Quick Facts

CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
A Catholic, co-educational, college-preparatory school.
Our school motto is “Caritas in Omnibus” ~ “Charity in All Things”.

Academic Philosophy

Catholic Memorial offers many academic opportunities for students. There are varied levels of curriculum that address academic interests/abilities. Our curriculum is designed to prepare students to pursue some form of postsecondary education. Faculty and peers encourage each student to work to the best of his/her ability. Resources such as the
Teaching Center, Counseling Center and Student Assistance Days are available for all students.

School Enrollment

Freshmen 212
Sophomores 209
Juniors 187
Seniors 180
Total 788

Accreditation

CMH is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Faculty/Administration

58% hold masters degrees or higher
Teacher to student ratio is 1:16
School Counselor to student ratio is 1:263

Average ACT Score

24.8 with nearly 100% of the Class of 2007 taking the exam. The composite mean for the state of Wisconsin (one of the highest in the nation) was 22.3
96% of CMH graduates go to college

Tuition Assistance

We believe Catholic education is the gift of a lifetime and we are committed to making CMH affordable for families. For the 2008/2009 school year, 158 students were awarded tuition assistance totaling more than $490,000. Scholarships, Tuition Assistance and the Family Tuition Plan have been implemented to make Catholic Memorial accessible for all.

Athletics

The CMH Crusaders are affiliated with the WIAA (Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association)
State Championships
WIAA Division II
2003-2004 2005-2006
Boys Basketball Girls Soccer
Girls Soccer Boys Golf
2004-2005 2006-2007
Boys Golf Girls Volleyball
Girls Soccer

International Baccalaureate

CMH was approved in 2005 to offer this internationally recognized program of study and is one of only two Catholic IB schools in the state of Wisconsin. The first IB Diploma students graduated in the Class of 2007. Nearly 20% of that class (29 students) earned the IB Diploma.

Parent Groups

We offer 4 parent groups: Booster Club, Mothers Club, Friends of the Arts and Friends of the Library. All are great ways to get involved in the CMH community.

Annual Retreats

Freshman - A day long retreat focusing on our school motto, Charity in All Things, and how it is lived out in our community. The senior Peer Mentors will be serving as role models and small group leaders.
Sophomore - An overnight retreat centered on different types of relationships and their importance in our lives. Juniors are invited to be small group leaders.
Junior - Most juniors are preparing for Confirmation and will attend a retreat through their home parish in conjunction with that program. The junior class is being invited to plan and run a new optional junior retreat.
Senior Retreat - A three day retreat held at Perlstein Retreat Center and is the culmination of the students four years at Catholic Memorial. The retreat focuses on their sense of self, their relationships with others, and their commitment to living their faith.

Transportation

Busing is available for students living in the Waukesha, New Berlin and Elmbrook School Districts. Busing and/or carpool arrangements can be arranged for those living outside of the above listed school districts.

Dress Code

Students at CMH are expected to dress in a manner that indicates their understanding of the difference between clothing
that is appropriate for a Catholic school and that considered suitable for recreational settings. Our dress code centers around the belief that students should always dress within the parameters of Christian modesty, self-respect, neatness and safety.

Extracurricular/Service

88% of students participate in at least one extracurricular activity. More than 95% of students participate in community service.

Daily Schedules

Listed times are beginning of periods. The day begins with a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance and birthdays. Announcements are read at the beginning of 3rd period and at the end of the day. The day ends with a prayer. Daily schedules are run on an A-day/B-day schedule. An A-day runs periods 1-8 and a B-day runs as periods 8-1. The days are simply flip-flopped. All school Masses are usually held once a month. In-Services are usually the second Wednesday of each month.