2019
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Saint John’s Catholic Prep As Maryland’s oldest Catholic high school, Saint John’s Catholic Prep in Frederick has as its vision and mission to be the leader of college preparatory institutions in Frederick and surrounding communities by providing a quality Catholic education to its 290 students with a diverse range of learning needs and abilities. From its rigorous advanced placement programs to its active service in the community, Saint John’s challenges every student through an innovative curriculum implemented by a dedicated faculty and staff, lead by Principal Will Knotek. The average class size at Saint John’s is 14, with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9:1; and every student receives a laptop computer. The school boasts a 100% college acceptance rate, and has a guaranteed college acceptance and scholarship program with 12 colleges and universities. At Saint John’s, students are prepared to become leaders in the nation, in the Catholic church, and in their future chosen professions. Students are challenged to be true servant leaders, guided by Christ, and are presented with opportunities to hold leadership roles on and off-
campus to improve communication and collaboration skills. Students are encouraged to become lifelong learners, dedicated to discovering new truth. Moral and ethical characteristics are emphasized along with the school’s college preparatory curriculum. Each student’s schedule consists of core subjects such as mathematics, science, English, history, foreign language and religion. Physical education, computer science, music and art are also required. In order to challenge each student appropriately, and allow each student to work to his or her full potential, Saint John’s provides general academic, honors, and Advanced Placement level courses. The school is in the midst of planning and executing two special construction projects: an addition to provide an expanded cafeteria, a multi-purpose room, four new classrooms and a chapel, allowing for a new student population total of 320; a stadium for football, soccer and lacrosse programs, with an artificial turf field and lights for evening competitions and practices. The stadium will provide seating for 800 Viking fans.
3989 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick • 301-662-4210 • saintjohnsprep.org 10
