2024 viewbook by Archbishop Williams High School

75 Years of Defining Success

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Archbishop Williams High School Office of Admissions

40 Independence Avenue Braintree, MA 02184

781-535-6051

admissions@awhs.org

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AWHS MISSION STATEMENT

Archbishop Williams High

School is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory, grades 7-12 school. We endeavor to educate young men and women spiritually, intellectually, ethically and physically. Driven by the love of Christ, in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we integrate learning with faith. We strive to graduate socially aware, morally responsible citizens prepared to succeed and to serve their local and global communities.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

• Four credits in Theology (one per academic year)

• Four credits in English (one per academic year)

• Four credits in Mathematics (one per academic year)

• Three credits in Social Studies (U.S. History I & II required)

• Three credits in the same Foreign Language*

• Three credits in a Laboratory Science (including Biology and Chemistry)

• One credit in Arts

• Three additional elective credits

Note: Starting with the Class of 2028, students will be required to take three credits in Foreign Language. Students must take a minimum of six full credit-bearing courses per academic year. A minimum of 24 credits are required to graduate.

FEATURING BISHOPS’ BLOCK

• Daily opportunity within the school day to pursue co-curriculars intended to deepen academic interests and enrichment

• Students self-direct their own pursuits through innovative explorations

• Dedicated to the education of the whole child

• Build relationships across the campus through collaboration with new faculty and students

AT A GLANCE

• Average class size is 16

• Curriculum to meet the needs and interests of each individual student

• Fully-aligned curriculum for Grades 7-12 provides a Catholic education that nurtures the mind, body and spirit of every child

• Accelerated academic path of AP Programs for Grades 9-12

• Robust elective offerings in science, history, arts, engineering and on-campus internships

• Opportunity to engage in independent research with faculty

ACADEMICS

AT A GLANCE

• Focus on study skills, time management and executive functioning in a small classroom environment

• Individualized attention to ensure intellectual and moral development of each student

• Dedicated middle-school specific Program Director and School Counselor

• All 7th & 8th Grade students are invited to try out for all athletic teams and are welcome to participate in all co-curricular activities offered

• Campus facilities are accessible to students from 7am to 5pm at no additional cost

7th

& 8th

GRADE PROGRAM

AT A GLANCE

• 25 MIAA-sanctioned athletic teams which compete in the Catholic Central League (CCL)

• Multiple levels for most teams to encourage participation

• Newly renovated: $4+ million Ted Healy ’86 Sports Complex

GIRLS SPORTS

FALL

Cheerleading

Cross Country

Soccer

Volleyball

WINTER

Basketball

Cheerleading

Hockey

Track & Field

Swimming

SPRING

Lacrosse

Track & Field

Softball

Tennis

Golf

BOYS SPORTS

FALL

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Soccer

WINTER

Basketball

Hockey

Track & Field

Swimming

SPRING

Baseball

Lacrosse

Track & Field

AT A GLANCE

• No fees to participate in any co-curricular activities

• Renovated design lab and state-of-the-art auditorium

• Award-winning Bionic Bishops robotics team

• Two annual performances of the theatre ensemble

CO-CURRICULARS

Admissions Ambassadors

Advanced Scientific Research

Baking Club

Campus Ministry

Chess Club

Chorus

Diversity and Unity Club

Esports & Gaming Culture

Foreign Affairs & Policy

Forensics Techniques

Math Team

Mock Trial

Model UN

Origami

Philosophy Club

Photography Club Robotics

Speak Up Club

Speech & Debate

Stocks & Investing

Student Council

Technical Theatre

Theatre Ensemble

Yearbook Club

Young Womens Leadership

Initiavtive

And more!

SERVICE & OUTREACH

• Students in Grades 7 & 8 participate in community-based service projects

• Each student in Grades 9 & 10 fulfills a minimum of 20 hours of outreach annually

• Juniors complete 20 hours of outreach service with one organization or various organizations with the same theme or topic

• Seniors complete 20 hours of outreach service at one organization or a hands-on service project for a non-profit organization

• Students are encouraged to participate in local and international service trips

AT A GLANCE

• “The Love of Christ Drives Us On”

• Over 17,000+ hours of community outreach completed annually by our students

• AWHS community gathers monthly to celebrate Liturgies

• Students engage in reflection at annual grade-level retreats

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PARTNERS

• A Bed for Every Child

• Birthday Wishes

• Catholic Charities

• Cradles To Crayons

• Father Bill’s/MainSpring

• Operation Gratitude

• Project Linus

• The Outreach Program (End Hunger New England)

• Various local food pantries, councils on aging, veteran services, animal shelters and more

FAITH & SERVICE

AT A GLANCE

• 100% college acceptance rate for all applicants; 98% of graduates matriculate to fouryear colleges; 2% continue to post-graduate year, enlist in the military or pursue a trade

• 230+ unique colleges visit campus each year through the college admissions events series

• Parent education series relating to all aspects of the college process

• College Essay Boot Camp offered to rising Seniors

• On campus SAT Prep course is offered to Juniors and Seniors and is led by a certified instructor. Last Spring scores of the students who participated in the SAT Prep course had a 9% increase in their SAT scores compared to their fall PSAT scores.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

(Grades 7-9)

• Ravenna Application

• Academic Records (final report cards for 22-23 and 23-24, current report card, attendance record, discipline record and standardized testing)

• English Teacher Recommendation

• Math Teacher Reccomendation

• Entrance Exams (Choose one):

Grades 7 & 8:

ISEE Middle Level, SSAT or MAP

Grade 9:

ISEE Upper Level, HSPT, SSAT or MAP

TRANSFER STUDENT APPLICATION

REQUIREMENTS (Grades 10-11)

• Ravenna Application

• Academic Records (final report cards for 22-23 and 23-24, current report card, attendance record, discipline record and standardized testing)

• Interview

Open House events are offered Sunday 10/27 and Sunday 11/3. HSPT and ISEE exams are offered on campus on Saturday 11/2 and Saturday 12/7. Visit our website for more information.