Cardinal O'Hara High School (Springfield, Pennsylvania)
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| Cardinal O'Hara High School | |
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| Address | |
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1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, Pennsylvania, 19064 | |
| Information | |
| Type | High School |
| Motto | Pride-Excellence-Tradition |
| Established | 1963 |
| President | William J. McCusker |
| Principal | George Stratts |
| Faculty | 95+/- |
| Enrollment | 1700 |
| Color(s) | Cardinal Red and Royal Blue |
| Information | (610)-544-3800 |
| Mascot | Lion |
| Website | 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.
Presidents
The position of President was established in 1993 for all Archdiocesan High Schools. The President is responsible for financial operations, facilities issues, fund raising, 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.
Building
Cardinal O'Hara has recently undergone renovations which allowed for the replacement of windows for the entire front of the school as well as a redesigned auditorium with new seats.
Academics
The typical school day begins with homeroom followed by eight 42 minute class periods. Every Friday each class is 37 minutes long to allow for a teacher meeting at 1:30.
Athletics
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
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
Political Science 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
Controversies
In May of 2007, police had found more than two dozen pills used as steroids. Two students were investigated. [4]
In October of 2007 , student was apprehended with possession of a gun
In March of 2008, gym teacher Walter Lion was suspended for seen having material deemed inappropriate on his laptop. [5] [6]
See also
References
- ^ a b c "Cardinal O'Hara High School Alumni Hall of Fame". Cardinal O'Hara High School. Retrieved 2007-08-13.
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McLane, Jeff (September 2006). "O'Hara Enters Wider Stage". Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia Media Holdings LLC. Retrieved 2007-08-13.
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"Congressman Joe Sestak Tours Don Guanella School and Highlights his Support of Education for All" (Press release). The Office of Congressman Joe Sestak. 2007-04-03. Retrieved 2007-08-13.
{{cite press release}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ [http://cbs3.com/topstories/Cardinal.O.Hara.2.308858.html Police Probe steriod use in O'Hara.
- ^ 6ABC's newsreport of story
- ^ Letter sent to all the parents on the school's website