Rosary High School Viewbook 2021

Rosary A sisterhood of truth, faith, and strength

A CATHOLIC, COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN

Welcome Rosary High School is a Catholic, all-female, college preparatory high school. Founded by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Rosary is committed to providing a high-quality education for young women.

Located in Aurora, Illinois, our competitive curriculum is designed to create an environment that inspires young women to reach their academic goals.

$12.4 MILLION IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

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3.46

ACT AVERAGE COMPOSITE

AVERAGE GPA

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13.1 FACULTY TO STUDENT RATIO

Academics

Stimulating the exercise of intelligence and creativity in a college preparatory program.

Rosary admits young women with varying academic, leadership, athletic, and artistic abilities. Every effort is made to place a student in classes which best meet her interests and abilities. At Rosary, the student, her parents, faculty, and counselors work together to help the student achieve her educational and career goals. For a list of minimum graduation requirements, dual-college credit courses, and AP & Honors courses, visit www.rosaryhs.com.

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Technology

Establishing programs and activities which further the accomplishment of student goals.

Research has shown that students are more productive, engaged, and take better notes when technology is used within the classroom. In addition to the advantages of the educational apps, students access digital textbooks which is a significant savings to parents, and iPads lessen the load of backpacks. Students must purchase their own iPads, but it is theirs to keep.

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iPAD PROGRAM FOR EVERY STUDENT TO USE AN iPAD AS A TOOL FOR LEARNING

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Athletics

Strengthening the sense of personal identity through the development of individual gifts.

Our sports program emphasizes developing skills, striving to reach one’s potential, and exploring all of the opportunities available through sports. We believe success comes in many forms – achieving a personal best, improving on a team record, or reaching new levels of competition. The future of women’s sports lies in the hands of the well-rounded athlete.

79%

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OF ROSARY STUDENTS ARE INVOLVED IN ATHLETICS

FALL SPORTS

Cheerleading Cross Country Golf Swimming & Diving Tennis Volleyball WINTER SPORTS

Basketball Competitive Cheerleading SPRING SPORTS

Lacrosse Soccer Softball Track & Field

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Fine Arts & Clubs

Developing leadership skills which enable students to share their time and talents with the larger community.

Joining a club or activity provides an opportunity to polish leadership skills. More importantly, it is a great way to meet other students who share a similar interest. Whether you are interested in student government, music, ministry or yearbook, there is something for everyone.

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SOME CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDE:

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS OFFERED AT ROSARY

Art Club Dominican Preachers Drama Club Game Club Glee Club Interact Club French Club Lifesavers Math Team Mission Club National Honor Society Senior Retreat Team Sign Language Club Spanish Club El Club de Español Speak Up, Speak Out! Student Ambassador Leadership Team Student Council Yearbook

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Faith Formation

Fostering an atmosphere in which the Christian message, worship, and service may be experienced.

Rosary High School is sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. Our mission is rooted in the Four Pillars of Dominican Life: prayer, study, community, and preaching. Rosary is committed to educating and developing Christian leaders in the Dominican tradition by encouraging faith development, seeking truth, striving for academic excellence and lifelong learning, developing individual gifts, valuing Christian service, and fostering responsible members for society.

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FAITH-FILLED SCHOOL EXPERIENCES INCLUDE:

• Religious instruction • Campus ministry office • Mass offerings • Daily prayer • Weekly communion service • KAIROS retreats • Senior retreat team • Bridges • Dominican Preachers • Service

6,279

SERVICE HOURS COMPLETED FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR

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Counseling & Advising

Giving witness to Christ by our lives, as well as by our teaching.

Rosary High School offers a comprehensive school counseling program designed to assist students in achieving personal growth in all aspects of life.

Our counselors support students with academic development; aid students in exploring their passions, interests, and talents to promote college/career readiness; and provide a safe space to help students with any social/emotional concerns that may arise.

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OF GRADUATES ARE COLLEGEBOUND AND 3% ARE ENTERING MILITARY SERVICE

SERVICES INCLUDE: • Course selection • Academic guidance • Personal counseling • Group counseling • College, financial aid, and career advising • ACT and SAT practice test • Naviance

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Information Tuition Tuition is determined on a yearly basis.

Needs-based Assistance Funds from the Dominican Sisters subsidy and the Tuition Assistance Fund assist families who meet the criteria for need-based assistance.

Merit-based Scholarships Due to the generosity of alumnae, friends, and foundations, Rosary is able to offer scholarships to exceptional students.

Tuition Savings: Dual-College Credit and AP Credit College credit courses in math and science from Waubonsee Community College are taught on Rosary’s campus.

Advanced Placement courses/exams are available in multiple subjects. College credit may be given due to the coursework they have mastered in Rosary’s core and language classes.

Accreditation Rosary High School is fully accredited

by AdvancEd and the Illinois Office of Education.

Transportation A morning bus service and car pooling is available.

More information can be found under the Recruitment/Enrollment tab at www.rosaryhs.com.

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Where We’re From Rosary students come from 62 grade schools throughout the Chicagoland area. Students commute to Rosary by car, bus, and train. With easy access off I-88, a provided bus system along the Fox River, and a daily pick-up at the Aurora train station, Rosary makes it easier to access its exceptional education.

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CITIES AND TOWNS THROUGHOUT THE CHICAGOLAND AREA ARE HOME TO ROSARY STUDENTS

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Elgin South Elgin 290

Campton Hills

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St. Charles 355

Geneva Batavia

Sycamore Malta

Dekalb Maple Park

Big Rock

West Chicago

Elburn

North Aurora

Sugar Grove

Lombard

Winfield 88

Chicago q Clarendon Hills

Naperville

Aurora

Lisle 55

Montgomery

355 55

Yorkville

Plainfield

Sheridan Newark Minooka

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Bolingbrook

Oswego Plano Sandwich

290

Joliet

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Where We’re Going Rosary graduates are accepted for admission to a wide selection of colleges, universities, and institutes, allowing them to choose the type of education that best meets their overall and long-term educational goals.

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COLLEGES IN

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STATES

SOME OF THE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES THAT HAVE ACCEPTED ROSARY GRADUATES

Art Institute of Chicago Baylor University Benedictine University Berklee College of Music Boston College Brown University Butler University Colorado State University DePaul University Duke University Georgetown University Harvard Illinois Institute of Technology Loyola University, Chicago Marquette University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Naval Academy New York University Northwestern North Central College Ohio State University Purdue University Saint Louis University Syracuse University U.S. Air Force Academy University of Chicago University of Illinois University of Iowa University of Michigan University of Missouri University of Notre Dame University of Wisconsin Valparaiso University Vanderbilt University Villanova University West Point Yale University

Schedule a Shadow Day Every eighth grader is strongly encouraged to come to Rosary to experience what a day of school is like at Rosary. Each eighth grader will be hosted by a freshman with similar academic and extracurricular interests. Shadows are asked to dress casually and arrive at 7:45 a.m. and be picked up at 3:15 p.m. Lunch is provided.

Visit www.rosaryhs.com/shadow for the most current shadow day information.

Recruitment and Enrollment Timeline OCTOBER 2021

q Practice Entrance Exam

Saturday, October 16

q Open House

Sunday, October 17 q Practice Entrance Exam Saturday, October 30 NOVEMBER 2021

q Parochial School Open House #1

Monday, November 8

q Parochial School Open House #2

Monday, November 15

q Parochial School Open House #3

Monday, November 29

DECEMBER 2021

q Open House

Thursday, December 2

q Entrance Exam

Saturday, December 4 (To be considered for scholarships, students must take the entrance exam offered in December)

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q Financial Aid Application Deadline

December 31

JANUARY 2022

q Entrance Exam

Saturday, January 8

FEBRUARY 2022

q Class of 2026 Acceptance Party

Friday, February 25

MARCH 2022

q Class of 2026 Registration

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q 7th Grade Royal Ramp Up

901 N. Edgelawn Drive • Aurora, Illinois 60506 • (630) 896-0831 admissions@rosaryhs.com

Saturday, March 5 Friday, March 11