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Guerin College Preparatory High School is a Catholic secondary school dedicated to the education and faith development of young women and men.
Under the sponsorship of the Sisters of Providence, the school reflects a mission of love, mercy and justice, where students come to an awareness of God at work in their lives.
Guerin strives to develop the unique potential of its diverse student body through an extensive curriculum, excellent instruction, service and extracurricular programs.
It seeks to instill in its students a sense of global awareness and to empower them with the knowledge, values and skills required to become active participants and effective leaders in today's Church/world.
Guerin College Preparatory High School, River Grove, will begin the
2009-2010 school year with all of its students carrying a laptop
computer to class on a daily basis. Guerin Prep, a Catholic
secondary school dedicated to the education and faith development
of approximately 615 young men and women, began the one-to-one
computing program in the fall of 2007 with the freshmen and
sophomore classes. Each fall since a new class has been added to
maximize the school's mission to prepare students for success in
college and career. This technology, combined with the school's
curriculum and a well-versed faculty allows students to explore
diverse cultures and new perspectives; write and edit reports,
essays and presentations electronically; plan, prepare and present
creative multimedia projects; access online tutoring and
communicate with teachers and others worldwide. Electronic
textbooks for most core classes are loaded on the laptop. In
addition to the laptop program, Guerin Prep also has a special
program for honors students as well as a structured course of study
for students needing special assistance. Guerin Prep is especially
proud of its 22-acre campus, which provides fields and facilities
enabling all athletes to practice in a safe and secure environment.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Providence, Guerin Prep was founded as
an all-girls school in 1962 and changed its mission to co-education
in 2004. Guerin Prep proudly claims both Mother Theodore Guerin and
Holy Cross high schools as its foundation schools. Visit
www.guerinprep.org
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Guerin Prep High School cost?
Guerin Prep High School's tuition is approximately $7,850 for private students.
What sports does Guerin Prep High School offer?
Guerin Prep High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Guerin Prep High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
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