Values for Life
COMMUNITY ACADEMICS
REVERENCE
For more than 55 years, Carmel Catholic High School has continued a rich tradition of academic excellence. Founded in 1962, Carmel Catholic is jointly sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (BVM) and the Order of Carmelites (O.Carm.). As a Catholic college preparatory school, we strive to provide every opportunity for our students to succeed. Corsairs join a thriving community of more than 16,000 alumni that continue to lead lives of faith and service well beyond their high school years.
MISSION
ENTHUSIASM LEADERSHIP
As a school community, Carmel Catholic has a unique identity and set of charisms because of our Catholic, Carmelite and BVM identity. We are called to integrate our unique identity and charisms into how we approach our work and develop our relationships with one another. Living, working and making choices based in these values gives expression to our unique identity and charism.
“Carmel Catholic has provided me with the building blocks to make me the person I am now. The experiences, friendships, and lessons I have learned here have truly impacted my life forever. Carmel Catholic is the family that I know I can always come back to no matter what.” Aileen Hull ‘18
Why Choose CARMEL CATHOLIC? We are a safe, close-knit community comprised of 1,200 students. Building a sense of purpose in our students is at the heart of Carmel Catholic. Our school is grounded in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. We are one of two schools in the state and less than 10 nationwide to receive the prestigious Blue Ribbon School award by the U.S. Department of Education four times. Our students reach high levels of academic achievement. They are given every opportunity through extracurricular activities and athletic programs to excel as persons.
Our Students Excel CLASS OF 2018 100% graduation rate 99% college bound
On average, the Class of 2018 was awarded more
than $60,000 per graduate to be applied to their four-year undergraduate program.
1 National Merit Scholar 3 National Merit Finalists 8 National Merit Commended Students 101 Illinois State Scholars
“Carmel Catholic has been a place where I have been able to learn academically, socially, and spiritually through the loving community of teachers, staff, and fellow classmates.� Brianna Dufault
College Preparatory CURRICULUM Carmel Catholic is proud to provide a challenging curriculum which prepares students to excel at the college level. Each aspect of our academic program is designed to stimulate excellence. We strive to instill principles of hard work, self-discipline, and academic integrity.
Five-Year Average
87 Honors and 25 AP
ACT Score
Courses Offered
25.8
9 Dual Credit Courses Offered
Students have the opportunity to pursue college-level coursework and apply for dual credit. Expansive STEM program including an Engineering Program developed in partnership with Project Lead the Way. Business INCubator course offers students an authentic entrepreneurship experience where they have the opportunity to work collaboratively to create and fully develop their own product or service. Lake County’s first 1:1 student computing program at the high school level. We serve as a model school for technology integration and were recognized by Google in a case study for Google Apps for Education. Our technology integration facilitator assists teachers and students with incorporating technology into the classroom. View our curriculum guide at carmelhs.org/curriculum.
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Adoration
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Campus MINISTRY Embracing our Catholic identity and incorporating the core values of our founding orders, the Carmelites and BVMs, is at the heart of what we do. Our Campus Ministry program offers students daily opportunities for prayer and reflection. • • • • • • •
All-school Mass held at least once per month Annual retreat experience School liturgies Peer ministry Charity drives Stations of the Cross, Reconciliation, Taize prayer, Liturgy of the Hours Student-led services, including our 24-Hour Prayer Vigil for Life
Christian SERVICE Carmel Catholic believes that the spiritual growth students experience through ministry to others will lead to a lifetime commitment to service. All students participate in our Christian Service Program, which requires each student to perform 100 hours of service to the community over his or her four years at Carmel Catholic.
More than
42,366 hours of Christian service performed by our students last year.
Student SERVICES School counselors assist students with questions involving their academic life, career plans and college applications. Students are assigned a counselor for all four years of their Carmel Catholic journey. Open to all students, the Academic Resource Center (ARC) promotes student success by assisting students in specific course material. This support can include one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions, acquiring knowledge of study skills and strategies, and assisting students in improving their own learning and study skills. Both peer tutoring and adult tutoring are available. Our school psychologist supports students’ ability to succeed. Individual counseling and support groups are available to students. The Drop-In Center provides a confidential location students can visit at any time if they are in need of social or emotional support. The Serna Learning Resource Center serves students who have an active Individualised Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Accommodation Plan by offering assistance from certified learning resource specialists. The College and Career Resource Center helps students gain acceptance into some of the finest colleges and universities in the nation by guiding students and parents each step of the way.
175+ Universities Visit Our Campus Annually
Fine and PERFORMING ARTS Fine and Performing Arts education at Carmel Catholic is dedicated to nurturing young artists, performers, and designers. Our faculty encourages professional excellence and believes that all students benefit from involvement in fine arts courses. The Fine and Performing Arts Department offers a four-year program in the following areas of instruction: • • • • •
Choral music Dance Drama Instrumental music Visual art
Athletics More than 85% of Carmel Catholic students participate in interscholastic sports and intramural play. Each year, a number of students go on to play sports at the collegiate level. We have partnered with EFT Sports Performance, a world-class training program that caters to professional and collegiate/elite high school athletes. BOYS’ SPORTS Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field Volleyball Wrestling
GIRLS’ SPORTS Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Golf Gymnastics Lacrosse Poms/Dance Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field Volleyball
Clubs and ACTIVITIES The student experience is enhanced by a variety of activities outside the classroom, including clubs, dances, fundraisers, talent shows, and other social events. We strongly encourage all students to become involved in at least one extracurricular activity and in fact, most students participate in several.
Varsity Robotics Team
Placed 9th in the world in 2018.
ACADEMIC AND INTERSCHOLASTIC TEAMS Chess Team Math Team Mock Trial Scholastic Bowl WYSE Academic Team Youth & Government Club STUDENT COUNCIL & HONOR SOCIETIES Student Council French National Honor Society Latin National Honor Society Mu Alpha Theta National Business Honor Society National Honor Society National Chinese Honor Society Spanish National Honor Society Thespian Honor Society Tri-M Music Honor Society ACADEMIC CLUBS Art Club Business Club French Club Harbinger Club Latin Club Model United Nations at Carmel (MUNC) OUCH Club (Healthcare Careers) Penwasciz Health Careers Program Robotics Teams Spanish Club COMMUNITY CLUBS Bicycle Club Boosters Bowling Club DECAL (Deaf Culture and Language) Club Diversity Club Film Club Intramurals Orchesis PAWed (People for Animal Welfare and Education) Photography Club SERVICE-ORIENTED CLUBS Ambassadors Club Broadcast Club Environmental Club Right to Life Club Social Justice Club
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A variety of bus and train options are available. For the full list, visit carmelhs.org/transportation.
Investing In YOUR CHILD’S FUTURE We are committed to providing generous scholarships and tuition assistance to all qualified students. When you choose to invest in a Carmel Catholic education, you are investing in your child’s future. In fact, the amount of college scholarships and aid received by Carmel students often far outweighs the amount families paid in high school tuition.
1 in 4
We Award More Than $1.5
Students Receive
Million in
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
From Carmel
Each Year
Catholic
TUITION AND FEES Tuition for the 2018-19 school year is $12,100. There are additional fees for athletics, certain classes, course materials, and some clubs. We offer three payment plans. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Families applying for aid must complete a confidential financial assistance application and submit it to the outside vendor who evaluates the application. Financial aid counseling is available. Sign up at carmelhs.org/finaidcounseling. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES In addition to financial aid, a number of partial scholarships are awarded, including Entrance Exam scholarships, parish-offered scholarships and minority scholarships. Some families may also be eligible for the Illinois Tax Credit Scholarship Program, which could cover up to 100 percent of tuition and eligible fees. Carmel Catholic High School abides by all applicable policies of the Archdiocese of Chicago and the IHSA. In doing so Carmel Catholic High School does not promise or offer athletic scholarships of any kind. Violations of IHSA policies may result in loss of eligibility for the student, coach and/or school. In recognition of our shared ministry, Carmel Catholic High School also does not promise, predict or otherwise allude to specific dollar amounts regarding tuition assistance or financial aid before a student takes the entrance exam. Carmel Catholic High School promotes the best attributes of our own school while respecting the legacy and traditions of other Catholic high schools.
Financial Aid Counseling Available
Shadow Day To get a firsthand look at Carmel Catholic, we encourage prospective students to spend a day with us for our most popular program. During a Shadow Day, visiting students are paired with a Carmel Catholic student for the day and get to follow that student through his or her classes. We have found that visitors who participate in this unique Shadow Day experience are less apprehensive about their upcoming high school experience.
“Carmel Catholic has given me some of the best memories I’ve ever had. I feel as if just yesterday I walked into Carmel Catholic as a freshman, nervous because of how big the school seemed to me. Carmel Catholic has given me the opportunity to meet some of the nicest people I’ve ever met. I appreciate all the school has given me and I can honestly say attending this school was one of the best decisions my family and I have made.” Brandon Gaytan ‘18
Becoming a CORSAIR We understand that the decision to join the Carmel Catholic community is highly personal and that each family has their own unique criteria and questions. For that reason, we suggest that families consider utilizing the following admissions checklist as a guide through the admissions process. EXPERIENCE CARMEL CATHOLIC o Schedule a Personal Tour at carmelhs.org/tour o
Sign your student up for a Shadow Day at carmelhs.org/shadowday
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Attend our Open House on Sunday, November 4, 2018. Pre-register at carmelhs.org/openhouse
TAKE THE ENTRANCE EXAM o The Carmel Catholic High School Entrance Exam will take place on Saturday, December 1, 2018 APPLY o Submit the online application for admission by December 12, 2018 ACCEPTANCE o Admissions decisions will be sent to applicants by mid-January For a list of Admissions events, visit carmelhs.org/events. For a more in-depth look at the 8th grade admissions process, visit carmelhs.org/8thgrade.
Important Dates FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION NIGHT Wednesday, October 3, 2018 END ZONE PARTY Friday, October 19, 2018 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, November 4, 2018 ENTRANCE EXAM AND PARENT INFO SESSION Saturday, December 1, 2018 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION December 12, 2018 FINANCIAL AID PRIORITY CONSIDERATION DEADLINE December 31, 2018 Financial aid requests received after this date will still be considered. STREET SCENES STUDENT NIGHT Thursday, February 7, 2019 CARMELFEST Saturday, May 11, 2019 Visit carmelhs.org/events for details regarding upcoming events. For more information, contact our Admissions Office at 847-388-3418.
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