Pictured: Ms. Linda Tishko and Dr. Philip A. McHale ’58

MMI Head of School Mrs. Theresa Long is pleased to announce The Dr. Philip A. McHale ’58 and Ms. Linda Tishko Scholarship for College Credit Opportunities, a one-time, donor-funded initiative that will reduce 30% of the per-credit cost for eligible students participating in the Pre-College Credit program at Lackawanna College this spring.

Through this program, MMI students have the flexibility to take classes online, attend courses at the Lackawanna College Hazleton Center, or participate in concurrent classes held at MMI Preparatory School to earn college credits. The collaboration aims to save students time and money toward their higher education goals, gain exposure to college-level coursework, review pathways to career-focused programs, and explore fields of study before committing to a major.

Currently, juniors and seniors can choose between nine different concurrent enrollment courses. Additionally, students in 10th grade can select dual enrollment tracks which gives them the opportunity to earn an associate’s degree while still enrolled at MMI. 

Mrs. Long was excited about the scholarship, saying, “We are grateful for the wonderful contribution from Dr. McHale and Ms. Tishko. With this scholarship, we’re excited to provide more students with the opportunity to experience college courses, preparing them for whichever path they choose after graduation. We can’t thank Dr. McHale and Ms. Tishko enough.” 

“We are proud to support this program and emphasize the power of collaboration between MMI and Lackawanna College,” said Dr. Philip A. McHale ’58. “By working together, we’re creating meaningful opportunities for students to experience college-level coursework, explore their interests, and build a strong foundation for their future. I hope this initiative inspires even more partnerships that benefit our students and their educational journeys.”

Prospective and current students and families can learn more about MMI’s and Lackawanna College’s Pre-College Credit program by visiting www.mmiprep.org/academics/college-credits-in-upper-school, contacting Dr. Tammy M. Chrin, MMI’s Director of College Counseling, at (570) 636-1108 x169 or tchrin@mmiprep.org, or visiting MMI at one of its upcoming Discover MMI events on January 15 or January 25. More information can be found about those events at https://www.mmiprep.org/discover-mmi/.