Sacred Heart School Junior Olivia Colombo wins a 2017 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing

KINGSTON, Mass. - Jan. 10, 2017 - PRLog -- Sacred Heart School (www.sacredheartkingston.com), a private, Catholic, co-educational school for students in preschool through grade 12, is proud to announce that high school junior Olivia Colombo of Kingston, Massachusetts, has been named a 2017 National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) winner.  She was one of only 50 nationally to achieve this honor.

The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing recognizes high school women who are interested in computing and technology, and encourages them to continue to pursue their passion for computing and technology.  This year's Aspirations Award competition attracted more than 3,500 applications nationally, making this year's selection process the most competitive yet.  Recipients are selected based on their demonstrated interest and achievements in computing, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post-secondary education.

The NCWIT Award for AiC is sponsored by Apple, Bank of America, Microsoft, Motorola Solutions Foundation, and Symantec.

Colombo has previously been recognized for her achievements in technology.  Most recently, she received an honorable mention in the national THINK (Technology for Humanity guided by Innovation, Networking, and Knowledge) competition, sponsored by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, for "The Green Highway Project:  Electromagnetism and Thermocouple Technology," which demonstrated how highways can be utilized as a new source of renewable energy.  As an eighth grader, Colombo placed 3^rd in the national ProjectCSGirls Middle School Computer Science Contest.

"We couldn't be prouder of Olivia!  As a lead student in our STEAM curriculum, she has embraced these opportunities and truly represents the best of Sacred Heart," said Sacred Heart School President Sister Myra Rodgers, CDP.

About Sacred Heart School

Sacred Heart School is a private, co-educational Catholic school system, providing educational opportunities for students from preschool through grade 12 in 35 communities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod.  As a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence, Sacred Heart School strives to inspire minds, define character and encourage responsible leadership through a curriculum that prepares students to pursue knowledge throughout their lives.

Situated on 100 acres with a present enrollment of 725 students, the Sacred Heart campus encompasses an Early Education Center, Elementary School and High School. The school offers a strong liberal arts curriculum and cutting-edge technology programs in combination with extensive athletic, arts and extra-curricular activities to ensure students a well-rounded education.

Founded in 1947, the school has seen many changes since its inception, including the recent construction of a $2 million Science and Innovation Center, upgrades to the Observatory, the addition of a large organic garden, a new robotics program at the kindergarten level and a full complement of beautiful athletic fields and facilities.

The campus is in use throughout the year as the site of several vibrant summer programs, including SHIELD (Sacred Heart Interdisciplinary Education Leadership Development), the school's proprietary summer enrichment program and Camp Morningstar, a long-standing recreational camp with sailing, swimming, sports, games and field trips.

Sacred Heart is proud of its near 100% college acceptance rate and pleased to offer its students opportunities to participate in internship programs with regional financial and technological firms.

Sacred Heart is led by President Sister Myra Rodgers, CDP, who holds Masters degrees in Theology and Music.  Both High School Principal Michael Gill and Early Childhood Center and Elementary School Principal Kim Stoloski hold doctorates in Education.

Sacred Heart School welcomes students of all faiths and diverse backgrounds. The school prides itself in a commitment to developing the whole student, offering an independent school atmosphere and top-tier academics. The Sacred Heart campus is located at 251-399 Bishops Highway, Kingston, MA 02364. For additional information about the school, please visit www.sacredheartkingston.com or call 781-585-7511.