Catholic High School Information Guide

September 17, 2018 The Catholic Voice u HS–1

Diocese of Oakland Catholic High School Information Guide

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1 Bishop O’Dowd High School Dragon Mornings: October 4,12 & November 29 & December 30 Open House: November 4 Nuts & Bolts (parents only) 9 October 24, 7:00-8:30 p.m. RICHMOND December 1, 8:45–10:15 a.m. 2 4 CONCORD HSPT 8th grade practice workshop (8th grade) December 1, 9:00 a.m.–3:30p.m. 2 Carondelet 8 High School Information Night: Wednesday, October 10 6:30 p.m. BERKELEY Land Open House: November 4, 2:00–4:00 p.m. Shadow Visits: Sign-up at 5 CarondeletHS.org/Admissions

3 Cristo Rey OAKLAND De La Salle East N, arrow, dots Bay High School Open House Dates: October 28, (dark blue) 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. ALAMEDA 3 January 30 & April 17, 2019, 1 5:30–7:30 p.m. 7 Information Nights: September 24, December 5, 2018 & April 17, 2019, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Bay, lakes Color Shadow Visits: By Appointment 4 De La Salle Shadow Visits: begin September 17. For Admission inquiries visit www.dlshs.org/ admissions Open House: November 4, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. HAYWARD 5 Holy Names Open House: November 18, 6 12:00 p.m. Shadow Visits: Every Monday (by appointment) Contact 92 [email protected] 6 Moreau Catholic Open House: November 3, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Shadow Visits & Family Admissions Tours:Sign up at www.moreaucatholic.org/visit 7 Saint Joseph Notre Dame Information Night: September 26, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Open House: October 21, 3:00-5:30 p.m. & December 5, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Shadow Visits: Fridays Steps for Applying to Catholic High Schools 2019-2020 beginning September 14 1. Obtain the application information online at all of the your testing location at one of the high schools 8 Saint Mary’s Catholic high school websites to which you plan to to which you have applied and indicate the high College apply. Students may apply to the East Bay Catholic school(s) where your test scores should be sent. High School high school(s) you wish to be considered. Families may choose up to 3 schools in the Oakland Open House: December 2, 2. Attend OPEN HOUSES and visit the schools that interest Diocese to receive your child’s test results. Online 1:00-2:30 p.m. you and meet your needs. Consult this brochure for registration closes January 8, 2019. Take Morning Coffees: October 1, 15, 22, 29; November 5 & calendar dates. Considering your personal strengths the High School Placement Test on January 12, December 10, 7:45–9:00 a.m. and aptitudes, discuss with your 8th-grade teacher(s), 2019 at one of the schools to which you have 9 Salesian College principal and parents the high school programs that applied. You may take it only once. Check with best meet your needs. the high school for the due date of transcripts and Preparatory recommendation forms. Admissions Information Night: 3. Complete and submit the online application with fees September 28, 7:00–9:00 p.m. on time. Each school’s deadline will vary, check their 5. Notice regarding your admission status will be Open House: October 21, websites. available and/or mailed so that you are informed on 1:00–3:00 p.m. March 22, 2019. Pre-register online, 4. Families must register their student for the High Salesian.com/open-house School Placement Test in advance online at 6. Register and pay the registration fees to your chosen Shadow Visits: Register online, http://Oakland.stsusers.com and choose high school on time. Salesian.com/visit-salesian HS–2 u The Catholic Voice September 17, 2018 Bishop O’Dowd High School 9500 Stearns Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605-4799 Office of Admissions: 510-553-8631 President: James Childs, M.A., M.Ed. Web Site: www.bishopodowd.org Email: [email protected] MISSION STATEMENT AND VALUES: Bishop O’Dowd High School community round out the experience. is a Catholic college-preparatory community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, that educates its diverse student body to build a more just, ATHLETICS: With 58 teams at the freshman, JV and varsity level in 15 sports, over 700 student-athletes joyful and sustainable world. Our educational mission is rooted in our participate each year. In fact, 70% of freshman take a turn on the field, track or in the pool. And each year Catholic heritage. Our success is built on the partnership of students, between 25 and 30 O’Dowd seniors are awarded college athletic scholarships. staff, parents, the community, and the Diocese of Oakland. Our academ- STUDENT ACTIVITIES: Opportunities abound through co-curricular programs such as debate, per- ic, spiritual, and co-curricular programs develop exceptional graduates forming arts, campus ministry, clubs, and many more to develop leadership skills, explore interests, who communicate Christ to others advance social and environmental justice, and deepen faith. and enrich society through Gospel values and the way in which they live their lives. A “charism” is a DIVERSITY: Our families identify as: Euro-American 43%; African gift of the Holy Spirit and a set of spiritually inspired core values. At American 23%; Asian/Pacific Islander 12%; Hispanic/Latino 10%; O’Dowd, our inclusive charism, “Finding God in all things” calls us Other 12%. International students further enrich the diversity of to: community in diversity; strength of character; academic excel- O’Dowd. lence; kinship with creation; social justice and joy. Each year, school COLLEGE STATS: 98% of our students who apply to 4-year colleges and student leadership strives to achieve this vision of an O’Dowd are accepted with 40% attending private colleges and universities and community enlivened, challenged and animated by the spirituality 25% choosing a UC school. and values of our charism. While giving preference to Catholics, we welcome students of all faiths who embrace our mission and con- CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,200 tribute to it. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 25 O’DOWD EDUCATION: Delivered experientially and through STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO: 14:1 classroom learning, deep and broad curriculum emphasizes academic excellence, critical thinking, and personal and spiritual TUITION: (based on 2018-19) $18,740 plus non-refundable $1,100 growth. Exceptional experiences in arts, athletics and service to registration deposit Carondelet High School 1133 Winton Drive, Concord, CA 94518-3598 925-686-5353 President: Bonnie Cotter Web Site: www.CarondeletHS.org Principal: Kevin Cushing Director of Enrollment: Jessica Mix ‘99 Email: [email protected] PROFILE: As a college-preparatory school founded in the Catholic tradition and spirit of the Sisters of PERCENTAGE OF GRADUATES WHO ATTEND COLLEGE: 99.5% St. Joseph, Carondelet is the school where every young woman finds the empowering freedom to be her- STUDENT ACTIVITIES: Every incoming freshman is paired with a student peer counselor who helps self, to excel, to discover her life’s passions and to pursue those passions with pride and focus. Carondelet to ease the transition to high school. While students enjoy all the advantages of an environment that is is more than a gateway to college and a successful career, it is a place where girls’ lives are transformed, focused on young women, Carondelet also has a cooperative partnership with De La Salle, the adjacent where confidence and character are built and where lifetime friendships are forged with 800 fellow students and a network of 9,000 alumnae who share the unique and lasting bond of sisterhood. Catholic boys’ high school, offering combined course offerings and co-educational social experiences. Students have the opportunity to get involved in the 40+ clubs and co-curricular offerings, including hon- MISSION: Carondelet High School inspires excellence by preparing young women to live with heart, or societies, student government, yearbook and special interest groups like Model United Nations, Girls in faith and courage in the Catholic tradition and spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Tech, Green Team Environmental Council. CURRICULUM: Our curriculum begins building a strong foundation of the essential skills by creating ATHLETICS: Carondelet has a rich, storied tradition of athletic excellence that encourages achievement the environment for each student to adopt and develop a growth mindset, to take control of her own learning including the decision to tackle honors and advanced coursework across all subject areas. beyond the playing field. Now, with new state-of-the-art facilities at our newly-opened Athletics Complex, Collaboration, real-world problems, and self-discovery are key ele- we commit to elevating student-athlete success even further. Carondelet ments that lead to independence, healthy risk-taking, and discover- provides year-round opportunities to develop athletic abilities in a set- ing their own passions. Carondelet’s curriculum reaches beyond the ting that values teamwork, sportsmanship and scholarship. While our traditional high school course offerings to include studies in foren- Cougar teams have carried away an impressive number of champion- sics, robotics, computer science, marine biology, biotechnology, ship trophies, we are especially proud of the way they have carried criminal justice, African American literature and more. Carondelet themselves in the community and in the classroom. Each year, offers students an opportunity to earn real college credit and the Carondelet has 500+ student-athletes on 29 teams playing 14 different individualized college and career counseling our school provides is sports. uniquely tailored to ensure that each young woman not only gets into college — she gets into the college that’s right for her. TUITION & AID: $18,500 (18-19 school year) includes a $400 non- refundable deposit. CURRENT ENROLLMENT: Approximately 800 Tuition assistance is available for families who demonstrate financial AVG. CLASS SIZE: 27 need. Approximately 25% of Carondelet families receive tuition assis- STUDENT TEACHER RATIO: 15:1 tance. Additionally, merit- and mission-based scholarships are also ETHNIC MAKEUP: 55% Caucasian; 12% Hispanic; 10% Multiracial; awarded, including newly-formed scholarships that recognize creativity, 7% Asian/Pacific Islander; 4% African American; 5% Other innovation and design, and service.

Cristo Rey | De La Salle East Bay High School 1530 34th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601 510.886.2256 President: Michael Anderer Web Site: www.cristoreydelasalle.org Principal: Ana M. Hernández Director of Admissions: Damien McDuffie Email: [email protected] PROFILE: Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School is a Roman SPIRITUAL FORMATION: Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay students receive a Lasallian Catholic values- Catholic, co-educational, secondary school founded in the fall of 2018 on based education. The school is committed to the education of the whole person. The school adheres to the campus formerly home to Saint Elizabeth High School in the Fruitvale the five Lasallian Core Principles of (1) Faith in the Presence of God; (2) Respect for All Persons; (3) district of Oakland. The school is sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Quality Education; (4) Inclusivity; and, (5) Concern for the Poor, and Social Justice. These principles are Brothers, District of San Francisco New Orleans. We are currently lived out through the celebration of liturgies and prayer services, service learning opportunities, class recruiting families for the Classes of 2022 & 2023. retreats, and justice and peace education. OUR MISSION: Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School St. Elizabeth Campus, is a diverse, STUDENT ATHLETICS: Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay is part of the NCS and CIF as a non-league Lasallian Catholic learning community that educates young people to become men and women of faith, affiliate as we begin to build our athletic program. We are offering for both men and women, Volleyball, purpose, and service. A rigorous and personalized college preparatory curriculum integrated with a Soccer, Basketball, Cross Country, and Track & Field. corporate work study experience prepares students of limited economic means to succeed in college and IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 2023 class target enrollment limited: 125; Adjusted annual household in life. income: ≤ 75% of Area Median Income (~$75,000 for family of 4) OUR CORPORATE WORK STUDY MODEL: Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School is one of 35 AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: Student-to-teacher Ratio: 16:1 (variable and scalable based on personalized successful Cristo Rey Network schools operating across the country. The Corporate Work Study Program learning platforms) empowers students to contribute to the cost of their education. Working five days per month, four students share one full-time entry-level position at a business, nonprofit, or government agency. Cristo ETHNIC MAKE-UP OF STUDENT BODY: 72% Hispanic/Latino, 15% African American, 7% Asian, Rey De La Salle integrates this innovative Corporate Work Study 6% undeclared. Program with a rigorous, personalized college preparatory academic TUITION AND FEES: offering. Thus, students graduate with four years of corporate work Total Tuition: $18,000 experience on their resumes. Family Annual Contribution: $250 to $2,500 (sliding scale depending 2017 CRISTO REY NETWORK SNAPSHOT: on family income) 35 Cristo Rey Schools; 11,600 Students: 97% of color; $35,000 Monthly Contribution: $25 to $250 average family income; 13,400 graduates; $67 million earned by Student Contribution Earned Through Corporate Work Study students; 2,525 Corporate Partners Program: $9,000 Fundraising Contribution by school partners: $6,500-$8,750 WHOLENESS PROGRAM: Comprehensive student and family (depending on family contribution) support program that is focused on student success in school, Registration Fee: Equal to and goes toward your first Monthly college, and in life and addresses social and psychological issues Contribution relevant to students’ personal and social growth. To support a student’s wholeness, we focus on considering and strengthening the ADMISSIONS CONTACT: If you are interested in more information entirety of a young person through personal counseling, college about eligibility and applications, please contact Mr. Damien McDuffie counseling, and family support. at [email protected] or call 510-886-2256. September 17, 2018 The Catholic Voice u HS–3 De La Salle High School 1130 Winton Drive, Concord, CA 94518-3528 925-288-8100 President: Mark DeMarco ’78 Web Site: www.dlshs.org Vice President for Academic Life: Dr. Heather Alumbaugh Admissions Team: email: [email protected] PROFILE: De La Salle High School is a private Catholic high school for to serve others, especially the poor and the marginalized, and to deepen a sense of responsibility for young men founded in 1965 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers of the humanity’s future. De La Salle seeks to serve qualified students with varied academic needs and diverse District of San Francisco New Orleans. The campus, which lies on almost twenty acres, is characterized social, cultural, and economic backgrounds and does so in partnership with parents and all those who are by openness and beauty, and can accommodate 1,050 students. Facilities include a 400-seat theater, committed to living the Lasallian heritage. library, large music facility, gymnasium, pool and athletic field complex, computer center, a student CURRICULUM: De La Salle High School offers a college preparatory curriculum, including 30 advanced center, STREAM (Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering and Math) building, and new learning placement and honors courses in most disciplines. All major departments offer a full academic program center, which was built in the summer of 2017. and sequence of courses. There are a number of elective courses, as well as the ordinary prerequisite Eighty-four dedicated professionals comprise De La Salle’s administration and faculty. Four members have courses for college entrance. De La Salle’s curriculum provides a thorough education while meeting the earned doctoral degrees, and fifty-one members have earned master’s degrees in their related fields of individual needs of each student. administration, teaching, counseling, or library services. In addition, there are six counselors, two of whom STUDENT ACTIVITIES: De La Salle High School offers 14 interscholastic sports, two club sports: are college counselors. The faculty is noted for its professionalism, warmth, support, and availability to rugby and ice hockey, an intramural program, and 30 co-curricular activities, including National Honor students and their parents. The Campus Ministry program involves students of all faiths at every grade level. Society, California Scholarship Federation, drama, band, student government, robotics, and yearbook. De La Salle is accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association and the Western Association of Campus Ministry provides many opportunities for students to integrate growth and understanding in Schools and Colleges. De La Salle received a full accreditation during the 2015-2016 school year. The next Christian living through retreats and immersion programs. accreditation visit will be held in the 2021-2022 school year. De La Salle is affiliated with the National TUITION AND FEES: Tuition: $19,030. Book Fee: $350 Association of College Admissions Counselors, the California Scholarship Federation, the National Honor Society, and the National Education Council of the Brothers of the FINANCIAL AID: Granted over $3.2 million in 2018-2019. Christian Schools. Approximately 33% of the students benefit from tuition assistance. MISSION STATEMENT: De La Salle High School is a Roman CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,050 Catholic educational community where students are loved, instructed, STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO: 14:1 and guided, according to the traditions of the Brothers of the AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 30 Christian Schools and the charism of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, Founder of the Brothers and Patron of Teachers. De La Salle provides GRADUATES FROM CLASS OF 2018 ATTENDING COLLEGE: a Catholic, Lasallian education rooted in a liberal arts tradition, which 98%; 82% to 4-year; 16% to 2-year prepares young people for college and life. The school seeks to ETHNIC MAKE-UP OF STUDENT BODY: African American 4%; educate students spiritually, academically, physically, and socially American Indian 1%; Asian 4%; Caucasian 56%; Filipino 5%; Hispanic/ through the promotion of a vital faith life, sponsorship of strong Latino 15%; Multi-Racial 12%; Pacific Islander 1%; Other 2%. academic programs, a wide range of student activities, and the witness OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, November 4, 2018 (10:00 a.m.— Noon) of a concerned and dedicated faculty, administration, and staff. De La Salle High School recognizes and promotes the dignity and respect of APPLICATION INFORMATION: Applications for 9th grade due by each student by providing an environment that is moral, caring, and Friday, December 7, 2018. joyful. Within such a setting, the school seeks to challenge its students Apply online at www.DLSHS.org. Holy Names High School 4660 Harbord Drive, Oakland, CA 94618 510-450-1110 Principal: Kendra Carr Web Site: www.hnhsoakland.org Admissions Coordinator: Petra Rocha Email: [email protected] Phone: 510-450-1110 x117 MISSION STATEMENT: Holy Names High School, a small Catholic the year. Model UN and WE Club provide opportunities for students exercise analyze and affect positive school for young women, provides an academically challenging college preparatory education in a vibrant change in our local community. learning environment. Our diverse community nurtures spirituality, encourages artistic expression, and Each class and several on campus groups participate in annual retreats. The annual retreats nurture a promotes justice, preparing the next generation for leadership and service. sense of spirituality and community with encouragement for each young woman to find and exercise her ACADEMIC PROFILE: Holy Names High School provides a rigorous college preparatory program that voice. Every voice is valued in the Holy Names community. During biannual Service Immersion Days, is well-rounded, innovative and focused on critical thinking, writing, research and communication skills. each class participates in community outreach missions to support our local community. Summer intern- In addition to advanced placement classes, Holy Names also offers courses in Engineering, Computer ship and volunteer opportunities abroad are available through the support of HNHS donors, including a Science and Biomedical Science to inspire interest and engage our students. Using technology to support group Summer trip to a partner school in Kenya through Powerful Beyond Measure. teaching and learning, our curriculum fosters creative thinking and reflection to empower graduates with Holy Names High School’s athletic program supports the school’s philosophy to uphold the importance of edu- the knowledge and the experience to succeed in higher education and beyond. cation while nurturing a student’s personal well-being and healthy lifestyle. Sportsmanship, teamwork, respon- CURRICULUM: Students take seven courses each semester. Competitive Honors and Advanced sibility, and respect for self and others are at the core of the Monarch Athletic Department and we continue to Placement classes are offered as well as a variety of enrichment class- build leaders on the field, in the classroom and in our community. HNHS es. Achievement in the rigorous academic program is ensured athletes are continuously acknowledged with all-league honors and regu- through small class sizes and a highly accomplished faculty. The focus larly qualify for NCS postseason play. Every HNHS team is a Scholar of each faculty member is to refine students’ academic talents while Team with a collective 3.0+ GPA. Sports include Volleyball (JV, Varsity), identifying areas for growth. The Project Lead the Way program gives Basketball (JV, Varsity), Cross Country, Golf, Track & Field, Softball, students access to real world, applied learning experiences that Soccer, Swimming. empower them to gain the skills they need to thrive in college, career, and beyond. Holy Names is a Google Academy School. Each student CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 140 receives her own Chromebook to use throughout the school year. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 15 ACTIVITIES/ATHLETICS: Holy Names provides a broad spectrum STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO: 4.5 - 1 of co-curricular activities and community service. Through a variety of ETHNIC MAKE-UP OF STUDENT BODY: 8.7% Asian/Pacific sports, student run clubs, service learning, retreats and artistic perfor- Islander; 26.8% Black or African-American; 10.1% Euro-American/ mances, students become confident, knowledgeable and committed to Caucasian; 6.5% Multi-racial; 45.7% Hispanic/Latina; 2.2% Declined to State. building a better world. Many student run clubs are developed throughout the year with a focus on women in STEAM and Social Justice. The PERCENTAGE OF GRADUATES WHO ATTEND COLLEGE: 100% HNHS Robotics team competes in multiple robotics events throughout TUITION AND REGISTRATION: $17,500 tuition; $950 registration Moreau Catholic High School 27170 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544 510-881-4300 President: Terry Lee Web Site: www.moreaucatholic.org Principal: Elizabeth Guneratne, Ed.D. Email: [email protected] PROFILE: Moreau Catholic High School is a compassionate community as well as “start-up” tools such as 360-degree cameras for producing original virtual reality films. of caring, dedicated and visionary academic leaders tirelessly committed We offer 35 STEM courses and 42 Honors and Advanced Placement courses, including an honors dance to transforming our students into game changers. Our inclusive, class. In partnership with Summit Learning and the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative, we have implemented innovative and personalized approach encourages our students to find their voice and prepares them to accelerated personalized learning programs to support the unique learning styles and skills of our students. confidently take on college and the world. STUDENT ACTIVITIES: Our extensive list of co-curricular activities enhance the academic and Founded in 1965, Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward is an independent, Catholic college- spiritual dimensions of our school by fostering community, leadership, creativity, and sportsmanship. Our preparatory, co-educational school sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross and fully accredited by Athletic Department offers a broad-based competitive program with 47 teams and 21 sports. the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). GRADUATES WHO ATTEND COLLEGE: 99% MISSION STATEMENT: Moreau Catholic is dedicated to the legacy and values of the Congregation of 85% - 4-year college; 14% - 2-year college Holy Cross and its founder Blessed Basil Moreau. We are a college-preparatory school committed to TUITION AND FEES: $18,650 outstanding achievement. As a community of faith, we prepare our students through academic, social and Tuition includes an individual MacBook Air, electronic textbooks, course management and productivity spiritual learning experiences that form and transform them as they become responsible citizens of our software, retreat fees, and yearbook. global community. FINANCIAL AID: Several merit-based scholarships and need-based grants are available: For 2018-2019, The fulfillment of our mission as Holy Cross educators is facilitated through a partnership between the Moreau Catholic High School allocated $2.3M in tuition assistance to families. Approximately 35% of our family and school community. We believe this partnership is given meaning through the legacy and students receive some form of aid. The average amount of financial aid awarded per student was $6,308. values established by Blessed Basil Moreau. His vision lies at the core of our school’s mission, as we focus on four pillars: Building Respect, CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 851 Educating Hearts and Minds, Being Family, and Bringing Hope. STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO: 15:1 CURRICULUM: As a leader in bioprinting curriculum integration, we AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 25 have developed innovative educational applications for biotechnology, STUDENT BODY: 42% Asian/Filipino; 25% Hispanic/Latino; bioengineering and green engineering. Our Science Innovation Lab offers zSpace technology featuring virtual holographic technology in a 10% Multiracial; 10% Euro-American; 9% African-American; student-centered learning environment. In our Design Studio, students 3% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander; 1% Declined to State apply scientific principles in an environment that promotes risk-taking ADMISSIONS INFORMATION: We invite you to get to know and invention. Students design their Holy Cross Social Justice Senior Moreau Catholic by visiting us at our Mariner Open House on Capstone projects in our new Incubator Space by identifying needs in Saturday, November 3, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. We also offer Family the world they are passionate about, exploring the tools for Admissions Tours in addition to Shadow Days. transformation, inventing new solutions reflective of their Applications for the Class of 2023 are due January 8, 2019 and registration transformational high school experience and then presenting their for admitted students will take place in March. For more information on findings in a TEDx talk at our school. This new space is an extension of events and to apply online, visit moreaucatholic.org/admissions. our television, film, and sound studios and includes on-site technology HS–4 u The Catholic Voice September 17, 2018 Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School 1011 Chestnut Street, Alameda, CA 94501 510-523-1526 Principal: Ken Jennings Web Site: www.sjnd.org Email: [email protected] MISSION STATEMENT AND/OR PROFILE/PHILOSOPHY: Saint Joseph Notre Dame, a Catholic AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 20 parish high school, provides a dynamic and rigorous college preparatory education. Our faith-filled, STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO: 14:1 diverse, and welcoming community embraces the teachings of Jesus Christ. We develop confident, open- minded, and effective leaders who are ready to live joyful lives of faith, scholarship, and service. ETHNIC MAKE-UP OF STUDENT BODY: African-American 12%, Asian 21%, Euro-American 26%, Latino 21%, Native American .5%, Multiracial/Other 23%, Pacific Islander .5% CURRICULUM: At SJND, our robust curriculum excites and challenges students in a uniquely welcoming academic environment. With 39 AP and honors courses and low student-to-teacher and student-to- PERCENTAGE OF GRADUATES WHO ATTEND COLLEGE: 99% counselor ratios, our students are able to form important relationships STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND/OR ATHLETICS: With 29 sports with classmates and faculty and receive the individualized support teams, over 30 clubs and student organizations and a growing list of they need. We offer a diverse range of course offerings to meet the leadership opportunities, there’s something for everyone at SJND. Play interests of our talented student body, with new additions including intramurals at lunch or join a sports team: more than 70% of SJND French 2 (and Honors French 2), Ethnic Studies, Bay Area Marine students participate in Pilot athletics, with recent championships in Ecology, Music Appreciation, Conceptual Physics and Creative softball, basketball and cross country. Join a club or start your own, Writing. The prestigious SJND Biomedical Sciences program, unique designed to pursue your individual interests. Participate either on- in the East Bay, continues to offer an innovative, project-based stage or backstage during the annual musical theater productions, not approach that cultivates academic excellence, creativity and problem- just limited to seasoned performers. Contribute to the school’s award- solving and has resulted in competitive college outcomes, including winning literary arts magazine Prisms, named Best High School Harvard, UCLA and University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, we Literary Arts Magazine in the nation, or hone your talents in a variety continue to invest in our award-winning arts programs, offering a of visual arts courses with the opportunity to exhibit your work at a wide array of art, music, and theater electives, including AP options. local art gallery and in regional exhibitions. All students have the Our highly-regarded theater program produces multiple performanc- opportunity to explore their faith through annual retreats, liturgies es throughout the year, led by an A.C.T. Conservatory veteran. and service opportunities. CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 459 TUITION AND FEES: $18,140

Saint Mary’s College High School Peralta Park, 1294 Albina Ave., Berkeley, California 94706 510-559-6240 President: Lawrence Puck Web Site: www.saintmaryschs.org Principal: Dr. Peter Imperial Email: [email protected] or [email protected] PROFILE: Saint Mary’s is a Lasallian Catholic college preparatory high school located on a beautiful13- following co-curricular programs that are inspired by the Lasallian Mission. These programs include: acre site in North Berkeley. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Western Catholic Freshman Experience, Enrichment Week, Lasallian Days (Alumni and teacher directed), and Social and Education Association accredited the school through 2022. Saint Mary’s educates its students through its Emotional Learning Groups (SEL). comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that support and encourage spiritual, intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. The school purposely cultivates an inclusive community representing CO-CURRICULAR: Saint Mary’s offers competitive athletic programs in eighteen interscholastic sports various social, ethnic, religious, and economic backgrounds. as a member of the Tri-County Athletic League (T.C.A.L.) and the North Coast Section. The school has won numerous league and section titles within the last five years. Saint Mary’s offers a host of clubs and PHILOSOPHY: Saint Mary’s Mission embodies the tradition and heritage of the De La Salle Christian organizations that encourage leadership, community building, and a fun time for students and their Brothers and their founder, Saint John Baptist de La Salle, to ensure a quality education for all students moderators with an emphasis on the poor and the working class. The hallmarks of a Lasallian education are: Faith in the Presence of God, Quality Education, Respect, Inclusive Community, and Concern for the Poor and TUITION AND FEES: Tuition: $18,420; Registration Fee: $750.00 Social Justice. Saint Mary’s believes that we must teach and prepare our students to learn about and TUITION ASSISTANCE: Saint Mary’s tuition assistance is need based. Saint Mary’s does not offer participate in the world, which they will enter when they graduate. We also know that our students must academic or merit based scholarships. Details are available at www.saintmaryschs.org. be able to adapt and evolve to be part of a world that is rapidly changing. CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 630 Students The traditional educational model, developed almost a century ago, had to be adapted and altered to meet the future needs of a global STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO: 16:1 society. Saint Mary’s programs prepare students to be lifelong learners emphasizing the importance of faith, values, service to others, and a AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 26 to 28 strong sense of tradition and community GRADUATES WHO ATTEND COLLEGE: 99% CURRICULUM: Saint Mary’s teaches students to become agents of ADMISSIONS INFORMATION: Our online application is available their own learning by introducing them to researched supported at “Apply to Saint Mary’s” on our website, www.saintmaryschs.org. learning strategies with an emphasis on the ability to read, think, Remember that the most up-to-date information about Saint Mary’s analyze, and write critically. Students are encouraged to explore their and our Open House (Sunday, December 2 at 1:00 PM) is on our world by engaging in intellectual and moral inquiry. Saint Mary’s website at www.saintmaryschs.org. offers a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum that exceeds University of California and State requirements. The academic ETHNIC MAKE-UP OF STUDENT BODY: European American/ program includes a full offering of Visual and Performing Arts White 37%, African American/Black 19%, Multiracial/Other 20%, courses, Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and a variety Hispanic/Latino 12%, Filipino 4%, Chinese 3%, Indian 1 %, Japanese of electives. We also complement our academic program with the 1%, Native American 1%, South Asian 1%

Salesian College Preparatory 2851 Salesian Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804 510-234-4433 Director: Fr. John Itzaina, SDB Web Site: www.salesian.com President: Stephen Pezzola Principal: Marylou Flannery Director of Admissions: Christina Karabinis, Email: [email protected] PROFILE: Salesian College Preparatory is a fully accredited, coeducational HONORS AT ENTRANCE: Salesian offers an accelerated track for incoming freshmen. high school in the Catholic tradition of St. John Bosco. The secluded and CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 430 gated campus, established in 1960, spans 21 acres surrounded by majestic redwood and pine trees, Wildcat Creek and flowering gardens. Salesian was TRANSPORTATION: Salesian currently offers van service covering various East Bay communities includ- voted the “Best Faith Based High School” in Contra Costa County by ing Berkeley / Oakland, Fairfield / Vallejo, Hercules / Pinole and Concord / Pittsburg. Parent Press’ magazine for the last five years. Through its mission, Salesian is a diverse and welcoming com- AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 24 munity that develops healthy young people by providing them opportunities to explore and pursue personal, academic, co-curricular and spiritual interests. STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO: 15:1 MISSION STATEMENT: Salesian educates young men and women and develops them into good citizens ETHNIC MAKEUP OF STUDENT BODY: 22% African American/Black, 25% Asian/Pacific Islander, 12% for the betterment of society and the glory of God. Salesian combines the elements of Home, Church, School Euro-American, 24% Latino and 17% Multiracial. and Playground within a safe, supportive and nurturing environment. Every student, at the end of their senior GRADUATES WHO ATTEND COLLEGE: 99% of Salesian students attend college. year, completes a Senior Synthesis Portfolio which is a direct reflection of how they’ve embraced St. John STUDENT ACTIVITIES: Our multi-dimensional students participate in over 30 co-curricular activities Bosco’s philosophy of reason, religion and loving kindness. including Badminton, Film, Robotics, Story and Song and Outdoor Adventures. Many students are also CURRICULUM: Student success and personal development are core values of Salesian. We offer a rigorous involved in Student Leadership and Ministry, a unique program that cultivates and refines leadership skills for college preparatory curriculum including 20 Advanced Placement and Honors Courses. Students are posi- elected representatives, Campus Ministry Team members and Faith Family Leaders. tioned for acceptance to the college of their choice. Salesian offers a wide array of 18 electives, including Sports Medicine, Instrumental Music, Dance, Photography, Drawing and Painting, Environmental Science ATHLETICS: Approximately 70% of students participate in 13 interscholastic sports. Since 2000, the Salesian and Drama. Our academic counselors offer individualized support and guidance to help students plan for and athletic program has earned 3 California State Titles, 21 North Coast Section Championships, 74 League navigate the college application process. Salesian supports 1-to-1 iPad Championships, and numerous finishes in the top ten State rankings. The campus features a number of ath- technology allowing for better engagement, collaboration and develop- letic facilities, including soccer, softball, baseball and football fields, a ment of life-long learners. track, basketball gym, dance studio, training room, weight room and STEM PROGRAM: Salesian’s newly renovated science laboratories and tennis courts. Salesian hosts numerous CYO track meets and CYO bas- classrooms are designed to integrate Next Generation Science Standards ketball games at its facilities. within our STEM curriculum. The introduction of Computer Science TUITION AND FEES: Current tuition is $16,400. The registration fee courses and the initiation of a Robotics program supported by UC is $650. Berkeley Pioneers in Engineering (PiE) prepares Salesian students for technology related career choices. TUITION GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS: Academic and merit- based scholarships are available for students who have demonstrated GLOBAL CITIZENS: Salesian students engage with different cultures, exemplary qualities. Tuition grants may be offered to those who demon- absorb new perspectives and gain skills that prepare them to make a strate ﬁnancial need. Approximately, 57% of our students receive some positive impact as global citizens. Each year, Salesian offers several form of need based assistance. teacher led international trip opportunities for students to learn abroad. International enrichment opportunities provide a window into the world ADMISSIONS INFORMATION: We invite you to get to know students will enter once they leave high school, including tackling the Salesian by visiting us at our Open House event on Sunday, October 21, challenges of college and the modern workplace. 2018 from 1pm to 3pm.