Anchor (New Transfer) Student Information - Villa Maria Academy High School

Anchor Student Passport to Villa

As your daughter begins her Villa journey, please use this page as a reference for important information. As steps become available, you will find required items for incoming 10th and 11th graders in the Enrollment Portal.

ENROLLMENT PORTAL

Enrollment Portal Checklist

As forms become available in the Enrollment Portal, you will be notified via email at newstudents@vmahs.org. All forms must be completed by August 1.

‣ March

Enrollment Forms

‣ April

PE Uniforms

‣ May

Athletic Interest Form, iPads & PowerSchool Parent Portal

‣ June

Uniforms, Summer Assignments, Class Books, Release of Final Academic & Medical Records

‣ July

Magnus Health Portal

‣ August

Physicals, Health Forms, Dining Accounts, Villa Palooza, Athletic Tryouts & Orientation

Physicals, Dental Forms, and Health Forms must be uploaded in Magnus Health by August 1
PIAA Physical must be uploaded into Magnus Health for any student participating in athletic tryouts
- Note: The PIAA Physical is distinct from the Health Physical that is required for enrollment.
Set up Dining Accounts
- Information will be shared via email in August from newstudents@vmahs.org
Athletic Tryouts - Monday, August 17 | Optional
Anchor Student Orientation - August 24 | Required

Get ready for your Villa journey!

Academic Calendar & Important Dates

Athletics

Athletics at Villa Maria

Like all things at Villa Maria, our athletic teams are rooted in the IHM charism of fidelity, creative hope, and love. Villa Maria is dedicated to the full growth of the whole person, and athletics can play a significant role in this growth.

As you prepare to become a Hurricane, please fill out the Athletic Interest Survey in your Enrollment Checklist by May 15 or as soon as possible. We are looking for information on which sports you have an interest in participating.

Fall Sports - Physical and Tryouts

Next, if you intend to try out for a fall sport, please mark your calendar for Monday, August 17. This is the first day of tryouts, and it is necessary that you are present for all sessions of tryouts. The fall coaches will be in touch with you with more information.

In order to try out, you will need to have this PIAA physical form completed and signed by your doctor and dated after May 1, 2026. Please note that this PIAA physical form is distinct from the freshman physical which is required for enrollment.

PIAA PhysicaL Form

Villa Maria utilizes Magnus Health for student medical and athletics information. Instructions on how to access your Magnus Health account will be emailed.

Clubs & Activities

Which clubs will YOU choose?

At Villa Maria, education extends beyond the classroom as our students are encouraged to develop their talents and discover their passions in every area of their lives. Whether they are playing a sport, performing in a concert, writing an article, creating a piece of art, or volunteering their time, our students encounter countless opportunities for growth. Students are encouraged to embrace new experiences, take some risks, and discover new passions.

We offer more than 40 clubs and activities and numerous leadership opportunities! Students can sign up for clubs during the Activities Fair in the fall.

Social Events & VMA Traditions

Villa Maria offers a full range of social events and VMA traditions throughout the school year. Some, like the traditional Daisy Chain and Senior Sing for graduating seniors, are events girls look forward to throughout their time at Villa Maria. Others, like dances and pep rallies, provide fun for everyone. Learn more about Villa’s social events and traditions !

Counseling at Villa Maria

Counseling at Villa Maria Counseling

Welcome from Villa Maria Counseling! We like to call freshman year a “year of orientation.” What can you expect during your freshman year at Villa? Here are some of the highlights:

Anchor Day: An experience packed with team-building activities to help you get to know your new classmates.
Freshman Seminar: Hate feeling out of the loop? We have you covered! In Freshman Seminar, we will teach you about Villa traditions, how to get involved, and making Villa your best 4 years.
Lunch Buddies: Worried about which lunch table to choose? Don’t be! We have a plan for you to get to know all your freshman Villa sisters.
Support System: Our school counselors are available to provide ongoing, individualized support from day one through graduation.
Freshman Class Retreat: A class bonding experience that offers opportunities for spiritual reflection. Students will meet with Peer Ministers several times following the retreat to continue building connections.
Hershey Park: Start visualizing yourself standing in line for the most epic rides with some of your soon-to-be discovered friends!

Important Contacts

Sister Stephen Anne Roderiguez, I.H.M.
President
ssaroderiguez@vmahs.org

Dr. Jane Hannon
Principal
jhannon@vmahs.org

Linda Henderson
Vice Principal of Academic Affairs
lhenderson@vmahs.org

Melissa Feilke
Vice Principal of Student Affairs
mfeilke @vmahs.org

Maria Faragalli
Assistant Director of Academic Affairs
mfaragalli@vmahs.org

Linda Schweitzer
Educational Technology Specialist
lschweitzer@vmahs.org

Madeleine Harkins
Vice Principal of Institutional Culture
mharkins@vmahs.org

Sister Mary Jo Ely, I.H.M.
Mission and Ministry
srely@vmahs.org

Pierina Antonello
School Nurse
nurse@vmahs.org

Domenic Zampogna
Director of School Counseling
dzampogna@vmahs.org

Stephanie Taylor
Director of Mission and Ministry
staylor@vmahs.org

Leah Kim
Director of Music
lkim@vmahs.org

Kate Brown
Director of Visual Arts
kbrown@vmahs.org

Kathy McCartney
Director of Athletics
kmccartney@vmahs.org

Kristin Lawrence P’24 'P'28
President of Parents’ Association klawrence75@verizon.net

iPads

iPad Use at Villa Maria

iPads are required to be purchased prior to your daughter's tech orientation.

It is the vision of Villa Maria Academy High School that all students and staff will have access to appropriate and effective technologies and will use new and emerging technologies to inspire them to be lifelong learners while gaining essential skills that will enable them to become successful in their future college and career, and become contributing members of the community. iPads are required for daily use by all students and faculty at VMA.

The minimum requirement for Villa students is the base iPad model at 128GB of storage. Some students do opt to purchase the iPad Air or iPad Pro, which are also accepted. Many students choose to purchase a case, keyboard, and apple pencil as well.
Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Suite are provided for students beginning at the start of school.

Mission & Ministry

The mission and ministry of Villa Maria is rooted in her oldest and best loved tradition: The Children of Mary. This tradition calls all students to a way of life that is characterized by prayer, devotion to Mary, and service. Participation in Campus Ministry, Service Learning, Social Justice Initiatives, and Outreach invites students to deepen their identity as daughters of God the Father, sisters of Jesus our Redeemer, and children of Mary, our Mother.

Summer Assignments & Book Lists

Supplies List

Uniforms

Gently Used Uniform Sale FlynnO'Hara x Villa Maria Uniform Event

Tuesday, May 19 Tuesday, June 17

6:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Villa Maria Academy High School FlynnO'Hara, Exton Location

Multipurpose Room, Regina Mundi

If you are unable to attend these events, we recommend families get their uniform shopping done at least ONE MONTH before the first day of school to ensure your students have everything they need!

Ordering Uniforms

Ordering Uniforms

You may order school uniforms:

On the FlynnO’Hara website.
By phone at 800-441-4122.
At the Exton or Broomall FlynnO’Hara stores

You may order PE (gym) uniforms and uniform socks:

At the School Store during Class Information Night or regular store hours.
Online through KampusKlothes (allow 3-5 weeks for delivery). Orders are processed on the 15th and 30th of the month and take 3-5 months to ship out.
Please note that all students will need a PE uniform, regardless of if they are registered for a physical education class, because it is also required for seasonal pep rallies.

Dress Code

Dress Code

Students are expected to present a polished and professional appearance at all times. Students must wear the regulation school uniform purchased from the school’s designated supplier. Skirts should be no shorter than approximately 3″ above the knee. Uniforms should be cleaned, in good condition, and properly hemmed when necessary. Read more about the general principles for uniforms and dress code.

Summer Uniform

Regulation light blue cord skirt
Regulation navy blue knit shirt with school emblem – no substitute permitted (T-shirts may not be worn under the school shirt)
VMA navy blue socks (tights are not permitted; no logos other than VMA)
Optional: Navy blue "VILLA" crew neck or V-neck monogrammed sweater. Fabric may be cotton or acrylic.
Optional: Navy blue "VILLA" gym sweatshirt
Navy blue blazer – required for liturgies and assemblies (names are to be placed in blazers).

Winter Uniform

Regulation plaid skirt
Appropriately-sized blue or white oxford cloth shirt; school monogram on collar is optional. No non-Villa logos or emblems are permitted. (T-shirts may not be worn under the school shirt.)
Navy blue blazer – required for assemblies and liturgies (names are to be placed in blazers)
Optional: Navy blue "VILLA" crew neck or V-neck monogrammed sweater. Fabric may be cotton or acrylic.
Optional: Navy blue "VILLA" gym sweatshirt
Navy blue opaque stockings or regulation navy leggings with navy crew socks

Shoes

Shoes are to be in a loafer, saddle, or “boat shoe” style. They should be brown (any shade of brown is acceptable). There should no decorations such as prints, glitter, and so forth. View examples.

PE Uniform

VMA navy gym sweatshirt, sweatpants, navy shorts and shirt. Purchase your required PE uniform at the School Store.

Outerwear During School Hours

Non-Villa Maria logos, including college logos, are not permitted. There are designated special days when other Villa gear will be allowed. When necessary, acceptable outerwear may be worn to travel between buildings. However, jackets or sweatshirts with offensive logos are not permitted on the VMA campus.

Villa Maria Academy Parents Association

Villa Maria Parents Association (VMAPA)

On behalf of the VMAPA, welcome to the Villa Maria community! We are thrilled that you have chosen Villa Maria for your daughters.

The mission of the VMAPA is to support the school and to serve as a representative body of the parents of the VMA students. We do this in a number of ways, but specifically by

supporting and promoting the educational interests of the school,
fostering communication among the parents, faculty and administration,
promoting activities that enhance a strong school community through fundraising and spiritual events.

We cannot stress enough the importance of volunteering your time and talent to support the VMAPA. When you volunteer at any event, it enables you to

meet other parents
be better informed
work side by side with the faculty and staff
help to build our community at Villa Maria Academy
enhance the high school experience for you, as well as your daughter.

The VMAPA hosts many events throughout the school year, both in the evening and during the day. We encourage you to get involved. Your participation will enrich your Villa experience and bless you with friendships that you will cherish long after your daughter leaves the halls of Villa Maria. To get involved, please sign up with our Parent Volunteer Form this summer.

Please know that we are here for you, ask us any questions. We encourage you to reach out to anyone on the board as we are here to serve and happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Academic Schedule

Student & Parent Mentors

School Supplies

Orientation and First Days of School

What time is drop off and pick up for Orientation and First Days of School?

Orientation Days: 7:58 a.m. - 2:16 p.m.

All Sudents Report: 7:55 a.m. - 2:16 p.m.

Where is Orientation Drop off?

Driving to school? Drop off via the loop driveway at the Statue of Mary; students will welcome you.

Taking the bus? Drop off at the bus loop, students will welcome you.

What should I bring to Orientation?

Plan to have your backpack, water bottle, iPad, pencil/pens, notebooks prepared prior to orientation. Information will be shared via email prior to orientation with more details.

What to wear for each day of Orientation?

Plan to have your summer uniform and full gym uniform ready to go before orientation. Information will be shared via email prior to orientation with more details.

Is the New Parent Welcome optional?

At least one parent from every family is expected to attend this event. For more information, email Ms. Linda Henderson at lhenderson@vmahs.org.

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