Mount Saint Mary Academy Plans October 23 Open House

On Sunday, October 23, Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung will host its Open House from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Tours guided by students and faculty/staff will be held throughout the day.

Sister Lisa D. Gambacorto, RSM, Ed.S., Mount Saint Mary Academy Directress, will offer a special discussion with attendees promptly at 2:30 p.m. As members of the Academy’s Chorale will offer a melodic backdrop to the day’s events, demonstrations will be offered in the science labs and classrooms. Prospective students and their families will also have the opportunity to speak with Department Chairs, attend a Q&A panel, and learn more about the athletic and extra-curricular activities at the Mount.

Mrs. Donna Venezia Toryak, Director of Admissions and a 1968 graduate of Mount Saint Mary Academy, said, “Open House is your personal opportunity to ‘meet the Mount!’ Once you visit this beautiful campus, talk with many members of our school community and learn of the extensive offerings both in and out of the classroom, you will truly fall in love with Mount Saint Mary.”

Ms. Toryak continued, “Our mission is to celebrate each individual student and nurture her unique gifts and talents. Whether her passions lie in the performing, theater or creative arts, technology, academics, athletics or volunteer service, we have a wealth of opportunities to enrich her present and inspire her future.”

Sister Lisa Gambacorto added, “There are so many aspects of a Mount Saint Mary Academy that sets it apart and makes it unique. It’s an experience that our alumnae remain steadfastly connected to because the Mount is where they built the foundation for success. No matter which career paths our girls pursue, they are leaders in their respective fields. They shine in every way.”

“We invite you to join us on October 23 to learn how we prepare them for that success and how we provide a moral compass that guides them to be poised and professional young women ready to take on the world,” she said.

Following the Open House, interested students are invited to participate in the Mount’s Freshman for a Day program. Our Freshman for a Day program pairs each prospective student with one of our current students who will serve as her hostess for the day, walking her through the class schedule, introducing her to friends, and sharing insights on what it is like to be a Mount student.

Learn more about Open House and Freshman for a Day by calling Ms. Toryak at (908) 757-0108, extension 4506.