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Mercy High School, Middletown, CT

Middletown, CT, US • 100 - 249 Employees
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Mercy High School, located between Boston and New York City in Middletown, Connecticut, provides a rigorous college preparatory academic program for young women in grades 9 through 12. Faculty and staff in this faith-based environment are committed to nurturing each individual student's personal growth. Approximately 500 students attend Mercy and last year's graduating seniors earned $8.2 million in scholarships. Starting in the fall of 2018, Mercy will offer the College Board AP Capstone Diploma Program which focuses on college-level independent research, collaborative teamwork and communication and writing skills. All students work with a School Counselor from the time they enter Mercy and are supported throughout the college application process. "Women of Mercy" are confident, competitive, committed and compassionate about their learning experience, whether it be in the classroom, on the playing field, in student government, performing on stage, or serving the community.MISSION STATEMENT"Mercy High School, is a Christ-centered Catholic diocesan college preparatory high school for young women. In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy and their Foundress, Catherine McAuley, each student is challenged to grow academically, emotionally, socially, aesthetically and spiritually. Each student is encouraged to recognize the abilities and strengths that will enable her to achieve her potential. The Mercy charism inspires students to respect the dignity of others and to provide leadership and service that foster community, understanding and compassion in local and global environments. Mercy is committed to providing a challenging educational experience in a safe and nurturing environment. The school responds to individual needs and provides students with the technological and social skills needed in the 21st Century."