to be aProud Gorman Gael...

GAELS are young men and women who pride themselves on:

Their relationship with God

Their AccountAbiLity for their own actions

Their commitment to ExcELLEncE in all they do

Their LEAdErShip in the classroom and co-curricular activities

Their commitment to StEwArdShip

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It all starts here

On September 7, 1954 Bishop Gorman High School opened as the only Catholic high school in Southern Nevada with the vision to provide students with an unparalleled college preparatory education in an environment distinguished by Catholic values. Bishop Gorman has been rooted in the fabric of Las Vegas for almost sixty years, never straying from our founders’ initial vision. We continue to welcome students who seek quality, Catholic college preparatory education from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and ethnicities throughout the Las Vegas community. Leaders of today and tomorrow continue to benefit greatly from the spiritual and academic formation that is central to the Bishop Gorman experience.

In 2OO7 Bishop Gorman High School moved to its current Summerlin campus in order to meet the demands of the growing Las Vegas population. Since that time the campus has expanded and currently sits on 56 acres at the base of the beautiful Spring Mountain Range. Our state of the art facilities allow us to provide our students with every opportunity they need to succeed in today’s competitive environment.

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Your home

Our state of the art facilities accommodate the needs of our students, faculty and staff in both academic and extra-curricular arenas. Some of the highlights include:

• 4 college style lecture halls ranging in capacity from 8O-14O

• Athletic Training Center

• Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto and Chapel

• 2 Gymnasiums

• 2 lit synthetic turf fields

• Complete athletic complex including baseball, softball, soccer fields, track and tennis courts

• Information media and educational technology center

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“...because when I am here, I’m home.” Maryelizabeth ’13 Rogich MS

• Complete fine and performing arts complex – ceramics classroom with kiln,

black and white photo lab, black box, broadcast media studio, theatre and green room

• 3 computer labs

• Marine biology laboratory

• Learning and testing centers

• Landscaped courtyards and quadrangle

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Bishop Gorman is accredited as a High Performing School by the Northwest Accreditation Commission through AdvancED.

68% of our faculty members hold a Master’s degree or higher and 28 members of our faculty and staff are Bishop Gorman alumni.

Faculty and staff members enhance their knowledge by attending AP conferences, workshops and professional development courses.

Classrooms are equipped with wireless computer access and interactive whiteboard technology.

Our school includes 4 lecture halls and 3 computer labs allowing learning to take place in a technologically advanced college preparatory environment.

Parents and students can monitor grades and stay in contact with instructors through our online Edline program.

Within our college preparatory curriculum we offer several advanced classes including 26 Honors, 6 Scholars and 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. A complete listing of course offerings is available on our website.

Link Crew

“Starting high school can be an overwhelming experience. It made it so much easier that the first two days were focused on us (freshmen), getting used to being on campus and meeting new people. The LINK Leaders (upper class students) were so nice and fun and made high school less intimidating. Now I get to be a LINK Crew Member and do the same thing for this year’s freshman class.”

Whitney ’15 LVDS

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Graduation requirements

Disciplines BGHS Program Honors Program

Scholars Program

Credits Credits Credits

Theology 4 4 4

English 4 4 4

Math 3* 4 4

Science 3 4 4

Social Studies 3 3 3

World Languages 2 3 (in the same language)

3 (in the same language)

Fine Arts 1 1 1

Health O.5 O.5 O.5

Computer O.5 O.5 O.5

PE 2 2 2

Total Credits 23 26 26

Sample Freshman Schedule

Period 1 English 1

Period 2 Spanish 1

Period 3 Algebra 1 Honors

Period 4Health (1st semester)Cultural Geography (2nd semester)

Lunch

Period 5Sacred Scripture (1st semester)Christology (2nd semester)

Period 6 Biology 1 Honors

* Four years of math required for Millennium Scholarship

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“...because I will succeed.”Shelby ’14SEAS

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• 4 National Merit Scholarship Finalists

• 8 National Merit Scholarship Commended Students

• 7 National Hispanic Recognition Program Award winners

• 3 National Qualifiers for Speech & Debate

• 1 Carroll Scholarship winner

• 3O athletic scholarships

• The Class of 2O13 received over $19 million in scholarship awards

Summer Internship ProgramThe Bishop Gorman Internship Program is designed to offer students a first-hand look into a career field of interest during the summer prior to their senior year. This provides a unique opportunity for some professional experience in a particular field and insight into possible career paths.

Wellness CounselorBishop Gorman employs a Wellness Counselor whose task it is to provide support to students who need assistance that goes beyond that offered by a guidance counselor. The Wellness Counselor assists students with issues related to stress, balance, grief, family, and other common teenage issues. Additionally, the Wellness Counselor makes referrals to professionals in the community when warranted.

2O12 - 2O13 ACAdemiC

ACCOmpLiShmenTS

Preparing ForsuCCess

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“…because we are held to a higher standard which we always live up to.” Bryce ’14 St. Francis

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College Counseling OfficeA full-time college counselor is available to meet with students and parents at any time during their high school career. The counselor oversees a comprehensive college planning program including on-campus college visits, financial aid/scholarship information and testing advice.

Naviance Family ConnectionNaviance is a web-based program designed to help students navigate every aspect of the college admission process. This program allows students to take a personality assessment and interest inventory, access a college database, research potential colleges, build a college resume, create a college list and manage their college applications.

The Learning Center The Learning Center was created to extend additional educational and support services to students who have diagnosed learning challenges and attention problems.

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“…because I am part of a huge family in the community.” Dayton ’14 Cram MS

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Classes

Monday / Friday - 7:3Oam – 1:5Opm• Six 5O-minute class periods• 5 minute passing periods• Two different lunch periods

Tuesday / Wednesday - 8am – 1:5Opm (Block Days)• Periods 1, 2, 3 on Tuesday• Periods 4, 5, 6 on Wednesday

• 45 minute GAELS Period*

Thursday - 8am - 1:5Opm• Six 45-minute class periods• 5 minute passing periods• Two different lunch periods

Student

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* GAELS PeriodBishop Gorman High School is committed to meeting the needs of all of our students by using a variety of different approaches. One of the methods we have developed to reach this goal is the GAELS (God, Activities, and Enhanced Learning Sessions) Period. The GAELS Period provides students and teachers extra opportunities to meet and extend their experiences beyond what they may have already received during the regular instructional time while still in school. The GAELS Period allows for remediation, intervention, enrichment, study time, makeup work, club and Campus Ministry meetings, as well as other school programs.

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Summer EnrichmentWe offer students the ability to complete classes during a summer program. We offer on-site and online courses to meet the needs of summer schedules. Course offerings include Theology, social studies, art, physical education, driver’s education, dance and health. Semester credit is awarded for each course.

School SpiritOur students show their pride by wearing the orange and blue proudly. We provide the opportunity for students to come together as a community through homecoming week, at our home games, after-game socials, school dances and pep assemblies.

Travel OpportunitiesBGHS students have the opportunity to expand their horizons: BGHS summer European adventure, summer college excursion, Utah Theatre Thespian trip, Close Up program in Washington DC and the Spanish Immersion summer program.

Campus StoreOur campus store provides uniforms and a variety of Gael gear. Items can be viewed and purchased online as well. Textbooks are purchased online and shipped directly to your home. Visit our campus store at our website: www.bishopgorman.org.

C o l l e g e A C C e p tA n C e M A p

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OREGONLewis and Clark CollegeLinfield CollegeOregon State UniversityReed CollegeUniversity of OregonUniversity of PortlandWillamette University

WASHINGTONGonzaga University Washington State UniversityUniversity of Washington Seattle Pacific UniversitySeattle University

HAWAIIHawaii Pacific UniversityUniversity of Hawaii at HiloUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa

ARIZONAArizona State UniversityNorthern Arizona UniversityUniversity of Arizona

MONTANACarroll CollegeMontana State University, BozemanRocky Mountain College

UTAHBrigham Young UniversityUtah State UniversityUniversity of UtahDixie CollegeWeber State UniversityWestminster CollegeSouthern Utah University

IDAHOBoise State UniversityCollege of Southern Idaho

NEVADACollege of Southern NevadaUniversity of Nevada, Las VegasUniversity of Nevada, Reno

COLORADOColorado School of MinesColorado State UniversityColorado State University Pueblo Metropolitan State University of DenverRegis UniversityUniversity of Colorado at BoulderUniversity of Colorado at Colorado SpringsUniversity of DenverUniversity of Northern Colorado

TEXASAustin CollegeConcordia University at AustinBaylor UniversityLe Tourneau UniversityRice UniversitySouthern Methodist UniversitySt. Edwards UniversityTexas A&M UniversityTexas Christian UniversityTexas Southern UniversityThe University of Texas, DallasThe University of Texas, San AntonioTrinity University University of DallasUniversity of Texas, Austin

IOWADrake UniversityIowa State UniversityThe University of Iowa

OKLAHOMAUniversity of OklahomaUniversity of Tulsa

CALIFORNIAThe Art Institute of California – San FranciscoAzusa Pacific UniversityBiola UniversityDominican University of CaliforniaUniversity of California at BerkeleyUniversity of California at DavisUniversity of California at IrvineUniversity of California at Los AngelesUniversity of California at MercedUniversity of California at RiversideUniversity of California at San DiegoUniversity of California at Santa BarbaraUniversity of California at Santa CruzUniversity of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of La VerneCalifornia Lutheran UniversityCalifornia Polytechnic State University, St. Louis ObispoCalifornia State University - Chico - Fresno - Long BeachChapman UniversityConcordia University IrvineLoyola Marymount UniversityMarymount CollegeNotre Dame de Namur UniversityOccidental CollegePepperdine UniversityUniversity of RedlandsSaint Mary’s College of CaliforniaSan Diego State UniversityUniversity of San DiegoUniversity of San FranciscoUniversity of the PacificSan Jose State UniversitySanta Barbara City CollegeSanta Clara UniversitySanta Monica CollegeSierra CollegeWhittier College

NEBRASKACreighton University

KANSASUniversity of Kansas

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MINNESOTAUniversity of Minnesota, Twin CitiesSaint John’s University

WYOMINGUniversity of Wyoming

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LOUISIANADillard University Louisiana State University

WISCONSINMarquette UniversityUniversity of Wisconsin, Madison

ALABAMAUniversity of Alabama

FLORIDABarry UniversityFlagler CollegeThe University of TampaUniversity of MiamiUniversity of North Florida

GEORGIAGeorgia State UniversitySavannah College of Art and DesignThe University of GeorgiaViterbo University

INDIANAButler UniversityGoshen CollegeIndiana University at BloomingtonPurdue UniversityUniversity of Notre DameILLINOIS

Columbia College ChicagoDePaul UniversityDominican UniversityLoyola University ChicagoNorthwestern UniversityUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoUniversity of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign

OHIOBaldwin Wallace UniversityJohn Carroll UniversityMiami University, OxfordOhio State UniversityOhio UniversityWalsh UniversityXavier University

MICHIGANUniversity of Michigan

MASSACHUSETTSAssumption CollegeBoston CollegeBoston UniversityEmmanuel College Northeastern University Tufts UniversityUniversity of Massachusetts, Boston

PENNSYLVANIADrexel UniversityCarnegie Mellon UniversityFranciscan University of SteubenvilleLa Salle UniversityUniversity of PennsylvaniaUniversity of PittsburgVillanova University

CONNECTICUTTrinity College

WASHINGTON, DCAmerican UniversityHoward UniversityThe Catholic University of AmericaThe George Washington University

* This is just a sampling of the schools where Bishop Gorman’s Class of 2013 was accepted.

TENNESSEEUniversity of Tennessee, KnoxvilleAustin Peay State UniversityVanderbilt

VIRGINIAHampton UniversityCollege of William and MaryVirginia State UniversityUniversity of VirginiaWashington and Lee University

KENTUCKYCentre CollegeUniversity of KentuckyUniversity of Louisville

MISSOURIUniversity of Missouri ColumbiaSaint Louis UniversityWashington University in St. Louis

SOUTH CAROLINAClemson University

NEW HAMPSHIREDartmouth University

VERMONTCastleton State CollegeNorwich University

MARYLANDAnne Arundel Community CollegeLoyola University MarylandJohn Hopkins UniversityMorgan State UniversityUnited States Naval Academy

C o l l e g e A C C e p tA n C e M A pNEW YORKFordham UniversityHofstra UniversityNew York UniversityCornell UniversityColumbia UniversityRensselaer Polytechnic Institute The King’s CollegeMarymount Manhattan CollegeSt. John’s University – Manhattan CampusSt. John’s University – Staten Island CampusSt. John’s University – Queens CampusSUNY College at CortlandSyracuse UniversityWake Forest University Vassar College

MAINEUniversity of New EnglandUniversity of Southern Maine

NEW JERSEYMont Clair State UniversityRutgers University

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LiturgyIn keeping with the commitment to enhance the spiritual life of the Bishop Gorman community, students and faculty worship together during monthly Eucharistic celebrations. Students are welcome to participate in liturgies as lectors, Eucharistic ministers or members of the Worship Choir.

TheologyStudents have Theology courses in their schedule each year. Offerings include: Sacred Scripture, Christology, New Testament, Church History, Morality, Social Justice and World Religions.

Our Lady of Lourdes GrottoThe Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto was dedicated in 2O12 to enhance the spiritual presence on campus. This tranquil environment, complete with contemplative music and candlelight, provides students with a space to pray and reflect in a quiet surrounding.

Faith &Community

“If a brother or sister has nothing to wear and has no food for the day, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, keep warm, and eat well,” but you do not give them the necessities of the body, what good is it? So also faith of itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

(James 2:15-17)

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RetreatsStudents are encouraged to participate in our retreat program; Quest (for freshmen and sophomores) and Kairos (for juniors and seniors) provide an opportunity to explore one’s relationship with God, others and self.

ServiceA key aspect of our mission is to create a community where service is valued and celebrated. Students are required to complete 25 hours of community service annually. Many service opportunities are provided for student participation throughout the year. Last year, Bishop Gorman students performed over 33,OOO hours of service to the Las Vegas community.

Our student-governed Matthew 25 board conducts a weekly on-campus collection and reviews applications from those in need requesting monetary assistance. Last year schoolwide collections totaled over $48,OOO which was distributed throughout the Las Vegas community.

In 1996 a group of Bishop Gorman students founded Matthew’s Closet, a free clothing bank for homeless and low-income families in the Las Vegas area. Servicing the homeless directly and personally by distributing free clothing, toiletries and other useful items, the program is funded and staffed entirely by the Bishop Gorman community.

“...because our community is inspired and united by Jesus Christ.”

Alyssa ’15OLLV

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Clubs Societies aCtivities

Academic Society

Aquinas Theology Honor Society

Art Club

Associated Student Government

American Sign Language Club

Best Buddies

Creative Writing Club

BG Dance Team

Environmental Club

French Honor Society

Frisbee Golf Club

Gaels Theater Guild

Marching Band

Medical Society

Micro Bank

Mu Alpha Theta

Mock Trial

National Art Honor Society

National Honor Society

National Science Honor Society

Photography Club

Pre Law Club

Science Club

Spanish National Honor Society

Speech & Debate

Varsity Quiz

We The People

Yearbook

Students that are involved in extra-curricular activities get more out of their high school experience. With 28 different clubs and organizations for our students to participate in there is truly something for everyone at Bishop Gorman.

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“...because of the deep rooted traditions and school spirit.” Jenna ‘15

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Associated Student Government• NASC Southern Star Award

• Silver Star Award

• National Gold Council of Excellence Award

• Selected to present at the annual Nevada Association of Student Councils National Conference

Mock Trial• State Champions

• 4th in the Nation

Gaels Theatre Guild• 6 State Championship titles

• Invited to compete at the International Thespian Festival.

• Won Best Actress and Best Actor at the Nevada State High School Musical Theatre Awards

Speech and Debate• State Champions in the categories of International Extemporaneous and Congressional Debate

• Winner of the state cup in extemporaneous speaking

• State Champion in the Lions Club Speech contest

• 1 National Qualifier for the Tournament of Champions Tournament

• 5 National Qualifiers for the National Forensic League National Tournament

• Coaching Diamond Award by the National Forensic League.

2O12-2O13 Accolades

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Creating

9O State Championships in 59 YearsWe take great pride in our tradition of excellence. The goal of Bishop Gorman High School athletics is to provide student-athletes the opportunity to test their physical and mental skills in a competitive arena, with an emphasis on sportsmanship, skill development, teamwork and physical fitness. Our student-athletes compete at the Division 1 level of the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association.

Taking it to the Next LevelOur NCAA liaison and counselor advises and directs all students who wish to continue participating in sports at the college level, and assists student-athletes with NCAA eligibility as well as NCAA Clearinghouse forms. Thirty-three athletes received scholarships to participate in athletics at the college level, of those, 22 were at the Division 1 level.

The athletic facilities at Bishop Gorman High School are second to none with dedicated fields for football, soccer, baseball and softball, tennis courts and track, 2 gymnasiums and wrestling room, as well as a lit synthetic turf multi-use field. The Athletic Training Center (ATC) is a state of the art two story facility that offers students, faculty and staff all the latest equipment for weight training and conditioning. The second floor provides a versatile meeting and event space which overlooks Fertitta Field.

legaCiesFALL SPOrTSCheerleadingCross CountryFootballWomen’s Golf Soccer TennisWomen’s Volleyball

WInTER SPORTSBasketball BowlingCheerleadingWrestling

SPRInG SPORTSBaseballMen’s GolfLacrosseSoftballSwimming & DivingTrack & FieldMen’s Volleyball

2O12-2O13 Division 1 State Championships• Football: “4-peat” and ranked in the top 1O in the nation

• Men’s Soccer state champions

• Women’s Tennis: “Back to back” state championships

• Men’s Basketball: “Back to back” state championships and ranked in the top 1O in the nation

• Women’s Swimming: “4-peat” and undefeated season

• Women’s Lacrosse state champions

• Chelsea Crovetti (Tennis): Nevada State Individual Champion

• Kenny Meimerstorf (Baseball): Nevada Gatorade Player of the Year

• Randall Cunningham (Track & Field): Nevada Gatorade Player of the Year. Nevada State Champion in the high jump and #1 in the Nation. Set a Nevada High Jump Record clearing 7 feet 3 ¼ inches

• Vashti Cunningham (Track & Field): Nevada High Jump State Champion

• Olivia Barker (Swimming): Nevada State Champion in the 2OO individual medley and the 1OO butterfly

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“...because we are the best of the best!”

Jason ’15OLLV

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Community

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Ask anyone that has been associated with Bishop Gorman High School over the past 59 years and they will tell you that we are a tight knit community whose alumni have influenced the fabric of this community for decades. We are proud of our accomplishments and contributions to the Las Vegas Valley. Once you make a commitment to Bishop Gorman, we make a commitment to your family to foster you through not only high school, but long after you have graduated.

We welcome all our parents as active members of our community and encourage them to get involved….Bishop Gorman is not just for your kids!

Stay ConnectedWe strive to keep you up-to-date on all things Bishop Gorman. To stay in the loop, you can check our website regularly, join our Facebook group pages, read the Gorman Daily News and monitor your student’s academic progress on Edline. Sign up for our on-line community and read our regular publications like our parent newsletter, Sharing the Pride and alumni newsletter, The Gael Gazette.

Be InvolvedParents are encouraged to volunteer and to attend school events like Back to School Night and Parents’ Night Out, where parents will have opportunities to meet their student’s teachers and attend informative workshops presented by the College Counseling Center. Get to know what life is like at Bishop Gorman and see what we’re all about through our athletic events and theatre productions. We offer many Gael gatherings throughout the year including our Golf Classic, Knight of the Gael and our Passport Wine Tasting event, just to name a few.

“...because the education I received & the friends I made have benefitted me my entire life.”

Gov. Bob Miller ’63

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AlumniCurrent students have the opportunity to interact with alumni as they work on campus, visit the classroom, cheer at games and attend school events. The Advancement Office helps alumni keep in touch with their alma mater by nurturing personal relationships and hosting multiple events throughout the year such as Homecoming and our monthly alumni mixers, Third Thursday.

ParentsYes, all of our parents are Gaels, too! The support of our parents enables us to continue our traditions of excellence and help us foster that sense of Gael community. Parents are always welcome at all of our events and activities!

FriendsEven those who do not have a direct tie to Bishop Gorman show their support as we are the only Catholic high school in Southern Nevada. If you believe in a quality, Catholic, college- preparatory education, you always have a place within the Bishop Gorman community.

For more information on our traditions and BGHS community visit our website at: www.bishopgorman.org or contact the Advancement office at 7O2-476-4O32.

Become a

gaelADMISSION POLICIES & ENTrANCE rEQuIrEMENTS requirements for all incoming freshman students:

• A minimum 2.O GPA or better in middle school

• A stanine level of 4 or above on the Placement Exam or any national exam

• Good discipline and attendance records

Entrance requirements for all incoming transfer students:

• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in core classes (English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Foreign Language and {if coming from a Catholic school} Theology)

• Good discipline and attendance records

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TuITION ASSISTANCE • More than $1,OOO,OOO was awarded in Financial Assistance for the 2O12-2O13 school year

• 3O% of our students receive aid

• Tuition assistance is available for families that qualify. Parents must complete an online application and be verified by February 28th, 2O14, to be considered for the first award review. Information will be available on our website, www.bishopgorman.org.

• Awards are based on demonstrated need and the availability of funds. Financial Assistance award notifications will be mailed out in late March for the applications that have been verified by FACTS Grant & Aid by February 28, 2O14. Students must maintain a 2.O GPA and an excellent disciplinary record.

PLEASE NOTE: The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association does not permit athletic scholarships to be awarded to student-athletes. Bishop Gorman High School strictly adheres to the rules and regulations of the NIAA.

Bishop Gorman High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational and admission policies, athletic programs or other school administered programs.

Bishop Gorman “is operated as an exempt school under the provision of NRS 394.211 and as such is exempt from the provisions of the Private Elementary and Secondary Education Authorization Act.”

“...because it’s who I am.” Nicole ‘13 SEAS

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Open House Sunday, november 24, 2o131:oopm – 3:oopm

Placement Exam Dates (for current 8th grade students)Saturday, December 14, 2o13Saturday, January 11, 2o148am – noonregister for exam when submitting application for admission online after november 1st

Shadow Days (for current 8th grade students)october 2o13 – april 2o14register online

Toursmondays at 8am, Wednesdays at 1oam, Fridays at 12pmregister online

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