Four Reasons - Bishop Miege High School

Four Reasons
to Select Bishop Miege
1. We’re not the most expensive.
Because of
strong parish financial support, Miege is able to provide the high quality Catholic
education you’re looking for without an exorbitant price tag. In addition, through
scholarships and financial aid programs, Miege does its part to help parents with
their tuition obligations.
2. We’re not the biggest.
With enrollment in the 700s,
Miege is small enough to provide personal attention to students and better opportunities
to participate, but large enough to be able to offer a large variety of activities and
academic choices.
3. We’re not the most exclusive.
While some
schools pride themselves on being exclusive, Miege prides itself on being inclusive.
As an archdiocesan school, our mission is to include and serve students and families
of different income levels, backgrounds, ethnicities and ability levels. This inclusion of
a mix of families provides our students valuable preparation to meet the challenges of
an ever-shrinking world.
4. We’re simply the best.
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ACADEMICS
71 percent of Miege faculty possess
a Master’s degree or higher. With a
17:1 student-to-teacher ratio, Miege
offers ideal classroom sizes, while
allowing faculty to give extra time
and individual attention.
In addition, 50 percent of Miege
faculty has taught for 10 years or
more at Miege, providing continuity
and stability, and demonstrating a
long-term investment in the school
and its students.
Students may earn college credit by
taking advanced placement classes at
Miege and taking the AP exams in May.
Advanced Placement credits are widely
accepted, but colleges and college
departments vary considerably on score
requirements and credit awarded.
College Credit
Miege students may participate in dual
enrollment (the College Now program)
by attending approved classes at
Miege for which college credit may
be obtained at Johnson County
Community College and Benedictine
College. More than 60 college credit
hours are available through course
topics in English, math, history, art,
science, German, Spanish and French.
It is not unusual for a Miegian to
graduate having earned one or two
semesters of college credit.
Expanded Curriculum
Students may include in their daily
schedule rigorous online courses, such
as macroeconomics, AP computer
science, Latin and Chinese.
Top-notch Programs
For 13 of the past 15 years, the Debate
squad has earned either first or second
place at State, and Miege is ranked as
one of the top programs in the nation
by the National Forensic League.
The Stag Robotics Team constructs
a robot in just six weeks and competes
in the FIRST competition. The club
is turning into much more than a
game for some members. Numerous
students have received scholarships
based on their Robotics experiences.
LIVING FAITH
Advanced Placement
SPIRITUALITY
Faculty Facts
COLLEGE
READINESS
Achieving academic excellence
INCLUSION
Where do Miegians go after graduation? In addition to the numerous private and public universities
and colleges in Kansas and Missouri, recent Miege graduates have been accepted to the following schools:
Kansas City Art Institute
Loyola University of
Chicago
Loyola University of
New Orleans
Mt. St. Claire College
Mankato State U.
Marquette University
Massachusetts Institute
of Technology
Miami University
Michigan State U.
Mount Mercy
New York University
Northwestern U.
Notre Dame
Ohio State University
Purdue University
Quincy College
Regis College
Santa Clara University
St. John’s University
St. Louis University
St. Thomas U., MN
Southern Methodist U.
Stanford University
Texas Christian U.
Trinity University
Tulane University
Tuskegee University
University of Arkansas
University of Arizona
University of Chicago
U. of Colorado
University of Dallas
University of Denver
University of Illinois
University of Iowa
U. of Kentucky
U. of Massachusetts
U. of Miami (FL)
U. of Minnesota
U. of Montana
U. of Nebraska
U. of New Mexico
U. of New Orleans
U. of North Texas
U. of Oklahoma
U. of Pennsylvania
U. of San Diego
U. of St. Thomas
University of Texas
University of Tulsa
U. of Virginia
U. of Washington
U. of Wyoming
Valparaiso University
Virginia Tech
Washington U.
Washington & Lee U.
Webster University
West Point
Westminster College
William Jewell College
Xavier University
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Creighton University
DePaul University
DePauw University
Drake University
Duke University
Florida State U.
George Mason
George Washington
Georgetown U.
Grinnell
Harvard University
Holy Cross
Iowa State University
Facilities
Air Force Academy
American University
Arizona State U.
Boston College
Boston University
Bradley University
Brown University
Bucknell College
Catholic U. of America
Coe College
Colorado College
Colorado State U.
Columbia (NY) U.
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PLAN
ACT
ACT
nData-driven
instruction focuses on
improvement of scores
A u g u s t Tes t
Test results are mailed to
parents. Target areas for
improvement are identified.
Tes t P r e p ( s e p t-a p r i l )
ACT area
English
Math
Reading
Science/
Reasoning
Classroom
English
Math
Social Studies
Science
A p r i l Tes t
Test results are mailed to
parents. Progress measured.
2 days per month
per subject;
basic skills
3 days per month
per subject;
basic skills and
test strategies
2 days per month
per subject;
test strategies and
practice tests
PLAN
ACT
ACT
nACT results drive curricular decisions
for four core departments (Math,
English, Science and Social Studies)
nUses college readiness standards
nD ata
is individualized by teacher,
classroom and student
nProgress
is regularly communicated
to home
nLong-range,
three-year approach has
more lasting impact than a crash
course
ACT score impact on admission and financial assistance
basic admission
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25
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29
30
basic admission
$6,000
basic admission
$1,250
$8,000–$10,000
$11,000
most scholarships begin here
Increases
up to full
$13,000
$2,000
tuition
$10,000
starting
with a
$14,500
score of
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Super Scores ...
Super Scholarships
$15,500
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4-year tuition and fees
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1.2% of the Class of 2012 scored 30 or
1
above on the ACT exam.
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he past three years, each graduate
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has averaged more than $25,000 in
scholarship offers.
basic admission
scholarship monies added
activities
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take six retired ACT tests
by the time they take the actual
test, increasing their confidence and
reducing anxiety
State collegeLocal private collegeMidwest private collegeElite college
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nStudents
Facilities
ACT scores*
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*Data collected 2008-2009. All ACT scores
have a corresponding GPA requirement
Juniors
INCLUSION
Higher ACT scores translate directly into
more scholarship offers, financial assistance
and college acceptance opportunities.
In most cases (math, reading, science
reasoning and English), an ACT score
can be raised one point by answering 1-2
additional questions correctly. Even an
improvement that small can make a huge
difference in scholarship amounts. For
instance, at a midwest private college, a 27
can net $8,000 more than a 26.
Sophomores
LIVING FAITH
How the Program Works
nIncludes all students
Fr e s h m e n
SPIRITUALITY
Because about 90 percent of most colleges’
admission decisions and scholarship
awards factor in student ACT scores, in
2005 Miege initiated a comprehensive
ACT preparation program.
By using test results, lessons are
designed and embedded into the current
curriculum to enhance students’ basic
skills and test-taking abilities. This is
the only three-year comprehensive ACT
preparation program in the area, and
is designed to give Miege students a
measurable advantage in their pursuit of
a college education.
ACT PREP OVERVIEW
COLLEGE
READINESS
Advantage: Miege
The Best College Readiness
ACADEMICS
WITH The only three-year Cambridge ACT prep program in the
Midwest, MIEGE’s curriculum is designed to give all students a
measurable advantage in their pursuit of a college education.
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ACADEMICS
COLLEGE
READINESS
“Faith is the realization of what is hoped for,
and evidence of things not seen.”
— Hebrews 11:1
The Campus Ministry Team is
responsible for planning liturgies,
peer ministry, service projects,
prayer groups and retreats. Around
300 students each year participate,
meeting regularly during activity
period and before and after school.
In addition, each year dozens of
students travel around the country
for mission trips to help those in need.
Faculty Faith Formation
Much like a child’s faith formation
at home begins with his or her
parents, at school that very important
responsibility belongs to the faculty
and staff. All teachers present
Catholic Infusion lessons in their
regular classes, and faculty members
continue their study of the Catechism
with eight half-days dedicated to
faith formation. On these days,
faculty focuses on the four pillars of
faith formation: Interior Formation,
Intellectual Formation, Community
Building and Planning for the
Apostolate. This program of faith
formation is designed to deepen
the faculty’s relationship with Jesus
Christ to truly make Bishop Miege a
faith-based environment.
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Catholic High School Education is Essential
A recent study shows Sunday Mass attendance is twice as
high for Catholic secondary school students, compared
to those who only attended Catholic elementary school.
“My faith is a big part of who I am
and who I want to be, and coming to
a school that’s willing to nurture my
faith and make it even stronger is very
important to me.
to overstate: Not only do students receive life-altering
religious instruction, but they also are expected to
22%
perform at higher levels in all areas of school. It is
No Catholic
schooling
45%
Attended
Catholic
elementary
and high
school
Weekly mass
attendance
for those
born after 1982,
by schooling
Source: The CARA
Report, 2004
important for children to be exposed to a faith-infused
curriculum through the very challenging teen years.
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– Erin Alexander, Class of 2011
22%
Attended
Catholic
elementary only
activities
The benefits of Catholic secondary education are hard
INCLUSION
Growing the Faith
The Miege student is guided through
a series of theological studies
throughout his or her high school
experience, with required Theology
classes across all grades. The 20122013 Theology curriculum consists
of the following: The Revelation
of Jesus Christ in Scripture, Jesus
Christ’s Mission Continues in the
Church, Sacraments as Privileged
Encounters with Jesus Christ, Life
in Christ (Morality), Theology of the
Body, Responding to the Call of Jesus
Christ, and Living as a Disciple of
Jesus Christ in Society.
LIVING FAITH
Learning the Faith
Liturgy is celebrated in a variety of
settings, including the total school
community, grade level, class retreats
and individual theology classes. Allschool liturgy is celebrated monthly in
the gym and Mass is held in our chapel
on a weekly basis.  Students participate
in the sacrament of reconciliation,
and private reconciliation is also
available by making an appointment
with our chaplain. Two communal
reconciliation services are held each
year for all students during Advent and
Lent. Adoration is done throughout the
year, and twice in all-school settings.
SPIRITUALITY
Practicing the Faith
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ACADEMICS
“As my father has sent me, so i send you.”
COLLEGE
READINESS
— John 20:21
SPIRITUALITY
LIVING FAITH
Called to Serve
Service Requirements
The Community Service Program
requirement is an important part of the
Catholic Education Program at Miege,
giving students the opportunity to
learn about and to serve those who are
in need. Students must earn 80 hours
of service over four years, including
40 hours serving those who are less
fortunate, with the vast majority of
students exceeding these requirements.
activities
Miege students have earned a
national reputation for being deeply
committed to serving others, and this
commitment to service has not gone
unnoticed. For several years, Miege
has been named a National School of
Service, and USA Today has profiled
a group of Miege students who spent
their spring break volunteering in
Louisiana. Because of Miege’s track
record of mission trips, the National
Relief Network often contacts the
school to put together trips to help
hurricane victims.
Facilities
More than 300 students participate in
the Campus Ministry Program, and
many of those students choose to live
out their faith by going on mission
trips to help others around the country.
Recent trips have taken Miegians to
tornado- and hurricane-ravaged areas
of Joplin, MO, New Orleans, Alabama
and Mississippi, and other groups have
traveled to Chicago and West Virginia.
Students regularly give up their spring
breaks and Christmas vacations, as
well as weeks during the summer, to
help others.
INCLUSION
Faith in Action
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Miege Students and volunteers take a break from tornado relief efforts in Joplin, MO, to gather in front of a giant cross that was erected in 2011. / Above left Students gather and
wrap Christmas gifts and load them into red bags, which are delivered to foster children in the Kansas City metropolitan area each December / Above middle Nate Mohler reads to a
young boy at a Kansas City day care during a mission trip. / Above right Tornado cleanup in Joplin.
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ACADEMICS
COLLEGE
READINESS
— Fr. Ron Livojevich
to communicate with the workforce,
and to do that he or she has to be
able to work with a wide variety of
people,” he said. Our inclusiveness
encompasses many areas:
Large Geographic Area
Co-education
While research shows that there is no
difference in academic achievement
Being true to our mission as an
Archdiocesan school, Miege serves
both ends of the academic spectrum
and everything in between. The ACT
Prep program helps target areas for
growth of all students. In addition,
course phasing places students in
classes where they are challenged, yet
still attain success.
Income Levels
Cultural Backgrounds
Because of our affordable tuition
and extensive financial assistance
programs, we include families of
different income levels.
Our student community represents a
mix of cultural backgrounds:
• 78% Caucasian • 13% Hispanic
• 5% African American • 2% Asian.
Facilities
Students come from all over the
Kansas City metropolitan area because
families recognize the educational
value of learning to work together
with students of various backgrounds.
Ability Levels
between single-gender and co-ed
schools, there are many important
advantages to co-education, including:
The embracement of diversity and
equality; opportunities to practice
leadership in mixed-gender settings;
respectful, supportive friendships
with both genders; and structured
preparation for students’ future co-ed
lives in their families and workplaces.
INCLUSION
At Miege, we pride ourselves on being
inclusive, as evidenced by our mix of
student backgrounds, cultures and
abilities. An enriching mix of student
backgrounds has been a hallmark of
Bishop Miege since its inception. Bill
Dunn Jr., a 1966 Miege grad and a past
Miege parent, remembers the varied
environment Miege enjoyed when he
was a student, as it still has today. He
said he learned a lot from working
with people from backgrounds other
than his own, and he says it has
been essential to his success. “The
manager of the future has to be able
LIVING FAITH
The Best of All Worlds
SPIRITUALITY
“Miege has an enrichment of diversity that you can’t duplicate.
I still advise any parent who asks to look first at Miege.”
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North campus,
acquired 2007
Stadium and
Track, 2007
Educational facility,
completed 2004
baseball field
renovated 2009
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ACADEMICS
COLLEGE
READINESS
OVER THE PAST DECADE, The Bishop Miege High School has
undergone $24 million in capital improvements,
Providing students with A premiere campus and facilities.
SPIRITUALITY
LIVING FAITH
In an area large enough to house a space
shuttle, students and teachers can access a
collection of more than 13,000 volumes and
a computer workstation equipped with 32
computers connected to high-speed Internet
Other Capital Improvements
Over the past decade, Bishop Miege has
completed a $24 million capital improvement
campaign, with the acquisition of its North
Campus, additional classrooms, computer and
science labs, the 12,400-square-foot Kincaid
Media Center, the Saint Angela Merici Chapel,
and a new stadium.
• SMART Boards in
every classroom
• New athletic field,
track and bleachers
• North Campus
• Press box,
concessions & gameday plaza
• Kincaid Media Center
• Science labs
• Educational
facilities
upgrades
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$24,000,000
activities
The Kincaid Media Center
access. Students and staff use such integrated
research tools as the library’s online catalog,
journal articles and searchable databases,
including full-text periodicals, which can also
be accessed from home.
Facilities
Bishop Miege has focused its technology
improvements on proven ways to increase
student achievement.
Every classroom at Bishop Miege comes
equipped with state-of-the-art technology in
the form of SMART Boards. These multimedia
devices look like dry erase boards, but allow
teachers to open video and Web sites, save
their hand-written notes and even tape their
lectures.
While laptop computers and iPads have many
great benefits, teaching is a human experience.
Real engagement comes from great teachers
with interesting lesson plans. Students have
access to computer labs and clusters throughout
the building. While fully utilizing technology
in all areas of curriculum, Miege chooses not to
provide laptops for each student, opting instead
for classroom instruction that promotes human
interaction and creative thinking.
INCLUSION
Technology
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ACADEMICS
The Best Chance to Participate:
Student-to-Student
National
Organizations
Student Council
StuCo summer camps
Dances
Unity
Class retreats
All-school mixers
Class projects
Freshman Welcome
Spirited
Cheerleading
Lady Stag Dancers
Spirit Club
Spirit days
Pep assemblies
Communications
Debate
Forensics
Facets (lit. magazine)
Hart (yearbook)
Ink Inc.
Miegian (newspaper)
Drama
Fall musical
Winter play
Student-directed
one-act plays
Music
Treble Choir
Concert Chorale
Miege Singers
Liturgical Choir
Pep Band
Drum Line
Boys’ Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track
Wrestling
Girls’ Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track
Volleyball
INCLUSION
State Championships at Miege
Boys’ Cross Country
1996
Boys’ Basketball
2001
2010
Girls’ Basketball
1980
1989
1992
1996
2003
1984
1990
1994
2001
2007
Boys’ Bowling
2007
1983
1991
1997
1985
1992
Girls’ Cross Country
1978
1986
1990
1993
1982
1988
1991
1994
Debate
1983
1989
1992
2004
1998 1999 2000
2004 2006 2010
Forensics
1972
1977
1975
2009
Boys’ Golf
2001
Boys’ Soccer
1998
2000
Softball
2002
Girls’ Soccer
2003
Boys’ Tennis
1986
1991
Girls’ Tennis
1991
1992
Girls’ Track
1990
2005
Volleyball
1977
1980
1983
1989
1993
2003
2009
1978
1981
1985
1991
1994
2004
2010
1979
1982
1986
1992
2002
2008
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Football
activities
1978
1985
1991
1995
2002
2009
1982
1989
1995
Facilities
Baseball
LIVING FAITH
Science Club
Spanish Club
Guitar Club
Chess Club
Environmental Awareness Club
Graveyard S.H.I.F.T.
MEET (Multi-Ethnic
Educational Team)
Page Pirates
French Club
Invisible Children’s Club
Campus Ministry Team
Service projects
Mission Trips
Retreats
Scholars Bowl
Science Contests
Stag Robotics Team
National Honor Society
National Forensics League
Amigos de las Americas
SADD (Students Against
Destructive Decisions)
Clubs
Spiritual
Contests
SPIRITUALITY
Peer tutoring
Peer ministers
Student managers
COLLEGE
READINESS
Clubs and Activities at Miege
Bishop Miege awarded
more than $925,000 in
financial assistance
last year based on need.
Bishop Miege High School strives to offer a superior Catholic
education to every family that wants one. In addition to numerous
scholarships, Bishop Miege awarded more than $925,000 last year in
financial assistance based on need.
Criteria for Financial aid
In considering families for financial aid, the criteria include the following:
n Total income, taxable plus nontaxable
n Number of children
n Number of children at Bishop Miege
n Number of children at Catholic elementary or secondary schools or colleges
n Extraordinary family expenses
Applications are included in our registration packets. For details, contact
Jean Lininger at 913-262-2701, ext. 234.
other assistance
Family Tuition Reduction
When more than one student from a family is simultaneously enrolled at Bishop
Miege, tuition reduction is given. A second child automatically receives a $350
reduction. Additional children of the same immediate family pay no tuition.
Payment Plans
While tuition is normally paid during the summer before the school year,
or half during the summer and half in December, monthly payment options
can be arranged.
Tuition Insurance
The Breadwinner Fund pays remaining tuition of a student in the event of
the loss of a parent who provides the main financial support of the family.
This pays half of all remaining tuition if the student is registered but not yet
attending.
Work Study
A limited number of work study positions are available to reduce tuition
costs. Maximum possible earnings is about $1,200.
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COLLEGE
READINESS
BISHOP MIEGE HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMICS
Working to Make Tuition Affordable
2012-2013 Tuition Rates
1 student 2 or more
In district*
$7,525
$14,700
Out of district
$9,025
$17,500
SPIRITUALITY
The Good Samaritan and Helping Hand Scholarships
QUALIFICATIONS
through high school at Bishop Miege, but are challenged by the
n
Academic effort and performance
increased tuition costs from grade school to high school to the point
n
Record of good citizenship
that attending Bishop Miege has been ruled out because of:
n
Service to church/community
n
Family circumstances
AWARDS
n
Looking at more than one child in high school in the future
n
n
May not qualify for regular financial assistance
n R
enewable
n
Regular financial assistance might not be enough
Up to $2,500 per year
through graduation
based on continued eligibility
For students who attend area Catholic
grade schools.
Merit Scholarship
For outstanding performance on the Miege
placement test – $700 for the 9th grade year.
Pastors’ Scholarship
Awarded by the pastor of each parish in the
Johnson County region – 10% of tuition.
Archbishop Strecker Scholarship
Awarded on school achievement and service
to the parish – $1,000.
Principal’s Scholarship
For exemplary performance on the Miege
placement test – $1,000 for the 9th grade year.
activities
Mary Ann Lucas Scholarship
Facilities
Established for families who want to continue Catholic education
Scholarships For
Incoming Freshmen
INCLUSION
NEW Scholarship program
LIVING FAITH
*Registered members of Johnson County Catholic
parishes are designated as in district.
Miege Foundation Scholar’s Award
Awarded to freshmen based on the placement
test, achievement, character and service.
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Important Dates
SEPTEMBER
@Applications for 2013-2014 financial aid
accepted
October
@1 Miege Shadow Program begins
@
Recommended for all prospective
@
eighth-graders.
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Available through April 27
@20 Open House, 12-4 p.m. (Saturday)
November
@7 Eighth Grade Day at Miege.
January
@12 Miege Placement Test, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
@19 Make-up Placement Test, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
@27 7th/8th grade pizza party
February
@
Scores from the Placement Test
and
Registration Packet mailed.
@20 Registration Night
@22 Registration Deadline
March
@
Letters of acceptance mailed.
APRIL
@6 Class of 2017 Freshman Orientation
MaY
@ Notification of Financial Assistance Decisions
Take part in our
Shadow Program
We invite and encourage all eighth-grade students interested in attending Miege
to participate in our Shadow Program
This program allows eighth-grade guests to shadow a current Miege freshman
for a day, and in doing so, have the opportunity to meet other students, faculty
and staff at the school.
Taking part in the Shadow Program is truly the best way for prospective
students to see for themselves what Miege has to offer.
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Visits may be scheduled with one week’s notice, between Oct. 1 and April 25.
Call 913-262-2701, ext. 226, to set up a visit or go to www.bishopmiege.com
and click Admissions>Shadow Program.