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The '''Catholic High School of Baltimore''' is a [[private school|private]], all-girls, [[Roman Catholic]] [[high school]] in [[Baltimore, Maryland]]. It is located in the [[Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Baltimore]].
The '''Catholic High School of Baltimore''' is an independent, [[private school|private]], all-girls, [[Roman Catholic]] [[high school]] in [[Baltimore, Maryland]] sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Florence |title=Incorporated Ministries |url=https://osfphila.org/incorporated-ministries/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia |language=en-US}}</ref>


==Background==
==History==
The Catholic High School of Baltimore is a sponsored institution of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia.<ref name="The Catholic High School of Baltimore">http://www.thecatholichighschool.org/about/index.php {{Dead link|date=February 2022}}</ref>
Through the efforts of Archbishop of Baltimore [[Michael Joseph Curley]] and Provincial Superior of the Sisters of St. Francis Mother Mary Generosa McCafferty, the Catholic High School of Baltimore was built in 1939 on the property known as the Raming Estate. The intended name of the school was "The Curley High School of Baltimore," however Curley disliked having a school named after himself. Instead, he exchanged the word "Curley" for "Catholic."<ref>{{Cite web |title=About Us {{!}} The Catholic High School |url=https://www.thecatholichighschool.org/about-us#history |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=www.thecatholichighschool.org}}</ref>

== Academics ==

=== Overview ===
The Catholic High School uses a 4.0 scale for GPA. It also uses a grading system different from the one most commonly seen in United States high schools.<ref>{{Citation |title=Academic grading in the United States |date=2024-04-26 |work=Wikipedia |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Academic_grading_in_the_United_States&oldid=1220813728 |access-date=2024-07-08 |language=en}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable"
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!Letter
!Percentage
!GPA
|-
|A+
|100-97
|4.0
|-
|A
|96-93
|4.0
|-
|B+
|92-89
|3.5
|-
|B
|88-85
|3.0
|-
|C+
|84-81
|2.5
|-
|C
|80-77
|2.0
|-
|D+
|76-73
|1.5
|-
|D
|72-70
|1.0
|-
|F
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|0
|}
Quarterly academic achievements are recognized using Gold and Silver Honors. A 3.75 GPA and no grade beneath a B+ are needed for Gold Honors. A 3.5 GPA and no grade beneath a B are needed for Silver Honors.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023 |title=The Catholic High School Handbook |url=https://www.thecatholichighschool.org/site/usermedia/application/12/student-handbook-23-24_1.pdf |access-date=8 July 2024 |website=The Catholic High School of Baltimore Handbook}}</ref>

=== Honor societies ===
The Catholic High school is currently associated with eight [[Honor society|honor societies]]: [[National Honor Society]] (The Mother Generosa Chapter), [[National Art Honor Society]], National Dance Honor Society, National English Honor Society (Sister Corda Marie Bergbauer Chapter), National Science Honor Society, [[Société Honoraire de Français|French Honor Society]], [[Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica|Spanish Honor Society]], and [[Tri-M|Tri-M Music Honor Society]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Student Life {{!}} The Catholic High School |url=https://www.thecatholichighschool.org/student-life#clubs-organizations |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=www.thecatholichighschool.org}}</ref>

=== Programs ===

==== Honors Program ====
The Honor Program is designed to provide students with more challenging and rigorous academic courses. Students in this program will be enrolled in honors-level classes and can take [[Advanced Placement]] (AP) classes. Dual-enrollment courses are also offered for juniors and seniors, allowing students to earn college credit.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Academics {{!}} The Catholic High School |url=https://www.thecatholichighschool.org/academics |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=www.thecatholichighschool.org}}</ref>

==== College Preparatory Program ====
The College Preparatory Program prepares students for college and future careers. <ref name=":1" />

==== Archangel Program ====
The Archangel Program is a two-year program assisting freshmen and sophomores with academic difficulties.<ref name=":1" />

==== Law and Leadership Program ====
The Law and Leadership Program is a four-year program focusing on responsible leadership, ethics, and the legal system. Leadership in the Franciscan tradition is emphasized, and classes such as Public Speaking and Criminal Justice are taken.<ref name=":1" />

==== STEM Program ====
The STEM Program is a four-year program with a specialized focus in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. There are three concentrations for this program: Engineering, Biomedicine, and Sports Medicine.<ref name=":1" />

==== The McCafferty Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) Program ====
The McCafferty VPA Program is a four-year program with five concentrations. Students in this program have the opportunity to build portfolios, participate in regional competitions, have their art shown in exhibitions, and perform at Catholic High events. There are five concentrations for this program: Art, Band, Choir, Dance, and Theatre.<ref name=":1" />

== Extracurricular activities ==

=== Athletics ===
The athletic philosophy of the Catholic High School emphasizes the importance of physical conditioning and training as well was the development of sportsmanship, self-discipline, and healthy competition. All teams, with the exception of Cheerleading, are a part of the [[Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland]].
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|+Fall Sports<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |date=2024-06-07 |title=The Catholic High School Of Baltimore |url=https://catholichighathletics.com/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=The Catholic High School Of Baltimore |language=en-US}}</ref>
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|-
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| -
| -
|-
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|B
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|Swimming
|C
| -
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!Sport
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!JV Conference
|-
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|B
| -
|-
|Lacrosse
|C
| -
|-
|Outdoor Track
|B
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|Softball
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=== Clubs and councils ===
The Catholic High School of Baltimore offers a variety of clubs to promote diverse interests, including Astronomy Club, Barbershop Club, Beautiful Me Club, Chess Club, Duns Scotus Forensics Society, Green School Club, Marine Environmental Club, Mathletes, Media Club, Model UN, Nurse's Club, Sea Perch Robotics, STEP Team TCHS-TV, Ukulele Club, VEX Robotics, and Youth and Government.<ref name=":0" />

The school also has councils such as the Culture and Diversity Council, Human Trafficking Cohort, and Student Council, which provide platforms for leadership development, school and community engagement, and personal growth.<ref name=":0" />

== Traditions ==

=== Hello Day ===
Hello Day is an annual tradition where seniors (Big Sisters) welcome the freshmen (Little Sisters) and transfer students (Cub Buddies) to the school. Each senior is paired with a freshman. The day begins with the Big Sisters, Little Sisters, and Cub Buddies gathering in the Dining Hall where each Little Sister and Cub Buddy receives a basket of presents from her Big Sister. Afterwards, the entire student body enters the auditorium to watch skits performed by students and staff.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |title=Student Life {{!}} The Catholic High School |url=https://www.thecatholichighschool.org/student-life |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=www.thecatholichighschool.org}}</ref>

=== Junior Ring ===
Early in the school year, the members of the Junior Classes are given their [[class rings]] during the Junior Ring Liturgy. During the liturgy, the rings and the class are blessed.<ref name=":3" />

=== Senior bows ===
Rising seniors are provided with green ribbon bows they wear on their kilts. These bows are adorned with the various pins and honors the student has received during her time at Catholic High.

=== Dances and proms ===
Several dances and proms occur throughout the school year. The Snow Ball is a dance sponsored by the Student Council held in January for the entire student body.

The sophomore, junior, and senior classes each have an exclusive dance or prom. The sophomore class has a semi-formal dance held at Catholic High, while both the junior and senior classes have proms held off-campus.<ref name=":3" />

=== Miss Catholic High and Students of the Year ===
At the end of every school year, one student from each class is chosen to be their respective Student of the Year. The senior Student of the Year is referred to as Miss Catholic High and has the honor of crowning Mary at the May Crowing Procession with the other Students of the Year in her court.

=== Senior Picnic and Farewell ===
After senior exams, the senior class gathers together to celebrate their time at Catholic High. There is a Farewell Assembly where the seniors share memories and faculty say goodbye and wish the class well.<ref name=":3" />

=== Sports traditions ===

==== Powder Puff game ====
The Powder Puff Game is an annual game of flag football. Members of the junior and senior classes compete against each other.<ref name=":3" />

==== Pep rallies ====
Three Pep Rallies occur every year, one for each season. During a pep rally, the respective sports teams are recognized for their achievements. Games are also played for Field Day points. <ref name=":3" />

==== Spirit Stick ====
The Spirit Stick is a decorated stick every Big Sister passes on to their Little Sister. <ref name=":3" />

==== Spirit Week and Field Day ====
Spirit Week and Field Day are celebrated in the spring. Each day of Spirit Week, students are allowed to dress down according to the theme of the day. On Friday of Spirit Week is Field Day, which is a friendly competition between each class. Each student represents their grade by wearing their specific class colors.


==Notable alumnae==
==Notable alumnae==
* [[Margaret A. Brewer]] '48: First female [[brigadier general]] in Marine Corps history.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Schudel |first=Matt |date=11 January 2013 |title=Margaret A. Brewer, first female general in Marine Corps, dies at 82 |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/margaret-a-brewer-first-female-general-in-marine-corps-dies-at-82/2013/01/11/29f905ca-5c22-11e2-beee-6e38f5215402_story.html |journal=Washington Post}}</ref>
* [[Stacy Keibler]] '97: Former professional wrestler and 2nd runner-up on ''[[Dancing with the Stars]]'', season two
* [[Stacy Keibler]] '97: Former professional wrestler and 2nd runner-up on ''[[Dancing with the Stars]]'', season two
* [[Gina Schock]]: Drummer for [[The Go-Go's]]<ref name="BM-2021">{{cite web |url=https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/artsentertainment/go-gos-drummer-gina-schock-credits-dundalk-roots-for-rock-and-roll-success/ |title=She’s Got the Beat: Go-Go’s Drummer Gina Schock Credits Local Roots for Rock and Roll Success |last1=Tarr |first1=Hope C. |last2=Shaffer |first2=Kendell |date=October 2021 |work=Baltimore Magazine |publisher=Rosebud Entertainment |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211012124422/https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/artsentertainment/go-gos-drummer-gina-schock-credits-dundalk-roots-for-rock-and-roll-success/ |archive-date=October 12, 2021 |url-status=live |access-date=February 19, 2022}}</ref>
* [[Gina Schock]]: Drummer for [[The Go-Go's]]<ref name="BM-2021">{{cite web |url=https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/artsentertainment/go-gos-drummer-gina-schock-credits-dundalk-roots-for-rock-and-roll-success/ |title=She’s Got the Beat: Go-Go’s Drummer Gina Schock Credits Local Roots for Rock and Roll Success |last1=Tarr |first1=Hope C. |last2=Shaffer |first2=Kendell |date=October 2021 |work=Baltimore Magazine |publisher=Rosebud Entertainment |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211012124422/https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/artsentertainment/go-gos-drummer-gina-schock-credits-dundalk-roots-for-rock-and-roll-success/ |archive-date=October 12, 2021 |url-status=live |access-date=February 19, 2022}}</ref>

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Catholic High School of Baltimore
Address
Map
2800 Edison Highway

Baltimore, MD

Baltimore
,
(Baltimore County)
,
Maryland
21213

United States
Coordinates39°18′57.5″N 76°34′24.4″W / 39.315972°N 76.573444°W / 39.315972; -76.573444
Information
TypePrivate, All-Girls
MottoLux Tua Luceat
(Let Your Light Shine)
Religious affiliation(s)Roman Catholic
Patron saint(s)St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare of Assisi
Established1939
PresidentDr. Barbara Nazelrod '68
PrincipalDr. Philip Piercy
Grades9–12
Enrollment320 (2013)
Student to teacher ratio12:1
Color(s)Green and gold   
SloganEmpowering Women
SongViva Catholic High
Athletics conferenceIAAM
MascotCub
Team nameCubs
AccreditationAssociation of Independent Maryland Schools
PublicationCanticles (literary magazine)
NewspaperThe Highway
YearbookThe Troubadour
Tuition$17,000
Websitethecatholichighschool.org

The Catholic High School of Baltimore is an independent, private, all-girls, Roman Catholic high school in Baltimore, Maryland sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia.[1]

History

Through the efforts of Archbishop of Baltimore Michael Joseph Curley and Provincial Superior of the Sisters of St. Francis Mother Mary Generosa McCafferty, the Catholic High School of Baltimore was built in 1939 on the property known as the Raming Estate. The intended name of the school was "The Curley High School of Baltimore," however Curley disliked having a school named after himself. Instead, he exchanged the word "Curley" for "Catholic."[2]

Academics

Overview

The Catholic High School uses a 4.0 scale for GPA. It also uses a grading system different from the one most commonly seen in United States high schools.[3]

Grading System
Letter Percentage GPA
A+ 100-97 4.0
A 96-93 4.0
B+ 92-89 3.5
B 88-85 3.0
C+ 84-81 2.5
C 80-77 2.0
D+ 76-73 1.5
D 72-70 1.0
F Below 70 0

Quarterly academic achievements are recognized using Gold and Silver Honors. A 3.75 GPA and no grade beneath a B+ are needed for Gold Honors. A 3.5 GPA and no grade beneath a B are needed for Silver Honors.[4]

Honor societies

The Catholic High school is currently associated with eight honor societies: National Honor Society (The Mother Generosa Chapter), National Art Honor Society, National Dance Honor Society, National English Honor Society (Sister Corda Marie Bergbauer Chapter), National Science Honor Society, French Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society.[5]

Programs

Honors Program

The Honor Program is designed to provide students with more challenging and rigorous academic courses. Students in this program will be enrolled in honors-level classes and can take Advanced Placement (AP) classes. Dual-enrollment courses are also offered for juniors and seniors, allowing students to earn college credit.[6]

College Preparatory Program

The College Preparatory Program prepares students for college and future careers. [6]

Archangel Program

The Archangel Program is a two-year program assisting freshmen and sophomores with academic difficulties.[6]

Law and Leadership Program

The Law and Leadership Program is a four-year program focusing on responsible leadership, ethics, and the legal system. Leadership in the Franciscan tradition is emphasized, and classes such as Public Speaking and Criminal Justice are taken.[6]

STEM Program

The STEM Program is a four-year program with a specialized focus in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. There are three concentrations for this program: Engineering, Biomedicine, and Sports Medicine.[6]

The McCafferty Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) Program

The McCafferty VPA Program is a four-year program with five concentrations. Students in this program have the opportunity to build portfolios, participate in regional competitions, have their art shown in exhibitions, and perform at Catholic High events. There are five concentrations for this program: Art, Band, Choir, Dance, and Theatre.[6]

Extracurricular activities

Athletics

The athletic philosophy of the Catholic High School emphasizes the importance of physical conditioning and training as well was the development of sportsmanship, self-discipline, and healthy competition. All teams, with the exception of Cheerleading, are a part of the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland.

Fall Sports[7]
Sport Varsity Conference JV Conference
Cross Country B -
Field Hockey C -
Soccer C -
Volleyball B B
Winter Sports[7]
Sport Varsity Conference JV Conference
Basketball C C
Cheerleading - -
Indoor Track B B
Swimming C -
Spring Sports[7]
Sport Varsity Conference JV Conference
Golf B -
Lacrosse C -
Outdoor Track B -
Softball A A

Clubs and councils

The Catholic High School of Baltimore offers a variety of clubs to promote diverse interests, including Astronomy Club, Barbershop Club, Beautiful Me Club, Chess Club, Duns Scotus Forensics Society, Green School Club, Marine Environmental Club, Mathletes, Media Club, Model UN, Nurse's Club, Sea Perch Robotics, STEP Team TCHS-TV, Ukulele Club, VEX Robotics, and Youth and Government.[5]

The school also has councils such as the Culture and Diversity Council, Human Trafficking Cohort, and Student Council, which provide platforms for leadership development, school and community engagement, and personal growth.[5]

Traditions

Hello Day

Hello Day is an annual tradition where seniors (Big Sisters) welcome the freshmen (Little Sisters) and transfer students (Cub Buddies) to the school. Each senior is paired with a freshman. The day begins with the Big Sisters, Little Sisters, and Cub Buddies gathering in the Dining Hall where each Little Sister and Cub Buddy receives a basket of presents from her Big Sister. Afterwards, the entire student body enters the auditorium to watch skits performed by students and staff.[8]

Junior Ring

Early in the school year, the members of the Junior Classes are given their class rings during the Junior Ring Liturgy. During the liturgy, the rings and the class are blessed.[8]

Senior bows

Rising seniors are provided with green ribbon bows they wear on their kilts. These bows are adorned with the various pins and honors the student has received during her time at Catholic High.

Dances and proms

Several dances and proms occur throughout the school year. The Snow Ball is a dance sponsored by the Student Council held in January for the entire student body.

The sophomore, junior, and senior classes each have an exclusive dance or prom. The sophomore class has a semi-formal dance held at Catholic High, while both the junior and senior classes have proms held off-campus.[8]

Miss Catholic High and Students of the Year

At the end of every school year, one student from each class is chosen to be their respective Student of the Year. The senior Student of the Year is referred to as Miss Catholic High and has the honor of crowning Mary at the May Crowing Procession with the other Students of the Year in her court.

Senior Picnic and Farewell

After senior exams, the senior class gathers together to celebrate their time at Catholic High. There is a Farewell Assembly where the seniors share memories and faculty say goodbye and wish the class well.[8]

Sports traditions

Powder Puff game

The Powder Puff Game is an annual game of flag football. Members of the junior and senior classes compete against each other.[8]

Pep rallies

Three Pep Rallies occur every year, one for each season. During a pep rally, the respective sports teams are recognized for their achievements. Games are also played for Field Day points. [8]

Spirit Stick

The Spirit Stick is a decorated stick every Big Sister passes on to their Little Sister. [8]

Spirit Week and Field Day

Spirit Week and Field Day are celebrated in the spring. Each day of Spirit Week, students are allowed to dress down according to the theme of the day. On Friday of Spirit Week is Field Day, which is a friendly competition between each class. Each student represents their grade by wearing their specific class colors.

Notable alumnae

See also

Notes and references

  1. ^ Florence. "Incorporated Ministries". The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  2. ^ "About Us | The Catholic High School". www.thecatholichighschool.org. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  3. ^ "Academic grading in the United States", Wikipedia, 2024-04-26, retrieved 2024-07-08
  4. ^ "The Catholic High School Handbook" (PDF). The Catholic High School of Baltimore Handbook. 2023. Retrieved 8 July 2024.
  5. ^ a b c "Student Life | The Catholic High School". www.thecatholichighschool.org. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  6. ^ a b c d e f "Academics | The Catholic High School". www.thecatholichighschool.org. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  7. ^ a b c "The Catholic High School Of Baltimore". The Catholic High School Of Baltimore. 2024-06-07. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
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