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1. Honors Provides the academic background needed to succeed in a college or university setting and o ers the opportunity to gain college credit while still enrolled in high school.
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Dual Credit Courses Accounting I Accounting II Aviation - EKU Career Pathways Biology 110 Business Administration Business ApplicationsComputer Calculus Communications Computer Science - EKU Career Pathways Criminal Justice 101Understanding the Criminal Justice System Criminal Justice and Police Studies - EKU Career Pathways English 101 English 102 History 120 - United States History Since 1877 Principles of CommunicationsBusiness Principles of Marketing Psychology Sociology Understanding Art Understanding Music Advanced Placement Courses AB Chemistry AP World History Biology Government & Politics Human Geography Physics I Spanish US History Computer Science A 14 Average class size 100% College acceptance 45 Zip codes represented 11:1 Student-to-faculty ratio 48 College credit hours available per student 97% Exceed expected ACT score STATSOUR FAITH † BROTHERHOOD † TRADITION DESALES HIGH SCHOOL Path.
Meet the needs of our diverse student population:
CHOOSE YOUR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS High School is an all-male, post-secondary preparatory school dedicated to providing a personalized education to shape young men to be the responsible leaders of tomorrow. To meet this goal, DeSales High School strives to deliver the highest standards in each of these areas: studies environment and education programs attention to the social needs of each student class sizes allowing for low teacher-to-student ratio to God’s call to serve one another to the personal success of each student both inside and outside of the classroom
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2. Scholastic Designed for students who demonstrate average or above-average pro ciency in reading, language and mathematics. Students earn the credits required by the Kentucky Core Curriculum and a minimum of two years of the same world language study to prepare for post-secondary education at both two and four-year colleges and universities.
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3. Academic Designed for students who may need additional academic support to thrive and prepare for technical college, community college, or another form of post-secondary training upon graduation.
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• Personalized learning
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Learning Differences DeSales educates students of all academic levels and provides an acclaimed program for students with learning accommodations in and outside of the classroom. o ers core classes, traditional classes, and a wide variety of elective courses to prepare students for post-secondary success. Each student is provided a unique and personalized educational path to graduation, challenging every student at their speci c academic levels. has something to o er every student from the largest variety of AP & Dual Credit Courses to an award-winning Learning Di erences Program.
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“STEM school certification not only recognizes and affirms the way we are affecting 21st Century learning, but it also raises our awareness about how we can best provide young men the tools they need to succeed at the next level.”
STEM CERTIFICATION
DeSales High School is a leader in educational and technological innovation, having been named a STEM certi ed school, one of only two Kentucky schools to receive this prestigious designation and the only all-male school. The STEM certi cation is awarded by AdvancED™, an organization a liated with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools™, after a rigorous, yearlong review. “Observations in the classroom verified that students were involved in identifying and solving real-world problems, with their teachers providing the guidance and support needed to tackle inquiry-based learning.”
~ Dr. Anastasia Quirk, Principal Opened in the Fall of 2020, the Gaming Innovations Lab (GIL) houses twelve state-of-the-art video gaming computers for multiple video game 3D design classes including Intro to 3D Design and Intro & Advanced Video Game Design. This lab also provides a space for players to practice and compete in the newly sanctioned KHSAA sport, eSports.
• State-of-the-art STEM Center with basic to advanced robotics, augmented reality ZSpace Computers, Video & Film Green Room, and 3D Printing.
~ Dr. David Barnett, AdvancED Lead Evaluator
• 1:1 Technology Device – Each freshman receives a new Apple iPad that goes with them even after graduation.
TECHNOLOGY ALSO INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING: DESALES HIGH SCHOOL FAITH † BROTHERHOOD † TRADITION CHOOSE YOUR Fun.
STEM & GAMING LAB
IMMERSION WEEK PROGRAMS Our faculty recognizes that learning can take place in a variety of settings and seeks to provide a hands-on, interactive learning experience that will spark the curiosity and interest of students. Students have the opportunity to travel out of state, out of the country, and around the Metro area, for all four years. Immersion Week is a unique program designed to take students outside the classroom. STUDENTS CAN PARTICIPATE IN ONE OF MANY IMMERSION ACTIVITIES AND MORE! 100% Participation in Immersion Program 1 of 2 Nationally STEM-certified schools in Kentucky15+Years of STEM teaching 1:1 iPad for every student 34 Consecutive Governor’s Cup Quick Recall STATSOUR AUTO EXPLORATION BOSTON HISTORICAL TOUR CAREERS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT CIVIL WAR KENTUCKY COLLEGECOOKINGROADSHOW101 ENGLAND, IRELAND, & WALES EXPLORINGHANDYMANGHOSTBUSTERSGERMANYKENTUCKY101ITALY LOUISVILLE HISTORY, HORSES, & CULTURE LOUISVILLE TOURISM & RAMBOPHOTOGRAPHYMARKETINGWARRIORSMILITARYEXPLORATIONSTEMLEARNING FAITH † BROTHERHOOD † TRADITION DESALES HIGH SCHOOL CHOOSE YOUR Adventure.
STATSOUR SPORTS PROGRAM ATHLETIC PROGRAMS KHSAA SPORTS OFFERED AT DESALES: DeSales elds teams in 16 KHSAA sports and has won ve state titles, three in Cross Country and two in Football. The majority of DeSales students participate in one or more sports. Many DeSales alumni have gone on to play at the collegiate and professional level. DeSales is also known for having some of the area’s most respected coaches. Developing individual skills while teaching teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. Archery Baseball Basketball Bass Fishing Bowling Cross Country E-Sports Football Golf Lacrosse (Club Sport) Soccer Swimming & Diving Tennis Track & Field Volleyball (Club Sport) Wrestling DESALES HIGH SCHOOL FAITH † BROTHERHOOD † TRADITION CHOOSE YOUR Spirit. 65% of students participate in athletics ATHLETICSSTATE-OF-THE-ARTSTADIUM
Our small-school environment fosters strong bonds and friendships that last long after the school day ends.
Academic SocietyJosephIntramuralEnvironmentalCreativeCookingChessCABO-OutdoorsBetaBandAmbassadorsTeam&MusicLessonsClubClubClubClubWritingClubSportsofArimathea Key LeadershipKUNA/KYAClub Program Mascot Team Math NationalTeamHonor Society Peer StrategyLeadersGaming Club Student Government Student Technology Video Gaming and more! DESALES HIGH SCHOOL CHOOSE YOUR Experience.
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HOUSE SYSTEM AND ACTIVITIES
The bonds of Brotherhood at DeSales are reinforced by the House System and by participation in extracurricular activities. Each House is comprised of freshmen through seniors with students remaining in the same House for all four years. The nine Houses compete in a variety of contests that encourage unity and pride. The Houses also work closely with Student Government on various projects. The House system allows students to build stronger ties with each other and experience a deeper sense of family.
Service requirements reinforce lessons learned in the classroom and emphasize a strong commitment to serving one another. We are called to utilize our talents and gifts to work for the common good in our world and continue the compassionate mission of Jesus.
The Christian Awakening Retreat
SPIRITUAL GROWTH
This three-day retreat at Mount Saint Francis during the senior year provides time to focus on the students’ relationships with family, friends, and Christ through personal re ection and group sharing.
DeSales students and faculty have unique opportunities to celebrate and honor the identity and mission of Catholic education.
THROUGH SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND EXPLORATION
Faith-building Programs
Through faith-building programs like the Joseph of Arimathea Society and the National Catholic Youth Conference, students have the opportunity to build on their faith and learning outside of the classroom.
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Through daily prayer, religion classes, and liturgical experiences, each student is called to see himself and those around him as creations of a loving God. The DeSales experience is firmly rooted in the Catholic Tradition.
The Service Program at DeSales
100% Student body participation in service projects 4 years of class retreats 1 BrotherhoodSTATSOUR FAITH † BROTHERHOOD † TRADITION DESALES HIGH SCHOOL CHOOSE YOUR Way. 6,200 hours of service completed in the 2021-22 school year.
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