PSAT Results

PSAT results are available online at www.collegeboard.com. Please see your counselor if you are not able to access your results or if you have questions about them.

CollegeBoard offers the following resources and more! Click here to go to the PSAT information page.

• How to Access Your PSAT/NMSQT Scores – watch a video to learn how to access your scores.
• Video Tour of the PSAT/NMSQT Score Report – a helpful overview of your score report and how to interpret and use it.
• Practice for the SAT Using Your PSAT/NMSQT – Join Khan Academy to get personalized help with SAT practice based on your PSAT results.
• Discover your AP Potential – Explore the possibility of taking an AP class based on the list generated by your performance on the PSAT and SAT.
• College and Career Planning – Create a plan for your future based on your scores and interests.
• Explore Scholarships – Find scholarships and financial aid to help you pay for college.

SAT Information

The SAT should be taken by college-bound students in the spring of their junior year or fall of their senior year. The easiest way to register for the SAT is online at www.Collegeboard.com. Students should set up an account with College Board. This will give them access to many tools that are available to support SAT preparation and the college search. There are also helps for parents. This is a recommended site for college-bound students and their parents.

SAT testing dates and registration deadlines are as follows:

Test Date                            Registration Deadline

March 12, 2022                    February 11, 2022

May 7, 2022                         April 8, 2022

June 4, 2022                        May 5, 2022

There are many resources available to help you prepare for the SAT. Follow the link, SAT Prep Resources, to check out current options available locally.

Any sophomore or junior in learning support who has not been to the guidance office to request the paperwork for SAT accommodations should do so as soon as possible. The process with the College Board can take as long as 8 to 12 weeks. Current educational testing is a requirement for the accommodation request to be approved. It is recommended that educational testing be no more than 3 years old for college services.

College Applications

Seniors applying to college, remember to add all colleges you are applying to on your SCOIR account. The Guidance office uses SCOIR to send all supporting documentation to these colleges.  All letters of recommendations need to be requested through SCOIR as well.  Mid-year grade reports will be sent in February through SCOIR. Please contact Mr. Kabakjian if you have any questions.

Financial Aid and College Planning Information

Need Cash for College? Now is the time to start thinking about applying for scholarships! This link will take you to a comprehensive Scholarship List with more information on the Guidance Office page of our school’s website. It includes college scholarships and scholarships available to the public.

A good resource for scholarships is the college you plan to attend.  Ask your college admissions counselor what scholarships you qualify for. Research the college site and actively look for information relating to scholarships. The college financial aid office is also a good place to obtain information.

Funding Higher Education

Parents of seniors, it is time to start the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) process. It is essential that you fill out this form for your student to qualify for need-based loans, grants, and scholarships. We highly recommend that you complete the FAFSA as soon as possible, as college deadlines are often in February or March.  The electronic version can be found here. You may request a paper copy of the FAFSA by calling: 1-800-433-3243.

This website gives comprehensive details about federal student aid programs. www.studentaid.ed.gov/guide.

We also recommend you visit www.pheaa.org to learn more about The Pennsylvania State Grant Program.

Students with a Disability
According to Clark in U.S. News 2010, there are 8 steps for a child with disabilities to use to prepare for college.  Along with diligence, creativity, and resilience, the student should:

1.  Prepare early by taking college prep classes
   1. Study strategies
   2. Test-taking
   3. Time management
2. Have knowledge of technology
   1. As simple as spell check to diction pens
   2. Screen readers
   3. Diction software
3. Be creative (If a student struggles with taking a foreign language, perhaps sign language could work.)
4. Take charge
   1. Advocate for self
   2. Be prepared to know what to ask for
5. Research college options
6. Formal documentation should be 3 years old or less – Plan ahead!
7. Focus on the positive
8. Consider extra help- this may be included in the college tuition or it may be an added cost.

Students with Disabilities Preparing for Post-Secondary Education: Know your Risks and Responsibilities: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html

Dock Mennonite Academy Superintendent Dr. Conrad Swartzentruber has written a letter to Dock students and their families, another in a series of communications the school has shared over the course of the past two years. In his December 17, 2021 letter, Dr. Swartzentruber announces a shift in the school's mask policy based on recent court decisions.

Read the full text of the letter

Doris S. Heilemann Nursing Scholarship 

Dock Mennonite Academy is pleased to announce the Doris S. Heilemann Scholarship for a student pursing a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or the equivalent. This scholarship is a four-year scholarship and is need-based! A typical recipient may receive between $10,000 and $15,000 per year for tuition, totaling between $40,000 and $60,000 over a four-year period. Please contact the Dock Guidance Office for additional information and an application. Applications are due on February 15, 2022.        

Download the application

Doris S. Heilemann 

Doris (Steckel) Heilemann passed away on July 4, 2021 at Grand View Hospital. Before her death, she created the Doris S. Heilemann Nursing Scholarship to provide financial support to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

Doris was born in 1930 in Philadelphia but spent many of her adult years in Skippack. She graduated from Germantown High School in 1947 and worked for Bell Telephone Company in the financial department. She married Harold Heilemann and they enjoyed traveling to all 50 states and many countries in the world. Doris retired early and spent years volunteering at North Penn Hospital and Trinity Lutheran Church.     

Dock Mennonite Academy Superintendent Dr. Conrad Swartzentruber has written a letter to Dock students and their families, another in a series of communications the school has shared over the course of the past two years. In his December 3, 2021 letter, Dr. Swartzentruber celebrates the partnership Dock has with families and churches, and shares appreciation for the faith values that allow Dock to remain focused on its mission in spite of the potential distractions swirling around in the world.

Read the full text of the letter here

Scholarship and Financial Aid Information

Need Cash for College? Now is the time to start thinking about applying for scholarships! This link will take you to a comprehensive Scholarship List with more information on the Guidance Office page of our school’s website. It includes local and national scholarships, as well as Dock-sponsored scholarships. This list will be updated and posted on the kiosk in Rosenberger Center as new scholarships become available. Feel free to stop by the Guidance Office if you have questions and/or to pick up a copy. We recommend you begin a personal scholarship search by using the following websites:

• Fastweb.com
• Salliemae.com
• Scholarships.com
• Studentscholarships.org
• Collegeboard.com
• Studentawardsearch.com
• Educationplanner.org
• Goingmerry.com
• Collegexpress.com
• Unigo.com

Another resource for scholarships is the college you plan to attend.  Ask your college admissions counselor what scholarships you qualify for. Research the college site and actively look for information relating to scholarships. The college financial aid office is also a good place to obtain information. 

Parents:  It is essential that you fill out the FAFSA form for your student to qualify for need-based federal loans, grants, and scholarships. Deadlines vary by state and college. The electronic version can be found at www.Fafsa.ed.gov. You may request a paper copy of the FAFSA by calling: 1-800-433-3243. We also recommend you visit www.pheaa.org to learn more about The Pennsylvania State Grant Program.

SAT Information

The SAT should be taken by college-bound students in the spring of their junior year or fall of their senior year. The easiest way to register for the SAT is online at www.Collegeboard.com. Students should set up an account with College Board. This will give them access to many tools that are available to support SAT preparation and the college search. There are also helps for parents. This is a recommended site for college-bound students and their parents.

SAT testing dates and registration deadlines are as follows:
Test Date                           Registration Deadline

March 12, 2022                   February 11, 2022

May 7, 2022                        April 8, 2022

June 4, 2022                       May 5, 2022

Save the Dates!

Friday, December 3 – EC-8 Christmas Benefit Concert:  7 pm at Franconia Mennonite Church

Thursday, December 9 – Grades 9-12 Christmas Concert: 7 pm at the High School Campus

College Applications

Seniors applying to college, remember to add all colleges you are applying to on your SCOIR account. The Guidance office uses SCOIR to send all supporting documentation to these colleges, including your transcript. You should be requesting letters of recommendation through SCOIR as well. Please give your teachers at least 1-2 weeks’ notice to write letters on your behalf. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Kabakjian before December 17. The Guidance Office will be closed over Christmas Break (Dec. 18 through Jan. 2).

College and Career Information

While all four years in high school are important, the most pivotal year for academic and career decisions is a student’s junior year.  During their junior year, students take a more comprehensive look at their future beyond high school.  All juniors:

• take the PSAT/NMSQT in October and are encouraged to review their test results with their counselor and parents when they receive them.
• are welcome to set up a time to meet with Mrs. Leaman about their future career goals, college selection, current academic standing, and selection of their senior year courses. 
• should explore their options to prepare for the SAT. Links to free online resources and SAT Prep classes are available on the Guidance Office SAT Prep webpage.
• should sign up to take the SAT at least one time during their junior year.
• should develop a list of potential colleges, technical schools, or job opportunities to research.
• who are student athletes, should become familiar with the NCAA Guidelines for Student Athletes, checking to make sure you are meeting the core course requirements and test standards.
• are encouraged to visit the colleges and technical schools that fit their career goals and aspirations.
• should begin to gather financial aid information from any sources available: Dock, the local community, and most importantly, from the educational institutions themselves.

Dock uses a college planning system called SCOIR. SCOIR helps students discover colleges that match their personal as well as academic interests. It is a useful tool for navigating through the college selection process. Juniors, if you have not yet created a SCOIR account, please see Mrs. Leaman. Through SCOIR, you will have access to a free career and aptitude assessment. This assessment uses engaging exercises (“brain games”) to identify your natural abilities. As a result, you are matched with careers for which your natural talents will help you excel.

Junior students who become actively involved in the college and career activities listed above will find their senior year to be productive, rewarding, and less stressful. 

Congratulations to Abigail Nice ('18), who was the grand prize winner in the Peddler's Village Gingerbread Competition & Display this year! The detail on Abby's entry, entitled "White Christmas," was phenomenal (see below)! It will be on display at Peddler's Village in Lahaska, PA, through January 8. Way to go, Abby!

Congratulations to Dock sophomore Abigail Neiderer, who will be performing in the Schuylkill Valley Regional Dance Company's 50th Anniversary production of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker. Performances are at 2:00 p.m.and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 18, in Goodhart Theater on the campus of Bryn Mawr College. Abigail, who recently led the dance ensemble for Dock's production of Tuck Everlasting, is excited to be performing in The Nutcracker for the 10th consecutive year, and will be dancing in a variety of roles in both shows:

2:00 p.m.: Mouse King, Snow, Flower, Marzipan Corps, Spanish Lead Understudy

7:30 p.m.: Candy Cane Lead, Mouse King, Snow, Flower, Spanish Lead Understudy

Bryn Mawr College is located at 101 North Merion Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA 19010-2899

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It was the best weather in recent memory for Dock's Turkey Bowl today—and an almost perfect day for the Juniors, who eked out a 4-3 win over the Seniors, winning on a TD pass with 30 seconds to play. Congratulations to all of our Juniors and Seniors for a well-played game, and thanks to everyone who came out to watch!

See more photos on our Facebook page, and link to the video playlist here

Dock Mennonite Academy Superintendent Dr. Conrad Swartzentruber has written a letter to Dock students and their families, another in a series of communications the school has shared over the course of the past two years. In his November 22,2021 letter, Dr. Swartzentruber focuses on Dock's policy and planning initiatives to provide an environment that is safe for students both physically and emotionally.

Read the full text of the letter here

Lamplighter, the magazine for the Dock Mennonite Academy community, has published a special issue highlighting the Class of 2021. Features include coverage of Dock's 2021 Commencement, Senior Presentations, academic and athletic awards, and 8th Grade Celebration. Access the Class of 2021 Special Issue online at Dock's Publications web page.

Go to the Publications page