St. John's College High School Viewbook

S T. J O H N ’ S C O L L E G E H I G H S C H O O L Est 1851

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We can show you new paths of learning and new concepts of thought. You’ll discover hidden talents and interests that can grow into careers or lifelong pursuits. Along the way, you’ll gain a sense of confidence in your own ability to lead your life. Discover St. John’s – an independent, Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory school in the Lasallian tradition.

Opening Minds Unlocking Talents Building Leaders Welcome to St. John’s and thank you for your interest. This viewbook will show you some of the highlights of our school, but for the real story, I hope you will come to St. John’s to spend a day with our students and attend classes. You and your parents are also invited to attend our Open House to see for yourselves what St. John’s has to offer. It will give you a better chance to get to know us. More importantly, it will help us get to know you. We will show you how we help each student achieve his or her goals for college and for life.

For more than 165 years, St. John’s College High School has been committed to academic excellence and spiritual growth, within a community of faith in our nation’s capital. I invite you to share the experience of thousands of our graduates who have grown in knowledge and confidence while here, and who have gone on to make a difference in the world.

Jeffrey Mancabelli President

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We are Catholic.

We are Lasallian.

We are St. John’s.

A college preparatory high school for you.

We are St. John’s.

Coeducational. Lasallian. College Preparatory.

57% 43%

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“When I visited a couple of the all girls’ schools, I would sit with girls and the topic of the conversation would be boys. When I came to St. John’s, it was entirely different. I was sitting with boys and girls and we were talking about everything.”

— Comment from a freshman student

Lasallian Education

The shared Lasallian heritage is more than just an educational movement – it is a living reality that we experience daily in our work and in our lives. Inspired by the charism of John Baptist de La Salle, St. John’s provides countless educational opportunities inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond the walls of St. John’s, Lasallian schools are in more than 80 countries throughout the world – educating more than one million students.

College Preparatory St. John’s offers each student a pre-collegiate curriculum with instilled values of faith and Christian service. We offer more AP courses than most other schools, which means you can earn more college credits before you graduate. In addition, you will receive personalized support in developing your plan for college starting your freshman year and continuing until graduation.

Coeducational Research shows that coeducation promotes the following among male and female students: • High self-esteem • Positive outlook on math and science • Respect for the opposite sex • A positive learning environment • Broad participation in sports

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• Better behavior • Assertiveness in the classroom • Easier transition into collegiate life • Ambitious career goals

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If you are passionate about an area of study, chances are we have a program for that. If you are exploring your options, we will open your mind to a world of opportunities.

The real world is made up of many different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and so is St. John’s. We are coeducational, which means that different ideas can be shared from different viewpoints.

This gives us an incredibly diverse student population.

We help you see your world.

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Number of Christian Service hours required for graduation.

See how other people live without the advantages you have and learn how you can help. St. John’s offers you multiple opportunities to apply your talents to serving others.

In doing so, you learn more about yourself, too.

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I am learning how to think critically.

See differently. Speak confidently.

DIVERSITY

“ We’re a school where boys and girls learn together, in an atmosphere of more energy and a broader range of viewpoints in the classroom.”

— Emma, 10th grade

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A F E W W O R D S T H AT D E S C R I B E O U R T E A C H E R S

Energetic. Enthusiastic.

Passionate. Involved.

You will always see St. John’s teachers outside of the classroom.

They are involved in our service trips. They moderate clubs.

They cheer at athletic events and they attend concerts and plays.

They truly share your experiences.

To better understand who we are today, history is viewed through different lenses and is heard through different voices.

St. John’s teachers strive to uncover all the primary sources, such as teaching Latin or analyzing pottery shards, and open minds to understand what life was really like in the past.

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of students chose the Firecracker Chicken Wrap as their favorite meal.

CASSIDY COMMONS The Cassidy Commons food court is not just a lunch spot, but a

place for you to relax, come together with classmates and share your ideas and plans. Our newly renovated cafeteria serves both breakfast and lunch (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and features spacious tables and lounge areas. Have some extra time before class begins? You can check out the latest St. John’s gear in the school store, get a breath of fresh air on the patio or catch up on news and sports on several high-definition monitors.

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College Level BEFORE COLLEGE

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When you have unlocked a talent in an area of study, you may want to enroll in an Honors or AP course at St. John’s. In fact, about 75% of our students take some advanced level courses during their four years. So if, for example, you discover you have a passion for art, or science or English, you will be able to take courses that strengthen your abilities and expand your horizons.

Just a few of the 24 AP courses offered at St. John’s: 3-Dimensional Design, Calculus AB & BC, Environmental Science, English, Government and Politics, Physics 1 & C, Spanish, Computer Science Java.

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St. John’s offers you many different paths in your course of study, including a broad selection of Honors and Advanced Placement courses. We help you challenge yourself to achieve your goals for high school, for college and for life.

drive Honors Program

Students are invited to enroll in our Honors Program of Studies when they are accepted into St. John’s. Honors and Advanced Placement classes are offered in every subject area, and students have the ability to create a flexible course of study that can be tailored to their interest and ability level. High school placement test scores determine Honors English and Honors Biology placement in the freshman year, and placement tests are given for Honors Math and upper-level foreign language classes.

After ninth grade, students are able to place into Honors and AP courses based upon academic performance.

BENILDE PROGRAM

Named for visionary Lasallian educator St. Benilde Pierre Romancon, our Benilde Program offers a college preparatory program for highly motivated students with mild learning disabilities. Students attend regular classes, not remedial or special education classes, and classes are not changed or modified for the students. Within the Benilde Program, each student receives one daily period of resource instruction in order to develop skills such as time management, note taking and use of study guides, which help ensure success in a college preparatory curriculum. Benilde graduates have gone on to study at competitive four-year universities and colleges, including Bucknell, Hofstra, Penn State, Catholic University, University of Maryland and Villanova.

Benilde students are part of and participate in every aspect of the St. John’s experience. A Benilde student can receive support throughout their four years at St. John’s, although students tend to remain in the program for approximately two years.

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Each Scholar is mentored by the director of the Scholars Program, who is also their college counselor during their junior and senior years.

Scholars

PROGRAM

De La Salle Scholars Program The De La Salle Scholars Program provides the highest-achieving students an opportunity to mature intellectually beyond the traditional classroom. These students engage in critical inquiry of religion, literature, philosophy, ethics and the social and natural sciences. The program bridges the knowledge of St. John’s faculty and experts in various fields with many other learning experiences within and outside of St. John’s.

Through the Scholars Program, motivated and ambitious students are able to achieve their academic goals, think innovatively and use their gifts and passions to drive positive change in this world.

Scholars are selected on the basis of their performance during seventh and eighth grade, recommendations, high school placement test scores and their application, which includes an essay.

Scholars Project The culmination of the Scholars Program is the Independent Study Project. Students will link the pieces of their scholastic journey together to create this project, which provides the ultimate opportunity for experiential learning. Scholars may create and test a hypothesis, create a work of cultural expression, investigate a possible career or area of interest or choose another area on which to focus. Students will work with several mentors throughout their junior and senior years and present their projects to members of the school community.

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FITZPATRICK LIBRARY What’s in our library…other than books?

More than just a collection of books and laptop computers (actually, a large collection of both), Fitzpatrick Library is a place where you can learn the skills you’ll need in college.

You will develop research skills in order to find what you need in databases and the ability to evaluate your findings. As you discover more about your areas of interest, the library staff will help you find a wealth of information on the topics you’re excited about.

LIVING WHAT YOU’RE LEARNING Global Opportunities Scholars will have an opportunity to travel internationally during spring break of their senior year, exploring other cultures and learning more about the global community and their place within it.

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The Entrepreneurial Center

for INNOVATION and LEADERSHIP “A Lasallian education must continually challenge itself to be creative while remaining faithful to its origins.”

— St. John Baptist de La Salle

Throughout their involvement in the program, students focus on the importance of social responsibility and come to understand their role in creating a positive impact, both within their communities and beyond.

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year The Entrepreneurial Center for Innovation and Leadership, developed in accordance with our Lasallian values, encourages students to be creative in thinking and bold in action. It is a fouryear, cross-curricular learning experience unlike anything students will encounter in a traditional classroom.

Junior Year

Senior Year

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LEADERSHIP OF SELF AND OTHERS

• Powerful and formative full-class retreat on character and leadership • Seminars from successful innovators, leaders and coaches CREATIVITY AND COMMUNICATION

• Immersive two-day experience focused on the entrepreneurial process • Webinars, videos, group exercises and blended learning experiences designed to improve communication skills INNOVATION IN ACTION

• Yearlong project during which students reflect on a global or societal challenge and then develop a solution-oriented action plan – integrated into the junior year service requirement PUTTING PASSION INTO PRACTICE

• Senior Capstone Project and Pitch Day Competition • Unique, real-world field experiences and coursework

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EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM St. John’s was one of the first schools in the Washington, DC, area to incorporate a school-wide 1:1 iPad program. Using these tablets, students are able to turn in their assignments, take notes, watch digital lessons, make flashcards, participate in whiteboard exercises and review teacher presentations from any location. Learning networks allow for online group study and virtual office hours with the faculty, providing more one-on-one interaction.

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Online research databases accessible from student iPads

There is no additional cost to families for this program. St. John’s believes that technology is an essential part of any education, and so the school does not charge a technology or equipment fee.

For our students, the benefits of this program include: • Global collaboration with experts expands the learning environment • Digital organization and online storage allow access to course notes and materials both at home and at school • More than 90% of courses use cost-effective eBooks • Access to online audio and digital content teaches concepts in interesting and creative ways • Networking capabilities allow students to work online with students from St. John’s and other schools • Faculty members incorporate innovative instructional methods, such as the flipped classroom, and provide instant, meaningful feedback 13

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Opportunities Because of our size, St. John’s offers more opportunities to get involved, both in class and after school. By the time they graduate, nearly every student has participated in at least one sport and been active in at least one club. But, don’t think you have to pick something right away. You’ll have plenty of time your freshman year to meet new friends and check out your options, before deciding whether you want to unlock your talents in robotics or jazz ensemble.

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OPPORTUNITY

Students here don’t accept being put into categories.

An athlete can also be a musician or an actor. A student in your computer class might be a leader in Cadet Corps. The girl in AP Biology can also be an artist. St. John’s students have more opportunities to discover new talents and pursue them.

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Busy Bees St. John’s Eco Club is responsible for the care and maintenance of the honeybee colony on campus. After studying the ways a hive can boost local ecology, club members presented a proposal to bring a hive to St. John’s to the school’s administration. Now these students help preserve the beehive, study its residents and harvest the honey they produce.

Our robotics team, the Mech Cadets, recently competed in the FIRST Robotics Competition’s world championship.

Energy. Enthusiasm. INVOLVEMENT.

That’s what our teachers bring to school every day, which makes class exciting and engaging. You’ll want to be part of the discussion and will discover subjects you thought were boring really have life and interest. You might find you’re really good in a subject you never thought you liked.

STEM AT ST. JOHN’S At St. John’s, we believe that science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education is a cross-curricular endeavor rooted in a liberal arts education. Here science is not simply a course of study; it is a collaborative experience that engages our students at every turn. We also offer extracurricular activities, such as Robotics Club and Eco Club, that allow our students to further explore their interests in STEM fields.

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The Corps of Cadets: A CLASS, A CLUB AND A TEAM. For more than 100 years, St. John’s Corps of Cadets has forged young men and women into leaders. This elective program provides an interesting, challenging, rewarding and fun course of study that teaches students everything from public speaking to financial planning to team building. Through this program, students learn to become better citizens ready to lead their peers and serve their communities.

In addition to coursework, cadets have the option to join several extracurricular groups, including: • Color Guard: Presents the colors at formal ceremonies and various events throughout Washington, DC. • Drill Team: Competes at drill competitions throughout the metro area.

• Raiders Team: A physical and competitive team that gives cadets the opportunity to participate in an Army physical fitness test, land navigation test, rope bridge competition, first aid and 5K Road March.

• Rifle Team: A nationally competitive group.

A Century of Leadership Established by the U.S. Congress in 1915, St. John’s Corps of Cadets is one of the nation’s original JROTC programs and the oldest leadership program in the country. Although most cadets do not continue in any sort of military program after high school, those who are interested have great success in being admitted to West Point and the Naval, Air Force and Coast Guard academies, as well as earning ROTC college scholarships.

“The Cadet Corps brings distinction, honor and respect to the St. John’s community, the school and all of the students – not just cadets.”

— Peter Oristian ’82 Father of P.J. ’13 and Tommy ’16

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Clubs and activities meet before, during and after school, which means there is plenty of time to get involved even if you are active in sports. In addition, classes end at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays so you get a chance to meet with teachers, coaches and moderators.

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Just a few of St. John’s extracurricular activities.

Ambassadors Club, Art Club, Bible Club, Chess Club, Entrepreneurial Club, Equestrian Club, Forensics Club (Debate Team), French Club, Guitar Club, Helping Others Out Today (HOOT, a service club), International Club, “It’s Academic” Club, Jazz Ensemble, Justice and Peace Club, Lasallian Youth Volunteers, Legacy Club, Literary Magazine, Making Kids Smile, Model UN, Multicultural Student Alliance, Newspaper – “The Sabre”, Outdoor Club, Photography Club, Robotics Team, SJC TV, Ski Club, Spanish Club, Student Government, Tae Kwan Do Club, Theater, Ultimate Frisbee, Video Club (Film Society), Yearbook

belong

It’s easy to find friends who are interested in the same things you are. St. John’s may be a school of 1,100, but once you’re here it feels like a school of 400. You’ll discover it’s just the right size for you.

Theater, no experience necessary.

Each year, St. John’s Theatre produces at least two and often three productions, including a comedy or drama in the fall and a musical in the spring. More than half of the actors in our plays come to St. John’s without any prior experience in theater.

They get talked into performing on stage by a friend, or are encouraged by a teacher, and discover they have a talent for it. Then, they discover they love it.

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One distinct mark of a Lasallian education is that faith is at the heart of everything we do. At St. John’s, we support this philosophy with more than a four-year program of religious study. To complement what is learned in the classroom, St. John’s surrounds students with vibrant and active campus ministry programs, including Christian service activities, liturgies and retreat experiences every year. Seniors often remark that the four-day Kairos retreat is the capstone to their St. John’s education.

The true “Lasallian stamp” is the continuing of a 300-year-old prayer tradition of remembering the presence of God in our lives. Before a game, before class and throughout the day students in Lasallian schools around the world echo the words of our founder “Live Jesus in our hearts…Forever.”

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FAITH28,306 Number of service hours performed by St. John’s students in a year.

Service in Action Many students choose to serve beyond the curriculum requirements and embark on service opportunities across the nation and around the world.

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LEADERSHIP

Service is Leadership.

Faith is not only learned at St. John’s, it’s lived.

Our students live their faith through a wide range of community service and outreach programs.

As a Peer Minister, I led a freshman retreat.

Lasallian Peer Ministers Peer Ministry is a senior elective class that begins with a leadership seminar, which prepares students to plan and facilitate retreats. Each Peer Minister serves as a mentor to a small group of freshmen to acclimate them to student life at St. John’s. They also plan and manage the retreats for freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Students may apply to become Peer Ministers in the spring of their junior year.

Retreats Freshmen and sophomores participate in a variety of one-day, off-campus retreats. Juniors go on an overnight retreat and seniors may attend Kairos, a four-day off-campus experience led by both faculty and students.

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“I graduated from St. John’s extremely well prepared for college-level research and writing. Although many of my college classmates needed additonal help in how to research and write their findings, St. John’s prepared me to work at the college level.”

— From a St. John’s graduate

Communication

IS A LEADERSHIP SKILL

That is why we work across all departments to define what it means to write well in each discipline. Our writing curriculum is designed to help students achieve excellent writing skills, whether you’re writing a history paper or a short story for English.

We encourage you to speak your mind. Classes at St. John’s are often collaborative, breaking down into smaller groups for more intense discussions. Ideas are shared and students learn to express their opinions and support their findings with evidence and facts.

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Students have the opportunity to hone their communication skills through a variety of student publications, including our award-winning yearbook, student newspaper and literary magazine.

Our sophomore De La Salle Scholars visited the United States Capitol for a tour and a discussion on the legislative process.

St. John’s Girl Up Club met with Sen. Ben Cardin’s legislative correspondent on Capitol Hill. The students scheduled the meeting themselves and successfully advocated for legislation that supports quality education and protection of refugee children, especially girls.

Gallery of Classes Heritage Hall may look like just another hallway between classrooms. But, along the walls are the photographs of all the graduating classes of St. John’s from this year and dating back to 1851. Your graduating class picture will someday be part of this tradition and hang in Heritage Hall. At St. John’s, you are not just going to school – you are continuing a legacy.

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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS at St. John’s give students

the opportunity to compete at a championship level, while teaching the importance of teamwork, leadership and having fun.

Campus Our 28-acre campus gives us plenty of space for athletic fields. We have three artificial turf fields for our football, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, rugby and softball teams. Rock Creek Park is adjacent to our campus, providing a beautiful setting for our cross country team’s training runs.

Gymnasiums The Gallagher and Roth gymnasiums include a full-size collegiate basketball court, an auxiliary gymnasium, wrestling rooms, classrooms for reviewing game film and a 2,000-square-foot weight room with state-of-the-art equipment. St. John’s has two full-time performance training coaches who provide professional-level strength and conditioning training to each sports team, as well as two full-time athletic trainers who provide health care to our student-athletes and work with our sports medicine class.

Our Teams Travel Many of our varsity teams travel during the year and over the summer. These opportunities are not only fun for our student-athletes, but they also expose our players to talented national and international competition. Travel, however, is not limited to athletes; our performing arts students, Cadet Corps and Robotics Team also compete at the local, regional and national levels.

Beyond Campus Our athletic facilities extend beyond the borders of St. John’s campus. Our ice hockey team has its home rink at Rockville Ice Arena, including preferred ice time for practices and games. The crew team is based at Thompson Boat Center, located on the Potomac River in Georgetown.

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UNDER ARMOUR UNDENIABLE SCHOOL

We are proud to be one of the nationally-ranked high school athletic programs selected as charter members of the Under Armour Undeniable Program. This college-level, “head-to-toe” agreement outfits all of St. John’s athletes and coaching staffs with the most innovative game-day uniforms and training products to help our teams perform better. However, to St. John’s athletes Under Armour is more than just gear from the leading developer of sports performance apparel, footwear and accessories. This multi-billiondollar brand was started in 1996 by former St. John’s student-athlete Kevin Plank ’90, the founder, chairman and CEO of Under Armour.

A Culture of Excellence FALL ATHLETICS • • • • • • • • •

Football Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Girls Volleyball Field Hockey Cross Country Girls Tennis Crew Equestrian Team

Since 2014, St. John’s athletic teams have won 20 league and city championships. Just a few examples: • WCAC and DCSAA Baseball Champions • WCAC and DCSAA Cross Country Champions • WCAC and DCSAA Girls Basketball Champions • WCAC and DCSAA Girls Soccer Champions • WCAC and DCSAA Track and Field Champions • WCAC and DC City Wrestling Champions • WCAC Field Hockey Champions • WCAC Football Champions • WCAC Boys Lacrosse Champions • WCAC Girls Tennis Champions • DCSAA Boys Basketball Champions • DCSAA Volleyball Champions • MAPHL Girls Ice Hockey Champions

SPRING ATHLETICS • • • • • • • • •

Baseball Crew Golf Girls Lacrosse Boys Lacrosse Girls Fast-Pitch Softball Rugby Boys Tennis Track and Field

WINTER ATHLETICS • • • • • •

Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Boys Ice Hockey Girls Ice Hockey Swim & Dive Wrestling

“St. John’s gave me the education I needed to succeed at the college level.But more than that, they helped me gain a sense of confidence that has helped me lead my life. I believe going to St. John’s played an important role in my success in business and in life.”

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Your SJC Adventure Awaits!

Amigos de las Americas Trips Opportunities to Travel Abroad Athletic Team Travel Performing Arts Trips Service Trips

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We are able to introduce our students to new paths of learning, new concepts of thought and broader horizons of experience. Our students are enlightened every day by the cultural, religious and socio-economic differences that make up their world. In the classroom, we open their minds academically and help them become lifelong learners.

As students explore, they discover their hidden talents and interests. We help provide the tools and guidance to unlock and build on each and every one.

Our students develop their talents into careers and lifelong pursuits.

We live and profess our Lasallian charism. Our students learn from our example, as well as from each other. In doing so, they become confident in their own abilities and personalities. They become comfortable in their spirituality and the calling to a lifetime of service. St. John’s students become, in a real sense, leaders. They are able to take charge of their futures and lead their lives with purpose and honor while serving others.

A lifetime of learning.

ACHIEVE “ The teachers are experienced, caring and enthusiastic. I’ve come to know that they are prime examples of lifelong learners who inspire their students.

The comprehensive class structure has given my child discipline, motivation and self-confidence. At St. John’s, tuition is very affordable compared to other schools that offer less. In St. John’s, I feel like I’ve found a hidden gem.”

— Excerpt from a parent letter

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I was accepted to my first choice university!

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COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT

Academic Support and Counseling Our school counselors are committed to assisting with the academic, social, emotional and spiritual growth of every student. They strive to meet students at their level and to challenge them to reach greater heights. Freshman students meet with their ninth grade counselor throughout the year to understand the various support systems we offer, including: Academic Support Specialist, FAN – the Freshman Academic Network, The Homework Club, Peer Tutoring, Organizational Skills, Study Habits, Preparation for PSAT, SAT, ACT Tests

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100% COLLEGE PLACEMENT All of St. John’s graduates are accepted into a four-year college or university.

For a family, the route to college can be confusing and full of unexpected obstacles and wrong turns. The counseling program at St. John’s is a comprehensive four-year program that helps students and families plan for academic success and college enrollment. While grade level counselors assist students with their academic plan, college counselors begin working with students during their junior year. College visits, applications, essays, transcripts, recommendations, scholarships and financial aid are all topics addressed through individual meetings and college night presentations.

Beginning in freshman year, families have access to Naviance, a web-based college resource with information on colleges, careers and scholarships. In addition to giving students information about schools, Naviance provides information on where St. John’s students have applied and been admitted in the past, allowing students to gauge the success rate of previous St. John’s seniors.

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“It is this unparalleled sense of community that makes St. John’s so unique and captivating. I remember when I was in eighth grade – which, yes, I know, seems so immensely far in the past – but back then it was St. John’s emphasis on community that inspired me to attend, a decision which I can now confidently say was one of the best choices I ever made. This Lasallian community is created through all of the students, in many different ways.”

– Camille Jefferson, salutatorian

College: Columbia University

St. John’s opens the minds of our students, and in doing so, prepares them for success in college and for life.

Where St. John’s graduates go to college and succeed!

Boston College Boston University Brown University College of the Holy Cross Columbia University Cornell University Dartmouth College Duke University Georgetown University Georgia Institute of Technology Harvard University Johns Hopkins University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Northwestern University Princeton University Rhode Island School of Design Stanford University The University of Edinburgh The University of Pennsylvania Tufts University U.S. Military Academy (West Point) U.S. Naval Academy University of Michigan University of California Berkeley University of California Los Angeles University of Maryland Honors College University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of Notre Dame University of Southern California University of St. Andrews (Scotland) University of Virginia Vanderbilt University Villanova University Wake Forest University Yale University

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development Because of the breadth of academic and extracurricular activities, and the charism of the Lasallian tradition, St. John’s can respond better than any other school to our students’ academic, social and moral needs and guide them through a process of discovery on their journey into adulthood.

The St. John’s Alumni Network From day one, when a student chooses to attend St. John’s, they become part of something bigger – the St. John’s community, including more than 12,500 active alumni.

St. John’s alumni are loyal, successful and generous in giving back to their alma mater and its current students. Their generosity allows us to provide the best possible Catholic education in the Lasallian tradition to each student. Our alumni serve as stewards of the school, a commitment that stems from their own experiences of friendship and camaraderie during their time at St. John’s.

Upon graduation, our students officially join this network of alumni and know they will always have the support of the St. John’s community, in college and in their professional careers.

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St. John’s College High School is where students embark on a journey of faith and knowledge that leads them to embrace academic excellence, our Catholic, Lasallian values and a diversity of views and experiences.

Faithful to the charism of St. John Baptist de La Salle, St. John’s College High School is an independent Catholic college preparatory school whose mission is to provide a human and Christian education to young men and women from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

St. John’s is a community of faith and zeal with dedicated Lasallian educators committed to the spiritual, academic, cultural, physical and moral development of every student. Rooted in Christian values, the Lasallian experience at St. John’s prepares young men and women for lives of leadership, achievement and service to the community.

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Over the last 10 years, St. John’s has Over the last 10 years, St. John’s has $30 million in new completed more than undertaken more than $30 million in new construction and facilities renovation. construction and facilities renovation.

Some of our new facilities include: • Expansion and replacement of the athletic turf on Quinn Field (2014) and addition of a third turf field (2015) • Renovation of Smith Weight Room (2014) • Cassidy Commons Dining Hall (2012) • Fernandez Stadium expansion (2012) • Fitzpatrick Library enhancement and expansion (2012) • Mona Baseball Clubhouse and Magnolia Football Pavilion at Fernandez Stadium (2012) • Donatelli Center for the Visual and Performing Arts (2015) • Cap Mona Family Student Center (2017) • Lasallian Center for Mission and Ministry (2017) • Gene Morrill Blackbox Theatre and student theater complex (2017) • Gletner Courtyard (2017)

STATE-OF-THE-ART F DONATELLI CENTER FOR THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

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To see our complete course catalog online, please visit www.stjohnschs.org/academics.

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Getting Here Is Easy!

Bus Transportation St. John’s offers daily bus transportation to and from Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC, for an additional fee. Students may also purchase one-time-use bus passes in the school store. Current bus routes include: • Germantown • Laurel • Bowie • Olney

• Potomac • Arlington • Rosslyn • Alexandria

• Washington, DC • McLean • Capitol Hill To see the full list of stops for each route, visit www.stjohnschs.org/transportation.

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A LIVING LABORATORY In 2015, St. John’s welcomed several new residents to campus – the fish, mollusks, coral and sea anemones that call the school’s 410-gallon reef aquarium home. The saltwater tank serves as a living laboratory for our science classes, allowing our marine biology students to perform fieldwork right here on campus. The aquarium has already become a point of interest for students and visitors alike, as a tank this size is very rarely seen in a school environment.

Accreditation and Affiliations: St. John’s College High School is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and is a member of the Christian Brothers Conference and the National Catholic Educational Association.

Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy as to Students: St. John’s College High School admits qualified students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights and privileges generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs and other school-administered programs.

LAS AL L I AN E DUCATI ON Transforming Lives Since 1680 www.stjohnschs.org 202-363-2316 202-363-2916 fax 2607 Military Road, NW, Chevy Chase, DC 20015