Reframing Conflict Resolution at an All-Girls School
If you mention “high school girls” to most adults, a single word often pops into their heads almost immediately: Drama. It’s an elephant in the room for many parents considering an all-girls education. There’s a quiet fear that putting hundreds of teenage girls in one building will result in a pressure cooker of cliques, whispers, […]
Chrysalis 2025: 1927 Speakeasy – Highlights & Memories!
Mount St. Mary Academy’s 30th Annual Chrysalis Auction & Gala: 1927 Speakeasy! We at Mount St. Mary Academy are overwhelmed by the love and support from our community at Chrysalis 2025: 1927 Speakeasy on Saturday, March 15th at the Wurlitizer Events Center! It was a fabulous night full of fun times, delicious food & drinks, […]
When the “Main Event” is Always Her: The Athlete’s Advantage at an All-Girl’s School
There’s a statistic in youth sports that keeps educators and coaches up at night. It’s often called “The Cliff.” According to the Women’s Sports Foundation, girls drop out of sports at two times the rate of boys by the age of 14. Just as they’re hitting their physical stride, they walk away. The reasons are […]
The Class of 2029 Finds Success and Confidence in MSM’s Lean In Girls Program!
This past September, Mount St. Mary Academy launched our first-ever Lean In Girls Program for our Freshman Honors Cohort. Lean In Girls™ is a global leadership initiative that stems from Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In™ movement, which empowers women in the workplace. It is designed to help young girls gain confidence, practice leadership skills, explore their […]
The Excellence Gap
The Question Everyone Asks (But No One Says Out Loud): “Why Isn’t Tuition Enough?” We believe in radical transparency at Mount St. Mary Academy. And we know that there is one question that hovers over every fundraising appeal we send out. It’s usually whispered at cocktail parties or wondered about while writing a check: “I […]
Why “Good Students” Need Permission to Fail
The Grade is Not the Goal: Why Resilience Matters More Than Perfection We all know the student. She’s organized. Her handwriting is impeccable. She hands in every assignment two days early, and if she gets a 94% on a test, she panics. She’s what society calls a “Good Student.” But educational researchers are starting to […]
Why Choose All-Girls? The Real Advantages of an MSM Education
Choosing between a public school and a private school can be a big decision, and it often comes down to one question: Where will my daughter be best prepared for her future? At Mt. St. Mary Academy, we think the answer is an environment with an all-girls, Catholic education that’s intentionally designed to lift up […]
The Right Fit Matters: Is It Time for a Fresh Start at MSM?
It’s completely normal for a family—especially a freshman—to realize that your high school choice just wasn’t the right fit. Maybe the classes aren’t exciting enough, maybe the social scene’s too much, or maybe the community simply doesn’t feel like home. Whatever the reason, if you or your daughter are spending more time feeling unsettled than […]
Beyond the Books: Student Life @ MSM
You’ve probably checked out the academics—the AP courses, the college prep—and that’s a huge part of the picture. But high school isn’t just about what happens from 8 AM to 3 PM. It’s about everything in between and beyond. The friendships, the mentoring, the memories. It’s about finding your people, discovering new passions, and creating […]
Mount St. Mary Academy Launches the Lean In Girls Program for the Freshmen Honors Cohort!
Mount St. Mary Academy is proud to launch the Lean In Girls Program for our Freshmen Honors Cohort! Lean In Girls™ is a global leadership initiative that stems from Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In™ movement, which empowers women in the workplace. It is designed to help young girls gain confidence, practice leadership skills, explore their values, and […]