we are
gorman
GAELS are young men and women who pride themselves on: 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
5959 s. hualapai way Las vegas, nv 89148 • 702.732.1945
www.bishopgorman.org
Excellence
GaelsGod Leadership Stewardship Accountability
Our past
Bishop Gorman was founded in 1954 with the vision to provide students with an unparalleled college preparatory education in an environment distiguished by Catholic values.
Bishop Gorman Founders
Our present
In January 2012, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto opened to the Bishop Gorman
In 2007, Bishop Gorman High School moved to its current 36-acre Summerlin campus which houses: • A 5,500-square-foot alumni memorial chapel • State-of-the-art biology, chemistry and physics labs • A learning center • A college style lecture hall • A performing arts theatre • Five athletic fields • Tennis courts • Two gymnasiums
community. The Grotto honors the legacy of Frank J. Fertitta, Jr. and provides a peaceful space for meditation and reflection, enhancing the spiritual lives of our students on campus.
The Fertitta Athletic Training Center, open for the 2012-2013 school year, offers strength conditioning for our student-athletes, a fitness center for all of our students and faculty, trainer’s room, lecture hall, nutrition bar, offices and locker rooms. This facility also boasts a fully-equipped reception center for the Bishop Gorman community to gather for meetings and banquets.
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Moving forward Future Development
Future Development
Practice Field Future Development
Commons Expansion
Education Building
Lecture Halls
As we move forward to meet the needs of the 21st century student, the first phase of our north expansion is in process and is scheduled for completion by August 2013. This phase will include expansion of the Commons to accommodate 750 students, two additional lecture halls, an education building with 10 classrooms, two science labs and two computer labs, a lighted practice field for football, soccer and lacrosse, additional student parking and a landscaped park-like quadrangle where our students can gather to express and exchange ideas. Bishop Gorman High School has become rooted in the fabric of Las Vegas over the last 58 years, never straying from our founders’ initial vision. We continue to welcome students who seek quality, Catholic college preparatory education from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and ethnicities throughout the Las Vegas community.
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In the classroom •
Bishop Gorman is accredited as a High Performing School by the Northwest Accreditation Commission
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66% of Bishop Gorman teachers hold a Master’s degree or higher
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21% of our faculty and staff are Bishop Gorman High School alumni
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Faculty members enhance their knowledge by attending AP conferences, workshops and professional development courses
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Classrooms are equipped with wireless computer access, interactive whiteboard technology and access to mobile laptop computer carts
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Tutoring is available through programs such as National Honor Society and the Math Lab
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Parents and students can monitor grades and stay in contact with teachers through our online Edline program
Freshman Success •
Link Leader Program
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Freshman Orientation
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Study Skills Seminar
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Dedicated Freshman Dean
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Class requirements Graduation Requirements Disciplines
Bishop Gorman offers a wide
College Prep
Honors
Scholars
English
4
4
4
Math
3*
4
4
Science
3
4
4
Social Studies
3
3
3
curriculum including 26 Honors
Religious Studies
4
4
4
courses, 6 Scholars courses and
World Languages
2
3
3
Fine Arts
1
1
1
Health
.5
.5
.5
courses. A complete listing of our
Computer
.5
.5
.5
PE
2
2
2
course offerings is available on
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26
Total Credits
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* Four years of math required for Millennium Scholarship.
variety of courses and electives within our college preparatory
14 Advanced Placement (AP)
our website.
SAMPLE FRESHMAN SCHEDULE Period 1
7:30 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
English 1
Period 2
8:30 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.
Spanish 1
Period 3
9:25 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Algebra 1 Honors
Period 4
10:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Health (1st semester) Cultural Geography (2nd semester)
Lunch
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Study Period
11:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Period 5
12:05 pm - 12:55 pm
Old Testament (1st semester) Catholic Christianity (2nd semester)
Period 6
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Biology 1 Honors
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Preparing Gaels Theatre Guild • 2012 Nevada Thespian State Competition Bishop Gorman was awarded 7 State Championship titles in group Musical Theatre,
Duet Musical Theatre, Solo Musical Theatre, Duet Acting and Stage Management • Bishop Gorman was also honored with both
Theatre Teacher of the Year and Technical
Theatre Student of the Year from the State of Nevada • 2012 International Thespian Festival and
Competition Bishop Gorman received the National Championship for Duet Acting and
was showcased in the National Individual Events Showcase in Lincoln, Nebraska
Associated Student Government (ASG) • ASG was recognized as a 2012 NASC National Gold Council of Excellence
We the People • In our 5th year of competing in this contest which enhances students’ understanding of American constitutional democracy, our team won 1st place in the Third Congressional District and placed 3rd in the state level competition.
Journalism • Our student newspaper, The Lance, won 3 Las Vegas Review-Journal High School Journalism Awards, including Best Newspaper
Speech and Debate
(Reduced Format), Best Page One Design
• For the 2011-2012 school year two students qualified to compete at the National Forensics League National Tournament
(Reduced Format) and 2012 Review Journal Most Valuable Staff Award
2011 - 2012 Academic Accomplishments •
Two National Merit Finalist and four National Merit Commended Students
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(2011 report) 17 AP Scholars, 14 AP Scholars with Honor, 18 AP Scholar with Distinction, 1 State AP Scholar and two National AP Scholars
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Three Certificate of Merit for the Nevada Prize Exam in High School Mathematics
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Three students qualified as scholar finalists in the National Hispanic Recognition Program
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One National Achievement Scholar
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Class of 2012 received over $14 million in scholarship awards
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for success Parent Academic Council The purpose of the PAC is to act as the liaison between parents and the Administration in an effort to facilitate constructive and interactive communication on academic matters.
Counseling and Guidance Counselors meet with students to assist in choosing courses, track academic progress and help students meet the challenges presented in class.
SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Bishop Gorman coordinates summer internships for qualified students between their junior and senior years, providing insight into possible career paths.
The Learning Center Offers an adaptive, comfortable learning environment to assist students with diagnosed learning disabilities succeed in a rigorous college preparatory setting.
College Counseling Office Full time college counselor provides information to students and their parents regarding SAT/ACT testing, on-campus college visits and financial-aid/scholarship information.
Naviance Family Connection A web based program designed to help students navigate every aspect of the college admission process, Naviance allows students to take a personality assessment and interest inventory, access a career database, research potential colleges, build a college resume, create a college list and see how they compare to other students from Bishop Gorman who have previously applied to the same college.
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Student CLASSES Regular days:
Block Days:
7:30 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.
8:00 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.
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Six 50-minute class periods
• No study halls
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Five-minute passing periods
• Block Days alternate periods 1,2,3
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Four different lunch periods
one day and periods 4,5,6 the next
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Twenty minute study hall
PLEASE NOTE: Thursday classes begin at 8AM and end at 1:50PM
Beyond the books The Beyond the Books lecture series is a life skills program including topics not typically covered in a traditional classroom: •
Credit / Investments
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Dealing with Peers
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Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills
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The Dangers of Texting and Driving
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The College Application
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life
Hammes Campus Store For All Your Gael Gear! • Uniforms
• Spirit t-shirts
• Sweatshirts
• Jackets
• Caps
• Hats
• Decals
• Mugs
• Parent / Alumni Spirit Items
Textbooks are purchased ONLINE www.bishopgorman.org/campus store and shipped directly to your home! Summer Enrichment •
Offers students the flexibility to complete classes during a summer program
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Course offerings include Theology, social studies, art, PE, dance and health
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Online and onsite courses are available
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Semester credit awarded for each course
Spirit Weeks & Pep Assemblies Dances and Socials •
Homecoming
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Sadie Hawkins
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Prom
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Home football game socials
Field Trips •
Getty Museum in Los Angeles
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Regional Justice Center
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UNLV Cadaver Lab
Travel Opportunities •
BGHS European Adventure
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College Excursion
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Utah Theatre Thespian trip
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OREGON Oregon State University University of Oregon University of Portland University of Puget Sound Western Oregon University
CALIFORNIA Academy of Art Azusa Pacific University Biola University California Lutheran University California State University, Chico California State University, Fresno California Polytechnic State University Chapman University Loyola Marymount University Marymount College Occidental College Pepperdine University Saint Mary’s College of California San Diego Christian College San Diego Mesa College San Diego State University San Francisco State University San Jose State University Santa Barbara City College Santa Clara University Stanford University University of California at Berkeley University of California at Davis University of California at Irvine University of California at Los Angeles University of California at Merced University of California at San Diego University of California at Santa Barbara University of California at Santa Cruz University of Redlands University of San Diego University of San Francisco University of Southern California Vanguard University of Southern California
HAWAII University of Hawaii at Manoa Hawaii Pacific University
IDAHO Boise State University Northwest Nazarene University The College of Idaho
MONTANA Carroll College University of Great Falls Montana State University, Bozeman Montana State University, Billings The University of Montana, Missoula
NORTH DAKOTA University of North Dakota
IOWA The University of Iowa
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ege Acceptance Map WISCONSIN Marquette University
INDIANA Butler University Indiana State University Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology University of Notre Dame
ILLINOIS Columbia College DePaul University Loyola University Chicago Northwestern University University of Chicago University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Illinois at Chicago
OHIO Case Western Reserve University The Ohio State University Ohio University Miami University, Oxford
MICHIGAN MI State University Northern MI University Eastern MI University
NEW HAMPSHIRE Dartmouth University
MASSACHUSETTS Boston University University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth Dean College
VERMONT Landmark College
CONNECTICUT Western Connecticut State University
PENNSYLVANIA Pennsylvania State University, University Park University of Pittsburgh Gwynedd-Mercy College
KENTUCKY University of Kentucky Western Kentucky University
MARYLAND Johns Hopkins University Loyola University, Maryland
MISSOURI Northwest Missouri State University Saint Louis University University of Missouri, Columbia
WASHINGTON, DC American University Catholic University of America George Washington University
TENNESSEE Vanderbilt University King College
SOUTH CAROLINA University of South Carolina Coastal Carolina University
VIRGINIA Hampton University
NORTH CAROLINA Duke University University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Mount Olive College
MISSISSIPPI University of Mississippi University of Southern Mississippi Mississippi State University LOUISIANA Louisiana State University Loyola University New Orleans Southeastern Louisiana University Tulane University University of Louisiana, Monroe
NEW YORK Fordham University Hofstra University Ithaca College New York University St. John’s University, Queens Campus The King’s College
FLORIDA Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Florida International University Miami-Dade College - North Campus University of Florida University of Miami
GEORGIA University of Georgia Morehouse College ALABAMA Alabama A&M University University of Alabama Huntingdon College
* This is just a sampling of the schools where Bishop Gorman’s Class of 2012 was accepted.
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Faith
&
Co
Liturgy
For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the death of the Lord until he comes. (1 Corinthians 11:26) 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. It is part of every student’s community service requirement to work at Matthew’s Closet at least once.
Matthew 25 Board Our student-governed Matthew 25 Board meets regularly to review applications from social service agencies who request monetary and volunteer assistance. This board determines who receives support from the Mite Box collection, which is taken up in every classroom and office throughout
Theology Classes
the school on a weekly basis. Over $40,000 was
Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope. (1 Peter 3:15)
collected and awarded to those in need during the 2011-2012 school year.
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ommunity To teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to create a community where service is valued and celebrated are essential components of Bishop Gorman’s Mission. In addition to our Theology curriculum, monthly Eucharistic celebrations and retreat program, Bishop Gorman is committed to creating an environment where service to the poor and disenfranchised is valued and integrated into the daily life of all. Bishop Gorman requires every student to complete at least 100 hours of service during their four years.
Retreats
But Jesus withdrew to the wilderness and prayed. (Luke 5:16)
Christian Service
If a brother or sister has nothing to wear and has no food for the day, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, keep warm, and eat well,” but you do not give them the necessities of the body, what good is it? So also faith of itself, if it does not have works, is dead. (James 2:15-17) 13
Activities GET INVOLVED! With 29 different clubs and organizations for our students to belong there is truly something for everyone at Bishop Gorman!
Clubs and Societies Academic Society Art Club ASG ASL Club Best Buddies Chess Club Creative Writing Club Cyber Patriots Environmental Club Equestrian Club French Club French Honor Society Gaels Guitar Club Gaels Theatre Guild Latin Club Medical Society Micro Bank Mock Trial Mu Alpha Theta National Art Honor Society
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Clubs and Societies, cont. National Honor Society National Science Honor Society Photography Club Pre Law Club Science Club Spanish National Honor Society Speech & Debate Tri-Music Honor Society Varsity Quiz Worship Choir
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Creating 84 State Championships in 58 Years While we take great pride in our tradition of excellence, the goal of Bishop Gorman High School athletics is to provide student-athletes the opportunity to test their physical and mental skills in a competitive arena, with an emphasis on sportsmanship, skill development, teamwork, and physical fitness. Our student-athletes compete at the 4A level of the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association.
taking it to the next level NCAA Liason and Counselor Mr. Grant Rice, also the assistant athletic director and head men’s varsity basketball coach, serves as our liason with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). He is available to advise and direct all students who wish to continue participating in sports on the college level, and assists student-athletes with NCAA eligibility as well as NCAA Clearinghouse forms. Forty-two student athletes in the class of 2012 signed to compete in athletics at the college level. Of those, twenty-four are headed to division 1 schools.
2011-2012 Athletic Achievements •
Women’s Tennis 4A State Champions
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Women’s Bowling: 4A Academic State Champions
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Football 4A State Champions (3-Peat and ranked in the Top 10 in the nation)
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42 Athletic Scholarships received by senior athletes
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Men’s Basketball 4A State Champions (Ranked in the Top 10 in the nation)
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Women’s Soccer 4A State Champions
Joey Gallo: Nevada 4A Baseball Gatorade Player of the Year, Las Vegas Review Journal State Player of the Year, Louisville Slugger National Player of the Year, National High School Coaches Association Player of the Year
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Cheerleading Grand Champions
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Women’s Swimming & Diving 4A State Champions (3-peat)
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Baseball 4A State Champions (7th Consecutive Title and ranked #1 in the nation)
Shabazz Muhammad: Nevada 4A Basketball Gatorade Player of the Year, Las Vegas Review Journal State Player of the Year, Naismith National Player of the Year, Morgan Wooten McDonald’s National Player of the Year, Parade Magazine National Player of the Year
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Men’s Cross Country: 4A Academic State Champions (Back to Back)
Shaquille Powell: Nevada 4A Football Gatorade Player of the Year, Las Vegas Review Journal State Player of the Year
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Women’s Soccer: 4A Academic State Champions
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Haley Wingender: Nevada 4A Soccer Gatorade Player of the Year
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legacies
Fall SpoRts
WinteR SpoRts
SpRing SpoRts
Cheerleading
Basketball
Baseball
Cross Country
Bowling
Golf (m)
Football
Cheerleading
Lacrosse
Golf (w)
Wrestling
Soccer
Softball Swimming & Diving
Tennis
Track
Volleyball (w)
Volleyball (m)
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The gael community Once a Gael Always a Gael
Ask anyone that has been associated with Bishop Gorman High School over the past 58 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! For more information on our traditions and BGHS community visit our website at www.bishopgorman.org or contact the Advancement office at 702-476-4032.
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Become a gael Open House Sunday, November 18, 2012 Middle
school students and their families are invited to spend a few hours with us to meet our faculty and students and learn
more about what we have to offer.
Placement Exam Saturday, December 1, 2012 Make-up Placement Exam Saturday, January 12, 2013 All 8th
grade students that take the
Placement Exam (on
either date) are given first consideration for admission.
Shadow Days October through April Any 8th
grade or transfer student is invited to spend a day on our campus.
knowledge of what it means to be a
With
a current student as their guide, they will gain first-hand
GAEL.
Campus Tours Mondays @ 8am, Wednesdays @ 10am, Fridays @ Noon Tours
last approximately
45
minutes and provide an overview of our campus.
Admission Policies and Requirements Entrance Requirements for all incoming freshman students: • A 2.0 GPA or better in 7th and 8th grades • A stanine level of 4 or above on the Placement Exam or any national exam • A good disciplinary and attendance record
Entrance requirements for all incoming transfer students: • A 2.75 cumulative GPA in core classes (math, science, English, social studies and foreign language) • Sufficient course credit levels • A good disciplinary and attendance record
Reservations
are required.
Tuition Assistance • More than $1,000,000 was awarded in Financial Assistance for the 2012-2013 school year • 40% of our students receive aid • Tuition assistance is available for families that qualify. Parents must complete an online application and be verified by February 28th, 2013, 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 first awards. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA and an excellent disciplinary record.
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.
Tuition rates for 2012-2013: $12,100 or $10,700 for the Catholic Parish Rate
Non-Refundable Fees New Student Fee (one-time): $500 Registration Fee (annual): $500 Graduation Fee (seniors only): $150 Additional Costs Textbooks – varies based on class schedule Uniform clothing – varies based on selections
Application fee: $50 International application fee: $200
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.”
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1. G Tower
11. Timothy N. Poster Black Box Theater
2. Kenneth J. Sullivan Jr. Administration Building
12. Tiberti Student Commons
3. Our Lady of Lourdes Alumni Chapel
13. St. Viator Senior Plaza
4. Christ The Teacher Tower
14. Ralph and Betty Engelstad House of Glory
5. Ralph and Betty Engelstad Information
15. Auxiliary Gym
Media and Educational Technology Center
16. Victor Park
6. Etter Family Mathematics Wing
17. Renee and Tony Marlon Tennis Complex
7. Wiegand Science Center
18. Cashman Field
8. Diane Bigelow Humanities Wing
19. Softball Field
9. Ensign Fine Arts Wing
20. William Boyd Family Sports Hall of Fame Park
10. Jim House of Performing Arts
21. Fertitta Field
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Note: Recent campus expansions are not depicted on this map. South of “21” is the newly completed Athletic Training Center and currently under construction is our North expansion project. This addition, north of “6, 7 and 12”, will be completed in Fall 2013. See page 3 for more details.
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BISHOP GORMAN
HIGH SCHOOL DIOCESE OF LAS VEGAS
5959 s. hualapai way Las vegas, nv 89148 702.732.1945
www.bishopgorman.org
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