The Mission We are a Catholic high school in the Holy Cross tradition.
We celebrate our diversity, value each person, and welcome one another with the hospitality of Christ.
As a family of learners, anchored in gospel values, we empower each other to grow spiritually, develop intellectually and reach out in service to others.
Within an innovative and orderly learning environment we are committed to challenging each student in both heart and mind to be a compassionate individual, a lifelong learner, and a responsible steward of God’s creation.
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AN EXPERIENCE THAT IGNITES YOUR FUTURE. Built on a promise to empower the heart and mind, Archbishop Hoban High School nurtures the smallest spark of passion into a lifetime of success. With an inclusive, family-oriented environment, you will receive an education grounded in faith, service and innovation creating an experience that is True to You.
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Holy Cross Ten Core Values Hoban is sponsored by the Brothers of Holy Cross, the first order of teaching brothers established in the United States. The Holy Cross educational tradition in this country dates from the founding of the University of Notre Dame in 1842.
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RELIANCE ON DIVINE PROVIDENCE
EXCELLENCE
CULTIVATION OF THE HEART AS WELL AS THE MIND
INCLUSIVENESS
DISCIPLINE
OPTION FOR THE POOR
HOPE
FAMILY
INTEGRITY
ZEAL
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AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
Signature Academic Programs ENTREPRENEURSHIP The McCool Center for Entrepreneurial and Leadership Studies teaches leadership, communication and innovative problem-solving
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STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO
from learning the entrepreneurial mindset. The entrepreneurship curriculum stresses the learning and application of these skills in the classroom and through an array of experiential learning opportunities. ARCHAEOLOGY Archaeology is a senior-level course designed to spark students’
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appreciation and deepen their understanding of historical events.
COURSES OFFERED FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
Students can travel to Mount Vernon, Va., to work alongside professional archaeologists at George Washington’s estate. Hoban is the only high school in the country to be granted this access. VISUAL ART Hoban offers 17 visual art courses to students of all skill levels. Year after year, students produce outstanding works of art that are
25%
OF STUDENTS TAKE AP COURSES
recognized locally and nationally. CREATE Studios is planned to be constructed on Hoban’s fourth floor, providing ample space for students to work, collaborate and discover. PRE- ENG INEERING Pre-engineering I provides students with exposure to four primary disciplines of engineering: chemical, civil, electrical, and mechanical.
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NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS RECOGNIZED IN THE LAST 5 YEARS.
Pre-engineering II introduces students to the tools of engineering. Pre-engineering III is an independent study course that matches students to a sponsor company that exposes a student to a meaningful, hands-on, engineering experience.
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ACRE CAMPUS
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College Credit Courses Get a head start at Hoban and earn college credits that will stoke the fire of a successful college experience. You will graduate prepared and confident in your next steps. AP | A DVA N C E D PLAC EMEN T Advanced Placement courses are taught by Hoban faculty using the curriculum approved by the College Board. Successful completion of coursework in the AP program allows students the opportunity to take the AP exam in May. Students who earn a score of 3 or higher on the AP test typically receive credit at many colleges and universities. Students can only receive credit if they take the AP test and pay the appropriate exam fee. AP courses are graded on a weighted 4.0 scale.
ACC | A DVA N C ED CO LLEGE C REDIT Advanced College Credit courses through Saint Louis University (SLU) are taught by Hoban faculty who are adjunct professors of SLU. Students who successfully complete a course are granted college credit through SLU. ACC courses are accepted at many colleges and universities nationwide. There is a per credit hour fee associated with taking ACC credits through Saint Louis University. ACC courses are graded on a weighted 4.0 scale.
CCP | CO L L E G E C REDIT PLU S College Credit Plus allows students to take college classes at either Hoban or on-campus at a local university. Students taking CCP courses must complete an application and meet the program requirements. Students who choose to take classes at an Ohio public college or university do not pay for tuition, fees or textbooks. Students who take classes at a private college or university may have limited costs. Students receive both high school and college credit without taking an exit exam. Currently, Archbishop Hoban
Hoban welcomes a diverse community of learners who are ready to ignite their future. Each student enters with unique abilities, gifts and challenges to overcome. As Holy Cross educators, we help each student light their path, pursue it with blazing zeal and stay true to who they are.
High School partners with Walsh University, Kent State University and the University of Akron for CCP courses. CCP courses are graded on a weighted 4.0 scale.
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Educational options at Hoban include Fine Arts Mentorship, Credit Flexibility and College Credit Plus courses available through local colleges and universities.
Courses of Study ENG LI SH Language Seminar English 9: Literature Survey H English 9: Literature Survey English 10: American Literature H English 10: American Literature English 11: World Literature AP English Language and Composition English 12: British Literature AP English Literature and Composition Newspaper Yearbook H PE Health Education Physical Education I & II Lifetime Fitness and Wellness Lifetime Sports MATH EM AT I C S Algebra I Intermediate Algebra Geometry with Advanced Algebra H Geometry with Advanced Algebra Geometry Algebra II H Algebra II Statistics College Algebra with Statistics and Trigonometry College Algebra with Statistics CCP Elementary Functions I and II H Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry CCP Pre-Calculus CCP Calculus I AP Statistics AP Calculus AB Computer Science I Computer Science II AP Computer Science Cyber Security PER F O RM I N G A RTS Choir Drama Advanced Drama Beginning Steel Drum Intermediate Steel Drum H Steel Drum PRE- E N G I N EE RI N G Pre-Engineering Pre-Engineering II Pre-Engineering III
RE LIG IO U S ST U DIE S Holy Cross Spirituality and Charism Revelation of Jesus Christ in Scripture Who is Jesus Christ: Incarnation The Mission of Jesus Christ: Paschal Mystery Jesus Christ’s Mission Continues in the Church H Jesus Christ’s Mission Continues in the Church Life in Jesus Christ H Life in Jesus Christ Living as Disciples of Jesus Christ in Society Sacraments as Privileged Encounters with Jesus H Jesus Mission S CIE NCE Biology CCP Biology H Human Anatomy and Physiology Bioethics Conceptual Chemistry Chemistry H Chemistry AP Chemistry H Organic Chemistry Physical Science Conceptual Physics Physics H Physics AP Physics C: Mechanics ACC Environmental Science Public Health S O CIAL ST U DIE S Mysteries of the Ancient World World Cultures AP European History U.S. History AP U.S. History ACC U.S. History Economics Government H Government ACC Government Archaeology ACC Museum Studies International Politics I & II Entrepreneurship Leadership World Civilization Western Civilization Sports History Psychology
VIS UAL AR TS Beginning Art Studio Art H Studio Art Drawing AP Studio Art: Drawing Ceramics Painting Advanced Screen Printing Printmaking Digital Imaging Digital Photography Advanced Digital Photography Game Design Graphic Design Video Production Advanced Video Production Art Career Field Experience Fine Arts Mentorship WO RLD LANGUAGES French I French II H French II ACC French III H French V Italian I Italian II H Italian II Italian III ACC Italian III H Italian IV ACC Italian IV Latin I Latin II H Latin II Latin III ACC Latin III ACC Latin IV Spanish I Advanced Spanish I Spanish II H Spanish II Spanish III ACC Spanish III ACC Spanish IV H Spanish V
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Faith Formation Campus Ministry provides faith formation and support to students of all religious backgrounds as a way to nurture and fuel their faith beyond the classroom setting. It serves three major functions—liturgy, retreats and service—to complement the religious studies curriculum. L I T URGY As a Catholic high school, the entire school family gathers for Mass at key times of the year. In addition, each grade celebrates one liturgy as a class in the chapel each year. Morning Mass is celebrated every Wednesday and Friday and is open to all students, faculty and staff. Prayer services are held throughout the year. R ET RE ATS Campus Ministry and the religious studies department offer retreat programs for all grade levels to help students create an experience that is true to them. In addition to the required annual class retreats, optional retreats are available. SPES UNICA RETREATS (held three times each school year for juniors and seniors) HOLY CROSS CONFERENCE FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP S ERV I C E Christian service empowers students to be faithful to our Holy Cross tradition, which calls us to “have the competence to see and the courage to act.” JAM : A multiple-day, summer retreat for students to participate in a social justice, service project. IMMERSION PROGRAM : Domestic and international service immersion experiences are available. PROJECT HOPE : Hoban’s Outreach for Peace and Equality enables students to volunteer to share food and fellowship with members of the Akron community who are less fortunate. TUTORING : Students travel to St. Anthony of Padua and St. Mary elementary schools to provide individual tutoring assistance with spelling, math facts, vocabulary, and general homework.
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20,000 hours
of Christian service completed annually by students
Service Hours Requirements Freshmen - 10 hours Sophomores - 15 hours Juniors - 20 hours Seniors - 30 hours
70% of students are Catholic
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Student Involvement At Hoban, there is something for everyone. With countless student organizations focused on academics, faith, service, music and more, the opportunities are virtually endless, and students are strongly encouraged to try new experiences. Hoban’s campus life aims to complement the academic experience by igniting self-discovery, leadership and service.
Clubs and Activities Academic Challenge
Junior Classical League
Winter One Acts
Animal Care League
Knights for Life
Science Olympiad
Black Student Union
Leaders in Environmental Awareness and Protection (LEAP)
Ski Club
Book Club Chess Club
Mathematics Club
Choir and Music Ministry
Mock Trial
Diversity Club Entrepreneur Club
National Honor Society: Seat of Wisdom Chapter
Esports
Peer Mentors
Fine Arts Club
Project HOPE
French Club
Fall Play
Italian Club
Spring Musical
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Mock Trial state championships
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3
theater productions each year
Sophisticated Students of History Spanish Club
Model UN
Drama Club
Society for the Preservation of Ohio History
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Student Ambassadors Student Council The Visor Yearbook 5th Avenue Review
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College scholarships earned for Esports
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Square foot fitness center
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Project HOPE has served 25,000+ meals to our community in 11 years
Athletic Teams Hoban’s comprehensive athletic program offers students the opportunity to participate in 27 sports as part of a three-season schedule—fall, winter and spring. Applying Holy Cross values, coaches inspire, motivate, teach and reinforce the work ethic and attitudes that are important to team and individual success.
75%
OF HOBAN’S STUDENTS PARTICIPATED ON AN ATHLETIC TEAM IN 2019-20
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Cheerleading
Basketball (Boys & Girls)
Baseball
Cross Country (Boys & Girls)
Bowling (Boys & Girls)
Lacrosse (Boys & Girls)
Dance
Cheerleading
Softball
Golf (Boys & Girls)
Dance
Tennis (Boys)
Football
Gymnastics
Track & Field (Boys & Girls)
Soccer (Boys & Girls)
Swimming & Diving (Boys & Girls)
Volleyball (Boys)
Tennis (Girls)
Wrestling
Volleyball (Girls)
73% 2020 15%
of all student athletes were on the honor roll in 2019-20
dance team OASSA state champions
of the Class of 2020 are continuing their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level
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football state titles (in a row)
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sports offered
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MUSIC ROOM
WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT AND SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT SECURITY DESK MAIN ENTRANCE DOME
BARRY GYM
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ALUMNI GYM HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
VISITOR PARKING
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RELIGIOUS STUDIES DEPARTMENT
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT ASENTE & SCALA FAMILIES INNOVATION CENTER
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
DOME
FOLEY COMMONS CAFETERIA
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
MAYNARD CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL FORMATION
MOREAU MINISTRY HALL
THIRD FLOOR SECTION
VISUAL ARTS STUDIO
ADVANCEMENT
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
STUDENT SERVICES
HOLY CROSS ROOM
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
VISITOR PARKING
CENTRAL AND BUSINESS OFFICES
Graduate Success The Class of 2020 attend more than 45 colleges and universities across the country. Air Force
Ohio State University
Army
Ohio University
Bowling Green State University
Rider University
Clarion University
Saint Mary’s College
Cleveland State University
Stark State
Columbus College of Art and Design
The College of Wooster
Duke University
The University of Dayton
Emory University
The University of Mount Union
Grinnell College
University of Akron
Heidelberg University
University of Central Florida
Holy Cross College
University of Cincinnati
Indiana University
University of Dayton
John Carroll University
University of Findlay
Kent State University
University of Michigan
Kent State University Stark
University of Notre Dame
Kenyon College
University of Portland
Malone University
University of Tampa
Marietta College
University of Toledo
Marist College
University of Utah
Marquette University
Walsh University
Miami University
West Virginia University
Muskingum University
Xavier University
NEOMED New Jersey Institute of Technology
$27
million in college scholarships earned on average
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11k
alumni worldwide
98%
of graduates attend college or serve our country
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Affordability & Scholarships Open Houses
Archbishop Hoban High School is committed to providing financial assistance so that all qualified students have the opportunity to receive a Hoban education. For the 2019-20 school year, Hoban awarded more than $2.5 million in financial assistance in the form of grants, endowed scholarships and need-based tuition assistance. Hoban is an approved provider of the EdChoice and Jon Peterson Scholarships programs. Archbishop Hoban High School and the Diocese of Cleveland use FACTS Management to determine eligibility for need-based aid and to manage tuition payments. FACTS is the nation’s leading provider of tuition management, grant and aid assessment and school payment processing for private and faith-based schools. Families are required to complete an online FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment Application to be considered for assistance and to manage tuition payments. All assistance must be applied for annually.
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61% $2.5
of students receive financial assistance
million in financial assistance awarded in 2019-2020
Knight for a Day Experience life as a Hoban Knight. Discover the endless possibilities available to you over the next four years. Contact the Admissions Office. F OR A D D ITIO N AL IN FO RMATIO N visit our website at hoban.org or contact the Office of Admissions at 330.849.2149.
$11
million in current endowment
ADMISSIONS hoban.org 330.849.2149 admissions@hoban.org 1 Holy Cross Blvd., Akron OH 44306
For lasting support of our mission and ministry, please consider making a gift to Hoban or remembering us in your will or estate plans.