MMI Preparatory School will hold visitation night on Jan. 21, starting at 6 p.m. for students and families considering MMI for the 2015-16 school year.

Families can learn more about an MMI education and the advantages the school offers for their children. The event will begin with a presentation by school administrators, including Head of School Thomas G. Hood.Families will learn about the small class sizes and individual attention at MMI, as well as how MMI students score hundreds of points above national, state and local SAT averages.They will also hear about the school's curriculum, which includes 12 advanced placement classes, financial aid, athletics, extracurricular activities and more.One important aspect of MMI is the affordability of an independent school education."People are often surprised that their children are eligible to receive thousands of dollars in aid at MMI. In fact, 53 percent of our students receive need-based financial aid," Hood said.Light refreshments and a tour of the school's campus will be offered.To register or for more information, call 570-636-1108 or visit

www.mmiprep.org.