J. W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School

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John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School
Established 1901
Type All Girls High School
Affiliation Catholic
President Margaret Gallagher
Principal Mary Kirby
Grades 9-12
Location 311 N. 19th Street,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
District Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Colors Blue and White
Mascot Mickey Mouse
Yearbook 'Silver Sands'
Newspaper 'Sand Script'
Website [1]

John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School is a Roman Catholic high school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is an all girls high school known for its tradition and diversity.

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[edit] History

In the 1800s the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia discussed the need to form schools to educate young Catholic girls in the Delaware Valley. In 1901 Father McDevitt and Mrs. Mary McMichan then founded five "High School Centers". The building of these five "High School Centers" then led the way to the building of the Catholic Girls High School in 1911. After Mrs. Mary McMichan died the school's name was changed to John W. Hallahan High Catholic Girl's High School, after her brother as she requested. It is the first Catholic high school for girls in the country. Hallahan uses Mickey Mouse, a registered Disney character, as a mascot [2]. The most recognizable tradition of jumping into the fountain at Logan Circle started back in the 1960's and continues every year on the last day of the school year. The newly appointed Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores jump into the Swann Memorial Fountain and attract the local media in Philadelphia.

[edit] Curriculum

  • Business- This program is goaled towards preparing young women for both the business market and technological advances in their future careers. [3]
  • Business/Technology Internship Programs- This program allows students to get real work experience. In order to get accepted into this program they must apply separately. [4]
  • English- The English department at J.W.Hallahan educates students in the field of Language Arts. Students develop skills in reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary. [5]
  • Social Studies- The Social Studies department allows young women to discover subjects such as History, Sociology, Psychology, and Economics. [6]
  • Mathematics- The Mathematics department teaches students to make logical decisions through a variety of courses. The department also has the use of updated computer technology and TI-83+ Graphic Calculators. [7]
  • Science- Science and Technology courses at J.W.Hallahan allow students to learn about our environment first hand in the school's updated laboratories. Also the location of the school allows for class trips to the Franklin Institute.[8]
  • World Languages- Languages included in the high school's curriculum include French and Spanish. The school also offers honors courses in this area.[9]
  • Theology- Theology classes at J.W. Hallahan allow their students to learn the values and teachings of the Catholic Church. [10]
  • Health and Physical Education- These classes are required for graduation. They teach students how to live a healthy life and the importance of good nutrition and exercise.[11]
  • Fine Arts- Several Fine Arts classes are offered at J.W. Hallahan. Students will be creating their own portfolio using several mediums to create their own form of art.[12]

[edit] Athletics

  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Golf
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Cheer-leading
  • Bowling
  • Track
  • Softball
  • Swimming

[edit] Clubs & Organizations

  • Student Council
  • National Honor Society
  • Honor Societies
  • Homeroom Representative
  • Activities Representatives Mathletes
  • African American Student Association
  • ASPIRA
  • Puerto Rican Dancers
  • Spanish Club
  • Spirit Club
  • Kairos Leaders
  • C.S.C. (Community Service Corps)
  • S.A.D.D. (Students Against Destructive Decisions)
  • Ambassadors
  • Chastity & Pro-Life Club
  • The Handmaids of Mary
  • Dramatics
  • Stage Crew
  • Hallahan Day Show
  • Concert Band
  • Liturgical Ensemble/Chorus
  • Liturgical Dancers
  • HTV (Television)
  • RALY (Respect and Love Yourself)
  • Asian Culture Club
  • Irish Culture Club
  • Sand Script (Newspaper)
  • Silver Sands (Yearbook)
  • Hourglass (Literary Magazine)
  • Science Club
  • Girls Writing Group

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