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75 Years of Defining Success

APPLY TODAY To learn more, visit www.awhs.org CONTACT US Archbishop Williams High School Office of Admissions 40 Independence Avenue Braintree, MA 02184 781-535-6051 admissions@awhs.org CONNECT Follow us on social media to find out why it’s a great time to be a Bishop! @archbishopwilliamshigh @archbishopwilliamshs @GoAWAthletics

FAST FACTS

760+ STUDENTS ENROLLED

50/50 MALE TO FEMALE RATIO

14K+ ALUMNI NETWORK

48+

SURROUNDING TOWNS & CITIES

3%

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM ASIA AND EUROPE

AWHS MISSION STATEMENT Archbishop Williams High School is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory, grades 7-12 school. We endeavor to educate young men and women spiritually, intellectually, ethically and physically. Driven by the love of Christ, in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we integrate learning with faith. We strive to graduate socially aware, morally responsible citizens prepared to succeed and to serve their local and global communities.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

• Four credits in Theology (one per academic year) • Four credits in English (one per academic year) • Four credits in Mathematics (one per academic year) • Three credits in Social Studies (U.S. History I & II required) • Three credits in the same Foreign Language* • Three credits in a Laboratory Science (including Biology and Chemistry) • One credit in Arts • Three additional elective credits Note: Starting with the Class of 2028, students will be required to take three credits in Foreign Language. Students must take a minimum of six full credit-bearing courses per academic year. A minimum of 24 credits are required to graduate.

FEATURING BISHOPS’ BLOCK

AT A GLANCE

• Average class size is 16 • Curriculum to meet the needs and interests of each individual student • Fully-aligned curriculum for Grades 7-12 provides a Catholic education that nurtures the mind, body and spirit of every child • Accelerated academic path of AP Programs for Grades 9-12 • Robust elective offerings in science, history, arts, engineering and on-campus internships • Opportunity to engage in independent research with faculty

ACADEMICS

• Daily opportunity within the school day to pursue co-curriculars intended to deepen academic interests and enrichment • Students self-direct their own pursuits through innovative explorations • Dedicated to the education of the whole child • Build relationships across the campus through collaboration with new faculty and students

AT A GLANCE

• Focus on study skills, time management and executive functioning in a small classroom environment • Individualized attention to ensure intellectual and moral development of each student • Dedicated middle-school specific Program Director and School Counselor • All 7th & 8th Grade students are invited to try out for all athletic teams and are welcome to participate in all co-curricular activities offered • Campus facilities are accessible to students from 7am to 5pm at no additional cost

7th & 8th GRADE PROGRAM

AT A GLANCE • 25 MIAA-sanctioned athletic

teams which compete in the Catholic Central League (CCL) • Multiple levels for most teams to encourage participation • Newly renovated: $4+ million Ted Healy ’86 Sports Complex

GIRLS SPORTS FALL Cheerleading Cross Country Soccer Volleyball

BOYS SPORTS FALL Cross Country Football Golf Soccer

WINTER Basketball Cheerleading Hockey Track & Field Swimming

WINTER Basketball Hockey Track & Field Swimming

SPRING Lacrosse Track & Field Softball Tennis Golf

SPRING Baseball Lacrosse Track & Field

AT A GLANCE

• No fees to participate in any co-curricular activities • Renovated design lab and state-of-the-art auditorium • Award-winning Bionic Bishops robotics team • Two annual performances of the theatre ensemble

Admissions Ambassadors Advanced Scientific Research Baking Club Campus Ministry Chess Club Chorus Diversity and Unity Club Esports & Gaming Culture Foreign Affairs & Policy Forensics Techniques Math Team Mock Trial Model UN Origami

Philosophy Club Photography Club Robotics Speak Up Club Speech & Debate Stocks & Investing Student Council Technical Theatre Theatre Ensemble Yearbook Club Young Womens Leadership Initiavtive And more!

CO-CURRICULARS

CO-CURRICULARS

SERVICE & OUTREACH

• Students in Grades 7 & 8 participate in community-based service projects • Each student in Grades 9 & 10 fulfills a minimum of 20 hours of outreach annually • Juniors complete 20 hours of outreach service with one organization or various organizations with the same theme or topic • Seniors complete 20 hours of outreach service at one organization or a hands-on service project for a non-profit organization • Students are encouraged to participate in local and international service trips

AT A GLANCE

• “The Love of Christ Drives Us On” • Over 17,000+ hours of community outreach completed annually by our students • AWHS community gathers monthly to celebrate Liturgies • Students engage in reflection at annual grade-level retreats

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A Bed for Every Child Birthday Wishes Catholic Charities Cradles To Crayons Father Bill’s/MainSpring Operation Gratitude Project Linus The Outreach Program (End Hunger New England) Various local food pantries, councils on aging, veteran services, animal shelters and more

FAITH & SERVICE

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PARTNERS

AT A GLANCE • 100% college acceptance rate for all applicants; 98% of graduates matriculate to fouryear colleges; 2% continue to post-graduate year, enlist in the military or pursue a trade • 230+ unique colleges visit campus each year through the college admissions events series • Parent education series relating to all aspects of the college process • College Essay Boot Camp offered to rising Seniors • On campus SAT Prep course is offered to Juniors and Seniors and is led by a certified instructor. Last Spring scores of the students who participated in the SAT Prep course had a 9% increase in their SAT scores compared to their fall PSAT scores.

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MATRICULATION

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS (Grades 7-9) • •

Ravenna Application Academic Records (final report cards for 22-23 and 23-24, current report card, attendance record, discipline record and standardized testing) • English Teacher Recommendation • Math Teacher Reccomendation • Entrance Exams (Choose one): Grades 7 & 8: ISEE Middle Level, SSAT or MAP Grade 9: ISEE Upper Level, HSPT, SSAT or MAP

TRANSFER STUDENT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS (Grades 10-11)

• Ravenna Application • Academic Records (final report cards for 22-23 and 23-24, current report card, attendance record, discipline record and standardized testing) • Interview

SAVE THE DATE!

Open House events are offered Sunday 10/27 and Sunday 11/3.

HSPT and ISEE exams are offered on campus on Saturday 11/2 and Saturday 12/7.

Visit our website for more information.

PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE

REGULAR APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applicable to students applying to Grades 7-11.

Application Deadline - February 3, 2025 Financial Aid Deadline - January 2, 2025 Decisions Released - March 7, 2025 Welcome Reception - March 19, 2025 Enrollment Deadline - April 4, 2025 Placement Exam (Gr. 9 only) - April 5, 2025

IT’S A GREAT TIME TO BE A BISHOP! Due to strong interest over the last few years, we encourage applicants to adhere to the posted deadlines.

PROCESS & TIMELINE

Applicable to students applying to Grades 7-9.

Application Deadline - January 6, 2025 Financial Aid Deadline -January 2, 2025 Decisions Released - January 31, 2025 Welcome Reception - February 12, 2025 Enrollment Deadline - March 3, 2025 Placement Exam (Gr. 9 only) - April 5, 2025

$20M+ SPENT ON CAMPUS IMPROVEMENTS IN THE LAST 10 YEARS

NETWORK OF 14K+ ALUMNI WHO CONTINUALLY SUPPORT THE GROWTH AND EXPANSION OF AWHS

Archbishop Williams High School www.awhs.org 80 Independence Avenue Braintree, MA 02184

781-535-6051

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