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Academics

At Marianapolis, the academic curriculum fosters the development of critical and disciplined thinking, precise communication, scientific analysis, creative problem solving, and an understanding of global perspectives. At all grade levels, the curriculum encourages students to think creatively and to articulate ideas effectively.

HABITS OF MIND Students successfully navigate the challenges they encounter in classes by utilizing a series of behaviors called the Habits of Mind.

Cultivating these patterns of behavior leads to a set of valued dispositions that students develop so they are more capable of successfully working at a higher level. The six habits of mind are: Preparation. Participation. Curiosity. Organization. Selfadvocacy. Perseverance.

ACADEMIC RESOURCES ADVISOR The Academic Resource Advisor is available to students with demonstrated learning needs and assists them in navigating and coordinating the academic resources at Marianapolis. The Advisor supports student development of executive functioning skills, including time management, organization, and selfadvocacy. One tool that develops and reinforces these skills is Canvas, our online learning management system. The Academic Resource Advisor is available to meet with students individually, with their advisor, with their parents, or in small groups.

ADVISORY Every year, you will be assigned an advisor who will play many different roles during your time at Marianapolis, including counselor, advocate, communicator, academic coach, disciplinarian, crisis manager, friend, and partner. You will meet with your advisory several times a week and work on topics such as goal setting, study planning, and other areas as needed.

OFFICE HOURS If you are in need of some extra help with an assignment or need to ask some questions before a test, Office Hours occur 5 times per week and will afford you some one-on-one time with your teacher.

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EXAMPLE OF COURSE ELECTIVES: BUSINESS Global Markets, Money, & Trade International Relations Intro to Marketing Microeconomics

PERFORMING ARTS Piano I, II, & III Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced Dance Jazz Band Schola Choir

ENGINEERING Biomedical Science Engineering & Design Modeling for Problem Solving Robotics

HISTORY Modern European History The American Way of War

ENGLISH 21st Century Literature English Capstone Journalism & The Media Creative Writing FINE ARTS Mixed Media Design Digital Photography Foundations of Design & Architecture Intro to Graphic Design

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INFORMATICS Computer Science Principles Programming Application & Design MATHEMATICS Differential & Integral Calculus Multivariable Calculus Statistics

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MODERN LANGUAGES French Spanish Chinese SCIENCE Forensics Human Biology Neuroscience Science of Infectious Disease SOCIAL SCIENCES Legal Studies Global Government & Politics Public Administration Psychology

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Extracurricular Activities

As a Marianapolis student you have a plethora of choices when it comes to extracurricular involvement. Students must participate in two seasons of an activity each year. With multiple skill level options, there is something for everyone.

Whether you are a competitive athlete, are trying something new, or prefer the lights of the stage, you will find something you will love.

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Since freshman year I’ve played on the basketball team and ran for the cross country team. I love being involved in sports as the environment is very competitive and supportive. Marianapolis offers a vast variety of competitive programs which gives everyone an opportunity to get involved. The recruitment support program helps guide you through the process to ensure that your dream of playing at the next level comes true.

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ATHLETIC RESOURCES The athletics department has developed a dynamic college recruitment process for all students who aspire to be collegiate athletes. Over the summer, students first meet virtually with members of the athletics department and a featured guest speaker with knowledge of college athletics.

Team specific meetings follow the group meeting and give athletes a chance to connect with the athletics department and their coaches as to specific items pertinent to their sport.

Finally, athletes meet individually with a member of the athletics department to discuss their individual recruitment needs and also to discuss the next steps in their recruiting process.

As the school year begins, the department continues to meet with athletes individually, depending on their chosen season. Together with the student, the athletic department works to create highlight videos, college lists, and appropriate training to support the student’s determination and aspiration of playing at the collegiate level.

COMPETITIVE Badminton Baseball Basketball Crew Cross Country Field Hockey Golf Indoor Lacrosse Math Team Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track & Field Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Wrestling NON-COMPETITIVE Dance Drama Equestrian Gymnastics Mixed Martial Arts Media Team Tech Crew Yoga

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Centers of Excellence

Centers of Excellence Marianapolis strives to prepare our students for all aspects of college life and beyond. We are committed to helping each student grow into a successful individual as well as a contributing citizen within the global community. To that end, Marianapolis has created targeted platforms that help empower our students to stand out within college admissions processes: The Ninth Grade Experience and The Centers of Excellence (COE).

THE CENTERS SOCIAL JUSTICE The Center for Civic Engagement and Service began in 2015 as a natural extension of the School’s mission to put Catholic faith in action through service. The Center was developed to educate and prepare students interested in the fields of law, political science, non-profit work, community activism, environmental studies, public policy, government service, and beyond.

Since the inception of this Center, we have heeded to the call for more collaboration to foster diversity, equality and inclusion in our community and our world. Topics such as racism, discrimination, bias, and gender equity require probative examination and curricular illumination. It has become evident that the Center for Civic Engagement and Service needs a broader and more wide-reaching focus to fulfill its intended mission. The Center has thus been renamed the Center for Social Justice.

BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP The goal of the Business & Entrepreneurship Center is to practice the interpersonal, analytical, collaborative, and leadership skills that ensure productivity in the global business environment.

Students learn about the roles of various business enterprise stakeholders including customers, employees, managers, creditors, owners, and stockholders. Students are exposed to the basic standards and metrics of financial planning; they learn in-depth about the budgeting tools, accounting processes, and profit margins that are used to evaluate the success of any business model.

INNOVATION In the Innovation Center, students can opt to focus on Computer Science or on Engineering. The goal of the Center is to provide a rigorous program of study that empowers them to creatively analyze and solve problems.

By developing technical expertise, utilizing new methodologies and innovations, and practicing collaboration, students take calculated risks and learn persevere through unanticipated failures. Students use technology to research, produce, and present ideas and applications within their designated area of curricular concentration.

They also use concepts from mathematics, science, and engineering to identify practical issues in the contemporary context. They explore and utilize the tools of discovery and invention to propose solutions to the problems about which they are passionate.

PRACTICUMS

Practicums are coordinated on behalf of students, partnering COE participants with organizations of interest throughout the northeast United States. Whether assisting patrons with income tax preparations, processing government contracts and reports, exploring sales and insurance processes with clients, or writing access security coding, Marianapolis students prepare for the real world of employment within the real world.

Graduates from the Centers have matriculated to colleges and universities across the country, including Boston College, Bryant University, Connecticut College, New York University, Penn State, and University of Southern California.

COE Course Samplings: Business Global Markets, Money, and Trade International Relations Micro and Macro Economics Innovation (Engineering) Engineering and Design Robotics Biomedical Science Innovation (Computer Science) Programming Application and Design AP Computer Science Social Justice Legal Studies Global Government and Politics Municipal Government Public Administration

“One of my greatest takeaways from the COE was the passion I developed for business. I believe a genuine passion and interest for any career or field of study is what makes it so rewarding.

So having the opportunity to fully immerse myself in a diverse array of practicum’s now not only left me better educated but also created a passion for business that will serve me well into the future.�

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“Throughout my four years at Marianapolis, I was able to practice and improve my art in a supportive and encouraging environment. Because of my teachers’ guidance, I had the confidence to showcase my work, and I also had the opportunity to explore other areas of art due to the expansive course offerings.�

At Marianapolis, students are always creating,

exploring, performing, and innovating. Through visual and performing arts, students are encouraged to find their individual creative expressions. Twice a year, the Visual and Performing Art Departments host a musical concert as well as an art show for musicians and artists to showcase their work. There is a plethora of courses that students can choose from within dance, art, and music. For students whom art is a singular passion, they may pursue a portfolio based Advanced Art Studio or Independent Study. With a dance studio, as well as a darkroom, students are well prepared in their chosen craft and have the opportunity for hands-on learning.

AP® ART ROCK

The Welcome Rock is a special assignment given to our AP® Art and Design students. Each member of the class is tasked with designing and executing a piece of artwork that will adorn the 4’ x 12’ boulder which sits near our main entrance to campus. Now in its 7th year, this project is both exciting and daunting. Students are asked to create unique designs that will translate well to a large scale and represent Marianapolis, while also highlighting their personal artistic style.

Chenxi (Ellen) Liu ’20

Calliope Calliope is an annual student literary arts magazine presenting creative writing, poetry, two-dimensional, and three-dimensional works of art created over the course of the school year. Led by student editors, the Creative Writing and Visual Art Committees work with faculty advisors to jury and select submissions for the final piece.

Yiqin (Nathaniel) Li ’20

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Leadership & Clubs

You are encouraged to take on leadership roles and participate in clubs here at Marianapolis as you develop and grow as a community member and global citizen.

Right from your freshman year, there are opportunities to hold leadership positions and join clubs. Similar to extracurricular activities, leadership groups and clubs appeal to a wide array of interests ranging from community service and athletic councils, to political platforms, wellness initiatives, faith-based groups, and much more.

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communicating to people you’ve never met before. In my positions, I’ve learned to be more communicative. I’m not always the most talkative person. When I’m in that role I’m a whole other person.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

A CAPELLA CLUB AMBASSADOR CLUB AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLUB CALLIOPE CAMPUS MINISTRY CARDS OF CHEER CLUB CHESS CLUB CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE CLUB CHINESE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY ALL PHOTOGRAPHY WAS TAKEN PRIOR TO 2020*

CODING CLUB COMIC & ILLUSTRATION CLUB COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB DISASTER RELIEF CLUB FILM CLUB GREEN KNIGHTS KNITTING CLUB MATH & SCIENCE LAB MATH TEAM MENTAL WELLNESS CLUB MODEL U.N. MOUNTAIN BIKING CLUB NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Ambassador Captain Calliope Leaders Campus Activities Board Camp Stonewall Intern Captains’ Council Class Officer Community Service Council Orientation Leader Peer Assistant Resident Assistant GLO Spiritus Student Council Tech Crew Tour Guides Wellness Leader

NOSB (National Ocean Sciences Bowl) POLITICS & PASTRY CLUB RETRO VIDEO GAME CLUB ROSARY CLUB SALVETE SCHOLA SHIELD (Students Honoring Inclusivity, Equality, Love, and Diversity) SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SKI CLUB YEARBOOK

CAMPUS MINISTRY & COMMUNITY SERVICE Faith and community service are two hallmarks of a Marianapolis education and are integrated into the day-to-day lives of students. Our Campus Ministry program aims to join students wherever they may be in their faith journey and allow them the opportunity to ask questions and express themselves. Campus Ministry is active in our Mass preparations, retreats, and pastoral care. As a Marianapolis student, you will have multiple opportunities to serve the community. Through events such as homelessness awareness night, the turkey dip, and Relay for Life, students raise funds on a local level, while trips abroad and around the country through LEAP Week allow students to serve others globally.

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College Placement

2016-2020 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES AND MATRICULATIONS

All students are assigned a college counselor to guide and assist them in their college search and decision.

Beginning their junior year, students meet with their counselor regularly. School day visits as well as the Fall College Fair brings over 200 colleges and universities to campus each year to meet with interested students. In addition, Marianapolis offers enrichment courses to further assist students in their future planning. Mastering the College Essay and the SAT Prep course are offered in our Summer Session Online. Interview workshops are held several times a year. The Lunch & Learn Program brings in alumni and other professionals to speak to students about their chosen career path.

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