2105 Top High School Issue

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OPEN HOUSE DATES Sun. Oct 18th 11am-4pm Thurs. Oct 1st 6-7:30pm Sat. Oct 3rd 12-1:30pm Cathedral HS Sun. Oct 18th 12-3pm Cathedral Preparatory Seminary Sat. Oct 24th 1-4pm Dominican Academy Sat. Oct 17th 10am-2pm Wed. Oct 28th 4:30-6:30pm Holy Cross HS Sun. Oct 18th 1-4pm Martin Luther School Sat. Oct 3rd 12-4pm Thurs. Oct 29th 5-8pm Msgr. McClancy Memorial Sat. Oct 10th 1-4pm Notre Dame Sun. Oct 25th 2:30-5pm St. Edmund Preparatory Sat. Oct 17th 11am-1pm Tues. Oct 27th 7pm Saint Mary’s HS Sun. Oct 18th 2-4:30pm Saint Vincent Ferrer HS Sat. Oct 17th 12-3:30pm St. Agnes Academic HS Sat. Oct 17th 10am-1pm St. Francis Preparatory Sat. Oct 17th 12-4:30pm St. Jean Baptiste HS Sat. Oct 17th 2-5pm St. John’s Preparatory Sat. Oct 17th 11am-3pm The Mary Louis Academy Sun. Oct 18th 10am-3pm Xaverian HS Sun. Oct. 18th 10am-2 pm OTHER SCHOOLS Christ the King HS Sun. Oct 4th 10am-1pm Garden School Sat. Dec. 5th 9-11:30 am Kew-Forest Thurs. Oct 1st 5-7pm Xavier Sat. Oct 17th 1-4pm

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 A Top Private High School is a Crucial Family Investment New Trends in High School For Teens Coming in 2016 High school open houses are upon us this month. Even if you are lucky enough to be zoned for a public high school that might be new, one has to be quite lucky to be a lottery winner to get into one.

Maspeth High School in Queens is one of those newer public high schools. Of the 780 8th graders who chose it as their first choice last year, they were only able to accept 230, and many 8th graders who reside in that neighborhood did not get in.

In fact those living one block from the school are just as likely to be rejected as the 8th grader who lives 30 blocks away in District 24.

There is little rhyme or reason for admission, but we know that some of the 14-year-olds who live three blocks away have to go to a school a mile and a half away.

In this special editorial issue of our weekly community newspapers, we suggest you think about a better, more personalized education at one of the private high schools for which we have compiled information.

(When we get information about a school we will update this story throughout the year on our news web sites, so check it out online.)

Learn from this guide and explore what these private high schools have to offer in advanced placement classes, after-school clubs and truly organized athletics. Take a look through any of the school’s websites, and one can see that there might be as many as eight sports teams in action in a given day. On one day that we checked, St. Francis Prep in Fresh Meadows had soccer, volleyball, tennis, baseball, bowling and gymnastics all going on after school.

information that might not typically be shared with the outside world.

The questions we ask are intended to compare the academic, spiritual and social environment of each school.

Schools were not shy about sharing scholarship opportunities for eighth graders entering their school, as well as money their seniors were offered in scholarships to colleges. Some were able to brag about the average SAT scores of their current students, while others wouldn’t share.

On the whole, each school has its strengths and unique culture. If Billy’s school is not listed here, it doesn’t necessarily mean we think his school is not worthy. There are some schools that wouldn’t share enough information for us to make a determination on quality of curriculum, program and student body. We’ve been on this beat for 13 years now; they know why we are calling.

Themed public high schools are small, and with public schools “big is bad.” “Small” gives your child a shot at making it out of there in one piece. We can’t get credible

information from any of the public high schools in New York City, so we can not include them on this list.

We are seeing the high-achieving eighthgraders who might have attended a specialized high school in the past now opting for a top private high school on some kind of academic scholarship. The reason is obvious when you see what these schools are doing to compete for the topnotch students.

They each have their own way of thinking outside the box to motivate their students throughout their four years at the school, but they have a few things in common we should point out.

In one case, one of our Top High Schools, St. John’s Prep in Astoria, has a new program partnering with St. John’s University. We find that our Top High Schools have the flexibility to reach out to higher education and have programs like this and related college credit courses. In most cases graduates from these high schools have a real leg up because they are entering college with a semester worth of accredited course work under their belts.

That brings the eventual cost

of college down considerably.

Although we have noticed that the

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Call the admissions director. We have provided telephone numbers in the lists section of this issue. college counselors at these schools are a bit too overwhelmed, at least there is someone in the school who is thinking about your child’s higher education.

Another common theme is that they all seem to include some moral and spiritual compass. They are allowed to talk about faith and they do. Faculty are encouraged to think and work outside the box.

St. Agnes High School in College Point has 50 percent of its girls competing on a sports team. St. Mary’s of Manhasset has an exceptional digital university electives program, while Bishop Kearney in Brooklyn boasts about its STEM Labs and internship programs with universal pre-K. “We find things that they like to do after school, not activities that our teachers like,” said Nick CONTINUED ON PAGE S5

How We Chose The Top Schools We sent questionnaires to dozens of private high schools in Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan for our 2015 issue, just in time for October open houses. To be among the top high schools, we need to see at least 90 percent of the student body go to college, answer 90 percent of our probing questions and have a full roster of extracurricular activities.

We speak to parents, students, alumni, teachers and administrators.

We are able to obtain interesting

Members of the Class of 2014 of St. John's Prep in Astoria.

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Get the most out of each school's open house Admissions directors give us tips on approaching with an open mind

BY HOLLY BIELER hbieler@queensledger.com As parents begin the task of picking the best fit for their high school-bound children, few aspects of the process can appear more daunting or tiring than the flurry of open houses they’ll undoubtedly attend.

With a tremendous amount of information and self-promotion packed into each session, these tours can sometimes feel a bit tedious. However, a little strategic planning and an eye towards certain features can go a long ways in reaping the most out of each school visit, experts say.

“Open houses are very important for prospective families because it gives them a hands-on look at the school,” said Elieen Symmons, director of Communications for Saint Mary’s in ManhasERIA AV N

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set. “They can meet the faculty and the administration, but also the students.”

Many schools offer tours guided by students. Symmons stressed that parents be sure to take advantage of the surplus of information they could glean from talking directly to students, who can often offer an integral point of view missing from solely interacting with school faculty.

“Hearing directly from the students’ mouths about their experiences, what activities they’re involved with and their transition into high school, gives parents a real opportunity to hear a perspective they might not get from speaking only with administrators,” she said.

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X A V E R I A N

Xaverian is proud to welcome its first co-ed class of incoming freshmen for fall 2016!

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, October 18th, 10am to 2pm Sons and Daughters of Alumni Tours at 9am

A Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school in the tradition of the Xaverian Brothers since 1957, Xaverian offers:

+ College credit opportunities available through numerous AP, St. John’s University, and Syracuse University courses

+ A cutting edge, one-to-one learning environment with iPads for every student

+ College placements at prestigious schools such as Princeton University, Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, Brown University, University of Notre Dame, Macaulay Honors at CUNY, US Naval Academy, and US Military Academy at West Point, with the class of 2015 earning $25,012,637 in scholarships!

+ Project and problem-based learning through hands-on classroom experiences within the Michael T. Strianese ‘74 STEM Program, Xaverian’s highly acclaimed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math curriculum in conjunction with Project Lead the Way + College counseling and Internship Program

+ Unique extracurricular offerings, including the renowned MAX (Music at Xaverian) Program, as well as a competitive athletic program for boys and girls

PRIVATE BUS SERVICE AVAILABLE!

For more information, please contact Xaverian’s Office of Admissions at (718) 836-7100 x127 or admissions@xaverian.org 7100 Shore Road, Brooklyn, NY 11209 | www.xaverian.org/admissions | TACHS #011

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A Top High School offers a headstart on college CONTINUED FROM PAGE S3 Melito, admissions director at Msgr.

McClancy High School in East Elmhurst. “They must be involved in something and we can fill the need of the students.”

After exploring high school options in Queens, Brooklyn and Manhattan, we leave you with this thought: Even if you think your

family can not afford to send your child to a private school, attend the open houses during the next few weeks and talk to an admissions director to explore scholarships, as well as financial aid packages.

If they find your child is likely to succeed and can bring something to the table that might add to student life at the school, you just might be lucky enough to qualify for

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Get specific answers about internships. You don’t need to hear all the rhetoric about what’s offered, you want to hear internships or partnerships some of the students really completed. St. john’s Prep partners with the Variety Boys & Girls Club in Astoria to have their own swim program, and they help the younger children at the club with swimming and academics.

St. Agnes Academic High School

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October 17th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm •100% Graduation rate •100% College acceptance rate •AP & College credit classes •Honors Program •Classrooms equipped with iPads •New physics lab

www.stagneshs.org 718-353-6276 ext. 11 13-20 124th St. College Point, NY 11356

scholarships or aid. See our story on scholarships offered in this special section.

Take the TACHS Apply for the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS) scheduled for November 8. Visit the website www.tachsinfo. com or call (866) 61TACHS to register in advance. For the student applying to a top private high school, a choice of schools (in order of preference) must be included with an application to take the standardized test called TACHS.

Worth The Investment After doing the research, we see that the schools we cover in the Top High Schools issue are worth the investment in your child. If you want a special attention to your child, public schools just won’t do it.

Although focus on faith and moral character is paramount to the high

school experience at these schools, the old adage that these schools shove religion down the throats of students is not at all the case. We find the schools are culturally and religiously diverse.

Technology, Scholarships, College Credit Courses & Internships

The schools we cover in this issue have invested heavily in technology assets in their classrooms and libraries. Over the last ten years they have been much more willing to experiment with savvy tech options to stay ahead of the curve.

They have outspent public schools on this front. They all offer highspeed Internet connections and state-of-the-art computers, libraries, Smartboards and interactive websites.

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Sports a big part of life at a Top High School CONTINUED FROM PAGE S5 expense. St. John’s Prep in Astoria typically has 30 percent of their students enrolled in at least one college credit course and almost two-thirds enroll in an honors course. St. Francis Prep offers 30 or more college credit courses in subjects ranging from art and language to math and more.

Foreign country travel excursions are also part of many of the schools’ language curriculum options.

Manhattan’s Dominican Academy has more than one foreign-bound school trip every year.

While we find that most private

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months. It is imperative that you attend the open house with your child. Even if you attended one a few years ago, go again.

Ask some questions of the people taking you on the tours: 1. Most schools have had a child or two attend a top college. Find out where a student who was in the middle of the class academically went to college last year. Do most of the graduates go to community colleges, CUNY, SUNY or do they aspire to go to tier-one colleges?

U.S. News and World Report magazine publishes a guide to U.S. colleges every October. Give it a look.

2. Don’t be shy about asking questions. Your child wiwll spend the next four years there, day in and day out. Speak to a current student you might not know. Is he or she the type of kid you think you want your child to be like? Ask where they score in relation to their classmates.

Are his or her marks in the middle of the class, or are they above average? We have found that a teenager will most likely be honest if they are talking to you one-on-one.

3. Find a senior. Where do they stand in the class and where are they planning to go to college?

What did they score on the SAT? How were his or her grades in elementary school? If that student, who is in the middle of the class is now attending a college you think might be the goal of your child, then maybe that is the right school

Talk to a student who goes there now. He or she might give you some insight into the experience you might want your child to have. high schools in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan are still attracting students in their locale, they are a choice for more and more students who commute an hour and sometimes more.

What To Look For at The Open House October is the month most schools want you there, although some offer second chances in later

for yours.

4. Ask to speak to the principal or admissions director during the open house.

Introduce your child to him or her. Don’t be afraid to tell him or her about your child and what type of student they are. They actually want to talk to you about your child and we have found that they are honest with you. They have told us that they don’t want a student who will not be a good fit for the school. They seem to believe that if the student leaves after a year it doesn’t make sense for either the school or the student.

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If you have your heart set on a school put it first on your choice selection. After the test, contact the school admissions director and try to get your child enrolled, even if they have not accepted him or her.

We know of many instances where this was done, and the student had a great high school experience and graduated to the right college. Be as honest with yourself and your child as possible.

Sports & Schools Some schools concentrate on their teams because it is a way of promoting their school. Although few administrators will freely admit that they feel the good press of a few winning sports teams goes a long way in recruiting students, it’s true.

Many students say that looking forward to practice or the game after class or the intramural sports program at the school gets them through the academic day. Not

everyone will make the team of their choice, but these schools do a great job in making sports an integral part of the school spirit.

Be cautioned not to pick a school because they have a great basketball or baseball program, because if your child doesn’t get picked for the team, resentment often sets in. If your child is an athlete, seek out the freshman coach before you attend the school.

Coaches will be honest about your child’s chances of making the team.

Although recruiting kids is generally frowned upon, it always seems that basketball and baseball coaches of high school teams will know four or five kids coming into their freshman program. We have found that 30 or 40 students will attend basketball and baseball tryouts at the larger schools.

If your child is not one of the select few for the highly popular basketball team, we find that many opt for the track & field or swim team. Some parents feel their child might actually be better off on the soccer team in the long run.

There is no doubt that the extra attention and quality education your child receives at our top schools is worth the cost and the effort. Many children mature during their teen years. Don’t stifle their academic potential before they get a chance to grow up.

We have reviewed scholarship opportunities at our various schools on our web page. Visit www.queensledger.com and look for the story titled “2015 High School Scholarships Available.”

We tend to update this piece throughout the fall as more information comes in.

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Talk to current students as well as faculty CONTINUED FROM PAGE S4 school Cathedral High School, said parents should also be on the lookout for programs offered by many schools in which prospective applicants can actually shadow students for a day.

“At open houses, it’s obviously not a typical day at school,” she said. “On a shadow day, what you see is what you get. Students can see if they can actually picture or not picture themselves there. It gives a more raw overview of what the school is like.”

She also stressed the importance of approaching each open house with a mind to their child’s interests and future aspirations.

“Parents need to keep their [child’s] interests in mind,” she said. “Obviously these students are young so a lot might not know what they want to do [in the future], but if they have an idea, parents should ask questions to get an idea if the school will be a good fit with the students’ interests.”

In addition to questions about schools’ curriculum and day-today life, including grading, tutoring and sports clubs available, she suggested parents inquire about what happens after students have left the school, including what colleges students often attend after graduation, and what graduates have gone on to do beyond college.

“There’s no such thing as too many questions,” she said.

Symmons echoed the importance of keeping a child’s future plans in mind when gauging whether a school will be a good fit.

“Ask, ‘What’s the takeaway going to be?’” she said. “Parents are making a four-year investment, but they want to see how that investment will play out over the four years afterwards. They’re really purchasing for the future.”

Symmons gave the example of last year’s valedictorian, who she said developed a strong path for his future plans through curriculum and with the aid of the school guidance counselor, and was thus able to make the best decision for himself after graduation.

“He got accepted to top-notch schools like MIT and Princeton,” she said. “He ultimately decided Swarthmore was the best fit for him. He had been armed with the tools to make that decision.

Both Symmons and Velez stressed the importance of being

The Brother Kenneth Robert Gymnasium serves as the hub of information at the Open House for Admissions at St. Mary's High School. At this table, students demonstrate how textbooks are incorporated into the iPad and utilized in the classroom to enhance their learning experience at St. Mary’s High School. clear about scholarships and financial aid packages from the get-go.

“A lot of the questions I see are about financial aid and scholarships,” said Velez. “Parents need to be well aware of those aspects and have them in mind during applications. So many times we get calls afterwards from parents saying ‘I didn’t realize those were the financial aid requirements.’”

Amidst questions about curriculum, colleges and financial aid, it’s also important that parents be mindful of the school’s environment, facilities and size.

“A lot of times parents might hear about a high school from an outside visit,” said Velez. “The open house really gives them a chance to see what the building looks like.”

She stressed that an open mind throughout the entire process was of paramount import. See for yourself every school you and your child is interested in, she said.

“It’s important for parents to have an open mind,” she said.

“They need to check out schools for themselves. You might hear a parent say, ‘I didn’t like a school because of X, Y and Z, but you don’t want to make a decision based on that or where your child’s friends are going. Go see for yourself what’s the best fit for your child and your family.”

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Archbishop Molloy H.S. 83-53 Manton Street Briarwood, NY 11435 (718) 441-2100 molloyhs.org Marist Catholic, Co-ed President: Richard Karsten Principal: Darius Penikas Students: 1,600 Number of teachers: 104 Average Class Size: 35 Extracurricular Activities: Over 50 clubs and activities and 17 varsity sports comprising 44 teams.

Open House: Sunday, October 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admissions Director: Leslie Poole Petit (718-441-2100 ext. 155) and Keith Hahn (718-441-2100 ext. 110), admissions@molloyhs.org Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Both academic (full and half) scholarships, as well as named scholarships are available.

Over $1.2 million in scholarships is awarded annually.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Barnard, Binghamton, Boston College, Carnegie Mellon, Columbia, Harvard, Lehigh, MIT, Northwestern, Notre Dame, Stevens Institute of Technology, The Ohio State University, Trinity College (Dublin), UCLA, Vassar, Villanova, University of Wisconsin Most 2015 Seniors Attending: St. John's University Advanced Placement Courses: Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, European History, English Composition, English Literature, Physics, Psychology, Spanish, Studio Art, U.S. History, World History College Credit Courses: (Through St. John's/Seton Hall) PreCalculus, Calculus I, Calculus II, Probability and Statistics, Participation in Government, Psychology, French 4A, French 4B, Italian 4A, Italian 4B, Spanish 4A, Spanish 4B, College Chemistry I, College Chemistry II, Physics, World Religions Admissions Requirements: Admission to Molloy is highly competitive. Candidates who are admitted typically score in the top quarter on the TACHS exam and nationally normed standardized tests, and have 6th, 7th and 8th grade marks in the upper 80’s and higher.

School Motto: Non scholae sed vitae - Not For School, But For Life Statement: Archbishop Molloy High School is a Marist Catholic School which fosters an exemplary education in mind, body and spirit for a diverse college-bound population. At Molloy, individuals recognize their self-worth and develop a lifetime of Christian values, critical thinking, leadership skills and service to others.

Cathedral Prep Seminary

56-25 92nd Street Elmhurst, NY 11373 (718) 592-6800 cathedralprep.org catholic, All Boys

Principal: Mr. Richie Diaz Students: 141 Teachers: 14 Average Class Size: 19 Extracurricular Activities: Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Track & Field, Bowling, Intramurals and a Variety of Clubs.

Open House Dates: Saturday, October 24 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Admissions Director: Mr. Richie Diaz (718) 592-6800 ext. 105 Scholarships: Full, half and partial academic scholarshipsbased on

academics, interviews and recommendations.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 99 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: SUNY Maritime Cadet Program, St. John's University Most 2015 Seniors Attending: St. John’s University Average SAT Score: 1408 College Credit Courses: Full Advanced Placement Program and College Advantage Program through St. John's University.

Admissions Requirements: TACHS, middle school grades and interview.

School Motto: Dedicated to Forming Men for Greatnes

Holy Cross High School

26-20 Francis Lewis Boulevard Flushing, NY 11358 (718) 886-7250 holycrosshs.org Catholic, all-boys

President: Edward Burns Students: 800 Number of teachers: 48 Average Class Size: 25 Extracurricular Activities: Over 30 extracurricular activities including Mock Trial Team, Computer Coding and Website Building Club, Television Production Program, Campus Ministry, Student Council and National Honor Society, Football, Baseball, Hockey, Soccer, Track and Cross Country, Golf Bowling and Volleyball Open House: Sunday, October 18 Admissions Director: Robert Botero (718-886-7250 ext. 558) admissions@holycrosshs.org Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Full and partial scholarships based on TACHS score, prior academic successes and recommendations. Grants are also available for the class of 2020 based on similar criteria. Financial assistance is available based on need.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 96 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Villanova University, Macaulay Honors College, CUNY City College, CUNY Baruch College, CUNY Queens College, Molloy College, St. Bonaventure University, Kings College, Fordham University, SUNY Binghamton, SUNY Oswego, SUNY Stony Brook, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Drexel University, Pratt Institute, Hofstra University, St. John’s University, Ithaca College, Manhattan College, and Pennsylvania State University College Credit Courses: English, College Italian, College Spanish, College European History, AP World History, AP US History, AP Physics, AP Government, AP Calculus, and AP Art Admissions Requirements: Admission is based on student performance on the TACHS, 7th and 8th grade academic performance, and personal recommendations School Motto: To Know, To Love, and To Serve Statement: There are many elements that distinguish Holy Cross as a top choice for families searching for the right high school. Our smaller class sizes allow teachers to personally know and interact with our students, and prevents student from being lost in the crowd.

Instruction is personal, and our students are treated as individuals, and we ensure students receive the support and resources needed to succeed academically. Our incoming class of 2020 will be the first of our students to participate in a 1:1 device program through the addition of Google Chromebooks integrated with last year’s adoption of Google Classroom.

Students are challenged to become the best version of themselves through several academic programs, including the Saint Brother Andrè Enrichment Program, the Blessed Father Basil Moreau Honors Program, our Science Research Program, and our AP and college courses offered through St. John’s University College Advantage Program. Holy Cross High School has 60 years of experience educating young men; we know how boys learn, the challenges they face, and we possess the resources required to help these boys succeed academically while becoming the men of tomorrow.

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SUNDAY OCTOBER 18, 2015 1PM - 4PM @HOLYCROSSHSNY CONTACT INFORMATION Mr. Robert Botero Admissions Director

26-20 Francis Lewis Blvd Flushing, NY 11358

718.886.7250 ext. 558 718.886.7257 (fax)

www.holycrosshs.org admissions@holycrosshs.org

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 Martin Luther School

60-02 Maspeth Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378 (718)894-4000 (718) 894-1469 (fax) www.martinluthernyc.org Lutheran, CO-ED

Executive Director/Principal: Randal C. Gast, James R. Regan Students: 250 Teachers: 30 Average Class Size: 23 Extracurricular Activities: Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country, Tennis, Basketball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Baseball, Softball, Track, National Honor Society, Yearbook, Newspaper, Spanish Club, German Club, Key Club, Drama Club, Choir, Band Open House Dates Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 3, from 12 to 4 p.m. & Thursday, October 29, from 5 to 8 p.m.

Admissions Director: Mr. Chris Brown (718) 894-4000 x221, Mr. James Regan (718) 894-4000 x142 Percent of Seniors Attending College: 99 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: New York University, Penn State, Macaulay Honors College (CUNY), Queens College, St. Francis College, Long Island University, Hunter College, St. Joseph’s College, Concordia – NY, Johnson & Wales University, Pace University, College of St. Rose, New York Institute of Technology

Most 2015 Seniors Attending: City University of New York Average SAT: Critical Reading 482, Mathematics 511 College Credit Courses: (Through Monroe College, St. Joseph's College and Concordia–NY) Students can obtain up to 36 college credits in Elements of Chemistry, Earth History, Heredity & Society, Probability & Statistics, Criminal Justice, Speech, Psychology, International Business, Criminal Justice, Intro to Business, Psychology and Sociology. Advanced Placement courses are also offered.

Admissions Requirements: Candidates for admission take a Standardized Entrance Exam. Applicants submit their 7th grade report cards and teacher recommendations to the Admissions Director during the personal interview.

School Motto: Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today/Smart School.

Smart Choice.

Statement: Martin Luther School offers the Regents program as part of the high school curriculum. The Regents Exams are available in English, Algebra, World Studies, US History and Living Environment.

Additional Regents Exams are offered as requested.

Martin Luther School’s ministry includes Middle School for students in grades 6, 7 and 8. The students have the opportunity to participate in athletics, music, drama and more as part of the middle school curriculum.

To better communicate with our students and parents, we utilize Edline, an online grade reporting program. Both provide up to date information on the student progress for students, parents and school personnel.

International Students receive additional help in assimilating to our school and culture through daily ESL courses, as well as weekly meetings with our International Coordinators, who counsel and support the student’s academic, spiritual and social lives.

Alumni are involved in our school, not only through reunions, but as contributors to Career Day, volunteer service, membership on boards and committees and as donors. Through our Alumni Mentoring Program, current students are paired up with Alumni in a specific career field, and guided through the college process, resume building, internship application and more.

The Mary Louis Academy

176-21 Wexford Terrace (Mother Mary Louis Way) Jamaica Estates, NY, 11432 (718)297-2120 tmla.org Catholic, All girls

The Martin Luther Schoool Choir regularly performs at Citi Field

Principal: S. Kathleen McKinney, Ed.D Extracurricular Activities: Over 50 clubs and extracurricular activities, including the largest girls' athletic program in New York City, intramurals, cheerleading, dance teams and a performing arts program that offer Glee Club, Orchestra and Theater Arts.

Open House Date: Sunday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admissions Director: Rita Piro (718) 297-2120 ext. 228 Scholarships: Full and partial scholarships, application due by Monday, November 2. CSJ Scholarship Incentive Awards (service) based on TACHS, first of second choice with application due by December 15. Applications available at tmla.org.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Princeton, Northeastern, Virginia, Fordham, Villanova, Quinnipiac, NYU, University of Rochester, SUNY Binghamton, CUNY Queens, McGill University, Spelman College Most 2015 Seniors Attending: St. John’s University, Adelphi University Average SAT: Above New York State Average College Credit Courses: Painting, Law Honors, Intro to Calculus, Biology, Italian, Spanish, Christology Admissions Requirements: TACHS or Rockville Centre Test, Standardized Test Scores, Reports Cards, Teacher Recommendations School Motto: Fidem Servavi (I Have Kept the Faith)

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“The School That Makes A Difference” for young men and women Conducted in the Educational Tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart

Serving young people in the United States since 1847

To apply to Molloy take the TACHS or CHSEE Exam: Deadline to register: Register at: Exam Date: Molloy Code:

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 Msgr. McClancy Memorial

71-06 31st Avenue East Elmhurst, NY 11370 (718) 898-3800 www.msgrmcclancy.org Catholic, Co-ed

President: Brother Joseph Rocco, SC, Ed.D Principal: Mr. James Castrataro Students: 674 Teachers: 38 Average Class Size: 25-30 Extracurricular Activities: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Golf, Handball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Art, Band, Business/ Finance, Chess, Choral, Computer, Dance, Dramatics, Film, International Travel, Italian, Law, Library, Literary Magazine, Math, Media, Medical, Music, Newspaper, Photography, Poetry, Science, Ski, Spanish, Speech and Debate, Table Tennis, Wrestling History, Yearbook, Campus Ministry, Italian Honor Society, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Student Council, Retreat, and Community Service.

Open House: Saturday, October 10 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Admissions Director: Mr. Nicholas Melito (718) 898-3800 ext. 2 Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Full, half, and partial scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen based on the results of the TACHS exam, as well as 7th and 8th grade academic records. Academic Scholarships are awarded only to students who place McClancy as their first choice on the TACHS exam. Financial aid is available and is need-based based. The second sibling attending school simultaneously receives a 50 percent reduction of tuition. McClancy

participates in the Student Sponsorship Program (SSP).

Percent of Last Year’s Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Baruch College, Baruch Honors College, Binghamton University, City College NY Macaulay Honors College, City College of New York, George Mason University, Hofstra University, Hunter College, John Jay College, Lehman College,Manhattan College, New York University, Queens College, Rensselear Polytechnical Institute, St. Francis College, St. John’s University, SUNY Binghamton, University of Buffalo, University of Massachusetts, Amhurst Average SAT: Critical Reading 560, Math 578, Writing 549 (Based on Top 80 Percent of Seniors) College Credit Courses: English, Mathematics, Business Education, Science, and Art. Admissions Requirements: TACHS Score, Elementary School Records School Motto: “The School that Makes a Difference” in the educational tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart.

St. Agnes Academic H.S.

13-20 124th Street College Point, NY, 11356 (718)353-6276 www.stagneshs.org Catholic, All Girls

Principal: Susan Nicoletti Average Class Size: 24 Extracurricular Activities: More than 30 clubs and activities

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS • • • • Martin Luther SchooL • • • • including Art Club, Cooking Club, Step Club, various dance clubs, Girls Who Code, Robotics and Cheerleading. Member of the CHSAA for varsity and junior varsity sports teams.

Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Admissions Director: Kim Daly, (718) 353-6276 ext. 11 Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Full and partial scholarships available based on results of the scholarship exam, TACHS exam, and report card. First or second choice on TACHS exam preferred. Sibling scholarship available to students whose sister attends St. Agnes. Students must take the St. Agnes Scholarship exam to be considered for an academic scholarship.

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Saturday, October 17—11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m For details, please call our Admissions Office 718.721.7200 ext 699 or visit us at stjohnsprepschool.org.

Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders The marks of true leadership—knowledge, faith, virtue, service to others, a passion for learning, innovation, and creativity—are embedded in our school’s culture. St. John’s Prep is a foundation for success and fulfillment, in college and life.

• High standards of learning including AP, Honors, and enrichment courses • Faculty dedicated to the needs of each student • Close-knit, vibrant community of Catholic faith

“ The bar was set high at St. John’s Prep. We were challenged to be our best, to make a difference, and to be lifelong learners.”

— 2013 St. John’s Prep Graduate Attending Harvard University

• Active engagement outside the class in athletics, arts, service, campus ministry, and more • Experiential learning through apprenticeships, global travel, STEM, and partnership programs with St. John’s University

718.721.7200 | stjohnsprepschool.org 21-21 Crescent Street | Astoria, NY 11105

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: City University of New York, Fairfield University, Fordham University, Macaulay Honors College, Molloy College, New York University, Penn State University, St. John’s University, SUNY Albany, SUNY Buffalo, SUNY Geneseo, SUNY Stony Brook College Credit Courses: All Subject Areas Admissions Requirements: 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Report Cards and TACHS Score School Motto: College Point...College Bound!

Statement: One-hundred percent of our students graduate and continue on to college. While at St. Agnes, students enjoy small classes sizes, personal attention, and a challenging academic curriculum, which include honors, Advanced Placement, and college credit courses. More than half of our students participate on a sports team and there are over 30 clubs and activities for students to join. An on-site campus minister and the religion department offer students the opportunity to develop their faith through religion classes, the Christian service program, liturgies, and retreats.

St. Francis Prep 61-00 Francis Lewis Blvd.

Fresh Meadows NY, 11365 (718) 423-8810 sfponline.org Catholic, Co-Ed Principal: Mr. Patrick McLaughlin Students: 2500 Teachers: 145

Average Class Size: 34 Extracurricular Activities: Over 90 Clubs and Sports Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from Noon to 4:30 p.m.

Admissions Director: Ms. Lisa Schaefer (718) 423-8810 ext. 264 Scholarships: Scholarships are offered to students who score highest on the TACHS and who put St. Francis Prep as their number one choice.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 99 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Harvard, University of Pennsylvania, Tufts, Cornell, U.S. Naval Academy Most 2015 Seniors Attending: St. John’s, SUNY Stonybrook, Queens College Average SAT: Critical Reading 552, Math 534, Writing 528 College Credit Courses: AP Art History, Drawing From Life, Digital Photography, Two Dimensional Design, Marketing, Accounting, Business Law, C Programming, Computer Electronics, Gothicism, Fiction, Poetry, World Literature, Drama, AP Calculus, Math 12, Pre-Calculus, Math Analysis, Calculus, Probability and Statistics, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, Physics Honors, AP Biology, AP Environmental Science, Forensic Science, AP European History, AP Music Theory, History of Music, Religion of the Worlds , Italian IV, French IV Admissions Requirements: Grade Average of 80 School Motto: Deus Meus et Omnia: My God and My All Statement: St. Francis Prep is a Catholic, college preparatory school in the Franciscan tradition. Our mission is to enable all students to develop and broaden their spiritual, intellectual, creative, emotional, social, and physical attributes. We value the unique contribution each person makes to the Prep community. We are a family at St. Francis Prep where every student is welcomed and important, where our students are reminded of their unique value and encouraged and inspired to follow their passion. Together we create an environment filled with academic success, respect,

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 integrity, and joy. Our timeless mission is to enable all students to develop and broaden their spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical abilities.

St. John’s Preparatory School 21-21 Crescent Street Astoria, NY, 11105 (718) 721-7200 stjohnsprepschool.org Catholic, Co-Ed Principal: William A. Higgins Students: 700 Teachers: 35 Average Class Size: 28 Extracurricular Activities: Art, Band, Computer, Cultural Clubs, Dance, Drama, Environmental Awareness, Forensics, Glee Club, Literary Magazine, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Poetry Workshop, Photography, St. Vincent de Paul, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Softball, Volleyball, Track, Cheerleading, Weight Training Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admissions Director: Veronica Loehle 718-721-7200, ext 699 Percent of Seniors Attending College: 99 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: St. John’s University, Columbia University, Manhattan College, Fordham University, St. Francis College, St. Joseph’s College, Hofstra, Pace University, Iona College, New York University, CUNY, SUNY, Hunter College, Baruch College, Queens College, Pratt Institute Most 2015 Seniors Attending: St. John’s University, St. Francis College, St. Joseph’s College, CUNY, SUNY College Credit Courses: Calculus, Biology, English Literature, Spanish, U.S. History, European History Admissions Requirements: Grade Average, TACHS Score, Special Test, TACHS Test School Motto: That they may have life more abundantly.

Saint Mary’s High School

admissions@stmary.ws Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Scholarships are offered to incoming freshman applicants based on the High School Entrance Exams scores and are awarded to the top performing students ranging from full to partial scholarships.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 97 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: American University, Boston College, Boston University, Drexel University, Fairfield University, The George Washington University, Hofstra University, Loyola University Maryland, Marist College, New York University, Penn State, Princeton University, Providence College, Purdue University, Rutgers University, The Catholic University of America, University of Connecticut, University of Scranton, SUNY Binghamton, SUNY Geneseo, Swarthmore College, and Villanova University.

Most 2015 Seniors Attending: Adelphi University, SUNY Binghamton, Boston College, Fairfield University, Fordham University, Hofstra University, Iona College, LIU Post, Marymount College, Molloy College, NYIT, Providence College, Stony Brook University, and St. John’s University.

College Credit Courses: Advanced Placement courses in English, World History, United States History, European History, Calculus, Spanish, Italian, Biology, Environmental Science and Computer Science. In addition, through a cooperative program with St. John’s and Adelphi Universities, students can earn college credit for courses in English, Language, American Government, College Algebra, Calculus, Computer Science and Psychology.

Admissions Requirements: Grade Average, TACHS Score, CHSEE Score, Admissions Placement Test Statement: Saint Mary’s High School was founded in 1949 and is an integral part of the ministry of St. Mary’s Parish, located in Manhasset, New York. It is a Roman Catholic, coeducational community guided by the message of the Gospel in its commitment to nurturing each individual, engendering respect for the dignity of the human person, and maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence.

The merit of the St. Mary’s High School is measured by the achievement of the graduating class. The Class of 2015 earned $12 million in academic scholarships to the country’s most prestigious colleges and universities including MIT, Princeton, Cornell, Columbia, Dartmouth, Villanova, Duke and others.

The program of studies at St. Mary’s is designed to provide each student with a comprehensive college preparatory education

51 Clapham Avenue Manhasset, NY, 11030 (516) 627-2711 www.inspiredthinkers.org Catholic, Co-ed

President: Grace M. Cavallo Principal: Jonathan D. Kramer Students: 625 Teachers: 45 Average Class Size: 24 Extracurricular Activities: The Saint Mary’s experience encourages students to become fully involved members of our school community by participating in campus life and taking advantage of the variety of extracurricular offerings. From Student Council to clubs and sports, each student is able to explore their talents and skills outside the realm of academia. Students continue to forge friendships, build comradeship and team effort in the many supervised after school activities and interscholastic athletics such as lacrosse, soccer, badminton, track and swimming. In addition, students contribute to the community in various volunteer roles. All experiences build on character and leadership potential that help form a well-rounded and successful individual.

Open House Date: Sunday, October 18, with presentations at 2, 2:45 & 3:30 p.m. St. Mary’s offers personal tours by appointment throughout the year. Call (516) 627-2711 ext. 1078 to schedule an appointment.

Admissions Director: Gerard Buckley (516) 627-2711 ext. 1132,

Students in a religion class at St. Mary’s watch a live feed of Pope Francis’ recent speech in Washginton.

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 with an emphasis on core curriculum skills. St. Mary’s recognizes individual differences by providing a range of levels for many courses: Advanced Placement, Honors, and Regents. St. Mary’s also offers unique elective courses to allow students who have met prerequisites to explore specialized subjects.

The Fine and Performing Arts Program at St. Mary’s is a vibrant active department where students focus on cultivating their talents in large and small group settings. Whether in the art studio, the orchestra, on or behind the stage, the students are working alongside professionals that provide an unparalleled learning experience of a lifetime.

With the implementation of a One to One iPad Program for an entire high school, St. Mary’s remains a leader in technology with a state-of-the-art infrastructure. The Program aims to enhance student motivation, higher order learning skills, study skills, and technology across content areas such as history, fine arts and sciences. St. Mary’s also offers the opportunity for students to participate in college level computer courses such as Introduction to Computer Programming, Advanced Placement Computer, and Digital Media.

MANHATTAN Cathedral High School

350 East 56th Street New York, NY, 10022 (212) 688-1545 cathedralhs.org Catholic, All-Girls

Principal: Maria Spagunolo Students: 650 Teachers: 47 Average Class Size: 28 Extracurricular Activities: Student Council, Marching Band, Drama, Cheerleading, Chorus, Newspaper, Dance, Steppers, Travel and Culture Club, Guitar Club, Billiards, Yearbook, Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track, Volleyball and much more.

Open House Date: Sunday, October 18, 12 to 3 p.m. (Last tour at 2:30 p.m.)

Admissions Director: Johanna Velez Percent of Seniors Attending College: 93 Top 2014 Seniors Attending: Polytechnic Institute of New York University, Hunter College, Fairfield University, Fordham University, Binghamton University, Vassar College, College of the Holy Cross and New York University.

College Credit Courses: English, Spanish, Biology, Calculus, Statistics, Environmental Science, Psychology, U.S. History and Comparative Government & Politics Admission Requirements: Grade average 80 and above, good TACHS exam score and general good conduct and attendance.

School Motto: Empowering Young Women Through Education Statement: Academic success has been synonymous with Cathedral since its founding in 1905. As a college preparatory school, we have educated generations of young women to meet their scholastic potential. We offer a number of Honors and AP Courses as well as medical, law, and business programs. Students in these programs are placed as interns in institutions such as Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai Medical Center and at prestigious New York law firms. We offer a very competitive tuition and our graduates earn over millions of dollars in college scholarships and grants.

Catholic, All-Girls Principal: Dr. Nicole Grimes Students: 220 Teachers: 28 Average Class Size: 18 Extracurricular Activities: Art Club, Book Club, Campus Ministry, Chinese Club, Culinary Club, Culture Club, Dance Club, Dominican Academy Preachers, Debate Club, Drama Club, Eucharistic Ministers, Film Club, French Club, Girls Who Code, Glee Club, Latin Club, Literary Journal, Liturgical Dance, Liturgical Ensemble, Mathletes, Mock Trial, Photography Club, S.A.D.D., Science Club, Shakespeare Club, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, Student Prints (Newspaper), Women’s Empowerment, and Yearbook.

Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. & Wednesday, October 28, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Admission Director: Madeline Metzler, (212) 744-0195 Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Dominican Academy offers a select number of full- and partial-tuition meritbased scholarships. Students who score in the top 10 percent on the TACHS and who list Dominican Academy as their first choice will be invited to take our scholarship exam.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Princeton, University of St. Andrews, Carnegie Mellon University, Middlebury College, Georgetown University, Fordham University Most 2015 Seniors Attending: Fordham University, Carnegie Mellon University, Villanova University, Bard College, Georgetown University Average SAT Scores: 2100 College Credit Courses: AP classes in Art History. Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Economics, English, Environmental Science, European History, Government, Latin. Physics, U.S. History Admission Requirements: Dominican Academy typically accepts

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Dominican Academy

44 East 68th Street New York, NY 10065 (212) 744-0195 echalk.dominicanacademy.org

2202 60TH STREET BROOKLYN, NY 11204

718-236-6363 ADMISSIONS@KEARNEYHS.ORG

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 students who score an 85% or above on the TACHS exam, and who have strong grades in school.

School Motto: Where Smart Girls Become Intelligent Women/Be a D.A. Girl Statement: Dominican Academy has been educating young women intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually since 1897.

Located in an historic mansion on the Upper East, Dominican Academy (D.A.) consistently ranks among New York City’s best high schools.

Operated by the Dominican Sisters of Peace and lay staff, D.A. unites academic excellence and an all-honors curriculum with a warm, family-like atmosphere. D.A. challenges and empowers young women to be local and global leaders in the 21st century. D.A. students strive for excellence in all things, guided by the Dominican pillars of Study, Community, Just Actions, and Prayer.

Our student teacher ratio of 8:1 ensures individual attention and opportunities for mentorship. 90% of faculty have at least one advanced degree, and 100% of graduates go on to attend accredited four-year colleges and universities.

Notre Dame School of Manhattan

327 West 13th Street New York, NY, 10014 (212) 620-5575 www.cheznous.org Catholic, All-Girls

Principal: Jaclyn Brilliant Students: 340 Teachers: 25 Average Class Size: 28

Notre Dame students enjoy life on the school's Greenwich Village campus.

Extracurricular Activities: Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Running Club, Tennis Club, Art Club, Chorus, Drama, Girls Who Code, Glee Club, Literary/Art Magazine, Liturgy Club, Math Club, Multicultural Club, Museum Club, National Honor Society, Photography Club, Step Team, Yearbook, Yoga Open House Date: Sunday, October 25, from 2:30 to 5 p.m.

Admissions Director: Robert P. Grote (212) 620-5575 ext. 318 Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Notre Dame awards a number of academic scholarships based on performance in the TACHS and prior school records. Scholarship consideration is given to students who list Notre Dame as their first, second or third choice on the TACHS with a preference for first and second choices.

Limited financial aid based on need is available.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Princeton, Columbia, Cornell, Duke, Middlebury, Barnard Most 2015 Seniors Attending: Marist, Fordham Average SAT: Above the National Average College Credit Courses: Nine AP Courses Admissions Requirements: Admission is based on performance on the TACHS and on the basis of prior school records.

School Motto: Chez Nous (Our Home) Statement: Notre Dame offers students an exceptional collegeprep program in a small school, nurturing environment in a Greenwich Village location that is second to none.

St. Jean Baptiste High School 173 East 75 Street New York, NY, 10021 (212)288-1645 stjean.org Catholic, All-Girls Principal: Sr. Maria Cassano, CND Students: 350 Teachers: 29 Average Class Size: 25 Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from 2 to 5 p.m. (Last tour begins at 4:30 p.m.)

Admissions Director: Ms. Flora Lugo (212) 288-1645 ext. 134 Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: St. Jean Baptiste High School offers academic scholarships to talented and gifted applicants based on their middle school transcript and TACHS scores. All Scholarship Applicants must take the TACHS. Percent of Seniors Attending College: 97 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: De Pauw University, Fordham University, Manhattan College, New York University, St. John’s University, CUNY Macaulay Honors College at John Jay, SUNY Stony Brook, and Syracuse University College Credit Courses: (Through St. Joseph's College) College Writing, French Literature, Spanish Literature AP Courses: Art, Chemistry, English, U.S. Government, European History, Spanish Language and U.S. American History Admissions Requirements: Students must take the TACHS exam on November 6, Earn an 80 percent average in all subjects, have excellent conduct and effort and good attendance.

School Motto: Parae Domino Plebem Perfectam (To prepare for the Lord a perfect people - Luke 1:17) Statement: We expand opportunities for young women of diverse strengths and backgrounds and we do so by partnering with outstanding professionals and organizations. Our students benefit from enrichment and internship opportunities in many fields: Medicine, Law, Art, Leadership, Technology and Service beginning from grade nine and continuing throughout their time at SJB. When they graduate they transform their communities, their nation and our world.

St. Jean Baptiste High School was founded by the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame in 1929. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Secondary Schools.

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 The school partners with St. Joseph's College and offers Advanced Placement courses in the liberal and fine arts, advanced science & math electives. Students participate in programs such as the The Cornell Weill Medical Research Internship, Futures & Options Career Essential Program, Cooper Union Summer Research Institute in Science and Engineering, Telluride Association Summer Seminar at Indiana University, as well as summer foreign exchange programs.

All seniors participate in a full day of service each week at local hospitals, schools, soup kitchens, senior centers, and other social service agencies, earning 140 hours throughout the school year.

Activities include Student Council, National Honor Society, French and Spanish Honor Societies, Ambassadors, softball, soccer, track, STEP, as well as clubs in art and photography, cooking, Latina dance, golf, French and global concern.

Saint Vincent Ferrer High School

151 East 65th Street New York, NY, 10065 (212)535-4680 www.saintvincentferrer.com Catholic, All-Girls

Principal: Sister Gail Morgan, O.P. Students: 515 Average Class Size: 24 Extracurricular Activities: Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Track, Swim Club, Yoga, Pilates, Cheerleading, Newspaper, Student Council, French Language & Culture, Spanish Language & Culture, Irish Society, Yearbook, International Travel and Study, Math Club, and many, many more.

Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from noon to 3:30 p.m.

Admissions Director: Sister Christine Cosgrove, O.P., Ph.D, (212) 535-4680 Scholarships: Ferrer Scholars covers up to 67 percent of tuition; Legacy Scholarships for daughters/granddaughters of Ferrer grads; and about 15 to 20 significant scholarships offered to incoming 9th graders Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Columbia, Rice, St John’s Ph.D in Pharmacy Program Most 2015 Seniors Attending: Fordham, NYU, Providence, St. John’s, SUNY, CUNY College Credit Courses: Economics, French IV, Spanish IV and Biology in conjunction with St. John's University Admissions Requirements: TACHS Score, Good Grade School Records, Special Test School Motto: Veritas (Truth)

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Bishop Kearney High School

2202 60th Street Brooklyn NY, 11204 (718)236-6363 bishopkearneyhs.org Catholic, All-Girls

President: Dr. Margaret Minson Principal: Elizabeth Guglielmo Students: 400 Teachers: 25

Average Class Size: 20 Extracurricular Activities: Basketball, Booster, Cheerleading, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Volleyball, and clubs such as student-run television station WBKS, student-run bookstore, Student Council, Yearbook, Math Team, International Club and four-year art and music program.

Open House Dates: Thursday, October 1, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. & Saturday, October 3, from 12 to 1:30 p.m..

Admissions Director: Rachel Kasold (718) 236-6363 ext. 255 admissions@kearneyhs.org Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Over $300,000 in Academic Scholarships are based on a Scholarship Exam on Saturday, December 5. Sign up on the school website and to view all of the scholarship opportunities.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Fairfield, Fordham, Pratt, CUNY – Macaulay Honors, CUNY – Sophie Davis Most 2015 Seniors Attending: Fordham College Credit Courses: AP course in Calculus, Chemistry, English Literature and Composition, Psychology, Studio Art 2D, and U.S. History. College course include (Through St. John's) Biology, Human Anatomy, (Through St. Joseph's College) American History, Calculus/Analytic Geometry, Faith, Fictional Narrative, Italian Readings I, Spanish Readings I. Admissions Requirement: Based on grades from 6th, 7th and 8th grade and TACHS scores. Average GPA for general acceptance is 85.

Motto: Educating Women Who Shape the Future.

Statement: Bishop Kearney has a 100 percent college acceptance rate, including to Cornell, Fordham, Harvard, CUNY – Macaulay Honors, NYU and Princeton, and Honors, AP and college-level courses and online language courses through Middlebury College and SAT Prep as part of the curriculum, which is valued at $1,100 per student, at no additional cost.

The school has internships on campus through Doctors on Call and the on-site Universal Pre-Kindergarten, as well as a four-year religious studies and retreat program with an active campus ministry and outstanding Christian service program.

There is one-to-one Chromebook implementation, Windows & MAC computers, STEM Labs and Vernier Technology, and entrepreneurial opportunities in the student-run book store and TV station, thriving athletics and four-year art and music program, as well as corporate support from Havas Health, 21st Century Fox, Investors Bank. SMART technologies enables Kearney to offer unique opportunities to our students

St. Edmund Preparatory 2474 Ocean Avenue Brooklyn, Ny 11229 (718) 743-6100 stedmundprep.org Catholic, Co-ed Principal: John Lorenzetti Students: 750 Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Extracurricular Activities: Art Club, Bands, Book Club, Calligraphy Club, Canterburian - Yearbook Staff, The Challenge Team, Chorus, Edmund Eagle - Student Newspaper, Energy Yoga Club, The Equinox - Literary Magazine, Freshman Mentoring, Heroes Club, Math Club, Photography Club, Robotics Team, SADD, Savings &, Investment Club, Sound Crew, Speech and Debate, Stage Crew, Strategy Club, The Tech Team, Teens Teach Reading, Theater Club, Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Crew, Golf, Handball, Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Volleyball.

Open House Date: Saturday, October 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. & Tuesday, October 27, at 7 p.m. Tours are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., by appointment. Prospective students may also attend on a Buddy Day. Please call the admissions office at 718-743-6100 ext. 5064 to schedule all appointments.

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TOP HIGH SCHOOLS 2015 Admissions Director: Deacon Ron Rizzuto (718) 743-6100 ext.

5064 Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: St. Edmund Preparatory High School (SEP) annually awards a number of academic scholarships to qualified incoming freshmen. These scholarships range from partial to full awards to those candidates who meet the criteria.

Those wishing to apply for a scholarship must fill out an application.

The application must be completed in full and returned to the Office of Admissions no later than Friday, October 31. Late submissions cannot be accepted. Among those applicants who meet the scholarship requirements, select candidates will be invited to interview with the Scholarship Committee.

College Credit Courses: The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a comprehensive and balanced two-year collegepreparatory curriculum which requires students to study across all disciplines. It provides flexibility to accommodate student interest and abilities and utilizes international standards.

The IB Program offers courses such as World Literature, 20th Century World History, Chemistry, Biology, Art, Music, Sports and Theatre. It also includes a strong emphasis on writing, research and a commitment to community service.

The St. John’s University College Advantage Program offers juniors and seniors a unique opportunity to take college level classes in Accounting, Marketing, English, Art, Italian, Spanish, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, World Religions, Intro to Bible, Synoptic Gospels, American History, US Government and Politics and Psychology.

Advanced Placement classes provide students with the opportunity to earn college credit and/or advanced placement, and the St. Edmund Prep Exchange Program gives our students an opportunity to visit Salisbury, England, and Brisbane, Australia.

Admissions Requirements: Students who wish to attend St. Edmund Prep must take the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools. St. Edmund Prep will give very strong preference to students who put the

school as first choice, but will consider all choices.

School motto: Caritas Statement: Our mission at St. Edmund Preparatory High School is to instill the Gospel values in our students. Compassion and mercy are hallmarks of the Gospels. We believe that the need for human compassion and mercy is realized when we are in service to others.

Our St. Edmund Prep family believes that Caritas calls us to share our talents and gifts with each other whether in the classroom, through liturgy and prayer, service and outreach to those in need, in our student organizations, on our athletic teams, performing arts groups, and in our everyday lives.

The graduating class of 2014 received over $13 million in scholarships.

Xaverian High School 7100 Shore Road Brooklyn NY, 11209 (718)836-7100 xaverian.org Catholic, Co-Ed Principal: Deacon Kevin McCormack Students: 1,000 Teachers: 80 Average Class Size: 23 Extracurricular Activities: Art & Literary Magazine, Art Club, Anime Club, Young Democrats & Young Republicans, Dramatics Society, Rocket Club, Chess, Clipper Society, Mock Trial, Speech & Debate, Robotics, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Ultimate Frisbee, Yearbook, and Student Newspaper. Extensive,

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Scholarships to one of our Top High Schools is achievable Here’s what you need to know about your school choice

Our research on the scholarships available to our Top High Schools is quite revealing. Scholarship money available at specific schools varies little year to year, and although a general focus on the type of student doesn’t change much, there are typically slight changes in how they give out scholarships.

If parents stay informed, you might just catch a school at the right time for your child.

Scholarships and financial aid are quite different. Most of the information below is gathered to help parents determine how to apply for academic-based scholarships. Most of these schools also offer need-based financial aid, so call the school early for your best shot.

For college admission, students send out dozens of applications and colleges send back a letter stating acceptance and how much in scholarship and aid dollars they are willing to give you. For the student applying to a top high school, a choice of schools in order of preference must be included on the TACHS admission exam.

Register at www.tachsinfo.com.

The numbered choice is crucial to the schools themselves. Our Top High Schools might not typically offer any scholarship to a student who puts their school as third choice. But some do, so read further.

For colleges, if a student desperately wants to attend an institution, there are usually ways to squeeze money from the school.

That’s an important concept in understanding our Top High Schools, as the schools we have profiled in this issue do indeed feel the same way. We also found if a family member has attended the school they are more likely to give you a break.

Some schools put more admissions and scholarship weight on the TACHS, while others lean more towards grades. A few give their own tests, and if you score high enough, you will be offered all kinds of financial incentives to attend a school. You can take scholarship tests at various schools without a problem.

In all cases check out the web site, but here’s the quick rundown: St. John’s Prep in Astoria awards numerous academic

scholarships, most of which come from the school’s Board of Directors. A small fee is charged for the test, which is named after Peter Vallone. The top 30 scorers receive scholarship offers. Only students who have an overall average of 85 or above are encouraged to take the exam.

The Mary Louis Academy in Jamaica Estates typically says first choice is imperative. Application is due by November 2. There is another scholarship, entitled CSJ, with the application due December 15.

St. Agnes in College Point is a college preparatory high school for young women. They offer a competitive scholarship exam, and full and partial scholarships are based on that test and the TACHS. A sibling scholarship is also available.

Archbishop Molloy awards scholarships through a competitive scholarship exam to students who achieve at least a 93 average in math, English, science and history at the end of grade seven.

Holy Cross in Flushing relies on recommendations and TACHS scores, as well as prior academic success.

Msgr. McClancy prides itself on total transparency in awarding scholarships. They give scholarship

offers only to students who choose the school as their number one choice. Based on TACHS and report cards, full, half and partial scholarships are given. The second child from the same family at the school gets half off tuition while they are both at school.

Xaverian in Brooklyn awards $1.25 million in scholarships yearly.

An exam is given each year, and this year it will be on December 5. They also offer military family grants.

St. Jean Baptiste in Manhattan offers scholarships to talented and gifted students. Offers are based on TACHS scores and report cards.

Martin Luther School in Maspeth offers scholarships based on scores from an academic excellence scholarship exam, which costs $75. Call the school for an information packet. Typically, the top 20 scorers will be offered financial incentives to attend the school.

Martin Luther has had a middle school on their Maspeth campus for four years now. Principal Jim Regan says the transition to high school is easier for those who attended the middle school and is a positive for the older students in that it has allowed them to nurture and mentor the younger kids, changing the culture of the student body for the better.

The school's relationship with three area colleges offers graduating seniors up to 36 college credits.

And because about 25 percent

of the students at Martin Luther are foreign, four levels of ESL is offered.

Dominican Academy for girls is set in a cozy townhouse on East 68th Street in Manhattan. Students who score well on the TACHS and indicate keen interest in the school will be considered.

Bishop Kearney, the all-girls Catholic High School in the Borough Park section of Brooklyn, offers their scholarship exam on December 5. Over $300,000 is offered each year in scholarships.

Notre Dame in Greenwich Village uses TACHS, as well as grade school marks, for the financial scholarships they award.

Students who put Notre Dame first or second get preference over thirdchoice selections.

St. Edmunds offers a wide range of scholarships. They ask applicants to complete a scholarship application by October 31, and grades must be 90 percent or greater. An interview of finalists determines scholarship winners.

St. Vincent Ferrer typically gives scholarships based on TACHS scores and 6th, 7th, and 8th grade marks. TACHS scores must be 90 percent or better to qualify for the Ferrer Scholars Program. There is also a legacy scholarship given to students who have had family members attend the school.

If scholarship opportunities for your school choice are not included above, just call the school.

Xaverian High School in Brooklyn offers over $1,25 million in scholarships to incoming freshman, who recently attend a welcome barbecue at the school.

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Admissions Director: Mark Spelman (718) 836-7100 ext. 127 mspelman@xaverian.org Scholarships Offered and Awarded to 8th Graders: Xaverian is proud to offer $1.25 million annually in academic, merit-based scholarships. Students must take the scholarship exam on December 5. Xaverian also offers music scholarships and Memorial Scholarships and Grants for children of NYPD and FDNY. Xaverian offers nearly $1 million in need-based financial aid, as well as grants for military families.

Percent of Seniors Attending College: 100 Top 2015 Seniors Attending: Boston College, Boston University, Brown University, Cornell University, Clemson University, Fordham University, New York University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Richmond Most 2015 Seniors Attending: Cornell College Credit Courses: College credit offered through St. John's University, Syracuse University, and Rochester Institute of Technology.

Motto: In harmony, small things grow.

Statement: Xaverian has many unique academic programs which prepare our students for success in top colleges and universities.

Xaverian's Internship Program gives students the opportunity to take part in real-world experiences in professional fields of their choice. Xaverian also offers a highly acclaimed STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Program which offers project and problem-based learning through hands-on classroom experiences in a comprehensive curriculum for engineering and biomedical sciences.

One of the first schools in the United States to embrace a one-toone computing environment, Xaverian provides each student with an iPad. Classrooms are equipped with AppleTVs. Xaverian also boasts a renowned music program (MAX). Any student, regardless of experience, may join. The school's Pipe and Drum Corps has been in existence for nearly 20 years and has established itself as one of the best in the city.

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Alum arranges C-SPAN bus visit to St. Francis Prep Alumni involvement an added bonus at Top High Schools

By Jen Khedaroo

jkhedaroo@queensledger.com

C-SPAN’s Campaign 2016 Bus recently paid a visit to the newest generation of voters at St. Francis Preparatory High School in Fresh Meadows.

In conjunction with C-SPAN’s “Road to the White House” TV series, the bus travels nationwide to teach students about America’s political process. At St. Francis Prep, three groups of seniors, consisting of two AP U.S. Government and Politics classes and a Contemporary World Issues class, visited the bus along with student government.

Social Studies Department Chairperson Diane Haussermann explained that the visit was set up by a graduate of the school who now works for C-SPAN and wanted to give her alma mater this opportunity.

“The students didn’t know too much about C-SPAN so they were very excited in just learning of its existence,” Haussermann said. “Especially with the AP Government and Politics class, they are a group of students who are motivated by politics and the

bus tour gave them another avenue and opportunity to explore their interests.”

The bus tour introduced a 2016 campaign app, which allows visitors the opportunity to delve into presidential candidates’ campaign trails and special events.

With the 2016 presidential election being the first time many of them could register and vote, the app helped the students with making informed decisions on candidates.

Haussermann added that the teenagers were “pumped up” to learn that the actual C-SPAN bus is also used to interview certain candidates, such as Hillary Clinton and Rick Perry, at different election events.

Various interactive exhibits were also available to students, from touch-screen quizzes on the three branches of government to mobile devices demonstrating C-SPAN’s plethora of information shared on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube.

For those interested in TV production, the bus featured cameras and other equipment in a make-shift studio that is used to create programming. Vanessa

Torres, a marketing representative for the company, mentioned to students that they could participate in a documentary contest centering around what issue they found to be most important in the upcoming election. The winner of the contest will win $5,000.

But Haussermann said the bus did more than help students understand the election process.

In prime college application season, some of the students are looking to attend college in the Washington, D.C. area. During the visit, C-SPAN representatives encouraged those students to intern with the company.

“For those who want to be political science or international relations majors, it was exciting that they could have an opportunity to work in that field as well,” she said.

But the C-SPAN bus visiting St. Francis Prep is just one example of how a school’s alumni can provide unique opportunities to current students. At The Mary Louis Academy in Jamaica, alumni help current students find their passion within fields of interest.

Mentors for their program include an engineer, a foreign correspondent with the Associated Press, a former assistant Secretary of State under former president Bill Clinton’s administration and the former president of the National Organization of Minority

Architects.

With the help of mentors, students have been able to secure internships and jobs once they graduate. An internship with a mentor led to one former student eventually working for the Department of State overseas.

“Basically the program is designed to show the students what the career is really like so they can get their feet wet sooner rather than later,” said director of Annual Fund & Alumnae Relations Sean Belon.

“They can really develop a passion and see if it’s something they want to pursue in college.”

Additionally, the Angel Program at St. Agnes High School in College Point allows current students to be financially aided by an alumni sponsor.

An alumni can sponsor a student and assist with the cost of tuition. Throughout the year, students update the alum with letters and report cards. Publicist Theresa Hynes explained the importance of the program.

“Some students would not have been able to continue attending St. Agnes and receive a catholic school education without their support,” she said.

No matter what Top High School you choose, alumni will be just as important to your child’s education and development as the school’s faculty.

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New principal hopes to bring tech into the classroom

By Francesca Campione

fcampione@queensledger.com

On August 1, Darius Penikas assumed a new role in his professional life when he officially became the new principal of Archbishop Molloy High School.

Penikas feels his entire career path, which includes stints as assistant principal, dean, teacher and coach, has prepared him for the position and given him the skills to effectively connect with students and staff.

Penikas said that he was immediately attracted to the position at Archbishop Molloy High School.

“I always admired the school and I had to apply,” he said.

“It has great academics, great athletics and it does a great job of nurturing the students and providing them with great service opportunities.”

As Penikas works to complete his doctorate degree in Educational Administration at St. John’s University, he says that

being a student in today’s world helps him connect to the students he works with.

“Being a student now has given me such insight into the lives of students today,” he said. “It gives you a real appreciation of what they do.”

As principal, Penikas hopes to prioritize student use of technology in the classroom.

“All schools, especially a leading school such as Molloy, need to make sure they prepare school children to keep up with the changes in technology,” he said.

“We need to infuse technology into the classroom while keeping the personal connection with the student.”

In preparation for the coming school year, Penikas attended the Marist Leadership Institute Retreat, where he felt extremely welcomed and at ease. He plans to extend that same sentiment to his future students.

The greatest challenge he anticipates is making sure he connects with the existing tight-

knit Molloy community and gets to know everyone.

Overall, Penikas wants students to care for fellow human beings, work hard to improve themselves

and make a positive contribution.

“I want to make sure that we are nurturing the students and helping them develop into themselves,” he said.

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