Welcome to Maryvale Preparatory School! As you explore the possibilities in your educational journey, we are thrilled to invite you to learn more about our community. Maryvale is a Catholic independent girls' school for grades six through 12 dedicated to fostering a learning environment rich in academic excellence.
Discover the Maryvale Difference: Excellence, Community, and Growth
In my third year as President, I am continuously inspired by our mission and the Hallmarks of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. These guiding principles are fundamental in shaping our educational philosophy and embody the core values of Maryvale. For 80 years, Maryvale has offered an exceptional learning experience that enables each young woman to reach her full academic, spiritual, physical, and civic potential within a loving and supportive community.
At Maryvale, you can expect a rigorous curriculum tailored to ignite your curiosity and align with your interests. Along with our dedicated faculty, you will find inspiration in every subject. In addition to a robust academic program, we offer a variety of extracurricular and athletic programs, leadership opportunities, and community service initiatives that promote wellness and personal growth.
Here, you will form lasting friendships, and engage in meaningful experiences that will prepare you for success in high school and beyond. We encourage you to visit our campus, attend our many admissions events, and immerse yourself in the Maryvale experience. We can't wait to meet you!
Warm regards,
Malika DeLancey
President
Malika DeLancey serves as president of Maryvale Preparatory School in Lutherville, where she supervises 112 employees at the grades 6-12 all-girls independent Catholic institution.
Ms. DeLancey built her career through progressive leadership roles in education. Before assuming the presidency at Maryvale Preparatory School, she served as director of admission at Oldfields School and lower school principal at The Park School. She also held multiple positions at McDonogh School, including associate head of lower school and director of diversity K-12. Her career also includes tenure at Garrison Forest School as director of multicultural affairs and assistant director of admission.
A lifelong educator in the Baltimore region, Ms. DeLancey earned her master’s degree in education from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Maryland, College Park.
Ms. DeLancey’s community engagement extends to board memberships with Middle Grades Partnership, Sisters Circle and Baltimore Educational Scholarship Trust. Through Sisters Circle, she has mentored several girls through middle and high school. The Daily Record named Ms. DeLancey one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women in 2025.