SALPOINTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
A Catholic, Carmelite school honoring the values of prayer, community and service since 1950.
We Are
» Carmelite school founded in 1950 with a network of over 19,000 Lancer students and alumni
» Just the right size at 1350 students. Big enough to have the school spirit and excitement of a large school; small enough to get to know everyone and make great friends
» College preparatory with significant opportunities to earn college credit and over $20M in merit scholarships awarded to graduates each year
» A Carmelite community that stands in solidarity with Catholic Social Teaching, respecting people of every gender, race, ethnic heritage, creed, sexual orientation and financial resource (Order of the Carmelites human dignity statement, 2021)
We Develop
We develop the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, physical and social dimensions of our students.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE:
24
AWARD WINNING ARTS PROGRAMS
23 ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
SIGNATURE HUMANITIES HONORS PROGRAM
21 DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES
STRONG COUNSELING PROGRAM FREE TUTORING SERVICES KAIROS SPIRITUAL RETREAT PROGRAM NATIONALLY ACCREDITED STEM PROGRAM
STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO:
21 TO 1
We Prepare
» 98% of Lancers attend college
» Seniors are accepted to over 200 colleges, universities and military academies each year
» Graduates earn over $20 million in merit scholarships annually
» Interested in attending University of Chicago, USC, Notre Dame or other highly selective colleges? No need to hire a college admissions consultant! Salpointe’s college counselor offers personalized guidance
› Navigating Scoir, a college, career and life readiness software program
› Selecting colleges that are a good fit for each student’s strengths
› Preparing resumes and filling out applications
› Requesting faculty letters of recommendation
› Writing essays
» Salpointe hosts multiple college planning events each year:
› College planning and FAFSA financial aid workshops for families
› Get Out of Town workshops for students who want to study out of state
› Playing Athletics in College workshops
› College Fair with representatives from 90+ colleges and academies
We Energize
Student Life
Get involved and have fun! Go to the dance, play a sport, try out for a play, join a club. You’ll meet new people and feel the Lancer spirit!
» Join the excitement at Homecoming and Hoopcoming spirit weeks, winter formal, powderpuff tournament, dances, pep rallies, prom and more!
» Audition for a play. Or help make the magic happen by building sets and designing costumes.
» Join one of Salpointe’s 27 athletic teams, including beach volleyball, esports and lacrosse.
» Make music with the choir, string orchestra, drum line, and jazz, symphonic or marching bands.
» Plan for your future through the Medical Club, Model UN or Sports Medicine program.
» Try something new:
› Build and race solar karts with Racing the Sun, become an eco-activist with the Earth Club or choose one of Salpointe’s many other clubs.
› Looking for a club Salpointe doesn’t have yet? Start something new!
Student Wellness
At Salpointe, we believe that wellness is more than health. It is a positive perspective on life achieved by fueling your body, engaging your mind and nurturing your spirit. Our daily block schedule creates an environment that enhances the richness of our curriculum and lessens the stress on our students by making time in the school day for a variety of academic, spiritual, wellness and enrichment opportunities.
Salpointe’s Wellness Program focuses on eight areas of wellness: career, emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual. Students have opportunities to participate in activities such as cooking classes, yoga, support groups, book clubs, prayer groups and intramural sports.
We Value
Salpointe is a Catholic school in the Carmelite tradition of prayer, community and service. Students of all religions are welcome and we encourage the development of faith and spirituality.
Prayer
Campus Ministry provides support and programming for all students including monthly all-school Masses, moments of prayer and contemplation throughout the school day, Character Counts, morning Mass in the chapel and Kairos, four-day retreats that focus on spirituality, kindness and relationships with God, family and friends.
Community
Join the Lancer family! Special events throughout the year bring us together to celebrate our friendships and school spirit: New Parent Coffee, Lancer Men’s Mass & Breakfast, Homecoming, Lady Lancer Brunch & Blessing and Annual Gala.
Salpointe supports families through parent forums, and the Hear Something, Say Something Tip Line helps Salpointe maintain a safe environment and provides for the wellbeing of our students.
Service
Helping others is good for the community and good for the soul. Students are expected to complete 10 hours of community service each year with the nonprofit(s) of their choice.
We Compete
Salpointe Catholic is an athletic powerhouse! We encourage the multi-sport athlete and offer opportunities for all levels of skill. Lancers! Lancers! Let’s take state!
27
SPORTS INCLUDING BEACH VOLLEYBALL, ESPORTS AND LACROSSE
87 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS (AND COUNTING!)
SPORTS MEDICINE PROGRAM
LANCERS ARE DEDICATED TO SPORTSMANSHIP, RESPECT AND INTEGRITY
OVER 10% OF LANCERS PLAY THEIR SPORT IN COLLEGE
We Reach
Salpointe Catholic’s nationally accredited STEM program prepares students to be effective critical thinkers, problem solvers, collaborators and communicators. Using project-based learning in collegiate-level innovation and fabrication labs , students design, construct, assemble, research and refine their projects.
» Students can earn the internationally recognized SolidWorks certification , making them highly marketable in the STEM industry.
» Robotics class uses 3D Modeling software, VEX Robotics systems and Arduino Microcontrollers.
» Students learn coding through various engineering projects.
» Salpointe’s STEM lab uses industry-standard equipment such as MIG and TIG welders, SawStop saws and fabrication equipment, as well 3D printers and CNC machines like those used in the aerospace, architectural, automotive and medical fields.
» Students program drones to fly autonomously and can receive their FAA drone flight certification .
» Hands on projects bring ideas to life, such as Salpointe’s award winning Racing the Sun solar karts.
Specialized technology classes:
» Digital Design
» Digital Animation
» Programming I: Game Maker
Salpointe Catholic’s Humanities Program is a challenging two-year honors program offered to highly motivated, qualified students. Established in 1978, the program provides an integrated, interdisciplinary, multicultural approach to prepare students to make a positive difference in our complex world. The Humanities Program is a rigorous crossdisciplinary curriculum that integrates literature, history, theology, and art history. Humanities courses are taught at the Honors and Advanced Placement levels. Access to the program is competitive.
Humanities Courses include:
» Honors American Literature or AP English Language
» Honors or AP U.S. History
» Honors American Theology
» Honors Art History
» AP English Literature and Composition
» AP Art History
We Inspire
Participation in and appreciation of Visual and Performing Arts are encouraged at Salpointe Catholic through a myriad of course offerings, performances, concerts and art shows held throughout the year. Salpointe’s arts programs are housed in the Stearns Center for the Arts, a new and modern facility with art studios, set design and construction workshop, private practice rooms and expansive art gallery. Our award-winning fine and performing arts programs offer students the opportunity to pursue their passions, whether on the stage, in the art studio, through choir, instrumental music or dance.
Fine arts and performing arts opportunities include:
» 2D Art
» 3D Art
» Digital Photography
» Portfolio Prep
» Technical Theater
» Drama
» Improv
» Dance
» Choir
» Strings Orchestra
» Drumline
» Marching Band
» Jazz Band
» Concert Band
» Symphonic Band
» Late 20th Century Music
We Invite You
Our faculty, staff and alumni invite you to consider Salpointe Catholic as your choice for high school. This is where you will make friends that last a lifetime, become a better student/ artist/athlete, learn new skills, explore exciting opportunities and prepare for college.
Lancer life is a transformative experience that nurtures the whole person: intellectually, spiritually, physically, socially, artistically and emotionally.
Salpointe Catholic students represent the full range of academic, ethnic and economic backgrounds. Today’s student body of 1350 ethnically mirrors the diverse population of Southern Arizona. Half of our students come from Catholic partner schools and half from public, charter and other private schools. About 75% of our students are Catholic and 25% are of other faiths. More than half of our students qualify for some level of financial aid.
We invite you to attend our annual Open House and spend a day learning more about Lancer Life at Step-Up Day. Visit www.salpointe.org/FutureLancers for more information.
Admission Steps
STEP 1: Apply online.
The first step to becoming a Lancer is to complete an online application form. Visit our website at www.salpointe.org/Admission , click on the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions on the login page.
STEP 2: Complete all of the checklist items. Once the application has been completed, submit the following checklist items:
School Transcripts
Principal or Counselor Recommendation
English Teacher Recommendation
Math Teacher Recommendation
STEP 3: Take an entrance exam.
Entrance exams are offered in December and January. Only 8th graders are required to take placement tests.
STEP 4: Student and Parent Interview .
Interview information will be communicated during the application process.
STEP 5: Notification of Admission Status.
Information regarding the notification of admission decisions will be communicated during the application process.
Financial Aid
Salpointe Catholic strives to make a Catholic, college-prep education a reality for families from all corners of Southern Arizona. Regardless of economic, academic or ethnic backgrounds, 99% of Lancer graduates attend college. We encourage all students to apply for admission to Salpointe regardless of family income.
Salpointe financial aid award amounts are based on need and determined after the committee reviews all applications. Award amounts generally range from $500–$4500. You won’t know if you qualify unless you apply. Salpointe financial aid is awarded to current and newly admitted students on the basis of demonstrated need, as determined by factors such as income, family size, assets and liabilities. Families are required to re-apply on a yearly basis through FAIR for financial aid consideration. Salpointe strongly encourages its families to pursue additional funding opportunities that may be available for your student through the State of Arizona individual tax credit program.
The Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program currently provides tuition for all students in Arizona. The average ESA amount is $7500 per year.
For more information visit www.Salpointe.org/FinancialAid
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Salpointe Catholic is a college-preparatory high school in the Carmelite tradition of prayer, community and service. We offer our diverse student/ parent population a holistic education which fosters faith, encourages the pursuit of excellence, develops servant leaders, affirms the dignity of individuals, and promotes global social justice.