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Edward Douglas White Catholic High School’s legacy can be traced back to 1855 when Father Charles Menard, assisted by the Sisters of Mount Carmel, opened Mount Carmel Academy for girls. In 1861, St. Joseph Parish acquired the all-boys Thibodaux College and later contacted the Brothers of the Sacred Heart to run the school. The two schools were merged in 1965. For 157 years, E. D. White Catholic and its predecessor schools have been raising standards by offering a holistic education, rooted in Christian values, structured through friendly discipline, nurtured by personal attention and dedicated to academic excellence.
How we Raise the Standards: • Daily Mass offered in the school’s chapel • Active campus ministry program • Weekly adoration of the Blessed Sacrament • ACT scores consistently above the state and national averages • Renowned music program • Outstanding athletic program with 40 state championships • Over 20 clubs and organizations • Students contribute over 14,000 hours of community service annually • 85% of graduates qualify for the TOPS program • An academic enhancement program for students with dyslexia and other learning differences
“There is no more worthy cause than that of our Catholic school! Through the example of Christ himself, we have been entrusted with the development of the full potential of young people. Through excellence in our faith-filled lives, our school has risen to this challenge and walked humbly, mercifully, and justly with the Lord.” - Coach Kyle Lasseigne ‘88
“E. D. White has been a great gift for my academic and spiritual development. Academically, we are challenged and are able to grow through our curriculum, teachers, and use of iPads. We are able to grow spiritually through annual retreats, religion classes, and the opportunity to attend daily Mass at our chapel.” - Katie Robichaux ‘13
“I feel that E. D. White has raised my personal standard of work ethic. As a five-year member of the EDW band, I realize the immense success that comes with a high level of determination for the goals you wish to accomplish. Whether it be school or work, I now feel very prepared to handle life’s future challenges.” - Myron Saul ‘13
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Bayou Catholic • Houma, LA • January 2013