FOREWORD

Cathedral’s Mission Philosophy

As the high school seminary of the Diocese of Brooklyn, Cathedral Preparatory Seminary provides an environment for discernment to Catholic young men of the diocese, with a desire to know Christ, the highest fulfillment of humanity, better and who are willing to consider seriously the priesthood as an attractive possibility. Cathedral provides them with a college preparatory program, rooted in Catholic tradition, and responsive to the dynamic changes in society, in accord with the teachings of the Catholic Church, the Second Vatican Council, and the Bishops of the United States in their statement “To Teach as Jesus Did”. Through an integrated program of prayer, study, and activities, students of the Cathedral community mature in mind, heart, and soul. They are prepared for the challenge of further study, as well as to become prayerful and active members of their parishes, responsible citizens of their nation, and loving, concerned, generous members of society, no matter what choice they make regarding their lives.

Brief History Cathedral Preparatory Seminary is a secondary school for young men who have expressed a desire to consider priesthood as an option in discerning a vocation. For this purpose, the school was established in 1914 by the Bishop of Brooklyn, and continues under the auspices of the present bishop. In 1963 the Elmhurst division of the school was opened in response to the increasing needs of the diocese. In 1985, the original Brooklyn school was closed, leaving the Elmhurst school to serve the students from both Kings and Queens counties. Since 1914, nearly four thousand students have received their high school diplomas from Cathedral Prep.

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Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Faculty and Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

School Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Spiritual Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Academic Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Course of Study

Regents Examinations

Honors: Grades

Tuition

Scholarships

Promotion and Graduation Requirements

Exemptions

` Standardized Testing Program

Marking Periods

Cheating

Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Class Nights

Personal Lockers

Physical Education Lockers

Physical Education Uniforms

Elevator

Transportation Passes

Directives for Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Officers of the Student Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Constitution of the Student Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Anthems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover

Personal Class Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Centerfold No. 1

Prayers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Centerfold No. 2

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

ADMINISTRATION

Rector and Principal

Rev. Joseph P. Calise, B.A., S.T.B.

Vice Principal – Academic Dean

Mr. Daniel O’Keefe, M.A.

Business Manager

Mr. Louis D’Amico, B.A.

Dean of Students

Mr. Joseph Russo, B.A.

SCHOOL SERVICES

Spiritual Director

Rev. Msgr. James Cooney, M.A.

Director of Formation

Rev. John P. Cush, B.A., S.T.L.

Attendance

Mr. Brian J. Payne, M.A.

College Guidance

Mr. Daniel O’Keefe, M.A.

Library

Ms. Lois Crabill, M.L.S.

Development Office

Sr. Mary Ann Tirelli, O.P., M.S.

Student Activities

Mr. Anthony DeNardo, M.A.

Alumni Director

Mr. James Dilg, M.A.

Director of Athletics

Mr. William Oettinger

FACULTY

Rev. Joseph P. Calise, B.A., S.T.B., Theology, Italian

Rev. John P. Cush, B.A., S.T.L., Theology, Humanities, English

Mr. Anthony DeNardo, M.A., Science, Math, Health

Mr. Richie Diaz, M.A., English

Mr. Joseph Dibs, M.A., Theology, Latin, English

Mr. James Dilg, M.A., Physical Education

Mr. Neil Francis, B.A., Social Science

Mr. James Lynch, B.A., Mathematics, Physical Education

Mr. Daniel O’Keefe, M.A., Fine Arts, Theology, French

Mr. Brian Payne, M.A., Science, English, Mathematics

Ms. Diana Raschella, B.A., Spanish, Computers, English, Fine Arts

Mrs. Marie Rosa, B.A., French, Latin, Spanish

Mr. Joseph Russo, B.A., Social Science

Mr. Victor Santos, B.S., Science

Sr. Mary Ann Tirelli, O.P., M.S., Social Science

GENERAL OFFICE

Mrs. Frances Heaslip, Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Carolann Giambra, Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Donna Jonke, Administrative Assistant

BUSINESS OFFICE

Mrs. Margaret Ambrose, Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Maura O’Doherty, Administrative Assistant

ALUMNI STAFF

Mrs. Marie Snadecky, Administrative Assistant

MAINTENANCE

Mr. Rafael Marten

Mr. Gregorio DeJesus Peguero

IN RESIDENCE

Rev. Sonfronio LoFranco

Rev. Msgr. John H. Maksymowicz

RESIDENCE STAFF

Mrs. Doris Giannetto

Ms. Dawn Burke

SEPTEMBER 2005

5 Mon. LABOR DAY

TUITION PAYMENT #3 DUE

(PAYMENT #1 JULY 1 AND PAYMENT

#2 AUGUST 1 PAST DUE.)

6 Tues. Faculty Meeting/Day of Recollection – 8:30 AM

7 Wed. Homeroom and Class Assignments.

Freshmen &Sophomores report at 10:00 A.M

Juniors & Seniors report to the Cafeteria at 11:00 AM

Freshmen-ACRE Test; Textbook Lists.

Senior-Freshman Big Brother pairing.

Parents’ Advisory Board Meeting – 7:00 PM

8 Thurs. Opening Mass for the new school year – 9:00 AM

Orientation Assembly for Students

Varsity Baseball & Cross Country Tryouts – 1:00 PM

9 Fri. Student Council

Walk-a-thon Assembly

14 Wed. Department Coordinator’s Meeting – 3:00 PM

Parents Welcome Meeting – 7:00 PM

16 Fri. Visitation Day Assembly

Activities Fair

17 Sat. Fr. Troike Summer Program Reunion 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

19 Mon. High School Fair – St. John’s University – 6:00-8:00 PM

Golf Committee Meeting – 7:00 PM

20 Tues. Visitation Day I

22 Thurs. Visitation Day II

High School Fair – St. Francis College – 6:00-8:00 PM

23 Fri. NHS Induction Assembly 2:06 PM

24 Sat. Open House for eighth graders 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

25 Sun. Freshmen Mother/Son Social – 3:00 PM

28 Wed. CHSAA Dinner Meeting – 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM

29 Thurs. Big Brother Day

30 Fri. Guidance Assembly

OCTOBER 2005

1 Sat. TUITION PAYMENT #4 DUE.

3 Mon. Notices of Concern available.

4 Tues. Formation Conferences for Freshmen and Sophomores

Oversight Committee Meeting – 7:00 PM

5 Wed. Principals’ Meeting–St. Francis Prep – 3:00 PM

Parent Advisory Board Meeting – 7:00 PM

6 Thurs. Cathedral 2005 Golf Classic & Hall of Fame Dinner

7 Fri. Rosary Devotion. Sophomore Class Night

Last day of seasonal dress

8 Sat. SAT

10 Mon. COLUMBUS DAY-SCHOOL CLOSED

11 Tues. Notices of Concern mailed to parents. Formal dress begins.

Alumni Executive Board Meeting – 7:00 PM

12 Wed. PSAT EXAM

Senior/Freshman Day of Recollection

Open House for eighth graders 2:00–5:00 PM

13 Thurs. Walk-a-thon

14 Fri. Rosary Devotion

15 Sat. Diocesan Day of Prayer at Keystone Park

Mandatory Attendance

17 Mon. Parents’ Club Card Party Set-Up – 7:00 PM

18 Tues. Financial Advisory Board Meeting – 7:00 PM

19 Wed. Parents’ Club Card Party Set-Up – 7:00 PM

20 Thurs. Parents’ Club Card Party Set-up – 9:00 AM

21 Fri. Rosary Devotion

Parents’ Club Card Party Set-Up – 9:00 AM

ANNUAL CARD PARTY – 7:00 PM

25 Tues. Dinner Meeting with Immaculata Honorees – 6:30 PM

26 Wed. Middle States Meeting – 7:00 PM

28 Fri. Rosary Devotion. Last day of 1^st Mark Period.

29 Sat. TACHS for 8^th graders.

NOVEMBER 2005

1 Tues. ALL SAINTS' DAY.

TUITION PAYMENT #5 DUE.

Visit to Douglaston

2 Wed ALL SOULS DAY

Parent Advisory Board Meeting – 7:00 PM

3 Thurs. Report Cards distributed.

4 Fri. Veterans’ Day Assembly

Thanksgiving Food Drive & Bright Christmas Assembly

Class of 1996 10 Year Class Reunion

5 Sat. SAT. Varsity Basketball Tryouts – 2:00 PM

7 Mon. Parent-Teacher Night – </