Inspiring Growth in Knowledge and Faith

since 1869

JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMYA Coeducational College Preparatory High School

Co-sponsored by the Carmelites and Joliet Franciscan Sisters

Inspiring growth in knowledge and faith since 1869, the Joliet Catholic Academy family creates an environment that cultivates opportunities for academic excellence, meaningful service, Christian respect, and Catholic values in the traditions of the Carmelites and Franciscans.

Our Mission

WELCOME TO JCAA TRADITION OF VALUED HISTORY AND EXCELLENCE IN HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION

The JCA family has been grounded in tradition and inspired by faith for 150 years at the center of Catholic education in Will County. An educational journey at Joliet Catholic Academy is filled with experienced faculty and dedicated staff committed to helping every student reach their greatest potential. Students at Joliet Catholic Academy have many opportunities to succeed. Angels and Hilltoppers are challenged in the classroom, expected to serve within the community, tested on the playing field, and embraced by the missions of the Carmelites and Franciscans. JCA’s holistic approach to education, centered in the school’s faith-filled curriculum, creates an educational experience that encourages success. The goal of the Joliet Catholic Academy family is to prepare young men and women for college and for life. Join the JCA family and become part of A Tradition that is second to none!

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCEA TRADITION OF...

Academic excellence is one of the hallmarks of Joliet Catholic Academy. After moving through our educational program, students are well prepared to attend the college of their choice. 100% of the Class of 2018 was accepted into college, 78% were accepted into the college of their choice. JCA’s diverse curriculum offers students an individualized education based on their strengths, providing them with the opportunity to achieve their maximum intellectual potential. Students are placed in the academic program that best meets their needs based on their academic strengths.

Curriculum PlacementAccelerated/Honors Prep - Directed at the highly academically gifted and talented students who enjoy the challenges of a demanding program of studies.

Upper College Prep - Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the basic skills and discipline they need to achieve success in college.

College Prep - Furnishes students with the understanding of basic skills and the ability to master these skills to better prepare them for further academic study.

Advanced Placement and Dual Credit - Advanced Placement courses are offered to juniors and seniors in English III, English IV, Spanish, French, U.S. Government, Calculus, Biology, Physics, Microeconomics, European History, U.S. History, Chemistry, and Statistics.

Academic Resource CenterThe Academic Resource Center complements the Joliet Catholic Academy curriculum by offering support to those students diagnosed with mild-to-moderate specific learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorder.

Students entering this program will be receiving supplemental instruction one period per day in a small group setting with an emphasis on the academic content of their college preparatory classes.

Academic DistinctionThe Class of 2018 earned over $12 million in

college scholarships, averaging over $75,000 per student through four years of college.

31 students in the Class of 2018 were named Illinois State Scholars.

The mean ACT score was 30.3 for Honors Program students and 27.1 for

the top 50% of the Class of 2018, well above Illinois’ public school state

average ACT of 21.2 from 2017.

Angels and Hilltoppers can earn Advanced Placement and Junior College credits while attending JCA. 70% of the Class of 2018

scored a “3” or higher on A.P. Examinations earning college credit, well above the state and local public school averages

(65.6% and 37.6%) from 2017.

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COUNSELINGThe Counseling Department provides a student focused program that is developmental, comprehensive, and preventative, providing an educational process that cultivates and challenges all students to be lifelong learners growing in faith, knowledge, understanding, and service. The Counseling Department is comprised of three guidance counselors and a college/career counselor.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/counseling-department

FINE ARTSJCA believes the arts are an important part of the high school experience. The arts make a real contribution to the intellectual, expressive, emotional, and creative growth of a person. Angels and Hilltoppers are required to earn credits for graduation in both Art and Music. Students are also given the opportunity to become involved outside the classroom setting with extracurricular activities such as exhibits, field trips, and musical performances.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/fine-arts-department

THEOLOGYJCA’s Theology Department is staffed with knowledgeable religious faculty members who have a combined average of 15 years of teaching experience. JCA students take Theology classes all four years of high school, and the department is the first high school in the Diocese of Joliet to track student cognition and affect development using the NCEA’s IFG standardized testing, developed with the National Conference of Catholic Bishops.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/theology-department

SCIENCEJCA’s Science Department is staffed with accomplished faculty members who have experience at both the high school and collegiate level. Multiple subject labs provide hands on learning to help students understand phenomena in the world of science. The department utilizes technology in the classroom through virtual dissections and labs. The department also offers Advanced Placement courses in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/science-department

ENGLISHThe mission of the English Department is to teach a philosophy that exceeds a high academic level, one that challenges students to examine and interpret the human condition and the inter- relatedness and responsibility of all people. The goal is to help students connect literature to the human experience by strength-ening problem solving and critical thinking skills so that students have superb decision making abilities and a sense of self-worth. The department also offers courses in AP English Literature as well as a Writing Lab for students during advisory period for one-on-one consultation regarding essays and research papers.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/english-department

MATHThe Math Department boasts a team of excellent faculty members eager to share their knowledge and challenge students in their studies. The department’s “Formula for Success” includes an Eighth Grade Math Program for accelerated learning, a Math Lab designed to provide supplemental tutoring from JCA math teachers, Dual Credit courses offered for college credit, and Advanced Placement courses in Calculus and Statistics.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/math-department

SOCIAL STUDIESStudents taking social studies classes have a unique opportunity to expand their worldview and learn from outstanding faculty who have more than 150 years of teaching experience combined. Courses are offered in Business, Government and International Relations, U.S. History, AP European History, AP U.S. Government, AP U.S. History, and AP Microeconomics.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/social-studies-department

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

WORLD LANGUAGEJCA students are challenged to think differently, broaden their learning spectrum, and become exposed to new cultures, expanding their worldview. French and Spanish courses are offered to students. Different approaches to learning such as opportunities to travel abroad and National French and Spanish contests will entice students to continue their foreign language studies throughout all four years of high school. Advanced Placement courses in Spanish and French are offered.

To learn more, visit: www.jca-online.org/foreign-language-department

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At Joliet Catholic Academy we understand the importance of education and technology working hand in hand to enhance the learning experience, preparing students for a successful future. JCA seeks to challenge all students with a rigorous curriculum, utilizing state of the art technology and the most current trends in curriculum integration. It is our goal to provide all students with access to digital curricular content and the latest productivity applications, training in the use of applications that enhance learning, and coursework in digital citizenship for the appropriate and responsible technology use.

1:1 Initiative We strongly believe that the 1:1

Technology Initiative supports our mission, “to cultivate opportunities for academic excellence.” JCA is 1:1 during the 2018-2019 school year with all students using approved laptop devices. Our teachers have been trained and are prepared and excited to work with all students using the latest technology available to provide new and unique learning opportunities. The benefits of going 1:1 are limitless and include opportunities such as:

• Increased student-centered learning• Enhanced student and teacher

collaboration• Increased student engagement,

accountability, and creativity• Efficient feedback on formative and

summative assessments• Organization of notes, homework,

tests, and projects all in one device

Computer Center A state of the art facility where

the students have a quiet and comfortable environment to do schoolwork on their laptops. There are also three labs fully equipped with PCs. Teaching stations with projectors provide opportunities for modeling during instruction. Also, with our Office 365 initiative, students will be able to work on their schoolwork and access their files stored in OneDrive.

We will be continuing the tradition of the JCA Tech Club, which meets in the Computer Center one day each week after school to broaden the minds of those students interested in technology.

Microsoft for Education JCA’s 1:1 initiative is based on the

Microsoft/Windows 10 Platform. All student computers will have Office 365 and each student will have a JCA email account through Microsoft Outlook. With the Office 365 accounts, students will have access to the complete Office Suite of programs, including OneNote, One Drive, Teams, Skype, Yammer, Sway, Mix and all other free Microsoft applications.

Technology in the Classroom All classrooms are equipped with

the latest technology needed to ensure an education that prepares students to be ready for a future filled with endless possibilities. With Microsoft for Education, teachers and students have a wide variety of programs available to them to aid in doing everything from organization and collaboration to innovation and creativity.

Plus Portals Plus Portals is an avenue for

parents, students and teachers to communicate and share information such as:

• Course Expectations

• Course Syllabus

• Assignments

• Grades

• Email between teachers and parents/students

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN TECHNOLOGY

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COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES

College Matriculation in the Past Five Years

of the Class of 2018 are pursuing higher education

99%

68%of students in the Class of 2018

earned college scholarships

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The spiritual atmosphere at Joliet Catholic Academy is what sets it apart from other area high schools. In support of JCA’s mission, four years of religious studies are required and a comprehensive spiritual life program is provided by a vibrant Campus Ministry department.

Campus Ministry implements programs that contribute to the spiritual welfare of the entire JCA community in developing a Roman Catholic environment that fosters a deep, personal relationship with God and Jesus Christ through the charisms of the Carmelites and Franciscans.

JCA offers students a variety of ministries and formative programs to enrich their faith and character development.

Liturgical Experiences• The Mary, Our Sister Chapel will

be dedicated during the fall of 2018. It will contain seating for 450 and will become the center of JCA’s spiritual community. The additional renovation of the Adoration Chapel will allow The Mary, Our Sister Chapel to host multiple functions including guest speakers, extra-curriculars, meetings, and more.

• Weekly Mass is offered after school in the chapel. All are welcome.

• The Mary, Our Sister Chapel and the Adoration Chapel are open throughout the day for private prayer and reflection.

• All-school Masses are once per month and/or on Holy Days of Obligation.

• The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered throughout the year and on retreats.

Christian Service JCA students complete a

minimum of 60 hours of Christian Service throughout their four-year careers, working both within the school and the Joliet community to directly impact the lives of others.

Retreats• Freshmen, sophomores, juniors,

and the JCA faculty and staff all participate together in an annual day of renewal.

• Kairos will be offered to students during their senior year.

FAITH & FAMILYA TRADITION OF...

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The Class of 2018 completed over 15,000 hours of service

in their time at JCA.

15,000+

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Athletics plays an important role in developing the discipline and competitive spirit required for academic success. JCA has a tradition of winning state titles, national championships and sportsmanship awards. More importantly, there is no greater feeling than running on the field, taking the court, walking on the course or cheering in the HillZone as an Angel or Hilltopper.

Notable Alumni• 65 student-athletes are currently

competing at and continuing their education at the NCAA Division I, II, III, NJCAA, or NAIA levels.

• George Mikan, a 1942 graduate, played and coached in the ABA and NBA and is a member of the National Basketball Hall of Fame. Ed Mikan ’44 also played six years in the NBA.

• Kelly Murphy '08 was a member of the 2016 U.S. Olympic women’s volleyball team that competed in Rio earning a Bronze Medal and recently captured the FIVB Volleyball Nations League title with the 2018 U.S. women’s national team.

• Allie Quigley '04, a two-time WNBA “Sixth Woman of the Year” for the Chicago Sky was recently named a WNBA All-Star for the second consecutive season and has also won back-to-back WNBA All-Star Game Three-Point competitions.

• Seven Hilltopper Football alumni are former or current NFL players: Elmer “Tippy” Madarik ‘40 (Detroit, Washington), Tom Thayer ‘79 (Chicago, Miami), Mike Alstott '92 (Tampa Bay), Mike Goolsby '00 (St. Louis), Coby Fleener '07 (Indianapolis, New Orleans), Nick Clancy '08 (Atlanta), Josh Ferguson '11 (Indianapolis)

• Rylan Bannon '14 and Antonio Saldana '17 were each selected in the 2017 Major League Baseball Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants respectively. Nick Dalesandro '15 was selected in the 10th round of the 2018 MLB Draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks out of Purdue University. Eight former Hilltoppers have played in the Major Leagues and 43 have played professional baseball.

JCA freshman D.J. Hamiti captured the IHSA State Title at 106 pounds in wrestling, while fellow freshman Jack Finnegan placed 5th at 113 pounds.

BaseballBasketballCross CountryFootballGolfIce Hockey LacrosseSoccerSwimmingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyballWrestling

Boys Sports

BasketballCheerleadingCross CountryDance TeamGolfSoccerSoftballSwimmingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyball

Girls Sports

ATHLETIC SUCCESSA TRADITION OF...

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Current senior Emily Holbrook will continue her volleyball career at Arizona State University.

Athletic Achievement13 Football State Championships

(Illinois High School Record)

3 Volleyball State Championships

3 Baseball State Championships

1 Golf State Championship

6 Pom-poms National Championships

2 Cheerleading National Championships

2 Basketball National Championships

Maddie Bauer and McCoy Hutchison captured the 2016 IHSA Class 1A State Double Championship, while

also leading the Angels to a 2nd Place Team Finish at State.

Freshman D.J. Hamiti made history winning the IHSA Class 2A State Title

at 106 lbs., the first freshman in JCA history to win a state title in wrestling, and the first Hilltopper to capture a title since

Pat Mudron in ’67.

JCA girls soccer has captured back-to-back sectional championships and is

quickly becoming one of the state’s top soccer programs.

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State or National Championships across seven different sports

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8Current Professional

Athletes

Current senior Greg Ziegler helped

lead the Hilltoppers to a 32-6 overall record

in 2018 and will attend Missouri State on a Division-I baseball

scholarship.

The JCA family consists of nearly 700 current students, their parents and families, faculty and staff, and over 22,800 alumni, led by the Franciscan Sisters and Carmelite Priests.

Our most recent capital campaign, “Honoring our Past, Building our Future,” raised over $1.5 million, furnishing the school with new windows, updated Wi-Fi infrastructure, the creation of the beautiful new Heritage Quad, a renovated outdoor Prayer Garden, and the Mary, Our Sister Chapel. Heritage Quad brings the iconic “Victory Light” back to campus, and coupled with the new chapel provides areas for all within the JCA community to gather and celebrate our rich traditions.

The JCA community is equally excited about the upcoming Strategic Plan for 2018-2023: “Onward Together.” The addition of a $1.2 million dollar Innovation Resource Center will bring a state-of-the-art workspace for students in courses such as AP Computer Science, Engineering, and Graphic Design…work rarely seen outside of a university setting.

COMMUNITY & SERVICE

A TRADITION OF...

of Students Participate in Extra-Curricular Activities

93%

40+Clubs and After-School

Programs Offered

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Clubs, Organizations and ActivitiesAccepting Cultural Diversity ClubAnime ClubArt & Literary MagazineBass Fishing ClubBroadcasting ClubColor GuardDrama ClubFall PlayFrench ClubFrench National Honor SocietyHabitat for HumanityHillzoneHistory ClubImprov TroupeInternational Thespian Troupe 1046Intramural SportsJazz EnsembleKey ClubLatin ClubLeo ClubMath National Honor SocietyMath TeamMovie ClubMusical Theatre TroupeNational Art Honor SocietyNational Honor SocietyPercussion EnsemblePhotography ClubPsychology ClubRespect Life ClubScholastic BowlScience ClubSpanish ClubSpanish National Honor SocietySpring MusicalStudent AmbassadorsStudent CouncilStudent NewspaperTech ClubTri-M Music Honor SocietyVarsity ClubVocal EnsembleWeather ClubWeight Room

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At Joliet Catholic Academy, we are committed to granting access to as many families as possible. In fact, no student at JCA pays 100% of the cost of education.

How do we do this? Four ways: first, through the JCA Endowment supported by our generous donor base on an annual level. Second, through merit-based scholarship for Top Entrance Exam Scorers and Leadership Awards in the JCA Heritage Award Program. Third, through other supporting activities and annual fundraisers such as Jubilate. And finally, through the landmark educational funding bill, the Invest in Kids Act. Families can apply through the scholarship granting organization (SGO) Empower Illinois in January of 2019 (exact date TBA). These tax credit funded scholarships range from 50%, 75%, and 100% of tuition to attend JCA.

Therefore, the cost of tuition has already been supplemented for every Joliet Catholic Academy student. Instead of passing on the full cost of education, families pay no more than 90% of the cost to educate. This commitment to providing an affordable education, that is accessible to ALL Will County-area families, is foundational to the mission of Joliet Catholic Academy.

As a result of this continued commitment, the leadership of JCA launched a new and exciting program in 2017 that is helping provide more access to a high-quality Catholic education to more families. This program is Leveraged Financial Aid. Leveraged Financial is just that…leveraged. We match your tuition rate to your family’s unique, financial position. JCA’s incoming freshman class of 2018 saw a 17% increase in students from the fall of 2017, thanks in large part to Leveraged Financial Aid. As this program grows, coupled with the expected growth of the Invest in Kids Act, current and future JCA families should expect to see a reversal of the downward enrollment trend at Catholic grade schools and high schools in the Will County area.

The tuition at Joliet Catholic Academy is not one-size-fits-all, it’s a range…a range that spans from about 25% to 90% of the full cost of this high-quality Catholic education. Families interested in Leveraged Financial Aid simply submit a financial profile to FACTS, a confidential, third-party online service (families that qualify for Empower Illinois Scholarships must submit a second, free application). Based on a recommendation to our administration, your leveraged financial aid is confirmed. It’s as easy as that.

Think you can’t afford a quality Catholic education? Think again. With Leveraged Financial Aid at Joliet Catholic Academy, an excellent Catholic education has never been more accessible. For more information, please visit our website at www.jca-online.org or call the Admissions Office to schedule a time to meet.

Regards,

Ryan Quigley '03 Director of Admissions and Communications rquigley@jca-online.org / 815.741.0500 ext. 214

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LEVERAGED FINANCIAL AID

Tuition for the 2018-2019 School Year$12,250 Full Tuition

Average Financial Aid Award: $4,000

Average Student Tuition (of a student receiving Financial Aid): $8,250

Student Tuition Ranges (not including Empower IL Scholarships): $3,062-$12,250

Additional fees apply including fundraising, athletic participation, books, and laptops. A complete list of fees can be found online at www.jca-online.org.

Tuition payment optionsPayments can be made via credit card or automatic bank transfers. Other options are available and arranged through the Business Office. JCA offers a variety of payment options:

• Full payment• Bi-annual payments• Quarterly payments• Monthly installments

Granting access to a high-quality, Catholic education to more families

Leveraged Financial Aid

75%

JCA Endowment Empower Illinois Tax Credit

Scholarships

Merit-based Scholarship

Top Entrance Exam Scorers JCA Heritage Award Program

Leadership Awards

Supporting Activities

Fundraisers Jubilate

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JCA STUDENTS COME FROM MANY PLACES

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Burbank

Country Club Hills

Joliet Catholic Academy is located on the west side of Joliet, near the communities of Shorewood, Plainfield and Minooka/Channahon. Because of the easy accessibility to Will, DuPage, Grundy and Kendall counties, JCA pulls students from a wide variety of neighboring towns.

As a result, JCA provides transportation options for students according to interest. The most common methods of commuting to JCA are buses and car pools. Many students ride one of three bus routes with round-trip service through Naperville, Plainfield, Shorewood, Bolingbrook, Romeoville and Joliet. Bus routes are determined annually based on ridership. For a School Bus Transportation Agreement, contact JCA’s Business Office.

A good number of JCA students also are a part of car pools or drive themselves to school each day. The JCA Admissions Office works with families to connect car pools and the JCA Administration contracts with First Student Bus Company to run three routes:

• Naperville/Plainfield route: Round-trip service for students with stops as far north as 75th Street traveling east and west of Route 59 to various subdivisions, south down Route 59 through Plainfield into Joliet.

• Bolingbrook/Romeoville route: Round-trip service for students with stops as far west as Naperville/Plainfield Road and as far north as Boughton Road before traveling south on Weber Road into Joliet.

• Shorewood/Joliet route: Round-trip service for students as far west as County Line Road and as far south as Interstate 80 through various subdivisions in Shorewood and Joliet.

SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION COST$1,000 one time; or two installments of $525 (August and November) total $1,150

BUS ROUTE INFORMATION

2018-2019 ADMISSIONS CALENDAR OF EVENTS

1200 N. Larkin Avenue | Joliet, IL 60435 815.741.0500 | www.jca-online.org

Fall Junior High Night (Joliet Memorial Stadium)Friday, September 14, 2018

7:00 p.m. Kickoff vs. Carmel *Junior High students and youth travel football

organizations are invited. Band, Cheer, and Dance Summer Campers will perform.

8th Grade Volleyball TournamentSaturday, September 15, 2018

Girls Volleyball Junior High NightTuesday, September 18, 2018

6:00 p.m. vs. Marian Catholic High School

Homecoming Parade/Football Game Friday, September 28, 2018

5:00 p.m. Parade 7:30 p.m. Kickoff vs. Benet Academy

8th Grade Boys Basketball TournamentSunday, November 11, 2018

Open HouseSunday, October 28, 2018

Full Guided Tours and Presentations10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 8, 2018No Guided Tours; Presentations Only

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Pre-Exam WorkshopWednesday, November 28, 2018

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Prospective Incoming Freshman Placement ExamSaturday, December 1, 2018 • 8:00 a.m.

Boys Basketball Junior High NightFriday, December 21, 2018

7:00 p.m. vs. Ottawa Marquette

Incoming Freshman Financial Aid Application Deadline

January 1, 2019FA deadlines will differ for JCA, the Catholic Education Foundation, and Empower Illinois.

Girls Basketball Junior High NightThursday, January 31, 2019

7:00 p.m. vs. Morton

7th Grade Step Up DayThursday, March 8, 2019

The complete and most up-to-date JCA 2018-2019 Events Online Calendar can be found at

www.jca-online.org/events.

Contact the Admissions Office to schedule a private family tour or discuss tuition and financial aid options.

To request more information visit www.jca-online.org/admissions.

Contact: Ryan Quigley, JCA Director of Admissions rquigley@jca-online.org or 815.741.0500 ext. 214