OPEN HOUSE - St. Agnes Academic High School · 2018-09-06 · JV BKLN/QUEENS B VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS 2 2016 GCHSAA VARSITY DIV. B SOCCER CHAMPIONS 2 2017 GCHSAA VARSITY CHEERLEADING

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 201810:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Dear Parents and Friends,

Warm wishes from the St. Agnes Academic High School Community! As you decide what path to take for your high school career, we hope our brochure gives you a glimpse into student life at our school. Our dedicated faculty is steeped in our mission of graduating young women who are open to growth, intellectually competent, socially aware, morally discerning, and committed to being women of integrity and truth.

The Dominican Sisters founded St. Agnes Academic High School 110 years ago and their charism of prayer, study, community and service continue to form an integral part of our community. The thousands of graduates that have graced our hallways since 1908 are a testament to the exceptional education and values that have been fostered by our school environment.

We are proud to share with you that St. Agnes Academic High School continues to hold to high academic standards, a rigorous curriculum and the latest in technology while also offering many advanced placement and college level courses. By design, St. Agnes is a small school where each student is treated as an individual and everyone is known by name. It’s all about the girls. Teachers provide a kind and nurturing environment that builds upon a student’s confidence and self-esteem. Leadership roles belong to the girls as they assume positions in Student Government, National Honor Society, Athletics, Performing Arts and so much more.

The wide variety of sports and extra-curricular activities we offer provide our students with opportunities for social, cultural and creative experiences while fostering a sense of camaraderie among students and faculty. Our athletic programs are open to all and because we are a small school, the chances of making the team are quite good! Go Blue Angels!

Choosing a high school for your daughter can be a difficult decision to make; after all you want her to be happy as well as academically prepared for the challenges of higher education. Come visit St. Agnes Academic High School, where every young lady takes center stage!

Please feel free to call the school at any time to set up an appointment. I look forward to seeing you soon.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Susan NicolettiMrs. Susan NicolettiPrincipal

A Message From the Principal

A Message From the Principal

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please call

718-353-6276 ext. 11

or visit us online at

www.stagneshs.org

Welcome

Our MissionSt. Agnes Academic High School, founded by the Sisters of St.

Dominic, is a culturally diverse Catholic High School for young

women that develops a strong

foundation for lifelong learning.

By building upon each student’s

faith and challenging her full

academic potential, our mission

is to graduate women who are open to growth, intellectually

competent, socially aware, morally discerning, and committed

to being women of integrity and truth.

The community of St. Agnes Academic High School values God’s life in each person. We believe that:

Shared values and common goals strengthen and enrich the entire community.

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Each individual possesses God-given worth and dignity.

The school fosters a spirit of community while respecting individuality.

Dignity and love are essential to growth.

The Dominican charism of prayer, study, community, and service forms an integral part of our identity.

The school educates the whole human being and helping the student to develop spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally.

Respect for self and others is fundamental to our mission.

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8 9The entire school community embraces ethnic and cultural diversity.

All members of the learning community have a right to a safe and nurturing environment.

ACADEMICSSmall by design, academic programs are structured to meet the needs of every student. Our curriculum offers an Honors Program, Advanced Placement courses and college credit courses. STEM PROGRAM St. Agnes Academic High School understands that success for young women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math is critical to the future. State-of-the-art science labs offer students countless opportunities to explore and excel in Science and Math. In affiliation with Northwell Health, we offer internships for Juniors and Seniors. ST. AGNES ACADEMIC HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAM St. Agnes recently introduced the St. Agnes Academic Health Sciences Program. Our state-of-the-art health sciences lab and superb faculty provide hands-on experiences in a variety of health care fields. The SAAHS Program gives graduates an “edge” when applying for Allied Health and Nursing Programs in colleges across the country. ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES• English Literature• U.S. History• Studio Art• Spanish Language• U.S. Government & Politics• World History

Academics

ACADEMIC HONOR SOCIETIES• National Honor Society• Mu Alpha Theta (Math)*• National English Honor Society*• National Language Honor Society* • Rho Kappa - (Social Studies)*• NYS Science Honor Society *National Honor Societies

St. Agnes Academic High School has been educating, empowering and inspiring young women for more than a century. Founded by the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville, St. Agnes combines a rich history of academic rigor with a nurturing enviroment, paving the way for success in high school, college and beyond.

St. Agnes Academic Health Sciences Program gives students an “edge” when applying for Allied Health and Nursing Programs in colleges and universities across the country.

COLLEGE PREPARATION College preparation begins in Grade 9 and continues through graduation • SAT Prep Classes • Peer Tutoring• Educational Field Trips• Digital Learning and Assessment• College & Career Readiness Portfolio• Google Apps for Education• Google Classroom

THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT OFFERS: • One-on-one assistance with the college process • Meetings with college admissions representatives • On-site college admissions interviews • Field trips to college fairs and local college and university campuses

C O L L E G E P A R T N E R S H I P S

D.R.E.A.M. BIG: DOMINICAN ROOTS IN EDUCATION, ST. AGNES AND MOLLOY COLLEGEIn partnership with Molloy College, St. Agnes matches student interests with college resources offering an up close and personal look at college and careers. Students gain valuable insight from accomplished leaders in higher education through a series of experiences, seminars and workshops on the Molloy College campus in Rockville Centre. D.R.E.A.M. BIG OFFERS:• Building your Future in STEM• The Center for Environmental Research and Coastal Ocean Monitoring• New Media and TV Studio• Leadership Institute• Law and Order Seminar• Dance/Theatre/Art Workshop • Choosing a Career Path• Hands-on Nursing Lab Experiences• Event Planning Workshop

SUNY ALBANY SCIENCE RESEARCH PROGRAMOpen to Grades 10, 11 and 12, students are eligible to receive up to 12 college credits. Students work one-on-one with a mentor on a scientific research project of their choosing. ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ADVANTAGE PROGRAMStudents earn college credits at a reduced rate in the following courses:• College Writing• British Authors• Psychology• The Psychology of Women• Advanced Algebra• Calculus• Human Biology• People and the Environment • Emergence of a Global Society

MOLLOY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS PROGRAMStudents earn college credits at a reduced rate in the following courses:• Drawing• Foundations of Justice• Introduction to American Jurisprudence

C O L L E G E P A R T N E R S H I P S

St. Agnes students interested in Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Studies meet with the researchers at the Molloy College Center for Environmental Research and Coastal Oceans Monitoring (CERCOM) located at the Blue Point Oyster Hatchery in West Sayville.

A C A D E M I C C O R E C U R R I C U L U M

St. Agnes is proud of its’ continued 100% graduation and college acceptance rates.The members of the class of 2018 earned, on average, $142,000 per student in scholarships.

A C A D E M I C C O R E C U R R I C U L U M

ART • Studio Art • Drawing • Creativity Workshop • Art Portfolio/Oil Painting • Ceramics COMPUTER • Computer Applications• Computer Science Principles (coding) ENGLISH • Introduction to Literature and Communication (9) • American Literature and Communication (10) • English Literature and Communication (11) • World Literature and Communication (12) • Creative Writing FOREIGN LANGUAGE • Spanish 1-4 • French 1-3 MATHEMATICS • Pre-Algebra • Common Core Algebra • Common Core Algebra 2 • Common Core Geometry • Pre-Calculus • Calculus • College Prep Analysis/Math 12

RELIGIOUS STUDIES • Christian Scripture (9) • Christian Theology and Service (10) • Christian Morality (11) • Christian Relating (12) SCIENCE • Anatomy & Physiology• Living Environment • Earth Science • Chemistry • Physics • Forensic Science SOCIAL STUDIES • Global History and Geography 1 • Global History and Geography 2 • U.S. History and Government • Government and Economics • Law

PERFORMING ARTS • Performing Arts (9, 11, 12) HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION • Health Science • Physical Education (9, 10, 11, 12) • Fitness

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES • Agnesene (Yearbook) • Art Club • Baking Club • Book Club • Caribbean Club • Cooking Club • Dance Club • Dance Expressions • Debate Club • D.I.Y. • Dominican Youth Preachers • Fandom Club• Foreign Film Club • Girls Who Code • Help – A – Paw • Interact

• Latin Language Club • Liturgical Dance • Movie Club• Multi – Culture Club • Operation Shoebox • Photography • Robotics • SADD • S.A.L.T. • Scrapbook Club • Star Wars Club • Step Club • Student Council • Teens For Life • Theatre Club • TV Studio • UNICEF • Veritas (School Newspaper)

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Discipline, teamwork and leadership define St. Agnes’ rich array of athletic and extracurricular activities. More than 50 teams, clubs and activities are open to all students. Because of our size, all students have the opportunity to lead and succeed.

SPIRITUAL LIFE St. Agnes Academic High School celebrates our Catholic heritage and welcomes students of all faiths. All students participate in Christian service, the Retreat Program and school liturgies. Ours is a diverse community of socially aware and morally discerning young women committed to service in our school and our community.

SPORTS • JV Basketball • Varsity Basketball • Bowling • Cheerleading • Cross Country • Indoor Track

• Outdoor Track • Soccer • Swimming • Varsity Softball • JV Volleyball • Varsity Volleyball

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HOW TO APPLY Register for the Test for the Admissions to Catholic High School (TACHS) Exam at www.tachsinfo.com ST. AGNES HIGH SCHOOL TACHS CODE IS #018 St. Agnes considers all choices but preference will be given to the first and second choices. The Admissions Committee reviews the score from the TACHS exam along with transcripts from Grades 6, 7 and 8 to determine accep-tance. If you wish to apply for admission in Grades 10, 11, or 12, please send a transcript to the Director of Admissions, Ms. Gaughan at [email protected] who will invite you for an interview and a school tour. St. Agnes does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, or national origin. SCHOLARSHIPS St. Agnes Academic High School awards full and partial scholarships to academically talented eighth graders who are active in their school community. Awards are determined by the St. Agnes Scholarship Exam, the TACHS exam, and report cards from Grades 6, 7 and 8. In order to maintain the scholarship, students must achieve an average of 85%.

FINANCIAL AID Parents may complete an online Financial Aid Independent Review (FAIR) application at www.fairapp.com. There is a $30.00 pro-cessing fee. Students who receive financial aid must reapply each year and are expected to be cooperative, respectful students in good academic standing. Attendance is taken into consideration. For more information about financial aid, please visit our website at www.stagneshs.org Incoming students may also qualify for a scholarship from the Columbus Citizens Foundation, Inc. For more information visit columbuscitizensfd.org/scholarships/highschool ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS • St. Dominic’s Scholarship — Full Tuition • St. Catherine of Siena Scholarship — $4,000 • St. Agnes of Montepulciano Scholarship — $1,000 THE SIBLING SCHOLARSHIP While two or more siblings are enrolled at St. Agnes, the younger sibling will receive a grant of $1,000. THE LEGACY SCHOLARSHIPA $500 annual scholarship awarded to students whose mother or grandmother graduated from St. Agnes.

How to apply

How to apply Fast Facts

WHY AN ALL GIRLS’ SCHOOL?According to a study published by the Harvard Graduate School of Educational Research, students enrolled in all girls’ schools:

• SET HIGHER EDUCATIONAL GOALS

• FEEL IN CONTROL OF THEIR OWN CHOICES, VALUES AND QUALITY OF LIFE

• HOLD MORE POSITIVE ATTITUDES ABOUT SCHOOL

• ACHIEVE AT HIGHER LEVELS IN READING AND SCIENCE

• HOLD THEMSELVES TO A HIGHER ACADEMIC STANDARD

• HAVE FEWER ABSENCES AND DISCIPLINE PROBLEMS

• LEARN TO TAKE RISKS, SHOULDER RESPONSIBILITIES AND INSPIRE OTHERS

FAST FACTS

• CATHOLIC, COLLEGE-PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

• AP AND COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES AVAILABLE

• FOUNDED IN 1908 BY THE SISTERS OF ST. DOMINIC OF AMITYVILLE

• SMALL STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO PROVIDING INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION

• RELIGIOUS STUDIES IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE CORE CURRICULUM

• NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID AND ACADEMIC AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

• ALL STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN CHRISTIAN SERVICE PROJECTS

• ACCREDITED BY MIDDLE STATES

• CONVENIENTLY LOCATED WITH EXCELLENT OPTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION INCLUDING 2 NEW ST. AGNES SCHOOL BUSES

ST. AGNES ACADEMIC HIGH SCHOOL13-20 124th Street | College Point, NY 11356

tel | 718.353.6276 ext. 11

fax | 718.353.6068

web | www.stagneshs.org

TACHS ExamNovember 3, 2018

TACHS Code #018