Welcome to St. Vincent Pallotti High School

Welcome to
St. Vincent Pallotti
High School
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Our Mission
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Academics
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Student Life
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Athletics
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Admissions
An independent, coeducational, college
preparatory, Catholic secondary school,
St. Vincent Pallotti High School offers
young men and women the best of both
worlds. We are large enough to boast a
wide-ranging curriculum, cutting edge
technology, and a diverse selection
of extracurricular activities. We are
also small enough that each student
is able to be treated as an individual,
possessing unique talents and abilities.
We offer spiritually enriching retreats
and service opportunities, and 17
interscholastic sports teams. Pallotti
is a place where young people can
receive the nurturing they need and the
freedom to spread their wings.
A Unique
Community
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To appreciate the Catholic faith and
traditions and to transmit them to
students.
To create a Christian Community,
where all people can become all that
God intends them to be.
To preserve the commitment
to intellectual values, academic
excellence, and physical well-being;
and to assist each person in developing
whatever gifts or talents he or she may
possess.
To encourage members of the school
community to work for justice and
peace in imitation of Christ.
To affirm the dignity and self-worth of
the students, faculty, and staff, so as
to create a learning environment that
promotes quality relationships among
all members.
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“Pallotti High School is a community in which our
students come from a wide range of backgrounds
with a variety of interests and talents. Our faculty and
administration welcome these differences, encourage
these various interests and passionately promote the
development of each of our students’ God-given talents.”
Jeff Palumbo, President/Principal
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It is through Pallotti’s challenging and
diverse curriculum that students develop
into independent, self-motivated, socially
conscious young adults who are prepared
to enter college as critical thinkers. Our
faculty captivate students and impart to
them a thirst for knowledge, accountability,
and scholarship.
Following in the footsteps of our patron, St.
Vincent, Pallotti High School strives to meet
the needs of each student and compels
them to work to reach their fullest potential.
Through extensive course offerings at
various levels — College Preparatory,
Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and the
Learning Center — students are challenged
to excel at the highest levels possible.
Pallotti has also been a leader in integrating
technology into the classroom. Our IT
Department has introduced many cutting­
edge initiatives (e.g. a 1:1 student laptop
program) which have greatly enhanced the
educational experience of our students.
Pallotti equips each student with the
tools necessary to continue to grow
after graduation — the tools to pursue
higher education and to continue to value
knowledge and to better serve God and the
world around them.
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“St. Vincent Pallotti is not just another high school, it
is a close family, and I truly believe that I came into this
family as a young boy, but with the help of Pallotti I have
developed into a thoughtful, considerate, well-educated
young man.”
Fiyin Makinde, Class of 2013
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Committed to educating the whole person
and developing well-rounded individuals,
Pallotti offers a wide variety of extra­
curricular enrichment activities to our
students. We strongly encourage all
students to become active in the school
community by participating in one or more
activities.
It is our belief that through the exploration
of extracurricular activities including the
visual and performing arts, students will
grow in character and depth of thinking.
They can, through these activities, become
better persons, able to contribute to their
com­munity in a variety of enriching ways.
We encourage each Pallotti student to
take the initiative to actively participate and
strive towards personal accomplishment.
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Student Life
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“The Pallotti community is much like a family where
outstanding character, morals, and integrity are instilled.”
Mimi Goodman, Parent of Madeline ‘11 & Jordan ‘12
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Participation in one of our 17 interscholastic
sports teams offers the student athletes at
Pallotti not only the chance to develop their
physical well­being but also the opportunity to
learn invaluable life lessons.
The men participate in the MIAA (Maryland
Interscholastic Athletic Association) and the
women participate in the IAAM (Interscholastic
Athletic Association of Maryland).
In keeping with Pallotti’s mission statement,
the athletic program provides students
with core values and helps them strive to
develop their God-given abilities. It is through
athletics that they learn to develop teamwork,
sportsmanship, and self-esteem. Our athletic
teams stress excellence in the classroom as
well as on the field of play.
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Athletics
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“I love the sense of community at Pallotti...you are
really made to feel at home and welcomed. What I like
most, though, is how much individual attention students
receive.”
Cristina Moya, Class of 2010
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“Today I am a goal-oriented, focused, and driven person
as a direct result of the education I received at Pallotti.”
Justina Towns, Class of 2005
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Each year the St. Vincent Pallotti High
School Admissions Committee seeks to
enroll a diverse group of talented, highly
motivated students who wish to succeed
in a challenging college preparatory
program, while contributing to the spirit
and community of the school. Testing
and interviewing play critical roles in the
admissions process.
The committee gives great consideration
to educational performance, teacher
recommendations, personal characteristics,
and special talents or circumstances which
warrant the admission of students who
are likely to contribute to the vitality of the
Pallotti community.
Pallotti High School encourages and
welcomes applications without regard to
race, color, religion, or national origin,
and does not discriminate in its education
policies, financial aid programs, or other
school-administered extracurricular
activities.
Students are encouraged to apply online at
www.pallottihs.org.
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Quick Facts About
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
School size: 475
Average class size: 18
Accredited by the Middle States Association & the Association of Independent Maryland Schools.
Offering more than 35 Honors courses & Advanced
Placement courses.
One-to-one laptop technology (one laptop per student).
Offering more than 20 Extracurricular Activities and Clubs.
National Honor Society, French Honor Society, and Spanish Honor Society.
100% of students complete a minimum of 80 hours of community service.
17 Varsity Athletic Teams: Men and Women.
Average of 70% of Pallotti’s students participate in one or
more sports.
Retreat Program that includes three over-night retreats and one service-based retreat.
Oldest Catholic Coeducational high school in the Archdiocese
of Washington DC.
Average Annual College Scholarship Awards total $4.5
million.
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99% of Pallotti graduates are pursuing Higher Education.
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
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St. Vincent Pallotti
High School
Saint Vincent Pallotti High School
113 Saint Mary’s Place, Laurel, MD 20707-4099
(301)725-3228 Fax (301)725-0493
College Board Number 210695
www.pallottihs.org
Jeff Palumbo
Principal
[email protected]
Brendan Farley
Assistant Principal
[email protected]
Renee Duckworth
Director of Guidance
[email protected]
Robin Marton
College Counselor
[email protected]
School Profile 2012-2013
THE SCHOOL: Founded in 1921 and sponsored by the
Pallottine Sisters, Saint Vincent Pallotti High School is the
oldest coeducational, college preparatory Catholic secondary
school in the Washington area and located in historical Laurel,
Maryland. Pallotti pursues its mission of promoting academic
excellence and building Christian character in a small
community atmosphere. Pallotti offers a traditional liberal arts
curriculum, a challenging four-year honors program, a wide
range of AP courses and a learning center for college bound
students who need individual support. Virtually all of
Pallotti’s graduates enter college. St. Vincent Pallotti High
School has been commended by the Maryland State
Department of Education for offering “an unusually rigorous
curriculum in preparation for college.”
ACCREDITATION: The school is accredited by the State of
Maryland, the Middle States Association of Colleges and
Secondary Schools, and A.I.M.S. (Association of Independent
Maryland Schools).
THE STUDENT BODY: Saint Vincent Pallotti High School
is committed to maintaining the quality and diversity of its
student body. 465 students from over 50 different schools in
Prince George’s, Anne Arundel, Howard, Montgomery, and
Baltimore counties in Maryland, and Washington D. C. attend
St. Vincent Pallotti. SVPHS is also proud to welcome over 35
international students from South Korea, China, and Vietnam.
The ratio of boys to girls is approximately 1:1, with an
average class size of 17.
THE FACULTY: Consists of 39 members, the majority of
whom hold Master’s degrees. The faculty/student ratio is
approximately 1 to 12.
COLLEGE PLACEMENT: 95% of our students go on to
higher education; approximately 68% to four-year and 27% to
two-year institutions.
SCHOLASTIC APTITUDE TEST (SAT) range of middle
50% for class of 2012: CR 430-570; M 410-550; W 430-560.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
All Pallotti graduates must complete the following
minimum requirements: 27 credits plus Community
Service.
Religious Studies
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Sciences
Foreign Language
Technology
Health/PE
Fine Arts
Electives
Community Service
4 Credits
4 Credits
4 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
2 Credits
.5 Credit
1 Credit
.5 Credit
5 Credits
80 hours
One credit represents a full year course.
One-half credit represents a semester credit.
GRADING SCALE
Grade Letter
AP
And Percentage
Honors
College
Prep
A+: 96-100
A: 90-95
B+: 86-89
B: 80-85
C+: 76-79
C: 70-75
D: 60-69
F: 0-59
4.5
4.5
3.9375
3.375
2.8125
2.25
1.125
0.0
4.0
4.0
3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.0
0.0
5.0
5.0
4.375
3.75
3.125
2.5
1.25
0.0
EXTRACURRICULAR: We offer 23 men’s and women’s
varsity athletic teams that compete in the MIAA (Maryland
Interscholastic Athletic Association) and the IAAM
(Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland)
conferences. A variety of opportunities such as campus
ministry, retreats, prayer services and liturgies, choral arts and
band programs, artistic opportunities, and extra-curricular
clubs are also offered.
CURRENT COURSE OFFERINGS GRADES 9-12
Religious Studies
Mathematics
Visual & Performing Arts
Foundations of Faith
Mission of Jesus
Church History
*Ethics
World Religions
*Algebra I
Algebra II
*Algebra II/Trigonometry
*Geometry
College Algebra
*Pre-Calculus
Chorus I, II, III
*Band
Calligraphy
Drama
Fundamentals of Art
Drawing
English
Calculus
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
Statistics & Probability
Painting I, II
Art Studio
Sculpture
Digital Photography I, II
Intro to Printmaking
AP English Literature
AP English Language
Speech
Social Sciences
Digital Art
Introduction to Handbells
Yearbook
Introduction to Journalism/Newspaper
Modern World Literature
Poetry
Creative Writing
Early World Literature
*20th Century United States History
*American Government
Psychology
Advanced Psychology
Sociology
AP United States History
AP European History
Physical Education
Science
AP Government
AP Psychology
Business &Technology
Foreign Language
Business
Economics
Introduction to Computer Science
Introduction to Technology
Introduction to Computers
Web Design I
Computer Science A
Honors Computer Science
AP Computer Science on Line
*Intro to Literature & Composition
*American Literature
*British Literature
*World Literature
*Conceptual Physics
*Biology
*Chemistry
Honors Physics
Introduction to Sports Medicine
Anatomy and Physiology
Environmental Science
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science
Marine Biology
*World History
*United States History
Health
Women’s Fitness
Strength and Conditioning I, II
Contract Physical Education
Sports Management
Personal Finance
Marketing
French I
*French II,III, IV, V
Spanish I
*Spanish II, III, IV, V
Latin II, III, IV
AP French
AP Spanish
*HONORS SECTION IS PROVIDED
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES
The institutions listed are some of the more than 170 colleges and universities to which the 2012 Pallotti graduates were admitted
American University
Boston University
Bridgewater College
Cabrini College
University of California
Campbell University
Carnegie Mellon University
The Catholic University of
America
Central State University
College of Charleston
Clark Atlanta University
Clemson University
Coastal Carolina University
University of Colorado
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado State University
University of Dayton
University of Delaware
Drexel University
Fairleigh Dickinson
Flagler University
Florida State University
Fordham University
Frostburg State University
George Mason University
George Washington University
Georgia Instit of Technology
Gettysburg College
Goucher College
Hampton University
High Point University
Hofstra University
Hood College
Howard University
Indiana State University
Indiana University at
Bloomington
Indiana University of
Pennsylvania
James Madison University
University of Kentucky
La Salle University
Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Maryland
Marquette University
Mary Baldwin College
University of Mary Washington
University of MD, Baltimore
County
University of MD, College Park
Marymount University
McDaniel College
University of Michigan
Mount Saint Mary’s University
New York University
University of North Carolina, at
Charlotte, & Wilmington
Northwestern University
Notre Dame of Maryland
Old Dominion
Pennsylvania State University
University of Pittsburgh
Purdue University
Radford University
Salisbury University
University of South Carolina
St. John’s University
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Stevenson University
Syracuse University
Temple University
University of Tennessee,
Knoxville
Towson University
United States Military Academy
at West Point
Ursinus College
University of Utah
University of Vermont\
Virginia Commonwealth
Virginia Union University
Washington College
University of Washington
West Virginia University
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Xavier University of Louisiana
York College of Pennsylvania
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Application Form
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DATE RECEIVED
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APPLICANT’S LEGAL NAMELASTFIRSTMIDDLE INITIAL
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Name of any family members who have attended or are currently attending Pallotti (include date of graduation and relationship to applicant)
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID?
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NO SUBMITTED A FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION?
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NO
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(The decision for acceptance is independent of financial aid application)
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE STEPHEN J. EDMONDS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER?
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(If so, please complete the Educational Resource Center Application located on the SVPHS Web site.)
Essay
Please write an essay of no more than 250 words on the following question. What are your talents and how can your talents carry out the
mission of St. Vincent Pallotti High School? You may use the questions below to help guide your essay response. (Attach typed essay and
include applicant and parent signatures along with the $100.00 application fee.)
1. Why are you interested in St. Vincent Pallotti High School?
2. What academic subjects do you enjoy the most?
3. List any positions or responsibilities you have held or awards received.
4. List any organized activities in which you would participate outside of school (i.e. sports, community service, etc.)
5. How would your fellow classmates describe you?
6. What has been your greatest accomplishment? Why?
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APPLICANT SIGNATUREDATE
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STUDENT E-MAIL ADDRESS
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PARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATUREDATE
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PARENT E-MAIL ADDRESS
In consideration of the undertaking by the Office of Admissions to process this form, the signer agrees that the information furnished on this Application for Admissions,
together with all information and materials of any kind received by the Office of Admissions from any source, or prepared by anyone at its request, shall be completely
confidential and shall not be disclosed to anyone, including the candidate and his/her family, except the Director of Admissions may for official purposes in her discretion
disclose any part thereof to such a person or persons as she deems advisable.
Parent Acknowledgement Form
Please sign and include with Application.
I/We undersigned responsible parent(s)/guardian(s) of ______________________________________, herewith
provide sworn assurance that all information provided on the enclosed application related to the admissions process is
true and correct. I/We also acknowledge that failure to provide all information concerning the student’s past academic,
behavioral or medical history shall be considered grounds for immediate dismissal of the student if such information
comes to light following acceptance.
If this is a separated family, please indicate which parent has legal custody: ___________________________________
If this situation changes at any time, please notify the Office of Admissions.
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PARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATUREDATE
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PARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATUREDATE
In no case will an application be entertained without a signed acknowledgement form.
Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy
St. Vincent Pallotti High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions procedures, educational
program, personnel policies, financial aid, athletics, or any other school administered program.
Transcript Release Form
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APPLICANT’S LEGAL NAMELASTFIRSTMIDDLE
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DATE OF BIRTHCURRENT GRADE
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CURRENT SCHOOLSCHOOL PHONE
Parent or Guardian
I give permission for copies of all transcripts and test records to be sent to St. Vincent Pallotti High School.
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PARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATUREDATE
Please submit this form to your child’s registrar or counselor for processing.
Registrar or Grade Counselor
Please mail a final 7th grade transcript and the 1st quarter 8th grade report card. Please include any standardized test results for the past two
years.
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
Attn: Office of Admissions
113 St. Mary’s Place
Laurel, MD 20707
Phone: (301) 725-3228 Ext. 202
Fax: (301) 725-5381
Teacher Recommendation Form
The purpose of this form is to request a general assessment of the student, which will become a part of his or her application for admissions to St. Vincent Pallotti High School. The contents of this assessment are strictly confidential.
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APPLICANT’S LEGAL NAMELASTFIRSTMIDDLE
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TEACHER’S NAMECURRENT SCHOOLPOSITION
Evaluator - Compared to other students whom you have taught or advised, please assess this student for the following characteristics.
Key:
1 = outstanding
2 = good
3 = satisfactory
4 = improvement
needed
5 = unsatisfactory
N = not observed
Ability to work independently
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Ability to work in a group
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2
3
4
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Ability to follow directions 12345N
Achievement related to potential
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Organization for time and work
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Self-motivation 12345N
Oral expression
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Conduct 12345N
Integrity 12345N
Leadership 12345N
Emotional maturity 12345N
Relationship with peers 12345N
Relationship with adults 12345N
Concern for others 12345N
Self-confidence
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Circle the words that best describe this student:
MotivatedWell-likedHelpfulOutspokenShy
Aggressive
Anxious
Articulate
Cheerful
Follower
SocialHonestIrritableManipulativeLeader
If you would like to provide any additional information please attach a typed letter with the teacher recommendation form.
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TEACHER’S SIGNATUREDATE
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
Attn: Office of Admissions
113 St. Mary’s Place
Laurel, MD 20707
Phone: (301) 725-3228 Ext. 202
Fax: (301) 725-5381
ADMISSIONS CALENDAR
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
SHADOW VISITS BEGIN
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2012
SVPHS OPEN HOUSE
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2012
ARCHDIOCESAN ENTRANCE
EXAM - HIGH SCHOOL
PLACEMENT TEST (HSPT)
WWW.ADW.ORG
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2012
ARCHDIOCESAN FINANCIAL AID
APPLICATION DEADLINE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2012
ARCHDIOCESAN ENTRANCE
EXAM - HIGH SCHOOL
PLACEMENT TEST (HSPT)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2012
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
DEADLINE
FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2013
SVPHS FINANCIAL AID
APPLICATION DEADLINE
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2013
ADMISSIONS NOTIFICATION
MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2013
ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION
DEADLINE
113 ST. MARY’S PLACE, LAUREL, MD 20707 • PHONE (301) 725-3228
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Archdiocese of Washington (ADW) Elementary Schools:
1. Students must submit all of the following:
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Application for Admissions
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Parental Acknowledgement Form
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Applicant Essay
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Non-refundable $100 application fee
2. Students attending Catholic elementary schools in the ADW will have initiated
the transfer of records and teacher recommendations by indicating SVPHS on the
“Archdiocesan Choice Form”.
3. 9th grade applicants are required to complete the ADW High School Placement Test
(HSPT) through their Archdiocesan elementary school. NOTE: In order to have your
scores sent to SVPHS, you must select SVPHS on your Choice Form and the test
answer sheet.
Students from Archdiocese of Baltimore schools and area public schools:
1. Students must submit all of the following:
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Application for Admissions
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Parental Acknowledgement Form
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Applicant Essay
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Fill out the Records Release Form and submit it to their current school
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Two teacher recommendations from current Math & English teachers
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Non-refundable $100 application fee
2. 9th grade applicants are required to register and complete the ADW High School
Placement Test (HSPT). NOTE: In order to have your scores sent to SVPHS, you
must select SVPHS on your Choice Form and the test answer sheet. You may obtain
an on-line registration form at www.adw.org.
All applicants will be interviewed by the Director of Admissions between January
21, 2013 - February 15, 2013. You will be contacted to schedule your Parent/Student
Interview.
113 ST. MARY’S PLACE, LAUREL, MD 20707 • PHONE (301) 725-3228
113 St Mary’s Place, Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 725-3228
Fax (301) 776-4343
2013/2014 PALLOTTI HIGH SCHOOL FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
St. Vincent Pallotti High School offers over $500,000 in financial assistance each year. Financial aid is
available to students in grades 9 – 12, based on documented financial need. School and Student
Services for Financial Aid (SSS) process the applications. SSS is an offering of the National
Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). Many factors are taken into consideration in
determining the parents' contribution: family income; family assets, such as home equity, savings
accounts, stocks, etc.; indebtedness; number of children in a tuition-charging institution; age of parents,
with consideration given for nearness to retirement age; and unusual family or medical expenses.
The maximum financial aid award is approximately 50% of the documented need. We do ask you to
understand that you may not be offered a financial aid grant, regardless of your need, because our
resources are limited and must be allocated accordingly. All financial information and awards are kept
strictly confidential.
While the financial aid award is recalculated each year with the most recent information, a family should
expect that financial aid to continue in approximately the same proportion as long as financial
circumstances essentially remain the same. A significant change in a family's financial profile will result
in a different aid decision being arrived at by the Financial Aid Committee.
On-line submittal is the preferred method. Please remember to upload required documents. You
can also send your application and documents to SSS for manual processing. Explain any
extenuating circumstances either in the comment space provided or in a separate letter sent to the
Pallotti Financial Aid Office. Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA in order to be
considered for financial assistance. SSS begins accepting applications on November 1st.
Prospective students should not wait until accepted to apply for financial assistance.
Financial assistance is only awarded to those students that have applied and been accepted
to Pallotti. Apply for admission now at: https://www.pallottihs.org/page.cfm?p=316
Families must reapply for financial aid each year.
Apply on-line at SSS:
http://sss.nais.org/parents/
School Code: 5645
Application & Supporting Documentation Deadline: January 4, 2013 to SSS
Supporting Documentation checklist:
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A complete, signed copy of your filed 2011 Federal Income Tax Return (Form 1040)
Schedule C
Schedule D
Schedule E
K-1 for business
W-2 forms or 1099’s (wages)
For application questions, please contact SSS Helpline at (800) 344-8328. For questions concerning
Pallotti’s financial aid, please email your questions to Catherine Cross at [email protected] .
In the case of divorce, separation or parents who have never been married, both natural parents are
required to file financial information. The custodial parent completes a Parents’ Financial Statement
(PFS) and files this with SSS as discussed above. The non-custodial parent must also complete a PFS and
file this with SSS for processing. Both parties must submit copies of their filed 2011 federal tax return
(Form 1040), including all supporting schedules, W-2 forms and 1099’s to SSS. If the natural parents
have remarried, we will consider the assets of the step-parent, bearing in mind the step-parent's obligation
to his or her own natural children. The cooperation of all parents is required before Pallotti will consider
assistance.
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2013/2014 Academic School Year Financial Aid Processing Timetable:
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NOVEMBER 1, 2012
Financial Aid forms available. SSS website is available for
processing.
JANUARY 4, 2013
Deadline for submittal of PFS AND copy of filed 2011 Federal
Income Tax Return (Form 1040), Tax Return Schedules, W2’s/1099’s to SSS.
Incomplete files will delay consideration for financial aid.
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Financial Aid decisions are mailed. Decisions are only made to
prospective students that have applied and been accepted for
admission to Pallotti, and current students.
APRIL 1, 2013
Deadline for parental acceptance of the Financial Aid award offer.
Enrollment contracts and required deposit must be submitted by
this date.
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We strongly recommend that you apply for financial aid assistance available through the
Archdiocese of Washington prior to applying on-line at SSS. The Archdiocese of Washington
offers tuition assistance for students applying to or currently enrolled in Catholic schools within
the Archdiocese (Washington, DC and the counties of Montgomery, Prince George’s, Calvert,
Charles, and St. Mary’s). For questions concerning the Archdiocese of Washington Tuition
Assistance Program or the FitzGerald Program please contact the Manager for Funding &
Enrollment at [email protected] or call (301) 853-5356.
Apply on-line using English or Spanish versions:
English Version:
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Spanish Version:
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Pallotti School Code: 51175
Financial Aid Application & Supporting Documentation Deadline: December 7, 2012 to TADS
FitzGerald Program Application Form – Deadline: December 7, 2012:
FAPOLICY 2013-14
113 St Mary’s Place, Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 725-3228
Fax (301) 776-4343
2013/2014 SVPHS Scholarship Opportunities
Pallotti Scholars & Merit Scholars
Academic scholarships are available for all entering freshmen. Applicants whose academic record, standardized
test scores, recommendations and applications indicate superior performance may be selected as a Pallotti or
Merit Scholar, and receive an annual scholarship grant. No additional application is required.
Choral Scholarship
Choral scholarships are available for one male and one female freshman. Each scholarship will be $500.00. This
scholarship will follow the student for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the eligibility
requirements and continue in the choral program. Please note that an audition will be required for final
selection. Qualified applicants will be called to schedule an audition.
SVPHS Band Scholarship
Band scholarships, ranging from $500.00 to $2,000.00 for the academic school year, are available to freshmen
applicants. This scholarship will follow the student for the four years they are at Pallotti, provided they meet the
eligibility requirements and continue in the band program. Please note that an audition will be required for final
selection. Qualified applicants will be called to schedule an audition.
Stephen J. Edmonds Scholarship
The Stephen J. Edmonds Scholarship was established in the honor of President/Principal Emeritus Stephen J.
Edmonds. It is awarded to a St. Vincent Pallotti High School student who demonstrates leadership, potential,
faith in action, and community outreach. This scholarship seeks to honor students who have the leadership
qualities that the Church and Pallotti High School wish to foster. There is an honor and distinction in being
named a Stephen J. Edmonds Scholar.
Dick Howard Memorial Scholarship
The Dick Howard Memorial Scholarship is two separate $500.00 scholarships that will be given annually to St.
Vincent Pallotti High School students towards their tuition; one to a male student and one to a female student. It
is given in loving memory of a lifetime of community service and volunteerism by Dick Howard.
The Daniel Sung Walser Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in the memory of Daniel Sung Walser a graduate of Class of 2002. This
scholarship seeks to honor student athletes who embody the same character and integrity as Daniel.
Warren Hall Memorial Scholarship
The Warren Hall Memorial Scholarship was established in 2011, in memory of Warren Hall, Varsity Football
coach from 1984 – 2002. The leadership, energy, knowledge and passion for football that “Coach Coolness”
exhibited left a lasting impression on his players. Each year, the scholarship will honor one Pallotti student
athlete who radiates positivity through his/her leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship and compassion. Through
each scholarship recipient, the “cool” will live on.
NOTE: To apply, please complete the application and submit to Ms. Lindsay J. Dively, Director of
Admissions by December 14, 2012.
2013/2014 Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Maryland State Council of the Knights of Columbus Scholarships
Awards will be made on basis of academic excellence, personal qualifications and financial need. The
application period is from October 1st through February 1st. Application deadline is February 1, 2013. Please go
to the Knights of Columbus Web site at www.kofc-md.org and select “Scholarship Opportunities” on the right
side of the page.
The Frederick M. Gossman Memorial High School Scholarship
Designed to assist members of the Knights of Columbus holding membership in councils within the
jurisdiction of Maryland in paying tuition for their sons and daughters at accredited Catholic High
Schools, two (2) grants of $1,500.00 per year for up to four years, and one (1) additional grant of
$1,500.00 per year for up to four years funded by the Maryland Knights of Columbus Insurance
Advisors, will be awarded. Continued support after the first year is contingent on continued academic
success. The children of deceased members are also eligible, provided the member was in good standing
at the time of death. Funds are applicable to tuition only.
The William J. O'Brien Jr., Memorial Catholic High School Scholarship
Three (3) grants of $1,500.00 per year for up to four years will be awarded. Eligibility for a grant under
this program is open to Catholic students who are residents of the State of Maryland. Affiliation with the
Knights of Columbus is not required. However, children and grandchildren of a member of a Knights of
Columbus council within the jurisdiction of Maryland are also eligible. Applicants must have been
officially accepted at or must be students at accredited Catholic High Schools. Continued support after
the first year is contingent on continued academic success. Funds are applicable to tuition only.
Gary Lee Ryon Memorial Scholarship
Gary Lee Ryon Jr. Memorial Foundation, Inc. awards scholarships of $1,000.00 per year for four years to 8th
grade students accepted into a Washington or Baltimore Archdiocesan high school. All scholarship winners
must remain a student in good standing at the selected Catholic High School for a period of four consecutive
years. If there is an interruption in attendance for any reason, any remaining award on the scholarship is
forfeited. Scholarship recipients are required to update the Foundation on their progress annually, throughout
their award period. The application deadline is May 1st of the applicant’s 8th grade year.
Theresa F. Truschel Charitable Foundation, Inc.
The Theresa F. Truschel Charitable Foundation, Inc. provides scholarships to students attending Catholic
schools at all levels, as well as provides grants to Catholic institutions and organizations which are helping
those in need who require temporary financial assistance to support themselves and their families.
The application will be posted on the Foundation’s Web site on April 1st. The application deadline is April 30,
2013.
Latino Student Fund (Grades PreK-12)
LSF Scholars applications are available through the LSF Web site in the spring of each school year. Students
going into grades PreK-10 for the upcoming year are eligible to apply for the program. In addition, students
must meet the following requirements: Latino descent; demonstrate excellent academic achievement; admitted
to a local parochial or independent school for the upcoming academic year; and receive financial aid from the
school or Archdiocese. Scholarships are merit-based and fixed depending on the grade level. The scholarship
awarded is $1,500.00.