Nazareth Academy High School is a

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Background

Nazareth Academy was established in 1928 by the

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. Nazareth Academy educates young women at the high school level. In August 2018, the school named its first lay principal, James Meredith."Nazareth Academy High School names new principal", ''Northeast Times'', August 16, 2018
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Performing arts

Nazareth Academy High School has a music department. Over 25% of the school's population participates in the eight music activities Nazareth Academy High School has to offer. For girls interested in pursuing music further, there are Music Major classes which teach music theory, dictation, sight reading and singing skills. There are performance opportunities for girls in the music department, and each year the Orchestra, Jazz Band, and Chorale compete. There is a theater department that offers a "Theater in the Round" experience. In October 2007, the school's production was The Sound of Music.

Notable alumnae

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Christina Perri Christina Judith Perri (born August 19, 1986) is an American singer and songwriter. After her debut single "Jar of Hearts" was featured on the television series ''So You Think You Can Dance'' in 2010, Perri signed with Atlantic Records and releas ...

- singer songwriter (Graduated from Archbishop Ryan HS)

Notes and references

External links

School Website
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