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YOUR SUCCESS STARTS HERE

ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL

50 Years of Excellencein Academics

and Student Life

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YOUR SUCCESS STARTS HERE... Something wonderful is about to happen. You are on a path to discovering Archbishop Ryan High School. From Academy Road, it may look like other high schools but I assure when you walk through the door you will find something special, something worthwhile. It is a school that remains steadfast in its mission and Catholic identity with the strategic purpose of transforming the students who enter our halls into the citizens and business leaders of tomorrow. The opportunities for community service, leadership, athletics and extra-curricular activities provide an experience that is second to none. Archbishop Ryan High School faculty members and administrators are committed to academic excellence and challenge all students to their greatest potential. The administrative team, faculty and staff together with a principal whose dedication and commitment is unparalleled as the academic leader, strive for excellence for our students. Together we are committed to securing Ryan’s position as a premier center of secondary education in Philadelphia. Know that at Archbishop Ryan, students experience a sense of community and receive an education that will serve as grounding for a life that is productive, rewarding, and socially responsible.

Sincerely,

Denise LePeraPresidentPresident@ArchbishopRyan.com

Integrity

Respect

Innovation

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 students toward a deeper understanding of their faith and help them realize their full intellectual, moral and spiritual potential. We believe our graduates will 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.

Congratulations to the Class of 2016 who graduated this past June. The Class of 2016 had many great accomplishments in their four years of school at Archbishop Ryan High School and truly lived the phrase Excellence in Academics and Student Life. Here is a list of their accomplishments:

CLASS OF 2016HIGHLIGHTS

• Earned over 26 million dollars in college scholarships

• 95% of the class will be attending college or entering the Armed Services

• These colleges include Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh, Michigan State University, Pennsylvania State University, Temple University, the United States Naval Academy, and numerous other services and colleges.

• Performed over 8,130 hours of community service

• 3 Mathlete Championships• 6 Dad Vail Regatta Poster Contest Winners• 8 Major Weekend Play Performances• 9 Philadelphia Catholic League

Championships• Over 50 All-Catholic Recipients

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CHARTING THE COURSE FOR A LIFETIME OF LEARNING AND GROWTH

Academic excellence is about more than just grades and test scores. It’s achieved by fostering creativity and innovation, and building core knowledge and critical skills for 21st century success. For 50 years, Archbishop Ryan has provided dynamic learning experiences inside and outside the classroom, and encourage students to ask questions, seek answers, communicate, collaborate

and solve complex problems. We encourage students to be self-motivated, lifelong learners by engaging their intellects 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.

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. Our teachers are vital members of our family and contribute to our rich culture in countless ways.

Engaging 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 lessons. Our students develop academic goals, strong study habits, and a positive work ethic.

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OFFERING THE BASICS, COMPLEMENTED BY THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY

Our CurriculumArchbishop Ryan’s academic program is based on a traditional liberal arts curriculum. Education should be more than the acquisition of facts – and 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.

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, through a partnership with the Jesuit Virtual Learning Academy, students have the opportunity to take supplemental courses in classes such as astronomy and video game design. We are also proud partners with Holy Family University, which allows juniors and seniors the ability to take college-level courses here at Ryan, taught by Holy Family professors for both high school and college credit.

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.

Academic Highlights• Over 95% of our graduates attend college• Over 26 million dollars awarded in college

scholarships for the class of 2016• 11 AP Courses including Advanced Writing

and Mathematics• Only area high school with 9th Grade AP

Course in World History• Strong four year science program including

AP classes and Forensic Science• Bonaventure Program for Students with

Diagnosed Learning Disabilities• College Courses through Holy Family

University Partnership• 4 Year Programs in both Art and

Instrumental Music• Literacy Initiative for Excellence in Partnership

with the University of Pennsylvania• State of the art course in Digital Literacy• Virtual Learning Course through Jesuit

Virtual Learning Academy• Shadowing program with local businesses and

Holy Family University through the Northeast Chamber of Commerce

Athletic Highlights• 40 Boys’ and Girls’ Sports Teams at the

Freshman, Junior Varsity, Varsity, and Club Level

• 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 Philadelphia Catholic League Girls’ Soccer Champions

• 2014, 2015, and 2016 Philadelphia Catholic League Girls’ Softball Champions

• 2016 District 12 Girls’ Swimming Champions• 2016 Philadelphia Catholic League Boys’

Ice Hockey Champions• 2013, 2014, 2016 Philadelphia Catholic

League Cheerleading Champions

Clubs/Activities Highlights • Over 30 clubs ~ Something for every student!• Winners of the past 22 out of 24 Philadelphia

Catholic League Mathlete Championships• The Performing Arts Center for the

Archdiocese of Philadelphia• Partnership with the Philadelphia Museum

of Art for the Art Futures Program• 2014 and 2015 Dad Vail Regatta

Poster Winners• Winners of the 2016 Archdiocesan Art Show

ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL 2016-17 FAST FACTS:

EQUIPPING SAINTS FOR LIFE IN THIS WORLD AND THE NEXT

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Our active school ministry program is a vital part of our Christ-centered 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.

Service to others is built into the Catholic approach to education. This is a part of every student’s experience. Service opportunities such as preparing meals for the guests of Blessed Sarnelli Community, collecting and distributing Thanksgiving baskets to neighbors, visiting area nursing homes, preparing casseroles for the guests of Saint John’s Hospice, or supporting Catholic service organizations, allow each student the opportunity to experience the joy of giving. However, we believe that not only do we give when we participate in service projects, but we receive as well. We learn about the nature of God, about others, about ourselves, and about the world in which we live.

Our Catholic IdentityCatholic Identity is integral to the heart and soul of Archbishop Ryan High 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.

Putting Faith into Action Christian Service

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The Interests of Today Become the Careers of TomorrowDuring high school years students will recognize burgeoning interests that for many will serve as the foundation for future careers and community involvement. In combination with a solid core curriculum these interests can be explored and refined to provide each student with better idea of what a future path may look like. There are dozens of extracurricular activities available. Pursuits in journalism, politics, math, debate, communications and philosophy are just some of the clubs offered. Students will earn priceless experiences to take with them wherever their futures lead.

Always aware that fun and social interaction is an integral part of each student’s life, school sponsored dances, competitive sports and student government participation are additional options to enjoy.

CLUBS/ACTIVITIESAmbassadorAmerican Math CompetitionARHS Concert BandArt ClubBook Club/Book SwapCommunity Service CorpsChorusCreative Writers/PoetsFuture Business LeadersFuture EngineersHealth CareersInteract ClubJV & Varsity MathletesMinistryMock Trial TeamMusical TheaterNational English Honor

SocietyNational Honor SocietyNo Place for HateOrchestra/Concert BandRyan For LifeRyan PrideRyan ReviewSelect ClubSewing ClubSpeech & Debate/

Student CongressStage CrewStrategy Games/Chess ClubStudent CouncilTable TennisTV & MediaYearbook

ENCOURAGING ARTISTIC TALENTS TO SHINE

Emerging talents are cultivated through participation in Art, Band or Vocal Arts as part of a student’s daily schedule. We encourage students to recognize their special gifts and we provide multiple outlets through which they can realize their full potential. Twice annually Archbishop Ryan showcases its students’ creativity with an Art Show, highlighting artistic talent in visual, musical and performing arts.

Archbishop Ryan is home to a proud tradition of biannual school musicals that delight audiences from throughout the area. Recent productions include Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella. Theater enthusiasts are also offered the special experience of black-box theater, in which shows are staged and performed in smaller settings while also providing a classroom for our students to learn about stage production. Fostering creativity within the framework of commitment and collaboration, students can share in pursuits that they will treasure for a lifetime.

At Ryan, We are Alive with the Arts!

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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BUILDING CHARACTER IN THE PURSUIT OF VICTORY

BOYSBaseballBasketballBowlingCross-CountryFootballGolfIce HockeyIndoor TrackLacrosseRugbySoccerSwimmingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyballWrestling

GIRLSBasketballBowlingCheerleadingCross-CountryField HockeyGolfIndoor TrackLacrosseRugbySoccerSoftballSwimmingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyball

Archbishop Ryan has a long and proud athletic tradition with a strong commitment to excellence and competitive ethics. Winning, losing and playing the game are as much a part of life as they are of athletics. Experienced coaches, trainers and administrators foster a character-building atmosphere in which our student-athletes compete for victory at the highest levels. Ryan’s varsity sports program participates in the prestigious Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) and as part of the iconic Philadelphia Catholic League. Student athletes will learn that practice, commitment, teamwork and maturity are a road map for future success in all endeavors.

Archbishop Ryan High School welcomes all prospective students who wish to visit and experience the academic excellence, pride and spirit of the Ryan community.

HOW CAN YOU BEST LEARN ABOUT RYAN?• Attend our Fall or Spring Open Houses to meet our students, faculty members, athletic coaches, and

administrators. Let our students be your tour guides for the day.• Register for one of our Information and Financial Assistance Nights to learn more in-depth about our

excellence in academics and student life.• Shadow a Ryan student any day of the week by attending classes, participating in the events of the day,

and receiving a free lunch.• Join us for our Fall or Spring plays, or come out to a sporting event to see the pride and passion displayed

by our students!

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION ASSISTANCEArchbishop Ryan students earn more than $1,000,000 in scholarships and tuition assistance every year, including more than $250,000 annually in alumni scholarships. In fact, this past year, 92% of families that applied for financial aid received assistance.

ENTRANCE AND SCHOLARSHIP EXAMAll 8th grade students interested in attending Archbishop Ryan must take the Entrance and Scholarship Exam to be accepted. Entrance and Scholarship Exams taken prior to December 31 qualify students for academic scholarships.

FINANCIAL AIDFamilies are required to complete the Smart Aid Application for Financial Assistance. Applications can be found online at ArchbishopRyan.com/Admissions. Applications received by November 1st will be notified by December 31st. Financial Aid awards are made on a first come, first serve basis. Financial Aid packages are allocated on a one year basis only.

ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID

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Academy of Art UniversityAlbright CollegeAlvernia CollegeArcadia UniversityAria Health School of NursingArt Institute of PhiladelphiaBloomsburg University of PennsylvaniaBryn Athyn CollegeBucknell UniversityBucks County Community CollegeCabrini UniversityCedar Crest CollegeChestnut Hill CollegeCoastal Carolina UniversityCommunity College of PhiladelphiaDelaware Valley UniversityDeSales UniversityDickinson CollegeDrexel UniversityEast Stroudsburg University of PennsylvaniaFarleigh Dickinson UniversityFull Sail UniversityGeorge Mason UniversityGeorgetown UniversityGeorgia Institute of TechnologyGeorgia Perimeter CollegeGwynedd-Mercy CollegeHarrisburg University of Science & TechnologyHofstra UniversityHoly Family UniversityImmaculata UniversityIndiana University of PennsylvaniaIona CollegeJohnson & Wales UniversityJuniata CollegeKing’s CollegeKutztown University of PennsylvaniaLaSalle UniversityLincoln Technical InstituteLock Haven University of PennsylvaniaLong Island UniversityLoyola UniversityManhattan College

Manor CollegeMansfield UniversityMaryland Institute College of ArtMarywood UniversityMichigan State UniversityMillersville University of PennsylvaniaMonmouth UniversityMontgomery County Community CollegeNeumann UniversityMoravian CollegeNew Jersey’s Science and Technology UniversityNew York Institute of TechnologyOhio State UniversityPennsylvania State UniversityPhiladelphia UniversityRestaurant School at Walnut Hill CollegeRider UniversityRochester Institute of TechnologyRosemont UniversityRutgers, the State University of New JerseySaint Francis UniversitySaint Joseph’s UniversitySaint Mary’s CollegeSavannah College of Art and DesignShippensburg University of PennsylvaniaSaint John’s UniversityTemple UniversityUnited States Air Force AcademyUnited States Naval AcademyUniversity of PennsylvaniaUniversity of PittsburghUniversity of South FloridaUniversity of TampaUniversity of the ArtsUniversity of the Sciences in PhiladelphiaUrsinus CollegeVillanova UniversityWesley CollegeWest Chester University of PennsylvaniaWest Point Military AcademyWheeling Jesuit UniversityWidener UniversityYork College of Pennsylvania

A History of ExcellenceThe Many Colleges and Universities our Ragdolls and Raiders are Currently Attending

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ADMISSION EVENTSSHADOW PROGRAMExperience a day as an Archbishop Ryan studentBegins September 26th

OPEN HOUSESThursday, October 20, 2016, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMSunday, March 5, 2017, 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM 8TH GRADE ENTRANCE AND SCHOLARSHIP EXAM(All incoming students are required to take test)Registration begins at 8:30 AM, Followed by the test at 9:00 AM Saturday, October 22, 2016 Saturday, November 12, 2016 Saturday, December 10, 2016

YOUR SUCCESS STARTS HERE

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

INFORMATION AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE NIGHTSProgram begins at 6:00 PM Thursday, November 3, 2016 Thursday, December 1, 2016 Wednesday, January 11, 2017 7TH GRADE VISITATION DAYWednesday, March 29, 2017 7TH GRADE SPELLING BEESaturday, April 8, 2017

Pam McPeak ’78Admissions Director

Admissions@ArchbishopRyan.com215-637-1800, Ext. 281

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