Arianna Salerno '22, the Student Council Executive Board's Director of Communications, recently shared details about plans for the Mercy Girl Effect project. The board also made a special presentation about the project to members of the Mercy Guild on Tuesday evening.

Spanish teacher, Marion Senior, reported that her Spanish 3 CP students and Spanish 3 Honors students colored a block and collaborated to produce the banner representing some Hispanics who have contributed to society in different ways. These individuals included: engineer Ellen Ochoa, artist Frida Kahlo, singer Selena Quintanilla, and American labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.

On October 6, the Fathers Club hosted its 46th annual Cavalcade of Golf at Watchung Valley Country Club. It was a beautiful day filled with friendly competition and magnificent autumn views of the mountain course for the 75 golfing participants.

Throughout the day, members of our freshmen class participated in an inspiring retreat which included prayer, special speeches, ice breaker games, small group discussions, prayer partnering, a pizza lunch, and presentations. The freshmen also created time capsules and cards for the Sisters of Mercy and residents of McAuley Hall Health Center.

Fordham University and the Henry Luce Foundation awarded Madeline Newall '19 a Clare Boothe Luce (CBL) Scholarship for 2021-2022. Madeline is pursuing an applied mathematics major with a psychology minor at Fordham.

The Mount Saint Mary Academy Mercy Guild hosted a pizza party for the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas to thank them for sharing their home and watching over our girls. Thank you to all donors, including Dimaio Cucina for the food! The Sisters enjoyed pizza, garlic knots, salad and dessert from Nothing Bundt Cakes.

On the evening of Thursday, September 16, the Stone House at Stirling Ridge in Warren was filled with members of the Mount community who were proud to honor and recognize the achievements and contributions of S. Lisa D. Gambacorto, RSM, Ed. S. (Directress); Lisa Fittipaldi Digirolamo ’75, Amelia ’63 and Robert McTamaney, and JoAnn Rojek Minnicino ’74.

Elizabeth Roper, Director of School & College Counseling, reported the names of National Merit Commended Scholars.

Diana Neste '22 recently earned the President’s Gold Volunteer Service Award (PVSA).

"Earning the President's Gold Volunteer Service Award was an amazing recognition of my dedication and commitment throughout the past few months, said Diana. “I volunteered at Whitehouse Preparatory School for over 135 hours from May to August, which enabled me to gain valuable knowledge and experience while improving the lives of others."

Melanie Valliciergo '20 traveled to study in Rome this summer for three weeks on the EduItalia Scholarship which she earned based on her work in Italian at the Academy.  She now attends Northeastern University.

On Wednesday, September 8, Mount Saint Mary Academy ushered in its 113th academic year with a Clap In for freshmen and sophomores at the beginning of the day. Students also attended Convocation in Chapel as well as sessions on security and technology. 

Please join us in extending a warm Mount Saint Mary Academy welcome to the following new teachers and staff members.

The family atmosphere of Mount Saint Mary Academy was evident on the morning of September 1st as faculty and staff gathered for Opening Day meeting. After exchanging warm greetings and learning from administration about plans for the 2021-2022 school year, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch and a special treat from S. Lisa D. Gambacorto, RSM, Ed.S. (Directress) -- a Kona Ice Truck serving sweet treats outside of the St. Joe's Building.

Students from Mount Saint Mary Academy and St. Joseph High School in Metuchen participated this past week in the faith-based community service program called Justiceworx-DTS (Down The Shore).

During the evening prior to the graduation of the Class of 2021, Baccalaureate Mass was held in Immaculate Conception Chapel. S. Deirdre Mullan, RSM, M.A., Ph.D. was our guest speaker.

Stephen Muratore, mathematics teacher, announced that Diana Neste '22 has been named a RoboCupJunior OnStage National Champion. She excelled as part of the Storming Robots team in Branchburg, NJ. She has been a member since the fourth grade.

Kathleen Brennan, Department of Mathematics Chairperson, announced this week that the Quality of Life Innovations (QLI) Competition Team of Aryanna Perez '21 and Meghan Webber '21 earned 2nd Place designation after competing in the Finals.

Prior to her graduation from Mount Saint Mary Academy on Saturday, Alexandra Kot '21 graduated from The Polish Supplementary School of the Polish Cultural Foundation in Clark. The school's mission is to teach the Polish language, literature, history, and geography and to convey the Polish culture and traditions.

On the morning of Thursday, June 3rd, members of the Mount Saint Mary Academy community gathered in Chapel to celebrate Closing Liturgy. To view the full Closing Liturgy program, click here.

Mount Saint Mary Academy Valedictorian, Tara DSilva '21, has been chosen as one of the 10 MyCentralJersey.com Academic All Stars for 2021. On June 13, both The Courier News and The Home News Tribune newspapers will salute Tara's accomplishments with publication of her stories. Tara's recognition will also be shared on the digital platform, MyCentralJersey.com.

“Although our annual day of service took on a different look this year, we were still able, as a school community, to learn, grow in awareness, share time with one another, and provide for the needs of others,” said Ruth Anne Munroe, Associate Campus Minister. “With the help of our wonderful Theology teachers and four impressive guest speakers, each grade level theology class was able to connect with and learn about an organization and a specific life issue. Every other year, our guest speakers have come to the Mount and met with the students in person.  This year, the speakers were able to quickly adapt their presentations to meet with the students online via TEAMS and ZOOM." Click here to read a full description of the freshmen, sophomore, junior and senior activities.

Kathleen Brennan, Mathematics Department Chairperson, reported that the team of Leanne Paolino '21, Aryanna Perez '21, and Meghan Webber '21 has earned finalist status in the W!SE (Working in Support of Education) 26th Annual Quality of Life (QLI) Competition. The QLI is a unique social entrepreneurship initiative where high school students identify and develop  feasible solutions to community-based problems.  

Madeline Albrittain and Rosanelly Montalvo, Spanish teachers, announced the following National Spanish Exam Award winners. Congratulations!

Spring State was a virtual event that took place this past weekend. This convention brings the JSA year to a close with the election of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor of each region. Delegates participated in activities like debate, thought talks, and activism workshops.

On Saturday, April 24, the Mount Dance Club took part in the That’s Entertainment Performing Arts Competition in Whippany. Their two amazing performances earned them a huge trophy for the OVERALL HIGH SCORE.

Kathleen Brennan, Department of Mathematics Chairperson, learned recently that Mount Saint Mary Academy was named one of the 100 Best High Schools Teaching Personal Finance by W!SE (Working in Support of Education).

On Friday, March 12, Cassandra Cavuoto '22 performed in the Diversity on Ice Show with the American Ice Theater at Bryant Park in New York City.

Congratulations to Dr. Joseph Bonk, English Department Chairperson, who will serve as a Reader for the AP English Literature & Composition Exam. The digital Reading will occur from June 11 to 17.