Educating Young Women for Leadership in a Global Society
2017/2018
Founded in 1874, Ursuline Academy of Dallas is an independent Catholic, college preparatory school for young women sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters. The mission of Ursuline Academy is the total development of the individual student through spiritual formation, intellectual growth, service to others, and building of community. Ursuline Academy educates young women for leadership in a global society.
URSULINE ACADEMY OF DALLAS
URSULINE ACADEMY OF DALLAS
academic year
2017/2018
Profile Ursuline at a Glance
Accreditations Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS)
Memberships & Affiliations CASE
Founded 1874 Oldest continuously operating school in Dallas
Center for Spiritual and Ethical Education Educational Records Bureau (ERB) Global Education Benchmark Group (GEBG) National Association of Independent Schools
Total Enrollment (9-12)
850+
(NAIS)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS) Online School for Girls Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS)
Students of Color
36%
Tuition 2017-2018
$20,950 Catholic
78%
The College Board Ursuline Education Network (UEN)
Financial Assistance In 2017-2018, the Academy will grant approximately
$1,322,500 in financial assistance and merit awards to 220 students, representing approximately 25% of the student body.
Average Class Size
15-17 Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Faculty
National Merit Scholarship Program 2015-17: 10 Ursuline students were named National Merit Finalists; 53 were Commended Scholars. National Achievement Scholarship Program 2015: 3 Ursuline students were recognized in the National Achievement Scholarship Program.*
99
Majority with advanced degrees
National Hispanic Recognition Program 2015-17: 21 Ursuline students were recognized in the National Hispanic Recognition Program. *The National Achievement Scholarship Program concluded in 2015, the program is currently in transition for funds remaining.
www.ursulinedallas.org
phone: 469.232.1800
School Code: 441825
College Preparatory Curriculum Ursuline Academy offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with additional opportunities for elective course work to support individual growth and development. Criteria for acceptance into AP and Honors courses are specialized and selective. Graduation Requirements 28 Credits are required for graduation: English Mathematics Science* Social Studies** Theology World Language***
4.0 Electives 4.0 Physical Education 4.0 Fine Arts 4.0 Computer Science 4.0 Speech 3.0
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.5
*Requirement: Physics I, Chemistry I, Biology I, one additional science course **Requirement: Historical Geography, World History, US History, Macroeconomics, Government ***Requirement: Same language in consecutive years, beginning with Freshman year
Grading and Ranking Policy It is the policy of Ursuline Academy not to rank our students. Our selective admission is based on an entrance test, grade school record, recommendations, interview, and application essay responses. Only semesters completed at Ursuline are included in the Ursuline GPA. Additional weighting of 0.6 for AP and Honors courses is added only in determination of the GPA and is not reflected in the numeric grade. Grading Scale 93-100 4.0 A
83-86 3.0 B
73-76 2.0 C
90-92 3.7 A-
80-82 2.7 B-
70-72 1.7 C-
87-89 3.3 B+
77-79 2.3 C+
65-69 1.0 D
Honors and Advanced Placement Courses Enrollment in these classes is competitive. Students qualify on the basis of academic performance and potential as indicated by standardized tests as well as faculty recommendations.
Honors Courses English Mathematics Science Social Studies* World Language *Social Studies honors classes are not available to Freshmen.
Advanced Placement Courses English Language & Composition English Literature & Composition Calculus AB and BC Statistics Computer Science A Computer Science Principles Biology Chemistry Environmental Science Physics I Physics C: Mechanics Art History European History US History Human Geography
US Government and Politics Comparative Government and Politics Macroeconomics Microeconomics Psychology Chinese French Language & Culture Spanish Language & Culture Spanish Literature & Culture Music Theory Studio Art: 2-D Design Studio Art: 3-D Design Studio Art: Drawing
Standardized Testing Class of 2017 SAT
Middle 50%
Evidence Based Reading and Writing 610-690 Mathematics 590-670
Class of 2017 ACT
Middle 50%
Composite
Mean
6 60 620 Mean
26-31 28.2
Ursuline Academy of Dallas – Educating Global Leaders At Ursuline Academy, a Catholic college preparatory school, students discover their talents and explore their interests in a nurturing all-girl environment. Each young woman is challenged to reach her fullest potential for academic excellence, leadership, individual development, and spiritual growth. Ursuline academics reflect the students’ current reality – a world that is global, open, real-time, interactive, and transparent. Students become proficient in core subject knowledge within a framework of 21st century learning. In this technology-rich setting, they learn how to investigate the world, weigh perspectives, communicate ideas, and take meaningful action. While developing critical-thinking and creative problemsolving skills, they also become compassionate global citizens.
The French Family Science, Math, and Technology Center, certified LEED® Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council®, reflects a strong commitment to both innovation and sustainability on the Ursuline campus. Advanced facilities also support exemplary programs in arts, athletics, service learning, faith development, and crosscultural competency. Following the Ursuline Sisters’ call and commitment to core values, Ursuline schools worldwide embrace educational, spiritual, and service goals consistent with the social teachings of the Catholic Church. LEED – an acronym for the phrase “Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design” – is a registered trademark of the U.S. Green Building Council.
Ursuline Academy has developed educational and cultural exchange partnerships with the following sister schools: Beijing Huaxia Girls’ School (Beijing, China), Brescia House School (Johannesburg, South Africa), Colegio Santa Ursula (Lima, Peru), Colegio Santa Ursula (Ribeirao Preto, Brazil), Colegio Santa Ursula (Santiago, Chile), Lycée Notre Dame Le Ménimur (Vannes, France), Sainte Ursule (Paris, France), St. Ursula’s College (Toowoomba, Australia), Ursuline Academy (Wilmington, Delaware), Ursuline High School (Wimbledon, England).
www.ursulinedallas.org
phone: 469.232.1800
School Code: 441825
Spiritual Formation and Serviam , “I Will Serve” Ursuline education is rooted in the belief that students’ spiritual life is to be nurtured and developed. Through an array of curricular and extra-curricular activities, Ursuline students discover the possibilities that faith in Jesus Christ offers. In formal classroom settings, teachers offer education in theology. Likewise, classes in literature, social studies, and the sciences align the strong tradition of Catholic social teachings into discussion and analysis of topics at hand. Students’ faith is further nourished through the annual retreat program and during school-wide Eucharistic liturgies and studentled prayer services. Daily life at Ursuline begins and concludes with
a time of prayer and includes the opportunity to spend time in one of two chapels, where daily Mass is offered. All Ursuline schools share a commitment to forming students as servant leaders. Under the banner of the Latin word, Serviam, Ursuline students and alumnae reach out in service to society. The combination of service projects initiated by the students and servicelearning activities incorporated into classroom instruction develops the spirit of Serviam. What begins with defined activities that address community needs expands into the understanding of local and global issues that call for action in the promotion of peace and justice for all.
Course Offerings Computer Science Introduction to Computer Science Digital Graphics & Animation Design & Development Webpage Design & Development Introduction to Java Programming Mobile Application Design & Development Engineering Design Innovation AP Computer Science A English English I, English I Honors English II, English II Honors English III: Literature of the US; American Classics; American Cool English III Honors English IV: Imagining the Impossible: Utopia, Dystopia, & the End of the World; World Modernism; Shakespeare as Lit & Drama World Literature Honors AP English Language & Composition AP English Literature & Composition Electives Creative Writing Journalism Newspaper Journalism Yearbook Journalism Introduction to Philosophy A Portrait of the Medieval World The Age of Enlightenment Mathematics Algebra I/Geometry Year I Algebra I/Geometry Honors Year I Algebra I/Geometry Year II Algebra I/Geometry Honors Year II Geometry, Geometry Honors Algebra II Algebra II/Pre-Calculus Honors Statistics Integrated Mathematics Pre-Calculus, Calculus A Honors Calculus Applications AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC AP Statistics Performing Arts Music Freshman Choir Concert Choir I, II, III Band I, II, III, IV Color Guard String Ensemble I, II, III, IV AP Music Theory
Technical Theatre Light and Sound Design Set Design Stage Makeup Design Introduction to Costuming Musical Theatre Theatre Arts Shakespeare as Lit & Drama Introduction to Theatre Fundamentals of Acting Advanced Theatre Production Improvisation Dance Dance I, II, III, IV Speech Introduction to Speech Communication Electives Jazz Choir I, II, III, IV Drill Team Theatre Production Physical Education Wellness Electives Strength & Conditioning for Athletic Performance Spinning 101 Fitness for Life Sports Medicine Band I, II, III, IV Color Guard Dance I, II, III, IV Mindfulness & Stress Management Athletics Fall Freshman Sport Volleyball Spring Freshman Sport Basketball Fall Junior Varsity Sports Cross Country and Volleyball Spring Junior Varsity Sports Soccer, Basketball, Swimming, Softball, Track and Field, Tennis, Golf, Crew, and Lacrosse Fall Varsity Sports Cross Country and Volleyball Spring Varsity Sports Soccer, Basketball, Swimming, Softball, Track and Field, Tennis, Golf, Crew, and Lacrosse Selected Activities Cheerleading, Jesuit and Cistercian Rangerettes, Jesuit/Ursuline Science Physics I, Physics I Honors Chemistry I, Chemistry I Honors Biology I, Biology I Honors
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Electives Engineering Design Innovation Environmental Science Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography (GMO) Physics II Honors Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy Honors AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics C: Mechanics Medical Microbiology Immunology Social Studies Historical Geography: 10,000 B.C.E. to 1400 C.E. World History: 1400 C.E. to Present Day World History Honors 1400 C.E. to Present Day United States History AP United States History Government AP US Government and Politics Macroeconomics AP Macroeconomics Electives Psychology History Through Film: REEL History Lone Star Nation: A History of Texas & Texans Inside Nazi Germany AP Psychology AP European History Theology Revelation and Scripture: The Revelation of Jesus Christ in Scripture; Who is Jesus Christ Jesus, Salvation & the Church: The Mission of Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ’s Mission Continues in the Church Sacraments: Privileged Encounters with Jesus Christ Morality: Life in Christ Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ in Society Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues Sacred Scripture Church History Elective Peer Ministry & Liturgy Visual Arts Studio Art I, II, III, IV Sculpture Fused Glass
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The Art of Paper Making & Bookbinding Ceramics I, II, III, IV Relief & Engraving Screen Printing Digital Photography I, II Film Making I, II AP Studio Art: 2-D Design AP Studio Art: 3-D Design AP Studio Art: Drawing World Languages Arabic I, II, III, IV Mandarin Chinese I, II, III Mandarin Chinese II Honors Mandarin Chinese III Honors Mandarin Chinese IV Honors French I French II, French II Honors French III, French III Honors French IV Pre-AP French AP French Language & Culture Spanish I, Spanish I Honors Spanish II, Spanish II Honors Spanish III, Spanish III Honors Spanish IV Pre-AP Spanish AP Spanish Language & Culture AP Spanish Literature & Culture Online Courses Computer Science AP Computer Science Principles Math AP Statistics AP Calculus BC Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations Science Forensic Science Neuroscience AP Physics I Engineering, Design, and Robotics AP Environmental Science Marine Science Social Studies Cities, Culture, and Intersectionality AP Human Geography AP Psychology AP US Government and Politics and AP Comparative Government and Politics AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics Visual Arts Art History AP Art History World Language Latin I AP Chinese Language & Culture
School Code: 441825
Class of 2017 Student Voices
Every delegation I traveled on with Ursuline has been a life-changing experience. I have learned how to adapt to new situations and appreciate new cultures…to meet people where they are and recognize that as different and unique as every person is, there are things we all share that make us human.
Freshman year was full of questions for me…By graduation, my chin was high and I was sure of myself. I carry myself with complete confidence that I can take any challenge that comes my way without any hesitation.
Maria Anderson
Karen Lizette Garcia
College Choice: Wellesley College
College Choice: The University of Texas CAP Program/UT Arlington
Senior Service: Metrocrest Services
Senior Service: Uplift Triumph Preparatory School
Going to Ursuline really opened up my eyes to my faith. While learning more and more about God, I really became interested in Catholicism and growing my own faith. Through the years at Ursuline, I found myself wanting to learn and grow deeper in the meaning of God.
There are so many advantages to attending an all-girls school, especially the community. The allgirls environment encourages young women to explore and participate in all subjects. It has allowed me to form my own independent way of thinking.
Miranda Papes
Lauren Kelly Peebles
College Choice: Yale University
College Choice: The University of Alabama
Senior Service: Obadiah Knight Elementary School
Senior Service: Dancing Rivers Nursing Home
Serviam calls us to be a light to others and to share that light with all those we meet. I developed a true passion for service at Ursuline, and I know this call to something greater will follow me and my fellow sisters for the rest of our lives.
My teachers have inspired me, and they have had faith in me when I’ve doubted myself. They have given me the means to not only learn but take what I have learned and think for myself. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without these wonderful role models.
Miranda Sofia Walker
Anna Elizabeth Zagorski
College Choice: Texas A&M University
College Choice: Loyola Marymount University
Senior Service: Forest Lane Academy
Senior Service: Uplift Triumph Preparatory School
www.ursulinedallas.org
phone: 469.232.1800
School Code: 441825
University and College Acceptances 2017 Class of 2017 4900 Walnut Hill Lane Dallas, Texas 75229-6599 www.ursulinedallas.org President Gretchen Z. Kane gkane@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.3590 Principal Andrea Shurley ashurley@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1801 College Counseling Alicia Estes, Chair aestes@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1837 Jan Freund, Counselor jfreund@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1823 Laura Harrington, Counselor lharrington@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1838 Jamie Byrum, Counselor jbyrum@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1853 Vandana Blankenship, Coordinator vblankenship@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1834 Admission Rebekah Gilbert, Director rgilbert@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1803 Registrar Frank Garrett fgarrett@ursulinedallas.org 469.232.1813
Ursuline Academy Core Values •
Spiritual formation and faith development
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Respect for the uniqueness of the individual
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Development of the whole person
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Development of a nurturing community spirit
• Commitment • Serviam
to peacemaking
(I will serve) as a lived
reality Academic excellence is a hallmark of an Ursuline school.
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Size of Class: 192 young women students College Placement: 100% four-year colleges Merit Awards: The Class of 2017 was offered merit scholarships totaling over $24 million
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