Mount St. Mary Academy places great emphasis on the value of our 95 year history. While keeping pace with the modern world, we understand that our past has enriched our present. Today’s students participate in traditions dating back to our very first classes, most notably our Red Rose tradition. Throughout a student’s four years at Mount St. Mary Academy, major milestones in her high school career are honored and celebrated by the presentation of a red rose. Red Rose ceremonies include: Junior Ring Ceremony, Senior Year Mother-Daughter Liturgy, Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement.
School Life
Students
Welcome
We believe in academic excellence. We believe learning is more than just a classroom. We believe in the importance of teamwork. Creating a community. Celebrating our faith. We believe in a rich tradition. We believe in you.
The All-Girl Advantage
It has been shown that learning in an all-girl environment enhances self-esteem, drives students to leadership, and increases their confidence and desire to succeed. Both inside and outside of the classroom, girls take center stage. The advantages of an all-girl setting shine through our students every day and prepare them to be strong young women in college and beyond.
Traditions
Beloved Tradition
- Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement
- Academic and Athletic Award Ceremony
- Fall Musical
- Father-Daughter Dance
- Junior Ring Ceremony
- Mother-Daughter Mass and Brunch
- National Honor Society Induction
Student Events
Throughout the year, we hold a variety of fun events that have grown into the Spirit of MSM:
- Big Sister/Little Sister Program
- Freshman/Sophomore Luncheon and Junior/Senior Luncheon
- Prom and Post-Prom Party– for Juniors and Seniors and their dates
- School and Class Liturgies
- School Spirit Week
- Sleep Out for Charity
- Travel Abroad
- Winter Semi-Formal
Mount St. Mary Academy
We believe in academic excellence. Personal responsibility. Self-expression. Chasing dreams. Leading by example. We believe in smaller class sizes. Bigger college scholarships. Singing loudly. Marching to our own drum. We believe in celebrating our faith. Scoring goals. Mocha lattes. We believe in good friends. The importance of family. Making everyone feel welcome. We believe in you.