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Admissions Process
We are excited to begin the application process with you!
We welcome applications to all three of our divisions - Lower, Middle and Upper School - as well as our early childhood programs. The age-appropriate admission process is tailored for each division. We hope the information on this page acts as a guide as you get started.
You may submit your application and supporting materials through SaintsNet, our password-protected online portal. Through SaintsNet, families apply for admissions and work their way through the checklist, which includes supplemental forms, supporting documents, teacher recommendations and information on scheduling visits.
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Early Learners
Our admissions process begins by building a relationship with your family. Each step allows us to get to know your daughter and better understand her readiness for our Early Childhood Program.
Junior Kindergarten & Kindergarten
Our admissions process begins by building a relationship with your family. Each step allows us to get to know your daughter and to better understand her readiness for our program.
Lower School (Grades 1 - 4)
Our admissions process begins by building a relationship with your family. Each step allows us to get to know your daughter and to better understand her readiness for our program.
Middle School (Grades 5 - 8)
Our admissions process begins by building a relationship with your family. Each step allows us to get to know your daughter.
Upper School (Grades 9 - 12)
Our admissions process begins by building a relationship with your family. Each step allows us to get to know your daughter.
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Meet the Admissions Team
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Jennifer Cullinan
Director of Admissions
804-288-2804 x3041
jcullinan@st.catherines.org
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Tish Canady
Director of Enrollment Management and Community Engagement
804-288-2804 x3038
tcanady@st.catherines.org
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Adrienne Taylor
Associate Director of Admissions, Lower School (Early Learners - Grade 4)
804-288-2804 x3078
ataylor@st.catherines.org
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Adrienne loves sparkly shoes just as much as the girls. Adrienne returned to St. Catherine's in 2004 after working in Hamilton College’s Admissions Office organizing personal visits and larger programs, interviewing applicants, and representing the college at various events. At St. Catherine’s, she has worked with all grade levels and was involved in both day and boarding admissions. Currently, she works with St. Catherine’s youngest applicants and their families and is happy to share the joyful learning happening in the Center for Early Childhood Education and the exploration happening in the Lower School classrooms. In addition, Adrienne is involved with the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) Admission Group, and volunteers with Hamilton College and SCAN.
Education:
M.Ed., University of Virginia
B.A., Hamilton College
Did you know?
Adrienne is a proud member of St. Catherine's Class of 2000 and was both a Head Student Ambassador and Head Peer Advisor as a Senior.
The highlight of her day is hearing from the girls when one of them just learned how to read all by herself.
Ashley Hewlett
Associate Director of Admissions, Middle School (Grades 5-8)
804-288-2804 x3022
ahewlett@st.catherines.org
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Ashley began her career as a high school English teacher with a passion for literature, writing, and grammar and later transitioned to specialty center coordinator for Chesterfield County’s Center for Leadership and International Relations. With a background in admissions and program coordination, Ashley enjoys connecting with new families and organizing engaging events. Fully immersing herself in the Middle School community, she serves as an advisor, participates in chapel services and assemblies, and accompanies students on field trips, which helps her showcase the rewarding experiences of  St. Catherine’s Middle School with prospective families.
Education:
M.Ed, Virginia Commonwealth University
B.A., Old Dominion University
Did you know?
Ashley is a published children’s book author of "Cailey’s Best Day." Her love of reading and writing fueled the opportunity to make a dream come true.
Although she is not a good cook, Ashley can spend hours watching Food Network. Her favorite shows are “Chopped” and “Beat Bobby Flay.”
Whitney Shelton
Associate Director of Admissions, Upper School (grades 9-12)
804-288-2804 x3076
wshelton@st.catherines.org
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Having experienced a coordinate program for her undergraduate degree, Whitney knows first-hand what it is to experience the “best of both worlds.” Whitney loves to see St. Catherine’s collaborating with St. Christopher’s to provide distinctive programs and opportunities that bring girls and boys together. Also a current parent, Whitney can attest to the benefits of an all-girls experience. She feels there is nothing better than watching girls develop confidence and a love of learning that is fostered in a way that is unique to girls.
Education:
M.A.T., Tufts University
B.A., Hobart & William Smith Colleges
Did you know?
Whitney was a Division III soccer player and competed for a National Championship.
She is the mom of two girls.
She LOVES food and is still searching for the best taco in Richmond.
Aparna Bansal Harger
Associate Director of Community Engagement
(804) 288-2804 x3005
aharger@st.catherines.org
Aparna Bansal Harger joins St. Catherine’s School with a professional history in law and teaching prior to dedicating her primary work to inclusion and belonging in schools. She brings longevity in community work and a commitment to fostering positive, supportive school experiences for all students and families.
Aparna is a product of all-girls’ education via Garrison Forest School. She then earned her BA in Sociology, Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science at Wake Forest University, and later completed the Master of Teaching program at the University of Richmond with endorsements in teaching K-12 French and secondary English.
The daughter of immigrants, Aparna is fascinated by culture and the power of storytelling. She is energized by working alongside young people, including her students and her daughter. She loves reading and exploring the local RVA scene.
Amy Henck
Admissions Administrative Coordinator
804-281-7140
ahenck@st.catherines.org
Amy joined St. Catherine's from working as a college admissions counselor at Randolph-Macon College, where she planned admitted student events, interviewed applicants, and read applications. She is very eager to take the skills she learned in college admissions and transfer them to St. Catherine’s. As a graduate of Holy Cross Academy and St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School, Amy understands the impact and value of an independent school education. Amy loves to meet new families and working with the St. Catherine’s community.
Education
B.S., Psychology, Christopher Newport University
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Amy transferred to an independent school in the fourth grade
Amy collects pennies for good luck
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Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, St. Catherine’s School is a private, all-girls pre-K, kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school. We provide a well-rounded educational experience for girls from communities across Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico and all of central Virginia. St. Catherine’s all-girls educational experience is rooted in more than a century of history and tradition. From our revolutionary past to our dynamic present, St. Catherine’s has always focused on preparing students for a boundless future.