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CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO | SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

ARCHBISHOP SALVATORE CORDILEONE F or Catholics each child has a human nature, that is, a body tightly linked to a soul.

Every child has the same basic organs—heart, skin, bones, brain, etc. The soul, however, is unique to each child, in part because it is what makes Mary Jane distinct from Mary Lou. Children have capabilities that can be developed in a variety of ways. Some skills will develop pretty much just by social interaction. For others, such as reading, writing, making rhymes, or learning about nature, children have to be challenged and cajoled in order to reach high levels of performance.

Catholic schools challenge students in two ways. First, as is the case for all schools – public or private – each teacher helps students “stretch their academic capabilities.” That is, the teacher uses different motivations to help a student find satisfaction in high accomplishment: Writing more complex sentences, reading more challenging books, memorizing poems, or doing mathematics in one’s head, not only on paper. All teachers do that.

In a Catholic school, the teacher also challenges the student to develop a relationship with God, the source of his or her human nature. The Catholic school teacher knows the child has a soul which the Holy Spirit can guide and foster a love for Christ and others. The closer the child moves to Christ and develops as a student, the more the student becomes like Christ, the new Adam, the new person who lets Christ lead the child to loving others and great academic accomplishments.

In Catholic schools, the goal includes not only excellence in reading, writing, and math but also growth in talking to Christ and letting Christ lead the child to full human development. In short, teachers in Catholic schools show students how to accept grace and love from Christ in their lives.

Most Reverend Salvatore Cordileone Archbishop of San Francisco

TABLE OF CONTENTS WHY CHOOSE A CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL? . . . . . . . . CHS3 FINANCIAL HELP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHS3 ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL. . . . . . . . . . . . CHS4 JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHS5 RELIGIOUS SPONSORED HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FRANCISCO . . . . . . . . CHS6 Convent of the Sacred Heart; Immaculate Conception Academy; Mercy High School, Burlingame; Mercy High School College Preparatory, San Francisco; Notre Dame High School; Sacred Heart Preparatory; San Domenico School; St. Ignatius College Preparatory; Stuart Hall; Woodside Priory School

STEPS FOR APPLYING TO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS 1.

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Obtain the application packets from all of the Catholic High Schools to which you plan to apply.

Attend OPEN HOUSES and visit at least two schools which interest you and meet your needs. Consult this brochure for calendar dates or call individual schools. Seek information about other opportunities for school visitations. Considering your personal strengths and aptitudes, discuss with your 8th Grade teacher(s), principal, counselor, and parents, the high school programs that best meet your needs.

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Complete and submit your applications on time.

Take the High School Placement Test at one of the schools to which you have applied. The HSPT may be taken only once, but on the form list the other Catholic Schools to which you have applied, so your test scores can be sent there.

MARIN CATHOLIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHS8 SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY . . . . . . . CHS9 GRADUATION OUTCOMES FOR ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FRANCISCO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS. . . . . . . . . CHS10 ARCHDIOCESAN HIGH SCHOOLS OPEN HOUSE CALENDAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHS12

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Decisions can be viewed March 11th after 4 pm. Registration deadline will be Friday, March 18, 2016. Prospective students should contact school for their registration deadlines.

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For further information check the website, www.sfcatholicschools.org.

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WHY CHOOSE A CATHOLIC SCHOOL? HOW CAN I GET THE MOST SUP­PORT­IVE ENVIRONMENT FOR MY CHILD DURING THE NEXT FOUR YEARS? The community environment experienced in Catholic schools fully supports students in their spiritual and academic growth. Teachers dedicate themselves to helping students achieve their full potential.

I AM UNABLE TO AFFORD THE EXPENSE OF A CATH­O­LIC EDUCATION; WHAT CAN I DO? All Catholic high schools in the San Francisco Archdiocese have substantial scholarship and financial aid programs for students and families who qualify.

WHAT CAN A CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL DO FOR MY CHILD? The teaching of Catholic values and faith formation are core to the curriculum in Catholic high schools. Equally important is the religious community of adults surrounding Catholic schools, which supports the schools’ mission. Catholic schools mandate that their students take more college preparatory classes. Catholic schools provide challenging academic curricula in which students thrive, particularly in religious studies, mathematics, science, English and other core subjects.

WHAT ARE THE RESULTS FOR CATH­O­LIC HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES? Over 98 percent of Catholic school graduates in the San Francisco Archdiocese enroll in colleges and universities.

WHAT FINANCIAL HELP IS AVAILABLE TO ASSIST A FAMILY WITH THE EXPENSE OF A CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION Significant scholarship and financial assistance programs help families meet tuition responsibilities. In the 2014-2015 school year, more than $26.5 million in financial assistance was given

by Catholic high schools within the Archdiocese. At the time of application to a Catholic high school, parents should inquire about programs available through the individual high school and through the San Francisco Archdiocese.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS Archbishop Riordan High School, San Francisco; Convent of the Sacred Heart High School, San Francisco; Immaculate Conception Academy, San Francisco; Junipero Serra High School, San Mateo; Marin Catholic High School, Kentfield; Mercy High School, San Francisco; Mercy High School, Burlingame; Notre Dame High School, Belmont; Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory, San Francisco; Sacred Heart Preparatory, Atherton; Saint Ignatius College Preparatory, San Francisco; San Domenico High School,

San Anselmo; Stuart Hall High School, San Francisco; Woodside Priory High School, Portola Valley; admits students of any race, color, national 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 or national origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administrated programs.

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ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL 175 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco, California 94112 • (415) 586-8200 • www.riordanhs.org

Archbishop Riordan High School has educated young men in the Marianist tradition since 1949. With a focus on faith development, academics, leadership, and service, students leave Riordan prepared to navigate the challenges and opportunities of our world.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Archbishop Riordan’s curriculum challenges students to reach their greatest academic and personal potential. Students take a hands-on, active approach to their education so that they can apply what they learn to real-life situations.

Athletics: 400 student-athletes compete in 11 sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Rugby (Club), Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, and Wrestling.

• Leading 1:1 iPad program offers interactive resources for students to expand their learning environment.

Co-ed Partnerships: The development of the whole student – academically, spiritually, and socially – is a core value at Archbishop Riordan. Our school enjoys a collaborative relationship with several all-girls high schools in the Bay Area. Riordan students participate in a variety of interschool events, such as community service projects, music and drama productions, dances, leadership conferences, retreats, masses and other opportunities, including the Annual Benefit Spirit Rally with Mercy High School San Francisco (pictured above).

• Block schedule allows time for deeper exploration of concepts; students graduate with more credits than a traditional schedule.

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• Curriculum and instruction tailored to the needs and interests of young men.

• 19 Advanced Placement and honors courses.

• Opportunities to take advanced courses at City College located directly across the street from the Archbishop Riordan campus.

• Specialized Resource Specialist Program supports students with learning differences.

• Visual and performing arts courses, including music, drama, drawing, web design and video production, are part of the core curriculum.

College and Beyond: Recent Archbishop Riordan graduates have been accepted to many of the nation’s top colleges and universities, including: • Cal Poly • St. Mary’s College • Boston University • UC Berkeley • Gonzaga • UC Davis • New York University • UCLA • Northwestern • University of San Francisco • Notre Dame • Wake Forest • Santa Clara • West Point Prep

STUDENT LIFE

Boarding Program: Archbishop Riordan operates San Francisco’s only residential boarding program with students from Italy, Brazil, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Nigeria, Korea, and the US. 30 Clubs and Activities: There is so much going on outside of the classroom! New additions: BBQ Club, First Responders, and iPad Repair Club.

Focus on Faith: Retreats, peer ministry teams and service learning opportunities help our students develop and strengthen their personal faith in God and relationships with family and friends. Students recently attended service trips to New Orleans and Los Angeles.

We invite all prospective Crusaders and their families to tour Archbishop Riordan, meet our faculty and students, and experience why “Brotherhood begins here.” Eighth graders can also sign up for a day visit with a current Riordan student as a guide. To register, please visit www. riordanhs.org.

QUICK FACTS: 700 Students 10:1 Student Faculty Ratio 30 Teams 30+ Clubs and Activities 19 AP & Honors Courses LEADERSHIP Mr. Joseph M. Conti, President Mr. Vittorio Anastasio ’84, Principal Mr. Luis Martinez, Director of Admissions TUITION & FEES 2015-2016 $17,410 annual tuition $750 registration fee

JOIN US AT OUR OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH AT 10:00 A.M. Pre-Registration Online Requested

GO CRUSADERS!

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CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO | SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL 451 West 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403 www.serrahs.com

PROFILE

For more than 70 years, Junípero Serra High School has proudly served the young men of San Mateo County and beyond. An outstanding, all-boys Catholic college preparatory located in San Mateo – in the heart of the Peninsula between San Francisco and Silicon Valley – Serra is a place where classmates become brothers and teachers become mentors. New Padres will find teachers, staff and classmates who will embrace and support them as they explore interests in a variety of areas – academics, athletics, clubs, student government, social activities and service learning experiences – all in the context of our core values of faith, wisdom, service, community and leadership.

Grounded in Catholic tradition, Serra strives to ensure that every graduate will be a man who gives of himself to others. Our students don’t just learn about spirituality and service – they live it. Our Campus Ministry program is at the heart of all we do, and our service learning program helps students put their faith into action locally, nationally and around the globe. Students are required to perform 80 hours of Christian service during their four years of high school, but most of our recent graduating seniors far exceeded the minimum requirement. Together, the Class of 2015 performed more than 37,000 hours of Christian service.

ACADEMIC RIGOR

Serra offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that includes more than 25 AP and honors courses in English, science, mathematics, world languages, and social studies. Our current AP pass rate is among the highest in the Bay Area, and our students consistently score well above the California and national averages on SATs. Elective courses allow students to explore a wide range of interests; some examples include Virtual Enterprise, Business Law, Films Theory and Production, and Environmental Science.

Ninety-nine percent of our graduates leave Serra for colleges and universities throughout the country, from East Coast Ivy League schools to the outstanding institutions throughout California, both public and private. During their four years at Serra, students are supported by our counseling department, where five full-time counselors provide the resources and expertise to help students and their families choose the right colleges, investigate scholarship opportunities and explore career options.

More than 61% of the graduating class of 2015 received scholarship offers totaling more than $16 million. This total does not reflect need-based aid of loans or federal and state grants.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

The arts play a unique role in the communication of ideas and the emotions of the human spirit, nurturing the moral, psychological, spiritual and social growth of all students. Serra’s highly acclaimed Visual and Performing Arts Program offers students opportunities to express and challenge their creativity in a number of ways, ranging from symphonic band and mixed chorus to theater arts, ceramics, basic art and architectural design.

(650) 345-8207 You will be known. You will belong.

ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS

The more than 40 clubs and organizations at Serra encourage students to discover their unique talents and build relationships with their Padre brothers. At Serra, ordinary moments become extraordinary experiences.

Students might choose to develop their design and engineering skills on the Robotics Team, sharpen their leadership skills by participating in student government, argue a case in a Mock Trial courtroom, or harmonize with fellow Padres as members of the Eleven Dollar Singers a cappella group.

A rich tradition of athletic competition is a source of pride for our entire community. Serra is a place where athletes become champions. Fifteen sports are offered throughout the year. Student athletes compete in the West Catholic Athletic League (WCAL), one of the most competitive high school leagues in California. Our coaches are dedicated to developing young athletes – mind, body and soul – into men of integrity both on and off the playing field. Padre sports include baseball, basketball, crew, cross country, diving, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo and wrestling.

TRI-SCHOOL PROGRAM

The Tri-School Program, a partnership with our sister schools Notre Dame (Belmont) and Mercy (Burlingame), is a collaborative effort that affords our students the proven benefits of single-gender education while providing significant coeducational opportunities including classes, clubs, retreats, social events, and music and drama productions.

PRESIDENT: Lars Lund PRINCIPAL: Barry Thornton, Ed.D. ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR: Randy Vogel ENROLLMENT: 880 OPEN HOUSE: Thursday, December 3, 2015 at 7 p.m.

TUITION & FEES 2015-2016: Tuition: $18,990; Registration Fee: $750 TUITION ASSISTANCE: Tuition assistance at Junípero Serra High School is based on financial need. Families interested in applying for tuition assistance should contact Sue Reyneri in the Business Office by phone at (650) 345-0226 or email at sreyneri@serrahs.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For application and shadow information, please visit our website at www.serrahs.com.

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CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL Thursday, November 5 | 6:00–8:30pm www.sacredsf.org

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SACRED HEART PREPARATORY ATHERTON Sunday, Oct. 18 & Nov. 15 | 1:00pm www.shschools.org

LIVING Our Charisms Each and Every Day IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY Saturday, November 14 | 9:00am–12:00noon www.icacademy.org

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We welcome you to discover the unique richness of each of our schools. Please visit our websites for more information about our Open Houses.

SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY Saturday, October 31 | 9:00–11:00am www.shcp.edu

STUART HALL HIGH SCHOOL Wednesday, October 14 | 6:30–8:30pm Sunday, November 8 | 1:00–3:00pm www.sacredsf.org

WOODSIDE PRIORY SCHOOL Saturday, Nov. 14 & Dec 5 | 2:00pm www.prioryca.org

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CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO | SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Marin Catholic 675 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Kentfield, CA 94904

(415) 464-3810

www.marincatholic.org

PROFILE

Marin Catholic’s student body is made up of approximately 730 young men and women meeting the admissions criteria for a challenging college prep curriculum. We are committed to small class sizes, which create an intimate learning environment and produce strong teacher-student relationships.

Marin Catholic’s campus is ideally located to serve students from all over Marin and the Bay Area. Sitting at the base of Mt. Tamalpais, Marin Catholic is one of the premier Catholic co-educational college prep high schools in California.

Consistent with Gospel Values, we are committed to the education of the whole person. As active members of the school community, our students develop the attributes of responsibility, both personal and social; critical thinking; and appreciation for the complexity of the world around us. We instill in our students the confidence that will empower them, as informed, compassionate individuals, to live a fulfilling life and engage in learning as a lifelong process.

Students are drawn from a broad spectrum of social, ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds.

CURRICULUM

Marin Catholic challenges students through an engaging college prep curriculum. Along with the development and enhancement of essential skills, the required course of study encourages exploration and self-evaluation. Marin Catholic offers 30 honors and Advanced Placement courses to students who are willing and able to undertake more sophisticated, faster-paced course work. Successfully completing the rigorous program qualifies students for admission to the most prestigious colleges and universities in the country.

Students from Marin Catholic’s Class of 2015 will be attending top colleges and universities nationally and internationally including Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, Stanford, Penn, Brown, Dartmouh and many more.

The passionate teachers of Marin Catholic are often cited by students, parents and alumni as the greatest strength of our school. As teachers, counselors, advisors, coaches, and activity moderators, the men and women of the faculty and staff ensure that the mission of our school is fulfilled.

An integral part of the curriculum at Marin Catholic is the 100-hour Christian service program. Through serving the marginalized in our community, students make a difference in our world by living out the Gospel Values. Grounded in faith and spirituality from our extensive retreat program, our students have a keen sense of who they are and what they are called to be in the eyes of Christ.

Marin Catholic’s technology program is designed to further differentiate and customize teaching and learning. Our students use personal iPads though our one-to-one program as a primary tool for accessing course content and performing course tasks.

ACTIVITIES

Marin Catholic recognizes that students will have a richer high school experience if they become active members of their school community. We encourage participation in our extracurricular program, which appeals to the diverse interests of our entire student body. Nearly all of our students are involved in theatrical productions, athletics, or student government and clubs.

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KNOWLEDGE

PRESIDENT: Mr. Tim Navone PRINCIPAL: Mr. Chris Valdez TUITION AND FEES 2015-2016: Tuition: $17,950 • Registration: $800 OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, October 25 at 2:00PM

SERVICE

TUITION ASSISTANCE: This year, Marin Catholic committed nearly $1.6 million in tuition assistance and scholarships. Both tuition assistance and named scholarships are awarded based on need as demonstrated through the tuition assistance application process.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: admissions@marincatholic.org (415) 464-3810 Janie Rockett, Director of Admissions Marianne Hill, Admissions Associate

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CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO | SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve PHILOSOPHY

Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory is a Catholic, college preparatory high school located in the heart of San Francisco’s cultural center.

We are dedicated to the intellectual and academic excellence of our students, and we strive to develop the unique talents and passions of each individual. Our devotion is illustrated in our enthusiastic and highly educated teachers, commitment to service and social justice, innovative curriculum and cutting-edge classroom technology.

Young people want

EXCELLENCE

SHC Alumni are accepted into hundreds of colleges across the country, including all of US News & World Report’s Top 10 National Universities:

to grow spiritually, intellectually and

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emotionally at SHC.

Dartmouth University

Students know they will

Duke University Harvard University

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Princeton University

by a loving community

University of Chicago

Stanford University

of learners.

University of Pennsylvania

COMMUNITY

Students and their families choose SHC for the strength of our academics, our diverse array of cocurricular opportunities and for the warmth of our inclusive and nurturing community.

BALANCE

We believe that academic, intellectual, emotional, personal and creative development invigorates the whole student. Our cocurricular programs are essential, not extra, elements to the student experience at SHC. Our students excel on the field, onstage and as leaders in our community, just as they do in the classroom.

FAITH

In the spirit and vision of St. John Baptist de La Salle and St. Vincent de Paul, SHC educates students by the tenets of the Gospel to build a faith-based community and serve others with compassion. This core Catholic understanding helps to ground, guide and bind our community and serves as the nurturing backdrop for academic exploration.

At SHC, academic excellence is not only measured in the range and quality of our courses, but in our students’ curiosity, drive and desire to learn. We challenge our students to stretch themselves, to experience and learn as much as they can, to honor their passions and develop their talents, to generously share those talents, to become their best selves.

INNOVATION

Today’s groundbreaking technology may be obsolete next year. We teach our students how to use the tools most relevant to them in a digitally diverse and ever-changing world. Our students have the autonomy to select the instrument of their choice with our Bring Your Own Device program.

SUCCESS

SHC alumni follow their passions and enjoy endless success as olympic athletes, Academy Award winners, legislators, devoted parents, award-winning restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, philanthropists, Broadway performers, religious brothers and daughters, renowned physicians and educators.

“I felt an overwhelming sense of community at SHC that I just couldn’t find anywhere else.”

—Lauren Pugeda, Class of 2018

PRESIDENT Brother Ronald Gallagher, FSC, PhD

OPEN HOUSE

PRINCIPAL Mr. Gary J. Cannon

Saturday, October 31, 2015 9–11 am

ENROLLMENT Coeducation — 1,325

IRISH FOR A DAY PROGRAM

FACULTY 107 TUITION $17,500

8th Grade Visits September–November

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE $4.2 million awarded for the 2015-16 school year.

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CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO | SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

GRADUATION OUTCOMES FOR ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FRANCISCO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS Guided by the Mission of the Department of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of San Francisco, which is focused on providing quality leadership, offering programs of educational excellence, and preparing students for a truly Christian life, Catholic High Schools are an integral expression of the teaching mission of the Church, and are therefore committed to developing persons who are the beneficiaries of the rich heritage and legacy of the Church. In all of our educational endeavors, we believe our High School Graduates have been given the skills and tools to adapt to a multicultural society and be productive members of the world community by exercising power and influence for the good of others as Christ-centered leaders of the 21st Century.

OUR GRADUATES ARE PERSONS OF FAITH AND SPIRITUALITY WHO • Live the Gospel values • Respect and appreciate the diversity of religious expression • Commit to integrating spirituality with their life work OUR GRADUATES ARE PERSONS OF INTELLECTUAL STRENGTH AND COURAGE WHO • Communicate effectively in speaking and writing • Demonstrate critical and creative thinking in problem solving • Understand and appreciate the value of lifelong learning OUR GRADUATES FORM CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY AND • Understand the world’s diverse interconnectedness • Collaborate with others to work for the common good • Respect and demonstrate care for the environment as stewards of God’s creation OUR GRADUATES EXPRESS CONFIDENT LEADERSHIP TO • Empower others for positive transformation of society • Lead by the authority of example to embrace change and confront challenge • Take risks and learn from successes and failures OUR GRADUATES PROMOTE IN WORD AND ACTION SOCIAL JUSTICE AND INTEGRITY TO • Address injustices and work toward change • Demonstrate a reverence for life and a respect for all traditions, cultures, and peoples • Confront the moral ambiguities promoted by contemporary culture Rooted in the Archdiocesan Graduation Outcomes, these standards reflect the ideas of the individual institutions as well as the collaborative vision of what students must be able to know, do, and understand.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES 1. Students will recognize the ongoing invitation to grow in relationship with God and to develop faith and spirituality.

2. Students will understand Scripture and the living Tradition of the Church as guided by the Holy Spirit.

3. Students will articulate and respond to the call to live as Catholics in community.

4. Students understand the Gospel values that inform their conscience and moral decision-making.

5. Students will respond actively to the call of Jesus to be advocates for the common good through works of charity and justice.

6. Students will explore and experience Catholic traditions of personal and communal prayer as expressed in sacrament and liturgy.

ENGLISH 1. Students read a wide range of print and non-print texts to build an understanding of texts, of themselves, and of the cultures of the United States and the world; to acquire new information; to respond to the needs and demands of society and the workplace; and for personal fulfillment.

2. Students read and respond to a wide range of literature and non-fiction, informational text from many periods in many genres to build an understanding of the many dimensions of human experience.

3. Students apply a wide range of strategies to comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts.

4. Students adjust their use of spoken, written, and visual language to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.

5. Students employ a wide range of strategies as they write and use different writing process elements appropriately to communicate with different audiences for a variety of purposes.

6. Students apply knowledge of language structure, language conventions, media techniques, figurative language, and genre to create, critique, and discuss print, non-print texts, and all forms of digital media.

7. Students conduct research on issues and interests by generating ideas and questions, and by posing problems.

8. Students use a variety of technological and information resources to gather and synthesize information and to create and communicate knowledge.

9. Students develop an understanding of and respect for diversity in language use, patterns, and dialects across cultures, ethnic groups, geographic regions, and social roles.

10. Students whose first language is not English will develop competency in the English language arts.

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GRADUATION OUTCOMES FOR ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FRANCISCO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS FROM PAGE CHS10

HISTORY-SOCIAL SCIENCE 1. Students will identify, analyze and evaluate the various curricula of the Social Sciences.

2. Students will develop and demonstrate a wide variety of Social Science skills including, but not limited to reading, note-taking, writing, research, communication, problem solving and critical thinking.

3. Students will apply the knowledge gained in their Social Science classes to demonstrate leadership in helping to solve problems in our schools, communities, nation and the world.

4. Students will apply time management and organization skills and develop the ability to take ownership for their own lifelong learning MATHEMATICS 1. Students will solve problems effectively, creatively, and collaboratively using Common Core Standards of Mathematical Practice.

2. Students will understand and use precise vocabulary and terminology of mathematics, both orally and in written form.

3. Students will utilize mathematical concepts and ideas graphically, numerically and analytically.

4. Students will effectively use appropriate technology to visualize, understand, and interpret mathematical concepts and problem solving.

5. Students will apply critical thinking and logical reasoning to analyze situations, formulate hypotheses, make decisions, verify results, justify conclusions, and apply mathematics to practical or analogous problems.

6. Students will develop, use, and evaluate mathematical models in real world situations.

SCIENCE 1. Students will acquire basic knowledge about a broad range of scientific topics, and use that knowledge to assimilate new ideas and discoveries.

2. Students will be confident and proficient in the use and communication of scientific methods.

3. Students will solve problems through quantitative and qualitative analyses.

4. Students will use appropriate technologies to conduct lab experiments and other activities that encourage inquiry and critical analyses in a manner that regards their own safety and the safety of others.

5. Students will discuss and understand the impact of ethical, moral, and societal issues associated with scientific and technological developments.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS 1. Students will demonstrate the skills of self-discipline, focus, and personal accomplishment.

2. Students will communicate the value and role of the arts in transforming the human experience and developing connections in local and global communities.

3. Students will envision, translate, and produce works of artistic expression individually and collaboratively.

4. Students will apply vocabulary essential to the specific artistic discipline.

5. Students will critique works within the classroom and community.

6. Students will translate creative ideas into creative projects.

7. Students will share their artistic explorations to enrich others’ lives.

WORLD LANGUAGES 1. Students will communicate through oral and written expression and develop listening and reading comprehension in the target language.

2. Students will develop personal voice through conversation, obtaining and providing information, expressing feelings, exchanging opinions, and understanding and interpreting written and spoken language on a variety of topics.

3. Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the practices, products, and perspectives of the cultures studied in ways that recognize, respect, and reverence the dignity inherent in peoples of the culture studied.

4. Students will connect and further their knowledge of other disciplines through their target language experiences, reinforcing cross-curricular collaboration.

5. Students will reinforce and further their understanding of world language as they compare the language studied with their native language to enhance their understanding of cultural practices and language structures in both languages.

6. Students will use the language in multilingual communities both within and beyond the school setting and show evidence of becoming lifelong learners by using the language for personal enjoyment and enrichment.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of skills to improve coordination, flexibility, and physical fitness.

2. Students will learn and participate in activities that may be of ongoing interest and physical benefit to them throughout their lives.

3. Students will demonstrate knowledge regarding emergency and safety skills, including but not limited to CPR, first aid, swimming, and personal safety.

4. Students will understand the wellness wheel (physical, intellectual, spiritual, environmental, and social wellness) as the model and state of total wellness.

5. Students will demonstrate individual initiative and compassion to produce cooperative teamwork and problem solving with fellow students.

6. Students will share with the community the importance of a balanced lifestyle including cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition co-existing with healthy nutrition choices.

LIBRARY / MEDIA RESOURCES 1. Students will access information efficiently and effectively.

2. Students will evaluate information critically and competently.

3. Students will use information accurately and creatively.

4. Students will pursue information related to personal interests.

5. Students will appreciate literature and other creative expressions of information.

6. Students will strive for excellence in information seeking and knowledge generation.

7. Students will recognize the importance of information to a democratic society.

8. Students will practice ethical behavior in regard to information and information technology.

9. Students will participate effectively in groups to pursue and generate information.

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CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO | SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

OPEN HOUSE CALENDAR ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FRANCISCO HIGH SCHOOLS

SAN FRANCISCO

Archbishop Riordan High School

OCTOBER 2015 Sun

Open House: Sunday, October 25 (10:00 am) www.riordanhs.org

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Open House: Thursday, November 5 (6:00-8:30 pm) www.sacredsf.org

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Immaculate Conception Acad­e­my

Open House: Saturday, November 14 (9:00 am-12:00 pm) www.icacademy.org

Mercy High School – San Fran­cisco

Open House: Saturday, October 24 (10:00 am-1:00 pm) www.mercyhs.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral Pre­pa­ra­to­ry

Open House: Saturday, October 31 (9:00 am-11:00 am) www.shcp.edu

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Riordan Marin Catholic

Stuart Hall

Open House: Wednesday, October 14 (6:30 pm-8:30 pm)

Sunday, November 8 (1:00 pm-3:00 pm) www.sacredsf.org

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KENTFIELD Marin Catholic

14 Stuart Hall

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SHC San Domenico

NOVEMBER 2014

St. Ignatius College Preparatory

Open House: Sunday, November 1 (1:00 pm-3:00 pm) www.siprep.org

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ICA Priory

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Open House: Sunday, October 25 (2:00 pm) www.marincatholic.org

SAN ANSELMO San Domenico school

Open House: Saturday, October 31 (10:00 am)

Saturday, December 12 (10:00 am) www.sandomenico.org

ATHERTON Sacred Heart Prep High School

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Open House: Sunday, October 18 (1:00 pm)

Sunday, November 15 (1:00 pm) www.shschools.org

BELMONT Notre Dame High School

Open House: Sunday, October 18 (11:00 am–2:00 pm) www.ndhsb.org

BURLINGAME Mercy High School – Burlingame

Open House: Sunday, November 22 (12:30 pm-3:00 pm) www.mercyhsb.com

SAN MATEO Junipero Serra High school

Open House: Thursday, December 3 (7:00 pm) www.serrahs.com

PORTOLA VALLEY Woodside Priory School

Open House: Saturday, November 14 (2:00 pm)

Saturday, December 5 (2:00 pm) www.PrioryCA.org

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