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Saint Mary’s high school www.stmary.ws/highschool

Honoring Our Mission and Legacy Saint Mary’s High School is a Roman Catholic, college preparatory school, serving a diverse student body of young men and women. St. Mary’s High School is committed through its teachings to foster respect within its community by celebrating the uniqueness of each person.

St. Mary’s provides a nurturing environment in which students are encouraged to develop their spiritual, academic, emotional, social, and physical potentials. Staffed by a dedicated faculty and supported by parents, alumni and friends, St. Mary’s aspires to continue its tradition of academic excellence, service, and citizenship.

“Joyful, loving service”

– Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Legacy Founded in 1949, Saint Mary’s High School was first staffed by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and Diocesan priests. The first classes were held in the parish elementary school. The following year, 150 boys and girls continued their studies in the new high school building erected on the campus; later that year the Marist Brothers arrived. We honor our founding principals, Mother M. Annette and Brother Nicholas Mary, who set the foundation of the Saint Mary’s High School education that has guided and served the school for over 60 years.

Through the vision of Monsignor John K. Sharp, pastor (1934-1969) the school facilities expanded as the enrollment increased. A new building was erected and opened its doors in 1959 and was designated as the boys’ school.

During Monsignor John J. Wiest’s years as pastor (1969-1987), extensive renovations took place in both buildings, culminating in the acquisition of property and the construction of a track and athletic field. Under the leadership of Monsignor John J. Skelly, pastor (1987-1998) St. Mary’s renewed its commitment as a coeducational institution and maximized the use of the entire high school complex. The two buildings were appropriately renamed Immaculata and Marist Halls.

Since 1998, St. Mary’s continues its mission under the pastoral guidance of Monsignor John J. McCann who uniquely holds the position as pastor and member of the Class of 1957. Monsignor’s steadfast commitment to Catholic education has enabled the growth of a state-of-the-art infrastructure bringing St. Mary’s to the forefront of technology in Catholic high schools.

The High School facilities provide students with the use of 42 classrooms, biology, chemistry and physics laboratories, four technology centers featuring one dedicated MAC center, a library, two cafeterias, two gymnasiums each with locker room facilities, a universal gym, a soccer/lacrosse athletic field and an all-weather track, two art studios, and an auditorium. The Church of Saint Mary is the heart of the campus, where school liturgies and prayer services are held throughout the year.

“To Jesus through Mary” – Marist Brothers of the Schools

Message from the President and Principal We are delighted to share with you this brochure highlighting the Saint Mary’s High School experience. Since 1949, Saint Mary’s has offered an educational program that developed the faith, character and scholarly abilities of over 12,000 young men and women.

We have been asked by prospective students, “How will attending Saint Mary’s help prepare me for my future?” “What is the Saint Mary’s experience all about?”

This brochure will begin to answer these questions and bring further reflections to mind as you embark on your high school search.

We are confident that the Saint Mary’s experience empowers students to discover their talents and learn more about themselves and what they are capable of accomplishing. The commitment and dedication of our faculty is evident in the impressive range of what our students achieve each day in the classroom and in other areas of school life. We are proud of our students’ many accomplishments and are grateful for our Pastor and the dedicated community of administrators, faculty, School Board, parents, alumni and friends who teach, coach, support and cheer our students and graduates on to greater achievements.

Saint Mary’s High School has been defined by the students, parents and alumni as a “home away from home” where students discover the inspiration and joy they need to grow spiritually and intellectually. Broad in scope and rich in opportunities, a Saint Mary’s education prepares our young men and women to succeed in college and beyond. It challenges students to grow in faith and wisdom, to promote the Gospel values by treating all with dignity, interacting with compassion and integrity, pursuing peace and justice, and living a life of service to those in need. These teachings have been imbedded in our mission for over sixty years, and continue to serve our current students and alumni.

Our unique location provides easy access from most points of Nassau and Queens County. Our vibrant, all inclusive school community helps shape our students to grow as global citizens and leaders for tomorrow. We welcome students from all faiths and diverse backgrounds and foster a culture where students value academic excellence.

There is so much more to share with you regarding Advanced Placement course offerings, the Scholar Service Institute, leadership and stewardship opportunities, and extracurricular offerings. The best way to learn more about Saint Mary’s is to experience it firsthand and attend our Open House and schedule a shadow day to meet our faculty and student body. Only then can you truly understand how Saint Mary’s High School can advance and inspire your educational journey.

We look forward to greeting you and assisting with the admissions process.

God bless you and your family.

Grace M. Cavallo President

Jonathan D. Kramer ‘92 Principal

Table of Contents

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At a Glance

Our Committment gospel values curriculum

Academic Programs Scholar Service Institute

College acceptances

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Cheerleading is just one of the many extracurricular clubs and activities offered at Saint Mary’s.

Beyond the Classroom a spirit of collaboration admissions and scholarship information transition to high school

“Throughout my years at St. Mary’s, I learned the qualities of being a leader and how to be a leader– not just in a school organization or a team, but in everyday life. The one quality that I learned most about good leadership is integrity.” –Danica Valdez ‘11 Photos by Eileen Symmons ‘86, Ted Roeder and iStockphoto.com

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At a Glance Saint Mary’s High School offers…

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A rigorous academic environment where students are challenged inside and outside the classroom

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Cutting-edge technology featuring AN iPad2 curriculum for all incoming freshmen

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Digital University Electives Program offered as enhancement to Core Curriculum

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the latest apple and microsoft products for instruction in video editing software and office system products

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An extensive athletic, fine/performing arts and extracurricular program allowing students to explore their talents and develop a secure sense of belonging

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The annual School production by the Drama Club is one of the focal points of the Saint Mary’s experience where spirit, friendship and dedication come together to showcase the talent of students.

Life skills experiences including volunteer work with Campus Ministry, Project Rebuild, publications and Scholar Service Institute

> A Faculty of experienced educators with advanced degrees in their subject areas > A nurturing learning environment with a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy > AN extra help program five-days a week > A five-day Freshman Camp experience at Camp Marist in New Hampshire in August > Summer Enrichment and Enhancement Programs in Math, English, Science and technology

Our Commitment Spirituality St. Mary’s High School is committed to the faith development of our students. St. Mary’s instills knowledge in our students from the perspective of service and justice in school, in Church, and in the whole of humanity. Each of the four required Religion courses explores the Bible, morality and ethics in modern society. In addition, St. Mary’s Campus Ministry offers day and weekend retreats, opportunities for community service, group Bible study, training for Eucharistic Ministry and retreat leadership. The student body is a welcome part of the Church of Saint Mary parish family and participates in liturgies and prayer services throughout the school year.

“Saint Mary’s High School offers parents and their children the right educational choice for a happy and successful high school experience. These years are the building blocks of character. St. Mary’s High School starts with a strong foundation that supports the faith and values we have tried to instill in our children at home.” –Barbara and Dennis McNamara, Parents

The student reenactment of the Stations of the Cross during Holy Week deepens faith and knowledge through the journey of Jesus Christ.

Academics The program of studies at St. Mary’s is designed to provide each student with a comprehensive college preparatory education with an emphasis on core curriculum skills. Students devote the first two or three years of their academic career to required, non-electives. Within the framework of this basic curriculum, 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 pre-requisites to explore specialized subjects.

The Saint Mary’s curriculum is supplemented by cutting-edge technology including state-of-the-art wireless capacity for every student to access the Internet simultaneously and every classroom is equipped with interactive whiteboards. Saint Mary’s uses the latest Apple and Microsoft products for instruction in video editing software as well as all Office system products. An interactive online system allows all students and parents to access homework assignments, grades and teacher comments.

With the launch of an integrated iPad2 curriculum for all incoming freshmen, St. Mary’s is one of the first schools to implement iPad technology for an entire class level. 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 offers the opportunity for students to participate in college level computer courses such as Introduction to Computer Programming and Advanced Placement Computer Science.

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Gospel Values Curriculum The Saint Mary’s education is more than just academics. We assist our students in making connections between Catholic social teachings and what they learn in each of their classes. St. Mary’s implements its unique Gospel Values curriculum within the academic core curriculum. Through a four-year education at St. Mary’s High School, students are called to proclaim and live the following Gospel Values which flow from the life and words of Jesus Christ, who came to reveal and proclaim the Gospel message of human dignity, solidarity, justice and peace.

The Gospel Values include: The Sanctity of Life,The Importance of Family and Community, Human Rights and Our Responsibilities,The Preferential Option for the Poor,The Dignity of Work, Solidarity and Care for God’s Creation.

Below is a summary of the integrated Gospel Values projects across academic disciplines and grade levels. Each discipline includes a practical understanding of how Jesus invites us to live our Christian faith in every aspect of life.

In a fine arts class, freshmen study international music as a way to explore the Gospel Value of Tolerance. In a social studies class, juniors use the Civil Rights Movement as a tool to understanding the Gospel Value of Rights and Responsibilities. By learning to see the Gospel and its teachings in real world examples, Jesus’ message becomes part of students’ consciousness and integrates their faith and academic development.

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9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

English

Walk in My Shoes (Tolerance)

Virtual Field Trip (Solidarity)

Black Poetry (Dignity of Work and Rights of Workers)

Social Studies

World Belief Systems (Dignity of Human Person)

Justice and Human Rights (Solidarity)

Civil Rights Movement (Rights and Responsibilities)

Foreign Language

Who am I? I give Thanks for…

(Dignity of Human Person)

What would it be like to attend school in a foreign speaking country?

(Solidarity)

What are our rights are responsibilities in our community?

(Rights and Responsibilities)

Math

Introspection – Use of Time (Tolerance)

Global Warming Statistics (Solidarity)

Scatter Plot for Civil Rights (Rights and Responsibilities)

Science

Habitat Degradation (Care for God’s Creation)

Food Irradiation Recycle Reuse Renew (Care for God’s Creation)

Human Bio: Availability of Health Care Physics: Alternative Energy (Rights and Responsibilities)

Religion

Action Choices (Dignity of Human Person)

Blessed are the Peacemakers (Peace and Disarmament)

World Issues of Injustice (Rights and Responsibilities)

P.E. /Health

Cooperative Games (Solidarity)

Feeding the World (Solidarity / Peace and Disarmament)

Heritage and Sports (Common Good)

Fine Arts

Music Around the World (Tolerance) Impressions (Tolerance)

Music Around the World (Solidarity) The Power of Art (Peace and Disarmament)

Impressionism (Dignity of Work and Rights of Workers)

The Crucifix displayed over the altar in the Church of Saint Mary serves as a reminder to students and the entire St. Mary’s community of the sacrifices and commitment to care for God’s creation.

These Gospel Values are central to every St. Mary’s initiative - academic, cocurricular and extracurricular. They make our School an outstanding model of a Christian community. Immersed in this philosophy, a St. Mary’s graduate is prepared to assume leadership and service roles through lives that give witness to the Gospel.

Academic Programs The emphasis of the academic program is a strong foundation in core skills while preparing students to not only meet but excel in the New York State standards in education. Within the framework of this curriculum, St. Mary’s recognizes individual differences by providing a range of levels for many courses. Every effort is made to design a program for each student in which he or she will be challenged and achieve success.

Depending on the subject, the course may have one, two, or three levels; Advanced Placement course (AP) is an accelerated course appropriate to some subjects which prepares students to take an AP Examination. An Honors course (H) is an accelerated course appropriate to some subjects which covers the required curriculum and extra topics in greater depth and detail than in the regular course. Selection for Honors is based on a student’s ability, past achievement in the content area and enrollment limitations. A Regular course (R) covers the full state approved curriculum of a subject. For a Regents subject this course will prepare students to take the Regents Examination.

Religious studies, English, social studies and physical education are required each year. Students are also required to take three years of mathematics and science although four are strongly recommended, two years of a foreign language although three are recommended and two years of fine arts. Health education and SAT Prep and Technology are also required courses. After fulfilling their required course work, students must choose electives. Sample course schedules follow: Grade 9 Religious Studies English Social Studies Foreign Language Mathematics Science Art or Music SAT Prep and Technology Physical Education

Grade 10 Religious Studies English Social Studies Foreign Language Mathematics Science Art or Music Health Physical Education

Grade 11 Religious Studies English Social Studies Mathematics Science Physical Education + Required Electives (minimum of one)

Grade 12 Religious Studies English Social Studies Physical Education + Required Electives (minimum of two)

Electives include: Foreign Language, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science, Computer Skills Teaching Practicum, Computer Networking Practicum, National Legal Issues, Civil and Criminal Law, Fine Arts, Journalism, Publications, Psychology (Grade 12), First Aid and CPR. College Credit St. Mary’s offers 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.

Honors First Honors are awarded to students who achieve a 93% average and have no grades below 85%. Second Honors are awarded to students who achieve an 85% average and have no grade below 80%.

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St. Mary’s is a member of the Thomas More Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS). Membership is a privilege extended to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have and maintain a minimum scholastic average of 92%. The four characteristics of a NHS student are scholarship, service, leadership and character.

Academic Year The academic year is comprised of four marking periods. The permanent record mark, which is the students’ final grade in a subject, is comprised of the grade earned for the four quarters and the final exam grade. At St. Mary’s, a passing grade is 70% or higher.

Progress Reports and Report Cards All academic reports will be made available to parents or guardians through the School’s interactive website.

Parent-Teacher Conferences St. Mary’s conducts Parent-Teacher conferences subsequent to marking periods 1 and 2. These meetings involve the parent, teacher and student more directly in the formal education and experience.

“As I leave high school to continue my education, studying pharmacy at St. John’s University, I know that St. Mary’s will continue the tradition of providing its students with a great education and many opportunities to use the knowledge they gain to serve their communities.”–Kevin Won ’11

Each year, deserving students are inducted into the School’s National Honor Society during a special awards ceremony held in the Church of Saint Mary.

Student leaders take advantage of the personal opportunity to mentor younger students on campus at Saint Mary’s Elementary School exploring topics such as bullying, self-esteem and being positive role models.

Scholar Service Institute The Saint Mary’s Scholar Service Institute (SSI) is a demanding three-year program where students explore and expand their leadership skills, voluntarily serve others, and experience a college environment. Students are invited to participate based upon a demonstrated commitment to academics and service. Under the direction of a full-time faculty member, students receive personal attention and direction.

Students frequently highlight their SSI experiences on college applications and during interviews. The unique combination of service learning and leadership training make SSI a defining experience for student scholars.

“Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile”- Albert Einstein “We must provide the opportunity for young adults to become more aware of the needs of others. - Donna Hane, Director of the Scholar Service Institute Acceptance into the Scholar Service Institute is contingent upon the following:

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Earning a cumulative weighted average of 95% and maintaining a cumulative weighted average of 90% throughout the Institute

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Enrolling in four of the ten Advanced Placement courses offered at st. Mary’s: English, United States History, European History, World History, Calculus, Spanish, Italian, Biology, Environmental Science, and Computer Science

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Participating in seminar programs during Sophomore, Junior and Senior years, focusing on topics related to their summer reading

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Pursuing projects with mentors during each of the three years of the Institute Performing 30 hours of volunteer service Completing three seminars offered at local colleges and institutions in the student’s selected area of interest, the Scholar Service Institute provides a formal structure to encourage our students to live up to their full potential

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College Acceptances Adelphi University Albany College of Pharmacy American University Baruch College Belmont Abbey College

Binghamton University Boston College Boston University Brooklyn College Bucknell University Buffalo University Carnegie Mellon University City College Clemson University Cornell University Columbia University D’Youville College Dowling College Drexel University Duke University Duquesne University Emory University Fairfield University Fairleigh Dickinson University Fashion Institute of Technology Felician College Five Towns College Fordham University George Mason University Georgetown University Harvard University Hofstra University Hunter College Indiana University Commencement celebrations bring a sense of joy and Iona College accomplishment to students as they prepare to continue their James Madison University academic and faith journeys.

Johnson & Wales LIM College Lafayette College LaSalle University LIU – Brooklyn This list serves as an overview of the LIU – CW Post past five years to showcase the prestigious colleges and Loyola College universities that graduates Loyola University have been accepted to after their Manhattan College Saint Mary’s experience.

Marist College

Maritime College Marymount Manhattan College Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences McCauley Honors College Merrimack College Molloy College Mount St. Mary’s College New York Institute of Technology New York University North Carolina State University Northeastern University Northwestern University Pace University Penn State University Polytechnic Institute of NYU Princeton University Providence College Purchase College Queens College Quinnipiac University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rhode Island School of Design Rider University Rose-Hulman Inst. of Technology Rutgers University Sacred Heart University Sage College Salisbury University School of Visual Arts Seton Hall University Siena College Sophie Davis School of Biomed. Ed. St. Anselm College St. Francis College St. John’s University St. Joseph’s College St. Thomas Aquinas College Stonehill College Stony Brook University SUNY Geneseo

SUNY New Paltz SUNY Oneonta SUNY Oswego Syracuse University The College of Mt. St. Vincent The College of St. Rose The College of The Holy Cross Tufts University Tulane University United States Naval Academy University at Albany University of Arizona University of Chicago University of Connecticut University of Delaware University of Georgia University of Hartford University of Massachusetts University of Michigan University of North Carolina University of New Mexico University of Pennsylvania University of Rhode Island University of Scranton University of South Carolina University of Vermont University of Virginia Vanderbilt University Vaughn College of Aeronautics Villanova University Virginia State University Washington & Lee University Washington University Wilkes University Worcester Polytechnic Institute Xavier University Yale University York College

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Beyond the Classroom Athletics 2007 Girls’ Basketball Team Class B Finalist 2007 Girls’ Softball Team NSCHSGAA Class A Champions 2007-08 Boys’ Hockey B Team NSCHSGAA League Champions 2007 Boys’ Varsity A Hockey Team State Champions} winning 12 out of the previous 13 High School Club Championship Titles 2007-08 Boys’ Freshman Basketball Team NSCHSGAA Undefeated Champions 2009 Girls’ Lacrosse NSCHSGAA Class A Champions 2009 Girls’ Track Team NSCHSGAA Class A Champions 2010 Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team NSCHSAA League Champions 2010 Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse Team CHSAA Metropolitan Class A Champions 2010 Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Team Division A CHSAA Champions 2011 Boys’ Freshman Basketball Team NSCHSAA Freshman Champions 2011 Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team NSCHSAA A Undefeated Champions 2011 Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team New York State CHSAA A Undefeated Champions 2012 Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse Team CHSAA Metropolitan Class A Champions Saint Mary’s Celebrates 28 NSCHSAA Awards for Sportsmanship Golf (‘08, ‘09, ‘11), Girls’ Varsity Volleyball (‘07, ‘09), Girls’ Junior Varsity Volleyball (‘06), Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse (‘07), Bowling (‘06), Boys’ Varsity Soccer (‘04, ‘07, ‘10), Boys’ Varsity Baseball (‘03, ‘04, ‘05, ‘06, ‘07), Softball (‘09, ‘10, ‘11), Girls’ Junior Varsity Soccer (‘04, ‘06), Girls’ Varsity Tennis (‘03, ‘05, ‘06, ‘11), Boys’ Junior Varsity Soccer (‘06), Boys’ Tennis (‘10), and Girls’ Varsity Badminton (‘11).

Fall Sports Cross Country Boys’ Varsity Girls’ Varsity

WINTER SPORTS Indoor Track Boys’ Varsity Girls’ Varsity

SPRING SPORTS Outdoor Track Boys’ Varsity Girls’ Varsity

Soccer Boys’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Girls’ Varsity & Junior Varsity

Basketball Boys’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Girls’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Boys’ Freshman

Baseball Boys’ Varsity & Junior Varsity

Swimming Girls’ Varsity Tennis Girls’ Varsity Boys’ Varsity Volleyball Girls’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Baseball Boys’ Varsity & Junior Varsity

Swimming and Diving Boys’ Varsity Bowling Boys’ Varsity Girls’ Varsity Ice Hockey Boys’ Varsity A & Varsity B

Lacrosse Boys’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Girls’ Varsity Softball Girls’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Golf Co-Ed Varsity Badminton Girls’ Varsity

St. Mary’s, home of the Gaels, offers an impressive array of award winning athletic teams for competitive students looking to supplement their academic experience.

Hundreds of Gaels fans joined the student spirit group, the Saint Mary’s High School “Extremes”, to cheer on the Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team when they won the CHSAA ‘A’ State Championship at Fordham University.

Extracurricular 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. 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.

Extracurricular clubs and activities include the following: Adventures in Learning

Music Club

Art Club

National Honor Society

Asian Club

Parkour Club

Athlete Mentoring Program

Poetry Club

Bible Club

Project Rebuild

Campus Ministry

Publications

Cheerleading

Retreat Leaders

Chess Club

Robotics

Dance Club

Senior Ambassadors

Drama Club

Senior Shepherds

Eucharistic Ministers

Science Olympiad

Environmental Club

Ski Club

Italian Club

Spanish Club

Journalism

Sports Night

Junior Shepherds

Step Club

Literary Magazine

Student Council

Kumdo Club

Technology Club

Mock Trial

Tuesday’s Children

Clubs vary from year to year depending on interest.

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“St. Mary’s is a school that creates a sense of family. A place where students feel loved and secure.” –Richard Krams, Assistant Principal

For over 50 years, the annual Sports Night competition gives our young women opportunities to learn values, sportsmanship qualities and leadership roles that become everyday life skills beyond their time at St. Mary’s.

A Spirit of Collaboration Guidance Department The Guidance Department works with students to assist them in self understanding, as well as in understanding their relationship with their peers, and in achieving a greater sense of their social responsibility. The Peer Group Program utilizes the experience of senior students, who, under the supervision of the Guidance staff, work with freshmen students in their personal, spiritual, and relational development. As a college preparatory High School, the counselors work with students on making the best college decisions. Beginning in freshman year, students are encouraged to focus on their preparation for the SAT’s. The PSAT’s are given to both sophomores and juniors to identify areas that need improvement. The college search and application process are the main focus of junior and senior years.

Students are encouraged to use the Naviance Program, an internet-based program designed for college searches, career searches as well as an interest inventory to identify areas of career choices. In the spring of junior year, the counselors set up individual meetings with juniors and parents/guardians to discuss the entire college process. The department also hosts a College Fair and a Financial Aid Evening.

“St. Mary’s is focused on mind, body and most importantly spirit, so your child will develop a strong sense of spiritual identity and self to flourish in an academic environment and beyond.” - Mary Lou de Venoge, Parent Gaels Parents’ Association The Gaels Parents’ Association serves as a fundraising organization in support of the administration, faculty, staff and most importantly, the students of St. Mary’s High School. Through events and activities, the Association builds community between parents and the School. At a time when students are attempting to make greater strides toward their independence during high school years, the Gaels Parents’ Association is a vehicle where parents can maintain involvement in their children’s lives. Gaels meetings are listed in the calendar at www.stmary.ws/highschool or the school handbook. Please send any questions to gaelsparentsassoc@stmary.ws.

Alumni Association The Office of Development and Alumni Relations works directly with the Saint Mary’s Alumni Association who represent the over 12,000 St. Mary’s High School alumni who live and work around the world. All alumni are members of the Alumni Association by virtue of graduation. Class agents represent individual classes to the Alumni Association Board of Directors.

The Alumni Association annually sponsors the Don Monti Memorial Golf Classic and the Hall of Fame, which showcases some of our most distinguished alumni.

The Alumni Magnificat is the magazine published twice a year to educate alumni, parents and friends about the achievements and news of the School. Alumni are frequently invited back to meet with students by participating in career panels and college mentoring activities. Annual reunions are held to welcome alumni back by class year, sports teams and other constituent groups.

The Office of Development and Alumni Relations works to raise unrestricted money to support the School’s Annual Fund. For more information, please contact the Office of Development and Alumni Relations at 516.627.4605.

Saint Mary’s High School is a family tradition. Legacy students follow their parents and sometimes grandparents in getting an excellent Catholic education at St. Mary’s.

Janet Barth McHale ’69 with her three children: Meredith ’99, Meghan ’96 and John ’03.

Admissions and Scholarship Information Requirements Young men and women in the eighth grade who are interested in the offerings of our School and in pursuing a college preparatory course of study are encouraged to apply to Saint Mary’s. To be officially enrolled, students must successfully complete eighth grade and submit official school transcripts.

Entrance Exam Students residing in the Diocese of Rockville Centre must register for and take the Catholic High School Entrance Exam (CHSEE). Students residing in the five boroughs of New York City (the Diocese of Brooklyn and Archdiocese of New York) must register and take the Test for Admission to Catholic High Schools (TACHS). Exam application forms may be obtained throughout September and early October from Catholic elementary schools or local parish offices.

The CHSEE and the TACHS exams are both administered at testing sites throughout each Diocese during the months of October and/or November.

Please use our School Code #699 on your test application. For more information, please call St. Mary’s at 516.627.2711.

Transfer Admissions Under special circumstances, St. Mary’s does accept transfer admissions. Parents of students who wish to be considered as candidates for transfer admission should contact the Director of Admissions at 516.627.2711 ext. 1129.

Scholarship Opportunities The top ranking eighth grade applicants will be awarded partial scholarships based on performance on the High School Entrance Exam and school achievement.

These scholarships are renewed each year based on successful academic standing and upholding the guidelines of Saint Mary’s High School.

Tuition Assistance Limited tuition assistance is available to accepted students of qualified families. The online application process is available through FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment once a student is registered to attend. Please visit www.factstuitionaid.com for more information.

Open House Prospective students and their parents or guardians are invited to visit St. Mary’s at our Open House held each Fall and Winter. If you cannot attend an Open House and would like to speak to someone about St. Mary’s, please call the Director of Recruitment at 516.627.2711 ext. 1079.

Personal Tours by Appointment We are happy to schedule appointments for personal, guided tours of our campus. Please call the Director of Recruitment at 516.627.2711 ext. 1079.

Shadowing Opportunity Interested students are invited to schedule an appointment to experience a day in the life of a St. Mary’s student. Please call the Director of Recruitment at 516.627.2711 ext. 1079.

Transition to High School

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Placement Tests Prospective students entering the Freshmen Class will be administered a Placement Examination following registration to determine proper placement in coursework.

Freshman Camp Each year, faculty and upper classmen introduce the incoming class to St. Mary’s through a five-day Freshman Camp in Effingham, New Hampshire. The experience facilitates the transition to high school.

Camp Marist is owned and operated by the Marist Brothers. The 300 acres of property are nestled in the foothills of the White Mountains and on the shores of Lake Ossipee. Our freshmen have the opportunity to meet the faculty, senior student leaders and their fellow classmates. Freshmen enjoy activities such as tennis, basketball, volleyball, horseback riding, archery, floor hockey, waterskiing, sailing and other camping opportunities.

Ambassador Program Homeroom visits by Senior Ambassadors keep students informed of the many opportunities available and update them on clubs and activities. This program encourages freshmen to get involved in all school activities.

Travel Saint Mary’s High School is conveniently located on Northern Boulevard in Manhasset and is easily accessible by bus, train and car.

Resources

“When I think of St. Mary’s, I think Saint Mary’s High School Alumni Association www.stmaryalumni.ws of an extended family that has helped Mass Transit Association/New York City Transit Bus www.mta.info/nyct/bus/ nurture my daughter and has helped Mass Transit Association /Long Island Railroad (LIRR) www.mta.info/lirr/ her to find her own place in the world.

New York State Regents www.nysedregents.org Diocese of Rockville Centre (DRVC) www.drvc.org Since walking through those halls she has Arch Diocese of New York www.archny.org transformed into a confident young woman, Diocese of Brooklyn www.dioceseofbrooklyn.org FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment www.factstuitionaid.com that has pride in herself and in her school and is now ready for the world.” –Florence Jean-Baptiste, Parent Saint Mary’s High School www.stmary.ws/highschool

Saint Mary’s High School students enjoy the company of the Most Reverend William F. Murphy, Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, during his annual visits to campus which include opportunities for open dialogue regarding school news, class and personal achievements from academics to service.

Saint Mary’s High School 51 Clapham Avenue Manhasset, New York 11030 516.627.2711 www.stmary.ws/highschool admissions@stmary.ws High School Testing Code: 699 Accreditation Saint Mary’s High School is chartered and registered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York and by the State Education Department Saint Mary’s is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Member College Entrance Examination Board National Catholic Education Association National Association of Secondary School Principals The Association for Supervision and Curriculum The College Board Association National Honor Society (Thomas More Chapter) SMHS-VB 071312

On the cover:The traditional Baccalaureate Mass held at the Church of Saint Mary is another fine example of the Saint Mary’s spirit and sense of family created via a four-year experience.