Faithful to our Catholic Tradition, our mission is to witness to the Gospel while building an educational community that inspires the spiritual, academic and social development of young adults.
Philosophy
We at Central Catholic High School recognize that the best preparation for life is a challenging academic education combined with diversified co-curricular activities all grounded in the principles of Jesus Christ. We believe that students grow and mature best in a faith-based community where they, in union with God, and in partnership with their families and our staff, have a sense of belonging, security and commitment to service. Faithful to our Roman Catholic tradition, we believe in the dignity and uniqueness of each person as a child of God.
We at Central Catholic High School recognize that the best preparation for life is a challenging, well-rounded, academic education combined with diversified co-curricular activities all grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. We believe that students grow and mature best in a faith-based community where they, in union with God, and in partnership with their families and our staff, have a sense of belonging, security and commitment to service. We believe in the dignity and uniqueness of each person as a child of God.
Central Catholic High School
It's a WE thing - we work together as a family.
Central Catholic High School offers the finest academic, religious and moral education in this area with the aim of developing the talents of the whole person. A rigorous college-preparatory curriculum is enriched through a focus on our faith. Academic excellence for our students is the goal of the faculty at CCHS. Lessons include both traditional and innovative teaching methods and are broad in depth of study.
Central Catholic High School is accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). As part of this accreditation process, we established the following Expected Student Learning Results Integral Student Outcomes (ISO's).
A Central Catholic graduate will be
- Academically Prepared
- Spiritually Developed
- Socially Responsible
- Globally Conscious
The CCHS family, including past and present students, teachers, parents and staff, shares a unique bond. Tales of great friendship, achievement, loyalty and generosity abound. Qualities of trust, compassion and strength in adversity are nourished at Central Catholic High School. Since 1966, Central Catholic High School has been more than a school.
CCHS is
- A family
- A community
- An experience
Expected Student Learning Results Integral Student Outcomes
A Central Catholic graduate will be:
A SPIRITUALLY DEVELOPED PERSON WHO:- Demonstrates acceptance of self, compassion and concern for others based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.
- Engages in personal and communal prayer.
- Recognizes and appreciates the tenets of both the Catholic and non-Catholic faiths.
- Practices active involvement in community through volunteer service.
- Fosters and shares talents that have been given as gifts from God.
- Applies Christian values, ethical standards and moral integrity to life.
- Exhibits the skills and knowledge of well-rounded, college-preparatory education.
- Employs creative and critical thinking to promote independent, life-long learning.
- Recognizes the inherent value of the creative arts.
- Utilizes technology proficiently as a tool for learning, communicating and skill-building across the curriculum.
- Demonstrates cooperative learning.
- Bridges college and career opportunities through curricular experiences.
- Is well-organized, self-disciplined and demonstrates good study habits.
- Practices a healthy lifestyle in body, mind and spirit.
- Is guided by morality, compassion, confidence, and integrity.
- Participates in school and community co-curricular activities.
- Becomes an agent of change for a just society.
- Models team and family values.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the cultural, political and economic challenges of the 21st Century.
- Responds to world, national and local crises and challenges.
- Promotes stewardship of the environment.
- Understands and respects cultural and ethnic diversity.
CCHS Graduation Requirements
Unit Requirements 240 units
10th grade: 60 units
11th grade: 120 units
12th grade: 180 units
Graduation: 240 units
Course Requirements/Recommendations
A. History/Social Science:
World History: 2 semesters (10 units)
United States History: 2 semesters (10 units)
Government /Economics: 2 semesters (10 units)
B. English: 8 semesters (40 units)
C. Mathematics: 6 semesters (30 units)
D. Science:
Life sciences: 2 semesters (10 units)
Physical sciences: 2 semesters (10 units)
E. Foreign Language *
F. Visual Performing Arts: 2 semesters (10 units)
G. Computer Education: 1 semester (5 units)
H. Physical Education: 4 semesters (20 units)
I. Health Education: 1 semester (5 units)
J. Speech: 1 semester (5 units)
K. Geography: 1 semester (5 units)
L. Theology: 8 semesters (40 units)
* CCHS recommends enrollment in a foreign language. Two years are required for college and/or university. Three years are highly recommended.
Christian Service Volunteer Work: 100 hours, 25 hours completed per year.
