BMHS School Profile 2016-2017

BISHOP McNAMARA HIGH SCHOOL

2016-2017 PROFILE 6800 Marlboro Pike • Forestville, MD • 20747-3270 (301) 735-8401 • (301) 735-0934 (fax) • www.bmhs.org School Code: 210532

ADMINISTRATION Marco J. Clark, ‘85, Ed. D. President/CEO Robert Van der Waag, Ph.D. Principal Reginald Brady, M.Ed. LaSandra Hayes, M.S. Assistant Principals; Deans of Students Nigel Traylor, Ed.D. Assistant Principal; Academic Dean Brian Brower, M.Ed. Dean of Programs

COUNSELING STAFF Clare M. Treichel, LR ‘72, M.Ed. Director of Counseling; Director of College Counseling Phone: 301.735.8401, ext. 140 Email: Clare.Treichel@bmhs.org Jennifer Auchmoody, Ed.M., C.A.S. Assistant Director of College Counseling; Counselor Phone: 301.735.8401, ext. 144 Email: Jennifer.Auchmoody@bmhs.org Kristian D. Owens, ‘05, MSW, LCSW-C Counselor Phone: 301.735.8401, ext. 146 Email: Kristian.Owens@bmhs.org Michael J. Jones, ‘96, M.A. Counselor Phone: 301.735.8401, ext. 143 Email: Michael.Jones@bmhs.org Ashley M. Mickey, M.A. Counselor Phone: 301.735.8401, ext. 145 Email: Ashley.Mickey@bmhs.org Karen Vinci Registrar Susanne Mendiola Administrative Assistant

ADMISSIONS Patricia Garber, M.A., M.Ed. Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid Abigail Greer, M.A. Director of Admissions Jeffrey Southworth, ‘05 Associate Director of Admissions Herman Gloster, ‘96 Assistant Director of Admissions

Education is the art of bringing young people to completeness.

Blessed Basil Anthony Moreau, Founder, Congregation of Holy Cross

BMHS MISSION

BMHS GRADUATE PROFILE

A HOLY CROSS TRADITION

Academic Excellence • Think creatively and critically, ask thoughtprovoking questions, and solve problems concerning local, national, and international issues • Collaborate and communicate clearly using academic, technological, and personal skills to embrace the opportunities and challenges of an interconnected world

Bishop McNamara High School, a college preparatory school in the Holy Cross tradition, exists to educate and to form young men and women in and through the Catholic faith. The School challenges its students to think with Christ: a thought animated by the Gospel, manifested in service, and informed by academic excellence.

Bishop McNamara High School is sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross, whose earliest educational establishment in the United States is the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.

The Congregation of Holy Cross has established schools, as a continuation of the legacy of the Blessed Basil Anthony Moreau, to cultivate minds and hearts and to serve the needs of the Church and the world. Educational institutions sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross are entrusted with the stewardship of the vision of Blessed Basil Moreau. These institutions employ their resources in partnership with students, parents, guardians, and other members of the wider community.

Fr. Moreau wrote, “society has a greater need for people of values than it has for scholars”, and “positive values influence knowledge and put it to good use.” Therefore, at Bishop McNamara, we focus on the harmonious development of the whole person, offering information and formation for the transformation of the world. Our faith influences everything that we do and helps us to prepare our students for a meaningful life. We are dedicated to helping our students to see God in all things and the face of Christ in all people, to transform themselves and society, to seek truth in all that they do, and to be servant-leaders who seek to make the world a better place.

Holy Cross sponsored schools exist to promote the legacy and vision of Blessed Basil Moreau by developing leaders among the People of God for the good of Church and society.

Faith and Morals • Exhibit self-awareness and understanding of personal faith as they develop a personal relationship with God • Embody strong morals to face difficult decisions and to act in a manner which reflects an understanding of the dignity God affords all people Service and Justice • Empathize with others and value service as a personal commitment and a social responsibility • Exercise charity modeled by the ethics of Christ to the poor and marginalized Formation of Self • Gain appreciation for a broad range of disciplines and the opportunity to excel and succeed in their personal passions whether that is academics, athletics, or the arts, to develop their sense of self and continue to evolve as lifelong learners • Cultivate 21st century skills and a healthy lifestyle by understanding moderation and discipline in all things such as organization, nutrition, and exercise Transformation of Society • Appreciate cultures other than their own • Embrace differences in culture and use this knowledge to better find their role in the global community and to develop their identity

Sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross, Moreau Province

BMHS AT A GLANCE

GRADUATION PROFILE - CLASS OF 2016 4 4 YEAR COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES 90%

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Public: 50% Independent: 29% Catholic: 11%

2 YEAR COLLEGES 9% OTHER 1% CURRICULUM THEOLOGY Theology 9 Theology 10 Theology 11 Theology 12 Peer Ministry Philosophy of Religion Philosophy of Power & Privilege ENGLISH Freshman Gateway Seminar Literature & Composition, CP & Honors Rhetoric, CP & Honors American Literature British Literature AP English Language and Composition AP English Literature and Composition Creative Writing Advanced Creative Writing Journalism I Journalism II, III, & IV, Honors Yearbook Journalism Broadcast Journalism SOCIAL STUDIES Government & Politics, CP & Honors Western Civilization, CP & Honors United States History, CP & Honors Global Studies, CP & Honors Psychology AP Psychology AP U.S. History AP European History Contemporary American Politics Economics Women’s Studies African American Studies Popular Music in 20th Century America U.S. Civil & Human Rights I & II INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Cisco Network Administration I & II, Honors Computer Applications Computer Programming Web Design AP Computer Science A

SCIENCE Biology, CP & Honors AP Biology Chemistry, CP & Honors Conceptual Physics CP & Honors AP Chemistry Physics Anatomy & Physiology, CP & Honors Environmental Science Forensic Science AP Physics 1 AP Physics C Zoology MATHEMATICS Algebra I, CP & Honors Algebra I Lab Geometry, CP & Honors Geometry/Trigonometry, Honors Algebra II, CP & Honors Pre-Calculus, CP, Honors & Adv. Algebra III Statistics, Honors & AP Calculus, Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Functions and Trigonometry Personal Finance MODERN & CLASSICAL LANGUAGES American Sign Language I & II Arabic I, II, & III, Honors French I, CP & Honors French II, CP & Honors French III, CP & Honors French IV, CP & Honors AP French Language German I, Honors Japanese I, Honors Latin I, II, Honors Spanish I, CP & Honors Spanish II, CP & Honors Spanish III, CP & Honors Spanish IV, CP & Honors Spanish V, Honors AP Spanish Language AP Spanish Literature TESTING Freshmen: PSAT Sophomores: PSAT, AP Juniors: PSAT/NMSQT, AP Seniors: SAT, ACT, and AP

FINE ARTS Drawing Color Advanced Drawing Graphic Design Digital Art Advanced Digital Art Digital Photography AP Studio Art: 2D Photography Introduction to Theatre Theatre Tech: Sets, Lights Theatre Tech: Sound, Costumes Pit Crew Acting Advanced Acting Great Stages of Drama Musical Theatre Production Dramatic Theatre Production Concert Band, CP & Honors Percussion Ensemble Symphonic Band, CP & Honors String Orchestra, CP & Honors Wind Ensemble, CP & Honors Pep Band Jazz Ensemble Jazz Lab Music Theory Concert Choir Chamber Choir, Honors Show Choir Vocal Jazz Ensemble Tap I, II, III, & IV Beginner Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical Beginner/Intermediate Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical Intermediate/Advanced Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical Advanced Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical Traditional African Dance & Music I, II, III, & IV Sankofa Dance Company Dance I, II, III, & IV PHYSICAL EDUCATION Physical Education I and II Health Lifetime Sports Personal Fitness Sports Medicine Walking for Wellness Women’s Fitness CP = College Preparatory AP = Advanced Placement

Theology*

4.0

Fine Arts

1.0

Physical Education/Health

1.5

English

4.0

Mathematics

4.0

Information Technology

1.0

Science

3.0

Modern and Classical Languages

2.0

Social Studies

4.0

Electives

1.5

Total

26 credits

*Including service hours each year. Please note that community service hours are required in all years at Bishop McNamara H.S.

LETTER GRADE / PERCENT Letter

Percent

College Prep

Honors

A A-

A.P.

100-93

4.00

4.50

5.00

92-91

3.67

4.17

4.67

B+

90-88

3.33

3.83

4.33

B

87-85

3.00

3.50

4.00

B-

84-82

2.67

3.17

3.67

C+

81-79

2.33

2.83

3.33

C

78-75

2.00

2.50

3.00

C-

74-70

1.67

2.17

2.67

D

69-65

1.00

1.00

1.00

F

64-0

0.00

0.00

0.00

FACULTY Staffed by Lay Faculty Total Number of Faculty:

93

Average Teaching Experience:

14 yrs

Bachelor’s Degree:

100%

Advanced Degrees:

58%

ENROLLMENT

Total Students:

887

Average Class Size:

22

Student/Faculty Ratio:

10:1

HONORS/RECOGNITIONS HONORS Summa Cum Laude: Recognizes those students who achieve a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.900 and above.

Magna Cum Laude: Recognizes those students who achieve a GPA of 3.750 to 3.899.

Cum Laude: Recognizes those students who achieve a GPA of 3.500 to 3.749.

Dean’s List: Recognizes those students who achieve a GPA of 3.250 to 3.499.

CLASS RANK A ranking based on every student’s cumulative grade point average is computed at the end of the sixth, seventh, and eighth semesters based on the final grade in all subjects with extra weight given to Honors and Advanced Placement classes.

COURSE SCHEDULE The school year is divided into four nine-week quarters. Bishop McNamara follows a block schedule with alternating block days of four classes meeting 80 minutes each.

HONORS AND ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Honors courses are offered in English, mathematics, science, modern and classical languages, technology, social studies, and each of the fine arts disciplines. Advanced Placement courses are also offered in English language, English literature, calculus, statistics, computer programming, psychology, chemistry, biology, physics, French, Spanish, U.S. history, and European history. Advanced Placement courses are also offered in music theory, Latin Vergil, Latin Poetry, and modern and classical languages literature when there is sufficient student interest.

ACCREDITATION • Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (2014) • Approved by the Maryland State Department of Education • Member of the National Catholic Education Association

ABOUT BISHOP McNAMARA HIGH SCHOOL SPIRITUALITY A Holy Cross education encourages students to deepen their spiritual lives through education, worship, and service. Daily theology classes, spiritual retreats, and authentic prayer build understanding and relationships. Meaningful liturgical celebrations affirm our Christian identity and Catholic heritage.

THE HOLY CROSS SERVICE PROGRAM The Holy Cross Service Program is an integral part of student life at Bishop McNamara. As a school community we look to our students to live as Christ did, “feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, clothing the naked, offering hospitality to the homeless, caring for the sick and visiting the imprisoned.”

Students experience service as a formative process, not simply as a requirement to be met.

Depending on grade level, students work within a particular focus area such as children, the elderly or the economic poor. This ensures our students have had a diverse service experience when they graduate. The Holy Cross Service Program at Bishop McNamara High School is guided by love of neighbor and the work of social justice. Students are encouraged to move out of their comfort zones as they help those in need. As graduates, they continue to seek out those in need and to serve the communities around them, convinced that service is essential to Christian life.

CAMPUS MINISTRY The Campus Ministry Department strives to carry out the vision of Blessed Basil Moreau, C.S.C. “to make God known, loved, and served.” The five areas of focus are Retreats, Peer Ministry, Liturgy, Service, and Mission.

The retreat program is responsible for assisting our community in coming to know Jesus Christ. Through school-wide Liturgies and other forms of prayer, Campus Ministry helps students to come to know God. To serve the most in need, Campus Ministry provides opportunities for students to love and serve the Lord by helping the poor and marginalized.

In making God “known, loved, and served” the Campus Ministry Department fosters the spiritual formation and transformation of the entire Bishop McNamara community.

THE PEER MINISTRY PROGRAM A senior Theology Studies course that enables students to build self-awareness, become a mentor for ninth grade students, develop a spirituality based on contemplation and action, and investigate, both spiritually and academically, the roles of service and leadership in Christianity and Catholicism. Students serve as retreat leaders and peer mentors to the entire community.

THE FINE ARTS PROGRAM The Fine Arts Department at Bishop McNamara High School offers one of the most extensive arts programs in the Washington, D.C. area. Classroom instruction is offered in music, dance, art and theater. Students also have a spectrum of performance options, including jazz, orchestra, and band ensembles, dance recitals, theatrical productions and student art exhibits.

FINE ARTS DIPLOMA ENDORSEMENT (FADE) This program serves to refine students’ talent and skill, cultivate a community of respect, appreciation and understanding of the arts, and acknowledge students’ dedication to the Fine Arts throughout their high school career.

Students who graduate with the Fine Arts Diploma Endorsement receive a notation on their transcripts and a special honor certificate at graduation.

ATHLETIC PROGRAM Bishop McNamara competes in the highly competitive Washington Catholic Athletic Conference at the Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman levels. We strive to maintain a proud tradition in athletics. We expect our athletes, coaches, and fans to represent the student body and the Bishop McNamara community by displaying the highest standards of sportsmanship and self-discipline. The Athletic Department at Bishop McNamara seeks to educate the whole person, not just the athlete.

As an extension of the classroom, athletics at Bishop McNamara seeks to instill Christian values on the playing field, in the classroom, and in the community.

COUNSELING PROGRAM The Counseling Center offers a comprehensive, developmental program that meets the personal, social, emotional, academic, college, and career development needs of each student.

Our professional counselors provide support in a warm, inviting, and safe environment where students are always welcome and important.

We provide services to maximize students’ potential and achievement while fostering the independence and self-expression required for life long learning. In partnership with teachers, administrators, parents, and guardians, school counselors assist students as they learn to be effective problem solvers, responsible decisionmakers, and critical thinkers who will become independent, productive members of society.

Personal, college, and career counseling provides students with the tools necessary to grow spiritually and personally while preparing for life after high school.

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