| Cardinal O'Hara High School | |
| Location | |
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| 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, 19064 |
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| Information | |
| President | William J. McCusker |
| Principal | George Stratts |
| Faculty | 95+/- |
| Type | High School |
| Motto | Pride-Excellence-Tradition |
| Color(s) | Cardinal Red and Royal Blue |
| Established | 1963 |
| Enrollment | 1700 |
| 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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Presidents
The position of President was established in 1993 for all Archdiocesan High Schools. The President is responsible for financial operations, facilities issues, fundraising, alumni relations, and external affairs. 1993-2001: Rev. Joseph P. McFadden
2001- : Dr. William J. McCusker
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
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.
Academics
Cardinal O'Hara High School has a long tradition of academic excellence. Course offerings represent primarily a college preparatory curriculum. Extensive Advanced Placement offerings provide an opportunity for students to gain college credit. The typical school day begins with homeroom followed by eight 42 minute class periods. The school strives to work cooperatively with families in helping students to assume their individual responsibilities and reach their full potential.
Athletics
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Equestrian
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Wrestling
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
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)
Notable Alumni
- William F. Adolph, Jr., former Springfield Commissioner; Pa. State Rep. (R-165)[1]
- Gerald Feehery, professional football player [1]
- Lt. Gen Ronald Kadish, military [1]
- Kevin Jones, professional football player[2]
- Joe Sestak, Congressman (D) for Pennsylvania's 7th congressional district[3]
- Kathy Deitch, a Broadway performer who appeared on Broadway in the original casts of the Footloose (Urleen) and Wicked (Ensemble)
- Tim Donaghy, NBA referee who plead guilty to gambling on games he officiated.
- Mark Matkevich,Actor, Dawson's Creek
- Tim Chambers, Producer & Director
- John Kincade, Atlanta-based ESPN Radio host
- Christian Alsis, Conspiracy Theorist and Hatter
See also
References
- ^ a b c Cardinal O'Hara High School Alumni Hall of Fame. Cardinal O'Hara High School. Retrieved on 2007-08-13.
- ^ McLane, Jeff (September 2006). O'Hara Enters Wider Stage. Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia Media Holdings LLC. Retrieved on 2007-08-13.
- ^ 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.
