Duke University
- Endicott College
- Franklin & Marshall College
- George Washington University
- Haverford College
- Lehigh University
- Marist University
- New York University
- Northeastern University
- Northwestern University
- Oberlin College
- Rhode Island School of Design
- Rice University
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- Skidmore College
- Smith College
- Southern Methodist University
- Stanford University
- Stonehill College
- University of Massachusetts – Amherst
- University of Richmond
- University of St. Andrews – Scotland
- University of Western Australia – Perth
Alumni Council
Join the Riverbend Alumni Council
The Alumni Council serves as leadership for the Riverbend Alumni Association, which includes all graduates and former students of Riverbend School, Eliot Montessori, or Natick Montessori.
The Alumni Council works with the Development Office to oversee alumni programming and engagement, promote fellowship among Riverbend alumni, and foster a strong connection between alumni and the School.
Joining Riverbend’s Alumni Council is a great way to stay connected with friends, network with other alumni, develop leadership skills, and give back to a community that means so much to you. All alumni and alumni families are welcome. Member responsibilities include:
- Attend and participate in meetings.
- Help plan alumni events and encourage attendance. Events may include the Alumni Student Lounge at Fall Fest, Career Panels, Resume Builder Workshops, and more.
- Support current Riverbend students in the high school and college application process.
- Promote alumni achievements throughout the Riverbend community and beyond.
- Serve as contributing writers to alumni communications, like The Raven’s Nest alumni newsletter.
- Encourage support of and contribute to the Riverbend Annual Fund.
Complete the interest form to join Riverbend’s Alumni Council.
Riverbend Alumni Council
Update your contact information and receive alumni communications like The Raven’s Nest alumni newsletter, invitations to special events, and updates on your fellow Riverbend alumni.
View past issues of The Raven’s Nest, Riverbend’s Alumni Newsletter
Spotlight: Alumni Panel
Riverbend alumni love staying involved! After they graduate, students come back to campus to share with current students and families about their high school application process, how Riverbend helped prepare them, and where they are now. They also volunteer at various events throughout the year.