www.berkscatholic.org

BERKSCATHOLICHIGH SCHOOL

GOD | FAMILY | ACADEMICS | FUN

For more information on how to Be A Saint, please contactNicole Smith, Director of Admissions

610.374.8361 ext. 244 • nsmith@berkscatholic.org

“At Berks Catholic, I wasmore than a number, I was family. Whetherinside or outside the classroom,Berks Catholic challenged me to growacademically and spiritually; preparing me to make a difference in theworld! Come and be part of something great! Go Saints!”–John Foster Class of '12 FirstGraduating Class and Co-President of theStudentBody

After graduating from Berks Catholic John completed his undergraduatedegree at Duquesne University. John is currently a graduate student atthe Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy studying Security Studies andInternational Negotiations & Conflict Resolution.Upon graduation, Johnwill be sworn in as a Foreign Service Officer w/the US Dept. of State wherehe will work overseas at US embassies.

"As a student at Berks Catholic, family is everything. Rooted intradition,academics, and faith. Berks Catholic challenged me to preparefor the next step in life. My Berks Catholic experience not only helped meto perform to my full potential at the college level, it also provided afoundation for professional success." -Jack Naso Class of '13

After graduating from Berks Catholic, Jack completed his undergraduatedegree at the University of Mississippi earning a Bachelor's Degree inIntegrated Marketing and Communications. Currently, Jack is employed byColebrooke Enterprises, where he oversees operations for a large-scaleAmerican flag manufacturer.

"During my time at Berks Catholic, I figured out that I was most passionateabout helping other people through science by taking academically rigorousclasses in several subjects. Most importantly, I had teachers who supported,encouraged, and challenged me every step of the way! I wouldn’t be where Iam today without my BC family! -Baotram Nguyen Class of 2017

Baotram currently attends the University of Pennsylvania studyingbiochemistry. Before choosing to be a Quaker, Baotram had offers from BrownUniversity, Carnegie Mellon University, Dartmouth College, MassachusettsInstitute of Technology, and Penn State Schreyer Honors College.

www.berkscatholic.org

BERKSCATHOLICHIGH SCHOOL

GOD | FAMILY | ACADEMICS | FUN

Berks Catholic High School is centered on the four pillars of God,Family,Academics and Fun.As a vibrant Christ-centered community,the Administration, Faculty and Staff are dedicated to providinga challenging academic environment for a diverse population ofyoung men and women. Through Christian principles rooted in the

Catholic tradition, we strive to positively impact our students spiritually,intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally, so they can liveproductive lives of service in this world and attain eternal life.

1. Berks Catholic High School believes that Jesus is the heart of who we are and all that we do.

2. Berks Catholic High School believes that service is rooted in the commandment of Jesus to loveone another.

3. Berks Catholic High School believes that a diverse Catholic school community is a gift to be celebrated.

4. Berks Catholic High School believes that parents and guardians are the primary educators of theirchildren, and the school partners with them to extend the academic and faith formation of the students.

5. Berks Catholic High School believes that a quality faculty is integral to the success of the schoolbecause the administrators and teachers are the facilitators of learning who impart Christian valuesthrough daily interaction with the students.

6. Berks Catholic High School believes in a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepareyoung minds to meet the demands of a challenging 21st century.

7. Berks Catholic High School believes in a varied extracurricular program designed to engagestudents to use their God-given talents and encourage spiritual growth through teamwork.

MISSION STATEMENT

OUR BELIEFS...

AdministrationPrincipal - Alice EinolfAssistant Principal of Disciplineand Athletics - Bill Hess

Director ofCollege andCareerCounseling- JoshDitskyDirector of Admissionsand Marketing -Nicole SmithDirector of Guidanceand SchoolCounseling -Noelle VilardoDirector of Development- Robert BirminghamCampus Chaplain - Father Stephen IsaacDirector ofAlumni Relations- Betsy WoytovichDirector of Studies- Jake Latchum

Enrollment (2019-2020)

• 720 Students• 43%Male 57%Female• Diversity-39%• Non-Catholic - 20%• 19:1 Student to Faculty Ratio• 20 years average faculty teachingexperience

• Berks Catholic is1:1 with iPads

2019 Graduates• 204 total graduates• 94%attending 2- or 4-year colleges• The Class of 2019 received a record$21.1 million in college scholarships

• 30 will participate in Division I,II,III CollegeAthletics

• Every Berks Catholic student gets individualCollege/Career Plan

4 yearsof Comprehensive Colleges &CareerAdvisingculminating in an individualized planfor each student

Advanced Placement21 Advanced Placement Courses offered195 Advanced Placement Examsin 2019127 Students enrolled in A.P. courses16 Advanced Placement Scholars3with Distinction4with HonorsDual Credit through Alvernia * RACCDual Enrollment with PennStateBerksPartnershipwith Reading Hospital Schoolof Health Sciences

BERKS CATHOLIC FACTS...

Clubsand ActivitiesArt ClubAuditorium AidesBaking ClubB.I.G.(Believers in God)Book ClubBroadway ShowBusiness/D.E.C.A.Campus Ministry SaintsCatholic Relief SaintsChorus/BandForensicsFrench ClubGaming ClubGolden Saints ClubHarry Potter ClubHeart to Heart ClubInternational ClubMarquee ClubMock TrialNHS (National Honor Society)Olivet Club VolunteersProject ImpactPro-Life ClubRecycling ClubRelay for LifeSaint AmbassadorsSelect ChoirSki ClubSt. Joseph of Arimathea Saints(Paul Bearer Club)Student GovernmentYearbookYoga Club

Founded - In 2011 • SchoolMotto - Unum In Christo‘One in Christ’• School Colors- Black and Gold

AthleticsBaseballBasketball*BowlingCheerleadingCross Country*Field HockeyFootballGolf*Ice HockeyLacrosse*Soccer*Tennis*Volleyball*Track*Wrestling, *Swimming, *WaterPolo and Diving are availablethrough a co-op programwith ReadingHigh School

*denotes boys and girls

Choosing a Catholic education is a decision that is madewith much thought, deliberation, and prayer; and we atBerks Catholic High School are excited to partner withyou and your family.

At Berks Catholic, the core of our mission are our fourpillars God, Family,Academics and Fun which helpshape the development of our students spiritually,intellectually, socially, and physically.

GOD: We are a Catholichigh school that is welcomingand respectful of all faith traditions.Because we areChrist-centered, the value and dignity of every individualand all life is emphasized in all we do; and students areafforded opportunities and encouraged to cultivate theirrelationships with each other and with God.

FAMILY: “It’s like a family.”An extraordinary senseof community is palpable at Berks Catholic as well.Holding true to Catholic and Christian tradition,students have a responsibility to one another, areaccountable for their actions,and have a built in supportsystem that is an extension of your immediate family.

ACADEMICS: Caring, committed faculty challengeevery student to realize their intellectual potential.

In addition, each student receives individualized,college and career counseling from college admissionsprofessionals.Traditionally, more than 95% of BerksCatholic students will pursue higher education immediatelyafter graduation. The Class of 2019

21.1 million dollars in college scholarshipsand grants.

Berks Catholic offers the opportunity for academic successthrough a robust offering of College-Preparatory, Honors,and Advanced Placement (AP)classes. Students who aremore “hands-on” and technically inclined are able to enrollin a vocational track at the Berks Career and TechnologyCenter while still pursuing a college-prep curriculum.

The Office of College and Career Counseling works witheach student individually to help your child find the right fitfor them in their life after Berks Catholic. Our teachers arecharged each day with being great for their students andhelping them get to Heaven.

ABOUT BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• Of the 204members of the Class, 94% will continue theireducation at 4 year (85%) and 2 year institutions.

• They will matriculate at 36 different 4 and 2 year institutionsin 17 different states and in Washington, D.C..

• The Class of 2019 was awarded a record $21.1 million inmerit-based scholarships and grants- breaking the previousrecord of $18 million awarded to the Class of 2018. Countedamong the 2019 total are at least 2 full-tuition scholarshipsfor academic excellence.

• The Class of 2019 received 641 offers of admission to 1984 and 2 year colleges and universities, in 35 different states,the District of Columbia and 3 foreign countries.Of these, 461 offers were to 175 different 4-year institutions.

Albright CollegeAlvernia UniversityAmerican UniversityAuburn UniversityBerkleeCollege ofMusic,Boston CollegeBrown UniversityBucknell UniversityCarnegieMellonUniversityCase-Western ReserveUniversity, CatholicUniversityof AmericaCornell UniversityDartmouth CollegeDelaware ValleyUniversityDickinsonCollegeDrexel UniversityElon University,EmersonCollegeFordham UniversityFranklin & MarshallCollegeGettysburg CollegeGeorgetown UniversityGeorgia Institute ofTechnology(Georgia Tech)George WashingtonUniversity

HarcumCollegeHigh Point UniversityHoly CrossHofstra UniversityHood CollegeImmaculata UniversityIowa StateUniversityIthacaCollegeJamesMadisonUniversityJohnsHopkinsUniversityJohnsHopkinsPeabody Institute,JuniataCollegeKansasState UniversityKingsCollegeKent StateUniversityKutztown UniversityLafayetteCollege,LaSalleUniversityLebanon ValleyCollegeLehigh UniversityLiberty University,Lock HavenUniversityLoyola UniversityMercyhurst UniversityMichigan StateUniversityMillersville UniversityMIT

Mount St.Mary’sUniversityMuhlenberg CollegeNew York UniversityNortheastern UniversityNotre Dame,University ofOregon StateUniversityOberlin CollegeOhio UniversityOhio StateUniversityPaceUniversityPennState UniversityPepperdine UniversityPhiladelphia UniversityProvidenceCollegePurdue UniversityRadford UniversityRensselearPolytechnicInstituteRider UniversityRochester Instituteof TechnologyRose-Hulman Instituteof TechnologyRosemontCollegeSacredHeart UniversityShippensburgUniversitySwarthmoreCollege

Stevens Instituteof TechnologySusquehannaUniversitySyracuseUniversityTemple UniversityTexasA&M UniversityThomas JeffersonUniversityCollegeof Medicine(early admission)TrinityCollegeTowson UniversityUnited StatesMilitaryAcademyUnited StatesNavalAcademyUniversityof AlabamaUniversity of ArizonaUniversity ofCalifornia-BerkelyUniversity of CaliforniaSanDiegoUniversity ofCalifornia IrvineU.C.L.AUniversityof ColoradoUniversityof GeorgiaUniversityof MiamiUniversityof Oklahoma

University ofPennsylvaniaUniversity of PittsburghUniversity of RichmondUniversity of RochesterUniversity ofTexas-AustinUniversityof WashingtonWake ForestUniversityWashington CollegeWest ChesterUniversityWilliam &MaryWilkes UniversityVillanova UniversityVirginia TechYork College

INTERNATIONALUniversity of OttowasNottingham TrentUniv.(UK)University ofSouth KoreaKyoto Institute ofLanguage (Japan)

• 30 members of the Class of 2019 are Division I,II, II (11 ofthese are NCAA Division I Scholarship Athletes) and willcontinue their athletic careers at NCAA Division I, II, IIIinstitutions as recruited, student-athletes in the followingsports: Baseball, Field Hockey, Football, Men’s Lacrosse,Women’s Soccer,Women’s Swimming,Women’s Tennis,Men’s Track & Field,Women’s Volleyball,Women’sbasketball,Women’s gymnastics,Women’s bowlingWomen’s Water polo.

• Additionally, BC ’ 19 student-athletes have earnedAll State recognition for Football and Track & Field.

• Class of 2019 Graduates have been invited into and willattend Honors Colleges at 12 different colleges anduniversities in 6 different states.

Class of 2019 Graduation Summary:What follows is just a sampling of the accomplishments

of the Class of 2019

College Acceptance HistorySampling of College/University Acceptances

*The chart represents school districts where the majority of Berks Catholic students live. Data represents graduates in 2018; the most recent statistics for the Stateof Pennsylvania. Data Source: Public high school data from Pennsylvania Department of Educationwebsite, URL; h�p://www.education.pa.gov/Data-and-Statistics/

Dear Saint Families,

While we are certainly proud of the 94% college bound population, the bigger story is how our students get to thispoint. Centered on our four pillars of God, Family, Academics and Fun Berks Catholic High School is committedto forming and positively impacting each student spiritually, intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally. Ourmission is to have our Saints lead productive lives of service and gain eternal life. Berks Catholic provides four yearsof comprehensive college programming and individualized college planning designed and conducted by dedicated,college admission professionals. Mr. Josh Ditsky and Mr. Mike Piersol have a combined 50 years of collegeadmission experience and have worked at a variety of colleges and universities as undergraduate and graduateadmission directors. They utilize their knowledge, expertise, and professional network to provide each BerksCatholic student and family with an educational plan tailored to the individual. Berks Catholic has committed tohelping its students and families navigate the increasingly competitive world of college admission, in order to findthe most appropriate academic, social, and cultural match for each student. As the Berks Catholic CollegeCounseling Staff says: “ IT’S ALL ABOUT THE FIT!”

Certified by:

Alice EinolfPrincipal

WHAT WE BELIEVE• In the dignity, value, dreams, and aspirations of thosewhom we serve

• It’s All About the Fit: In other words, every studentdeserves the opportunity to realize their potentialby pursuing educational and career opportunitiesthat best suit them

WHO ARE WE• A team of college admission professionals solelydedicated to providing college and career guidanceto the students and families of the Berks CatholicCommunity

• The Team is comprised of:- One former university admission director with over25 years expertise in college admissions, andcollege admissions advising

- One former public secondary school counselorwith 35 years of emotional and college counselingexperience

- Support staff with extensive experience in thecollege process

• Professionals who are highly connected to collegeadmissions community

• Leaders and educators in our state professionalassociation,PACAC*, and members of the nationalprofessional organization, NACAC^

WHO WE SERVE• 720 Students and Families at Berks Catholic HS whoare widely diverse in terms of socio-economics,ethnicity, family educational level, faith traditions,nationalities, etc.

• Hundreds of students and families at the BerksCatholic Partner Schools

• Alumni of Berks Catholic, Central Catholic, and HolyName

WHAT WE PROVIDE• 4 Years of comprehensive college and career planningeducation via:- Professional experience, knowledgeof bestpractices and current trends

- Educational programming- Experiential opportunities- Array of published and online resources

• Individualized, strategic, data-driven planning forevery student

• Networking opportunities with college admissionand career professionals

College Advising at Berks CatholicA unique approach- it’s all about the FIT

“Trust that whatever happens, it will be okay.Your kid is strong, brave, resilient,prepared, faithful and, most of all, ready forthe next chapter.No matter where they go, they will thrive and succeed.That’s

the beauty of the Berks Catholic education.”-Berks Catholic parent offering insight into the college process

* Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling^ National Association for College Admission Counseling

GOD FAMILY ACADEMICS FUN

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

“Be great everyday and help yourself and others get to heaven”

Berks Catholic High School, Inc. І 955 East Wyomissing Boulevard l Reading, PA 19611-1799 l 610-374-8361 l www.berkscatholic.org

Thank you for your interest in Berks Catholic High School! Berks Catholic is centered on the four pillars of God, Family, Academics and Fun. We encourage academically qualified high school students to apply for admission. All students are required to follow the formal Admission Procedure. Completion of the application/ registration does not constitute acceptance. All information requested below is necessary before applications will be reviewed and an admission decision rendered.

Formal Admission Procedure Transfer Students Partner Students □ Berks Catholic application □ Berks Catholic application □ Transcripts (unofficial) □ $150 Registration fee* □ Most recent Report Card □ Standardized Achievement Test Scores □ Psycho-Educational Testing (if applicable) □ Copy of IEP (if applicable) □ 504 Plan (if applicable) □ Immunization Records □ Attendance Records □ Disciplinary Records

□ Student interview with Principal □ $150 Registration fee*

* registration fee is non-refundable Once the above information has been received the Berks Catholic Admissions Committee will review all of the information and make an admission decision and a written notice of the final decision will be sent. Please note: The Admission Committee looks closely at an applicant’s involvement in their school and community: Failing grades may eliminate an applicant from consideration Student discipline records are considered for admission. An accepted student

involved in disciplinary situations after acceptance to Berks Catholic and prior to Orientation Day is subject to having their offer of admission rescinded

A student interview is required for transfer students only

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Prior Assessments/Evaluations: Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are not standard plans implemented in private schools. However, it is imperative to provide any and all documentation implemented in the student’s past, in order to provid e an effective educational environment at Berks Catholic. Any medical/mental health information, diagnostic testing, educa-tional evaluation reports, etc. should be given to the studies office. Has there been psycho-educational testing? ______________________________________________________________ State previous accommodations:_______________________________________________________________________

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

BERKS CATHOLIC SUPPLEMENTAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Student Name:______________________________________

Father’s High School _____________________YOG______Mother’sHigh School ____________________YOG______

(please print clearly)

Brother(s) and/or Sister(s): Name Birth Date Current School Grade

_____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Paternal Grandparent(s):_________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________________ No. Street Apt. # City State Zip

Maternal Grandparent(s):________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________________ No. Street Apt. # City State Zip List any relatives who attend or have attended Berks Catholic, Central Catholic or Holy Name: Name Relationship Years Attended School ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________

Date:_______________ Applying to Grade: 9 10 11 12

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Please complete all pages, sign and return with registration fee to Berks Catholic High School.

Name:____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Last First Middle Gender: □ Male □ Female Social Security Number (optional):________-______-_______

Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Number Street Apt. # City State Zip

Birth Date:____/_____/_____ Non-Catholic____Catholic_____(if yes, please indicate what Parish)________________________ Student resides with: □ Both Parents □ Mother □ Father □ Guardian □ Other Emergency Phone #(______)____________________________(please indicate mom or dad) Home Cell Father email:__________________________________________Mother email:_____________________________________ Current School____________________________Public School District in which you reside____________________________ T-Shirt Size □ Adult S □ Adult M □ Adult L □ Adult XL ETHNIC BACKGROUND (for statistical purposes only) ____American Indian ____Asian ____African American ____Caucasian ____Hispanic _______________Other LANGUAGES SPOKEN AT HOME __English __Chinese __French __German__ Italian __Korean __Polish __Portuguese __Spanish __Ukrainian __Vietnamese Other_____________________Do the parents or guardians speak English fluently?_________________

FOR OFFICE USE

ID#__________________

Registration Received:______________

Amount:__________

Cash_____Check #_______CC_______

Person/Persons Responsible for Tuition & Fees

Name(s):_________________________________________________________ Relationship:__________________________

Address(es):_____________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Phone:________________________ Cell Phone:______________________Email:___________________________________

(If you wish for school mail or financial information to be sent to more than one address – please attach a separate list with added information.)

Father’s Name:______________________________________

Place of Employment:________________________________ Work Title:_________________________________________ Cell Phone:__________________Work Phone:______________

Mother’s Name:______________________________________

Place of Employment:________________________________ Work Title:_________________________________________ Cell Phone:__________________Work Phone:_____________

Please type or print

STUDENT INFORMATION

TUITION RESPONSIBILITY

All previous schools attended and dates:____________________________________________________

Please take a few minutes to consider the following questions. Your responses, along with records received from the sending school, will provide us with the background we need to evaluate your application. Information you share will be regarded respectfully and confidentially.

1. Has the student ever been assigned to an alternate school program? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

2. In the two previous school years, has the student been tardy or late to school more than 10 times? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

3. In the two previous school years, has the student been suspended or expelled from school? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

4. Has anyone ever suggested that psychological or psychiatric help be sought for the student? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

5. Has the student been evaluated by a psychiatrist within the last five years?(Report of findings required with Admissions packet.) □Y □ N If yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

6. Has the student spent time in a mental health facility? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

7. Is there any illness or disability which may interfere with the student’s studies or extracurricular activities? □Y □ NIf yes, please indicate (e.g. Asthma, Dyslexia, Learning Disability, ADD, etc.) and please explain. __________________________________________________________________________________________

8. Has anyone, including family members, ever suggested that the student may have a substance abuse problem or treated forsubstance abuse? □Y □ N

If yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

9. Has the student ever been referred to the Student Assistance Program for mental health or substance abuse issues in anyschool attended? □Y □ N

If yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

10. Has the student ever been the subject of a police investigation? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

11. Has the student ever been arrested? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

12. In the two previous years, has the student had a formal Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? □Y □ NIf Yes please see info on reverse side

Parent Signature:_______________________________________________ Date:__________________

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STUDENT INFORMATION

FOREIGN LANGUAGE PREFERENCE

Foreign Language Preference (9th Grade Only): □ French □ Spanish If a foreign language is not selected one may be selected for you.

*Students who place below proficiency in Reading will be assigned to a Reading Strategiesclass in place of a foreign language class during their Freshman Year.

Date:_______________ Applying to Grade: 9 10 11 12

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Please complete all pages, sign and return with registration fee to Berks Catholic High School.

Name:____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Last First Middle Gender: □ Male □ Female Social Security Number (optional):________-______-_______

Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Number Street Apt. # City State Zip

Birth Date:____/_____/_____ Non-Catholic____Catholic_____(if yes, please indicate what Parish)________________________ Student resides with: □ Both Parents □ Mother □ Father □ Guardian □ Other Emergency Phone #(______)____________________________(please indicate mom or dad) Home Cell Father email:__________________________________________Mother email:_____________________________________ Current School____________________________Public School District in which you reside____________________________ T-Shirt Size □ Adult S □ Adult M □ Adult L □ Adult XL ETHNIC BACKGROUND (for statistical purposes only) ____American Indian ____Asian ____African American ____Caucasian ____Hispanic _______________Other LANGUAGES SPOKEN AT HOME __English __Chinese __French __German__ Italian __Korean __Polish __Portuguese __Spanish __Ukrainian __Vietnamese Other_____________________Do the parents or guardians speak English fluently?_________________

FOR OFFICE USE

ID#__________________

Registration Received:______________

Amount:__________

Cash_____Check #_______CC_______

Person/Persons Responsible for Tuition & Fees

Name(s):_________________________________________________________ Relationship:__________________________

Address(es):_____________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Phone:________________________ Cell Phone:______________________Email:___________________________________

(If you wish for school mail or financial information to be sent to more than one address – please attach a separate list with added information.)

Father’s Name:______________________________________

Place of Employment:________________________________ Work Title:_________________________________________ Cell Phone:__________________Work Phone:______________

Mother’s Name:______________________________________

Place of Employment:________________________________ Work Title:_________________________________________ Cell Phone:__________________Work Phone:_____________

Please type or print

STUDENT INFORMATION

TUITION RESPONSIBILITY

All previous schools attended and dates:____________________________________________________

Please take a few minutes to consider the following questions. Your responses, along with records received from the sending school, will provide us with the background we need to evaluate your application. Information you share will be regarded respectfully and confidentially.

1. Has the student ever been assigned to an alternate school program? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

2. In the two previous school years, has the student been tardy or late to school more than 10 times? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

3. In the two previous school years, has the student been suspended or expelled from school? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

4. Has anyone ever suggested that psychological or psychiatric help be sought for the student? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

5. Has the student been evaluated by a psychiatrist within the last five years?(Report of findings required with Admissions packet.) □Y □ N If yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

6. Has the student spent time in a mental health facility? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

7. Is there any illness or disability which may interfere with the student’s studies or extracurricular activities? □Y □ NIf yes, please indicate (e.g. Asthma, Dyslexia, Learning Disability, ADD, etc.) and please explain. __________________________________________________________________________________________

8. Has anyone, including family members, ever suggested that the student may have a substance abuse problem or treated forsubstance abuse? □Y □ N

If yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

9. Has the student ever been referred to the Student Assistance Program for mental health or substance abuse issues in anyschool attended? □Y □ N

If yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

10. Has the student ever been the subject of a police investigation? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

11. Has the student ever been arrested? □Y □ NIf yes, please explain:_____________________________________________________________

12. In the two previous years, has the student had a formal Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? □Y □ NIf Yes please see info on reverse side

Parent Signature:_______________________________________________ Date:__________________

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STUDENT INFORMATION

FOREIGN LANGUAGE PREFERENCE

Foreign Language Preference (9th Grade Only): □ French □ Spanish If a foreign language is not selected one may be selected for you.

*Students who place below proficiency in Reading will be assigned to a Reading Strategiesclass in place of a foreign language class during their Freshman Year.

GOD FAMILY ACADEMICS FUN

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

“Be great everyday and help yourself and others get to heaven”

Berks Catholic High School, Inc. І 955 East Wyomissing Boulevard l Reading, PA 19611-1799 l 610-374-8361 l www.berkscatholic.org

Thank you for your interest in Berks Catholic High School! Berks Catholic is centered on the four pillars of God, Family, Academics and Fun. We encourage academically qualified high school students to apply for admission. All students are required to follow the formal Admission Procedure. Completion of the application/ registration does not constitute acceptance. All information requested below is necessary before applications will be reviewed and an admission decision rendered.

Formal Admission Procedure Transfer Students Partner Students □ Berks Catholic application □ Berks Catholic application □ Transcripts (unofficial) □ $150 Registration fee* □ Most recent Report Card □ Standardized Achievement Test Scores □ Psycho-Educational Testing (if applicable) □ Copy of IEP (if applicable) □ 504 Plan (if applicable) □ Immunization Records □ Attendance Records □ Disciplinary Records

□ Student interview with Principal □ $150 Registration fee*

* registration fee is non-refundable Once the above information has been received the Berks Catholic Admissions Committee will review all of the information and make an admission decision and a written notice of the final decision will be sent. Please note: The Admission Committee looks closely at an applicant’s involvement in their school and community: Failing grades may eliminate an applicant from consideration Student discipline records are considered for admission. An accepted student

involved in disciplinary situations after acceptance to Berks Catholic and prior to Orientation Day is subject to having their offer of admission rescinded

A student interview is required for transfer students only

4

Prior Assessments/Evaluations: Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are not standard plans implemented in private schools. However, it is imperative to provide any and all documentation implemented in the student’s past, in order to provid e an effective educational environment at Berks Catholic. Any medical/mental health information, diagnostic testing, educa-tional evaluation reports, etc. should be given to the studies office. Has there been psycho-educational testing? ______________________________________________________________ State previous accommodations:_______________________________________________________________________

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

BERKS CATHOLIC SUPPLEMENTAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Student Name:______________________________________

Father’s High School _____________________YOG______Mother’sHigh School ____________________YOG______

(please print clearly)

Brother(s) and/or Sister(s): Name Birth Date Current School Grade

_____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Paternal Grandparent(s):_________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________________ No. Street Apt. # City State Zip

Maternal Grandparent(s):________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________________ No. Street Apt. # City State Zip List any relatives who attend or have attended Berks Catholic, Central Catholic or Holy Name: Name Relationship Years Attended School ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________

*The chart represents school districts where the majority of Berks Catholic students live. Data represents graduates in 2018; the most recent statistics for the Stateof Pennsylvania. Data Source: Public high school data from Pennsylvania Department of Educationwebsite, URL; h�p://www.education.pa.gov/Data-and-Statistics/

Dear Saint Families,

While we are certainly proud of the 94% college bound population, the bigger story is how our students get to thispoint. Centered on our four pillars of God, Family, Academics and Fun Berks Catholic High School is committedto forming and positively impacting each student spiritually, intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally. Ourmission is to have our Saints lead productive lives of service and gain eternal life. Berks Catholic provides four yearsof comprehensive college programming and individualized college planning designed and conducted by dedicated,college admission professionals. Mr. Josh Ditsky and Mr. Mike Piersol have a combined 50 years of collegeadmission experience and have worked at a variety of colleges and universities as undergraduate and graduateadmission directors. They utilize their knowledge, expertise, and professional network to provide each BerksCatholic student and family with an educational plan tailored to the individual. Berks Catholic has committed tohelping its students and families navigate the increasingly competitive world of college admission, in order to findthe most appropriate academic, social, and cultural match for each student. As the Berks Catholic CollegeCounseling Staff says: “ IT’S ALL ABOUT THE FIT!”

Certified by:

Alice EinolfPrincipal

WHAT WE BELIEVE• In the dignity, value, dreams, and aspirations of thosewhom we serve

• It’s All About the Fit: In other words, every studentdeserves the opportunity to realize their potentialby pursuing educational and career opportunitiesthat best suit them

WHO ARE WE• A team of college admission professionals solelydedicated to providing college and career guidanceto the students and families of the Berks CatholicCommunity

• The Team is comprised of:- One former university admission director with over25 years expertise in college admissions, andcollege admissions advising

- One former public secondary school counselorwith 35 years of emotional and college counselingexperience

- Support staff with extensive experience in thecollege process

• Professionals who are highly connected to collegeadmissions community

• Leaders and educators in our state professionalassociation,PACAC*, and members of the nationalprofessional organization, NACAC^

WHO WE SERVE• 720 Students and Families at Berks Catholic HS whoare widely diverse in terms of socio-economics,ethnicity, family educational level, faith traditions,nationalities, etc.

• Hundreds of students and families at the BerksCatholic Partner Schools

• Alumni of Berks Catholic, Central Catholic, and HolyName

WHAT WE PROVIDE• 4 Years of comprehensive college and career planningeducation via:- Professional experience, knowledgeof bestpractices and current trends

- Educational programming- Experiential opportunities- Array of published and online resources

• Individualized, strategic, data-driven planning forevery student

• Networking opportunities with college admissionand career professionals

College Advising at Berks CatholicA unique approach- it’s all about the FIT

“Trust that whatever happens, it will be okay.Your kid is strong, brave, resilient,prepared, faithful and, most of all, ready forthe next chapter.No matter where they go, they will thrive and succeed.That’s

the beauty of the Berks Catholic education.”-Berks Catholic parent offering insight into the college process

* Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling^ National Association for College Admission Counseling

Choosing a Catholic education is a decision that is madewith much thought, deliberation, and prayer; and we atBerks Catholic High School are excited to partner withyou and your family.

At Berks Catholic, the core of our mission are our fourpillars God, Family,Academics and Fun which helpshape the development of our students spiritually,intellectually, socially, and physically.

GOD: We are a Catholichigh school that is welcomingand respectful of all faith traditions.Because we areChrist-centered, the value and dignity of every individualand all life is emphasized in all we do; and students areafforded opportunities and encouraged to cultivate theirrelationships with each other and with God.

FAMILY: “It’s like a family.”An extraordinary senseof community is palpable at Berks Catholic as well.Holding true to Catholic and Christian tradition,students have a responsibility to one another, areaccountable for their actions,and have a built in supportsystem that is an extension of your immediate family.

ACADEMICS: Caring, committed faculty challengeevery student to realize their intellectual potential.

In addition, each student receives individualized,college and career counseling from college admissionsprofessionals.Traditionally, more than 95% of BerksCatholic students will pursue higher education immediatelyafter graduation. The Class of 2019

21.1 million dollars in college scholarshipsand grants.

Berks Catholic offers the opportunity for academic successthrough a robust offering of College-Preparatory, Honors,and Advanced Placement (AP)classes. Students who aremore “hands-on” and technically inclined are able to enrollin a vocational track at the Berks Career and TechnologyCenter while still pursuing a college-prep curriculum.

The Office of College and Career Counseling works witheach student individually to help your child find the right fitfor them in their life after Berks Catholic. Our teachers arecharged each day with being great for their students andhelping them get to Heaven.

ABOUT BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• Of the 204members of the Class, 94% will continue theireducation at 4 year (85%) and 2 year institutions.

• They will matriculate at 36 different 4 and 2 year institutionsin 17 different states and in Washington, D.C..

• The Class of 2019 was awarded a record $21.1 million inmerit-based scholarships and grants- breaking the previousrecord of $18 million awarded to the Class of 2018. Countedamong the 2019 total are at least 2 full-tuition scholarshipsfor academic excellence.

• The Class of 2019 received 641 offers of admission to 1984 and 2 year colleges and universities, in 35 different states,the District of Columbia and 3 foreign countries.Of these, 461 offers were to 175 different 4-year institutions.

Albright CollegeAlvernia UniversityAmerican UniversityAuburn UniversityBerkleeCollege ofMusic,Boston CollegeBrown UniversityBucknell UniversityCarnegieMellonUniversityCase-Western ReserveUniversity, CatholicUniversityof AmericaCornell UniversityDartmouth CollegeDelaware ValleyUniversityDickinsonCollegeDrexel UniversityElon University,EmersonCollegeFordham UniversityFranklin & MarshallCollegeGettysburg CollegeGeorgetown UniversityGeorgia Institute ofTechnology(Georgia Tech)George WashingtonUniversity

HarcumCollegeHigh Point UniversityHoly CrossHofstra UniversityHood CollegeImmaculata UniversityIowa StateUniversityIthacaCollegeJamesMadisonUniversityJohnsHopkinsUniversityJohnsHopkinsPeabody Institute,JuniataCollegeKansasState UniversityKingsCollegeKent StateUniversityKutztown UniversityLafayetteCollege,LaSalleUniversityLebanon ValleyCollegeLehigh UniversityLiberty University,Lock HavenUniversityLoyola UniversityMercyhurst UniversityMichigan StateUniversityMillersville UniversityMIT

Mount St.Mary’sUniversityMuhlenberg CollegeNew York UniversityNortheastern UniversityNotre Dame,University ofOregon StateUniversityOberlin CollegeOhio UniversityOhio StateUniversityPaceUniversityPennState UniversityPepperdine UniversityPhiladelphia UniversityProvidenceCollegePurdue UniversityRadford UniversityRensselearPolytechnicInstituteRider UniversityRochester Instituteof TechnologyRose-Hulman Instituteof TechnologyRosemontCollegeSacredHeart UniversityShippensburgUniversitySwarthmoreCollege

Stevens Instituteof TechnologySusquehannaUniversitySyracuseUniversityTemple UniversityTexasA&M UniversityThomas JeffersonUniversityCollegeof Medicine(early admission)TrinityCollegeTowson UniversityUnited StatesMilitaryAcademyUnited StatesNavalAcademyUniversityof AlabamaUniversity of ArizonaUniversity ofCalifornia-BerkelyUniversity of CaliforniaSanDiegoUniversity ofCalifornia IrvineU.C.L.AUniversityof ColoradoUniversityof GeorgiaUniversityof MiamiUniversityof Oklahoma

University ofPennsylvaniaUniversity of PittsburghUniversity of RichmondUniversity of RochesterUniversity ofTexas-AustinUniversityof WashingtonWake ForestUniversityWashington CollegeWest ChesterUniversityWilliam &MaryWilkes UniversityVillanova UniversityVirginia TechYork College

INTERNATIONALUniversity of OttowasNottingham TrentUniv.(UK)University ofSouth KoreaKyoto Institute ofLanguage (Japan)

• 30 members of the Class of 2019 are Division I,II, II (11 ofthese are NCAA Division I Scholarship Athletes) and willcontinue their athletic careers at NCAA Division I, II, IIIinstitutions as recruited, student-athletes in the followingsports: Baseball, Field Hockey, Football, Men’s Lacrosse,Women’s Soccer,Women’s Swimming,Women’s Tennis,Men’s Track & Field,Women’s Volleyball,Women’sbasketball,Women’s gymnastics,Women’s bowlingWomen’s Water polo.

• Additionally, BC ’ 19 student-athletes have earnedAll State recognition for Football and Track & Field.

• Class of 2019 Graduates have been invited into and willattend Honors Colleges at 12 different colleges anduniversities in 6 different states.

Class of 2019 Graduation Summary:What follows is just a sampling of the accomplishments

of the Class of 2019

College Acceptance HistorySampling of College/University Acceptances

Berks Catholic High School is centered on the four pillars of God,Family,Academics and Fun.As a vibrant Christ-centered community,the Administration, Faculty and Staff are dedicated to providinga challenging academic environment for a diverse population ofyoung men and women. Through Christian principles rooted in the

Catholic tradition, we strive to positively impact our students spiritually,intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally, so they can liveproductive lives of service in this world and attain eternal life.

1. Berks Catholic High School believes that Jesus is the heart of who we are and all that we do.

2. Berks Catholic High School believes that service is rooted in the commandment of Jesus to loveone another.

3. Berks Catholic High School believes that a diverse Catholic school community is a gift to be celebrated.

4. Berks Catholic High School believes that parents and guardians are the primary educators of theirchildren, and the school partners with them to extend the academic and faith formation of the students.

5. Berks Catholic High School believes that a quality faculty is integral to the success of the schoolbecause the administrators and teachers are the facilitators of learning who impart Christian valuesthrough daily interaction with the students.

6. Berks Catholic High School believes in a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepareyoung minds to meet the demands of a challenging 21st century.

7. Berks Catholic High School believes in a varied extracurricular program designed to engagestudents to use their God-given talents and encourage spiritual growth through teamwork.

MISSION STATEMENT

OUR BELIEFS...

AdministrationPrincipal - Alice EinolfAssistant Principal of Disciplineand Athletics - Bill Hess

Director ofCollege andCareerCounseling- JoshDitskyDirector of Admissionsand Marketing -Nicole SmithDirector of Guidanceand SchoolCounseling -Noelle VilardoDirector of Development- Robert BirminghamCampus Chaplain - Father Stephen IsaacDirector ofAlumni Relations- Betsy WoytovichDirector of Studies- Jake Latchum

Enrollment (2019-2020)

• 720 Students• 43%Male 57%Female• Diversity-39%• Non-Catholic - 20%• 19:1 Student to Faculty Ratio• 20 years average faculty teachingexperience

• Berks Catholic is1:1 with iPads

2019 Graduates• 204 total graduates• 94%attending 2- or 4-year colleges• The Class of 2019 received a record$21.1 million in college scholarships

• 30 will participate in Division I,II,III CollegeAthletics

• Every Berks Catholic student gets individualCollege/Career Plan

4 yearsof Comprehensive Colleges &CareerAdvisingculminating in an individualized planfor each student

Advanced Placement21 Advanced Placement Courses offered195 Advanced Placement Examsin 2019127 Students enrolled in A.P. courses16 Advanced Placement Scholars3with Distinction4with HonorsDual Credit through Alvernia * RACCDual Enrollment with PennStateBerksPartnershipwith Reading Hospital Schoolof Health Sciences

BERKS CATHOLIC FACTS...

Clubsand ActivitiesArt ClubAuditorium AidesBaking ClubB.I.G.(Believers in God)Book ClubBroadway ShowBusiness/D.E.C.A.Campus Ministry SaintsCatholic Relief SaintsChorus/BandForensicsFrench ClubGaming ClubGolden Saints ClubHarry Potter ClubHeart to Heart ClubInternational ClubMarquee ClubMock TrialNHS (National Honor Society)Olivet Club VolunteersProject ImpactPro-Life ClubRecycling ClubRelay for LifeSaint AmbassadorsSelect ChoirSki ClubSt. Joseph of Arimathea Saints(Paul Bearer Club)Student GovernmentYearbookYoga Club

Founded - In 2011 • SchoolMotto - Unum In Christo‘One in Christ’• School Colors- Black and Gold

AthleticsBaseballBasketball*BowlingCheerleadingCross Country*Field HockeyFootballGolf*Ice HockeyLacrosse*Soccer*Tennis*Volleyball*Track*Wrestling, *Swimming, *WaterPolo and Diving are availablethrough a co-op programwith ReadingHigh School

*denotes boys and girls

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For more information on how to Be A Saint, please contactNicole Smith, Director of Admissions

610.374.8361 ext. 244 • nsmith@berkscatholic.org

“At Berks Catholic, I wasmore than a number, I was family. Whetherinside or outside the classroom,Berks Catholic challenged me to growacademically and spiritually; preparing me to make a difference in theworld! Come and be part of something great! Go Saints!”–John Foster Class of '12 FirstGraduating Class and Co-President of theStudentBody

After graduating from Berks Catholic John completed his undergraduatedegree at Duquesne University. John is currently a graduate student atthe Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy studying Security Studies andInternational Negotiations & Conflict Resolution.Upon graduation, Johnwill be sworn in as a Foreign Service Officer w/the US Dept. of State wherehe will work overseas at US embassies.

"As a student at Berks Catholic, family is everything. Rooted intradition,academics, and faith. Berks Catholic challenged me to preparefor the next step in life. My Berks Catholic experience not only helped meto perform to my full potential at the college level, it also provided afoundation for professional success." -Jack Naso Class of '13

After graduating from Berks Catholic, Jack completed his undergraduatedegree at the University of Mississippi earning a Bachelor's Degree inIntegrated Marketing and Communications. Currently, Jack is employed byColebrooke Enterprises, where he oversees operations for a large-scaleAmerican flag manufacturer.

"During my time at Berks Catholic, I figured out that I was most passionateabout helping other people through science by taking academically rigorousclasses in several subjects. Most importantly, I had teachers who supported,encouraged, and challenged me every step of the way! I wouldn’t be where Iam today without my BC family! -Baotram Nguyen Class of 2017

Baotram currently attends the University of Pennsylvania studyingbiochemistry. Before choosing to be a Quaker, Baotram had offers from BrownUniversity, Carnegie Mellon University, Dartmouth College, MassachusettsInstitute of Technology, and Penn State Schreyer Honors College.

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