About Cardinal o'hara high school
Cardinal O'Hara High School: Where Education Meets Franciscan Values
Are you looking for a high school that offers a family-like atmosphere, smaller class sizes, and dedication to Franciscan values? Look no further than Cardinal O'Hara High School. Located in Springfield, Pennsylvania, Cardinal O'Hara has been providing quality education to students for over 50 years.
At Cardinal O'Hara, we believe that every student deserves an education that not only prepares them academically but also instills values such as respect, compassion, and service. Our dedicated faculty and staff work tirelessly to create an environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
Academics at Cardinal O'Hara
Our academic program is designed to challenge students while also providing support when needed. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1, our teachers are able to provide individualized attention to each student. We offer a wide range of courses including honors and Advanced Placement (AP) classes in subjects such as English literature and composition, calculus AB/BC, biology, chemistry, physics C mechanics/electricity & magnetism.
In addition to traditional classroom learning experiences we offer experiential learning opportunities through our STEM program which includes robotics club competitions or the opportunity for students interested in engineering or computer science fields can participate in internships with local businesses.
Athletics at Cardinal O'Hara
We believe that athletics play an important role in the development of well-rounded individuals. Our athletic program offers opportunities for all levels of athletes from beginner level sports like cross country running or swimming up through varsity level sports like football or basketball.
Our teams compete against other schools throughout the region giving our athletes exposure beyond just their own school community. We have had many successful seasons over the years including state championships in football (1999), girls' basketball (2007), boys' soccer (2010), girls' soccer (2012), baseball (2013) among others!
Franciscan Values at Cardinal O'Hara
As a Catholic high school founded on Franciscan values we strive daily towards living out these principles within our community. These values include respect for all people regardless of race religion gender identity sexual orientation socioeconomic status etc., compassion towards those who are less fortunate than ourselves by serving others through volunteer work or fundraising efforts; humility recognizing one's own limitations while striving towards excellence; peacemaking promoting peace within oneself as well as between individuals groups nations etc.; stewardship taking care of God's creation by being responsible stewards over resources entrusted into our care.
We encourage all members of our community - faculty staff parents alumni current students -to live out these values daily so they become ingrained into who we are as individuals collectively shaping us into better citizens contributing positively back into society long after graduation day has passed!
Community Involvement at Cardinal O'Hara
At Cardinal O’Hara High School we believe it is important not only be involved within your own school but also give back outside your immediate community! We encourage all members – faculty staff parents alumni current students –to get involved with local organizations charities non-profits etc., helping make positive change happen wherever possible!
Some examples include volunteering time tutoring underprivileged children after-school programs mentoring youth groups participating food drives homeless shelters animal rescues environmental clean-up projects among many others! By getting involved outside one’s comfort zone it helps broaden horizons develop empathy understanding different perspectives ultimately making us better people overall!
Conclusion:
Cardinal o'hare high school is more than just another educational institution; it's a place where you belong! With its commitment towards academic excellence combined with its dedication towards fostering Franciscan values creating supportive inclusive environment there truly no better place prepare yourself future success whatever path may take you!