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An Incoming Freshman’s Guide to Bishop Gorman High School
July 2013
To the Freshman Class of 2017: On behalf of Bishop Joseph Pepe, President John Kilduff, and the entire faculty and staff of BGHS, I want to extend to you a warm welcome to Bishop Gorman High School. The next four years of your life will be an exciting time as you move from simply being a teenager to becoming a young adult. Bishop Gorman is a wonderful place not only for forming young minds in a college preparatory environment, but also for allowing students to grow spiritually and emotionally. I would offer a few words of wisdom as you enter high school: 1. Remember that high school “counts” from Day 1. From an academic perspective, all of your grades matter as you prepare for college. Work hard from the moment you enter the hallways of Gorman to rise to your academic potential. The harder you push yourself in high school, the more doors will be opened to you in college and beyond. 2. Get involved! Do everything you can to become involved in a co-curricular activity whether it be athletics, fine arts, academic contests, or clubs. The more you involve yourself with the BGHS community, the more it will feel like your family and your home. 3. Advocate for yourself. High school is about growing up in many ways. One important skill you need to learn is to ask for help when you need it. Your teachers, counselors, deans, and principals are here to help you – but they cannot read minds! Your willingness to let them know where you need additional assistance will help them with their vocations as educators which will in turn help you to be more successful. Above all, I would ask that you place your high school journey at the feet of the Lord Jesus in prayer. Ask for the wisdom of the Holy Spirit over the next four years – that you may begin to discern who and what God is calling you to be. I look forward to seeing all of you in August, and again, welcome to Bishop Gorman!
Kevin P. Kiefer Principal
Frosh Orientat ion August 15th & 16th!
With Link Crew, students help students succeed. Your very first day on campus, you’ll take part in our Link Crew orientation where you’ll have fun, meet new friends and get to know upperclassmen who will show you the ropes for a successful high school experience.
Things To Remember: 8/15 8/16
• Orientation is from 7:30am - 1:50pm • Dress in your BGHS uniform • Lunch will be provided • You don’t need to bring anything else with you
• Orientation is from 7:30am - 1:50pm • Dress in your BGHS uniform • Bring your own lunch • Bring your books to put in your locker
Enjoy your summer... we can’t wait to meet you! TO DO: Attend Freshman Parent Night Feeling overwhelmed? Have questions? Want to meet other Freshman Parents? Be sure to put this on your schedule!
August 15th 6pm in the Gym