Be Part of the Gibbons Experience.

Tuition and Registration Fee

Tuition per child (Grades 9-11) $13,000.00

Tuition per child (Grade 12. Includes Graduation Fees) $13,300.00

Registration fee (Non-refundable) $550.00

All new families are required to set up a FACTS Tuition Management Account.

It is the policy of the ADOM that all families complete a Tuition Agreement form with the school. This document will be provided at registration.

There are 10 tuition payments billed from July through April. The first tuition payment of the academic year is due on or prior to July 1st, and all payments must be paid through FACTS. Tuition begins in July and may be paid monthly, quarterly, bi-yearly or in full.

Financial Aid

Tuition Assistance:

State-Sponsored Tuition Assistance

Families may apply for need-based financial aid through the following State-Sponsored Programs:

1. Step-Up for Students (SUFS) www.stepupforstudents.org

2. Florida Private School Scholarship (AAA) www.aaascholarships.org

Students are only eligible to receive funding from either SUFS or AAA, not both. Please check SUFS and AAA websites for application deadlines/interest list.

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to notify Cardinal Gibbons of any official decisions received concerning SUFS and AAA, by presenting a valid award letter to the business office.

Cardinal Gibbons Tuition Assistance

Families may also apply for additional need-based financial aid through Cardinal Gibbons Tuition Assistance Program, FACTS Grant and Aid. http://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3TNs1

Families will be considered for the grant only if they have completed the following steps:

Cardinal Gibbons Tuition Assistance Steps

1. Activated FACTS Tuition Management Account, including payment plan and payment information.

2. Completed Cardinal Gibbons registration including $550 registration fee

3. Applied to a State Sponsored Tuition Assistance Program (SUFS or AAA) and received an award or denial.

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to notify Cardinal Gibbons of any official decisions received concerning SUFS and AAA in order to receive CG Tuition Assistance.

Additional Options:

Parishioner Tuition Reduction

Cardinal Gibbons wants to support those who support the Church and our Catholic mission. Active parishioners of the Church, who

support their parish and regularly attend Mass on both Sunday and Holy Days of Obligation, are eligible for a discretionary tuition reduction.

To verify that parents/guardians have been supporting members of their parish for the past year, it is the responsibility of the parent/ guardian to contact the parish in order to obtain proof of support. Once active parishioner status has been established and verified, the discount will be reflected on the FACTS account. No changes will be made to the 2023-2024 tuition rate after September 1st.

Sibling Reduction

Families with more than one student enrolled at Cardinal Gibbons for the designated school year are eligible for a multi-child reduction of $500 per child per school year.

Dress Code & Uniforms

Dress Code Overview:

• Students must wear a CG authorized polo shirt.

• The official uniform shoe is the Adidas sneaker. Male and female shoes are specific models and colors.

• Pants and shorts must be CG authorized in navy blue or khaki color. (Pants are required on mass days)

• Uniform shorts must be of appropriate length.

• Jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts and outerwear must be CG authorized.

• Students are allowed to wear their official athletic, class or club shirts on Friday’s with CG uniform pants/shorts and shoes.

• Students enrolled in Physical Education will need the official uniform shirt and shorts.

Ways to Purchase: CG CAMPUS STORE

(Uniform Polo Shirts, Shoes, PE & Outerwear)

The Campus store sells a wide range of approved dress code items, including apparel and gifts. The store is located in Building A, Room 101 and is open on school days (7:15 - 8:00am and 2:00pm2:25pm), and at various events throughout the school year. Please check the website for hours and updates. www.cghsfl.org / (954) 491-2900 ext. 191

RISSE BROTHERS SCHOOL UNIFORMS

(Uniform Shorts & Pants)

School uniforms are available through Risse Brothers. Risse offers online and in-store pick up.

Risse Brothers School Uniforms 386 SW 12th Avenue, Building #6 / Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 www.rissebrothers.com / (954) 360-7777

Career Readiness Pathways

Already have an idea of where you want your academic journey to take you? Pursue your passion and let one of our Career Readiness Programs help you get there! But no matter what path you choose to pursue at Cardinal Gibbons, you can be confident that the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired during your time with us will have prepared you to take on anything. For more information about Career Readiness Pathways, contact your school counselor.

Emergency Medical Technician

Develop life-saving skills and launch your career by earning an Emergency Medical Technician certification at Cardinal Gibbons. We’re proud to be the first private school in Broward County to offer this certification in partnership with Barry University. Through classroom instruction and field experience, you’ll learn from local healthcare workers and first responders. This program is ideal for students interested in becoming a firefighter, paramedic or emergency room medical technician, as well as those pursuing careers in the nursing, medical and biomedical fields.

Required Courses: Biology, Health, Anatomy and Physiology, Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Financial Technology

Prepare for your future in the dynamic field of finance through our Financial Technology, or FinTech, program. In our new Phil Smith Family Building, you’ll track global stocks, develop business plans and build a strong personal finance foundation. From investing strategies and business ethics to decision-making and problem-solving skills, FinTech courses will equip you with the knowledge you need to succeed in this exciting and evolving industry.

Required Courses: Principles of Business, Business Principles and Entrepreneurship, Financial Technology, Personal Finance, Dual Enrollment Introduction to Business

Digital Video Production

Video is all around us, and in our news production studio, you’ll create it. As a digital video production student, you’ll take projects from concept to completion using industrylevel studio and editing equipment. Then, you’ll strengthen your collaboration and public speaking skills by sharing your stories on the Cardinal Gibbons television network, CGTV. You’ll keep your classmates informed and connected while growing as a digital storyteller.

Required Courses: Digital Video Production I, II & III

Engineering

At Cardinal Gibbons, you won’t just learn about engineering, you’ll experience it— in our customized Innovation Lab. Part of the new Phil Smith Family Building, the Innovation Lab is specially designed to encourage student collaboration and facilitate practical applications of electrical, mechanical and structural engineering concepts. Enhance your critical-thinking skills as you build robots, configure computers and control circuits. Looking for even more hands-on experience? During weekly Robotics Club meetings, new and veteran club members work together to create robots for fun and for competition.

Required Courses: Principles of Engineering, Introduction to Engineering and Design, Physics, AP Physics

Computer Science

Computer science is a growing field that incorporates many industries. In fact, many colleges and universities require students to enroll in a computer science class. Through our coding and programming courses, available your freshman year through graduation, you’ll build problem solving, sequential thinking and computational thinking skills while collaborating with your peers in a student-led learning environment.

Required Courses: Coding I & II, Computer Programming I & II, Computer Science Discoveries, AP Computer Science Principles

Academic Programs and Support

For more information about academic programs or support, please contact the Office of Academics at academics@cghsfl.org.

Dual Enrollment with Barry University

Cardinal Gibbons has partnered with Barry University (BU) to teach dual enrollment (DE) classes on campus. The DE Program allows high school students to take college-level courses and receive college credit. Cardinal Gibbons teachers teach these courses, and the curriculum meets university criteria. These courses are (1) one semester each. In order to be eligible, students must have a weighted 3.5 GPA, earn a passing score on a college readiness test (SAT, ACT, or PERT), and must also meet course requirements. More information about the DE program is listed on the Cardinal Gibbons School website and the Barry University DE Website.

Student Mentoring Program

Cardinal Gibbons High School offers a Student Mentoring Program that has been developed to help students succeed through weekly mentoring and coaching. Students are assigned a peer or faculty mentor for the quarter. Mentoring consists of: organizational skills, communication with teachers, and goal development.

Links to Learning Peer Tutoring Program

Tutoring is offered through our Links to Learning Peer Tutoring Program at no cost. Students who need assistance with academic subject areas are encouraged to reach out for assistance. The program is organized by our National Honor Society.

F-Block

Our goal is to ensure we are meeting the needs of the whole child; therefore, we have designed a period that allows students an opportunity to grow personally and professionally beyond the classroom. F-Block is a student advisory period used to provide academic and social support during the school day without interrupting regular instructional time. Students have opportunities to participate in study hall sessions, collaborate with classmates on group projects, visit their school counselor, attend tutoring or mentoring in the Student Learning Center, receive assistance on a research paper or attend workshops in the Research & Writing Lab, attend club meetings, or visit the chapel for spiritual prayer and meditation. All school masses, pep rallies, or assemblies are also held during the F-Block. See what’s new at Cardinal Gibbons during F Block below!

Research & Writing Lab

The Research and Writing Lab hosts various workshops related to building writing skills and developing research essays. Students receive assistance from English teachers who are dedicated to reviewing, editing, proofreading, and providing feedback for student writing assignments, research papers, and college essays. And yes, this all takes place during F-Block!

Student Learning Center

The Student Learning Center provides individual and small group tutoring and mentoring with peers and teachers in various subject areas - English, Mathematics, Science, and World Languages.

Graduation Requirements

28 credits, 100 community service hours and a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of at least 2.0 are required for graduation.

DEPARTMENT

CREDITS

Theology 4.0 English Literature 4.0 Mathematics 4.0 Science (includes Biology) 3.0 Social Studies (includes Financial Literacy) 3.5 World Languages (includes 2 years at CGHS) 2.0 Physical Education and Health* 1.0 Fine Arts 1.0 Electives 5.0 Online Course 0.5

TOTAL CREDITS 28.0

Summer School

Summer School is for high school students seeking course advancement, remediation, or preparation. Summer School is held June 13-June 30 from 8:00am - 1:00pm. Several courses are offered for credit for incoming freshmen to advance, such as:

Beginning Band Survey of Marine Animals Writing Styles Honors Florida History Semantics

Accepted incoming freshmen who score below a 50% on the HSPT are required to attend summer classes in preparation for high school. Students required to take courses must enroll in the two courses listed in their acceptance packet. Mandatory Summer Classes include:

Language Arts Reading Skills Math Skills Algebraic Concepts

Summer Academy

Summer Academy is for rising 6-8th grade students interested in getting to know Cardinal Gibbons! We offer an array of courses for students interested in our digital video production (CGTV), fine arts (drama, music, and visual arts), or scholastic courses (mathematics, english, science, and social studies).