ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL

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Strong character is the cornerstone of our vibrant school community. It’s what gives us the drive to excel in academics, on the sports field,on the stage, and in service to others. Excellence and ethics are intertwined in everything we do.

At Archbishop Ryan High School, we care about the whole person--body, mind and soul. We guide each student toward a deeper understanding of their faith and help them realize their full intellectual, moral and spiritual potential--to lead successful, meaningful lives in today’s ever-changing world.

Academic excellence is central to our mission. A rigorous curriculum taught by skilled, dedicated teachers equips our students with the skills necessary for success in the 21st Century.

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Archbishop Ryan High School, a Catholic, coeducational school, is committed to empowering students

to become contributing members of our Church and society. In partnership with family and community,

the faculty strives to teach as Jesus did by providing spiritual, social, and service opportunities for growth.

Through a comprehensive academic curriculum, the faculty challenges students to become well-rounded, life-long learners.

Our Mission

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BUILDING KNOWLEDGE AND INTELLECT

Our FacultyArchbishop Ryan is proud to have a dedicated team of highly qualified and caring teachers, known and respected for their high standards and commitment to their students and to their teaching. Our teachers are vital members of our Archbishop Ryan family and contribute to our rich culture in countless ways.

Immersive classes enable our teachers to interact with all students and to get to know each individual. Our teachers go above and beyond to inspire students, keep them engaged, and provide the best quality Catholic education possible.

Classroom learning is supportive and dynamic with student-centered and engaging lessons. Students are encouraged to develop academic goals, good study habits, and a positive work ethic.

At Archbishop Ryan, academic excellence is about more than just grades and test scores. It’s about fostering creativity and innovation, and building core knowledge and critical skills for 21st century success. We strive to provide dynamic learning experiences inside and outside the classroom, and encourage students to ask questions, seek answers, communicate, collaborate and solve complex problems.

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BUILDING KNOWLEDGE AND INTELLECT

We inspire students to be self-motivated, lifelong learners by engaging their intellect and sparking their imaginations. The result? Our graduates go on to many excellent colleges--equipped with the academic skills and character traits they will need to become tomorrow’s leaders.

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BUILDING KNOWLEDGE AND INTELLECT

Our Curriculum

Archbishop Ryan’s academic program is based on a traditional liberal arts curriculum. We believe that education should be more than the acquisition of facts--and that the primary focus should be on training the intellect as fully as possible. To that end, we adhere to rigorous and well-rounded academic requirements.

Over four years, our students gain a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and develop an appreciation for the aesthetic, moral, and religious dimensions of life.

Our curriculum is designed to develop each student’s ability to write well, think logically, and make informed decisions. Following our school mission, dedicated teachers challenge students to work to their God-given potential. Curriculum, instruction, assessment, and appropriate academic interventions are aligned with these high standards to support our students.

At Archbishop Ryan, teachers embrace

technology and take a dynamic, innovative

approach in integrating technology into instruction

and classroom learning. All students have access to

cutting-edge technology on campus and from home.

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THE ARCHBISHOP RYAN CURRICULUM INCLUDES: � 11 Advanced Placement Courses Offered

� Over 30 elective courses can be chosen for further study

� Four years of a Christ-centered theology curriculum

� All four years of English follow the Na-tional Common Core Curriculum

� Two years of journalism offered � Only Archdiocesan High School to offer

Computer Aided Drafting as a full-year course

� Many science classes meet in two newly renovated labs

� Four years offered of French, Italian, and Spanish

� Two years of Latin are available for study � Three separate courses in accounting are

available � Many courses available for the study of

music, from beginner to advanced � Music technology courses utilize our

state-of-the-art iMac Piano Lab � An elective course in theater arts � A four year study of art is offered with a

variety of media, techniques, and subject matter

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SHAPING FAITH AND CHARACTER

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Our Catholic Identity

Putting Faith into Action

Our active school ministry program is a vital part of our learning community and provides many opportunities for students to grow and share their faith—and to put their faith into action. Students are invited to attend Mass every morning in the school chapel. But whether they choose to attend or not, their spiritual growth is assured. Throughout their four years, starting with the Freshman Opening Liturgy and culminating with the Kairos experience, students are encouraged to discover themselves and cultivate their relationship with God.

Christian Service

Service to others is built into the Catholic approach to education. At Ryan, this is a part of every student’s experience. Service opportunities such as distributing Thanksgiving meals to neighbors, preparing casseroles for the guests of Saint John’s Hospice, or supporting Catholic service organizations, allows each student the opportunity to experience the joy of giving. However, we at Ryan believe that not only do we give when we participate in service projects, but we receive as well. We learn about others, we learn about ourselves, and we gain insight into the world.

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Our Catholic IdentityArchbishop Ryan’s Catholic Identity is integral to the heart and soul of the school—helping students to form faith-filled lives and motivating a genuine desire to serve others. Daily theology classes allow students to incorporate and share their personal faith experiences, make connections to the world around them, and ask important questions.

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STUDENT LIFE & SCHOOL SPIRIT!

The ArtsAt Ryan, We Support the Arts!

Students may elect to take Art, Band, or Vocal Arts as part of their daily schedule. This adds a rich dimension to their education and is a wonderful creative outlet for all to enjoy. Every December and May, Archbishop Ryan is proud to showcase its students’ talents with an Art Show at which we highlight the artistic accomplishments of students in a variety of areas: visual, musical, and performing arts.

Students may also participate in the two annual school musicals: a popular tradition at Archbishop Ryan. Recent productions include: Annie, A Christmas Carol, Hairspray, and Footloose. Ryan is also home to a black-box theater in which shows are staged and performed in a smaller setting while also providing a classroom for our Theater Arts students to learn about stage production.

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Leadership Opportunities

Time for Fun!

At Archbishop Ryan, you’ll have many opportunities to learn and grow. As challenging and rewarding as you’ll find your academic pursuits, you will still have time for fun and expanding your horizons. You can take part in the spring musical, contribute to the newspaper or yearbook, or simply enjoy a Friday night dance. The activities program gives every student a chance to participate.

What you learn outside of the classroom can be as meaningful and significant as what you learn inside. Archbishop Ryan offers many clubs, organizations, and athletic teams to assist all students in developing their own personal interests. Some groups have academic affiliation, while others focus on special interests, community service, or cultural diversity.

Clubs & Organizations

Algebra Tutoring ClubAnimal Rights Club

AmbassadorsAmerican Math Competition

Concert BandArt Club

Beatles ClubBoard/Video Game Club

Book ClubChess Club

ChorusCommunity Service Corps

Computer ClubDance ClubFrench Club

Future Engineers ClubHealth Careers Club

MathletesMinistry Aides

Musical TheaterNational Honor Society

No Place for HatePhilosophy Club

Ryan for LifeRyan Spirit Club

Ryan Review NewspaperSpeech & Debate

Stage CrewStudent CongressStudent Council

Tri-M Honor SocietyTV Studio/Media Aides

World Affairs ClubYearbook

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STUDENT LIFE & SCHOOL SPIRIT!

AthleticsAt Archbishop Ryan, athletic tradition has long been committed to excellence, both on and off the playing field. Educating the whole person translates into student-athletes exercising all dimensions--mind, body, and spirit.

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Our student-athletes and coaches are loyal to their teams and committed to their Alma Mater. We expect sportsmanship and teamwork of our student-athletes, along with competition at the highest level.

Ryan offers students many opportunities to participate in a rigorous athletic program. The varsity sports program participates in the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) as part of the Philadelphia Catholic League.

Boys

BaseballBasketballBowlingCross CountryFootballGolfIce HockeyIndoor TrackLacrosseRugbySoccerSwimmingTennisTrack & Field

Girls

BasketballBowlingCheerleadingCross CountryField HockeyGolfIndoor TrackLacrosseSoccerSoftballSwimmingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyball

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ADMISSIONS

Admissions: Welcome!

ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID

Admissions

Open House

We hope you’ll join us for Open House and get on our mailing list, so we can keep you in the loop on all the exciting events and activities at Archbishop Ryan. Please call or email our Admissions Office to inquire about our shadow program and see all we have to offer up-close.

Shadow Program

The goal of the Archbishop Ryan High School Shadow Program is to assist prospective students in making an informed decision con-cerning their enrollment at Archbishop Ryan. Students currently in the eighth grade and/or transfer students from another high school are eligible for the program.

To register for a shadow day please contact Ms. Pam McPeak at pmcpeak@archbishopryan.com. Please include name of student, current school attending, home contact information, particular interests (if any) and at least 2 dates you would like us to consider for a shadow date.

8th Grade Scholarship Test

Based on the results of the scholarship test, four-year scholarships will be awarded to 50 or more eighth graders. The award amount is $1000, $2000 or $3000 per year. Eighth grade students on our mailing list will receive an application to take this test during the fall. The application can also be printed from our website. Click on Admissions.

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Families are invited to attend an Open House. Check the website for dates.

All prospective students are also invited to spend a day at Archbishop Ryan through our shadow program. Please contact the Admissions Office to schedule a visit.

Applications may be sent to:

Archbishop Ryan High School

Admissions Office11201 Academy Road

Philadelphia, PA 19154

For information, please call the Admissions Office at (215) 637-1800, ext. 281 or email pmcpeak@archbish-opryan.com

ADMISSIONS

Financial Aid at Archbishop Ryan

Parents considering enrolling their child at Ryan can schedule a meeting to discuss tuition assistance and to review the family’s potential eligibility for various forms of tuition assistance.Appointments may be made to explore tuition assistance programs with the Admissions Director. Call the Admissions Office: 215.637.1800 ext. 281.

The Advancement Office coordinates an extensive fundraising program that defrays costs and funds several tuition assistance programs. For the 2011-2012 school year, the amount of tuition assistance and funding for school programs from organizations and individuals was almost $1,000,000.

Archbishop Ryan High School’s tuition assistance is handled through the President’s Office and the Admissions Office. This includes specific scholarship and financial aid programs such as: the Officer Danny Boyle Foundation Scholarship, the Dave Palmer Memorial Foundation Scholarship, Ryan Responds, the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program, Sponsor A Student, the Alumni Tuition Assistance Program and others. Each case is addressed individu-ally only after families have applied through Archdiocesan programs described below. Appli-cations become available at the end of January and the end of August. For information as to when applications are available, check the website: www.archbishopryan.com.

Archdiocesan Grants

The major source of financial assistance at Archbishop Ryan is administered through the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Grants are awarded based upon the need across all diocesan secondary schools. Please note:

• Applications are available in the Finance Office and President’s Office in January.• The filing deadline is April 15th. Early filing is recommended.• The application, latest copy of W-2 Form and tax forms and application fee must be

forwarded directly to the Archdiocese.

An additional Archdiocesan tuition assistance source is the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, administered through Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools (BLOCS) and an independent financial analysis organization, Private School Aid Service (PSAS).

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11201 Academy Road Philadelphia, PA 19154 215-637-1800 www.archbishopryan.com

Fast Facts• More than 1500 students

• Student-Teacher ratio: 21-1

• Fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

• Extensive Fine Arts Program

• iPad labs and Video-Conferencing

• Library/Media Center equipped with cutting-edge technology and resources

• Computer/Projector in all classrooms; most classrooms equipped with smartboards

• 11 Advanced Placement courses

• 40,000 alumni spanning 45+ years form our vibrant Archbishop Ryan family

• Financial assistance available for students