Faith.Family.Excellence.
The mission of Vandebilt Catholic High School is to provide students with a holistic education that is rooted in religious values, structured through friendly discipline, nurtured by personal attention, and committed to academic excellence.
Houma Central Catholic High School
Vandebilt Catholic High School
OurHistory
The first Catholic school in Houma was opened on October 11, 1870 by the Marianites of Holy Cross. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart started with an enrollment of 25 girls. The school’s name was changed to St. Francis de Sales Academy in 1879 and boys were admitted for the first time in 1890. With the arrival of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in the early 1950s, the school divided into St. Francis de Sales Boys’ and St. Francis de Sales Girls’ High Schools.
As enrollment increased in the 1950s and 1960s, a new facility was built at the school’s current location, and the two schools merged in 1965 under the name Houma Central Catholic High School. In 1966 the school was dedicated as Vandebilt Catholic High School, named in the memory of Fr. August Vandebilt who was a longtime pastor of St. Francis de Sales Church.
Vandebilt Catholic continues to be a Partners in Mission school with the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, following, teaching, and living the charism of Father Andre Coindre.
OurPhilosophy
Based on their experiences as students in a Brothers of the Sacred Heart school, Vandebilt Catholic graduates are becoming well-rounded, faith-filled, self-disciplined, compassionate, and academically prepared men and women who respond to God’s love. (Excerpt from Brothers of the Sacred Heart - Partners in Mission)
RELIGIOUS VALUES
Because of the emphasis on spiritual growth and religious values, we hope that our graduates have a strong belief that God loves them, a willingness to respond to Jesus’ directive to love one another, a commitment to compassion, justice, and service, a desire for a deeper relationship with God through prayer, an understanding of the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church, and an intentional integration of faith and daily life.
FRIENDLY DISCIPLINE
Through friendly discipline, we hope our graduates have developed self-discipline that guides their actions, are sensitive and respond with compassion to the limitations of others, have respect for authority and approach relationships with fairness, mutual trust, and cooperation.
PERSONAL ATTENTION
Because of the caring nature and personal attention given to our students, we hope our graduates can genuinely care for others, nurture positive relationships and build community, and value themselves and others as unique children of God.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
As a result of our commitment to academic excellence, we hope our graduates are intellectually curious, are prepared to meet the academic demands of college and work, can strive to reach their intellectual potential, and use their intellectual gifts to serve others more effectively and generously.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL:
Faith. Family. Excellence. Those three words from our school crest truly do embody the Vandebilt Catholic experience. As a Vandebilt Catholic alumna (class of 2005), a former VC teacher, current principal, and current parent of a VC student, this school is deeply ingrained in my life and my journey. My time at Vandebilt Catholic has shaped me, instilling in me faith, family, and excellence— values that continue to guide me today. The same will be true for current and future students of VCHS. We hope you will join us and become part of this legacy.
-Dr. Elise LeBoeuf ‘05 VCHS Principal
Vandebilt Catholic TERRIERS contributed nearly service hours to the school, the Church, and the community over the past 3 years. 40K
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Each Vandebilt Catholic student receives approximately hours of faith instruction per year through daily religion classes.
Rooted in Catholic values and in the teachings of Jesus Christ, Vandebilt Catholic is a haven for spiritual formation.
SPIRITUAL FORMATION INCLUDES:
• DAILY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND CLASSROOM PRAYER
With an emphasis on the importance of prayer, each school day and class period begins with students and faculty praying together.
• WEEKLY SCHOOL LITURGIES
Various school groups and teams are given the opportunity to lead weekly school-wide Masses during the year.
• MASS, ROSARIES, ADORATION, AND RECONCILIATION SERVICES
Morning Mass is held in the chapel before school. Schedules are made for group rosaries, adoration, and reconciliation services at lunch periods.
• YEARLY CLASS RETREATS
Seniors participate in an off-campus weekend retreat. Full day retreats are provided for grades 8-11 with special attention to the needs of that age group.
• SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
In an effort to promote the prayerful spirit of service, students are required to complete 15-20 service hours each school year in the categories of service to VCHS to show ownership and pride in school, participation in service day as a school to a charity, and service to the community through non-profit organization.
• SCHOOL-WIDE PROJECTS AND EXTRACURRICULAR SERVICE
The annual Christmas project is led by the senior class to promote service to the community. A school-wide Lenten project also supports the Brothers of the Sacred Heart - Mission Amatongas. School groups and teams also participate in various service projects throughout the year.
• CAMPUS MINISTRY
Campus ministry offers an additional opportunity for spiritual growth through various outlets such as Sisters in Christ, Men in Christ, Pro-Life Club, and Big Brother/Big Sister, as well as participating in the March for Life in Baton Rouge and Washington, D.C.
Vandebilt Catholic Terriers
come from different zip codes in the Terrebonne, Lafourche, and surrounding parishes, including public, private, and Catholic elementary schools.
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of the Vandebilt Catholic faculty have Master’s Degrees.
A personal approach to the education of the whole student is stressed at Vandebilt Catholic by offering diverse academic, athletic, and co-curricular programs to students with a large range of interests and talents.
The philosophy of Vandebilt Catholic emphasizes friendly discipline, which corrects and admonishes, but at the same time teaches and encourages. While we expect respect for authority and adherence to rules and regulations, we advocate discipline that is respectful of the Christian dignity of the individual, is consistent and fair, and is based on a relationship of mutual trust and cooperation. This is essential to teach love of God, love of neighbor, and love of learning.
ONE-TO-ONE TECHNOLOGY:
With a one-to-one device program, Vandebilt Catholic is fostering improved accountability, along with organization and communication in a safe, secure, and protected learning environment. Students are trained as active participants in problem resolution and are involved in daily interactive, visual, and auditory learning experiences. Evolving technology guarantees that the use of such devices is limitless.
Vandebilt Catholic recently introduced an optional Chromebook Purchase Program, where students can purchase their device directly through the school.
The package includes:
• Lenovo 500e Gen 4 (2-in-1) Chromebook
• Active Stylus/Pen
• UZBL Cases Rubber enforced rugged protective shell
• 4 year platinum warranty
• Google EDU Management License Installed
THE DEVICE:
• 11.6” HD Touchscreen Display - Glossy
• Intel Celeron N5100 Processor
• 4GB RAM
• 32 GB eMMC Flash Memory
• 10 plus hours of battery life
• Lenovo Charger
• Garaged Stylus
THE WARRANTY:
• 4-year platinum warranty
• Includes accidental damage protection
• Coverage of hardware failure
• $0 deductible
• In-house repairs
Any questions regarding technology specs may be directed to Warren Gabriel, Director of Technology at wgabriel@htdiocese.org.
S.O.A.R. PROGRAM:
Supporting Academic Success for Students with Learning Differences
The S.O.A.R. (Savoie Original Academic Resource) Program supports students with diagnosed learning differences through personalized academic assistance and opportunities for personal growth. Located in a newly re-imagined, student-centered space, the program currently serves more than 130 students with individualized services designed to meet their unique needs.
Our newly renovated resource center features two full-size classrooms with flexible seating that can be easily reshaped to meet the needs of different learning styles and instructional formats. The space also includes a dedicated testing center, a private conference room, and three small collaborative study rooms, each intentionally designed to promote focus, flexibility, and individualized support.
We offer support at three distinct tiers based on student diagnosis and academic needs:
Tier 1:
Classroom and Testing Accommodations:
Accommodations vary by student and may include:
• Preferential seating
• Extended test time
• Quiet testing environment
• Altered exam schedules
• Tests read aloud
• Teacher notes provided
Tier 2:
Additional Support & S.O.A.R. Course:
In addition to Tier 1 accommodations, students are enrolled in one S.O.A.R. course: Resource Study Skills or English Skills.
Tier 3:
Comprehensive Support & Two S.O.A.R. Courses:
Students receive Tier 1 accommodations and are enrolled in both Resource Study Skills and English Skills.
S.O.A.R. Courses:
Our small group classes offer personalized instruction and include:
• Skills English
• Practical Math
• Practical Chemistry
• Study Skills
Study Skills Class:
Students use planners and study strategies to complete work and prepare for assessments, with access to teacher and peer tutoring.
For more information about the S.O.A.R. Program, please contact Mrs. Marion Larke ‘00, Director of S.O.A.R. Program, at mlarke@htdiocese.org.
COUNSELING CENTER:
The Counseling Center at Vandebilt Catholic strives to assist each individual to grow to his/her maximum potential. The center, in working with students individually and in classes, stresses moral values, coping skills, achieving full academic potential, problem solving, and planning for the future.
The school currently staffs three counselors and a counseling coordinator to provide support to students who experience difficulties such as grief, sickness, mental illness, and stress. The Counseling Center also encourages students to explore college and career readiness through Career Night, College Night, organized visits with various university representatives, and an annual Academic Signing Day for seniors. The school counselors on staff work hand-inhand with both the Dean of Student Life and the Dean of Academics to ensure that every student’s emotional and academic needs are met during their time at Vandebilt Catholic.
HOPE PROGRAM:
Vandebilt Catholic’s HOPE Program (Higher Options for People with Exceptionalities) provides students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities access to an individualized inclusive, student-centered Catholic education. The goal is to prepare students for the transition to life after high school while continuing to emphasize academic achievement.
For more information about the HOPE Program, please contact Mrs. Gretta Jo Calongne ‘92, Director of the HOPE Program at gcalongne@htdiocese.org.
Vandebilt Catholic is accredited by Lumen. It operates with the approval of and in full compliance with the Louisiana State Department of Education and the Diocesan Office of Catholic Schools.
The curriculum exceeds the Louisiana Core 4 requirements and provides needed TOPS courses as well. Students have the opportunity to earn seven credits per year and are required to earn twenty-six units for a Vandebilt Catholic diploma. Honor graduates are required to take a minimum of ten honors courses over the four years of high school, to earn at least twenty-seven units, and to earn at least a 3.5 average.
The curriculum at Vandebilt Catholic has something for everyone:
• Standard classes give students the skills necessary to thrive in virtually any college setting.
• Honors classes are designed for advanced students who wish to delve deeper into subject matter at a more rapid pace. Placement in honors courses is based upon a placement test, standardized test scores, and academic grades. Certain criteria must be met for continued placement in honors courses.
• Advanced Placement (AP) classes allow students to learn at an accelerated pace much like a college-level course with a AP exam given at the end of the year for college credit.
• Dual Enrollment (DE) classes allow students to earn college credit while in high school.
• Skills/practical classes are offered in both math and English at all levels (8-12). Skills classes offer a college-preparatory curriculum with built-in supports for students with learning differences and disabilities. Skills classes also offer a smaller student-teacher ratio to provide more time for one-on-one attention.
8th Grade Year
Religion 8
English 8, English 8 Skills (resource),
English 8 H
Pre-Algebra, Algebra I H
Earth Science, Physical Science H
World Geography
Seminar/ Health
Elective 1
Elective Choices:
Study Skills 8 (resource)$
Physical Education
Band-8
Choir-8
Dance-8
$
$
$
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Freshman Year
Religion I
English I, English I Skills (resource),
English I H
Algebra I, Practical Algebra I*, Geometry H
Physical Science, Biology I H
Physical Education
Elective 1
Elective 2
Elective Choices:
Study Skills I (resource) $
Physical Education/Athletic P.E.
French I
Latin I
Spanish I
Am. Sign Language I, II (resource) $
Sophomore Year
Religion II
English II, English II Skills (resource),
English II H
Geometry, Practical Geometry*, Algebra II H
Biology I, Chemistry I H, Biology II H
Physical Education
Elective 1
Elective 2
Elective Choices:
Study Skills II (resource) $
Physical Education/Athletic P.E.
French I, II
Latin I, II
Spanish I, II
Am. Sign Language I, II (resource) $
Junior Year
Religion III (History of Religion-SS credit)
English III, English III Skills (resource),
English III Pre-AP
Algebra II, Practical Algebra II*,
Advanced Math I,Pre-Calculus H
Chemistry I, Practical Chemistry*,
Chemistry II H, Biology II H, Biology II DE
US History, US History H
Elective 1
Elective 2
Elective Choices:
Study Skills III (resource) $
Physical Education/Athletic P.E.
French I, II
Latin I, II, III
Spanish I, II, III
Am Sign Language I, II (resource) $
Band
•$
Choir
•$
Art I, II •$
Fine Arts Survey
Publications I $
TV/Film Production
Speech
Computer Applications
Financial Literacy
Psychology I, II (each half year)
Sociology (half year)
* - Requires Administrative Approval
- Receives High School Credit in 8th Grade
• - Course Counts as an Art Credit
$ - Additional Fee Required
H - Honors Course
AP - Advanced Placement (additional fees required; prerequisite and eligibility information included in the course description guides)
DE - Dual Enrollment (additional fees required; prerequisite and eligibility information included in the course description guides)
Fine Arts Survey
Music & Technology •$
Media Arts I, II
•$
Publications I, II $
Photography (half year) $
TV/Film Production
Advanced TV/Film Production
Speech
Computer Applications
Financial Literacy
Psychology I, II (each half year)
Sociology (half year)
ACT Prep (half year)
(must be enrolled in Alg. II H)
Project Lead the Way - Intro to Engineering $
Drone Technologies FAA $
Certification Preparation Course
(students must turn 16 by May 2026)
Dance
•$
Art I, II, III
•$
Fine Arts Survey
•
Music & Technology
Media Arts I, II, III
•$
•$
Publications I, II, or III $
Photography (half year) $
TV/Film Production
Advanced TV/Film Production
Speech
Computer Applications
Financial Literacy
Psychology I, II (each half year)
Sociology (half year)
ACT Prep (half year)
Project Lead the Way- Intro to Engineering $
Drone Technologies FAA $
Certification Preparation Course
Advanced Drone Technologies
Basic Machine $
Theology
Music Appreciation DE $
Fundamentals of Music DE $
Office Information Systems DE $
Introduction to Business DE $
Senior Year
Religion IV
English IV, English IV Skills (resource),
English IV AP, English IV DE
Advanced Math I, Practical Adv. Math I*,
Advanced Math II, Calculus H, Algebra III DE
Physics, Environmental Science*, Physics H, Chemistry II H, Biology II, Biology II H, Biology II DE
Civics, American Government AP
Elective 1
Elective 2
Elective Choices:
Study Skills IV (resource) $
Physical Education/Athletic P.E.
French I, II
Latin I, II, III, IV
Spanish I, II, III, IV (IV DE)
Am Sign Language I, II (resource) $ Band
Art I, II, III, IV
Music and Technology
Media Arts I, II, III •$
Publications I, II, or III $
Photography (half year) $
TV/Film Production
Advanced TV/Film Production
Speech
Computer Applications
Financial Literacy
Psychology I, II (each half year)
Sociology (half year)
ACT Prep (half year)
Project Lead the Way- Intro to Engineering $
Drone Technologies FAA $
Certification Preparation Course
Advanced Drone Technologies $
Basic Machine $
Theology
Music Appreciation DE $
Fundamentals of Music DE $
Office Information Systems DE $
Introduction to Business DE $
Work (full/half year)
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE PROGRAM:
Tutoring/homework help and study hall through the Academic Excellence Program is offered during the second half of each lunch period. Peer tutors are available daily (by reservation or referral only), and subject area teachers are available for concept clarification or homework help on a first-come, firstserved basis. Teachers or counselors will refer students for make-up work, tutoring, or homework help. Parents or students may also request peer tutoring services through the Academic Dean, grade level counselor, S.O.A.R. Director, or their teacher.
BELL SCHEDULE
RECENT GRADUATES WERE OFFERED ADMISSIONS TO THE FOLLOWING COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES:
Arizona State University
Auburn University
Aveda Institute of New Orleans
Baton Rouge Community College
Baylor University
Belmont University
Belhaven University
Bournemouth University, England
Centenary College of Louisiana
Colorado State University Pueblo
Dallas Baptist University
Delgado Community College
Delgado University
Delta State University
Dillard University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Emory University
Fletcher Technical Community College
Fordham University
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University
Georgia Tech University
Grambling State University
Hendrix College
Huntingdon College
Indiana University Bloomington
John Melvin University
LaSalle Tech
Liberty University
Louisiana Christian University
Louisiana College
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University Alexandria
Louisiana State University Eunice
Louisiana Tech University
Loyola University
Manhattanville University
Marshall University
McNeese State University
Michigan State University
Millsaps College
Mississippi College
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Mississippi State University
Missouri State University
Morehouse College
Neumont College of Computer Science
Nicholls State University
Northwestern State University
Omega Institute of Cosmetology
Parsons School of Design
Pinola College
River Parish Community College
Rockhurst University
Saint Mary’s College of California
Seton Hill University
South Louisiana Community College
Southeastern Louisiana University
Spring Hill College
St. Andrews University
Texas A&M University
Texas Christian University
The New School
Tulane University
University of Alabama
University of Alabama Huntsville
University of Arkansas
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Dayton
University of Brighton, England
University of Connecticut
University of Denver
University of Gloucestershire, England
University of Holy Cross
University of Louisiana Lafayette
University of Louisiana Monroe
University of Michigan
University of Mississippi
University of New Orleans
University of Northern Colorado
University of Oregon
University of South Alabama
University of South Carolina
University of South Florida
University of South Mississippi
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
University of Tennessee Knoxville
West Virginia State University
Wright State University
Xavier University New Orleans
Students are involved in nearly 50 clubs, organizations, and sports teams on campus.
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co-curricular organizations on campus are dedicated toward spiritual growth.
VANDEBILT CATHOLIC STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
4-H (Green Team/Marksmen)
Art Club
Beta Club (Jr. and Sr. High)
Bass Fishing Team
(Jr. and Sr. High)
Big Brother/Big Sister
Book Club
Campus Ministry
Men of Christ
Sisters in Christ Bridge Team
Chess Club
Choir Vandebelles
E-Sports
French Club
Hope Buddies
Math Honor Society
Music Ministry
National Honor Society (Jr. and Sr. High)
Passion Play
Photography Club
Pro-Life Club
Quiz Bowl (Jr. and Sr. High)
Regiment (Band)
Guard/Color Guard
Vantastics Dance Team (Jr. and Sr. High)
STEM Club
Stitcher’s Club
Student Ambassadors
Student Government Association (Jr. and Sr. High)
VC Theater Yearbook
Clubs are available each year based on interest and approval from administration. Additional academic and religious opportunities offered: Close-Up Trip to Washington D.C., Literary Rally (participants selected by teachers), and March for Life Trip to Washington D.C.
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VANDEBILT CATHOLIC SPORTS AVAILABLE: 2024-2025
SPORT GIRLS BOYS TRYOUT
Track and Field
Please Note: All 8th Grade and Junior High teams are dependent on sign up numbers.
Athletic Accomplishments
Volleyball District Champions, State Quarter-finalist
Football State Quarter-finalist
Boys Cross Country State Qualifier
Girls Cross Country State Qualifier
Boys Soccer District Champions, State Qualifier
Girls Soccer District Champions, State Quarter-finalist
Boys Basketball District Champions, State Quarter-finalist
Girls Basketball District Champions, STATE CHAMPIONS
Boys Bowling State Qualifier
Girls Tennis Regional Champions, State Runner-Up
Boys Tennis Regional Champions, State Qualifier
Boys Golf State Qualifier
Baseball State Semi-finalist
Softball District Champions, STATE CHAMPIONS
Boys Swimming State Qualifier
Girls Swimming District Champions, State Qualifier
Boys Track & Field State Qualifier
Girls Track & Field State Qualifier
Cheerleading National Finalist
STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 107
Vandebilt Catholic High School is a member of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association and is bound by the association’s policies with regard to athletic eligibility.
All questions regarding athletic eligibility should be directed to Mr. Chad Menard or Mr. Brian Wallace, Co-Athletic Directors at cmenard@htdiocese.org or bwallace@htdiocese.org.
The following are general summary statements of these policies:
• RESIDENCE
School districts or attendance zones designated by the public school boards or the federal courts shall be used in determining the eligibility under the transfer rule. School bus routes shall not be used in determining the eligibility under this rule.
• SCHOOL TRANSFERS
A student shall be considered a transfer student if he/she, after establishing eligibility in a school, changes attendance to another school for any reason. A student will be considered as establishing eligibility when he/she has attended at least one class period. He/she will be ineligible for one calendar year after transferring from one member school to another.
• OUTSIDE THE ATHLETIC ATTENDANCE ZONE / CIVIL PARISH
Any student who attends a school outside his/her athletic attendance zone shall be ineligible to participate in interscholastic athletics at that school for a period of one calendar year from his/ her first day of attendance. Exception: A first year 7th, 8th, or 9th grade student who is transferring outside his/her athletic attendance zone shall be eligible to participate at the sub-varsity level only. The one year period of ineligibility may be waived and the student shall be immediately eligible if the student continuously attended the entire 7th and/or 8th grades at a middle/junior high school of the same member school or school system located outside of his/her athletic attendance zone.
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OUR PLANS ARE NOW OUR PROGRESS
This past year was spent celebrating our newly renovated campus. Modern updates to our classrooms and hallways have created a more conducive learning environment and instilled a renewed sense of pride among our students and teachers. In addition to the significant improvements made throughout our academic spaces, Vandebilt Catholic has completed a multi-million dollar HVAC upgrade, greatly enhancing comfort and efficiency across campus. We have also finished replacing all exterior doors and windows with impactresistant models, ensuring that future storms will have a far smaller effect on our facilities. With so much progress over the last school year, plans are underway for our three remaining construction projects: a new Brothers Hall (business office), larger Chapel, and a new Athletics facility that will replace the field house near Buddy Marcello Stadium.
The following spaces have also been a major part of the campus renovation:
Academic Excellence Center
The Academic Excellence Center is a welcoming student-centered hub designed to support academic success, collaboration, and personal growth. The center features flexible learning spaces for quiet study, group work, and homework. With this reimagined space, the school can foster a culture for learning, time management, and focused instruction.
Chemistry Lab
The newly renovated Chemistry Lab provides students with a state-of-the-art environment for hands-on scientific discovery. Designed to support both safety and collaboration, the lab features modern equipment and updated workstations to enhance lab-based learning and experimentation. Science courses taught in this space emphasize inquiry, analysis, and real-world application of scientific principles.
Main School Office
The newly designed main school office offers a warm, modern first impression for all who enter campus. Offices for the principal and bookkeeper are located in this space, as well as a large conference room. The updated layout enhances both security and efficiency, while maintaining a welcoming environment for students, families, and visitors.
Brother Alfred Kolb Center
The Kolb Center is a dynamic, shared space on campus. Serving as both a gymnasium and performance venue, it hosts weekly school Masses, volleyball games, physical education classes, pep rallies, theater productions, and student assemblies. Designed for flexibility and community gathering, the Kolb Center supports the spiritual, athletic, artistic, and social experiences that enrich student life. The latest addition to the Kolb Center is a 20 ft. by 17 ft. LED video wall at the center of the stage.
Digital Media Center
The Digital Media Center serves as a creative and collaborative space where students explore interactive media, video and design. The center includes two instructional labs and supports student-led projects with a collaborative space in between.
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center strives to assist each individual to grow to his/her maximum potential. The new space features a conference room, offices for all 3 school counselors and a common space for discussion of college and the future.
Resource Center
The S.O.A.R. (Savoie Original Academic Resource) Program is designed to support students with officially diagnosed learning differences by providing tailored academic assistance and fostering personal growth. Housed in a newly re-imagined and student-centered space, the program features two full-size classrooms with flexible seating that can be easily reshaped to meet the needs of different learning styles and instructional formats. The space also includes a dedicated testing room, a private conference room, and three small collaborative study rooms, each intentionally designed to promote focus, flexibility, and individualized support.
Brother Bernard Tunney Gymnasium
The Tunney Gym serves our athletic programs including physical education classes, volleyball and basketball. The space has been enhanced with new flooring, fresh paint, modern acoustic sails, and a large LED video wall for advertising and interactive game graphics. The Boys Basketball locker room has also been given a face-lift with modern lockers and lighting. The gym foyer includes wall graphics to excite terrier fans attending games.
With only a few projects remaining on the campus-wide renovation list, our campus now stands as a shining example of the fortitude of our school community and reflects the caliber of the students and teachers who call Vandebilt Catholic home.
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE:
Vandebilt Catholic is committed to providing a holistic education to all students. High priority is given to those families who have supported Catholic schools and great care is given to ensure that the school does not become available only to the social, academic, or athletic elite. Tuition and fees, along with donations to the school, make up the majority of our income.
Vandebilt Catholic offers financial aid based on need with an in-house budget of approximately $150,000. Donated funds are also available through endowed scholarships.
Families must complete the registration process to apply for financial aid. Registration applications must be submitted by February 27, 2026. FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment conducts the need analysis for Vandebilt Catholic. Families applying for financial aid will need to complete an online application at factsmgt.com by March 9, 2026. The process takes about twenty minutes to complete and there is a $40 (approximate) application fee. All supporting documentation must be uploaded, and application status should read “completed” by the deadline in order to be considered for assistance.
PARTNERING TUITION DONATION REBATE PROGRAMS:
Additional assistance may be available through partnering scholarship opportunities for those entering Vandebilt Catholic from public schools or those who are currently on tuition donation rebate programs:
ACE SCHOLARSHIPS LOUISIANA acescholarships.org
ARETE aretescholars.org
LAGATOR lagator.la.gov
For more information regarding financial aid, please contact Mrs. Lori Liner, Bookkeeper at lori.liner@htdiocese.org.
Families
received financial aid from in-house funds, as well as partnering tuition donation rebate programs for the 2025-2026 school year.
2026-2027 ADMISSIONS:
Vandebilt Catholic High School admits students of any religion or ethnic origin. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or national origin in the administration of its admission policies, financial aid program, or any school-administered program. Admission is based on the following considerations: a desire to attend Vandebilt Catholic, elementary school record, and an interview with the student. Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will begin in February 2026.
Admission Timeline*
December 12, 2025
S.O.A.R. (Resource) Program Parent Meeting
December 12, 2025 New Student Applications and Placement Test Applications due
January 10, 2026 Placement Test
January 15, 2026 New Student Interviews
February 3, 2026
February 3, 2026
February 27, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
April 16, 2026
Registration information and form emailed to parents/guardians
Financial Aid applications may be completed on the FACTS website (www.factsmgt.com)
Registration form (online) and payment due to VCHS
Deadline for tuition assistance applications to be completed on the FACTS website (www.factsmgt.com)
Deadline for submitting new loan applications to VCHS
New Parent Meeting and Student Social
April 27-May 1, 2026 Bank Signing Week for NEW loan applications
April 30, 2026
Deadline for tuition payment and/or submitting renewal of loan applications to VCHS
*All dates are subject to change. Please check vandebiltcatholic.org/admissions for updates.
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