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Guided by our core values, the mission of Lancaster Catholic High School is to develop students who are intellectually astute, passionately faithful and socially responsible through a rigorous and balanced educational experience.
We, the Lancaster Catholic High School community, affirm the following: Jesus Christ, the Master Teacher, is the center of all we are and all we do. We are an institution guided by and faithful to the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. Each person is a unique creation of an all-loving God. Families have the first responsibility for the education of their children in the faith. It is our calling to assist each student, in cooperation with Divine Providence, to reach his or her full potential in this life and reside with Him eternally in the next. We provide a balanced program of spiritual life, academics, community service, and activities that nurture students holistically. It is vital to provide a meaningful and diverse course of studies, rooted in the classic liberal arts tradition, adaptable to the needs of an ever-changing world. Students guided by constructive counsel and discipline are accountable in the educational process and are responsible for their actions. Each person is called to a life of holiness and faithful stewardship. Each person has a moral and civic responsibility to contribute to society. Families, supporting parishes and schools, and the larger community are our partners in the fulfillment of our mission. Members of the faculty and staff are motivated lifelong learners who strive to model Catholic values. A safe, stable environment is essential to learning. The school should be available to all who embrace our mission and who are willing and capable of maintaining its standards. The school strives to be financially accessible to families who are willing to adhere to these core values.
Autism, Hearing Impairments, Specific Learning Disabilities, Speech and Language Impairments, Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairment, Other Health Impairments
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Literature and Composition, Music Theory, Physics I, Spanish, Statistics & Probablility, U.S. Government, U.S. History, Western Civilization
Club or Organization: Aevidum, Audio/Visual Crew, Chess Nuts, Dance Team, Environmental Club, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Global Group, Link Crew, Mini-THON, Mock Trial, Model UN, National Honor Society, Prom Committee, Quiz Bowl, Respect Life Club, Rosmarian-Yearbook, Serteen Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, Varsity Club, Writers Anonymous
Arts and Music Programs: Brass Ensemble, Concert Band, Concert Choir, Fall Play, Guitar Ensemble, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Mass Choir, Mixed Chorus, Orchestra, Pep Band, Percussion Ensemble, Rock Band, Spring Musical, String Ensemble, Vox Pop Acapella, Woodwind Ensemble
School Notes
Something special is taking place in the heart of
Lancaster County. Young men and women are sharing a high school
experience like no other - a high school experience in a school
driven by: A Living Faith, Academic Excellence and The Convergence
of Tradition and Innovation.Lancaster Catholic High School
was founded in 1928 by the faithful of the Lancaster County
Catholic community. Since then, over 10,000 souls have been
nourished within the halls of 650 Juliette Avenue. A Lancaster
Catholic education is one that is college preparatory, laying the
groundwork for post-secondary studies. Even more, a Lancaster
Catholic education prepares young men and women for life by
instilling in them the recognition of their value as a unique
Creation of an all-loving God. This central tenet permeates all
that we do - all that we are. Students at Lancaster Catholic are
educated, nurtured, guided and formed in a highly supportive
community by a faculty and staff who passionately embrace their
role in this noble endeavor.The academic experience at Lancaster
Catholic is characterized by rigor, "critical thinking" real-world
application and readiness. Put simply, a Catholic High graduate
possesses the competencies needed to be successful in any
post-secondary endeavor of their choosing, with 95% pursuing higher
education. At Lancaster Catholic, you are not a number. Our 13:1
student-to-faculty ratio allows students to expand their knowledge
individually and our faculty to discover the needs of each student.
Lancaster Catholic accepts a diversity of students with one
commonality: a commitment to the hard work of academic excellence.
There is no room for excuses here! Lancaster Catholic students are
consistently among the top students in the region on national tests
and in academic competitions. In addition to 45 Honors courses,
Lancaster Catholic offers 5 dual credit classes through our
partnership with Harrisburg Area Community College and 16 Advanced
Placement courses to our students, more than any other secondary
school in Lancaster County, public or private. Lancaster Catholic
offers a traditional education steeped in the liberal arts. All
students complete yearly courses in theology and select from eleven
Liberal Arts electives. Additional certifications are available in
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and Fine
and Performing Arts. Top students may qualify for the National
Honor Society and the distinctive honor of graduating as a St.
Augustine Scholar.At Lancaster Catholic, theology isn`t just
another class and our retreat programs and liturgies are not viewed
as extras. Rather, they are an integral part of the Lancaster
Catholic experience. The spiritual development of young people is
central to what we do - not an afterthought. As our young people
face a society rampant with spiritual ambivalence, moral relativism
and an overall loss of respect for human life, we ensure that they
are equipped with the spiritual, emotional and intellectual
maturity to successfully navigate the often troubled waters of
young adulthood. At Lancaster Catholic, students encounter the
sacred. They are supported in their individual journey of faith
through open dialogue, dynamic orthodoxy and pastoral prudence.
Most of all, Lancaster Catholic provides students with
something which is noticeably absent from other educational
institutions: perspective. At Lancaster Catholic, we share a
world-view deeply rooted in our belief in an all-loving and
all-powerful God and faithful to the teachings of the Roman
Catholic Church. These central tenets guide all of our actions and
activities. Amen.Student life at Lancaster Catholic is enhanced by
our numerous extracurricular offerings. Writers, actors, chess
enthusiasts, programmers, leaders, entrepreneurs and more will all
find opportunities for expression and personal growth. The clubs
and activities not only provide another dimension to the student
experience, they also provide the opportunity for leadership. Our
activities and clubs are student-formed and student-led. We believe
the best way to polish leadership skills is giving our students the
opportunity to lead.In a day and age when the Arts seem to be
under assault - serving as an easy target for budgetary cuts in
schools across the country - Lancaster Catholic stands stronger
than ever in our commitment to support them. At Lancaster Catholic,
the Fine and Performing Arts are one of the crown jewels of the
crusader experience. In fact, we currently offer more programs in
music, art and theater than at any time in our school`s history. We
firmly believe that young people`s academic, spiritual and personal
lives are enriched by their encounter with the beauty, the mystery
and the heritage of an Arts-rich curriculum. We offer a full array
of courses, ensembles, productions and performance opportunities.
Students may earn an additional credential - a Fine and Performing
Arts Certificate - by taking a prescribed number of courses and
participating in annual productions or performances. Our students
compete in local, regional, state and national competitions in
chorus, art, orchestra, band, writing, drama and poetry. We are one
of only a handful of schools across the country which offers a
course in Dramaturgy. In addition to these electives, all students
take an Introduction to Humanities course as a graduation
requirement. We are confident that you will find no other
school in the county with the ongoing commitment to the Fine and
Performing Arts as Lancaster Catholic High School.An effective
education draws upon the timeless lessons of the past while
integrating the advances of new knowledge. At Lancaster Catholic,
we embrace the classic approaches of dialogue and debate, small
group discussions and lecture, presentations and projects. At the
same time, we make full use of the technological advances available
to students and staff. All classrooms are equipped with interactive
SMART boards. In 2014, we launched our one-to-one technology
initiative by issuing iPads to all students. We have incorporated
the iPads into daily classroom routines and the entire building is
Wi-Fi enabled. At the start of 2015, our Theology department began
integrating digital citizenship and internet safety into their
curriculum for all grade levels, at the same time our new
responsive design website and first ever mobile app were launched.
Other resources include our computer lab, PCs and laptops in the
library, expanded electronic resources for student research, our
digital photography lab, our broadcasting studio and 3 fully
integrated TEAL (Technology-Enabled- Active-Learning) classrooms.
Our curriculum offerings are supplemented by a Distance-Learning
program. Our Director of Technology Integration assists students
and ensures that they stay on track with their course work
throughout the school year.A Lancaster Catholic education
solidly prepares young people for future academic and professional
life. It also equips them to encounter the cultural and personal
challenges they may face in their daily lives. This preparation
begins by providing students the opportunity to interact with the
larger community. Education and preparation for life cannot simply
happen within a building. Students in the Christian Service class
spend 3 mornings or afternoons per week assisting at a local
elementary school, nursing home, hospital or other community
organization. Humanities and foreign language classes visit
cultural sites in New York City and Washington, D.C. English
classes travel to the National Holocaust Museum, Vietnam and World
War II Memorials. Summer work camp students have traveled to
Baltimore, Charlotte, Wheeling, Madison, New Orleans and
Greensboro. Lancaster Catholic students may choose to participate
in the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce Women in Business mentoring
program and attend the Annual Business Expo. All students explore
our Christian call to be of service to others through our Good
Samaritan program. The 20 hours of service required annually foster
the proclamation of the Gospel within our community. These
experiences more fully prepare our students for their departure
from Lancaster Catholic. Whether they arrive on a college campus,
enter the military or join the work force, they are equipped with a
first-class education and a world-view grounded in faith and
service to humanity. We prepare students for the temporal and the
eternal.
How much does Lancaster Catholic High School cost?
Lancaster Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $10,516 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lancaster Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Lancaster Catholic High School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Lancaster Catholic High School offer?
Lancaster Catholic High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Lancaster Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Lancaster Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Lancaster Catholic High School is Feb. 1 / Jun. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 / Jun. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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This school must be a good place for my daughter for her high school. Good faculty, religious background and first class educational envorment, ect, that will give her what she need. I think.
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