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Edgewood High School of the Sacred Heart
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TO HIGH SCHOOL
Welcome to Edgewood High School of the Sacred Heart, a community rooted in a strong Catholic, Dominican educational tradition.
At Edgewood, we believe strongly in educating the whole student. Our talented faculty is committed to helping students achieve the high standards of academic excellence necessary to be competitive in the post-high school landscape. We also value the importance of teaching our students social responsibility, commitment to service and respect for others.
Our school has long been a community where we offer strength and support to each other academically, spiritually and socially. As we work together to make Edgewood a great place for students to learn and grow, we ask that all members of our community remember and embrace our Sinsinawa Dominican values of Truth, Compassion, Justice, Community, and Partnership.
May God bless.
Kevin Rea
President
OUR MISSION
As a private Catholic high school in Madison, Wisconsin, Edgewood educates the whole student for a life of learning, service, and personal responsibility through a rigorous academic curriculum that embraces the Dominican VALUES of Truth, Compassion, Justice, Community and Partnership.
Founded in 1881 by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, Edgewood is sponsored by the Dominican Veritas Ministries (DVM), which offers support, provides guidance and official Vatican recognition of our school’s Dominican heritage and mission.
Our Board of Directors is prayerfully and strategically selected with the intention of using their expertise to benefit EHS, both currently and in the future. Board members work hand-in-hand with our president and administration to ensure fulfillment of Edgewood’s mission and vision.
CAMPUS SCHOOL
4K-5th Grade Elementary
6th-8th Grade Middle
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HIGH SCHOOL
9th-12th Grade College Preparatory
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UNIVERSITY
Undergraduate, Graduate & Doctoral Programs
EDGEWOOD.EDU
We share a 55-acre campus on the shores of Lake Wingra with the schools of Edgewood. Each school is separately incorporated with its own administration and Board of Directors. The schools work collaboratively in providing a complete education for your entire family.
BE A LEARNER. BE A LEADER. BE AN ATHLETE. BE AN ARTIST. BE A CRUSADER.
18 AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
22 ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES OFFERED
100 SERVICE HOURS COMPLETED BY EVERY STUDENT BEFORE THEIR GRADUATION.
99% OF OUR GRADUATES DIRECTLY ENTER POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
3.8
AVERAGE GPA OF GRADUATES
41% OF OUR STUDENT BODY RECEIVES NEEDS-BASED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
4
COUNSELORS TO SERVE AND SUPPORT OUR STUDENT BODY
$16.5 M SCHOLARSHIP OFFERS TO GRADUATING SENIORS
620 STUDENTS ENROLLED IN GRADES 9-12
STUDENTS COME FROM MORE THAN
25
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
1881 EDUCATING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SINCE
ADMISSIONS PROCESS FOR THE CLASS OF 2030
SHADOW DAYS & SCHOOL TOURS AVAILABLE
APPLY
BY DECEMBER 14. Beginning
October 5, visit edgewoodhs.org/admissions to start your online application.
The application is free of charge and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Required materials include:
• 2025-26 Latest Quarter/Trimester Grades
• 7th Grade Transcript/Year-end Report Card
• STAR 360 Assessment Results
Student Interview
Every student applicant will meet with an admissions team member for a 15-minute interview.
Applications for incoming freshmen are available October 5 and must be submitted by December 14. Edgewood conducts a comprehensive review of all complete applications submitted by the deadline. Decision notifications will be sent the week of January 12.
While we prioritize applications within the stated time frame, we accept applications throughout the spring for the waitlist. The list is unranked and does not guarantee a seat will become available.
For information about application procedures for transfer students, and international applicants, please visit edgewoodhs.org/admissions
Terri McKinley ‘89
Admissions Director
608-257-1023 x131
admissions@edgewoodhs.org
EDGEWOODHS.ORG/ADMISSIONS
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Shadow Day Registration Available August 22
Shadow Days (offered most Mon, Tue, Fri) September 22 - April 28
STAR 360 Assessment
(held at many middle schools) If not, schedule an appointment with EHS September - November
Open House from 1-3pm Application Opens October 5
Student Interview
(15 minutes, available most Mondays and Wednesdays, and included in Shadow Day experience) October 13 - December 16
Deadline for Applications December 14
Notification of Admission Decisions Week of January 12
Registration of New Studentscourse selection meetings with student services; registration fee due End of January
Proficiency Test for Advanced Spanish / Math*
*Only for students taking advanced level classes April 28: Spanish / May 5: Math
Enrollment Deposit Due May 15
Non-Discrimination Policy - Edgewood High School of the Sacred Heart in Madison, Wisconsin admits students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, athletic and other school-administered programs.
THE COST TO EDUCATE EACH STUDENT IS: $16,920. ALL STUDENTS RECEIVE A DONOR SUBSIDY GAP GRANT OF $2,500, BRINGING THE FINAL TUITION TO: $14,420.
We offer payment plans that allow families to spread tuition costs over as many as 10 months. We accept payment via check, credit card, or automatic transfer. Please contact the Admissions office for the tuition rate for international students. Additionally, fees are applied for student’s involvement in athletics and co-curriculars, LRC Tutoring, retreats, AP and Dual Enrollment courses and senior graduation.
2025-2026 ANNUAL TUITION & FEES:
16,920
-2,500
14,420
IN OUR MISSION, WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING AN EDGEWOOD EDUCATION AFFORDABLE TO ALL.
While a Catholic education is important, we understand that investing in a private school can be financially challenging. About 40% of EHS students receive needs-based financial assistance and grants, up to a maximum of 55% of tuition and standard fees. If you feel that tuition might be cost-prohibitive for your family, please request and complete a confidential Financial Assistance Application Form. Merit-based Awards are also available.
NEEDS-BASED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE —
To qualify for financial assistance and receive an award letter, you must be either an existing or admitted and registered student. Edgewood uses the Tuition Aid Data Services (TADS) program to process financial assistance requests and determine each family’s financial need. TADS uniformly collects the necessary information from each family, audits it and provides this information to Edgewood to be used as a tool for identifying and matching needs-based assistance with families. The TADS Financial Aid Worksheet helps determine if your family may be eligible. Applications are available online through the TADS website beginning in January. Submission deadline is end of March. Decision notification is shared in May.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
COURSES OFFERED
ACADEMICS OUTSTANDING
STUDENTS SCORED 3 OR HIGHER ON THEIR ADVANCED PLACEMENT TESTS
Our college-preparatory curriculum is steeped in faith and values and consists of over 100 different courses, offering both Advanced Placement and Honors courses, as well as assistance for those struggling in particular subjects. Our curriculum includes required and elective courses in business, computers, English, history, Latin, mathematics, music, Spanish, public speaking, physical education, religious studies, science, social studies, and visual arts. Our dedicated faculty and staff provide the best education possible for each of our students.
REQUIREMENTS
English: 4 Religious Studies: 4
Science: 3 Social Studies: 3
Mathematics: 3 Physical Ed: 1.5
Fine Arts: 1 Health: .5
Personal Finance: .5 Public Speaking: .5
Electives: 7 TOTAL: 28
Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE), and College Courses (Non-EHS Courses) are options available to highly motivated students who excel within our academic setting. Through these courses, students have the ability to get a headstart on their college credits.
STUDENT SERVICES & COUNSELING
Edgewood focuses attention on the worth and growth of every student, and our counselors are crucial to maintaining that commitment to nurturing each individual student’s unique strengths. EHS assigns each student a school counselor before the start of their freshman year. Students remain with the same school counselor for all four years of their high school experience, working together on any academic, personal, social, emotional, and leadershiprelated topics. A second college/career counselor works with students on topics related to career exploration, identifying interests and abilities, college/major exploration, and help juniors and seniors develop an individualized plan for identifying and applying to colleges that are a “good fit” for each student.
Our counselors support the needs of our students at all learning levels. We stay updated on the latest benefits available to those who require special attention, and we work closely with parents to meet requirements.
Monica Ladell, Director of Student Services
608-257-1023 x125, monica.ladell@edgewoodhs.org
L R C
The Learning Resource Center is an in-house tutoring and academic coaching center available to Edgewood students during the school day. Enrolled students may have neurodivergent learning styles or formal diagnoses, a history of academic challenges in particular courses/subjects, or may greatly benefit from additional individualized support.
The LRC works with students to establish a skill set that includes time management, organization, executive functioning, and self-advocacy. The center is staffed by professionals who specialize in various academic subjects and assist students at all levels of curriculum. The staff creates a net of support for students by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and families to create and execute plans for academic improvement. The small group/intimate setting allows LRC to focus on the whole student, developing personal connections beyond those typically found in the traditional classroom. There is an additional charge for LRC services. Financial assistance is available.
COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES
Universities of Wisconsin
Edgewood University
American University
Arizona State University
Auburn University
Baylor University
Boston College
Boston University
Brandeis University
California State UniversityLong Beach
Carnegie Mellon University
Case Western Reserve University
Clemson University
Colorado School of Mines
Cornell University
Dartmouth College
Drexel University
Emory University
Florida State University
Fordham University
George Mason University
George Washington University
Georgetown University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Gonzaga University
Harvard University
Howard University
Indiana University
Indiana University - Bloomington
Iowa State University
James Madison University
Lehigh University
Loyola Marymount University
Marquette University
Michigan State University
New York University
North Carolina State University
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
Penn State University
Pepperdine University
Purdue University
Saint Louis University
San Diego State University
Santa Clara University
Southern Methodist University
Stanford University
Stevens Institute of Technology
Syracuse University
Temple University
Texas A&M University
Texas Christian University
The Ohio State University
The University of Texas at Austin
Tufts University
Tulane University of Louisiana
University of Arizona
University of CaliforniaBerkeley
Davis
Irvine
Los Angeles
Riverside
San Diego
Santa Barbara
Santa Cruz
University of Chicago
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Connecticut
University of Delaware
of EHS
students from the past 5 years:
University of Florida
University of Georgia
University of Illinois at Chicago
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
University of Iowa
University of Maryland
University of MassachusettsAmherst
University of Miami
University of Michigan
University of MinnesotaTwin Cities
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Notre Dame
University of Oregon
University of PittsburghPittsburgh
University of Rochester
University of San Diego
University of South Florida
University of Southern California
University of Washington
Vanderbilt University
Villanova University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Washington University in St. Louis
William & Mary
DOMINICAN HOUSE SYSTEM
All students are inducted into a Dominican House for life and all family members are placed in the same house, building a legacy to span generations. The House System gives each student on campus a place where they are embraced by their fellow House members while building a deeper relationship with their fellow students and to provide opportunities for growth, leadership, and engagement. House Systems also enhance the sense of unity and engagement across all grade levels, and provide activities to maximize students’ unique spiritual, physical, emotional, and professional potential, while further enhancing our mission.
FAITH, LITURGIES & RETREATS
The spiritual growth of all members of the EHS community is of utmost importance. Campus Ministry offers opportunities for students, faculty and staff to engage in reflective and active lives guided by our Catholic Dominican values. In response to students’ needs, they are encouraged to grow in knowledge of religious faith and traditions, to reflect on contemporary issues, and share their experiences with others.
To acknowledge and celebrate the value of faith in our community, we gather as a school once per month for liturgy. These all-school prayer service Catholic Masses are led by students in Peer Ministry and are relevant to the needs and interests of the student body. Students are required to be in attendance, as worship is part of our human spiritual growth. Campus Ministry also offers weekly Mass, Sacrament of Reconciliation, Memorial Prayer Services and Memorial Mass.
We recognize the value of spending time away from daily routines to engage in spiritual, interpersonal, and emotional development. Consequently, a yearly grade-level retreat is required of all students, facilitated by Edgewood faculty, staff and Peer Ministry student leaders.
EDGEWOOD IN THE COMMUNITY
AN ANNUAL SCHOOLWIDE DAY OF SERVICE
VOLUNTEERING TOGETHER IN OUR MISSION OF SERVICE SINCE 2000
As an integral part of our homecoming activities, the entire student body, faculty and staff, and even some parents and alumni work at more than 50 sites in the Madison area for a full day of volunteer service. This special day provides over 3,000 hours of community service to nursing homes, schools, hospitals, food banks, social service programs, parks, and several non-profit agencies. At the conclusion of EIC, the students and staff return to campus to celebrate the day and reflect on our experiences together.
CAMPUS FACTS
EHS PROVIDES CHROMEBOOKS AND BOOKS AS PART OF YOUR TUITION COST
SCHOOL HOURS
7:50 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
(Wed. late start begins at 9am)
1st Semester: Aug-Dec
2nd Semester: Jan-May
CLOSED CAMPUS
Students are required to stay in the building, including the lunch hour.
TRANSPORTATION
City bus stops are located in front of campus on Monroe St. Parking passes are offered to Seniors, then Juniors for $90. EHS does not provide busing. Service hour requirements must be met in order to apply for and obtain a parking permit.
CELL PHONE/ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY & USAGE:
Edgewood High School is now a ‘cell phone free school’ during learning hours. No phone usage will be allowed from the moment students step into the building in the morning until the learning day is over at 3:30pm. Edgewood utilizes ‘Yondr’ pouches to create our cell phone free school environment.
DRESS CODE REQUIREMENTS:
Students are expected to look neat and clean at all times and dress in a manner fitting for school. All students are required to wear an EHS Polo on all Liturgy and Prayer Service days. Each student will be provided with the required liturgy polo top at the beginning of the school year. Students will wear the polo with dress bottoms (no jeans, sweats or leggings). Dresses, skirts, and shorts must be at minimum a 5” inseam and straps on sleeveless tops are to be at least 2” wide. All requirements are listed in our Student Handbook.
FRESHMAN INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM (FIT)
Establishes the building blocks of critical thinking.
EDDIE’S HOUR —
provides non-academic enrichment activities planned by the teachers for students’ mental health and a dedicated chance for a break.
Joe LaMontagne ‘09, Associate Principal 608-257-1023 x129, joseph.lamontagne@edgewoodhs.org
CO-CURRICULARS
BIPOC
BOOK CLUB
CLOSE UP
CULINARY CLUB
DEBATE TEAM
DOMINICAN HOUSE COUNCIL
EHS DRAMA
ESPORTS
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
FBLA
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
FISHING CLUB
GREEN EDGE
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (KEY CLUB)
HOSA
INCLUSION CLUB
KEY CLUB
LETTERS OF LOVE
LINKCREW
GAMING CLUB/STRATEGY GAMES
MATH TEAM
MEDIA CLUB
MODEL UNITED NATIONS
MULTICULTURAL CLUB
ROBOTICS CLUB
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
SMILE CLUB
SPANISH CLUB
SPORTS ANALYTICS
STAR
ULTIMATE FRISBEE
VISUAL ARTS CLUB
WAYFARER
OF OUR STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Co-curricular activities are designed to provide opportunities for growth, challenge, and achievement for students beyond the curriculum. They are an integral part of our educational program and offer a variety of activities designed to meet a wide range of student interests.
By participating in any of these activities, students can have fun, make new friends, develop and exercise leadership skills, and build positive self-esteem.
Study Abroad trips provide worldly educational experience for our students. Recent trips include England, Japan, Greece and Italy.
AWARD-WINNING ESPORTS TEAM
The Edgewood Elite Esports team is a founding member of the Wisconsin High School Esports Association (WIHSEA) league. Esports provides an engaging experience to prepare athletes for college level gaming, focusing on good sportsmanship, athletic achievement and fierce competition.
WE’RE PROUD OF OUR AWARD-WINNING PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS PROGRAMS!
Edgewood recognizes the importance of fine arts as part of a well-rounded education. All students are required to take at least one credit of fine arts during their high school career and many students take a course every year. Our fine arts programs offer creative and innovative opportunities for students through diverse curriculum in art, drama, and music showcasing both performance and non-performance classes. Students frequently submit their work to juried visual art shows and writing competitions. Students of all interests, experiences, and curiosities are welcome and will find a home for themselves in our arts community!
Our McKinley Performing Arts Center features a state-of-the-art, 465-seat theater, music classrooms and rehearsal spaces to support music education and artistic innovation. The space provides a destination for the community to share its passion for the arts and accommodate campus wide events, lectures and liturgies.
MANY OF OUR STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN BOTH ATHLETICS AND FINE ARTS
WISAA + WIAA CHAMPIONSHIPS
OF OUR STUDENTS PARTICIPATE ON ATHLETIC TEAMS
Our students challenge and encourage one another to perform — in the classroom and in competitive athletic pursuits. About 65% of students belong to one or more sports teams. Since joining the WIAA in 2000, our Crusaders have captured almost 100 Badger Conference Championships and have been State Champions over 80 times in 15 different sports. In addition to 24 WIAA-sanctioned sports for boys and girls, EHS also offers title-winning Dance and Ski/Snowboard Teams.
Our goal is to produce great students that embody the athletic program motto of “Working On A Championship, While Building Character”. We use athletics to teach fundamental and important life skills. We help our student-athletes to embrace the concept of “Us-We-Together”, while representing Edgewood in a positive manner in the classroom and on and off the field.
CRUSADER SPIRIT
LOYAL FANS SUPPORT OUR TALENTED ATHLETES
SPORTS WE OFFER
FALL SEASON BOYS: Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Volleyball
GIRLS: Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
WINTER SEASON BOYS: Basketball, Diving, Hockey, Ski/Snowboard, Swimming
GIRLS: Basketball, Dance, *Gymnastics, *Hockey, Ski/Snowboard
SPRING SEASON BOYS: Baseball, Golf, Lacrosse, Tennis, Track & Field
GIRLS: *Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track & Field
*TEAMS PART OF A CO-OP
LANCE JOHNSON STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING CENTER
Athletes work closely with our Director of Athletic Performance, Kyle Costigan, in our state-of-the-art strength and conditioning facility to create individual and team goals and schedules to ensure flexibility and balance.
WHY WE FUNDRAISE IN ADDITION TO CHARGING TUITION
Did you know? As a private Catholic high school, Edgewood does not receive Diocesan, federal or state financial support. We rely on philanthropic giving to bridge the gap between tuition and the actual cost to educate each student. Charitable support directly impacts our school’s success and the experience of our students.
Tax-deductible, unrestricted donations are the best way for parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends to support the immediate needs of our school, enhancing the Edgewood experience for all families. All donations support the programs and resources available to our students while keeping an Edgewood education more affordable to all. These funds must be replenished annually.
FUNDRAISING FOR THE PRESENT AND FUTURE
CRUSADER FUND $1M Annual Giving Priority
MAZZUCHELLI FUND Tuition Assistance
ENDOWMENT FUND Invest in our Future
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Facilities Improvements
EAA & ENCORE Invest in Athletics & Fine Arts
Donors’ names will be prominently displayed at Edgewood and recognized on our website. Donors can also choose to be anonymous. Thank you!
Recognition of Giving
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE
Annual Giving Members
CRUSADER COURT
Lifetime Giving Members
HERITAGE SOCIETY
Estate Plans/Investments
HONOR ROLL
Annual Generous Donors
Donate at EDGEWOODHS.ORG/GIVING
Maggie Rogers Ward, Development Director 608-257-1023 x182, maggie.ward@edgewoodhs.org
Thank you for your generous support!
— A COMMUNITY FOR LIFE —
Support our mission of service by volunteering at our school with your time, talent or treasure. We strive for 100% family participation in our events by volunteering or financially donating. Some of our fundraising opportunities include: Crusader Kickoff, Edgewood in the Community, Giving Day, EAA and Encore Committees, Delish Gourmet Gala, and Wilke Golf Outing. Consider becoming a corporate or family sponsor of our events as an additional way to give.
Edgewood Parent Community (EPC) provides volunteer support to students, staff and other parents. Through your student’s enrollment at Edgewood, you are automatically a member of the EPC.
Our active alumni community is 10,000+ strong!
We maintain engaging and quality connections with our alumni to provide networking, resources, updates and opportunities for both current students and graduates to stay connected with their Alma Mater through Mentorships, Alumni Ambassadors, Lifetime Memberships and Reunions.
Stay connected and read our newsletters at EDGEWOODHS.ORG/ALUMNI
2219 Monroe Street, Madison, WI 53711
Our goal is to provide a high school experience your student will treasure for a lifetime. We want every Edgewood student to feel part of a community, where teachers care about you, fellow classmates become lifelong friends, and the building is a second home. That’s the Edgewood Experience.