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Montini CatholicA Lasallian College Preparatory High School
Montini CatholiC’s goal, as a Co-eduCational private sChool, is to MakeeaCh student’s eduCational experienCeunique to his or her needs. through ourrigorous aCadeMiC prograM, extensive extraCurriCular opportunities, MultipleserviCe learning aCtivities and our faithbased eduCation, our students graduateas life-long learners and responsible Citizens who are ready to faCe their College years and beyond.
De La Salle Christian BrothersThe French Christian Brothers Order was established in France in 1682 by John Baptist de La Salle, a French cleric,who dedicated his life to providing a well rounded, Christianeducation to students of all faiths. John Baptist de La Sallewas canonized by Pope Leo XIII in 1900. In 1950, Pope Pius XII named him the patron saint of all teachers.
Today, the Brothers of Christian Schools sponsor 790 secondary schools and 70 colleges and universities educating890,000 students throughout the world. Locally, they sponsorMontini Catholic, St. Patrick and De La Salle in Chicago, St.Joseph in Westchester and Lewis University in Romeoville.
Montini CatholicIn 1963, the Diocese of Joliet invited the De La Salle ChristianBrothers to sponsor and manage a new Catholic High Schoolin the Lombard area. On June 21st of that same year, PopePaul VI, whose family name was Giovanni (John) Battista (Baptist) Montini, was elected to the Papacy. In his honor, the De La Salle Christian Brothers named the school MontiniCatholic High School. In 1966, Montini Catholic opened itsdoors to 217 freshmen.
Today, Montini Catholic has graduated more than 6,000 students, 99% of whom have gone on to college. Our annualenrollment averages 670 students from over 140 private andpublic grade schools in over 60 cities in the Chicagoland area.All faiths as well as diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds are welcomed members of the Montini Catholic family.
“You must touch the hearts of those you serve.”- St. John Baptist de La Salle
St. John Baptist De La Salle
our missionMontini Catholic High School is a family-centered co-educational college preparatory high school rooted in thelife and teaching of Jesus Christ as emulated by St. JohnBaptist de La Salle and committed to the education of thewhole person. Our Lasallian tradition recognizes the sacredness of all persons and educates students of diverseabilities, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
dedicatedwe are
we are
prepared
“Montini has continually challenged me topush myself and led me to not only meet mygoals, but to greatly exceed them.”
we are
- Jordan Lazowski ‘15University of Notre Dame
99%ensuring alifetime ofsuccessOur curriculum allows students to take courseswithin 4 academic levels: Advanced Placement, Honors, College Prep andGeneral education. Levelsare determined by Placement and Proficiencyexam results, grade schoolrecords and/or grade schoolteacher recommendations.Rather than being placedinto a single track, studentsare selected for classes thatengage and aid in learning attheir unique level.
of our graduates go to college.
One-TO-One iPAD PROGRAM
12 ADVAnCeD PLACeMenT CLASSeS
nUMeROUS HOnORS LeVeL COURSeS
eXPAnDInG STeM PROGRAM
20Average Class Size
Guidance counselors areavailable for academic,social, personal and vocational issues. Theyhelp students learn aboutthe resources available tothem and mentor eachstudent through the college and scholarshipapplication processes.
student support
“Teachers go above and beyond the want the best for
inspiredwe are
realize your potentialOur exceptional faculty, staffand coaches are with youthroughout your high schooljourney. They’ll inspire you to reach your goals and setnew ones. Students also encourage one another. Our vast selection of clubsand activities provide many opportunities for involvementand mentoring.
classroom duties and their students.” - Joseph Palasek‘15
University of Notre Dame
“My classmates have truly let me be myself which allows my talents to shine.” - Mia Porcelli ‘15
New York UniversityTisch School of the Arts
artistswe are
enjoy yourspotlightChannel your creative energiesto express yourself through avariety of options:ACAFeLLAS
BROADCASTeRS
CHAMBeR CHOIR
COnCeRT BAnD
DRAMA CLUB
FALL PLAY
LITeRARY MAGAZIne
LITURGICAL CHOIR
PeP BAnD
SeT CReW
SPRInG MUSICAL
SYMPHOnIC BAnD
THeSPIAn SOCIeTY
TReBeLMAKeRS
of Montini Catholicstudents participate
in at least one extracurricular activity.
94%
“Teachers go above and beyond the want the best for
BroncoTeams
15Earned the IHSA Team Academic
Achievement Awardin 2015
“Coaches teach that hard work, determination, and believing in yourself are the keys to
championswe are
feed yourpassion
BASeBALL
BASKeTBALL
CHeeRLeADInG
CROSS COUnTRY
FOOTBALL
GOLF
HOCKeY
LACROSSe
POM POnS
RUGBY
SOCCeR
SOFTBALL
TennIS
TRACK
VOLLeYBALL
WReSTLInGcomradery with teammates success.” - Mason Weisenhoffer‘15
Northwestern University
“Montini has instilled within us core values suchrespect, humility, service to others and faith in
servantswe are
Students complete
of service by graduation.
40+HOURS
live yourfaithOPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH:
4 YeAR ReTReAT PROGRAM
ALL SCHOOL MASSeS
BLOOD DRIVe
CAMPUS MInISTRY
DAILY PRAYeR
DRUG AWAReneSS PROGRAM
eUCHARISTIC MInISTeRS
FOOD & CLOTHInG DRIVeS
FRIenDS HeLPInG FRIenDS
GOD SqUAD
LASALLIAn YOUTH GROUP
On SITe CHAPeL
PeeR MInISTRY
SAnCTI FUTURI CLUB
STUDenTS FOR LIFe
Average amount of service hours
by graduation is 62.
as leadership, God.” - Albert Holler ‘15
Vanderbilt University
be dedicatedbe preparedbe inspiredbe an artist
be a championbe a servant
beMontini!
Montini!we are
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www.montini.orgkim richmond, Admissions Coordinator
[email protected] • 630-627-6930 x182
eric brechtel, Admissions [email protected] • 630-627-6930 x222