High School Counseling

As a college preparatory school, our aim is to help Nardin graduates achieve the goals they set for themselves both during their time with us and beyond, and to find the best place to continue their education.

That process begins with the start of freshman year, as both the academic and non-academic credentials students present for college entrance are established during all four years. Placement into the right classes, encouragement to become an active member of the school community, development of talents and personal qualities, support as needed, and working together to assure steady progress are all part of the interaction and personal attention given to each student by her counselor.

The counselors are the essential link between home and school. We address parent concerns as they arise on an individual basis, and offer several grade specific programs throughout the year to keep our parents well informed. The three counselors work together to make the Nardin experience special and successful for each student. We firmly believe that a home and school partnership is essential in providing the greatest amount of support and encouragement for each student.

Our Guidance Team

Kate McDermott, Guidance Counselor Department Chair - kmcdermott@nardin.org

Kristin Mansour, Guidance Counselor - kmansour@nardin.org

2025 - 2026 College Profile

Fast Facts

100+ College Representatives visit our campus each year
100% college placement

Working with our parents and their daughters to help them realize their own goals is the cornerstone upon which our department is built.

A private, independent, Catholic school in Buffalo, NY, with coed Montessori, Lower and Middle Schools and a college preparatory High School for young women.