Counselor Connections
Newsletter from Mount St. Mary Counseling Department
December 13, 2022
Calendar
- Dec 23 - SUNY University at Buffalo Application Deadline for merit scholarship consideration
- Jan 6 - ACT Registration Deadline
- Feb 10 - SAT Registration Deadline
- Feb 11 - ACT
- Feb 22-23 - D'Youville University ReBoot Camp
- Mar 10 - ACT Registration Deadline
- Mar 11 - SAT
- Apr 7 - SAT Registration Deadline
- Apr 15 - ACT
- May 4 - SAT Registration Deadline
- May 5 - ACT Registration Deadline
- May 6 - SAT
- June 3 - SAT
- June 10 - ACT
- June 16 - ACT Registration Deadline
- July 15 - ACT
Ms. Osborne's College & Career Corner
Free Application to SUNY Geneseo
Application code: Geneseovision
Yale Bassett Award for Community Engagement
Recipients of the Yale Bassett Award for Community Engagement will demonstrate a record of creative leadership and public service, academic distinction, interdisciplinary problem solving, and experience addressing societal issues that might include, but need not be limited to, race and racism. Students with non-traditional leadership experiences or significant work experiences are also encouraged to apply.
To be considered for the Yale Bassett Award, interested students in the Class of 2024 should submit an application that will include an account of their relevant experiences and aspirations, academic record, extracurricular commitments and leadership positions. Students will also be asked to identify a teacher, mentor, coach, religious leader, community-based non-profit leader, or community member who can provide them a letter of recommendation.
From the Desk of Mrs. Uhl
College Admission Blogs
- Georgia Tech Admission Blog - Rick Clark
- The College Solution - Lynn O'Shaughnessy
A Message from Mrs. Gertz
As we near the end of 2022 and prepare for a busy holiday season, the Counseling and Wellness Department is aware that, for some of us, this time of year presents challenges and obstacles. Each of us has different ways to cope with the stressors of life and the holiday season.
If your child is having difficulty during the holiday season, try to listen to what they are saying. Sometimes, less is more. By actively listening, and not trying to solve or fix a problem, your child might feel better on their own.
Be mindful of what you say and how you say it.
Mindfulness is a great tool to use when you need to check in with yourself when the world feels like it is spinning. There are hundreds of free videos specific to certain feelings that you can use.
All in all, self-care can look different to everyone! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to myself or anyone in our Counseling and Wellness Department!
Useful Links
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Opportunity
Pre-College Programs - Summer and Year-Round
Scholarship Information for local Colleges and Universities
- Canisius College Grants
- Canisius College Scholarships
- Canisius College Visit Apply Grant
- D'Youville University Donor Funded Scholarships
- D'Youville University Scholarships
- Daemen University Scholarships and Grants
- Hilbert College Scholarships and Institutional Grants
- Medaille University Scholarships and Grants
- Mercyhurst University Awards and Scholarships
- Nazareth College Scholarships and Grants
- Niagara University Eagle Experience Scholarship
- Niagara University Endowment Scholarships
- Niagara University Undergraduate Scholarships and Grants
- Rochester Institute of Technology Merit-Based Scholarships
- St. Bonaventure University Freshman Scholarships
- St. John Fisher University Scholarships
- SUNY Buffalo State College First-Year Scholarships
- SUNY Erie Community College Scholarships
- SUNY Niagara County Community College
- SUNY University at Buffalo Scholarships
- Trocaire College Scholarships
- University of Rochester Scholarships
- Villa Maria College Scholarships
Counseling & Wellness Staff
Kelli Shepard - 9th & 10th grade Counselor - kshepard@msmacademy.org
Joanne Uhl - 11th & 12th grade Counselor - juhl@msmacademy.org
Jessica Gertz - School Social Worker - jbliss@msmacademy.org
Jordan Osborne - College & Career Center Coordinator - josborne@msmacademy.org
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.
We Believe in You!
Email: juhl@msmacademy.org
Website: msmacademy.org
Location: 3756 Delaware Ave, Kenmore NY 14217
Phone: (716) 877-1358
Facebook: facebook.com/msmacademy
Twitter: @msmacademy
Conversations about College Admissions
- Claire Nold-Glaser, Independent Counselor of College Planning Help
- Christina Caucci-Anderson, Admissions Counselor, Office of Undergraduate Admissions SUNY University at Buffalo
- Kristin Schultz, Regional Recruitment Director, Undergraduate Admissions Xavier University
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