AC A D E M IC EXC EL L EN CE
IN T HE CAT HOLIC TR ADIT ION
SINC E 1852
M ISSION Mount de Sales Academy forms young women in the spirit of
Saint Francis de Sales and in fidelity to the Sacred Scripture and
the Sacred Tradition of the Roman Catholic Church through
a college preparatory education that nurtures the whole person.
Anchored in faith, the community of Mount de Sales Academy is
committed to academic excellence, lifelong learning, moral responsibility,
service to others, and the dignity of the human person.
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OUR STORY MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY was founded in 1852 by Georgetown Visitation Sisters from Washington, D.C. As the first Catholic institution in Baltimore
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County to offer education to young women of all
zip codes
denominations, Mount de Sales’ earliest students represented nearly all states, as well as several
Average class size
European and Latin American countries. Since 1985, the school has been administered by the Dominican Sisters of the Saint Cecilia Congregation in Nashville, Tennessee.
Students travel to MDSA from
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Student body for the 2016-2017 Academic Year
Mount de Sales is an independent school owned and operated by a board of trustees and accredited by
Middle States Association.
Since 2004,
the
Society
has recognized Mount de
Cardinal
Newman
Sales as a SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE.
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ANCHORED IN FAITH Like the Visitation Sisters before them, the
Dominican
Sisters
believe
that
Catholic education is, above all, a work of love. Understanding that each student is on her own faith journey, Mount de Sales encourages spiritual growth through service, retreats (photo left), First Friday Mass, monthly Reconciliation and Adoration, prayer services, and other activities. At the heart of Mount de Sales is the St. Francis de Sales Chapel, where Our Lord resides in the Eucharist.
TRADITIONS The traditions of Mount de Sales Academy promote UNITY,
BIG SISTERS-LITTLE SISTERS
SISTERHOOD, and EXCITEMENT by providing meaningful
FRESHMAN MIRACULOUS MEDAL MASS
high school memories. Every tradition is a bond between the current students and the Mount de Sales Academy alumnae, encouraging the continued legacy of Mount de Sales Academy.
ALL-SCHOOL MASSES HOMECOMING CLASS RETREATS FALL FESTIVAL SOPHOMORE PIN MASS JUNIOR RING MASS LIVING ROSARY TWISTED TUNES FATHER-DAUGHTER COTILLION SENIOR LUNCHEONS JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM SPIRIT DAY TALENT SHOW SENIOR MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEA MAY PROCESSION SENIOR ART SHOW BACCALAUREATE MASS HONORS ASSEMBLY GRADUATION
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ACADEMICS ACADEMICS Academics are the focus of the instructional work at Mount de Sales. The curriculum is college preparatory and carries with it high expectations and challenging work. All classes intend to complement the spiritual growth and total formation of each student. To graduate, each student is required to earn service hours, attend scheduled retreats, and complete summer reading requirements all four years.
COURSE PLACEMENT | Incoming freshmen whose High School Placement Test scores qualify may sit for placement tests for particular subjects. Because each girl’s strengths are unique, Mount de Sales does not have a track system. Instead, students take course work at various levels and have the opportunity to change levels between one year and the next.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT | Advanced Placement courses are offered at a college level to juniors and seniors. Students in Advanced Placement courses are required to take examinations given by the College Board each spring. COURSE ELIGIBLE GRADE(S) LEVEL(S) NOTES
RELIGION Freshman Scripture and Doctrine
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L2
Sacraments and Morality
10
L2
Christology and Church History
11
L2
Morality
12
L2
Freshman: Literary Genre Survey
9
L1, L2, H
Sophomore: Western Literature
10
L1, L2, H
American Literature
11
L1, L2, H
AP Junior English (Language & Composition)
11
AP
British Literature
12
L1, L2, H
AP Senior English (Literature & Composition)
12
AP
Creative Writing: Various Genres
11, 12
L2
With Film Study.
ENGLISH
4
Film Study
11, 12
L2
With Creative Writing.
Study of the Holocaust
11, 12
L2
With Humanities Studies.
Humanities Studies
11, 12
L2
With Study of the Holocaust.
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COURSE ELIGIBLE GRADE(S) LEVEL(S) NOTES
MATH Algebra I
9
L1, L2, H
Geometry
9 (L2, H), 10
L1, L2, H
Algebra II
10 (L2, H), 11
L1, L2, H
College Algebra
11, 12
L1, L2
With Introduction to Data Analysis and Statistics.
Introduction to Data Analysis & Statistics
11, 12
L1, L2
With College Algebra.
Precalculus
11, 12
L2, H
AP Calculus AB
11, 12
AP
AP Calculus BC
11, 12
AP
S.T.E.M. Explorations
11, 12
L2
AP Statistics
11, 12
AP
Introduction to Computer Science
11, 12
L2
Biology
9
L1, L2, H
AP Biology
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AP
Chemistry
10, 11 (L1)
L1, L2, H
AP Chemistry
11, 12
AP
Anatomy & Physiology
11, 12
H
Marine Ecology
11, 12
L2, H
Offered every other year.
Environmental Science
11, 12
L2
Offered every other year.
Forensic Science
11, 12
L2
Physics
11, 12
L2, H
S.T.E.M. Explorations
11, 12
L2
Integrated Technology.
Introduction to Computer Science
11, 12
L2
Integrated Technology.
Integrated Technology. Integrated Technology.
SCIENCE
National Merit Semifinalists and Commendees
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COURSE ELIGIBLE GRADE(S) LEVEL(S) NOTES
SOCIAL SCIENCES Western Civilization
9
L2, H
American Government
10
L2, H
With United States History.
United States History
10
L2, H
With American Government.
Modern United States History
11
L2, H
AP United States History
11
AP
AP U.S. Government and Politics
12
AP
AP Art History
11, 12
AP
Offered every other year.
AP World History
11, 12
AP
Offered every other year.
Geography and Global Issues
11, 12
L2
Psychology
11, 12
L2
AP Psychology
11, 12
AP
Introduction to Economics
11, 12
L2
Line and Color
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Portfolio
10, 11, 12
H
Advanced Portfolio
11, 12
H
3D Arts
10, 11, 12
L2
Advanced 3D Arts
11, 12
H
AP Art History
11, 12
AP
Textile Design
10, 11, 12
L2
Advanced Textile Design
11, 12
H
Graphic Design
10, 11, 12
L2
With Photojournalism. Integrated Technology.
Photojournalism
10, 11, 12
L2
With Graphic Design. Integrated Technology.
Yearbook
12
L2
Speech and Drama
10, 11, 12
L2
Offered every other year.
Theatre Arts
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Offered every other year.
Chorus
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Concert Choir
10, 11, 12
H
Symphonic Orchestra
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Advanced Orchestra
10, 11, 12
H
Chamber Ensemble
11, 12
H
Dance I
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Dance IIa
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Dance IIb
9, 10, 11, 12
L2
Dance III
10, 11, 12
L2
FINE ARTS
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Offered every other year.
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COURSE
ELIGIBLE GRADE(S)
LEVEL(S)
FOREIGN LANGUAGE French I
9, 10, 11, 12
H
French II
9, 10, 11, 12
H
French III
11, 12
H
French IV
11, 12
H
AP French
11, 12
AP
Latin I
9, 10, 11, 12
H
Latin II
9, 10, 11, 12
H
Latin III
10, 11, 12
H
Latin IV
11, 12
H
AP Latin
11, 12
AP
Spanish I
9, 10, 11, 12
L2, H
Spanish II
9, 10, 11, 12
L2, H
Spanish III
10, 11, 12
L2, H
Spanish IV
11, 12
H
AP Spanish
11, 12
AP
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Physical Education/Health
9, 10
L2
Dance Fitness/Health
9, 10, 11
L2
Lifetime Fitness
11, 12
L2
THE CLASS OF 2016
15.8
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ACCEPTANCE TO THE U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY
100%
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COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES IN
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NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS & COMMENDEES
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85%
MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIP OFFERED AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS
SIGNED NCAA DIVISION I & II ATHLETES
STATES ACROSS THE U.S.
83% GRADUATED WITH ADVANCED PLACEMENT CREDIT
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GUIDANCE The GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT, led by Director of Academic Services Mary Jo Puglisi, is comprised of a freshman-sophomore counselor, a junior-senior
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
counselor, a college counselor, and the registrar.
MDSA GRADUATION
Guidance counselors meet with their assigned students
REQUIREMENTS
in individual, small group, and large group settings. Counselors assist students in building schedules, peer relationships, academic concerns, and emotional needs. Guidance hosts periodic parent coffees for each grade to update parents throughout the year.
English Credits
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Social Science Credits (including U.S. History) 3 Mathematics Credits (including Algebra I) 3 Lab Science Credits
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Foreign Language Credits
2
sophomore year. As juniors, students begin preparing
Fine Arts Credit
1
for the process with the college counselor, which leads
Religion Credits
4
Physical Education Credit
1
Elective Credits
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Students are introduced to Naviance, a tool for the college search and application process, in the spring of
to a more individualized approach in senior year. The Guidance Department addresses topics with students in meetings and assemblies that are appropriate to girls
COURSE DISTRIBUTION FOR
in high school. They include:
ENTRANCE INTO COLLEGES/ UNIVERSITIES IN STATE OF MD
• INTRODUCTION TO HIGH SCHOOL • STUDY SKILLS/TIME MANAGEMENT • SOCIAL MEDIA RESPONSIBILITY • SELF-ESTEEM • STRESS MANAGEMENT • COMMUNICATION SKILLS • CAREER PLANNING DAY • TRANSITION TO COLLEGE
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English Credits
4
Social Science Credits
3
Math Credits including Geometry & Algebra II 4 Lab Science Credits
3
Foreign Language Credits in same language 3 Fine Arts Credit
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THE SACRED HEART PROGRAM The SACRED HEART PROGRAM provides academic supports and instruction
”I found the Sacred
to meet the specialized needs of college-bound students with identified
Heart parent meetings
learning disabilities and ADHD. Named after the devotion that is beloved
to be especially helpful.
shared by the Sacred
provides academic support and remediation for continued improvement
Heart staff and guest
of academic skills as well as enables the student to discover her learning
speakers as well as the
strengths, build on these strengths, and advocate for her needs.
ACCOMMODATIONS | Accommodations provided will be individualized
lessons learned passed on by other parents were INVALUABLE IN HELPING ME provide
to the needs of each student in the program. Accommodations include
constructive feedback
but are not limited to additional time to complete tests and in-class
and effective methods
assignments, using a computer for tests or to take notes, oral testing,
and tools to assist my
having a “note buddy,” and preferential seating in each class. Students who have testing accommodations will take their tests in the Sacred Heart Testing Center.
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The information
both in the Visitation and Dominican traditions, the Sacred Heart Program
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daughter in improving her self-esteem, executive functioning and grades.” - Teresa, parent
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THE SACRED HEART PROGRAM PROGRAM DESCRIPTION | This is a four-year program that addresses the individual needs of everyone in program. Most students will have one class period every other day called the Sacred Heart Seminar. During this session students will report to the learning support center to meet with program staff for individual and/or small group instruction. Sacred Heart Program staff will construct weekly lesson plans for each student, addressing her individual needs. The focus of this class time will be individualized to each student and will include working on improving academic skills, remediation, and assistance with class work, study skills, time management, organizational skills, and test-taking strategies. Students who are diagnosed with a learning disability or ADHD during their high school years may apply for the Sacred Heart Program. Students requiring less support are still able to take advantage of the Sacred Heart Program through weekly coach sessions and individualized plans. In addition to Sacred Heart Seminar classes, the program offers resources to students and parents through quarterly group meetings and individual meetings, as needed.
CONTACT Director of Academic Services Mary Jo Puglisi {mjpuglisi@mountdesales.org}
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TECHNOLOGY a
training and development. In addition,
Windows-based ONE-TO-ONE PROGRAM
during the school day our technology staff
in the 2015-2016 school year. Mount de
and media center with help desk is available.
Mount
de
Sales
Academy
launched
Sales’ approach to technology adheres to our philosophy that “traditional disciplines
All teachers are trained to use Lanschool,
are enhanced by those practices which
which is a classroom management software.
are most effective in modern methods
Teachers can view student activity in real
of teaching.” The Technology Integration
time, comment on a student’s work or share
Program is designed to enhance the Mount
student screens with the class. Lanschool’s
de Sales curriculum while still maintaining
other interactive abilities include voting/
its authenticity by supporting academic
surveying, file collection and sharing, chat
excellence, moral responsibility, and ethical
capabilities, and testing.
formation. Incoming families are required to buy their Student instruction and support focus on
own device based on the school’s criteria.
ethical, responsible and reasonable use of
However, there are no technology fees in
technology.
addition to tuition. Students will have full
orientations,
Students and
attend
throughout
technology the
year
students and faculty are offered continued
access to Microsoft Office Suite and Office 365 online at no charge.
TECHNOLOGY STAFF • Network Administrator • Technical Support Specialist • Educational Technology Director • Educational Technology Assistant
Students can visit the Technical Support Specialist for in-school tech support.
SHARING SUCCESS | In April 2016, Math Department Chair Lindsey Murphy and Network Administrator Matas Webb spoke at the Maryland Education Enterprise Consortium’s annual Member Conference & Vendor Showcase. Their presentation, Microsoft in Education, showcased how Microsoft tools have improved the quality of learning experience, communication and collaboration at MDSA.
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THE CAMPUS
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1852 MAIN BUILDING | Students boarded
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at Mount de Sales until 1934. The Chapel remains at the heart of the building and is always open to the girls. Preservation and restoration maintain the historic nature of the school while still meeting the needs of today’s student.
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DOMINICAN DRIVE | The Blessed Mother Grotto and Gazebo enhance the beauty of our campus.
PERFORMING ARTS BUILDING | Future Site: Capital Campaign-Phase III
CONVENT & CHAPEL | The Dominican
Sisters live on campus in the convent, which houses its own private chapel.
CONSTANCE & SAMUEL PISTORIO SPORTS COMPLEX | The Gym is used for
athletic competition and practice as well as P.E. classes, assemblies, spirit events and other gatherings.
REGINA KEENAN KNOTT ALUMNAE HALL |
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Alumnae Hall once served as the Infirmary. Renovated in 2001, it holds offices and a board room, where our Board of Trustees and Alumnae Association both meet.
THE GATE HOUSE | The Gate House has served numerous purposes since its construction in the 1850s. It is one of the most historic buildings on campus. ARTIFICIAL TURF FIELD & STADIUM SEATING COMPLEX | Completed in 2013,
this field will be used by all students through P.E. classes, school activities, and Sailor Athletics.
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ATHLETICS ATHLETICS are an extension of the educational mission in which they serve as a function of and complement to the academic institution. Athletics provide a unique opportunity to nurture respect for our athletes, opponents, fans, and coaches on the athletic field as a means of imitating Christ in our day-to-day lives through:
ENCOURAGING
STRESSING THE
PROMOTING SCHOOL
TEAMWORK AS AN
VALUES OF
SPIRIT AS A WAY TO
IMPORTANT PART OF EACH
FAIR PLAY
DEVELOP A SENSE OF
STUDENT’S GROWTH
AND GOOD
PRIDE IN THE INSTITUTION
TOWARD MATURITY.
SPORTSMANSHIP.
AND COMMUNITY.
• MDSA is a charter member of the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland (IAAM), one of the top high school athletic conferences in the state. • 25 Sailors were named to IAAM All-Conference teams in 2015-2016 (8 of them twice!) • 6 members of the Class of 2016 will play sports at Division I & II colleges and universities. • 50 percent of Mount de Sales Academy students participate in the athletic program.
RECENT CHAMPIONS
SPORTS
SOFTBALL: 2013 IAAM A Conference Champions
Basketball (JV & V)
Outdoor Track & Field (V)
TENNIS: 2012 & 2013 IAAM B Conference Champions
Cheerleading (V)
Soccer (JV & V)
Cross Country (V)
Softball (JV & V)
Field Hockey (JV & V)
Swimming (V)
Golf (V)
Tennis (JV & V)
Indoor Track (JV & V)
Volleyball (JV & V)
FIELD HOCKEY: 2013 IAAM B Conference Champions GOLF: 2015 IAAM B Conference Champions VOLLEYBALL: 2015 IAAM A Conference Champions CHEERLEADING: 2016 Battle at the Capitol National Champions
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Lacrosse (JV & V)
Watch the SAILORS play {mountdesalesacademy.org/athletics}
Athletics fosters team spirit, pride in the individual, dedication and exemplary sportsmanship.
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FINE ARTS Mount de Sales Academy’s fine arts courses offer instruction in visual art, theatre, dance, choral music, instrumental music and integrated technology. The fine arts faculty brings real-world experience and passion to their classes. They encourage their students to identify and refine their talents, whether a girl is trying something for the first time or has prior experience.
MUSIC Vocal and instrumental classes encourage a love of music while strengthening performance skills, musicality and technique in beginners and seasoned musicians alike. The ensembles perform on campus at Christmas and spring concerts and share their talents at additional opportunities in the community. Each year music students travel out of state for competition and adjudication. In 2015-2016, MDSA’s Chorus, Concert Choir and Orchestra traveled to Williamsburg, Virginia to participate in a competition hosted by Music in the Parks, a festival for student choral, orchestral, and band ensembles held annually across the United States. Music students can also choose to play in the pit band for the annual musical and perform at the annual Coffee House.
DANCE Dance students at Mount de Sales acquire technique skills, develop artistry and create dance using current trends in composition. As ambassadors for Mount de Sales, dance students share their talents at various school events. Dance program alumnae have studied at prestigious college dance programs, such as University of the Arts and Towson University, as well joined internationally renowned dance companies.
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THEATRE ARTS The drama classes provide opportunities to develop both performance technique and technical skills. The curriculum promotes self-awareness and confidence and the of use careful analysis of cultural and historical contexts for expressive choices. Students learn to work independently and collaboratively in a creative atmosphere and are given the opportunity to showcase what they have learned in class at the Fine Arts Assembly, annual Coffee House, and student-directed One-Act plays. The winter musical production provides an opportunity for all MDSA students to perform onstage, in the pit, or work on crew. Rehearsals are held after school and the performance takes place at Mt. St. Joseph’s auditorium. This show is part of the Cappies (critics and awards) program. The Drama Club sponsors a Cappies team. This national student critic program requires members to attend and review a minimum of four shows from 20 area high schools. Performers are eligible to attend, perform at, and receive awards at the Cappies annual gala night at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore.
VISUAL ARTS Every visual arts student begins her studies by taking Line and Color to learn the four components of art education: production, criticism, history and aesthetics. Students can continue their studies to build an impressive portfolio, and senior art students display their work at the Senior Art Show each spring. Throughout the year the Fine Arts Department rotates displays of visual artwork in our newly renovated Gallery Hallway. Mount de Sales Academy graduates attend some of the nation’s most outstanding art institutions such as Rhode Island School of Design, Pratt University, Maryland Institute College of Art, Savannah College of Art and Design, and Drexel University.
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SERVICE
Charity is the GREATEST OF ALL VIRTUES, and we encourage every member of the Mount de Sales Academy community to give of herself in order to draw closer to the heart of Christ. While all students are required to earn service hours in their religion classes, Sailors far exceed their quotas. The Campus Ministry Office gives students the opportunity to serve others inside the MDSA community, the surrounding region, and beyond our borders through a variety of service projects. Our students serve populations including the homeless, the elderly, the unborn, the poor, members of the U.S. military and those with disabilities. •
SAILORS FOR SOLDIERS 5K
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SODALITY
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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
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CRISIS PREGNANCY CENTER
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MARCH FOR LIFE
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CHRISTMAS FAMILY ADOPTION
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TOILETRIES FOR TARA
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BAGGED LUNCHES FOR THE HOMELESS
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ARCHDIOCESAN EVENTS
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40 DAYS FOR LIFE
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CANNED FOOD DRIVES
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IPRAY EVENTS
SUMMER SERVICE CAMP THROUGH OLPH
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MDSA SLEEP-OUT
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MDSA representatives rallied in front of the Supreme Court building to support the Little Sisters of the Poor
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18,000 hours of Christian service performed
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UNDERWATER ROBOTICS MDSA's S.T.E.M. class sent teams and their student-built robots to the Maryland Regional SeaPerch Challenge at the U.S. Naval Academy and the SeaPerch National Challenge at Louisiana State University. The SeaPerch Program, designed by MIT, is a collaborative effort between the Office of Naval Research and the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
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CLUBS & HONOR SOCIETIES A.C.E. (ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION, ENGINEERING)
Students join CLUBS to have fun, make friends,
ACADEMY CLUB
pursue a passion and even explore potential career
ACADEMY PLAYERS & CAPPIES CLUB
paths. By applying what they learn in the classroom
ATHLETICS
to club projects, they gain experience that translates
BOOK CLUB
beyond high school into active participation in
CAMPUS MINISTRY
collegiate or professional activities.
CHESS CLUB CULINARY ARTS CLUB CYBER PATRIOT
Clubs
foster
mutual
respect
and
personal
DRAMA PRODUCTIONS CLUB (BOTH MDSA & MSJ)
responsibility in every participant, and leadership
FRENCH CLUB
appears in many forms. In fact, many clubs at Mount
GLOBAL OUTREACH CLUB
de Sales Academy are student-founded.
IMAGES IT’S ACADEMIC LATIN CLUB MOCK TRIAL NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL DANCE HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY
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students in 2015-2016 were inducted into Sodality, MDSA’s oldest club, which is devoted to the Blessed Mother
Support the Troops Club raised
$1,200 for Fisher House Foundation at the first-ever Cupcake Wars
NATIONAL FRENCH HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL HISTORY CLUB NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL LATIN HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL MATH HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL SCIENCE HONOR SOCIETY NATIONAL SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY PHOTO & DESIGN CLUB SODALITY SPANISH CLUB STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPORT THE TROOPS CLUB TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY YEARBOOK
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SCHOLARSHIPS FROM MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY FATHER DUERR SCHOLARSHIP
ST. CECILIA MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: Half-tuition or
AMOUNT: $1,000/year
quarter-tuition/year
RENEWABLE: Each year if academic
RENEWABLE: Each year if academic
requirements are met
requirements are met
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: Audition.
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: No
See the MDSA website for details.
These scholarships are awarded solely based
St. Cecilia Music scholarships are awarded
on High School Placement Test scores. All
to students for excellence in vocal and/or
applicants are automatically considered.
instrumental music.
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOLARSHIP
FRA ANGELICO ART SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: $1,000/year
AMOUNT: $1,000/year
RENEWABLE: Each year if academic
RENEWABLE: Each year if academic
requirements are met
requirements are met
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: No
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: Portfolio.
These scholarships are awarded solely based
See the MDSA website for details.
on High School Placement Test scores. All
Fra Angelico Art scholarships are awarded
applicants are automatically considered.
to students for visual art.
GOLDEN COUNSEL SCHOLARSHIP
ST. MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: $625/year
AMOUNT: $1,500/year
RENEWABLE: Each year if academic
RENEWABLE: Each year if academic
requirements are met
requirements are met
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: No
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: Essay. See
These scholarships are awarded to students
the MDSA website for details.
who exhibit high achievement.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be of Hispanic ethnicity. Three St. Martin de Porres scholarships are awarded to students based on their essay submissions.
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SCHOLARSHIPS FROM INDEPENDENT SOURCES SEMPER FI SCHOLARSHIP
GUARDIANS OF LIFE SCHOLARSHIP
AMOUNT: Allocated by selection committee
AMOUNT: $2,500
RENEWABLE: Possibly. Annual application
RENEWABLE: Each year if requirements
required
are met.
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: Application,
EXTRA APPLICATION NEEDED: Essay
parent essay, student essay, parish and
and letters of recommendation. (It is
pastor documentation, and completion of
recommended that one letter be written by
FACTS application. See the MDSA website
a priest or religious sister). See the MDSA
for details.
website for details.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants must
must be practicing Catholics who meet
be Catholic.
requirements listed on the scholarship
The Guardians of Life Scholarship is
application. Students grades 9-12 may apply for a Semper Fi Scholarship.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP
awarded to a student whose essay portrays an understanding of the dignity of life. She is passionate about protecting the unborn and helping young women in need. She
The Maryland State Council posts
must also be willing to be a voice for the
scholarship opportunities on their website:
voiceless among her peers.
kofc-md.org. Check with your parish or local council for other opportunities
MARLATT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
through the Knights.
Some Colleen and Erin Marlatt scholarships
KNOTT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
are awarded to students who attend a Catholic high school and are children of
The Knott Scholarship Fund awards four-
Catholic school teachers and administrators.
year, full tuition scholarships to honor
Please visit colleenanderin.org for the
Catholic students who excel in academics.
requirements and application.
To apply, students MUST meet ALL criteria found on knottscholar.info/secondaryscholarships.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION TUITION | Tuition for the 2016-2017 academic year is $13,600. A non-refundable deposit of $350 (included in tuition) is due in the spring in order to secure enrollment
APPLICATION | The application fee is $50. ELECTRONIC DEVICES | Families are responsible for purchasing a devices such as
for the following school year.
tablets that meet MDSA requirements.
SACRED HEART | The 2016-2017 cost of
UNIFORMS | Uniforms are purchased
the Sacred Heart Program is divided by phase: $3,000 for Seminar; $1,000 for Coach
from DENNIS Uniform. Families may order online, at the DENNIS stores, or at Uniform
Sessions; and $300 for Monitoring Sessions.
Measurement day.
BOOKS AND FEES BILL | Includes $175
BUS SERVICE | MDSA has partnered with
textbook rental fee plus miraculous medal, locker lock, agenda, media and retreat fees
Mount St. Joseph High School to arrange transportation for students. Spaces on bus
as applicable per grade.
routes will be made available after Mount
CONSUMABLE BOOKS | Families are
Parents must contract directly with Mount
responsible for separately purchasing these
St. Joseph for this service.
items through an online provider.
St. Joseph has fulfilled their student needs.
CARPOOLS | Mount de Sales Academy
ATHLETICS | The $150 athletic fee is billed
helps families coordinate carpools by
per sport, per student-athlete.
providing contact information upon request.
TUITION ASSISTANCE | The Board of Trustees and Administration of Mount de Sales Academy are committed to keeping Catholic education as affordable as possible. Limited grants are available to students in financial need. Families wishing to be considered for tuition assistance must annually submit an application to the Business Office through the FACTS tuition aid system. Please visit mountdesales.org/admissions/financial for additional information. Families are encouraged to check with their parishes regarding the possibility of limited tuition assistance for Catholic students attending Catholic schools. Thomas Walter, Business Manager | 410.744.8498 ext. 110 | twalter@mountdesales.org
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View HELPFUL LINKS to FACTS and more {mountdesalesacademy.org/admissions/financial}
ADMISSIONS SHADOW DAYS | Complete the request form online and the Admissions Office will confirm a date. Eighth-graders should schedule days between SEPTEMBER and DECEMBER.
HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST (HSPT) | All eighth-grade applicants are required to take the HSPT. Mount de Sales will administer the test on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2016. $40 fee. Online registration preferred. See archbalt.org for all dates and locations. Those requiring accommodations at MDSA must submit documentation to Mary Jo Puglisi by mid-November.
APPLICATION PROCESS | All applications are due DECEMBER 14, 2016. The Admissions Committee will only review complete applicant files. The following are required to complete an applicant file: • APPLICATION • $50 FEE • REPORT CARDS, STANDARDIZED TEST/ASSESSMENT SCORES AND ATTENDANCE RECORDS FROM SIXTH, SEVENTH AND EIGHTH GRADE THUS FAR • HSPT SCORE • TWO TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORMS (or principal recommendation for Catholic schools) • INTERVIEW WITH STUDENT AND AT LEAST ONE PARENT/GUARDIAN. ALL APPLICANTS INTERVIEW.
See the website for details. Application confirmations will be sent. Please contact Admissions if you do not receive confirmation of application submission. TRANSFER APPLICATIONS are considered on a rolling basis for 10th and 11th grade. See the website for transfer application process.
SACRED HEART PROGRAM | Applicants must indicate on their applications that they are applying to the Sacred Heart Program. Documentation of a learning disability/ADHD and accompanying paperwork are required for consideration and must be submitted directly to DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC SERVICES MARY JO PUGLISI (410.744.8498 ext. 267 or mjpuglisi@ mountdesales.org).
Begin the APPLICATION PROCESS {mountdesalesacademy.org/admissions/admissions-information}
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NOTES
Sailors and their families worship at
95 different churches
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Our students are graduates of
63 different schools
EVENTS OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2016 | NOON-3 P.M. All interested families are invited. Pre-register online or walk in. Refreshments will be provided.
A MORNING AT MOUNT DE SALES for Eighth-Grade Parents THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2016 | 8:30-11:30 A.M. Parents in/entering the application process will learn more about MDSA from administration and staff, followed by student-led tours. Required online RSVP information will be posted to the website’s Admissions Events page.
MDSA INFORMATION SESSION DURING HSPT SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2016 | 9:30-10:30 A.M. Parents may attend this informal session while their daughters take the HSPT. No registration is required. Refreshments will be provided.
A MORNING AT MOUNT DE SALES for Sixth- and Seventh-Graders and their Parents TUESDAY, APRIL 4, 2017 | 8:30-11:30 A.M. While girls participate in activities with Sailor students, Principal Sr. Mary Thomas, O.P. will offer a talk for parents. All guests will be offered an MDSA overview, Q&A, and student-led tour. Refreshments will be provided. Required online RSVP information will be posted to the website’s Admissions Events page.
ADMISSIONS POLICY Mount de Sales Academy for Girls does not discriminate on the basis of race, color or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policy, athletic or other school administered programs. All acceptances are conditional upon the successful completion of eighth grade. As a condition of acceptance, students may be required to attend and satisfactorily complete remedial summer math and/or reading programs prior to admission. All decisions regarding the acceptance of a student into Mount de Sales Academy are done with the highest emphasis placed on what is in the best interest of the individual girl.
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MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY EMILY KO ’07
700 Academy Road
ROBYN LEVY ’06
Director of Admissions
Catonsville, MD 21228
Asst. Director of Admissions
eko@mountdesales.org
www.mountdesales.org
rlevy@mountdesales.org
410.744.8498 ext. 270
fax: 410.747.5105
410.744.8498 ext. 276