Montini Catholic Viewbook 2017

Montini Catholic A Lasallian College Preparatory High School

Our Mission Montini Catholic High School is a family-centered co-educational college preparatory high school rooted in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ as emulated by our founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle, and committed to the education of the whole person.

Our Lasallian tradition recognizes the sacredness of all persons and educates students of diverse abilities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Our History St. John Baptist de La Salle, a French cleric, founded the Brothers of the Christian Schools in the late 17th century. Named the Patron Saint of All Teachers, St. John Baptist de La Salle dedicated his life to providing a well-rounded, Christian education to students of all faiths.

In 1963 the De La Salle Christian Brothers were invited to sponsor and manage a new Catholic High School in the Lombard area, and in 1966, Montini Catholic opened its doors to 217 freshmen.

Today, Montini Catholic has graduated more than 6,200 Lasallians, a diverse group of individuals who are lifetime members of a unique community. Our annual enrollment averages 650 students from over 140 private and public grade schools in over 60 cities in the Chicagoland area. All faiths are welcomed members of our Montini Catholic family.

“Let us remember, that we are

“Who amongst you will challenge the status quo and be the catalyst that makes our world safer, who will have the compassion for those who suffer with illnesses, who will find a cure for those illnesses, who will delight us with their performances either athletic, musical or dramatic, who will enter the religious life and dedicate their lives to our Savior, who will travel to foreign lands to make a global difference? You might not know your path yet, but God does. You must be open to the call - so let Jesus live in your hearts.” - Maryann O’Neill, Principal

in the holy presence of God.”

– St. John Baptist de La Salle

we are

at Montini Catholic

dedicated prepared inspired artists champions servants to our mission,

for the future,

by each other,

&

on many stages,

on & o the field,

to God & the community

99

%

of graduates go to college

Montini’s traditional, educational program prepares students for success in college and in life.

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I am a member of Montini’s Math Team, Mu Alpha eta, National Honor Society, and Spanish NHS. I am secretary of the Spanish Club, a Student Ambassador and tutor as well as the founder of Montini’s Figure Skating Team!

rough figure skating I am able to perform in a sport that most schools do not offer. I have been a figure skater all of my life and wanted to continue my passion in high school. I voiced my thoughts about starting a team at Montini. With the help of the faculty and the support from my friends, we were able to start a team, and we won the gold medal at the High School Nationals Figure Skating Competition in our first year!

Montini has given me a strong academic palette, a broadened perspective, and the ability to participate in a multitude of activities. Teachers, coaches, and club

Montini provides a nurturing and supportive environment where everyone can find a friend and feel at home. - Gabby Rossi, Class of 2018, St. Mary of Gostyn Alumna moderators want you to succeed in the classroom just as much as they want you to on the ice or at an academic competition. e ability to prioritize your studies, be organized, and also make time for extracurriculars is a skill that I am confident will help me in college.

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Smaller class sizes allow teachers to get to know each student and carry out our founder’s mission of “touching their hearts and minds.”

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I am a sophomore who loves both Volleyball and Chamber Choir! I think that the word ‘dedicated’ describes me the best. Even with my busy schedule of volleyball practice and games, choir rehearsals and performances, and being a student with homework, I still find the time to be with my friends and family outside of school.

My favorite experiences so far at Montini? Definitely the football games, pep rallies and dances!

- Sarah Gaffney, Class of 2020, All Saints Catholic Academy Alumna

Supportive teachers challenge me to work hard. My friends are a big inspiration too, because they know that I can do better and they are always pushing me to be my best.

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I really love Montini’s family-like atmosphere. Being a school with smaller class sizes, you really get to know everyone!

Average Class Size

20 Students

Montini Catholic was the ďŹ rst school in the Diocese of Joliet to implement a 1-to-1 iPad Program!

Montini’s growing STEM initiative introduces learning that is collaborative, project based and centered on real world problems and solutions.

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I am proud to say that I have been very involved over my four years of high school as an artist, a scholar and a servant.

It’s been a fun experience to explore my ‘inner artist’ as a singer in our Chamber Choir and Acafellas group and a member of Montini’s Drama Club. I also enjoy being a member of the Math Team, the Spanish Club and Computer & Robotics Club. I enjoy using the skills I learned in Math and applying them to complete challenges presented in Robotics!

I have found it very rewarding to act as a servant to my school and community by volunteering in any way I can. Being a member of the Math Team allows me to do something I greatly enjoy which is competing against other schools. Montini’s Mathletes have been to the University of Illinois three times in my years here, to test our math skills at the State Math Competition.

Teachers are extremely dedicated and always willing to go beyond the classroom to help their students.

- Ivan Felty, Class of 2018, Glenn Westlake Middle School Alumnus

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Whether your goal is to be a scholar, an athlete, an artist or servant, there’s truly something for everyone at Montini.

Athletic programs emphasize leadership and team play among students while promoting positive self image.

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I have been very honored to represent our Broncos athletically by participating in two sports, Basketball and, my favorite, Football. I’ve been a football fan since I was very little. e sport has taught me many life lessons and helped me to develop both character and strong leadership skills. My coaches always push me to be respectful and work hard towards achieving my goal both on the field and off. ey push my teammates and me to be the best people/players we can be.

One of my favorite memories so far at Montini is going on our Junior Retreat. I was able to really reflect on

Whether they’re in a sport or club, Montini students are dedicated to be the best they can be. - Matthew Morrissey, Class of 2018, Sandburg Middle School Alumnus myself as a person now and was inspired to learn more about the Catholic faith in order to become a better person. I really learned a lot about my classmates on the retreat, especially those I didn’t know as well. By the end of the retreat, we were a lot closer from the experience.

Since it’s a smaller school, Montini has a “family-like” feeling where everyone respects one another. Both teachers and classmates inspire success. For this reason, I know that Montini has prepared me for college both academically and spiritually.

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Team Sport Opportunities

where we are from

66 Cities

141 Grade Schools

81 Zip Codes

Students come from 66 different cities within the Chicagoland area to be a part of our tradition of excellence 96 from Lombard 61-70 from Downers Grove & Westchester 41-50 from Bolingbrook 21-30 from Naperville & Oakbrook 11-20 from Addison, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Hillside, Plainfield, Villa Park, Westmont, Wheaton & Woodridge

1-10 from Arlington Heights, Aurora, Bartlett, Bellwood, Bensenville, Berkeley, Berwyn, Bloomingdale, Broadview, Brookfield, Burr Ridge, Carol Stream, Chicago, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Des Plaines, Elgin, Elk Grove Village, Forest Park, Glendale Heights, Hanover Park, Hinsdale, Hoffman Estates, Homer Glen, Indian Head Park, Itasca,

LaGrange, Lemont, Lisle, Maywood, Medina, Melrose Park, Montgomery, Norridge, North Aurora, North Riverside, North Lake, Oak Park, Oakbrook Terrace, Palos Hills, Park Ridge, Romeoville, Roselle, Saint Charles, Wayne, West Chicago, Western Springs, Willowbrook, Winfield & Wood Dale

Montini graduates earn scholarship offers from & attend some of the most prestigious colleges and universities.

Academy of Art University, SF

Illinois Wesleyan University

Robert Morris University

University of Kentucky

Arizona State University

Indiana University

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

University of Michigan

Augustana College

Lewis University

Southern Illinois University

University of Minnesota

Benedictine University

Loyola University Chicago

Southern Methodist University

University of Missouri

Boston College

Loyola University Maryland

St. Ambrose University

University of Nebraska

Boston University

Marquette University

St. Joseph’s College - Indiana

University of North Carolina

Bradley University

Miami University

St. Louis University

University of Notre Dame

Butler University

Miami University of Ohio

St. Mary’s College Notre Dame

University of Pennsylvania

Case Western Reserve University

Michigan State University

St. Mary’s College of California

University of Pittsburgh

Catholic University of America

Missouri University of Science

St. Mary’s University in Minnesota

University of Southern California

Stanford University

University of Tennessee

Colorado State University

& Technology

Columbia College Chicago

New York University

Syracuse University

University of Wisconsin

DePaul University

North Carolina State University

Texas A & M University

University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Dominican University

North Central College

Texas Christian University

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

Eastern Michigan University

Northern Illinois University

University of Advancing Technology

Valparaiso University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Northwestern University

University of Alabama

Vanderbilt University

Fordham University

Ohio University

University of Chicago

Villanova University

Harvard University

Ohio State University

University of Cincinnati

Western Michigan University

Hope College

Oklahoma State University

University of Dayton

Xavier University Yale University

Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago

Philadelphia University

University of Illinois at Champaign

Illinois Institute of Technology

Princeton University

University of Illinois at Chicago

Illinois State University

Purdue University

University of Iowa

where we are going

how we are getting there

14

$

MILLION

in academic scholarships earned by our Class of 2017 99% went on to college

Graduation Requirements Advanced Placement Statistics

13 AP Exam Options (Sophomores-Seniors); 87 students took 155 AP Exams; 33 Perfect scores of 5 were recorded in 8 dierent subjects; scores of 3 or higher; over of the exams taken earned a 3 or better resulting in college course credit at most universities.

121

3.35

78%

Average AP Test Score Comparison from 16/17 school year

3.03 2.84 Illinois

Global

Theology English/Speech Mathematics Science Social Studies/Economics Foreign Language Physical Education/Health Fine Arts Digital Literacy Electives Community Service

68

4 credits 4 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 2 credits 2 credits 1 credit .5 credit 1.5 credits 40 hours

ACADEMIC ALL STARS

2.86 Montini

Our graduation requirements meet and exceed those recommended by the Illinois Board of Education for a college preparatory high school.

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Members of the Class of 2017 earning a 3.5 GPA or higher throughout high school

Awards/Recognitions for the Class of 2017

155 Lasallian Graduates 54 Members of the National Honor Society 22 Illinois State Scholars 5 Advanced Placement (AP) Scholars 3 AP Scholars with Honors 7 AP Scholars with Distinction 1 National AP Scholar 1 National Merit Finalist 1 National Merit Commended Scholar 57 IHSA Academic Achievement Honorees

ACT Averages Top 10% Top 25% Top 50% Top 75% MCHS Overall Average Illinois State Average National Average

52

Full-time & 8 Part-time Teachers

75% have Advanced Degrees 19 years - Average experience

(Class of 2017)

32.2 30.0 27.8 26.1 24.3 20.7 21.0

Support sta members In addition to 60 teachers, students receive support from 9 full-time sta members consisting of 1 College Admissions Counselor, 3 Guidance Counselors, 1 Reading Specialist, 2 Deans, 1 Learning Resource Center Director, 1 Registrar and 2 part-time Resource Teachers to guide & encourage them through their high school years.

how you can get here Tuition

TUITIOn FOR THE 2017-18 SCHOOl yEAR IS $11,820 FOR A SInGlE CHIlD, WITH A $600 DISCOUnT FOR A SECOnD CHIlD AnD A $1200 DISCOUnT FOR THE THIRD CHIlD.

Fees • Application Fee: $30 • Registration Fee: $185 • iPad lease Fee: $250 • Student Fees: Freshman & Sophomore: $495 Junior: $620 Senior: $595 • Ebook/Textbook Fees are based on each student’s schedule.

• Uniforms are available at Schoolbelles (www.schoolbelles.com) • Transportation Fee (optional): $975 For more information regarding fees, please visit: www.montini.org and click the ‘Admissions’ button.

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Schedule a Shadow Day by calling our Admissions Office at 630-627-6930.

Attend an Open House on Sunday, October 15, 2017 (1:30 PM to 3:30 PM) or ursday, November 16, 2017 (6:30 PM to 9:00 PM)

Take our Placement Test on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 8:00 AM (Practice Test on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 7:00 PM)

Earn an Academic Scholarship which are awarded to incoming freshmen who sit for the December Placement Exam at Montini Catholic. Academic Scholarships are renewable for four years and range from $1,000 to $2,500 - based on a student’s national composite score on their Placement Exam.

Apply for Other Scholarships/Grants • Montini Catholic High School Grant • Catholic Education Foundation (CEF) Grant • Kazma Family Foundation Scholarship • Bishop Blanchette Scholarship • LINK Unlimited Scholarship • Holy Family Scholarship Chicago Scholars • Johnathan Weiger “Johnny Always Wins” Memorial Scholarship • Diocese of Joliet Employee Benefit Program (S.P.A.C.E.) • Montini Catholic Work Study Program Visit our website at www.montini.org/scholarship for Scholarship and Grant deadlines & details about the application process.

Ensuring a lifetime of success A unique feature at Montini Catholic is that we do not place students into academic tracks. Our curriculum allows students to take courses within 4 academic levels: Advanced Placement, Honors, College Prep and General Education. Levels are determined by Placement and Proficiency Exam results, grade school records and/or grade school teacher recommendations. All classes are engaging and aid in helping students learn at their unique level while preparing them for the demands of college.

Course list for this School year Business

Fine Arts (continued)

Science

Accounting Advanced Accounting Marketing Essentials of Financial Investment

Freshman Choir Chamber Choir Concert Choir Varsity Choir Concert Band Honors Symphonic Band

Biology, Honors, Advanced Placement Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Chemistry, Honors, Advanced Placement Earth Science Physical Science Physics, Honors

Foreign Language

Social Studies

Computer Technology Digital Literacy CAD – Computer Aided Design I & II Programming For Robotics I & II Programming in Java

English English, Honors & Advanced Placement College Preparatory Reading College Preparatory Writing & Research Communications I & II Creative Writing Advanced Creative Writing Journalism

Fine Arts Art I & II Mixed Media Art Design I, II, III & IV Digital Design Pottery I & II Acting I & II

13 Advanced Placement Classes

Chinese I, II, III & IV World History & Geography, Honors, French I through Advanced Placement V Advanced Placement Spanish I through Advanced Placement V U.S. History & Geography, Honors Advanced Placement Contemporary American History, Honors Mathematics Advanced Placement Political Science Algebra I & II, Honors & Economics Plane Geometry Economics, Honors Geometry, Honors Chicago History Modern Mathematics Introduction to Psychology Algebra III with Statistics Advanced Placement Psychology Statistics & Probability/Trigonometry Analysis & Pre-Calculus, Honors Advanced Placement Calculus AB/BC Multivariable Calculus Advanced Placement Statistics

Physical Education Physical Education/Health Strength & Agility I & II

One-to-One iPad Program

eology Theology 9 – The Bible and Jesus Christ Theology 10 – The Paschal Mystery & the Church Theology 11 – Morality & Church History Theology 12 – Social Justice & Spirituality, Sacraments

numerous Honors level Courses

Expanding STEM Program

94

%

of Broncos participate in at least one extracurricular activity

Montini offers many activities for social growth, both in and out of the classroom.

These opportunities foster a respect for self and for others.

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One of my favorite activities at Montini has been the Baking Club. ere’s always something new to bake - and eat. I am also a member of the Treble Makers (women’s acappella group) as well as the French Club and Track and Field.

Treble Makers has been the most rewarding and fun for me. I absolutely love performing with our group of girls. We sing at four concerts throughout the school year. My fellow Treble Makers and I have shared an amazing experience through our passion for singing!

Montini has inspired me to always do better. I have learned not to set out to be good, but to be great!

- Cydnei Quinn, Class of 2019, Calvary Christian School Alumna

One of my favorite experiences so far as a student at Montini was our Freshman Day of Recollection at the end of my freshman year. e day challenges students to reflect on their first year of high school, get to know each other outside of the classroom, and reflect on what it means to be a Lasallian student. I feel that everyone needs a little time to be at peace with their mind, body and soul. I am grateful to have been able to experience this day of connection.

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Montini students excel both on the field and on the stage while never losing focus of their academic goals in the classroom.

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I guess the word that best describes me as a student at Montini is “involved.”’ Since my freshman year I have participated in Cross Country, Track, Wrestling, Math Team and Pep Band where I play the saxophone!

I am also a member of Mu Alpha eta and the National Honor Society.

I love Cross Country because it allows me to make connections with students from many age groups. I have met several of my dearest friends in Cross Country and will always remember going to the State Meet during my sophomore year. It was a huge achievement and showed me that hard work and dedication really do pay off.

Students paint their own pictures through their involvement choices.

And no two pictures are ever the same.

- Jake Mondschean, Class of 2018, Butler Junior High Alumnus

My teachers and coaches have definitely prepared me for some of the rigor that I will face in college. I have learned valuable time management skills to help me in and out of the school setting. Montini Catholic offers the unique experience of emulating a college level academic environment while not being completely overwhelming.

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183

IHSA Team Academic Achievement Awards earned since its inception in 2003.

4 year Retreat Program

Mission Trips

All School Masses

On Site Chapel Daily Prayer

Our lasallian mission fosters service to church, family and community while providing many opportunities for spiritual growth.

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I feel like I have tried a little bit of everything here at Montini. I was on the Football Team my freshman year, but it has been Soccer and Basketball where I feel I have found my match. I enjoy soccer the most and have built great friendships through sports.

I am currently a member of the Spanish, English, Science and Bags Clubs as well as a member of our National Honor Society. It does take dedication to be involved in so many activities as a student, but the support of faculty and friends helps me to keep myself focused and moving forward. I’ve learned to be very independent.

I was really honored and humbled to be able to join our Mission Team this year on their trip with Habitat for Humanity. Together we provided the hands and

Montini gives me a good balance of guidance and leadership while still challenging me to find my own way.

- Yousuf Mitchell, Class of 2019, Ira Jones Middle School Alumnus

help to families in need. I also spent a week in Nicaragua, over the summer, helping mothers and children living in the Garbage Dump area. Both of these trips were eye opening experiences for me and truly showed me the importance of being a servant in today’s world.

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Students are motivated to step out of their comfort zones to explore their passions, knowing they have the support of teachers, coaches and friends.

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I not only love being a Bronco, but I also enjoy supporting our Bronco teams through Cheerleading! I have also been a member of our Tennis Team and have explored my artistic side by performing in Montini’s annual Fall Plays and Spring Musicals. I am also a member of our Baking Club which is super fun.

Taking part of many activities involves dedication and hard work, but it’s well worth the effort. I fell in love with cheerleading mainly due to the “family-like” environment it provides. We have a lot of fun together and it’s good to know that we always have each other’s backs!

Montini is like a family, so when one student , team or club wins, we’re all champions.

- Jenna Burger, Class of 2018, Hillside Public School Alumna

Performance weekends for the Fall Plays and Spring Musicals are also very exciting. After a long three months of rehearsals, it’s great to see the smiles on peoples’ faces when they see the characters come to life on stage - it makes all the hard work worth it.

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Montini makes sure you are very prepared for college. ere are annual college fairs and the college counselor is very helpful. I am the first in my family to be going to college, so I am very excited.

4 Music Concerts, 1 Play, 1 Musical & Summer Theater Camp Every year

we are participants in our education

Be an Artist

Be a Scholar

Acafellas (Boys) Broadcasters Chamber Choir Concert Band Drama Club Fall Play Film Club Jazz Band Literary Magazine Pep Band Photography Club Set Crew Spring Musical Symphonic Band espian Society Treblemakers (Girls) Yearbook Club

French NHS Mu Alpha eta National Honor Society Spanish NHS espian Society Tri-M Honor Society

Be an Athlete Baseball Basketball (B&G) Cheerleading Cross Country (B&G) Figure Skating Football Golf (B&G) Hockey Lacrosse (B&G) Pom Pons (Broncettes) Rugby Sailing Club Soccer (B&G) Softball (G) Tennis (B&G) Track (B&G) Volleyball (B&G) Wrestling

Be a leader Peer Tutors Student Ambassador Student Government

Be a Servant Campus Ministry Eucharistic Ministry Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Food & Clothing Drives Friends Helping Friends God Squad Lasallian Youth Group Peer Ministry Retreat Programs Sancti Futuri Club Service Projects Social Justice Club Youth in Government

Be Social Baking Club Bags Club Montini Maniacs Ping Pong Club

Be a Thinker Chess Club Computer Club English Club French Club History Club Math Club Math Team Robotics Team Science Club Spanish Club

Or start your own club!

we are Lasallian

Montini students are part of a lasallian community spanning 80 countries and currently educating over 1,000,000 students worldwide.

Locally, Montini Catholic is a member of the Midwest District which includes three universities and fourteen high schools.

Quality Education

Concern for the Poor

Inclusive Community

Respect for all People Faith in the Presence of God

SIGnUM FIDEI (Sign of Faith) Lasallian education centers on five interlocking values. î “ey are quality education, inclusive community, faith in the presence of God, concern for the poor and respect for all people.

A Lasallian education at Montini Catholic means that your calling matters to us. We firmly believe that your high school experience should be unique to your needs.

Our Montini Catholic Family touches hearts, stimulates minds, and cultivates leadership to prepare students for life, work and service.

After four years at Montini Catholic, our graduates are well-rounded men and women, life-long learners and responsible citizens who are ready to face their college years and beyond.

we are Montini

Join us!

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www.montini.org Kim Richmond, Admissions Coordinator krichmond@montini.org • 630-627-6930 x182 Eric Brechtel, Admissions Representative ebrechtel@montini.org • 630-627-6930 x222

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