Magnificat Guidebook for Incoming Freshman Families

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Magnificat High School, a Catholic girls’ college preparatory high school founded and sponsored by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, calls young women to live Mary’s Magnificat in the world.

Mission We educate young women holistically to learn, lead and serve in the spirit of Mary’s Magnificat.

A Note from the President In an ever-changing world, Magnificat attends to the holistic development of each of our young women. Our expansive curricular and co-curricular programs prepare each girl for success in college and life. Our educational environment promotes academic excellence and a love of learning. Our Mission contours the entire experience for our young women in a context of values and faith formation that permeates their holistic education.

This Mission has touched innumerable families throughout the 62 years of our heritage. The families of our 12,000 alumnae reflect the prophetic promise of Mary’s Magnificat: “All generations will call me blessed.” The ongoing support of so many alumnae is a rich blessing for Magnificat.

With the initiative and support of our Board of Directors, plans are underway that will enhance our physical spaces in ways that will forward our academic and co-curricular programs to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving world. Our dedicated faculty and staff involve our students in dynamic learning experiences that call forth their gifts and talents, spark their imaginations, build their confidence and hone their skills for life-long learning.

Magnificat is truly a community of effective caring for each student in an environment that bespeaks the heart of the school name and prayer, the Magnificat. In the tradition of all generations, joy and praise flow from the grateful hearts and courageous spirits of our students and everyone in the Magnificat community.

In the spirit of Mary’s Magnificat, MOIRA CLARK ’77 President

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THE MAGNIFICAT ADVANTAGE l l i w r e t h g u a d r u o y s y a w e h t w o n k u o y Do ? n o i t a c u d e r e d n e g e l g in s a m o r f t i f e ben 43

Young women who attend single-gender schools tend to outscore their coeducational counterparts on the SAT exam by up to 43 points.

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Compared to their coed peers, girls’ school graduates are 3 times more likely to consider engineering careers.

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More than 80% of girls’ school graduates consider their academic performances highly successful.

Nearly ¾ of girls’ school graduates consider college a stepping stone to graduate school.

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Simply put, girls’ schools uniquely empower young women to succeed in life.

The ability for these young women to establish their optimal individual style of learning, in conjunction with excellent academic preparation, provides them with a strong foundation for post-secondary education and beyond.

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Research conducted by Linda J. Sax, Ph.D., UCLA, Principal Investigator, as outlined in “Women Graduates of Single-Sex and Coeducational High Schools: Differences in their Characteristics and the Transition to College

Research shows that young women achieve a higher level of academic success in an all-girls’ educational setting.

s n o i t a t c e p x e r u o , l o o h c S h ig H t a c i if n g a At M are high.

As a nationally respected, academically renowned girls’ school, we take our students from where they are to where they want to be. Our commitment to innovation, experiential learning and community-based learning, is what sets us apart.

Just ask one of our 12,000+ alumnae.

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100% students

accepted into college programs

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World Languages: French, Spanish, Arabic & Chinese

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Arduino Boards

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AP and Honors Classes

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12:1 Ratio

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Athletic Teams & Co-curriculars

200

Student Liturgical Ministers

22

Students Per Class

AP

71%

of AP Tests taken scored a 3 or higher

450

Student-Athletesr

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Hoop House & Rain Garden

12,000+

Alumnae

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THE MAGNIFICAT ADVANTAGE s t c a F t s a F Religious Background: Catholic ................................. 91.5% Other Faiths .......................... 8.5% Number of communities students represent ................. 46 Number of parishes students represent ................. 86 Number of schools students represent ............... 110

Faculty/Staff Information: H.M. Sisters ................................... 1 Total Faculty/Staff ................ 107 Coaches ..................................... 30 Alumnae on Staff.......................23

Education: Ph.D. ............................................... 5 MA or MS ..................................... 43 BA or BS....................................... 63

Magnificat Alumnae Information: • 12,000+ Magnificat Alumnae • 22% of the Class of 2021 are daughters of Magnificat Alumnae

Accreditation (OCSAA) Ohio Catholic Schools Accrediting Association

National Recognition

Recipient of the National Exemplary Private School Award

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ARE YOU A BLUE STREAK? Start your day learning a new language, followed by a lesson on the aerodynamics of a race car traveling on a track.

All of this happens before you meet your friends for lunch. No one day at Magnificat is like the day before. Magnificat offers an individualized learning environment for each and every student. ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?

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Athletics Co-curriculars, Service Counseling Services Academics

Athletics Athletic Website: www.magnificatbluestreaks.org | Twitter: @MagsHSAthletics | Instagram: magshsathletics

We strive to win, knowing that regardless of the outcome, the school supports and appreciates the contributions and dedication of our student-athletes.

Varsity Sports offered: Fall | Crew/Rowing, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball Winter | Basketball, Bowling, Gymnastics, Indoor Track & Field, Swimming & Diving Spring | Crew/Rowing, Lacrosse, Softball, Outdoor Track & Field

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Co-curriculars

Over 40 co-curricular activities offer an expanded opportunity for enrichment and self-expression to round out the student’s high school experience. Cocurriculars include: Ambassadors Club, Animal Lovers Club, Business Club, Dance Team, Model United Nations, Outreach, Students in Medicine, Theater, Yearbook and more.

Service

Campus Ministry By supporting students in their holistic growth and by engaging them in learning, leadership and service, Campus Ministry offers students opportunities to grow in their faith and respond to the call to live Mary’s Magnificat in the world.

The Campus Ministry program offers: • Weekly service programs after school, including tutoring programs at Catholic grade schools and a ministry of companionship at a local nursing home • Participation in Magnificat’s liturgical life as altar servers, environmental ministers, hospitality ministers, lectors, liturgical planners, music ministers and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion • Retreats in various formats, including Kairos, Art, Nature, Service and Wellness, through which students explore and deepen their relationship with God, others and self

Leaders in Social Justice In 2012, Magnificat was proud to become the fourth high school in the country to earn designation as a Fair Trade High School, which connotes a commitment to the Catholic Social Teaching that promotes the dignity of work and the rights of workers.

Our school proudly partners with Facing History and Ourselves as a member of the​​Northeast Ohio Schools Network​and in 2016 was designated a member of the Innovative School Network. Magnificat is one of​​​the original ten schools in the Cleveland area to​​be invited to participate in this h ​ ighly regarded program​, which aims to transform school culture and climate through curriculum development​​and school-wide programming. Students are engaged in interdisciplinary content that ​promotes ethical awareness and responsible citizenship​, ​while gaining critical thinking skills, empathy and the belief that they can make a difference.​

• Experiences and outreach projects to identify and explore social justice issues and serve the needs of others in our school, local community and larger world with the aim of building a world of peace and justice

Summer Immersion Retreats

Juniors are invited to apply to participate in a Summer Immersion Retreat. This summer, Magnificat students traveled to Ecuador, Cleveland and the U.S./Mexico border.

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Counseling Services

Magnificat has five full-time, licensed school and college counselors as well as a full-time school psychologist.

Students work with these professionals weekly beginning their freshman year.

The Counseling Department uses a curriculum based on the American School Counseling Association’s three

domains: academic, personal/social, and college/career. This comprehensive program allows counselors to serve students holistically. As part of the academic domain, students also receive test-taking strategies for the SAT and ACT. College planning is further customized through Naviance, an internet-based tool used to identify students’ strengths, anticipated majors and career paths, and prospective colleges. The unique relationship that exists between Magnificat’s counselors and students culminates in a smooth transition from high school to college.

Advisory

Academic Success Center

Advisory is a scheduled time during the school day

Our comprehensive Academic Success Center

where an adult and a small group of students have the

ensures that all admissable students, regardless of

opportunity to interact and connect on an interpersonal

their academic needs, are able to reach their fullest

level.

potential.

Research indicates that students who experience strong,

The specialists include:

caring relationships in the school environment are more successful in learning.

• Intervention Specialists—work exclusively with students who have Academic Plans • Math Specialists

• For the 2017-2018 school year, our day begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 3:05 p.m. with Advisory

• Reading Specialists

at 10:48 a.m.

• School Psychologist—through testing, identifies students who would benefit from having Academic

• Advisories are comprised of 12-15 students

Plans

and up to two members of the faculty/staff.

• Three college counselors and two school

• These small Advisory groups meet three times

counselors—provide comprehensive support

a week to connect on all facets of student life.

to all students.

Magnificat Students vs. National Average Magnificat

National (2016)

610

495

570

511

English

26.6

20.6

Math

24.0

21.3

Reading

26.6

20.8

Science

24.9

20.8

Composite

25.1

20.8

2017 SAT

National Merit Scholarship Program: 2012-2017: 8 Finalists 27 Commended Scholars

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Evidence Based Reading and Writing

Math

2017 ACT

Academics

Graduation Requirements: 25 credits Theology.......................................................4 credits English............................................................4 credits Mathematics..............................................4 credits Science..........................................................3 credits Social Studies.............................................3 credits World Languages......................................2 credits Performing or Visual Arts........................1 credit Health/Phys. Ed............................................ 1 credit Communication Technology................. 1⁄2 credit Global Communication & Research... 1⁄2 credit Electives.................................................... 2 1⁄2 credits Service...................................................................... NC Senior Genesis....................................................... NC

Genesis Genesis is an individually designed learning experience and graduation requirement. Students conduct an in-depth pursuit of a specific career exploration or service opportunity of their choice, with the guidance of mentors from the greater community and/or peer collaboration. This program involves students in project-based learning, enabling them to practice skills for lifelong learning within the context of the real world.

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Year

Theology

Freshman

Freshman Theology

Sophomore

Sophomore Theology Sophomore Service

Junior

Life in Jesus Christ Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ in Society

Senior

Sacraments as Privileged Encounters with Jesus Christ Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues

Business & Info.

Technology

English

Health & Phys. Education

Mathematics

English 9 English 9 (H) Global Communications & Research

Personal Wellness and Healthy Living

Algebra 1 Geometry Geometry (H)

English 10 English 10 (H) Latin for College Preparation

Lifetime Fitness Dance 1, 2

Geometry Geometry (H) Transitional Algebra Algebra 2 Algebra 2 (H) Precalculus/ Trigonometry (H)

Entrepreneurship Accounting Fundamentals with Personal Finance Connections

English 11 English 11 (H) Fantasy & Science Fiction core option Mystery & Suspense core option Advanced Writing 1 Advanced Writing 2 Oral Communications Literature & Film Latin for College Preparation

Lifetime Fitness Dance 1, 2

Transitional Algebra Algebra 2 Algebra 2 (H) Mathematical Modeling & Personal Finance Precalculus/ Trigonometry Precalculus/ Trigonometry (H) Statistics (AP)

Entrepreneurship Accounting Fundamentals with Personal Finance

Lifetime Fitness English 12 Dance 1, 2 Plays & Playwrights core option Women & Literature core option Literature & Composition (AP) Advanced Writing 1 Advanced Writing 2 Oral Communications Literature & Film Latin for College Preparation

Algebra 2 Mathematical Modeling & Personal Finance Precalculus/ Trigonometry Precalculus/ Trigonometry (H) Calculus Calculus AB (AP) Calculus BC (AP) Statistics (AP)

Communication Technology

Honors and Advanced Placement: All courses in the academic area are college preparatory. In addition, Magnificat offers the following 29 Honors and Advanced Placement courses.

HONORS: English 9, 10, 11; Arabic 3, 4; Chinese 3, 4; Algebra II; Geometry; Precalculus; Adv. Chem/Human/ Anatomy & Physiology; Biology; Chemistry; Physics 12

AP: Art History; Studio Art; Literature & Composition; Calculus AB; Calculus BC; Statistics; French; Spanish; Biology; Chemistry; Physics C; Macroeconomics; U.S. History; World History; U.S. Government

• 56% of our students take Honors courses.

• 42% of the students who can take AP do so.

• 80% of the AP Students took AP Tests.

• 352 AP tests were taken.

• 71% of the tests taken scored a 3 or higher.

2017-2018 CURRICULUM Performing Arts Class Piano Concert Choir Drama and Musical Theater

Science

Social Studies

Biology Biology (H)

World Languages

Visual Arts Freshman Studio Art 1

Spanish 1, 2 French 1, 2 Chinese 1, 2 Arabic 1, 2

Class Piano Concert Choir Dance 1, 2 Drama 1, 2

Chemistry Chemistry (H) Environmental Science

World History World History (AP) Human Geography

Clayworks 1 Graphic Design 1, 2 Photography 1, 2 Studio Art 1, 2, 3

Spanish 2, 3 French 2, 3 Chinese 2, 3 (H) Arabic 2, 3 (H)

Class Piano Chorale Concert Choir Dance 1, 2 Choreography Drama 1,2 Theatre Tech

Chemistry, Chemistry (H) Environmental Science Advanced Chemistry/ Human Anatomy & Physiology (H) Chemistry (AP) Biology (AP) Physics, Physics (H) Physics C (AP) Project Based Coding & Computer Applications Project Based STEM Applications

Economics Macroeconomics (AP) U.S. Government U.S. Government and Politics (AP) Psychology Sociology Human Geography Comparative Government

Art History (AP) Clayworks 1, 2 Graphic Design 1, 2 Metals/Jewelry 1, 2 Photography 1, 2, 3 Studio Art 1, 2, 3 Studio Art (AP)

Spanish 3, 4 Spanish Language & Culture (AP) French 3, 4 French Language & Culture (AP) Chinese 3 (H), 4 (H) Arabic 3 (H), 4 (H)

Class Piano Chorale Concert Choir Dance 1, 2 Choreography Drama 1, 2 Theatre Tech

Chemistry, Chemistry (H) Environmental Science Advanced Chemistry/ Human Anatomy & Physiology (H) Chemistry (AP) Biology (AP) Physics, Physics (H) Physics C (AP) Project Based Coding & Computer Applications Project Based STEM Applications

U.S. History U.S. History (AP) Psychology Sociology Human Geography Comparative Government

Art History (AP) Clayworks 1, 2 Graphic Design 1, 2 Metals/Jewelry 1, 2 Photography 1, 2, 3 Studio Art 1, 2, 3 Studio Art (AP)

Spanish 4 Spanish Language & Culture (AP) French 4 French Language & Culture (AP) Arabic 4 (H) Chinese 4 (H)

Grading:

The purpose of grade reporting is to communicate with parents and students about the mastery of specific learning goals. Grades reflect how well students are progressing toward established learning goals in each course, areas of outstanding performance and areas for potential growth.

Grades are issued at the end of each semester, in January and June, and serve as a point of reflection and dialogue for students and parents.

Grade

Description

Range

Regular

A Exemplary 92–100 B+

89–91 B Commendable 83–88 C+

80–82 C Competent 74–79 D+

71–73 D Passing 65–70 F Failing < 65

Honors

AP

4.0 4.5 5.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

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How to Apply Tuition and Affordability Scholarship Programs

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How to Apply

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Visit Magnificat

Eighth Grade Visitation (Shadowing)

Regular school days September 18 through December 4. Visitation continues into 2018 by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Spend a day with a freshman or sophomore student and experience a typical day at Magnificat.

A reservation must be made three days in advance of your visit. To schedule your day, go to www.magnificaths.org/admissions. If you have questions, call the Admissions Office at 440.331.1572.

For a Successful Visit 3 Arrive at 7:45 a.m. Enter the Main Entrance off Hilliard Boulevard. Magnificat Admission staff and students will greet you upon your arrival.

3 Wear your uniform, khakis, dress pants, a skirt or a dress. (No jeans or sweats, please.)

3 Bring a book to read or some homework.

3 Lunch is on us! Magnificat provides visiting students with a lunch pass to the Marian Commons (cafeteria), but feel free to bring money for snacks or the bookstore.

3 Classes run from 8 a.m.–3:05 p.m.

Open House Fall: Sunday, October 1, 2017, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Spring: Tuesday, April 17, 2018, Time TBA

This is a tremendous opportunity to tour our campus, experience our classrooms, meet our teachers and students, and enjoy student performances.

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Take the Magnificat Scholarship/Placement Exam & Parent Information Session

Scholarship/Placement Exams are administered in the fall. Students must test in October to be considered for a scholarship. Students need to bring two No. 2 pencils and a $20 test fee. Dress comfortably.

Scholarship/Placement Exam Dates *Saturday, October 14, 2017, 8:30 a.m.–Noon Pre-approved accommodations are available (see website for form).

Thursday, October 26, 2017, 4:30–8 p.m.

Placement Exam Dates *Saturday, November 11, 2017, 8:30 a.m.– Noon Pre-approved accommodations are available (see website for form).

Thursday, January 4, 2018, 4:30–8 p.m. *If your daughter requires accommodations, she must apply at least one week before the test date.

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Seventh Grade Visitation We offer seventh grade girls the opportunity to visit in the spring.

April 12, 19 and 26, 2018 Please contact the Admission Office this coming March to register: 440.331.1572.

Remember to check with your school about its policy on high school visits.

Upcoming Events Fall Open House October 1, 2017

Fall Musical Talkback, Cats November 16, 2017 Magnifizoo March 24, 2018 Spring Open House April 17, 2018 Spring Play, Diary of Anne Frank April 2018

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Apply to Magnificat Students who attend a Catholic grade school will receive a diocesan application from their school in mid-January. If Magnificat is student’s first choice, their grade school will forward their application, academic records and teacher recommendations.

Public or private, non-Catholic school students can find an application for admission on the our website, www.magnificaths.org. The application, along with academic records from 6th, 7th and first semester 8th grade, standardized test scores and teacher recommendations, need to be received by Magnificat on or before January 31, 2018. All letters of acceptance will be mailed by mid-February 2018.

• Registration for the Class of 2022 is Saturday, March 10, 2018.

• If you are considering a transfer to Magnificat from another high school, please call the Admission Office at 440.331.1572 or go online to receive more information.

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Tuition and Affordability 2017-2018 Tuition: $14,900 Tuition is payable annually, due July 1. A $100 discount is given if paid in full by check or money order.

Families may also enroll in the SMART Tuition Management Plan and divide their payments semi-annually, quarterly or over 10 months from July–April. There is no fee to enroll in SMART.

Tuition Assistance: Financial Aid Grants and Scholarships Affordability

Magnificat is dedicated to serving a student body that is economically and socially diverse. As a result of the Endowment Fund and the generosity of the Alumnae Association, the Fathers’ Club, the Mothers’ Club, numerous benefactors and the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, financial aid grants and scholarships are available. The school provided over $2.2 million in tuition assistance for the current school year.

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Qualifying for Assistance

Families should not hesitate to apply for assistance. All applications are confidential and are evaluated with attention given to a variety of factors, including family assets and family size.

Additional consideration is given to families with a number of children at tuition-charging institutions (including day care, elementary and high schools, and colleges).

For parents of eighth grade students:

Tuition Assistance Procedures

Families requesting a financial aid grant and/ or applying for a Named Endowed Scholarship must fill out a FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment application. FACTS, an independent organization, analyzes each familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to pay. The analysis is then sent to Magnificat. The amount of assistance is determined by Magnificat (not FACTS) based on family need and available resources. To help families plan accordingly, Magnificat offers parents an estimate of financial aid and scholarships in January. FACTS applications must be submitted each year to maintain a financial aid grant.

u Early October FACTS applications available in Admissions Office and online u November 8 FACTS application deadline u November 20 Academic, Named Endowed, Magnificat Alumnae and Marian Scholarships deadline u Before January 5 Notification of grant/scholarship estimate For questions regarding FACTS, please contact: Halle Emser, Account Representative, 866.441.4637 | Info@factsmgt.com

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Scholarships Academic Scholarships Magnificat offers merit-based scholarships. Students can qualify to apply and interview for these scholarships simply by taking the Magnificat High School Placement Exam or submitting HSPT scores to us by November 20, 2017. Students with the highest scores on the exam have the opportunity to apply and interview for scholarships. Academic scholarships are annually renewable.

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Magnificat Alumnae Scholarship

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Named Endowed Scholarships

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Two Magnificat Alumnae Scholarships will be awarded each year to the daughters and/ or granddaughters of Magnificat alumnae on the basis of merit, service and leadership.

The scholarships are $2,500 per year and will automatically renew each year, provided the recipients maintain a 3.5 GPA and remain in good disciplinary standing. To be considered for these scholarships, the Magnificat Alumnae Scholarship application, copies of 7th and 8th grade report cards, and a letter of recommendation from an adult who is not a family member, must be received by November 8, 2017. The recipients of these scholarships will be notified in writing by the end of December 2017.

For this current school year, there are 159 endowments which are funding 279 scholarships.

Scholarships are awarded on a number of criteria, including financial need, academic excellence and participation in service and leadership activities. Applicants must complete a FACTS financial aid application (due November 8, 2017) and a separate Named Endowed Scholarship Application (due November 8, 2017).

Marian Scholarships

Magnificat also offers Marian Scholarships to Catholic students currently in eighth grade entering the Class of 2022. Each of the recipients, who represent the most qualified applicants will receive a $2,500 award.

Specific requirements for Marian Scholarship consideration include: • Student must have taken the Magnificat Placement Exam • Student must complete Marian Scholarship Application (due November 8, 2017) • Student must have maintained a 3.0 or higher GPA in 7th and 8th grade • Student must have demonstrated service and leadership activities within her school, parish or community • Student must have recommendation from a 7th or 8th grade teacher (form included in application)

Questions regarding tuition, financial aid and scholarships for the Class of 2022 may be directed either to the Admissions Office at 440-331-1572 or to Mrs. Susan Reighard, Director of Student Accounts, at ext 225.

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Cleveland Scholarship Program Magnificat High School is a school provider for the Cleveland Scholarship Program. All students who reside in Cleveland are eligible to apply. The CSP is funded by the Ohio Department of Education. Scholarship recipients receive $6,000 a year in tuition assistance for the high school of their choice. Applications for the 2018-2019 school year will be available in February 2018. For more information, go to the Ohio Department of Education website.

Ohio EdChoice Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Magnificat is a school provider for these state funded scholarships.

Check with the Ohio Department of Education for specific eligibility requirements.

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MAGNIFICAT HIGH SCHOOL Est. 1955 â&#x20AC;˘ Rocky River, Ohio

Members of the Class of 2017 were accepted to many prestigious colleges. Their merit awards totaled over $19.8 million.

Baylor University Boston College Boston University Carnegie Mellon University Clemson University Cornell University Duke University Georgetown University James Madison University Northwestern University Purdue University

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rice University Texas A&M University, Galveston The Ohio State University Tufts University University of California, Davis University of Michigan University of North Carolina at Wilmington University of Notre Dame University of Virginia Virginia Tech

They built their foundation at Magnificat.

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Magnificat AnimaMea Dominum My soul magnifies the Lord!

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