OUR MISSION TRUTH UNITY LOVE THE PROVIDENCE ADVANTAGE The Providence Catholic High School family embraces the gospel of Jesus Christ in an atmosphere of acceptance, respect, and love. We are a Diocesan co-educational, college preparatory school under the leadership of the Order of St. Augustine. Our dedicated and caring faculty and staff integrate the core Augustinian values of truth, unity and love into all dimensions of student life in a safe and nurturing environment. Firmly rooted in the Catholic faith, our students are inspired to use their God-given talents and live their lives with integrity, courage and compassion. 2 Providence Catholic is fully accredited by AdvancEd, Augustinian Secondary Education Association, Illinois State Board of Education and National Catholic Educational Association. Our Latest Graduates... 100% continued their education at the college level 76% received academic/athletic scholarships valued at nearly $30 million 18% recognized as Illinois State Scholars 31.3 ACT Top 10% average 28.6 ACT honors composite average 24.0 ACT composite average 1 National Merit finalist 1 National Merit commended student 25,000 + hours of service to the community 3
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Providence Catholic has provided me with a rigorous academic curriculum and extra-curricular programs that have inspired me to live up to my potential and be successful in all that I do. Colin Brankin 16 Valedictorian University of Notre Dame Chemical Engineering Technology Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program Campus-wide Wi-Fi Dedicated Fiber optic internet access Office 365 account for all students Laptops available throughout the school TI-NSpire technology in Math classrooms Counseling Graduation Requirements 4 years - English 4 years - Theology 3 years - Math 3 years - Social Science 3 years - Laboratory Science 2 years - World Language 2 years - Electives 1 year - Physical Education or Band 1/2 year - Health 1/2 year - Economics 1/2 year - Introduction to Technology academic advantage Tutoring Program Proficiency Exams for Incoming Freshmen Celtic Time Student Advisory Program for Freshmen Celtic Learning Center (Learning Resource Program) Summer Study Skills Program Mobile language lab for Spanish and French courses Electives Visual and Performing Arts Technology Sports Medicine and Fitness World Languages Classroom Presentations Individual Academic Placement Sessions Test Preparation and Interpretation Parent and Student College Planning Scholarship and Financial Aid Seminars Interactive Career Planning Software Individual College Application Assistance I have learned many valuable lessons at PCHS, but the time-management skills have really helped me prepare for college and beyond. Allison Hernandez 16 University of St. Francis Psychology pchs offers More Than 100 College Preparatory Courses 18 Advanced Placement Courses 18 Honors Courses 19 Distance Learning Courses Through Brigham Young University Dual Credit For Technology Courses through Moraine Valley Community College 14:1 Student To Teacher Ratio 4 5
KEEPING THE FAITH COMMUNITY SERVICE 25,000 HOURS YEARLY All School Masses Daily Prayer Optional Daily Mass Retreats Sacramental Preparation Youth Ministries 4 year community service program 6 7
8 HOME OF THE CELTICS 30 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Boys Sports: Baseball Basketball Cross-Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track Volleyball Wrestling Girls Sports: Basketball Cheerleading Cross-Country Golf Pom Pons Soccer Softball Tennis Track Volleyball PCHS students also have the opportunity to represent their school in IHSA Gymnastics and Swimming. THE MOST CHAMPIONSHIPS OF ANY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL IN ILLINOIS TEAM WRESTLING 1st 78, 81, 88, 89, 97, order to protect all students 98, 99, 00, 01, 02 2nd 80, 82, 90, 03, 04, 08 individual eligibility, we support the 3rd 77, 87, 93, 94, 96 policies of the Illinois High School 4th 16 Association. In doing so, Providence Catholic High School may not FOOTBALL 1st 87, 91, 94, 95, 96, 97, 01, 02, 04, 14 promise or offer athletic scholarships 2nd 98, 00, 09 of any kind. Violations may result in loss of eligibility for the student, GIRLS TRACK 1st 78 2nd 81 coach and/or school. 3rd 80 4th 82 BASEBALL 1st 78, 82, 14, 15, 16 2nd 11 BOYS BASKETBALL 1st 79 3rd 78 Girls locker room renovation ICE HOCKEY 1st 09 Bishop Kaffer Stadium (synthetic turf field, 2nd 16 polyurethane track, new lighting) POM PONS 1st 04 Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart gym (new 30In 3rd 14 hard wood floors) Baseball and softball fields (brick dugouts, CHEERLEADING 1st 13 2nd 07, 16 player and spectator facilities) 3rd 11, 14 Sand volleyball courts 4th 06, 12 Wilderness Cross Country Trail BOYS SOCCER BOYS TRACK SOFTBALL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL GIRLS GOLF BOYS VOLLEYBALL STATE FINISH 2nd 02 2nd 13 3rd 12 3rd 88 4th 89, 90 4th 08 YEAR(S) IHSA POLICY TOP-NOTCH FACILITIES DID YOU KNOW? 85% of students participate in athletic or extracurricular activities 28% of student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent or made commitment to continue their sport in college 9
SCHOOL SPIRIT CELTIC PRIDE Providence Catholic encourages all students to be involved in activities outside of their daily classroom schedule. Extracurricular clubs, organizations and activities are open to all Providence Catholic students regardless of their year in school. CLUBS ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVITIES Art Club Augustinian Youth Ministry (AYM) Bag Pipes Band & Color Guard Bass Fishing Book Club Bowling Club Celtic Nation Celtic Time Advisor Choir Film Club Guitar Club Habitat for Humanity International Club Law Club Manga Club Math Team Mock Trial Team National Art Honor Society National Honor Society Philosophy Club Poetry Slam Proviscope (school newspaper) Respect Life Club Scholastic Bowl Science Club Strategic Games Club Student Ambassador Program Student Council Theatre Tri-M Music Honor Society Winter Guard World Language Honor Society Yearbook 10 SPECIAL EVENTS Dances Dress Down Days Entertainers Field Trips Intramural Sports Homecoming Week Leadership Conferences Motivational Speakers Musicals/Plays Pep Assemblies Red Ribbon Week Spirit Days Spring Fling Week 11
AN INVESTMENT WITH A HIGH RETURN freshman scholarships Through scholarships, endowments and the generosity of the Diocese of Joliet, Providence Catholic is able to provide a quality college preparatory education to many students at an affordable price. Listed below are the scholarships available to freshman students and financial aid opportunities for those who qualify. The Augustinian Service Scholarship The Celtic Leadership Scholarship financial aid $1.5 million awarded in Aid and Scholarships to PCHS students The average award is $3,500 25% of Providence Catholic families receive Need-Based Aid Need Based Scholarships and Need Based Aid Applications are provided to all students who take the Placement Exam Summer Work and Work Study Program The Chase Academic Achievement Scholarship The Freshman Celtic Scholar Award The Kazma Family Foundation Scholarship The spirituality I witnessed at PCHS has helped me to realize that having faith in God s plan and hard work will take me anywhere I want to go in life. Providence Catholic offers a number of academic and need-based scholarships. Financial assistance is available for families in an effort to make a Providence education an option for all students. Tuition Payment Options The Stanley and Adele Guz Memorial Scholarship Thomas Kelley 16 Miami University (Ohio) Business 2016-2017 tuition $11,650 - first student $10,485 - second student (10% discount) $8,737.50 - third student (25% discount) There is no charge for the fourth student other expenses Activity Fee:...$200 Freshman Placement Exam:...$25 Registration:...$300 fee applied toward first tuition payment Textbooks (Approximately):...$350 Providence has taught me to be responsible and prepared for every situation in life. I also learned how a positive attitude and hard work will help me achieve my goals. Fundraising: Hannah Davis 16 Individual...$350 Mount St. Mary s University Family...$500 Accounting Individual Course Fees Vary 12 13
TRANSPORTATION WHERE ARE THEY NOW? ZONES AND FEES The Providence Transportation Company offers an affordable option for students to receive transportation to and from Providence Catholic High School. Pick-up points are determined on an annual basis. Please contact the Providence Catholic Transportation Company with specific inquiries at (815) 485-0638. Busing is available for the following areas at the listed rates: Zone 1 - $1,075 East side of Joliet, New Lenox TRANSPORTATION FAMILY DISCOUNT Second Student...10% Third Student...25% Fourth Student... Free Zone 2 - $1,100 Crest Hill, West side of Joliet, Rockdale Zone 3 - $1,125 Frankfort, Homer Township areas, Lockport, Manhattan, Mokena Zone 4 - $1,175 Channahon, Elwood, Green Garden Township, Lemont, Matteson, Minooka, Oak Forest, Orland Areas, Palos Areas, Plainfield, Shorewood, Tinley Park 14 15
Your Family...Your Future open house Sunday November 20, 2016 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tours Information Displays placement exam Incoming Freshmen Saturday January 14, 2017 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Required of all incoming freshmen Pre-registration is not required $25 Exam Fee Call TODAY to schedule a Shadow Day visit! www.providencecatholic.org 1800 West Lincoln Highway New Lenox, IL 60451 (815) 717-3160