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JosephinumAcademics

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How the Jo Prepares Youor the Future

What Jo Girls DoFor Fun!

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JosephinumAthletics Programs

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Josephinum AcademyJosephinum AcademyThe Jo is an academically rigorous Catholiccollege preparatory high school for thepromising young women of Chicago.

The Josephinum Academy harbors a multicultural, values-basedcommunity that empowers young women to become leaders by

nurturing their talents and instilling within them a social awarenessthat inspires them to make a difference.

Josephinum provides a challenging academic experience and asupportive environment with an all-girls setting, small classes, andSacred Heart traditions. Josephinum academics are designed to fullyprepare students for college with an emphasis on critical thinking,analysis, and writing skills.

Josephinum Accreditationsand AssociationsThe Josephinum Academy is accredited by or associated with the fol-lowing organizations:

Member of the Sacred Heart Network Junior Achievement National Honor Society Schools That Can Illinois State Board of Education National Catholic Education Association North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Graduation RequirementsClass/Subject (Credit Hours)

English (4) Freshman Academy (1)Mathematics (4) Physical Education (1)Foreign Language (3) Writing (1)Religion (3) Technology (0.5)Science (3) College Prep (0.5)Social Studies (3) Consumers Education (0.5)Fine Arts (1) Health (0.5)Electives (1) *Completion of the Senior Capstone Project is a graduation requirement.

Minimum Total Credit Hours Required for Graduation (27.0)


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Josephinum AcademicsJosephinum is a professional learning community that offers achallenging academic experience.

A college preparatory education A talented faculty committed to our students Advanced and AP courses in biology, calculus, English, and

Spanish

Josephinum is unique because of the personal attentionthat motivates students to achieve their full potential.

Small class sizes: The Jo averages 17 students per class Our counselor received the Illinois School Counselor

of the Year award in 2010 A college prep class and counselor to assist with college

acceptance,financial aid, scholarships, and success for ourseniors

Josephinum is a community that inspires confident,individual expression and personal growth.

All-girls learning environment that is safe for intellectualexploration and greater leadership opportunities

Mentoring for senior and junior major research projects andfreshmen and sophomore portfolio projects

Freshmen learnabout celldivision in

biology class

Wondering what classes you might take?Here is a typical class schedule* for a Josephinum Freshman:

Physical Science or BiologySurvey Literature or Honors Survey LitAlgebra I or GeometryLunch/Study Hall/Club MeetingsWriting or Honors Writing

Christology or Honors ChristologyForeign Language: French or SpanishFreshman Academy

Life as a Josephinum Freshman:Life as a Josephinum Freshman:

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*Students may

have a blend of

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College Prep and

Honors programs

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Our 2011 College StatsOur 2011 College StatsOver the past four years: 100% of our graduating seniors were accepted

into colleges and universities More than 90% of our seniors graduate on time

In 2011: Over $1,600,000 in college scholarships were

offered to Jo students 82 college scholarships were offered to 20 of our

senior students

Josephinums past four valedictorians received fullcollege scholarships. These women now attend: The University of Chicago Loyola University Chicago

Pomona College (California) Carleton College (Minnesota)

Our 2011valedictorian, Corina

Perez, is attendingCarleton College on afull scholarship from

the PosseFoundation.

Reflections from theJosephinum Class of 2011How do our most recent graduates feel about their time at Josephinum?See for yourself what they had to say!

I learned that withsuccess comes hard work

and hard work is made easierwhen you have supportiveteachers behind you every

step of the way.

-Shakiyla B.,Grand Valley

State U.

Josephinum was likemy second home and like a

family to me. I have learned howto be a strong and successful

young woman.

-Janaria CowleyTuskegee University

I am going tomiss the sisterly

atmosphere. Most ofall I am going to miss the

teachers, the staff, and myclassmates. At Josephinum

I learned you can nevergive up. You have to push

and try really hard toaccomplish your goals.

-Justyna K.,

DePaul University

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Josephinum TechnologyJosephinum TechnologyBeginning this year, all Josephinum students willhave their own netbook computer for school use andat home.

Additionally, Josephinum has two computer labs.Students take Digital Citizenship courses, whichenables them to not only use their creativity andlearn new skills in the world of technology but also

how to use technology appropriately and safely.

Students are exposed to the responsibilities ofrespecting the rights of other creators and howto protect their own work. In addition to DigitalCitizenship, students have an opportunity to learnPhotoshop, build their own websites, and createblogs and videos.

The Josephinum community stays connected throughthe internet even when school is not in session.

Students, parents, and administrators are able totrack students grades, homework, and test schedulesfrom anywhere online.

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I like all-girls education because withoutthe distractions of boys, you really see

your peers for who they are. We can builda stronger sisterhood in a open enviroment

where we all feel comfortable to learn.

-Camile W. 11

Being in an all girls school is thebest way to go if you want to concentrate

on your grades and get into a good college.I wouldnt change being here for the world. My

friends are great and I work hard. The teachers andother staffmembers are really friendly, so youll

never feel out of place here because, well,its an all-girls school!

-Cynthia C. 11

At Josephinum,Girls Come First! All-girls school attendees outscore

their co-ed counterparts on the SAT by anaverage of 28 to 43 points

Nearly 100% of all-girls school grads goon to college

Three times as many alumnae of all-girlsschools plan to become engineers

All-girls school students spend more hoursa week doing homework, attending studygroups, tutoring others, and working withtheir teachers than co-ed school students

Our students have greater opportunities forleadership roles and are equipped to

overcome gender stereotypesand barriers to success.

At the Jo, the valedictorian, themost athletic, the funniest, and thestudent council presidentare alwaysgirls.

What is the best wayto find out if Josephinum

is right for you?

See It Yourself!

Contact Melissa Michaels at773.276.1261 or [email protected]

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What Will You DoAt Josephinum?The Jo has TONS of ways for you to getinvolved! Jo students participate in community

service days, enjoy retreats together, performin our talent shows, attend all-school masses,act in professional plays, party at prom withfriends, travel on class trips, dress up for themedays, cheer at all-school pep rallies, and somuch more!

SpiritualRetreats

DancesPep RalliesJunior Ring CeremonyLock-insMikva ChallengeCareer FairsCultural CelebrationsJanuary Term (J-Term)

National Honor SocietyCommunity Service DaysSpiritual RetreatsFreshman AcademyLiturgical ServicesJo Spirit WeekSchool PlaysCollege FairsTalent ShowsSenior PromField Trips Throughout Chicago & the U.S.Sacred Heart Summer Service ProgramsCongStudent CouncilGarden ClubJosephinum Ambassadors ClubStudent PhilanthropyClass TripsHERStoryPhotographySpanish ClubKarateMath SmartBook ClubSacred Heart Matters

Sewing ClubFrisbeeFilm ClubDance Club

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What does it meanWhat does it meantoto bbe a Sacrede a SacredHeart School?Heart School?Josephinum enjoys being one of over 20 otherschools in the United States Network, yet has

its own identity. The Jo shares the Sacred Heartmission and is guided by the same goals andvalues. Our graduates are committed to:

A personal and active faith in God

A deep respect for intellectual values

A social awareness which impels to action

The building of community as a

Christian value

Personal growth in an atmosphere of

wise freedom

The Network of Sacred Heart Schools iscomposed of twenty-two schools in the UnitedStates. It provides a means of mutual supportthrough sharing of intellectual, spiritual and

other resources in furthering the mission ofSacred Heart education. Member schools havenumerous opportunities for collaboration.Faculty, staff, administrators, and trusteesparticipate in national Network workshopsand seminars. Students benefit from award-winning Network summer service programs,national and international exchange programs,group workshops and opportunities to useshared technology resources including distancelearning.

For more information on the Sacred HeartNetwork, please visit www.sofie.org.

Summer Service Trips with theSacred Heart NetworkJosephinum students have the opportunity to participate in Sacred Heart Summer Service Projects acrossthe country. This year, Josephinum girls t raveled to places like San Francisco and Washington, D.C. workingon projects dealing with immigration reform, feeding the poor, and protecting the environment.

Last summer I went toSprout Creek Farm in

Poughkeepsie, NY for theirEnvironmental Awareness Program.

I learned that I should open myeyes to the bigger picture.

I realize now that I can do smallthings to make a big

difference in the world.

-Kyaira B.

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Josephinum AthleticsPhysical activity and participation in sports buildsconfidence, provides opportunities for leadership, teachesstudents about teamwork, and leads to good health.Josephinum students participate in:

We have pep rallies for all our sports where students andteachers cheer on the Josephinum Cougars to victory!

Basketball2010 Blue

DivisionChampions

BasketballSoccer

VolleyballTrack

SoftballCheerleading

GoCougars!

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Scholarships

Parents CornerParents CornerOur PromiseInvesting in your childs education can be one of the most difficult decisions you willmake as a parent. We at Josephinum want to make sure that your child succeeds inbecoming the best woman she can be. Please call us if you have any questions orconcerns about enrolling or the steps to obtain a great education for your child.

CostsJosephinums cost of education per student is over $11,000 per year; however, our

families pay an average of $200 per month. We do our best to make Josephinumas affordable as possible. Tuition for the 2011-2012 school year is $4,500 withapplicable fees. Thanks to the support of our generous alums and donors, eachstudent receives an instant discount of over $6,000 each year.

Financial AssistanceOver 90% of the student body at Josephinum Academy receives scholarships orFinancial Assistance. Josephinum is proud to keep great education affordable for allfamilies. Please check out the scholarships at right to see if one fits you!

* In order to protect students individual eligibility, schools of the Archdiocese of Chicago support the

policies of the Illinois High School Association. In doing so, Josephinum Academy may not promise oroffer any athletic scholarships of any kind. Violations may result in loss of eligibility for the student,coach and/or school.

President Award*

For 8th grade girls who score in the 85thpercentile and above on the JosephinumAcademy Entrance Exam.

Tuition discount of$3,500 each year atJosephinum.

2012-2013 school year deadline:January 14, 2012

Barat Award*

For 8th grade girls planning to attendJosephinum Academy who demonstrate our thirdinstitutional goal: building a social awarenesswhich impels to action.

Tuition Discount of$1,500 to be spread over fouryears of high school at Josephinum.


Nomination forms available at Josephinum.

Principal Award*

For 8th grade girls who score between the 75th

and 84th percentile on the JosephinumAcademy Entrance Exam.

Tuition Discount of$1,000 each year atJosephinum.


*You must take the Josephinum Entrance Examon Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 8:00am atJosephinum Academy to be eligible for thesescholarships.

Daniel Murphy Scholarship

For highly achieving 8th grade students.Scholarship of up to $4,000 each year for aprivate high school.

2012-2013 school year deadline:October 28, 2011Visit www.dmsf.org for details.

HighSight Scholarship

HighSight awards partial, 4-year scholarshipsfor 8th graders to attend private high schools inChicago. HighSight also provides academic andsocial support to prepare its students to enroll incollege. To qualify for a HighSight scholarship, astudent must:

Be a current 8th grader and live in Chicago Live in a household that exhibitsfinancial

need: income under $45,000 for a family of four Take the entrance exam and be accepted to

the private high school of your choice Apply for financial aid from the private high

school once accepted (continued in next column)

Be able to attend HighSights five-weekFreshman Summer Program starting in July

Be able to participate fully in HighSightsactivities, which include academic studysessions on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings,and on Saturday mornings during the school year.

2012-2013 school year deadline:February 17, 2012Visit www.highsight.org for details.

Holy Family ScholarsFor 8th grade students planning to attend aprivate high school in Chicago who meet thefollowing criteria: Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above

(B average or above) 40 to 55 percentile on 7th grade standardized

test scores in math and reading Evidence of positive academic work ethic

(demonstrated through the required 7th and8th grade report cards)

Demonstration of positive conduct Demonstration of financial need

Scholarships of$2,200- $1,800 per year fora private high school.

2012-2013 school year deadline:November 18, 2011Visit www.hfschicagoscholars.com for details.

LINK Unlimited Scholarship

For African-American 8th grade students withhigh academic achievement who demonstratefinancial need.

Scholarship of up to $4,000 each year for aprivate high school.

2012-2013 school year deadline:December 14, 2011

Madonna Scholarship

For 8th grade girls enrolling in a Catholic HighSchool in Chicago chosen on the following criteria:

Demonstrate family financial need Residency within one of the 60618, 60622,

60634, 60639, 60641, 60647, 60651 ZIP codes Demonstrate scholastic effort Family commitment to partner with school

in order to optimize student growth Willingness to participate in service learning

activity and an extra-curricular activity, and tomake a positive contribution to the school

2012-2013 School year deadline:Must be registered at a Catholic high school byApril 1, 2012Visit madonnafoundation4girls.org for details.

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Research other schools in the areaand you will find that Josephinumsacademics are very strong. Our smallclass sizes and caring teachersfoster a learning atmosphere.

Part of your daughters educationalso involves finding a place that

will give her support. JosephinumsFreshman Academy programhelps new high schoolers becomemore familiar with study skills,gives assistance with homework,and brings out the confidence inthemselves to succeed in highschool and beyond.

We will be happy to talk to youabout your daughters future!Contact the JosephinumAdmissions Office at773.276.1261 ext. 234or via email [email protected].

Important Dates andOther InformationNow that youre ready to invest in your daughterseducation, the following are ways to find out moreabout the school:

Come visit the school with the whole family andtake a personalized tour at our Open House!

Open House Dates:

Sunday, October 23 Noon - 2 pm

Saturday, November 19 10 am - Noon

Wednesday, December 7 5 pm - 7 pm

Sunday, March 4 Noon 2 pm

Have your daughter spend a day at theJo with a member of the freshman classfor a Shadow Day. To sign up, call us at

773.276.1261 ext. 234!

For entrance into the ninth grade, students musttake the High School Entrance Exam.

Josephinum Entrance Exam Date*:

Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 8 am

*Please note the Jo accepts other schools test results.

If you have more questions, please contactthe Josephinum Admissions Office:

Melissa Michaels, Director of Admissions1501 North Oakley Boulevard

Chicago, Illinois 60622Tel: 773.276.1261 ext. 234Email: [email protected]

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Come See Us inWicker Park!Josephinum is located in the beautiful,

hip, safe, and historic Wicker Park

neighborhood in Chicago.

Two L stops, two major bus routes, and

the expressway are just minutes away

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