Honoring Our MVHS Coaches on National Coaches Day
At Destination: College, we know that success—both in the classroom and on the field—takes teamwork. On National Coaches Day, we proudly celebrate the incredible Mount Vernon High School coaches who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to shaping the next generation of student-athletes. Our coaches do more than build strong teams—they build strong futures. Every…
Read MoreVolunteer Breakfast: Celebrating the Heart of Destination: College
Last week, Destination: College hosted our dedicated volunteers for our annual Volunteer Breakfast at the Bronxville Field Club. The event was a chance to reconnect with the people who make our mission possible and to highlight the impact of volunteering. Highlights from the Breakfast It was a joyful reminder that together, we are building a…
Read MoreBack to School: A New Season of Growth for Destination: College Student-Athletes
As summer winds down and the new school year begins, our Destination: College (DC) student-athletes are stepping back onto the fields, courts, and classrooms with fresh energy and determination. This time of year is always filled with excitement and possibility—new classes, new teammates, and new goals to chase both academically and athletically. At DC, we…
Read MoreGetting Ready for College!
Our 2025 graduates, now rising freshmen, are eagerly preparing to begin new adventures at their new colleges in the coming weeks. Each summer we attend a wonderful event to shop for free dorm supplies hosted by Grad Bag. Grad Bag is a non-profit founded in 2012. They have provided dorm room essentials for more than…
Read MoreNew Additions! Alumnae Update: Summer of 2025 – Edit
We love maintaining connections with our Destination: College alum and it’s especially exciting when they share their ongoing adventures with us. Here’s how some of them are spending their summer this year! Thank you to all for sending the great photos! Keep up the great work and we hope you enjoy your summer!
Read MoreIntroducing Our 2025 Cooney Scholars
Each year, Destination: College selects student-athletes from the graduating class to be honored as Cooney Scholars—students whose academic excellence, leadership, and grit, embody the very best of our mission. The Cooney Scholarship Program at Destination: College is named in memory of Jeff Cooney, DC’s former board member who was unwavering in his dedication to our…
Read MoreBest Night of The Year 2025
By Board Chair Nancy McKenna On a gorgeous June evening before a sellout crowd, Destination: College (DC) celebrated this year’s class of Cooney Scholars with a very special guest- legendary NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Siwanoy Country Club proved a fitting venue to recognize the many who have made DC ‘s mission possible for over 19 years.…
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College Knowledge for Our Graduating Seniors
College Knowledge comprises two sessions of informal discussion for Destination: College graduating seniors and is part of our College Readiness program. The sessions takes place in the Cooney College Center each May. The goals of College Knowledge are to give real-world information about starting college; provide support and reassurance in a safe, nurturing environment; tackle…
Read MoreEmpowering Futures
The Impact of the Cooney College Center and Cooney Scholarship Program at Destination: College At the heart of every transformative educational journey is a support system that believes in the potential of students. At Destination: College, the Cooney College Center and the Cooney Scholarship Program stand as powerful testaments to what is possible when young…
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