Cardinal O'Hara High School

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Cardinal O'Hara High School
Location
1701 S. Sproul Road,
Springfield, Pennsylvania, 19064
Information
President William J. McCusker
Principal George Stratts
Enrollment

1700
Faculty 95+/-
Type High School
Motto Pride-Excellence-Tradition
Color(s) Cardinal Red and Royal Blue
Established 1963
Information (610)-544-3800
Mascot Lion
Homepage http://www.cohs.com/

Cardinal O'Hara High School is a coeducational Catholic High School of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The school is named after John Francis O'Hara who was Archbishop of Philadelphia from 1951 to 1960. It is located in Springfield, Pennsylvania and was first opened in September 1963.

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[edit] Presidents

The position of President was established in 1993 for all Archdiocesan High Schools. The President is responsible for financial operations, facilities issues, fund raising, alumni relations, and external affairs.

1993-2001: Rev. Joseph P. McFadden
2001-  : Dr. William J. McCusker

[edit] Principals

The Principal was originally the top administrator in the school. In 1993, this shifted when the presidency was introduced. Since then, the principal has handled the day-to-day operation of the school.

1963-1969: Rev. Paul P. Maloney
1969-1971: Rev. Joseph C. McCloskey
1971-1980: Rev. James E. Mortimer
1980-1988: Rev. Philip J. Cribben
1988-1993: Rev. Joseph J. McLaughlin
1993-2001: Dr. William J. McCusker
2001-2004: Rev. Michael O'Malley
2004-2007: Mr. William J. Miles
2007-  : Mr. George Stratts

[edit] Mission Statement

Cardinal O'Hara is a regional, Catholic, coeducational high school that teaches and follows the gospel values of Jesus. Our purpose is to develop mature men and women and to prepare them to meet with confidence and faith the challenges of the academic, social, and technological world. Building on a history of pride, excellence, and tradition, our students are challenged by strong academic regimen and a diverse extracurricular program that foster individual talents and nurture respect for oneself and others through a spirit of service and compassion.

[edit] Building

Cardinal O'Hara has recently undergone renovations which allowed for the replacement of windows for the entire front of the school as well as a redesigned auditorium with new seats.

[edit] Academics

The typical school day begins with homeroom followed by eight 42 minute class periods. Every Friday each class is 37 minutes long to allow for a teacher meeting at 1:30.

[edit] Athletics

Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Wrestling

[edit] Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

Band (Marching Band, Pit Band, and Concert & Jazz Band)
Chess Club
Choir
Color Guard
Community Service Corps (CSC)
Costume Club
Dance Club
Delco Hi-Q
French Club
Irish Club
Italian Club
National Honor Society (NHS)
Newspaper (O'Herald)
Poetry Club
Political Science Club
Respect Life Group
Stage Crew
Student Council
Students Against Destructive Decisions
Tech Club
Television Crew (WCOH)
Theatre
Mock Trial
United Americans
World Affairs Club
World Cultures Club
Yearbook (Coeur de Lion)

[edit] Notable Alumni

[edit] See also

[edit] References

  1. ^ a b Cardinal O'Hara High School Alumni Hall of Fame. Cardinal O'Hara High School. Retrieved on 2008-06-06.
  2. ^ McLane, Jeff (September 2006). O'Hara Enters Wider Stage. Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia Media Holdings LLC. Retrieved on 2007-08-13.
  3. ^ The Office of Congressman Joe Sestak (2007-04-03). "Congressman Joe Sestak Tours Don Guanella School and Highlights his Support of Education for All". Press release. Retrieved on 2007-08-13.
  4. ^ McCallum, Jack (July 22, 2007). Crisis of character. Sports Illustrated. Retrieved on 2008-06-06.
  5. ^ Nachman, Laura (August 24, 2007). Ties that bind. phillyburbs.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-06.

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