Bishop Gorman High School Open House Program, October 21, 2018

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Bishop Gorman

10 WAYS TO DISCOVER BISHOP GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE PROGRAM OCTOBER 21, 2018

Stop by different parts of our campus and receive a stamp for each place you visit.

See how many you can mark off and redeem this stamp card at the Advancement Table in the Gym when you are done for a special Bishop Gorman gift!

STEM OR HUMANITIES

See what two or more departments in STEM or Humanities (see pages 6-11) are learning this year.

RESOURCES

See how Campus Ministry, our Counseling Department, 1:1 iPad program, Library and Learning Center can round out a BGHS education. (Pages 11-13)

PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS

Our Performing, Visual and Communicative Arts are busy today! See pages 14-17 for more information on how to see them in action.

BONUS VISITS

Visiting more than one area from a section above? Keep track of them here!

#1: Campus Tours

Campus Tours Interested in touring our campus?

Guided tours will be available throughout the Open House program. Meet in front of the Our Lady of Lourdes Alumni Chapel to begin your tour. If you see something you like, feel free to pursue that and join another passing tour behind you when you’re ready to move on!

Athletic Training Center “ATC” Tours Visit our Athletic Training Center to see our state-of-the-art weight room and see where our student athletes train.

The ATC also houses Ryan Hall on the second floor for meetings and social gatherings, as well as a nutrition center and lecture hall.

ATC Tours will depart from the Activity Foyer, located between the Theatre and Main Gym.

Collect Stamps and Redeem for your

Gael Gift!

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Bishop Gorman

Welcome to Bishop Gorman!

We’re excited for you to visit our campus and want you to have the full Bishop Gorman experience at Open House. Look over what interests you and see how many different areas of our campus you can visit. Discovering each area or department will earn you a stamp. When you’re ready, turn this in to the Advancement table in the Gymnasium to redeem your special Bishop Gorman gift!

Bishop Gorman High School opened in 1954 and for over 60 years has provided students with an unparalleled college preparatory environment in a setting distinguished by Catholic values. We have guided thousands of students in finding their path, and look forward to demonstrating the opportunities that Bishop Gorman has to offer your family.

As you visit with members of our community, our hope is that you see how we incorporate our values of God, Accountability, Excellence, Leadership and Stewardship in all that we do.

Don’t forget to stop by the Hammes Campus Store to view our new student uniform options and see other exciting spirit gear for the whole family.

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ATHLETIC TRAINING CENTER (ATC) RYAN HALL (2ND FLOOR)

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ATC Tours begin in the Activity Foyer

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STEM

#2: STEM Courses

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College Preparatory Academics

Did you know?

Members of our Science National Honor Society provide peer tutoring throughout the school year.

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At Bishop Gorman High School, we pride ourselves on the ability for students to find academic rigor in a faith-based environment. Utilizing available programs and our academic services helps maximize a student’s potential and gives them the opportunity to discover a path unique to them, while preparing them for higher learning.

STEM COURSES

Interested in classes pertaining to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math? Our STEM departments are available for you to visit and ask about the different class levels we offer.

Biology, Health, Human Physiology Room 320 Stop by to see what our Biology, Health and Human Physiology students have been up to. You’ll see projects that our students have been busy with, see our students construct a disarticulated skeleton and learn what these programs are all about.

Chemistry and Physics Room 317 Guests can drop in throughout the afternoon to see a double replacement reaction demonstration and to see the Van de Graaff generator in action.

Don’t know what a Van de Graaff generator is? Stop by to see it and find out what else is electrifying our students this year.

Computer Graphics and Computer Programming Room 208 Stop by to get your questions on our computer programming classes answered and see students working on programmable robots used in competitions with other schools.

Mathematics Student Commons E-texts and online homework platforms are a large part of the Bishop Gorman experience. If you’re wondering what that looks like in the Math Department, our teachers can demonstrate how students engage during daily lessons in the classroom.

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - How does my student choose which Science classes to take each year?

- What does it take to join the Robotics team at BGHS? - What is a typical Math class progression over the course of four years?

- How do BGHS students perform on the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus and Statistics exams?

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HUMANITIES

#3: Humanities Courses

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College Preparatory Academics

Did you know?

Our summer Language Immersion Program allows students to spend time experiencing the culture of Spain while earning academic credit.

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HUMANITIES COURSES

We want you to challenge yourself and create an academic schedule that interests you and propels you to higher education. With a variety of college prep and advanced placement (AP) courses available, our students find themselves well-prepared for their future endeavors. See what our Humanities courses have to offer:

English Student Commons Literature comes alive: join the English Department for a literary party. There will be refreshments, costumes, readings, fun and answers. Teachers can answer questions about the difference between English 1 College Prep, English 1 Honors, and English 1 Scholars. Also, teachers can talk about department goals, curriculum, and their love of literature and writing.

Social Studies Room 111 What History, Economics and Government classes do our students find themselves in? Social Studies faculty members will walk visitors through the course offerings and expectations. Ask about Advanced Placement (AP) offerings in our Social Studies classes!

World Languages Room 105 Hola! Bonjour! Join the World Languages Department to learn more about our language curriculum, honor societies, and the language immersion trip our students took to Spain this summer.

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QUESTIONS TO ASK: - How do students get placed in their freshmen English classes?

- What is the difference between AP English during your junior and senior years?

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - What are some activities that Rho Kappa is involved in?

- What is a natural progression of required Social Studies classes?

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - Can a student take French if he or she has never taken it before?

- What kind of cultural immersion activities did students participate in when traveling to Spain this summer?

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faith

#4: Faith-based education

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A Faith-based Learning Environment

Did you know?

Over $70,000 was raised during Mite Box collections throughout the 2017-2018 school year, and subsequently distributed by our student-run Matthew 25 Board to those in need in the Las Vegas Valley.

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Theology Visit to find out about the Theology program and course options, and learn about some of the exciting ways that our Theology teachers are supporting and enlivening the Christian mission of the school. Through an innovative blending of traditional Catholic theological instruction alongside direct Christian ministry, our students are living and learning the Gospel on a daily basis.

Sample texts and syllabi will be available to preview and Theology faculty will be on hand to answer any and all questions!

Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - What kind of lessons do Theology 1 and Theology 2 teach?

- What if I have never taken a Theology class before?

Our Theology Department can also answer questions about our Philosophy Club and Theology Honor Society.

Campus Ministry

Stop by to learn more about how you and your child can become involved in one of our Campus Ministry programs. Information will be available regarding Quest, Kairos and class retreats, liturgy involvement, the Campus Ministry Leadership Team and our community service program.

Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel QUESTIONS TO ASK: - What is the Mite Box program?

- What is the difference between the Quest and Kairos retreats?

Our Campus Ministers can also answer questions on the student-run Matthew 25 Board.

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#5: Resources

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Your Potential

Counseling Library Our guidance counselors will be available to explain how they QUESTIONS TO ASK: successfully guide BGHS students in - How is the Placement Exam for finding their path. If you have questions freshmen used in placement of regarding class placement, summer classes? enrichment, testing or anything else pertaining to your child’s academic - When do college-bound students future, plan to stop by. participate in the College Application camp?

Our college counselor will also be available to answer questions regarding college planning as well as Naviance, a web-based program designed to help students navigate every aspect of the college admission process.

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Information Media & Educational Technology (IMET) Center In the Bishop Gorman IMET Center Library, students have access to a QUESTIONS TO ASK: broad and multi-faceted collection - How can a student best utilize the that includes some of the most library when writing a research paper? reputable electronic databases and - Can you tell me about the digital eReference libraries available, as well resources available to students? as numerous print, electronic, fiction and nonfiction choices.

While visiting, learn how our library staff prepares our students for college with our extensive, electronic research collection, utilizing library offerings and how our staff teaches BGHS students proper source acknowledgment.

1:1 iPad Program Library See how the digital age has positively transformed the way we offer QUESTIONS TO ASK: education! Visit with our Director of - How might a Math class utilize iPads Instructional Technology to find out during instruction? about our 1:1 iPad program and how the use of technology enhances the educational programs available to our students. Teachers from different departments will be available to demonstrate the platforms used regularly for instruction.

The Learning Center Library Conference Room Our Learning Center offers services for students with diagnosed mild learning QUESTIONS TO ASK: differences. A variety of options - How can my student benefit for assistance are available to help from the Learning Center if testing students experience success in a accommodations are needed? college-preparatory curriculum. Stop by to meet the Learning Center staff or to receive a tour of the Learning Center spaces.

LEARNING CENTER TOURS WILL START IN THE LIBRARY CONFERENCE ROOM AND WILL BE AVAILABLE AT 1:30 P.M. AND AGAIN AT 2:15 P.M.

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ARTS

#6: Performing & Visual Arts

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Your Passion

Did you know?

Our Gaels Theatre Guild is nationally recognized with State and National Championships in Acting, Musical Theatre, Technical Theatre and travels to the Utah Shakespeare Festival and Tuacahn Center For the Arts every year.

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PERFORMING ARTS 12:50 pm – 1:45 pm

Main Entrance Members of the Varsity Band will be in uniform at the main entrance playing pep music from their repertoire.

1:10 pm – 1:40 pm

Theatre Scenes will be presented from our Fall Arts Festival production of The Dancer’s Story: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. While Alice dances in the contemporary style as she magically grows and shrinks throughout her adventure in Wonderland, the other characters express their madness through the various dance styles of modern, pointe, musical theatre, swing, the circus arts, hip hop, tap, country 2-step, sign language and even belly dance! Students interested in both performance and technical theatre are encouraged to attend as this production is filled with original choreography and technical wonders!

1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

Room 108 Members of the BGHS Student Orchestra will be performing and be available to answer questions about the Tri-Music Honor Society.

1:55 pm – 2:25 pm

Theatre Advanced Theatre & Theatre Practicum will present various acting pieces as well as invite students to participate in improv games! Director of the Gaels Theatre Guild, Ms. Ferrante-Martin, will be available to answer any questions regarding the International Thespian Society Academic Honors program.

2:40 pm – 2:50 pm

Theatre Gaels Theatre Guild presents highlights from their mini-musical revue, NEWSIES!!

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - What different instrumental music options do students have?

- Are there competitions for students interested in the performing arts?

- What does the summer Thespian trip to Lincoln, Nebraska entail?

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#6: Performing & Visual Arts

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Your Passion

BGTV Studio and Control Room Black Box Visitors will have the opportunity to see how our students gain hands-on Broadcast Media experience producing all aspects QUESTIONS TO ASK: of their own weekly television show. Come - How often does BGTV air? and see where students learn to direct live multi-camera telecasts, as well as edit news packages and short films.

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VISUAL ARTS Whether you already love creating artwork or want to try something new, find out about our Visual Arts program by visiting the rooms noted below and our clubs located in the gym: Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, 2D Design Ceramics, 3D Design

Students will be working on various projects during Open Studio.

Visitors will be able to see the range of approaches, technical abilities, and artistic vision of our amazing visual art students!

Members of National Art Honor Society and Art Club will be on hand to answer any questions about extra-curricular activities fueled by our creative energy.

Room 117 Room 110

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - Who can take part in the Memory Project, a program that organizes art students to provide portraits to orphans in needy areas?

- Can you tell me more about the co-curricular trip with the Science Department?

Black and White Photography Darkroom Visitors to the darkroom will have an opportunity to view student work, speak with students and instructors and learn about the photography program offered at Bishop Gorman.

Digital Photography

Room 206 / Library Digital Photo students will be QUESTIONS TO ASK: working on current class projects, or their own self-driven photo projects. - What programs or techniques do you Students may currently be enrolled learn in Digital Photography? in Photo 2 (Introduction to Digital - What kind of activities do students from Photography), Photo 3 (Advanced Photography Club take part in?

Digital Photography), or a member of this year’s Photography Club.

Please visit and enjoy the artwork we’re creating and see what photo processing techniques students are utilizing.

Yearbook

Room 206 / Library Students from our Yearbook classes will be available to answer questions and show pieces of the year-long process of creating our yearbook publication, The Archive.

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Activities

#7: Activities

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Your Passion

ACTIVITIES Students involved in extracurricular activities receive more out of their high school experience. With over 40 different clubs and organizations in which our students can participate, there is truly something for everyone to help students discover and grow their passions.

Visit all of these clubs in the Main Gym, unless otherwise noted.

American Sign Language Aquinas Theology Honor Society Best Buddies Board Game Club Dance Team Environmental Club Gael2Gael Gaels of Justice Investment Club Jewelry Club Latin Club Live Action Role Playing (LARP) Medical Society Micro Bank Mock Trial National Honor Society Philosophy Club Science Club Science National Honor Society Shine A Light Speech & Debate/Model UN Varsity Quiz Yoga

Did you know?

Last year our Mock Trial team won another State Championship and subsequently traveled to the National Mock Trial Competition and the Yale Mock Trial Bulldog Invitational Tournament.

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Book Club ................................................................................ Student Commons Ceramics Club ........................................................................ Room 110 Chorus/Worship Choir ............................................................ Theatre Creative Writing Club ............................................................. Student Commons Film Club .................................................................................. Room 117 French National Honor Society ............................................. Room 105 Gaels Theatre Guild ................................................................ Theatre History Club .............................................................................. Room 111 Marching Band ....................................................................... Room 108 Mu Alpha Theta ...................................................................... Student Commons National Art Honor Society .................................................... Room 117 National English Honor Society ............................................. Student Commons Photography Club .................................................................. Room 206 Rho Kappa .............................................................................. Room 111 (Social Studies Honor Society) Robotics Club .......................................................................... Room 208 Rom Com ................................................................................ Student Commons Spanish National Honor Society ............................................ Room 105 Tri-Music Honor Society .......................................................... Room 108

QUESTIONS TO ASK: - What are the time commitments of your club?

- What kind of leadership positions are available through your club?

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#8: Athletics

ATHLETICS The athletic facilities at Bishop Gorman High School are second to none with dedicated fields for most athletic teams. 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, with a versatile meeting and event space on the second floor that overlooks Fertitta Field.

Visit all of these sports teams in the Auxiliary Gym and see below for information on ATC tours.

Fall Season: Cheerleading Cross Country (Women’s) Cross Country (Men’s) Football Golf (Women’s) Soccer (Women’s) Soccer (Men’s) Tennis (Men’s) Tennis (Women’s) Volleyball (Women’s) Winter Season: Basketball (Women’s) Basketball (Men’s) Bowling Cheerleading Flag Football Wrestling Spring Season: Baseball Golf (Men’s) Lacrosse (Women’s) Lacrosse (Men’s) Softball Swimming & Diving Track & Field Volleyball (Men’s) ATHLETIC TRAINING CENTER: Interested in a tour of our Athletic Training Center (ATC)?

Tours will be ongoing, starting in the Activity Foyer, between the Gym and the Theater.

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#9: Legacy

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Our Legacy

Bishop Gorman is a tight-knit community of students, parents, alumni and friends who have influenced the fabric of this community for decades. We are proud of our humble beginnings, accomplishments and contributions to the Las Vegas Valley. Once you make a commitment to Bishop Gorman, we make a commitment to your family to support you through not only high school, but long after you have graduated. Yes, all of our parents are Gaels, too!

Did you know?

Over 15% of Bishop Gorman students have an alumni connection!

Advancement & Alumni Main Gym Are you a Bishop Gorman High School alum or have someone in your family who is? Members of our Advancement team can shed light on the different events we have throughout the year, whether you are an alum or not. Ask how Homecoming went just a few weeks ago, or about our annual Golf Classic and our Wine Tasting event in May. Internships

Main Gym Partnering with organizations in the fields of business, banking, law, medicine, engineering, broadcast journalism, marketing, design and more, this program offers Bishop Gorman students a first-hand look into a career field of interest during the summer prior to their senior year. Stop by to find out how your student can benefit from this popular program.

Did you know?

Approximately 20 businesses from around the Las Vegas Valley participate in our Internship Program!

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Admissions

#10: Admissions

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Our Legacy

Shadow Days Want to know more about what happens on a regular school day for our students? Shadow Days are an opportunity for prospective students to spend the day with a current Bishop Gorman student to experience the normal flow of a regular school day.

Tours Have a family member or friend that couldn’t come today? Our Admissions Office has ongoing tours throughout the year. See available dates online and sign up for a tour that fits your schedule.

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Don’t Forget!

Redeem your stamp card at the front of this program at the Advancement table for your special Gael gift!

Admissions and Tuition Assistance Session 1:45 pm

Lecture Hall 325

Our Admissions Director and Director of Finance will host an information session and short Q&A regarding the admissions process, what it takes to apply to Bishop Gorman and explain the process of applying for tuition assistance. See the back of this program for important dates to remember during this admissions season.

To submit your Application for Admission, participate in Shadow Day, or attend a Campus Tour,

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BISHOPGORMAN.ORG/ADMISSIONS Tuition Assistance An investment in Bishop Gorman is an investment in your student’s education and ultimately, their future. Making this investment affordable may mean applying for tuition assistance.

Tuition assistance is available for families that qualify. Parents must complete an online application and be verified by February 15, 2019, to be considered for the first award review. Awards are based on demonstrated need and the availability of funds.

Did you know?

Over $1,000,000 in need-based tuition assistance was awarded to 30% of students during the 2017-2018 school year.

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DATES TO REMEMBER Below are key dates to remember during this school year, whether you are applying during this admissions season or in the future.

November 3 Priority Placement Exam (available to all Partner School 9th grade applicants) December 8

Placement Exam for 9th grade applicants

December 21

Priority Student Decisions mailed

January 12

Placement Exam for 9th grade applicants

February 1

Priority Student Deadline for deposit

February 15

Deadline for Bishop Gorman Tuition Assistance

Mid-March

Admissions decisions for incoming 9th grade applicants mailed

Mid-March

Tuition Assistance decisions mailed

March 18-22

Registration week for new, accepted students

April 5

Increased Registration Fee for 1st pool of applicants

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