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alesian College Preparatory is a Catholic co-educational high school, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA). Established in 1960, the school is sponsored by the Salesians of St. John Bosco. The gated campus is set on a 21-acre park-like setting in Richmond, California. Salesian offers a unique Catholic, college preparatory experience in accordance with St. John Bosco’s philosophy of reason, religion and loving kindness.
21-acre private campus: state-of-the-art biology lab · learning commons library · media center four athletic fields · new track & field · new tennis courts · new dance studio enhanced gymnasium & weight room · synthetic-grass football field · chapel cafe · historic building
98%
60%
of 2016 grads are attending college; 2% have joined the military
of the faculty have advanced degrees
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With an 18:1 student to teacher ratio, Salesian students enjoy smaller class sizes
3.67 Average GPA for incoming freshmen
Salesian students come from
10 countries
4 international trips are offered in 2016-2017
430 students committed to learning, growing, exploring, discovering, and harnessing their unique talents and skills, passions, and beliefs
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AP & Honors courses
30+ Clubs
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Interscholastic Sports with
70% student participation
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SCHOLARS STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT At Salesian, our aim is to prepare our graduates to be successful at top-tier colleges and universities by emphasizing both academic achievement and personal development. Students will have numerous opportunities to test their academic talents and interests in a broad selection of: • AP & Honors Courses • Expansive elective course catalog • Opportunities for travel and exchange program participation • Career-oriented coursework Historically, 100% of Salesian graduates attend a college.
TECHNOLOGY Salesian’s commitment to a twenty-first century education includes: • Collaborative, inquiry-based learning across all four STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) • Graphic Design and Computer Science courses • 1:1 iPad program • Fully networked and wireless campus • State-of-the-art biology classroom and media center • 3D printer and "maker" instruction
Honors at Entrance Salesian College Preparatory is one of the few high schools in Northern California to offer an accelerated Honors track for incoming freshmen. Students are selected based on a series of criteria including grades, High School Placement Test (HSPT) scores and letters of recommendation. Students do not need to apply for this scholarship.
HONORS & AP COURSES Comparative Religions Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Pre-Calculus Honors AP Biology Chemistry Honors Spanish II Honors Spanish III Honors AP Spanish 4 | salesian.com
AP Language and Composition English I Honors English II Honors AP English IV World History Honors AP US History US Government Honors Economics Honors AP Art History
Course Offerings For detailed course information: www.salesian.com/courses RELIGIOUS STUDIES
ENGLISH
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Christian Leadership Christian Lifestyles Comparative Religions Honors Ethics History of Christianity Morals in the Media New Testament Religious Studies Social Justice Signs and Symbols World Religions
English I, II, III and IV English I and II Honors AP English IV AP Language and Composition
English as a Second Language French I, II and III Spanish I, II and III Spanish II and III Honors AP Spanish
SCIENCE Anatomy Biology AP Biology Chemistry Chemistry Honors Computer Science Conceptual Physics Environmental Science Integrated Science and Health Psychology Physics Sports Medicine
VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Art I and II AP Art History Dance I and II Drama I and II Drawing & Painting Graphic Journalism Yearbook Instrumental Music I and II Photography SOCIAL SCIENCE Economics Economics Honors History Through Film US History AP US History US Government US Government Honors World History World History Honors
MATHEMATICS Algebra Introduction Accelerated Algebra Algebra I and II Geometry Geometry with Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Introduction to College Math PHYSICAL EDUCATION Physical Education Conditioning/Weight Training
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FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE COLLEGE GUIDANCE Students are provided with one-to-one counseling and college resources including: • Naviance Connection* • Campus visits by colleges and universities • Career Days • College essay preparation • College application assistance • Financial aid information * Naviance Connection is a web-based college and career planning service designed for students and their families to provide useful information for college and career decisions. Salesian counselors are able to track and assess data about each student’s coursework and college and career plans.
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ACADEMIC SUCCESS PROGRAM The Academic Success Program for Freshmen provides individualized and group tutoring, resource support and study skills assistance for the transition to high school. Our Resource Specialist helps freshmen manage the rigors of a college prep curriculum while inspiring confidence and motivation to succeed. Support is provided to students with IEPs and/or learning differences, low test scores on the HSPT entrance exam, teacher or counselor recommendations, and students with 504 plans.
PERSONAL COUNSELING There are many challenges students face during high school that could be resolved if they are explored in a nonjudgmental environment. Our counselors are available to students who are experiencing personal difficulties, including adjustment challenges, issues with peers, or stress.
College Acceptances Salesian’s Class of 2016 graduates were accepted to colleges and universities across the country.
Alabama A&M University
Pace University
Arizona State University
Pacific University
Bethune-Cookman University
Rider University
California Lutheran University
Saint Augustine’s University
California State University East Bay
Saint John’s University
California State University Chico
Saint Mary’s College
California State University Fullerton
Santa Clara University
California State University Humboldt
Spelman University
California State University Long Beach
Tuskegee University
California State University Los Angeles
University of Arizona
California State University Monterey
University of California Berkeley
California State University Northridge
University of California Davis
California State University Pomona
University of California Irvine
California State University Sacramento
University of California Los Angeles
California State University San Diego
University of California Merced
California State University San Francisco
University of California Riverside
California State University San Jose
University of California San Diego
California State University San Luis Obispo
University of California Santa Barbara
California State University San Marcos
University of California Santa Cruz
California State University Sonoma
University of Colorado Boulder
Clark Atlanta University
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Cornell College
University of La Verne
Dominican University of California
University of Miami
Drake University
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Eastern Washington University
University of New Mexico
Elmira College
University of Redlands
Franklin and Marshall College
University of San Diego
Hamline University
University of San Francisco
Hampton University
University of Southern California
Holy Names University
University of the Pacific
Indiana Tech
University of Utah
Ithaca College
West Virginia University
Marymount Manhattan College
Whitman College
Menlo College
Willamette University
Muhlenberg College
Xavier University
Salesians in Service We honor those who have chosen to answer their nation's call and serve in the military.
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SPIRITUAL Salesian College Preparatory combines the elements of church, school, playground and home in a supportive and caring environment in accordance with St. John Bosco’s educational philosophy of reason, religion and loving kindness.
CAMPUS MINISTRY TEAM Our student-directed Campus Ministry Team coordinates and leads class retreats, school-wide liturgies, an annual Don Bosco Day Mass and celebration, service learning activities, and community fundraisers.
FAITH FAMILIES Faith Families are comprised of students from all classes (freshmen through seniors) and a faculty/staff member. Faith Families function to assist the Salesian community to bridge the "generational divide" between classes and build a supportive and faith-filled group of young people. Faith Family groups are one of the key vehicles to encourage students to give service to a variety of projects in the local neighborhood. Faith Families also organize and participate together in a Service Day every year. Recent event locations include the Bay Area Rescue Mission, Pinole Valley Watershed, Animal Refugee Response, and many more.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP One of Salesian’s most unique and popular student groups is Student Leadership and Ministry (SLAM). This group is a collection of studentelected representatives, Faith Family leaders and students from our Campus Ministry Team. SLAM members participate in a leadership course which focuses on cultivating leadership skills. Together, members organize and direct spirited campus activities and major service projects. SLAM members help sustain Salesian team spirit and foster a sense of community.
RELIGIOUS CURRICULUM Intro to Religious Studies
Social Justice
Scriptures
Morals in the Media
Old Testament
World Religions
New Testament
Honors Comparative Religions
History of Christianity
Christian Leadership
Ethics
Life Journey and Commitments
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"We laugh, talk and support each other. We are a smaller family within the big Salesian family." —Maile Ware, Salesian student
In 2015 Salesian College Preparatory was named the best faith-based high school in Contra Costa County by Parents’ Press magazine for the third consecutive year.
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ARTISTS Salesian offers a variety of courses for students to explore their creative talents. In addition to coursework in the visual and performing arts, students engage in service learning and community events such as Art Day, the Halloween Carnival, Project Santa, and Visual & Performing Arts Showcase to name a few.
Art • Salesian art educators and students take local and international trips which have included Greece, Italy, France, and Costa Rica • The Art Club volunteers their art services to the school and local community
Photography • New to the Salesian catalog, the Photography class and Photography club will offer students opportunities to develop their photography skills • Students learn the fundamentals of camera equipment, composition and techniques that go beyond the ever popular selfie • Digital processing techniques are also introduced
Music • Over the last five years, students participating in music courses have recorded two CDs under the direction of our music instructor • The music classes share their talents in two school concerts annually
Dance • Dance classes are held in the new state-of-the-art dance studio located at the Salesian Boys and Girls Club on our campus • The dance studio and class were featured on Channel 2 KTVU in 2016
Drama • Our drama program produces a musical and comedy every year with professional musicians to sold-out audiences • The drama classes perform annually in the wildly entertaining Improv Olympics competition
Story & Song • 2016 celebrates the 20th anniversary of our Story and Song chorale group • Story and Song performs at school events throughout the Bay Area and participates in an annual Los Angeles tour
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The annual Visual & Performing Arts Showcase features student talent and creativity through dance and musical performances and an art gallery presenting art in a variety of mediums.
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ATHLETES
Salesian College Preparatory has a well-deserved reputation as the “home of champions�. For a relatively small school we have earned an impressive number of state and NCS championships across a number of sports. Since 2000 The Salesian athletic program has earned two California state titles, 17 North Coast Section championships and 69 league championships.
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70% Student Participation
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Interscholastic Sports
34 Teams
Fall Sports Cross-country · Football · Cheerleading Tennis · Volleyball
Winter Sports Basketball · Soccer · Cheerleading
Spring Sports Baseball · Golf · Swimming & Diving Tennis · Track & Field · Volleyball · Softball
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GLOBAL Salesian students experience learning that extends beyond the classroom. Throughout their high school experience students engage with different cultures, absorb new perspectives and gain skills that prepare them to make a positive impact as a global citizen. By being part of a diverse student body, students learn to respect cultures, languages, religions and traditions other than their own.
International Student Program We host students from other countries such as: • Brazil • China • Ghana • India • Mexico • Nigeria • Peru • Taiwan • Thailand • Vietnam
Foreign Learning Opportunities • Salesian offers on-campus Spanish and French language courses • Opportunity to learn other languages through Salesian’s partnership with Contra Costa College • International trips offered for students in 2016-17: Peru, the Philippines, the Galapagos Islands and Japan
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ACTIVE At Salesian College Preparatory, we are a community with a mission to bring love, compassion, justice and truth to one another and to our world. We accept that our Salesian education calls us to become good faith-filled people and honest and upright citizens. We are called to do this together, as a school community.
Salesian Service Learning Program (SSLP) All students complete three service requirements each year, including: • Participation in a campus-wide service day • Engagement in service donation projects (including our Thanksgiving food drive and Project Santa) • Completion of a unique, self-selected community service project on or off campus
Salesian College Preparatory Service Day On one day each spring, the entire Salesian student body organizes into Faith Family teams and sets out to serve the community. Faith Family teams are comprised of students from all grades and led by a student leader and faculty moderator. The teams visit various service locations to volunteer their time and help the community. Recent event locations include the Bay Area Rescue Mission, Pinole Valley Watershed, Animal Refugee Response and many more.
30+ Clubs African American Association of Knowledge (AAAK) Animal Rights Club Asian Pacific Islanders Club Band Campus Ministry Cheerleading Chorale (Story & Song) Culinary Club Debate Team
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Digital Design
Junior State of America
Drama Club
Latino Club
Feminist Club
Literary Magazine, Tabard
French Club
Mystery Players
Garden Project
Newspaper, Sentinel
Habitat for Humanity
Robotics
Hiking Club Honor Societies
Salesian Outdoor Adventures
Human Relief Club
Salsa Club
Interact Club
STEM
Italian Club
Tech Club Tokyo Seoul Club
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FAMILY Salesian College Preparatory is more than just a top-tier academic institution. It is also a place of love and support where we celebrate success and console disappointment. It is where lifelong bonds are formed and a community comes together as one.
100 Percent Family Involvement PARENT ASSOCIATION Admissions Welcome Events, Annual Crab Feed, Athletic Event Concessions, Coaching Staff, Drama Performances, Fundraising Drives, Mother’s Day Brunch, Silent Auctions, Team Fundraising, Ticket Sales ACADEMIC VOLUNTEERS areer Day Volunteers, Guidance Counseling, C International Trip Moderators, Service Learning Projects, Tutoring
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Family Service Program In keeping with our Salesian tradition, families participate in the Family Service Program (FSP), which serves as an avenue to school involvement, financial support and community building. Each family offers volunteer service, donations and attendance for the benefit of our students and their programs. FSP complements our Student Service Program by having families participate in school and community service projects.
Campus Diversity Students at Salesian College Preparatory benefit from the culturally rich and diverse communities of the San Francisco Bay Area. Guided by Don Bosco's philosophy, Salesian students learn to embrace differences while preparing for life beyond the classroom.
HOW TO APPLY APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR Admission to Salesian College Preparatory involves a comprehensive assessment of each applicant. While each applicant offers unique talents and gifts, enrollment is limited and not all applicants can be offered placement. The Admissions Committee works diligently to consider each applicant, carefully reviewing the following criteria: • Transcripts and test scores from 7th and 8th grades
APPLICATION CHECKLIST omplete the online application fee of $75 by Monday, C December 5, 2016 ake the High School Placement Test (HSPT) on Saturday, T January 7, 2017. When submitting the admissions application, please complete the registration for the HSPT. There is no additional fee th grade applicants: Recommendation and Transcript 9 Request forms for 7th and 8th grades from your current school must be submitted by Friday, February 3, 2017
• Citizenship, work habits and conduct marks must be satisfactory
Attend an Interview on Wednesday, February 8, 2017
• Recommendation forms from the education team at the current school
otification of acceptance will be mailed on Friday, N March 17, 2017
• High School Placement Test (HSPT) results • Personal Interview—an interview with a Salesian administrator, teacher or staff member
TUITION AND FEES Tuition revenue funds Salesian’s academic programs and operations. A non-refundable registration fee of $650 is due in March 2017 with your enrollment contract. For complete information on tuition and fees, please visit www.salesian.com/admissions. ANNUAL GIVING DONATION There is a gap between the funds received from tuition revenue and the actual cost of educating a Salesian student. That gap is $1,000 per student. Therefore, we respectfully ask each Salesian family to donate to our Annual Giving Campaign every year. It is our hope that each student’s family contributes $500 or more; this gift is tax-deductible. We are committed to delivering an excellent college preparatory education by retaining high-quality faculty, investing in new technology and offering a robust selection of courses. Your gifts ensure that students benefit from smaller class sizes, personalized attention and many extracurricular activities including athletics, drama and student clubs. Thank you in advance for your generosity. SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION GRANTS Salesian College Preparatory offers a combination of academic and merit-based scholarships to incoming freshmen, as well as tuition grants to students based on demonstrated financial need. Students may apply for up to two scholarships. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS Academic Scholarships are awarded to students entering the ninth grade. Qualification for these scholarships is based on High School Placement Test scores, academic records, recommendations and interviews.
The Don Bosco Scholarship is our most prestigious scholarship, awarded to recipients from participating eighth grade classes. The scholarship funds half the cost of tuition for all four years. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 4.0 and an HSPT score in the top 25% of the incoming class. Recipients must maintain a 3.5 GPA for all four years. Salesian’s Academic Honors at Entrance Scholarships are designated for students who have demonstrated academic excellence in 8th grade, and plan to enroll in honors coursework in the 9th grade. Students with an 8th grade GPA of 3.75 or better, and an HSPT (High School Placement Exam) score ranking in the top 25 percent of the incoming class are eligible for an Academic Honors at Entrance Scholarship. Applications are NOT required for this scholarship. MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS Awarded to exceptionally gifted students entering the ninth grade who have demonstrated commitment and excellence in the following categories: Visual and Performing Arts, Science, Technology, Service and Leadership. TUITION GRANTS Offered to all current students based on demonstrated financial need. It is our goal to give all qualified students an opportunity to attend Salesian College Preparatory, regardless of financial resources. Application forms for Tuition Grants will be available on December 1, 2016. Completed forms are due for incoming freshmen no later than February 16, 2017. Students must reapply every year.
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Admissions Calendar September 30, 2016 | 7 pm Admissions Information Night October 23, 2016 | 1−3 pm Open House November 5, 2016 | 8:30 am−12:30 pm High School Placement Test Workshop December 5, 2016 Admissions Applications Due January 7, 2017 | 8:30−11:30 am High School Placement Test (HSPT) January 7, 2017 | 8:45 am Scholarship & Tuition Grants Workshop
February 3, 2017 Academic and Merit Scholarship Applications Due February 3, 2017 Recommendations, Test Scores & Transcript Requests Due February 8, 2017 New Student Interviews February 16, 2017 Tuition Grant Applications Due March 17, 2017 Acceptance Notifications Mailed March 17-24, 2017 New Student Registration
Contacts Christina Karabinis Director of Admissions (510) 234-4433, ext. 1416 ckarabinis@salesian.com
Salesian College Preparatory 2851 Salesian Avenue Richmond, CA 94804 (510) 234-4433 www.salesian.com
Accredited By: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA)