Christian Brothers High School • Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS Dear Parents and Families: As the Director of Communications since 2007, people have asked me over the years to tell them what I think is the best thing about Christian Brothers High School. My immediate answer is always “the kids!” There is just something special about the students who choose CB. But, I realize it is so much more than that. The dedicated faculty, administrators and staff create an environment that allows every student to thrive. It is amazing to watch the transformation that occurs between the first day of freshman year and the hard-earned walk across the stage at graduation. Students at CB are valued for exactly who they are and encouraged to find and foster their God-given gifts. They are encouraged to share their gifts with others in the classroom, through Christian service, as athletes, artists, and members of the community. This spring, I was honored to be named the Director of Admissions and Communications. It is humbling, to say the least, to be entrusted with this vital role of furthering the 140year legacy of this great school. If you were to ask me the best part of this job, again I would say “the kids!” Over the past four weeks, the Admissions team visited 35 parochial, private and public schools. On these visits, we have been joined by our phenomenal Lasallian Student Ambassadors. Each day, I marvel at their intelligence, dedication and enthusiasm as they share their love of CB while encouraging prospective students to attend Open House and schedule shadow visits. Each day, they remind me why Christian Brothers High School is the place to be!
October 2015 FALL SEMESTER Christian Brothers High School Monthly Newsletter
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CB is the place to: Be challenged by teachers who embody the Lasallian tradition of inspiring students to meet their full, God-given potential. CB’s core curriculum and wide variety of elective courses prepare students for the academic rigors of college and for a lifetime of learning. Be artistic as part of CB’s vibrant media, visual and performing arts program. Currently, more than 600 students participate in one or more of the school’s eight choral groups, six instrumental performance groups, numerous arts courses, and KBFT television station. Be athletic in one or more of CB’s 28 sports. With sports at the freshmen, junior varsity and varsity level, students are able to develop skills and discover talent in areas they may not have anticipated prior to attending high school.
Be inspired to explore, embrace and celebrate faith and service in a Lasallian, Catholic community dedicated to touching the hearts and minds of students. Be part of our community dedicated to developing the “whole” child with a variety outstanding co-curricular programs that allow students to fully engage as valued members of our campus life. When I first joined the staff at CB, I was told that “CB was the best kept secret in Sacramento.” While that was not exactly encouraging news, school administrators, enthusiastic parents, proud alumni, the admissions team and most importantly, our amazing students, set about changing that perception. Today, CB is the largest Catholic high school in the region with students joining us from 77 zip codes and nine foreign countries. The academic programs have never been stronger as evidenced by three consecutive years on the Washington Post’s list of “America’s Most Challenging Private High Schools.” And, while many schools boast exclusivity, Christian Brothers High School boasts inclusivity. A recent list from “Niche Rankings” identifies the Most Diverse Private High Schools in America. According to “Niche,”CB ranks 43 out of 532 high schools based on diversity statistics and opinions from both students and parents. “Niche” describes a high ranking as an indication “that the school is extremely diverse and fosters a community that accepts and promotes a diversity of viewpoints, backgrounds, religious beliefs etc.” You, as CB parents and families, are vital partners in telling our story. Prospective students and parents tell us that the positive stories shared with them by enthusiastic CB parents, students and alumni have inspired them to consider CB as they evaluate their high school options. I am grateful to all the teachers, staff, students, parents and families who help us to ensure that in its 140th year in Sacramento, Christian Brothers High School is still the place to be. Sincerely,
Kristen McCarthy Director of Admissions and Communications
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