Affiliated High School Information
Mercy McAuley High School
Mercy McAuley Grade School Soccer Night
Grade school girls are invited to experience the excitement of Mercy McAuley Athletics at the school’s Grade School Soccer Night – LUAU THEME – on Monday, September 25! The varsity game begins at 6 p.m.; grade school festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. All grade school girls will receive free admission to the game, plus giveaways and a free Kona Ice! Registration is not required. (See flyer.)
Register for Mercy McAuley’s Open House!
Future Wolves and families of all grade levels are invited to see all that Mercy McAuley has to offer at its Open House on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 1 – 3:30 p.m. To ensure your tour is as personalized as possible, registration is strongly encouraged at www.mercymcauley.org/OpenHouse. (See flyer.)
Register for Wolf Walk & Talks
Prospective parents of all grade levels are invited to attend one of Mercy McAuley’s "Wolf Walk & Talk" nights to learn more about Mercy McAuley while touring the campus. These sessions will cover topics including: Academics, Schedule and Technology; Counseling and Student Services; Faith, Service and Campus Ministry; Athletics and Extracurriculars; Tuition, Scholarships and Financial Aid. The dates/times are:
- Thursday, October 5, 2023 / 6:30 - 8 p.m. (*This session will focus exclusively on the admissions/application process, tuition, financial aid, and scholarships.)
- Thursday, October 26, 2023 / 6:30 - 8 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 7, 2023 / 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Register at www.mercymcauley.org/wolfwalk. (See flyer.)
Schedule a Shadow Day at Mercy McAuley!
Eighth grade Shadow Days have begun at Mercy McAuley! Mercy McAuley’s shadow days are full school days to provide eighth graders with a real day in the life of a Wolf! Eighth graders will be paired with a Student Ambassador for the day and will attend classes, tour the school, meet teachers, students and school leaders, and will experience the school spirit at an activity, assembly or Mass! Eighth graders will also enjoy lunch in the cafeteria, a sample from White Oak Coffee House, and giveaways. Parents are encouraged to stay for coffee and discussion with Mercy McAuley leaders when dropping their daughter off to shadow. Register at www.mercymcauley.org/shadow. (See flyer.)
Register for Mercy McAuley’s HSPT Prep Course
Mercy McAuley offers a 4-week prep course to help 8th graders prepare for the High School Placement Test (HSPT). Taught by Mercy McAuley Math Teacher Mrs. Sam Duncan, the course covers academic content on the test, familiarizes students with test format, teaches test-taking strategies, and eases apprehension about the test. There is a $100 fee for the 4-week course, which is from 9 – 11 a.m. on the four Saturdays leading up to the test: Oct. 21, Oct. 28, Nov. 4, and Nov. 11. Registration is required at www.mercymcauley.org/HSPTprep. (See flyer.)
Admissions Timeline & Important Events for Class of 2028!
Eighth grade families are encouraged to visit www.mercymcauley.org/ClassOf2028 for all of the important details regarding the admissions process – including application deadlines, the link to register for the HSPT, Shadow Day, Open House, and event registrations, and more! (See flyer.)
Bishop Fenwick
Admissions Information for Fenwick
Shadow with Us
One of the best ways for eighth graders to experience life as a Falcon is to spend a day with us! You will attend classes with your Fenwick ambassador, meet faculty and staff, and learn why our students love being Falcons! You can schedule your visit by clicking here.
Ursuline Academy
The HSPT course covers all 5 sections of the test: Verbal Skills, Reading, Mathematics, Quantitative Skills and Language. The course begins with a comprehensive assessment exam, and the rest of the course focuses on learning content. By program’s end, students know how to tackle every type of problem on the HSPT – and effectively manage their time and the test.
The course will be taught on October 28th and November 4th at St. Xavier High School from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm or 12:30 to 4:30 pm.
Below is a one-page program overview for families who may be interested. Parents can sign-up at www.RedwoodPrep.com by clicking on the 'Sign Up' button on the website.
If you have any questions, please reach out.
- SHADOW DAYS - Through December - During your Shadow Day, visit classes, take a tour of our campus, have lunch, meet future teachers, and be a Bulldog for the day! Register HERE
- WALKABOUT WEDNESDAYS - Various Dates through November - Tours for Prospective Families Register HERE
- GRADE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL NIGHT - September 28 at 6:30 - Free admission for grade school girls, coaches, and parents as the SUA Volleyball team takes on Mercy McAuley. Register HERE
- OPEN HOUSE - October 22, 1:00-4:00 - Take an in-depth look at all SUA has to offer! An RSVP is suggested. Register HERE
- HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST PREP COURSE - November 3, 9:00-3:00 - Review tips and tricks and practice strategies to build confidence prior to taking the High School Placement Test (which is required for admission to SUA). Register HERE
- SHOWCASE NIGHT - November 2 or December 6, 6:30-8:30 - This program provides an opportunity for us to "showcase" the many parts of a Saint Ursula Education. Register HERE
- THEATER PREVIEW NIGHT - November 15, 7:00-9:00 - Free admission to the dress rehearsal of the SUA Fall Musical The Sound of Music for 8th-grade girls and a guest! Register HERE.
