YOUR CRUSADER JOURNEY STARTS HERE.
See what it means to be part of something bigger.
“Be
the man who never says die and someone who will face challenges and joys with courage and confidence. Know emphatically that God loves you, and with Him as your guide, you will make this changing world a better place.”
- Gregory Rando `77 Brother Martin High School President
CRUSADER PHILOSOPHY
The 157-year educational tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart is grounded in a holistic approach to education. We believe that young people learn from their total experience of the school setting.
RELIGIOUS VALUES
We care for our students. Through our love, our challenging them, we show them God’s love. We help our young men journey through a faith-filled and meaningful life, all under the loving care of our gracious and forgiving God. We provide a sanctuary for all students.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
We challenge our students. Our varied academic programs encourage students to develop their God-given intellect, to nurture their curiosity, and to give them confidence in their future professional plans. Academic Excellence is different for each student. Our goal is for each young man to reach his academic potential.
PERSONAL ATTENTION
We know our students. We know their families. We strive to know and value each student’s sacred story, recognizing that the complete experience of a young person exists in all aspects of his life - his family, his faith, his academics, and his own personal interests. Our students are more than grades and GPAs. They are young men of varied talents and interests, and we strive to know and support these.
FRIENDLY DISCIPLINE
We respect our students. We trust them to do “the right thing” and “get in their way” when they don’t, not to punish but to correct. We want every act to be a “learning moment,” even their flawed moments. We want them to respect themselves and hold themselves accountable for living a moral life.
CRUSADER HISTORY
Brother Martin is a private Catholic school offering a college preparatory curriculum for boys in grades 8 through 12. The school has a lay and religious faculty, which is under the direction of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, an international religious order founded in 1821 by Father André Coindre in Lyons, France.
In September of 1969, celebrating the 100th year of educational commitment to the youth of the New Orleans area, the Brothers of the Sacred Heart consolidated St. Aloysius (1869-1969) and Cor Jesu (1954-1969) high schools under the title of Brother Martin High School.
In selecting the name, the Brothers honored one of their own. His contributions to the Brothers and to education are inscribed on the plaque in the lobby of the school: Brother Martin Hernandez, S.C., a Brother of the Sacred Heart whose lifetime of dedicated service to the youth of New Orleans is perpetuated by this building.
CURRICULUM
“Brother Martin High School is committed to academic excellence. We believe in the unique potential of each student. Our curriculum is designed to provide educational opportunities that will enhance our students’ continued growth and development. We encourage students to work to their fullest potential, use their talents most effectively, and give themselves the broadest possible education.”
- Michael Lynn `04, Assistant Principal for Academics
UNSTRUCTURED CLASS PERIOD
All students have one unstructured class period every day. The unstructured class period is designed to provide the student opportunities to do independent study, including reference work, and to use the library, Formation Center and resource centers. The student can also arrange conferences with teachers, guidance counselors and/or campus ministers. While always under adult supervision, the student develops a sense of self-responsibility, self-discipline, efficient use of his unstructured time, and serious study habits.
THE FORMATION CENTER
The Formation Center is designated to provide tutoring to students who need academic assistance before school, during their unstructured periods and/or after school. Students come to the center voluntarily or as required by teachers, counselors or the Formation Director. The Formation Center is also a place where students remediate missed or incomplete homework assignments in order to better prepare them for their classes. Teachers and National Honor Society members are available to provide any necessary assistance in building skills and strategies to foster students’ academic success.
REGULAR SCHEDULE
7:55 am First Tone
8:00 - 8:50 am First Period
8:53 - 9:43 am Second Period
9:46 - 10:36 am Third Period
10:36 - 10:41 am Announcements
10:44 - 11:34 am Fourth Period
11:37 am - 12:27 pm Fifth Period
12:30 - 1:20 pm Sixth Period
1:23 - 2:13 pm Seventh Period
2:16 - 3:06 pm Eighth Period
“Brother Martin has provided us with an education of both mind and heart. We’ve been taught to lead not with pride, but with purpose. Not for recognition, but in service. We’ve been challenged to reflect on not just what we do, but on who we are.”
- Braeden Dunne
Brother Martin Valedictorian, Class of 2025
The University of Alabama
Braeden Dunne
Class of 2025 Valedictorian Visitation of Our Lady
Carson Landry Class of 2025 Valedictorian Christian Brothers School
Myles Monzon Class of 2025 Valedictorian Christ the King School
Recent Brother Martin graduates were offered admission to the following Colleges & Universities:
American University
Appalachian State University
Arizona State University
Auburn University
Baton Rouge Community College
Baylor University
Belhaven University
Belmont University
Benedict College
Boston College
California Baptist University
Case Western Reserve University
Centenary College of Louisiana
Christian Brothers University
Clemson University
College of Charleston
College of William and Mary
College of the Ozarks
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado State University
Cornell University
Cumberland University
Delgado Community College
DePaul University
Duke University
East Tennessee State University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Emory University
Florida Institute of Technology
Florida International University
Florida State University
Fordham University
Georgia State University
Georgetown University
Grambling State University
Harvard University
Hawai`i Pacific University
Hendrix College
High Point University
Howard University
Illinois Institute of Technology
Iowa State University
Ithaca College
Jackson State University
Jacksonville University
Johns Hopkins University
Louisiana State University
Louisiana Tech University
Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University New Orleans
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
McNeese State University
Michigan State University
MidAmerican Nazarene University
Middle Tennessee State University
Millsaps College
Mississippi College
Mississippi State University
Morehouse College
Nelson University
New York University
Nicholls State University
North Carolina A&T State University
Northern Virginia Community College
Northwestern University
Northwestern Michigan College
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Nunez Community College
Oakland University
Oklahoma State University
Ouachita Baptist University
Pace University, New York
Purdue University
Rhodes College
Rice University
Saint Edward’s University
Saint Louis University
Samford University
San Diego State University
Savannah College of Art and Design
Seton Hall University
Sewanee: The University of the South
Shelton State Community College
Southeastern Louisiana University
Southern Methodist University
Southern University and A&M College
Spring Hill College
Texas A&M at Galveston
Texas A&M University
Texas Christian University
Texas Southern University
Texas State University
Texas Wesleyan University
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy
The Catholic University of America
The Ohio State University
The University of Alabama
The University of Oklahoma
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
The University of Texas, Austin
The University of Virginia
Trinity University
Tulane University
CRIMSON
RECENT CRUSADER GRADUATES ARE ATTENDING THESE COLLEGES OR UNIVERSITIES
SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
Tuskegee University
United States Air Force Academy
United States Coast Guard Academy
United States Merchant Marine Academy
United States Military Academy West Point
United States Naval Academy
University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Arizona
University of Arkansas
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Central Florida
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Dallas
University of Denver
University of Florida
University of Georgia
University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Holy Cross
University of Houston
University of Kentucky
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
University of Louisiana Monroe
University of Miami
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
University of Mississippi
University of Montevallo
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
University of New Mexico
University of New Orleans
University of North Florida
University of Notre Dame
University of Oregon
University of Pennsylvania
University of South Alabama
University of Southern California
University of South Carolina
University of Southern Mississippi
University of Washington
University of West Georgia
Vanderbilt University
Villanova University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Wake Forest University
Washington University in St. Louis
William Carey University
Xavier University of Louisiana
Yale University
WE’RE GOING TO FIGHT FOR OUR ALMA MATER; FOR BROTHER MARTIN, CRIMSON AND GOLD.
WE’RE GOING TO SHOUT ’TIL THE SKIES RESOUND IT; WE’RE GOING TO WIN OVER FOES UNTOLD.
THE CRIMSON CRUSADERS ARE OUR HEROES; THEY ARE THE MEN WHO NEVER SAY DIE. SO WHILE THE WHOLE GANG IS HERE
LET’S STAND UP AND CHEER FOR BROTHER MARTIN HIGH!
GET INVOLVED
Student Activities
ACADEMIC
Academic Games Team
Book Club
Close Up
CyberPatriot Team
Excalibur National Honor Society for Excellence in Science
Herpetology Club
Literary Magazine (The Pen and Sword)
Literary Rally
Mu Alpha Theta
National Honor Society
National Junior Honor Society
Quiz Bowl Team
Robotics Club
Tabletop Gaming Club
World Culture Club
Yearbook (Yesterday)
ARTS
Art & Design Club
Band (Concert, Marching, Pep, Stage, and Symphonic)
Chorus
Drama Club (Dionysians)
ATHLETIC
Beach Volleyball
Bowling Club
Cheerleading
Fishing Club
Intramural Athletics
Lacrosse
Rugby
Ultimate Frisbee Club
SERVICE
Key Club
Student Ambassadors
Student Council
Student Recruiting Team
SPIRITUAL
Crusaders for Life & Justice Team
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Student Ministers
OTHER CLUBS
Crusader Streaming & Programming Network (CSPN)
Culinary Crusaders
Esports Team
NJROTC Teams (Academic, Athletic, Color Guard, Drill, Orienteering Rifle)
ADMISSIONS TIMELINE
Thursday, November 6 Open House
Wednesday, November 12 Elementary students are given online access to Archdiocesan Application forms, www.brothermartin.com, or visit www.archdiocese-no.org.
Friday, November 14
Students return completed Archdiocesan Application form to their elementary school with their one school of choice.
Tuesday, November 18 Applications & Records sent from Catholic Elementary Schools to High Schools.
Wednesday, December 3 All online Brother Martin Applications are due to the Admissions Office (click APPLY at www.brothermartin.com).
2026
Saturday, January 10
Thursday, February 26
Application Day: all students must report to the school of their choice.
Letters of Acceptance mailed to all 8th & 9th grade applicants.
Saturday, March 21 Crusader Registration Day for ALL accepted applicants.
Brother Martin High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies.
ADMISSION IS SELECTIVE AND BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
• The student’s desire to attend Brother Martin High School
• Cumulative elementary school records
• Recommendations of elementary school principal and teachers
• Results of interview with each applicant and his parent(s)/guardian(s)
Prospective students may request application materials at any time.
“IT’S ALL ABOUT THE KIDS.”
- Brother Jean Sobert, S.C.
Crusader Nation
WHERE DO OUR CRUSADERS LIVE?
Brother Martin students come from 53 different zip codes and over 122 different schools throughout the metropolitan New Orleans area and the United States.
LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN
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TRANSPORTATION
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Carpooling is the most popular form of transportation, and a zip code listing in the student directory enables families to coordinate their efforts in this regard.
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
Tuition can be paid annually, semi-annually, quarterly, or monthly. Brother Martin continues to offer interest-free tuition payments, which can save the average family over $1,000 a year in interest fees on school loans.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance, in the form of Work Study Grants, is available and applies to tuition only (payment of the registration fee is required). Tuition Reductions are awarded to students whose families demonstrate financial need and are granted in conjunction with Work Study Grants. Brother Martin awards over $750,000.00 annually.
Brother Martin High School is currently partnered with 5 Student Tuition Organizations (STO) that help offer families the option for their children to experience the high-quality academic and spiritual opportunities provided by Louisiana Catholic Schools.
• ACE Scholarships
• Arete Scholars
• Aspiring Scholars
• Son of a Saint Scholars
• LA Gator
FINANCIAL INVESTMENT
STUDENT DEVICE TYPES
ACADEMIC SCHOLARS
Students eligible for Academic Scholarships at Brother Martin are incoming 8th and 9th graders. These scholarships range in value from one month to three months of tuition and are renewable for an additional three to four years, depending on the recipient’s year of entrance and the student’s ability to maintain a 3.5 grade point average for each academic quarter and enroll in at least one honors course each academic year. A student’s elementary academic profile, including grades and standardized test scores, are taken into consideration when the scholarship committee blindly chooses recipients.
“For
each Crusader, on each and every day, we work to develop true understanding, mastery of skills, and a sense of self-motivated responsibility that will serve them through college and beyond.”
- Ian Supak Student Formation and AP Coordinator
PARENT EXPERIENCE
ELYSIAN FIELDS FOREVER
CRUSADER COOKOFF
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
PARENT EXPERIENCE
TRIVIA NIGHT
MARTY GRAS
DAY AT THE RACES
MARTIN MADNESS
HOLIDAY HOME TOUR
DAD & GRAD DAY OF REFLECTION
GOLF CLASSIC
TENNIS TOURNAMENT
PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
FISHING RODEO
WHY BROTHER MARTIN?
Forged in Brotherhood!
We are proud to have sent all three of our sons to Brother Martin High School - it has been one of the best decisions for our family.
What makes Brother Martin so special:
• A true sense of community and family that makes every student feel they belong.
• Shared values that guide young men to grow in character, faith, and responsibility.
• An outstanding education that prepares them not just for college, but for life.
• Engaged faculty who care deeply about their students’ success.
• Supportive leadership that sets a strong vision and example for the entire school.
Brother Martin is more than a school–it’s a place where boys grow into men of integrity, faith, and service. We are so grateful for the role it has played in shaping our sons’ futures.
From
Grundmeyer Parents
Brad and Kelly
of Aidan `22, Kellan `27, and Brayden `29
Aidan Grundmeyer Class of 2022
Brayden Grundmeyer Class of 2029
Kellan Grundmeyer Class of 2027
FORGED INBROTHERHOOD FORGEDDIN HOOD
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