Academics
Academic Divisions
New Academic Vision
Preparing our students for college and beyond is what Mount St. Mary Academy is all about. Our consistent ranking among the very top Western New York high schools is evidence of the hard work and focus of our talented faculty and students.
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Additional Courses & Opportunities
- Academy Scholars Program
- Foundations of Learning and Academy Scholars Freshmen Foundations- all freshmen take this introduction to high school course that emphasizes study skills, developing leadership and communication
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English
- English 1 or English 1 Honors
- English 2 or English 2 Honors
- English 3
- AP English Literature and Composition
- English 4
- ENG 110/WRT 100 (6 Hilbert College credits)
- Creative Writing
- Journalism I, II, III and IV
- Communications
- Introduction to Digital Marketing (3 Canisius University credits)
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Fine Arts
- Chorus - Crystal Choir
- Introduction to Fine Art
- Computer Graphics
- Music Theory
- Voice (Private Instruction)
- Gemtones
- Concert Band
- Jazz Ensemble
- Strings Club
- Studio in Art
- Drawing
- Painting
- Crafts
- Ceramics I and II
- Digital Photography
- Musical Theater
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Mathematics
- Algebra 9
- Algebra 2/ Trig
- Geometry 10
- Pre-Calculus
- Introduction to Calculus (3 credits Hilbert College)
- AP Calculus
- Financial Algebra
- Introduction to Statistics
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Physical Education
- Physical Education
- Fitness, Nutrition and Weight Training
- Dance Movement 1, 2
- Health (Summer course available)
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Religion
- Religion 1: Introduction to Catholic Christianity and Old Testament
- Religion 2: New Testament
- Religion 3: Our Catholic Faith: Living what we believe
- Religion 4: Our Meaning in Life
- World Religions (3 Niagara University credits)
- Service and Justice Experience
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Science
- Living Environment
- Chemistry or Principles of Chemistry
- Earth and Space
- Physics
- AP Biology
- AP Environmental Science
- Foundations of STEAM
- Project STEAM
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Health
- Astronomy
- Introduction to Health Professions
- Anatomy and Physiology
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Social Studies
- World Civilizations 1 and Honors
- World Civilizations 2 and Honors
- AP World History
- American History
- US History - Dual Enrollment with Buffalo State University
- Introduction to Politics - Dual Enrollment with Buffalo State University
- Participation in Government
- Economics
- Women’s Studies
- Psychology
- The Holocaust
- Current Events
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Technology
- Intro to Computer Science Principles
- Computer Graphics
- Foundations of STEAM
- Project STEAM
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World Languages
- Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4
- Spanish 103/104 (6 Niagara University credits)
- French 1, 2, 3
- College French (3 credits Hilbert College)
- Latin 1, 2, and 3
- Italian (full credit)
- Classics
- Hispanic Film Study
- Introduction to American Sign Language
Mount St. Mary Academy
Mount St. Mary Academy, founded by the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur, is a Catholic, private, college preparatory school for young women. Within a nurturing and academically challenging and inclusive environment, the Academy strives to develop the whole person’s gifts and potential. Guided by our Catholic tradition, and rooted in Gospel values, we empower scholars to be leaders dedicated to lifelong learning, moral integrity, social justice, and service to and inclusion of others.