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Did you know that Mount Alvernia High School once stood right here? This very spot held the dreams and aspirations of hundreds of young women. For nearly a century Mount Alvernia High School shaped lives. It was a private all-girls Roman Catholic high school. It was part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston. Established in 1935 it grew from Mount Alvernia Academy. The academy was an elementary school in Chestnut Hill. In 1972 the high school moved to this location on Centre Street in Newton. Mount Alvernia offered a college-preparatory curriculum. Every student graduated with at least one college acceptance. Imagine the excitement of those graduation days. The school boasted a 23-acre campus. The average class size was small just 15 students. The teacher-to-student ratio was an impressive 1 to 9. The girls thrived not just academically but athletically too. Varsity sports teams competed in everything from cross country to tennis. The school colors navy blue and gold proudly represented the Mustangs their mascot. Sadly Mount Alvernia closed its doors in 2023. The Franciscan Sisters who owned the property sold it to Boston College. The school’s closure left a void for many students and families. The decision to close was made with little transparency. It caused confusion and distress among students. It caused frustration among faculty and alumnae. Many believed the school’s closure was unnecessary. Enrollment and finances were reportedly stable. Yet the sisters decided it was time to sell. They cited financial troubles and declining enrollment as reasons for closure. This landmark though now silent still holds the echoes of laughter study and friendships. It serves as a reminder of a vibrant educational institution a place where young women were empowered to reach their full potential. Though the building is gone the legacy of Mount Alvernia High School lives on in the hearts of its alumnae. It is a testament to the power of Catholic education. Let’s remember the spirit of the Mustangs.

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