Saint Viator High School 2020 School Profile
1213 East Oakton Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60004-5099 | 847-392-4050 | www.saintviator.com | ICEEB 140098
OVERVIEW
Located approximately 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, Saint Viator High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory community of learning called to provide religious formation and an academic program of excellence to young men and women. Guided by the Viatorian mission, all Saint Viator graduates are equipped to discern who God wants them to be, discover what the world needs, and transform the communities they encounter. This is taught in the classroom by encouraging collaboration and innovation. Saint Viator High School is accredited by Advanced Ed and the State of Illinois. It is a College Board, NACAC and IACAC member. Seventy-five percent of Saint Viator High School faculty members hold an advanced degree. Neighboring schools include Prospect, Rolling Meadows, and John Hersey high schools.
RECOGNITION
In 2008 and 2014, Saint Viator High School was selected as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Saint Viator High School has also been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School from 2015 through 2022 for its ongoing commitment to innovation and use of technology to enhance student learning, and was named a Top STEM High School by Newsweek.
STUDENT BODY
The student body consists of 836 students (220 of which are seniors). Our students come from more than 80 feeder schools across the Chicago suburbs. Additionally, our student body includes 54 students (6% of our student body) who are a part of our Reverend Mark R. Francis, CSV, International Program. Approximately one-third of our students receive financial assistance, including 23 students who participate in our Summer Work Study & Internship Program. Together these programs ensure there is a commitment to both socioeconomic and cultural diversity in the halls of Saint Viator High School.
GRADING SCALE AND SCHEDULE
In response to COVID-19 and in an attempt to keep all members of our community safe, on March 16, 2020, Saint Viator pivoted to an eLearning instructional model. During eLearning, students were to check into classes daily before 9:00 a.m., but could complete all course work asynchronous as their home schedules and responsibilities allowed. Finals were not administered (finals typically serve as 20% of a students final grade) and the grading scale was adjusted slightly as displayed below. For the fall of the 2020-2021 school year, Saint Viator pivoted again and is now allowing students the choice of synchronous eLearning or in-person learning. Both options run on an A/B block schedule with classes meeting every other day for 75-minute time periods. Our hope is that block scheduling will allow students to be in smaller cohorts with less passing periods throughout the day. The grading scale will revert back to the normal scale listed below regardless of the instructional model (eLearning or in-person) the student chooses to learn through. Normal Grading Scale for All Terms (Except 2nd Semester of 2019-20) All grades are reported in percentages. Cumulative percentages are calculated at both a weighted and non-weighted level.
Grading Scale
93 - 100% Excellent 85 - 92% Above Average 77 - 84% Average 70 - 76% Below Average 0 - 69% Failure
Weighted Grading
Two factors are used when calculating weighted percentages: 1. A multiplier of 1.094 is used for all Honors and 1.118 is used for Advanced Placement classes. 2. Prior to Fall 2020, 8 points were added to the students weighted GPA for each semester credit taken beyond 3.0 credits per semester. However, this policy no longer exists.
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2019-20 2nd Semester eLearning Grading Scale
For the second semester of the 2019-20 school year, final semester grades were modified based on this 7-point scale to accomodate the transition to eLearning.
Grading Scale
93 - 100 = 100 85 - 92 = 92 77 - 84 = 84 69 - 76 = 76 61 - 68 = 68 60 and below = NC (no credit) Students with a 60 and below will receive NC (no credit) for the class. If a student did not receive credit for the course, it was not factored into their overall GPA (no numeric impact). If you see a “^� on a transcript from this term, it indicates the raw score was at or above 98% before the eLearning scale was applied.
GRADE DISTRIBUTIONS - CLASS OF 2020
The following GPA distribution is provided to compare a student’s weighted GPA against class averages:
GPA 100 + GPA 94 - 99.99 GPA 85 - 93.99 GPA 84.99 & below
42 students 64 students 93 students 22 students
19% 29% 42% 10%
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The minimum requirement for graduation is 24 credits, which must include the following:
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English Theology Math Science (1.0 credit Life Science, 1.0 credit Physical Science,
GRADE DISTRIBUTIONS FROM POPULAR JUNIOR YEAR CLASSES CLASS
# of Students Who Earned 93-100
# of Students Who Earned 85-92
# of Students Who Earned 77-84
# of Students Who Earned 70-76
# of Students Who Earned 0-69
Algebra II - Trig
58
24
11
2
3
Honors Algebra II - Trig
17
14
9
4
1
Honors Pre-Calculus
52
36
4
5
American Literature & Composition
87
80
24
15
AP English Language and Composition
52
35
5
AP Biology Lab
22
11
7
6
1
Honors Physics Lab
49
29
6
2
2
Physics Lab
51
25
17
6
AP US History
59
16
9
US History
123
71
29
1.0 credit Science elective)
3
Social Studies (1.0 credit World History, 1.0 credit U.S. History, 0.5 credit Civics, 0.5 credit Social Studies elective)
2 2 0.5 0.5 2
Modern World Languages (2 credits in Fine Arts may be substituted when approved by the Principal) Physical Education/Health Computer Technology Fine Arts Electives
Additionally, Saint Viator has a mandated service hour requirement. Prior to the fall of 2020, the requirement was 25 hours of service each year for a total of 100 hours over 4 years. Starting this year, it is Freshmen: 10 hours, Sophomores: 15 hours, Juniors: 20 hours and seniors: 20 hours. For a total of 65 hours to be completed by the time one graduates.
TRANSCRIPTS
The yearly GPA listed on the righthand side of our transcript is just the weighted/unweighted GPA for that singular year. Cumulative weighted and unweighted GPA’s can be found on the bottom left below senior year courses on each document.
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RANK
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Saint Viator does not rank its students. However, elite academic distinctions that might be associated with an application that you are evaluating could include: • • • • •
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Querbes Scholar: Students with the Querbes Scholar distinction on their transcript are typically in the top 15% of their graduating class. STEM Scholar: Students with the STEM Scholar distinction have made a deeper commitment to exploring the STEM field in high school. Typically around 12% of the graduating class will receive this distinction. Principal’s Honors: A Semester Average (weighted) of 99% or above with no grades below 85%. High Honors: A Semester Average (weighted) of 93% or above with no grade below 85%. “B” Honors: A Semester Average (weighted) of 85% or above with no grade below 77%.
WHAT RIGOR LOOKS LIKE AT SAINT VIATOR
Saint Viator encourages students to follow their passions and find balance in their studies. For those seeking an extra challenge to the college preparatory base, Saint Viator offers two dual credit courses (AP Calculus AB & AP Italian Language and Culture), one accelerated math course (Multivariable Calculus) and 18 AP classes (listed below). Therefore, the most rigorous course schedules at SVHS will include 8 or more AP classes. AP Computer Science (10, 11, 12) AP Computer Science A (10, 11, 12) AP English Language and Composition (11, 12) AP Literature and Composition (12) AP Calculus AB (11, 12) AP Calculus BC (11, 12) AP Statistics (10, 11, 12) AP Spanish Language and Culture (12) AP French Language and Culture (12)
AP Mandarin Chinese and Culture (12) AP Italian Language and Culture (12) AP Biology Lab (11, 12) AP Chemistry Lab (11, 12) AP Physics C Lab (12) AP World History (9) AP Human Geography (10) AP U.S. History (11) AP European History (12)
2020 TESTING Over the course of their four years at Saint Viator High School:
AP Scores 310 students took 524 exams.
Scored <3 16.0%
23.0%
AP Scholars
32.0%
National AP Scholar
33
48 25
53
53
10 6 3
12% of students take 8+ AP Exams
26
31
24%
12
84%
Class of 2020 Average ACT Score
Class of 2020 Top 25% Average ACT Score
of the Class of 2020 received recognition as Illinois State Scholars
Members of Class of 2020 Qualified for National Merit Scholarship Program
of Students Scored 3 or Above on 2020 AP exam
SUMMER SCHOOL
Each year approximately 50% of the student body attends summer school in order to advance their academic knowledge and open up room in their schedule for additional learning opportunities.
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2018 48
AP Scholars w/ 33 Dinstiction
17% of students take 6-7 AP Exams
Scored a 4
2019
47
AP Scholars w/ 26 Honors
22% of students take 4-5 AP Exams
Scored a 3 29.0%
2020
49% of students take 1-3 AP Exams
Scored a 5
AP Scholars by Year
DISCIPLINARY REPORTING
Saint Viator does not report disciplinary infractions to post secondary schools.
ATHLETICS • • •
77 % of our student body participated in one or more of our 31 athletic teams. 17 members of the Class of 2020 will compete in NCAA athletics. In 2020, Saint Viator’s Varsity teams brought home 2 Regional championships and had 34 All-Conference and 1 All-State athlete.
CO-CURRICULAR • • •
60% of students participated in 45 unique clubs or organizations. Over 100 students annually participate in the school musical. Our Fine Arts program includes choir, band, orchestra, dance, digital music, theater, visual arts, digital design and media arts.
FAITH FORMATION
Saint Viator High School is a community where faith is lived, deepened, and celebrated. • Students take 4 years of Theology courses. • Students participate in a number of retreats during their four years including our extremely popular Kairos Retreat.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Saint Viator offers students a series of unique programs designed to enhance the educational experience for various groups. QUERBES SCHOLARS The Querbes Scholars Program provides enriching activities that foster personal growth, intellectual independence, and faith development in accordance with the mission and vision of Fr. Louis Querbes. Applications are accepted during the fourth quarter of freshman, sophomore, or junior years. Applicants must maintain a minimum weighted GPA of 101% and register for 3 honors classes for the upcoming year to maintain eligibility. STEM DESIGNATION The STEM designated curriculum is ideal for students who are considering a college major in science, technology, engineering or math. To achieve this designation, students must take a minimum of two STEM courses per year with a minimum grade in each STEM class of 85% in regular and 80% in honors classes (unweighted), and must maintain a cumulative weighted GPA of 85% or above. In addition, they must complete one full year of an approved computer technology class and at least one Advanced Placement STEM course. INCUBATORedu In this program, students will create their own business and learn how to be entrepreneurs by developing skills in creative problem-solving, critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork. Students are taught by teams of volunteers and subject-matter experts, providing an opportunity to work with real-world entrepreneurs.
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SCANLAN CENTER The Scanlan Center is for students who have the potential to succeed academically, but who might require more individualized support to excel in Saint Viator’s rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. Students accepted into the program have diagnosed learning differences, Other Health Impairments (OHI), Response to Intervention (RTI) plans, a current psycho -educational evaluation report, neuropsychological evaluation report, or qualify for services through a case evaluation by Saint Viator staff. The Scanlan Center staff has helped hundreds of students develop independent, lifelong learning skills. Approximately 80 students attend learning strategy classes each day, while another 350 students make use of the testing center each week. SUMMER WORK STUDY AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAM The Summer Work Study and Internship Program (SWSIP) at Saint Viator offers a great opportunity for 23 students to gain valuable real-world professional experience by interning at a local business over the summer. Students who participate in this program will have a professional mentor and dedicated program coordinator to support them while they intern and beyond. All of the funds earned during an internship will go toward tuition at Saint Viator.
2020 COLLEGIATE PURSUITS • • • •
90% committed to attending a 4-year school 5% committed to attending a 2-year school 55% will be attending private universities (34% Catholic) 74% will be attending schools across 27 states outside of Illinois (22% at Big 10 schools)
CLASS OF 2020 MATRICULATION LIST
1 or more students from the Class of 2020 is now attending college at: Abilene Christian University Adrian College Arizona State University - Tempe Augustana College Aurora University Bellarmine University Benedictine College Boston College Boston University Bradley University Brandeis University Butler University Carroll University Carthage College Central Michigan University City Colleges of Chicago Wilbur Wright College
College of DuPage The College of Wooster Colorado State University - Fort Collins Creighton University Denison University DePaul University Dominican University Eastern Kentucky University Illinois Institute of Technology Illinois Wesleyan University Indiana University - Bloomington Iowa State University John Carroll University Johns Hopkins University Kishwaukee College Lafayette University Lake Forest College
Lewis University Lindenwood University Loyola University Chicago Marquette University Miami University - Oxford Michigan State University Montana State University New York University North Central College Oakton Community College The Ohio State University Purdue University - Main Campus Reed College Saint Louis University Saint Mary’s College Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale St. Norbert College Tulane University of Louisiana The University of Alabama University of California - Davis University of Chicago University of Colorado Boulder University of Dayton University of Dubuque University of Florida University of Illinois at Chicago University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Iowa University of Kansas University of Miami University of Minnesota - Twin Cities University of Missouri - Columbia
University of North Florida University of Northern Iowa University of Notre Dame University of Rochester University of South Carolina - Columbia University of South Florida The University of Tennessee - Knoxville University of Washington, Seattle University of Wisconsin - Madison University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee University of Wisconsin - Stout Wagner College William and Mary William Rainey Harper College Villanova University
ADMINISTRATION Main Office: (847) 392-4050 Brian Liedlich...........................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 230 President bliedlich@saintviator.com Karen Love...............................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 229 Principal klove@saintviator.com Michael Field...........................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 296 Assistant Principal mfield@saintviator.com Patti Yellin...............................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 261 Counseling Department Secretary pyellin@saintviator.com Stephanie Spiewak..................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 249 Counseling Department Chairperson sspiewak@saintviator.com Amy Herbert............................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 233 College Counselor aherbert@saintviator.com Stefania Svejnoha...................................................................................................................................................................................(847) 392-4050, ext. 218 Registrar ssvejnoha@saintviator.com
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