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Aquinas High School is a coeducational Catholic High School located in San Bernardino and is available to students throughout the San Bernardino Diocese. Aquinas offers education of the whole person through experiences that incorporate the spiritual, academic, athletic and social aspects of development. Students are challenged to develop their full potential by pursuing excellence in the coursework outlined to meet their needs. A deepening of faith experiences is provided through participation with parents, faculty and staff in the Eucharist and other liturgical experiences. Academics are a channel to acquire information, develop critical thinking skills, explore decision-making processes and appreciate learning as a lifelong goal. Other extra-curricular activities provide opportunities to participate more fully in the social life of the school community. Aquinas High School is dedicated and committed to helping our students strive to do their best. Our Catholic tradition enables the entire community to develop and share a common vision.

Upland Chrisitan Academy is an accredited, college preparatory school located in Rancho Cucamonga. We serve close to 400 students in grades K-12. Our mission is "to educate students by integrating academic excellence with a Christian worldview, equipping them to impact their world for Christ." UC Academy is an independent, non-denominational Christian school. Parents and students are not required to be Christians to attend the school; however, they must be supportive of the school's mission, philosophy, and doctrinal position. A major emphasis of our academic program is to prepare students for college. UC Academy is accredited with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Our high school courses are approved by the University of California and the California State College systems.

Wesleyan School is anchored in the Christian faith and acknowledges reliance upon God as Creator, Jesus Christ as Lord and the Holy Spirit as the Divine Presence in the world. The Wesleyan community welcomes students of diverse racial, cultural and religious backgrounds. The programs at Wesleyan promote spiritual, intellectual, physical and social growth. Through daily living, the school strives to create a community which exemplifies Christian values and demonstrates their implications for the individual and society.

Archbishop Stepinac High School has provided a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum, grounded in Roman Catholic values and traditions, for over 60 years. Today, Archbishop Stepinac has approximately 800 students from Westchester, Bronx, Rockland, and Putnam Counties, as well as Connecticut.

The Montfort Academy is a classical curriculum Roman Catholic high school for boys and girls faithful to the Magisterium of the Church. We promote the highest ideals of faith and character, scholarship, citizenship, sportsmanship, integrity, and moral development by providing our students a priceless and unparalleled education and love of learning that will last a lifetime and beyond their life on earth. We follow a 2,000 year old curriculum that has produced some of the greatest inventors, scientists, statesmen, and saints. The Catholic faith infuses every aspect of academic, spiritual, and extracurricular endeavor, including sports. Our four-year classical program teaches the best that man has ever thought, said, or done in the world. Montfort prepares her students for a life of success and virtue in this world so they can be with God forever in the next world. As a fun and safe place for boys and girls to grow up, Montfort is filled with joy, love, and a deep, genuine sense of family. At Montfort, students Seek Wisdom, Practice Virtue, and Keep the Faith.

Founded in 1946, Notre Dame of West Haven is rooted in the Congregation of Holy Cross’s tradition, specializing in the education of young men. The school offers a rigorous college-prep curriculum with honors, AP, and dual-credit courses, preparing 97% of graduates for higher education. Hands-on learning and personalized support help students reach their full potential, fostering academic excellence and personal growth. Notre Dame’s strong sense of brotherhood and pride creates a respectful and inclusive community. Students thrive not only in academics but also through sports, arts, clubs, and meaningful community service. This holistic approach ensures they develop into well-rounded individuals who embody the values of a Holy Cross education.

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Cardinal Mooney Catholic is a private college preparatory co-educational high school. Our goal is to provide a faith-filled, highly engaging, well-rounded academic experience that allows our students to become critical thinkers and excel in 21st century skills.

Bishop Garcia Diego High School is an independent catholic co-educational secondary school that welcomes students of all faiths and provides them with the spiritual, personal, and intellectual knowledge to meet the enduring challenge of realizing their God-given potential in a multi-cultural society.

At its core, Thetford Academy is an independent school with a public purpose. For nearly 200 years, the Academy has served as the community school for the town of Thetford and a school of choice for neighbors in surrounding areas. Today, students come from more than a dozen towns in Vermont and New Hampshire, and from countries around the world, to become a part of this close-knit educational community. Every day, Thetford Academy fulfills its educational mission to celebrate the worth of all students, to nurture their strengths, and to challenge them to reach their potential. At TA, highly qualified teachers, recognized for their innovative approach to teaching and learning, are passionate about engaging every student. And with more than 100 courses, TA`s curriculum is designed to be flexible and accessible. The Academy embraces a diverse community of students with a wide range of learning styles. It asks both teachers and students to experiment, stretch their boundaries, and take risks as learners. In this environment-where diversity is acknowledged, respected, and celebrated-students gain the skills they need to take advantage of life`s opportunities and the tools they need to overcome its challenges.

Basketball, Baseball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, & Track and Field, Volleyball. St. Paul also offers more than 25 academic and social clubs.

The mission of The Greenwich Country Day School is to enable all children in our care to discover and to develop what is finest in themselves- to achieve high standards in their studies, in their play, and in their character. We are committed to the ideal of a coeducational family school. We recognize that every child is an individual who possesses unique talents and abilities. In an elementary school program, we promote consideration of others, value diversity, and teach respect for all people. The Greenwich Country Day School maintains high academic standards, a broad and balanced curriculum, and time-honored traditions. We encourage children to take intellectual risks. The school prepares students for rigorous secondary school studies and endeavors to foster a love of learning that endures. We believe the quality of our faculty is essential to the achievement of our mission. The Greenwich Country Day School challenges students in mind, body, and spirit-for their personal growth and for the common good.

Central Catholic was founded by Brother Florentius and the Marist Brothers of the Schools in 1935, to provide boys from Lawrence and vicinity the previously unavailable opportunity to receive a Catholic high school education. Central Catholic High School, established and conducted by the Marist Brothers of the Schools, is dedicated to the mission of Saint Marcellin Champagnat: to make Jesus known and loved among young people. Preparing hearts and minds for college and for life, Central Catholic promotes the spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional and physical growth of the whole person. Students are readied to assume their place as competent and compassionate members of the church and the human family. Faculty and students form a Christian living community in which the dignity of each person is respected. Central Catholic shows particular regard for students who are educationally at-risk and economically disadvantaged. Every student is encouraged to develop their God-given talents and use them in the service of others, particularly the least favored. Central Catholic High School, licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

In the brief history of the school, Notre Dame Preparatory and Marist Academy have established itself as one of the premier college preparatory schools in Michigan. By offering faith-based guidance, a diverse and rigorous curriculum, fine and performing arts, and championship athletics at every level, NDPMA students develop the character, leadership, and skills necessary to be successful throughout life.

Barrie School's student-centered, teacher-guided interdisciplinary education promotes the academic, athletic, artistic, and social growth of the individual. Our Montessori Lower, dynamic Middle, and college-focused Upper Schools form a welcoming community that emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, and respect for self, others, and the environment. Barrie empowers students to develop the confidence, independent thinking, and teamwork essential for world citizenship.

The mission of The Miami Valley School is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. As the Dayton area's only independent college-preparatory school, MVS is committed to the highest quality of educational excellence, combined with personal attention and in-depth experiential learning opportunities.

East Catholic exists to educate young men and women according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Building on Catholic tradition and teaching, we provide an integrated approach to learning in an authentically Catholic and yet ecumenically sensitive community. Within this faith community, we strive to recognize God

Located in Axton, VA, Carlisle School sets the standard in our region for excellence in education. We provide a challenging curriculum in a nurturing learning environment where children will grow academically and socially. Our small class sizes give teachers the ability to focus on individual students. Each student’s uniqueness is recognized and fostered, helping to grow their self-esteem so they can reach their true potential in the classroom, stage, or athletic arena.

The Gilbert School is a comprehensive independent middle-senior high school, grades 7–12, in Winsted, Connecticut. Set in the picturesque Litchfield Hills of Northwestern Connecticut, many prestigious institutions of higher learning are easily accessible. The Gilbert School is equidistant to Boston and New York City and a half an hour from Hartford’s Bradley International Airport.

Rolling Hills Preparatory School works in partnership with parents to develop in their college-bound students disciplined minds, sound character, healthy bodies, and creative spirits, through proven teaching techniques within a stimulating and supportive academic environment. As part of RHP's ongoing self-evaluation and improvement, a group of teachers, trustees and parents meets every few years to discuss the school's mission, and define more closely the learning expectations we have for our graduates.