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Mount St. Dominic Wins 'Best Of Essex' Gold Medal
Mount St. Dominic Academy Clinches Esteemed 2023 Best of Essex Gold Medal in the "Best in Private School" Category
Mount St. Dominic Academy, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls nestled in the picturesque town of Caldwell, NJ, is delighted to announce its gold medal award in the "Best in Private Schools" category in the 2023 Best of Essex contest.
Dr. Christopher Kennedy Hampton, Head of School, expressed profound pride in the recognition, stating, "We are honored to receive this award, which recognizes the community’s belief in the exceptional education provided by Mount St. Dominic Academy. We extend our gratitude to our community members for nominating and supporting us with their votes, as well as to the families who become part of the Mount family, year after year."
Fueled by a dedicated faculty with proven expertise in girls’ education, Mount St. Dominic Academy seamlessly integrates traditional liberal arts coursework with innovative, real-world educational opportunities, including the two-year Entrepreneurship Program (the L.E.O. Program), a Senior Capstone in Directed Research, and Academic Concentrations in health sciences and social justice. The curriculum elevates leadership, life skills, college preparation, and career readiness, aligning with the school's enduring commitment to fostering critical thinking, compassionate action, and the discovery of individual passions. Notably, the Mount also boasts award-winning performing arts and athletics programs.
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In September 2023, Mount St. Dominic Academy marked its 131st year by warmly welcoming the young women of the Class of 2027. The Mount’s most recent graduating class, collectively earned over $18 million in scholarships and grants, securing a 100% acceptance rate into colleges and universities nationwide.
Mount graduates, equipped with the confidence to effect positive change, seamlessly transition to college, career, and beyond. Alumnae of the school are making impactful contributions across diverse fields, including finance, technology, healthcare, the arts, and education, with notable roles in organizations such as Amazon, Bayer, Citibank, Google, Hulu, Weill Cornell Medical Center, and the U.S. Department of State.
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Prospective students and families interested in joining the MSDA Classes of 2028, 2029, or 2030 are invited to register for the upcoming April 18th Open House at msdacademy.org/register or by calling the MSDA Admissions Office at 973-226-0660, ext. 1122. Additionally, 8th-grade students are encouraged to experience Mount St. Dominic Academy firsthand by participating in the "Freshman for a Day'' program, with registration available at msdacademy.org/admissions/visit-us.
ABOUT MOUNT ST. DOMINIC ACADEMY: Mount St. Dominic Academy, established by the Sisters of St. Dominic, is an independent, Catholic college preparatory school dedicated to the education of young women from a variety of ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds. Located in the heart of bucolic Caldwell, New Jersey, the Mount has been empowering young women in the Dominican tradition since 1892. Mount St. Dominic Academy is a proud member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, the International Coalition of Girls Schools, the Dominican Association of Secondary Schools, the National Catholic Educational Association, and the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association. Visit msdacademy.org for more information.
