2014-15 Bishop Gorman HS Viewbook

B ishop G orman H igh S chool

Pride In Our Past Celebrating Our Present

Inspiring Our Future

GAELS are young men and women who pride themselves in:

Their relationship with God Their Accountability for their own actions Their commitment to Excellence in all they do Their Leadership in the classroom and co-curricular activities Their commitment to Stewardship

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On September 7, 1954 Bishop Gorman High School opened as the only Catholic high school in Southern Nevada with the vision to provide students with an unparalleled college preparatory education in an environment distinguished by Catholic values. Bishop Gorman has been rooted in the fabric of Las Vegas for sixty years, never straying from our founders’ initial vision. We continue to welcome students who seek quality, Catholic college preparatory education from all socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds throughout the Las Vegas community. Leaders of today and tomorrow continue to benefit greatly from the spiritual and academic formation that is central to the Bishop Gorman experience.

In 2OO7 Bishop Gorman High School moved to its current Summerlin campus in order to meet the demands of the growing Las Vegas population. Since that time the campus has expanded and currently sits on 56 acres at the base of the beautiful Spring Mountain Range. Our state of the art facilities allow us to provide our students with every opportunity they need to succeed in today’s competitive environment.

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Fr. Thomas R. von Behren, C.S.V. Provincial – Clerics of St. Viator President of Bishop Gorman: 1993-1999

“From the very first day that it opened its doors in 1954, Bishop Gorman began its strong tradition of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and raising up a community of young people rooted in the Catholic faith.

I am proud to speak on behalf of the founding group of priests and brothers who helped to create a school with vision, compassion, and a deep commitment to educational excellence. The mission of Bishop Gorman continues to reflect the past 6O years that have shaped so many lives and contributed so much to the Las Vegas culture.”

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Your

Home

Our state of the art facilities accommodate the needs of our students, faculty and staff in both academic and extra-curricular arenas. Some of the highlights include: • 4 college style lecture halls ranging in capacity from 8O-14O • Athletic Training Center • Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto and Chapel • 2 Gymnasiums • 2 lit synthetic turf fields • Complete athletic complex including baseball, softball, soccer fields, track and tennis courts • Information media and educational technology center

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• Complete fine and performing arts complex – ceramics classroom with kiln, black and white photo lab, black box, broadcast media studio, theatre and green room • 3 computer labs • Marine biology laboratory • Learning and testing centers • Landscaped courtyards and quadrangle

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Chi Chi Bengochea ’8O Bentar Construction

“As an alum and a parent I was honored to be a part of the development of the Summerlin campus. The process of expanding the campus was taken very seriously by all those involved. It was important to us to maintain the look and feel of the campus.

Today we have arguably some of the best high school facilities in the country that our community can be proud of. Bishop Gorman has always had a great tradition of excellence, now we have the facilities to match our reputation.”

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I n t he

Classroom • Bishop Gorman is accredited as a High Performing School by the Northwest Accreditation Commission through AdvancED. • 69% of our faculty members hold a Master’s degree or higher and 26 members of our faculty and staff are Bishop Gorman alumni.

• Faculty and staff members enhance their knowledge by attending AP conferences, workshops and professional development courses.

• All students and teachers are equipped with iPads, allowing them to use the latest technology to enhance their educational process.

• Our school includes 4 lecture halls and 3 computer labs allowing learning to take place in a technologically advanced college preparatory environment.

• Parents and students can monitor grades and stay in contact with instructors through our online Edline program.

• Within our college preparatory curriculum we offer several advanced classes including 26 Honors, 6 Scholars and 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. A complete listing of course offerings is available on our website.

Sample Freshman Schedule Period 1

English 1

Period 2

Spanish 1

Period 3

Algebra 1 Honors

Period 4

Health (1st semester) Cultural Geography (2nd semester) Lunch

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Period 5

Sacred Scripture (1st semester) Christology (2nd semester)

Period 6

Biology 1 Honors

Graduation Requirements BGHS Program

Honors Program

Scholars Program

Credits

Credits

Credits

Theology

4

4

4

English

4

4

4

Math

3*

4

4

Science

3

4

4

Social Studies

3

3

3

World Languages

2

Fine Arts

Disciplines

3

3

(in the same language)

(in the same language)

1

1

1

Health

O.5

O.5

O.5

Computer

O.5

O.5

O.5

PE

2

2

2

Total Credits

23

26

26

* Four years of math required for Millennium Scholarship

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Christopher O’Brien

Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission Boston College

“Bishop Gorman students are very proud of their community - a community that values academics, spirituality and the development of the whole person. It is very clear to me that the faculty and administrators really care for the students in their building.

That mentorship makes for very good high school students and, as we have seen, very good college students.”

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Preparin g fo r

Success

Summer Internship Program The Bishop Gorman Internship Program is designed to offer students a first-hand look into a career field of interest during the summer prior to their senior year. This provides a unique opportunity for some professional experience in a particular field and insight into possible career paths.

Wellness Counselor Bishop Gorman employs a Wellness Counselor whose task it is to provide support to students who need assistance that goes beyond that offered by a guidance counselor. The Wellness Counselor assists students with issues related to stress, balance, grief, family, and other common teenage issues. Additionally, the Wellness Counselor makes referrals to professionals in the community when warranted.

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Rebecca Arteaga Valedictorian Class of 2O14

“…armed with a Catholic education, we are wellprepared for the future - instilled with a strong sense of social responsibility. Our Bishop Gorman teachers have not only equipped us with the tools to succeed, but also the foresight to know which ones to use on our individual journeys as we move forward. “

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College Counseling Office A full-time college counselor is available to meet with students and parents at any time during their high school career. The counselor oversees a comprehensive college planning program including on-campus college visits, financial aid/scholarship information and testing advice.

Naviance Family Connection Naviance is a web-based program designed to help students navigate every aspect of the college admission process. This program allows students to take a personality assessment and interest inventory, access a college database, research potential colleges, build a college resume, create a college list and manage their college applications.

The Learning Center The Learning Center was created to extend additional educational and support services to students who have diagnosed learning challenges and attention problems.

1:1 iPad Program In the fall of 2O14 Bishop Gorman instituted a 1:1 iPad program in partnership with Apple. This program permits us to maximize the advantages of current technology in our academic instruction and ensures that our students have the technological competence necessary to be successful in college.

2O13 - 2O14 Academic Accomplishments • 1 National Merit Scholarship Finalist • 4 National Merit Scholarship

Commended Students • 3 National Hispanic Recognition

Program Award winners • 3 National Achievement Program

Awards • 1 Carroll Scholarship winner • 38 athletic scholarships • The Class of 2O14 received over

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S t udent

Life

Classes Monday / Friday - 7:3Oam – 1:5Opm • Six 5O-minute class periods • 5 minute passing periods • Two different lunch periods

Tuesday / Wednesday - 8am – 1:5Opm (Block Days) • Periods 1, 2, 3 on Tuesday • Periods 4, 5, 6 on Wednesday • 45 minute GAELS Period *

Thursday - 8am - 1:5Opm • Six 45-minute class periods • 5 minute passing periods • Two different lunch periods * GAELS Period

Bishop Gorman High School is committed to meeting the needs of all of our students by using a variety of different approaches.

One of the methods we have developed to reach this goal is the GAELS (God, Activities, and Enhanced Learning Sessions) Period.

The GAELS Period provides students and teachers extra opportunities to meet and extend their experiences beyond what they may have already received during the regular instructional time while still in school. The GAELS Period allows for remediation, intervention, enrichment, study time, makeup work, club and Campus Ministry meetings, as well as other school programs.

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Nick Hatton ’14

Student Body President

“The trait that helps me to succeed is my absolute drive to be the best I can be. As part of the Bishop Gorman community I receive the opportunities and support necessary to achieve success both in and out of the classroom.”

Summer Enrichment We offer students the ability to complete classes during a summer program. We offer on-site and online courses to meet the needs of summer schedules. Course offerings include Theology, social studies, art, physical education, driver’s education, dance and health. Semester credit is awarded for each course.

School Spirit Our students show their pride by wearing the orange and blue proudly. We provide the opportunity for students to come together as a community through homecoming week, at our home games, after-game socials, school dances and pep assemblies.

Travel Opportunities Bishop Gorman students have the opportunity to expand their horizons: BGHS summer European adventure, summer college excursion, Utah Theatre Thespian trip, Close Up program in Washington DC and the Spanish Immersion summer program.

Hammes Campus Store Our campus store provides uniforms and a variety of Gael gear. Items can be viewed and purchased online as well. Visit our campus store at our website: www.bishopgorman.org.

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C o l l e g e A cc

class of

2014 IDAHO Boise State University University of Idaho

MONTANA Carroll College Montana State University, Bozeman University of Great Falls University of Montana, Missoula

WASHINGTON Central Washington University Gonzaga University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University University of Washington Washington State University Whitworth University

MINNESOTA College of Saint Benedict University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

IOWA Graceland University The University of Iowa Waldorf College

OREGON Oregon State University Portland State University University of Oregon University of Portland Willamette University

CALIFORNIA Azusa Pacific University University of California at Berkeley University of California at San Diego University of Southern California University of La Verne California Lutheran University California State University - Chico - Fullerton - San Bernardino Chapman University Concordia University Irvine Loyola Marymount University Marymount California University Pepperdine University Point Loma Nazarene University Mount Saint Mary’s College San Diego State University University of Redlands University of San Diego University of San Francisco Whittier College Santa Barbara City College Santa Clara University Sonoma State University Taft College

HAWAII Hawaii Pacific University

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WISCONSIN Marquette University University of Wisconsin, Mad University of Wisconsin, Rive

NEVADA College of Southern Nevada Nevada State College University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Nevada, Reno

NEBRASKA Concordia University - Seward Creighton University Midland University University of Nebraska, Lincoln KANSAS Kansas State University University of Kansas Ottawa University

UTAH Utah State University Salt Lake Community College University of Utah Dixie College Westminster College Snow College Southern Utah University

ARIZONA Arizona State University Barrett, The Honors College Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Grand Canyon University Northern Arizona University University of Arizona COLORADO Colorado Mesa University Colorado School of Mines Colorado State University Fort Lewis College Regis University University of Colorado at Boulder University of Denver

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OKLAHOMA University of Tulsa

NEW MEXICO New Mexico State University

MISSISSIPPI University of Mississi

TEXAS Baylor University Midwestern State University Rice University Southern Methodist University Texas A&M University Texas Christian University Texas Southern University The University of Texas, Austin Trinity University University of Dallas

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Map MICHIGAN Michigan State University University of Detroit Mercy University of Michigan

dison er Falls ILLINOIS Columbia College Chicago DePaul University Lewis University Loyola University Chicago Northwestern University The University of Chicago University of Illinois at Chicago University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign

NEW YORK Columbia University Fordham University Hofstra University Cornell University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute The King’s College Manhattanville College Marymount Manhattan College St. Bonaventure University St. John’s University – Manhattan Campus St. John’s University – Staten Island Campus St. John’s University – Queens Campus Syracuse University Vassar College United States Military Academy

VERMONT Green Mountain College NEW HAMPSHIRE Dartmouth University

OHIO The University of Akron Kent State University The Ohio State University Ohio University Xavier University

MAINE Bates College

RHODE ISLAND Roger Williams University Salve Regina University

INDIANA Purdue University University of Notre Dame Trine University

KENTUCKY University of Louisville

NEW JERSEY Fairleigh Dickinson University Georgian Court University

ISSOURI ontbonne University annibal LaGrange College issouri University of Science & Technology aint Louis University Washington University in St. Louis

NORTH CAROLINA Duke University High Point University North Carolina State

ARKANSAS So. Arkansas University, Magnolia

WASHINGTON, DC American University

MASSACHUSETTS Bentley University Boston College Endicott College

CONNECTICUT Albertus Magnus College Fairfield University Mitchell College Trinity College

PENNSYLVANIA Drexel University University of Pittsburgh Villanova University

MARYLAND John Hopkins University

VIRGINIA George Mason University

ippi GEORGIA Emory University Georgia Institute of Technology Morehouse College

LOUISIANA Louisiana State University

ALABAMA Auburn University University of Alabama

TENNESSEE Cumberland University Tennessee State University University of Tennessee, Knoxville * This is just a sampling of the schools where Bishop Gorman’s Class of 2O14 was accepted.

FLORIDA Ave Maria University University of Miami

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Fa i th &

Community

Liturgy In keeping with the commitment to enhance the spiritual life of the Bishop Gorman community, students and faculty worship together during monthly Eucharistic celebrations. Students are welcome to participate in the liturgies as lectors, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, altar servers, or members of either the Worship Choir or Praise & Worship Group.

Theology Students have Theology courses in their schedule each year. Courses include: Sacred Scripture, Christology, Paschal Mystery, Ecclesiology, Morality, Social Justice, Christian Vocations and World Religions.

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Kandy Miller

Lied Dining Facility Manager Catholic Charities of So. Nevada

“Thanks to the more than 45O volunteer hours for last year, Bishop Gorman students have played a pivotal role in making our day-to-day mission feasible.

Their youthful exuberance and hard work doing everything including serving an average of 1OOO men, women and children during the free community meal, cleaning after the meal and decorating for special events, is deeply appreciated by all of us here at Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada.”

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Karli Berry ’16 BGHS Student

“I love to involve myself with Three Square Food Bank’s “BackPack for Kids” program. We packed 2,16O weekend food bags on this day. Later that night as I was eating my dinner it made me feel so accomplished to know that kids in need were also eating dinner because of the food bags I packed for them.”

Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto

The Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto was dedicated in 2O12 to enhance the spiritual presence on campus. This tranquil environment, complete with contemplative music and candlelight, provides students with a space to pray and reflect in a quiet surrounding.

Retreats Students are encouraged to participate in our retreat program; Quest (for freshmen and sophomores) and Kairos (for juniors and seniors) provide an opportunity to explore one’s relationship with God, others and self.

Service A key aspect of our mission is to create a community where service is valued and celebrated. Students are required to complete 25 hours of community service annually. Many service opportunities are provided for student participation throughout the year. Last year, Bishop Gorman students performed over 38,OOO hours of service to the Las Vegas community.

Matthew 25 Our student-governed Matthew 25 board conducts a weekly on-campus collection and reviews applications from those in need requesting monetary assistance. Last year schoolwide collections totaled over $54,OOO which was distributed throughout the Las Vegas community.

Matthew’s Closet In 1996 a group of Bishop Gorman students founded Matthew’s Closet, a free clothing bank for homeless and low-income families in the Las Vegas area. Servicing the homeless directly and personally by distributing free clothing, toiletries and other useful items, the program is funded and staffed entirely by the Bishop Gorman community.

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C l u bs, So cie tie s

Activities

Students that are involved in extra-curricular activities get more out of their high school experience. With 32 different clubs and organizations for our students to participate in there is truly something for everyone at Bishop Gorman.

Aquinas Theology Honor Society

Gaels Theatre Guild

Photography Club

Art Club

History Club

Pre Law Club

Associated Student Gov’t, ASG (elected)

Marching Band

Robotics

American Sign Language (ASL) Club

Medical Society

Best Buddies

Micro Bank

Creative Writing Club

Mock Trial

Dance Team

Mu Alpha Theta

Environmental Club

National Art Honor Society

French Honor Society

National Honor Society

We The People

Frisbee Golf Club

Philosophy Club

Worship Choir

Future Business Leaders of America 14

Science Club Spanish National Honor Society Speech & Debate Varsity Quiz

Yearbook

2O13-2O14 Accolades Associated Student Government

Gaels Theatre Guild

• NASC Southern Star Award

• Theatre State Champions 4 years in a row

• Silver Star Award • National Gold Council of Excellence Award

• 23 students in 4 events received Accomplished ratings and qualified to compete at the International Thespian Festival

• Selected to present at the annual Nevada Association of Student Councils National Conference

• The ‘Group Musical Theatre’ competition piece was showcased at the State Conference awards ceremony

Art Club

• 7 students were selected to participate in the inaugural ‘Playworks’ workshops during the State Conference

• 2 Bishop Gorman students received Gold Key awards and 11 received Silver Key awards from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition

Creative Writing Club

• 4O student artists participated in The Memory Project, an initiative in which art students create portraits for children and teens around the world who have been neglected, orphaned or disadvantaged

• 5 Bishop Gorman students received Gold Key awards and 9 received Silver Key awards from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition

Mock Trial

• State Champions for the 2nd straight year and qualified to compete at the National tournament

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Debbie Littlefield

Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions Marquette University

“We have several Bishop Gorman graduates on Marquette’s campus and they are high-profile, very involved students. In addition to doing well academically, the foundation of service and leadership opportunities they experienced at Bishop Gorman has carried over and continued to grow in college. Two of our college tenets are “Be the Difference” and “Change the World” and the Bishop Gorman graduates at Marquette are doing just that.”

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Legacies Cre atin g

97 State Championships in 59 Years Gaels Win NIAA Award of Excellence The Bishop Gorman Gaels won their first Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association’s Award of Excellence in Academics, Athletics and Citizenship Championship for the 2O13-2O14 school year. The NIAA, the non-profit, governing body of high school sports in the Silver State, began the Award program in 2OO1. Points are awarded to member schools based on their varsity teams’ performances in the classroom, at the athletic venue and in the Citizenship Through Sports program. Each of the three major categories in high school activities – academics, athletics and sportsmanship – are weighted equally, and boys and girls programs are combined in the standings table. The Award of Excellence is considered to be the top overall sports recognition award in Nevada.

Taking it to the Next Level Our NCAA liaison and counselor advises and directs all students who wish to continue participating in sports at the college level, and assists student-athletes with NCAA eligibility as well as NCAA Clearinghouse forms. In 2O13-2O14, 38 student-athletes received scholarships, 22 of those were at the Division 1 level.

The athletic facilities at Bishop Gorman High School are second to none with dedicated fields for football, soccer, baseball and softball, tennis courts and track, 2 gymnasiums and wrestling room, as well as a lit synthetic turf multi-use field. The Athletic Training Center (ATC) is a state of the art two story facility that offers students, faculty and staff all the latest equipment for weight training and conditioning. The second floor provides a versatile meeting and event space which overlooks Fertitta Field.

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Tony Dorado Nike Basketball

“I could not ask for a better partner than Bishop Gorman. Coach Rice, his staff and the student-athletes always represent Nike in the most positive manner, both on and off the court – they exemplify sportsmanship to the fullest!”

Fall Sports

Cheerleading Cross Country Football Women’s Golf Soccer Tennis Women’s Volleyball

WinteR SpoRts Basketball Bowling Cheerleading Wrestling

SpRing SpoRts

Baseball Men’s Golf Lacrosse Softball Swimming & Diving Track & Field Men’s Volleyball

2O13-2O14 Athletic Accomplishments -Football: 5th State Championship in a row. Ranked in the top 15 in the nation -Women’s Tennis: 3-peat State Championship -Men’s Basketball: 3-peat State Championship and ranked in the top 1O in the nation -Men’s Golf: State Champions -Men’s Lacrosse: Nevada State Champions -Women’s Lacrosse: Back-to-Back Nevada State Champions and undefeated season -Women’s Swimming: 5th State Championship in a row and undefeated season -Randall Cunninghmam: 3 time State Champion High Jump -Vashti Cunningham: State Champion (1st US) High Jump, State Champion Long Jump -Noah Robotham: Nevada Gatorade Player of the Year (Men’s Basketball) -Amy Lubawy: State Champion and state record 5O & 1OO-yard freestyle -Marley Maluafiti : State Champion 1OO-yard butterfly

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G ael

Community

Ask anyone who has been associated with Bishop Gorman High School over the past 59 years and they will tell you that we are a tight knit community whose alumni have influenced the fabric of this community for decades. We are proud of our accomplishments and contributions to the Las Vegas Valley. Once you make a commitment to Bishop Gorman, we make a commitment to your family to foster you through not only high school, but long after you have graduated.

We welcome all our parents as active members of our community and encourage them to get involved….Bishop Gorman is not just for your kids!

Stay Connected We strive to keep you up-to-date on all things Bishop Gorman. To stay in the loop, you can check our website regularly, join our Facebook group pages, read the Gorman Daily News and monitor your student’s academic progress on Edline. Sign up for our on-line community and read our regular publications like our parent newsletter, Sharing the Pride and alumni newsletter, The Gael Gazette.

Be Involved Parents are encouraged to volunteer and to attend school events like Back to School Night and Parents’ Night Out, where parents will have opportunities to meet their student’s teachers and attend informative workshops presented by the College Counseling Center. Get to know what life is like at Bishop Gorman and see what we’re all about through our athletic events and theatre productions. We offer many Gael gatherings throughout the year including our Golf Classic, Knight of the Gael and our Passport Wine Tasting event, just to name a few.

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Alumni Current students have the opportunity to interact with alumni as they work on campus, visit the classroom, cheer at games and attend school events. The Advancement Office helps alumni keep in touch with their alma mater by nurturing personal relationships and hosting multiple events throughout the year such as Homecoming and our monthly Third Thursday alumni and parent mixers.

Parents Yes, all of our parents are Gaels, too! The support of our parents enables us to continue our traditions of excellence and help us foster that sense of Gael community. Parents are always welcome at all of our events and activities!

Friends Even those who do not have a direct tie to Bishop Gorman show their support as we are the only Catholic high school in Southern Nevada. If you believe in a quality, Catholic, college-preparatory education, you always have a place within the Bishop Gorman community.

For more information on our traditions and BGHS community visit our website at: www.bishopgorman.org or contact the Advancement office at 7O2-476-4O32.

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Nate Hunterton ‘96 2O14 Commencement Speaker

“It is not what you do while you’re in high school that matters most, it’s who you become. Gorman gives you the tools to find the best of you… Wherever it is… wherever you have to look… find it.., not just because the world needs you to, but because it is your greatest gift from God and what you do with it is your gift back to Him.” 19

Become a

Gael

Admission Policies & Entrance Requirements Requirements for all incoming freshman students: • A minimum 2.O GPA or better in middle school • A stanine level of 4 or above on the Placement Exam or any national exam • Positive discipline and attendance records

Entrance requirements for all incoming transfer students: • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in core classes (English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Foreign Language and {if coming from a Catholic school} Theology) • Positive discipline and attendance records

Tuition Assistance • More than $1,OOO,OOO was awarded in Financial Assistance for the 2O13-2O14 school year • 4O% of our students receive financial aid • Tuition assistance is available for families that qualify. Parents must complete an online application and be verified by February 28th, 2O15, to be considered for the first award review. Information will be available on our website, www.bishopgorman.org.

• Awards are based on demonstrated need and the availability of funds. Financial Assistance award notifications will be mailed out in late March for the applications that have been verified by FACTS Grant & Aid by February 28, 2O15.

Students must maintain a 2.O GPA and an excellent disciplinary record.

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Taylor Brown ’18 Incoming Freshman Coral Academy

“I chose to attend Bishop Gorman because of the unity and success this school brings. I am proud to be a part of this school. Gaels strive for success.”

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PLEASE NOTE: The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association does not permit athletic scholarships to be awarded to student-athletes. Bishop Gorman High School strictly adheres to the rules and regulations of the NIAA.

Bishop Gorman High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational and admission policies, athletic programs or other school administered programs. Bishop Gorman “is operated as an exempt school under the provision of NRS 394.211 and as such is exempt from the provisions of the Private Elementary and Secondary Education Authorization Act.”

Dates to Remember Open House Sunday, November 23, 2O14 1:OOpm – 3:OOpm Placement Exam Dates (for current 8th grade students) Saturday, December 13, 2O14 Saturday, January 1O, 2O15 8am – Noon Register for exam when submitting Application for Admission online after November 1st Shadow Days (for current 8th grade students) October 2O14 – April 2O15 Register online Tours Tours available weekly

Bishop Gorman High School Diocese of Las Vegas

5959 s. hualapai way | Las vegas, nv 89148 | 7O2.732.1945 | www.bishopgorman.org