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[quote=Anonymous]I visited this school for an open house. It was a tale of two schools (or maybe I felt this way because we had 2 tour guides who were very different in presentation). From one tour guide, I got the sense that the academics are really strong, and the students are pushed to be leaders. Very outgoing, affable, a light in her eyes, fire in her belly). The  other was well- spoken and friendly as well but not as driven. There are different kinds of students in every school, of course, but my big hang up is that a decent proportion seemed more debutant-esque (come from families with $$$ will marry well and may or may not pursue careers). I can’t imagine paying this much for a school that seemingly doesn’t  have a strong sense of  wanting their girls to succeed in professional domains, as leaders, just as much as having the option to raise families. I feel both should be pushed equally, (maybe they are but I really am unsure. I didn’t get a clear sense of this). I also feel the school does not have a really strong “voice” and culture that ALL/ the majority of families buy into and respect. This is evident from the “burn book” type website that’s out there. I feel like there is a definite “finishing school vibe” and many wealthy non- Catholics feel this would be a very good fit for their daughters. I truly don’t know why the school accepts them or why people who do not share in the same belief system think that Catholic values and beliefs should change because it doesn’t jive with their own personal belief system. Of course all should be welcome, but realize the school isn’t changing for you. This leads young women feeling oppressed vs. supported, hence all the “bad press”. Just my 2 cents. If anyone has had first-hand experience can weigh in on if the girls are pushed to pursue careers and leadership positions, that would be really appreciated…[/quote]

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