Moreau Catholic High School

SCHOOL PROFILE Bishop O’Dowd High School is a private Catholic high school, that has been preparing young men and women for the future since 1951. The school’s challenging college prep curriculum includes Advanced Placement (AP), honors courses in 19 subjects, art and drama departments, a nationally renowned environmental science program, and five foreign languages. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TpqPIPtPxTo" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> FACILITIES Currently the school is in the process of completing a remodel of the academic facilities. This includes a Center for Environmental Studies, a state-of-the-art teaching space located in a 4.5-acre Living Lab that will feature two indoor science laboratory/classrooms, an outdoor classroom and a dedicated space for planning, research and experimentation. Technology is fully integrated on campus with easy access to internet and laptops in all classrooms. SPORTS AND ARTS Bishop O’Dowd earned the most points of all schools in the league they compete with in the fall, winter and spring sports seasons in the 2015/16 school year. Students are also encouraged to pursue their passion of art in courses, such as symphonic band and interactive design. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Oakland is a major West Coast port city - the third largest in the Bay Area with a population of almost 350,000. One of the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in the nation, Oakland is a mix of urban and residential neighborhoods with exciting and diverse architecture, a bustling waterfront, 19 miles of bay shoreline, parks, dining and a vast array of cultural activities. Oakland is located only 20 minutes across the Bay from San Francisco.

School Profile Founded in 1876 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Christian Brothers High School is the only co-educational four-year college preparatory Catholic high school located in Sacramento, California. The school strongly encourages diversity in the composition of its student body. Christian Brother’s alumni base is more than 14,000 strong with graduates going on to attend prestigious colleges and universities to become physicians, actors, authors, researchers, athletes, teachers, and entrepreneurs. Facilities The facilities include the “George Cunningham '40 Performing Arts Center”, two engineering labs supporting studies in various engineering disciplines, the “Jack Witry Field House”, and the learning commons. Sports and Arts International students are encouraged to join a sports team or club while studying at Christian Brothers in any of the various sports, such as rugby, water polo, or football. More than 600 students participated in the arts program in 2016 whether it was through the eight instrumental performance groups, the three annual theater productions, or the numerous art classes and exhibitions. Community Information Sacramento, the capital city of California, has exceptional cultural, artistic, and leisure opportunities that enrich the quality of life, contributing to a vibrant metropolitan region. International students can enjoy easy access to shopping, museums, and great food! Location Located two Hours East of San Francisco.

Founded in 1958, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School is the top ranked coeducational Catholic High School in the Washington DC area. It has won the prestigious US Blue Ribbon Educational Award twice and named one of “the Most Challenging High Schools in the USA” by the Washington Post in 2017. Currently enrolled are 1,250 young men and women from grades 9 to 12, including less than 4% of international students. We have attracted students from France, Germany, Austria, Iran, Mexico, India, Brazil, Vietnam, Turkey, India, Liberia and China. Students find success in the International Baccalaureate, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), Fine Arts, and College Preparatory programs. FACILITIES The facilities include a 650-seat Performing Arts Center, 51 acres of athletic fields, 10 science labs, a dance studio, a chapel, two weight rooms, two gyms, a football stadium with a turf field, multiple soccer and baseball fields, and 50 classrooms wired with Apple TV / Smart Boards. SPORTS AND ARTS Good Counsel’s superior athletic program has had students continue on to become Olympic gold medalists and professional athletes in MBA and NFL. The Arts Masterworks program enables students to pursuit careers in music, theater, dance and the visual arts. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Awarded as one of Washington Post's "America's Most Challenging High Schools 2017." Only 12% of high schools in the USA make this list! COMMUNITY INFORMATION A 45-minute drive from America’s capital, Olney was ranked as the 17th best place to live by Money Magazine in 2007 and as the 22nd “top-earning Town” in America in 2013. Safe and prosperous, Olney is conveniently located near three international airports and several renowned universities including Georgetown University and Johns Hopkins University.