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A private, co-educational, Catholic, college preparatory school sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers

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The Xaverian model of education is over 175 years old.

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Xaverian is proud to be a part of a strong, international network of schools, the Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools (XBSS). The Xaverian model of education is over 175 years old. Our schools, in collaboration with the Xaverian Brothers, continue our tradition of excellence in education while evolving to prepare students for the

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challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

Did you know that legendary baseball player, George Herman “Babe” Ruth, was educated by the

Xaverian Brothers? A reporter once asked Babe’s daughter why Brother Matthias Boutlier had such a profound

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impact on her father. She replied, “When the Babe was twenty-three years old, the whole world loved him.

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When he was thirteen years old, only Brother Matthias loved him.” In that brief statement by Julia Ruth Stevens, you have the quintessence of Xaverian education. We have always believed that our job is to form positive relationships with the students in our charge so that, through those enduring relationships, we can

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help mold and educate them.

The characteristics of a Xaverian experience include: caring teachers, a commitment to the service

of others, the development of a student’s personal relationship with God, and the establishment of enduring relationships within the Xaverian community.

Xaverian High School recruited the most talented of Xaverian educators and the brightest students

in New York City when we opened our doors at 7100 Shore Road in 1957. At Xaverian, all students strive to

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reach their fullest potential in a challenging and supportive learning community that is rooted in the Catholic tradition and prepares them to be leaders in a changing world. We are a college preparatory school that educates approximately 1,000 high school students each year. We boast of a growing alumni base of over

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engineering. We are particularly proud of the thousands of graduates who have lived a life of service to others

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as members of the clergy, armed forces, NYPD, and FDNY.

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Strategic Plan Moves Forward with Co-Educational Expansion

In the spring of 2015, Xaverian’s President, Robert B. Alesi ’78, together with Brother Lawrence

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Harvey, CFX, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, proudly announced that the Board of Trustees voted

If the US Naval Academy and West Point could go coed, why can’t @XaverianHS? Great job by the administration! #CatholicEducation #Leadership

unanimously to commence the latest phase of Xaverian’s long-range strategic plan, which includes expanding co-education from its middle school program to the high school grade levels in fall 2016, as well as the continued progression of multi-phased renovation and expansion initiatives.

Reflecting on the next step of the progression of the strategic plan, President Alesi said, “We wish to provide young women, including our own middle school students, the same opportunities for a Xaverian High School

Peter Gregos

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@XaverianHS happy and excited for my alma mater to be taking the next step in its storied history #progressive

education that our boys have. We are committed to ensuring that future Xaverian students continue to meet the high expectations of academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to Xaverian’s core values of service, justice, and peace. By extending co-education from the middle school to the high school, Xaverian will continue to attract the highest achieving students, both boys and girls, who can succeed in our demanding programs.

We are confident that, by accepting talented young women to our high school, we will not only strengthen our school, but we will also strengthen Catholic education within our community as well.”

Lou Ricciardi

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Congrats and good luck to @XaverianHS in going coed. For alums like me I’d say 35 yrs too late but great move for a great school!

Strategic Plan Exciting results of earlier stages of the strategic plan include: • Cutting-edge, 1:1 learning environment utilizing iPads and Apple TVs • Internship Program boasting real-world professional experience with partner organizations in the fields of architecture, engineering, journalism, law,

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The Boy will be the last to carry on his father’s tradition. Madame the first class to start a new tradition – Clippers one and all!

business, medicine, politics, military, arts, and culture • STEM education for students who wish to pursue a study of engineering or biomedical science • Facility enhancements totaling nearly $1 million to date

Upcoming facility enhancements include: • New middle school wing

Gerard Kane

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This ’77 Alum has great faith in the admin & faculty of @XaverianHS as they transition to co-ed in 2016.

• New visual arts wing • New music rehearsal space • New chapel • Renovation of all science labs • Creation of two new STEM labs for Biomedical Sciences and Engineering • Creation of a student commons and study area

Patrick Fogarty

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Proud of my HS alma mater and former workplace @XaverianHS for making the decision to go co-ed. Great students, faculty, admin, staff

• Phased infrastructure upgrades and the modernization of all classrooms

Joe Randazzo

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I fully support my old high school @XaverianHS in their decision to go Co-Ed! Good luck with the transition!

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Molding Christian leaders who convert their faith into action.

XAVERIAN @XaverianHS • Nov 25

Xaverian students collected enough food for 6 deliveries to CHIPS soup kitchen during our Thanksgiving Food Drive! goo.gl/sttjSN

Our Catholic identity is the foundation for everything we do at Xaverian. It is our goal to mold our students into Christian leaders who convert their faith into action. This transformation occurs through daily prayer, schoolwide masses, retreats at every grade level and Kairos retreats for upperclassmen, community service initiatives, and a rigorous, academic religion curriculum. All of these opportunities create an environment in which Xaverian students embrace the spiritual values of the Xaverian Brothers: humility, simplicity, compassion, trust, and zeal.

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A photo from 2014 #ashwednesday service to remind us of our spiritual connectedness, despite not being together today

Xaverian’s religion curriculum develops each student’s intellectual, moral, and spiritual potential, consistent with each one’s dignity and religious tradition. We strive to enable students to grow in the Catholic faith and to develop an appreciation and respect for other religions. A strong emphasis is placed on the concepts of social justice, service to the community, and the conviction that Catholic education is an expression of the mission entrusted to the Church by Jesus Christ.

Xaverian is proud to have Fr. Sean Suckiel, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Brooklyn, as our Chaplain, along with the Very Rev. Eugene Pappas, a renowned ecumenist, educator, missionary, and social activist, as our Christian Orthodox Chaplain. Twice monthly, Xaverian’s Christian Orthodox students gather to grow in their faith and pray together.

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Deacon Mac offers words of encouragement and a blessing to the students going on the Kairos retreat!

Students are religious leaders within the school community; having the opportunity to organize and lead retreats, and serve as leaders at the Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School Retreats, where they meet students from the Xaverian schools in Connecticut, Kentucky, Maryland, and Massachusetts.

X A V E R I A N retweeted Kevin McCormack @kevmac71 • Mar25

Bishop Chappetto is speaking about

vocations w/ some of @XaverianHS students. @dobpress #XBSS #vocations

X A V E R I A N retweeted Salvatore Tinervia @stinervia • Mar 17

Join Xaverian’s historic trip to Krakow Poland in our first World Youth Day 2016.

Email stinervia@xaverian.org for details @XaverianHS

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“Falling in love with the service of God.”

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Above are the words of Theodore Ryken, the founder of the Xaverian Brothers. The Campus Ministry program provides students with many opportunities to experience this feeling, from volunteering at a local soup kitchen to hosting local senior citizens for a fun-filled day of cheer near the holidays. Service efforts culminate in the

CHIPS Soup Kitchen

@CHIPSbrooklyn • Nov 25

How are we able to feed up to 250 hungry people each day? Thx to people like this from Xaverian High School! #ChipIn

Senior Involvement Program, a tradition in the Xaverian High School community for over 40 years. During Senior year, each student dedicates a part of his/her week to volunteering at schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and soup kitchens as a means of living out our Catholic faith.

“If you allow yourself to be formed by God

through the common, ordinary, unspectacular flow of everyday life, you will gradually experience a liberation and freedom never before imagined.”

NYPD 61st Precinct @NYPD61Pct • Apr 30

Addressing quality of life issues w/our partners in the community @XaverianHS #graffiti #BrokenWindows

– from the Fundamental Principles of the Xaverian Brothers

Student Senior Involvement Reflections

“A special moment from my senior involvement was when

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I accompanied an elderly woman

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to visit her sister who was dying.

was a great experience.

She was quite emotional

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who risk their lives every day

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and protect us.”

God would want me to do.”

“My senior involvement work gave me the opportunity to help those in need and to demonstrate the values I learned at Xaverian.”

X A V E R I A N retweeted Mr. Giugliano @xhsmrgiugliano • Jan 15

Salvatore Tinervia @stinervia • Jul 20

Camden, NJ bound for our Romero Ministry Retreat @XaverianHS #xaverian #romerocenter

“I learned that being a Christian is more than just believing, it’s doing.”

NYPD 61st Precinct @NYPD61Pct • Mar 6

@XaverianHS Senior Involvement assisting @NYPD61Pct with auto theft prevention initiative

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The beauty of Bay Ridge, combined with the opportunities of NYC.

Located on the waterfront in beautiful Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, the fields and parks of Shore Road serve as our extended campus. Our proximity to Manhattan allows for museums and other cultural institutions to serve as xaverianart Shore Road Park

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Xaverian is easily accessible by bus (B64, B9, S79, S53) and subway (R). Private bus service is also available.

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♥ 11 likes xaverianart New school year means new field trips!!

Here’s a picture of #xaverian #architecture students from the Frank Lloyd Wright exhibition at the #MoMA

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Access to the world.

Xaverian’s music, campus ministry, and extracurricular programs facilitate global travel for our students to locations such as Japan, Belgium, Germany, and Italy. xaverianart

Xaverian offers an exchange program with the first Xaverian school, located in Bruges, Belgium - The Xaverian Institute of St. Francis. Students visit each other’s schools to learn about the other’s city, country, and culture.

Xaverian’s Model United Nations Club travels annually to BERMUN, a three-day, international Model UN conference with more than 700 participants in Berlin, Germany.

Students in Xaverian’s music program travel bi-annually to Japan to perform as part of a cultural exchange program called the “B Bridges.” Students also have the opportunity to travel to Italy for cultural enrichment. ♥ 32 likes xaverianart Eating before jumping on the train!!

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Xaverian provides an academic program that challenges all students to reach their God-given potential.

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So proud of the #APfam! More than 80 percent of our class at 3 or better!!! So honored to be your teacher, fellas. #xhs #clippers #xfam

Students are taught to become independent thinkers whose learning goes beyond the classroom. The academic program at Xaverian is designed so that all students will be challenged to their fullest potential, mastering the necessary skills, as well as curriculum content, to be fully prepared for their collegiate pursuits. The establishment of a fruitful, collaborative, and cooperative atmosphere is an essential part of school learning. Xaverian courses are designed, often with an interdisciplinary approach, to teach technological communication and presentation skills. Students are required to engage in research and to work together on class projects.

One-to-One Computing with iPads Xaverian was one of the first schools in the United States to embrace a one-to-one computing platform with

Vincent Raimondo retweeted Adney Silva @asilvaxhs • Jun 15

Best English class ever #flewby #insidious @MrRaimondoXHS

the iPad. Every student is issued an iPad for his or her tenure at Xaverian.The iPad has proven to be an incredible learning tool for both faculty and students. Equipped with iPads and MacBook Airs, teachers are able to give instantaneous feedback on student assessments, as well as provide a greater level of differentiated instruction in their classrooms. Teachers are provided with in-house professional development opportunities throughout the year, and often collaborate across curricula. Classrooms are equipped with Apple TVs and Smartboard technologies, and there are many PCs and Macintosh computers available for student use.

AP & Other College Credit Courses There is a great variety of Advanced Placement and college credit courses, including St. John’s University and Syracuse University, open to all students who qualify. Opportunities abound for our students to excel

Miss Lorenzo retweeted Mr. Giugliano @xhsmrgiugliano • Jan 15

#APLANGUAGE is taking part in a #fishbowl discussion about an #editorial on #CharlieHebdo. @MissLorenzoXHS

academically.

Specialized Studies Programs Xaverian has two specialized studies programs: the Ryken Program and the Equity Program. The Ryken Program is a New York State approved Special Education Program for students demonstrating the cognitive ability to master a rigorous college preparatory program, but whose academic performance is significantly hampered by a documented disability to store, process, or produce information.

The Equity Program is designed for students with mild learning disabilities. Students in the program will travel together in their first year, but then are placed in mainstream classes, including Honors and AP classes in their subsequent years. For information about applying to either program, please contact the Office of Specialized Studies at (718) 836-7100 x158.

Vincent Raimondo @MrRaimondoXHS • Jun 10

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“Xaverian is one of the finest high schools, not just in Brooklyn, and not just in New York City, but in our entire State of New York.”

–U.S. Senator for New York Chuck Schumer in his address to Xaverian’s class of 2015

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STEM: Preparing Our Students for Success in the Global Economy

Xaverian is proud to offer the highly acclaimed STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) curriculum.

The Michael T. Strianese ’74 STEM Program at Xaverian introduces students to medical and physical engineering

X A V E R I A N @XaverianHS • 21 May 2014

Xaverian has received a $1 million gift from Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Strianese ’74 in support of our #STEM program: tinyurl.com/k4rgpt9

programs that carry advanced credit with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). This program offers project and problem-based learning through hands-on classroom experiences. Students create, design, and build to solve problems, while being exposed to the industries where these skill sets are most needed.

X A V E R I A N retweeted Kevin McCormack @kevmac71 • Nov 4

Coding class @XaverianHS #STEM #EdTech very proud of the students and Mr. Spence

As part of our commitment to fully preparing our students for success in the global economy, Xaverian has partnered with Project Lead the Way (PLTW) to offer a comprehensive curriculum for engineering and biomedical sciences that has been collaboratively designed by PLTW teachers, university educators, engineering and biomedical professionals, and school administrators to promote critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and real-world problem solving skills in students. All students at Xaverian are required to take a STEM 101 course, which will introduce them to coding, computer-assisted design, and the basic principles of engineering. This xaverianart

class serves as a solid foundation for a more advanced sequence of courses. The hands-on, project-based, engineering courses engage students on multiple levels, expose them to areas of study that they typically do not pursue, and provide them with a foundation and proven path to college and career success.

Please visit www.xaverian.org/stem for more information regarding the Michael T. Strianese ’74 STEM Program at Xaverian.

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@kevmac71 podcasting from the first annual Tech Share Fair during CST #xhssharefair

“Xaverian gave me the academic foundation and experience that prepared me for leadership roles throughout my career.

Our country is facing a crisis due to the decline of students in STEM-related fields.

Scientific and technological advancements drive innovation, jobs, and economic growth.

To maintain our competitive edge, we need academically gifted students with the expertise needed to drive our economy and help protect our nation.

Through this program, Xaverian provides its students with the necessary resources to succeed, and I am honored to help the school produce future leaders in our industry.”

–Michael T. Strianese ‘74 Chairman, President & CEO, L-3

X A V E R I A N @XaverianHS • Nov 21

Dr. Andrew Fiore ’66, fresh off of accepting a Distinguished Alum Award @ #spiritgala, guest lectures in STEM classes

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“Qui bene cantat bis orat.”

Translation: “One who sings well, prays twice.”

– St. Augustine

Data on more than 25,000 secondary school students found that students who report consistent high levels of involvement in instrumental music over the middle and high school years show “significantly higher levels of mathematics proficiency by grade 12.”

– U.S. Department of Education

Students in high-quality school music education programs score higher on standardized

Music at Xaverian (MAX) is a renowned, all-inclusive, performance-based program. Any student, regardless of

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experience, can join. It allows students of any background to participate and take their skills to the highest levels of

students in schools with deficient music education programs...

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musicianship. The program boasts a student body of nearly 700 students with 24 different performing ensembles.

MAX develops skills such as discipline, cooperation, commitment, leadership, dedication, and perseverance in structured environment that will challenge students to reach their highest potential.

Xaverian’s Pipe and Drum Corps has been in existence for nearly 20 years and has established itself as one of the best in the city. The band participates annually in St. Patrick’s Day parades in Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island, as well as New York City. It comes as no surprise that Xaverian has led the New York City Council in the parade, and regularly finishes with first or second place rankings.

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Internship program takes learning to new heights.

Xaverian offers a strong liberal arts core program, complemented by the opportunity to enter a Pre-Professional Pathway of study. The Pre-Professional Pathways consist of a number of specialty tracks including: Business, Law, Biomedical Sciences, Liberal Arts, and Engineering. Students are given the opportunity to more fully delve into academic areas of interest, developing their passions.

These programs also include an internship component so that Xaverian students in the Honors Program

are exposed to real world application of the knowledge acquired in the classroom. These experiences encourage students to think about possible careers, shaping their college list. Prominent Xaverian alumni, among them investment bankers, physicians, lawyers, architects, engineers, and New York State Supreme Court Justices, mentor the students while also teaching by example the Xaverian tradition of giving back to the community.

“My internship in civil engineering took my education to unimaginable heights - literally.

I was able to travel to the top of the Verrazano Bridge to inspect its suspension cables and beams up close.”

–Randy Antoun ’15

For more information regarding the Internship Program at Xaverian (IPAX), including a full list of partner organizations, please visit www.xaverian.org/ipax.

Engineering Internship with Northeast Structural Steel, Inc.

“During my internship, I networked and built relationships that will last me a long time.

Working as a Case Assistant Intern truly opened the door for me to consider potentially becoming a lawyer when I get older. Working with caring people, tackling interesting tasks, and being in the middle of New York City with almost anything and everything at my fingertips is something I was very honored to have the opportunity to experience.”

–Christian Bono ‘15 Law Internship with Kirkland & Ellis LLP

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Xaverian offers team and individual sports in which young men and women have ample opportunities to compete as Clippers.

Boys Athletics

Xaverian is very proud of an athletic program that develops successful student-athletes. Many of our students

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use their rich experience at 7100 Shore Road as a springboard to athletic careers in college and beyond.

Cross Country Football Soccer Basketball Bowling Hockey Swimming Indoor/Outdoor Track Wrestling Golf Lacrosse Tennis Volleyball Girls Athletics Soccer Cross Country Volleyball Basketball Tennis Cheerleading Indoor/Outdoor Track Swimming Softball Golf Bowling

Xaverian alumni are proud to include among their members current and former players in the NCAA, National Football League, Major League Baseball, and the National Basketball Association. Still more follow the examples of their mentors and become coaches on the high school, collegiate, and professional levels. They cite their time as Clippers, where dedication, sportsmanship, and fitness are integral parts of the athletic program, as the foundation for their success.

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“If you want the highest academic standards in a great atmosphere for boys and girls now, and the ability to compete athletically at the highest level, there’s no place like Xaverian.”

—Chris Mullin ‘81, Xaverian Board of Trustee Member, Five-time NBA All-Star and Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, Head Coach, St. John’s University Men’s Basketball

XAVERIAN @XaverianHS • 4 Jul 2014

Congrats to Coach Del George, who was named Coach of the Year – All-Brooklyn High School baseball team: brooklyneagle.com/node/11987%20

XAVERIAN @XaverianHS • 11 Jun 2014

Congrats to Varsity Baseball, who completed a 6-4 win over Molloy to win CHSAA Class AA title by winning 2 elimination games!

Go Clippers!

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Xaverian defense holds tough to top Xavier in season opener brooklyndaily.com/stories... via @BrooklynDaily

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Come down to @AviatorSports for semi-final playoff action vs. Cardinal Spellman and “senior night” tonight at 7:30pm!

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Hot bats lead to Xaverian win over Molloy – MSG Varsity shar.es/1p17Dt via @msg_varsity

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Greg Thompson @gregthompson27 • Mar 10 They’ve done it! @XaverianHS is going to the @CHSAANYC championship game!

The Clippers defeat @IonaPrep 50-48! OW!

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The Performing Arts Program at Xaverian performs two shows each year. All major roles in creating, directing, and performing the shows are filled by members of the student body and female students from neighboring schools. Student-actors are trained in vocal skills, dance, and maintaining proper stage presence. The efforts of the student actors and student directors are supported by a student-run Stage Crew equipped to build the most intricate of sets.

Recent renovations enhancing the overall audio-visual systems, as well as upgrading the electrical systems and installing new lighting and sound panels, offer Xaverian’s musicians and thespians a state of the art performance space to call home. ♥ 23 likes xaverianart Great game today! One of many icy catches of the day! #xaverianultimate #xaverian

The extensive extracurricular opportunities at Xaverian encourage our students to discover their passions and leadership skills. A partial list of extracurricular opportunities includes: Art and Literary Magazine, Art Club, Chess Team, Clipper Society, Mock Trial Team, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Robotics, Rocket

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Club, Speech and Debate Team, Ultimate Frisbee, Yearbook, and Student Newspaper.

Dramatics Society production of The Addams Family

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Charles Frodella @chuckfro • May 22 Best of luck this weekend #NCFL2015 qualifiers from the #xaverian #speechanddebate team

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X A V E R I A N @XaverianHS • Mar 21 The cast and crew in prayer before the curtain rises - Did you get your tickets yet? #catchmeifyoucan @XHSDramatics

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Preparation for college begins the minute you become a Clipper.

Xaverian’s school counseling program works closely with each individual student on a variety of topics, but

with a constant eye towards a successful college application process. Xaverian’s counselors assist all students in

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Xaverian is proud to announce that FIVE of our seniors were accepted to Cornell (one being awarded a prestigious McMullen scholarship)... read more here:

assessing and understanding their abilities, interest and educational needs to prepare them to make informed, positive decisions as productive members of an ever changing world.

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An introduction to the college application process begins in freshman year with resume building and continues each year with a focus on intensive college research. Periodic small group workshops covering several topics related to the college application process, including essay writing, college visits, EA, ED I, ED II, SAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests, and important deadlines are offered for juniors and seniors, as well as their parents. All students

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and their families are also invited to attend Xaverian’s Annual College Fair. This is an exceptional opportunity

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to learn about over 125 colleges without even leaving 7100 Shore Road. As part of Xaverian’s College Tuesdays program, colleges and universities visit the school each week to meet with prospective students. Colleges such as St. John’s University, St. Francis College, St. Joseph’s College, New York Institute of Technology, Pace University, and LIU Post visit Xaverian to conduct on-site interviews with immediate admissions decisions.

The class of 2015 earned $25,012,637 in scholarships. Xaverian graduates earn acceptance to top colleges and

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Macaulay Honors Coll @macaulay honors • 26 Mar 2014

Thrilled to welcome you! MT @XaverianHS: 9 of Xaverian’s Class of 2014 have earned acceptance to @macaulayhonors!

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universities, including: Boston College

Purdue University

Boston University

Quinnipiac University

Brown University

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Catholic University of America

Rochester Institute of Technology

Clemson University

St. John’s University

College of the Holy Cross

St. Francis College

Columbia University

Stevens Institute of Technology

Cornell University

University College Dublin

CUNY-Macaulay Honors College

University of Notre Dame

Duke University

University of Pennsylvania

Fairfield University

University of Richmond

Fordham University

University of Texas

George Washington University

U.S. Coast Guard Academy

Johns Hopkins University

U.S. Military Academy at West Point

Lafayette College

U.S. Naval Academy

Lehigh University

Villanova University

New York University Northeastern University Ohio State University Pennsylvania State University Pepperdine University Princeton University

Xaverian is proud to have five seniors who earned acceptance to Cornell University this year!

@XaverianHS • Apr 20

Over 125 universities & colleges visited Xaverian tonight for our College Fair. Many thanks to our Guidance Department.

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Congratulations to @pferrarotto ‘14, who earned a scholarship for # Robotics! brooklyndaily.com/stories/2014/1...

B BrooklynDaily Standing O is at it again!

Standing O shouts-out to Brooklyn’s boosters

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RITVIK TANEJA ’15 Attending Cornell University as a McMullen Scholar “I am proud to say that I can move on to college knowing that Xaverian has prepared me for my future. Academically, I have been challenged inside and outside of the classroom. From studying for AP classes to working in an engineering internship at the World Trade Center, I have been exposed to all Xaverian has to offer to enrich the educational experience of the students. I’ve also learned the importance of faith in daily life. This faith can be in a higher power or in yourself, but it will, nevertheless, motivate you to strive for greatness.”

SUET CHO ’15 Attending Cornell University “I chose to attend Xaverian because of the challenging academic program, state-of-the-art facilities, and the renowned music program. I love how Xaverian gives equal opportunity for success to everyone. For example, I took honors classes, participated in various extra-curriculars, and am going to attend one of the most prestigious universities despite the fact that I am an immigrant who came to Xaverian from an ESL program in public school.

Xaverian offers everyone the same rigorous courses, enriching extra-curriculars, and helpful teachers that prepare students for any challenges.”

PATRICK COEN ’14 Attending United States Naval Academy “Xaverian was the best thing that ever happened to my faith. My four years here taught me what it really means to be a Catholic, to have a strong relationship with God, and to not be ashamed about that. I don’t think there are many places where teenage guys don’t feel embarrassed about looking for God in their lives, but that was the blessing we were given here. Xaverian gave each of us the opportunity to explore our faith, at our own pace, however we felt most comfortable about it. That’s incredibly important for teenagers who are learning about who they are, and how to live their faith.”

DANIEL LOUD ’14 Attending University of Pennsylvania “Because of our identity as Xaverian students, each of us has already committed ourselves to lives spent in service of others, and lives spent changing the world. We’ve already been set on that path. We’ve helped and served each other for four years. We’ve helped others at CHIPS soup kitchen and through our Senior Involvement volunteerism, and now we’re ready to take Theodore Ryken’s mission, and the mission of every Xaverian student before us, out into the world.”

MATTHEW MALDONADO ’14 Attending Princeton University “Xaverian provided me with solid academics, lots of co-curriculars, as well as SAT/ACT preparation and college application guidance, all of which contributed to my acceptance to Princeton. Anyone who is lucky enough to be accepted to Xaverian should seize the opportunity to attend because, in addition to the stellar academic offerings, the opportunites presented for spiritual growth are critical. I feel my time at Xaverian has fully prepared me for this next step in my life.”

A D M I S S I O N S For additional information or any questions regarding applying to Xaverian, please contact Mark Spelman ‘92, Director of Admissions, at (718) 836-7100 x127 or mspelman@xaverian.org

Open House Xaverian’s Open House will be on Sunday, October 18th, 2015 from 10am to 2pm. Sons and Daughters of Alumni Tours will begin at 9am.

Application for Admission Students must submit an application and one teacher recommendation. On the application, please indicate if you will also be applying for a scholarship and/or financial aid, as well as if you wish to participate in our Clipper for a Day program. The deadline for applications is Friday, November 20th, 2015.

The application can be completed online by visiting www.xaverian.org/application.

Tuition Xaverian’s tuition for the 2015-2016 school year is $13,240.

While the actual expense per student far exceeds the tuition, we are able to offer our program at this current rate due to the generous support of our Xaverian alumni, friends, and families who understand the importance of philanthropy.

TACHS Exam Eighth grade boys and girls seeking admission to Xaverian must register and take the TACHS (Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools) exam.

Students may obtain an application from their Catholic elementary school, Catholic high schools, Religious Education Offices, parishes, or public elementary schools. You can also register online at www.tachsinfo.com or by telephone at (866) 618-2247. Xaverian’s TACHS code is 011.

Xaverian will also accept ISEE, STS, and SSAT for students coming from independent schools.

A D M I S S I O N S Academic Scholarships Xaverian is proud to award $1.25 million annually in academic merit-based scholarships. If you intend to apply for an academic scholarship, please indicate so on your application. Students will be required to sit for the scholarship exam on Saturday, December 5th, 2015 at Xaverian. The requirements are:

• Students must submit verification of an overall average of 90% through their transcript for 6th and 7th grades, as well as the first quarter of the

8th grade. Copies of the applicant’s standardized test scores must be submitted as well.

• Additional consideration is given to students in advanced academic programs.

• Scholarship applicants must submit a completed admissions application by November 20th, 2015, indicating that they wish to sit for the exam.

Music Scholarships Students applying for a music scholarship must sit for the scholarship exam and schedule an audition with the Music Department. Please contact the Director of the Music Program, Mr. Joseph Loposky, by December 4th, 2015 at (718) 836-7100 x177 for the requirements and an audition time.

Memorial Scholarships and Grants for Children of NYPD & FDNY Scholarships are awarded to incoming 9th grade students that demonstrate academic promise as well as financial need. See the admission application for details. Materials are due by November 20th, 2015. The following is a list of scholarships and grants:

• The P.O. Christopher Hoban ’80 Scholarship is reserved for applicants whose parents are uniformed/retired officers of the NYPD.

• The F.F. John Devaney ’70 Scholarship is reserved for applicants whose parents are uniformed/retired officers of the FDNY.

• The Frank G. Mirabello Memorial Scholarship is reserved for applicants whose parents are uniformed officers of the FDNY.

• Xaverian students whose parents are uniformed/retired officers of the NYPD or FDNY are eligible for an annual tuition credit of $500 through

the Fortis Fund program.

Financial Aid Each year, Xaverian is able to offer tuition assistance through the generosity of its alumni, parents, and friends. Last year, Xaverian was able to offer nearly $1 million in need-based financial aid. Families must apply annually for need-based financial aid, which is limited and determined by the evaluation of each individual case. Along with your admissions decision, you will be notified as to whether or not you have been granted a financial aid award.

Applications can be completed online at www.fairapp.com. Xaverian’s School Code is 132 and the password is xhs132. If you are unable to complete the application online, please contact the Admissions Office at (718) 836-7100 x127 and we will be happy to assist you. The Financial Aid Application deadline for incoming freshmen is December 14th, 2015.

Xaverian’s Catholic Educators Grant Xaverian offers a $1,000 grant to families where at least one parent is a full time educator or administrator in a Catholic school in New York City. Parents must submit verification by November 20th, 2015.

Outside Grants The Columbus Citizens Foundations provides scholarships to eligible students of Italian-American descent.

Visit www.columbuscitizensfd.org for details.

The Holy Name Society offers scholarships for Catholic High School to the children of NYPD Families. Visit www.bqholyname.org for details.

Loan Programs The Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union and Oceanside Christopher Catholic Credit Union offer low rate loans for Catholic high school education. For more details go to: www.brfcu.org and www.thecatholiccreditunion.org.

Grant for Military Families Xaverian offers a grant for applicants whose parent(s) is/are an active member of the military. Verification of military service must be submitted in order to qualify. Please contact the Tuition Office at (718) 836-7100 x182 for more information.

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by John Chianchiano ’18 In this hall of change, Where young boys walk, To receive an education, Where they become men.

In this hall of change, Where programs were created Giving everyone opportunities.

In this hall of change, Where young girls will be welcomed To receive an education, Where they will become women.

In this hall of change, As brothers, we will gain sisters.

We are all family In the house of Xaverian.

“Empty Hall” by Armend Ahmetaj ‘15

Poem and photo from the 2015 Voyager, Xaverian’s student art & literary magazine.

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