1. religion and spirituality
2. christianity
3. catholicism

Atmosphere
Academics
Arts
Athletics
The Roman Catholic College
Preparatory School of the Future
www.mccarthyhigh.org
Our Mission
Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School is
dedicated to the formation of tomorrow’s leaders through
a Roman Catholic experience that provides excellence in
Atmosphere, Academics, the Arts, and Athletics.
About Us
Atmosphere
Academics
Arts
Athletics
The Path to Excellence
Top-Tier Academics in a Community of Faith
Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School is a Roman Catholic
co-educational college preparatory school for students in grades 9 to 12, fully
accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and recognized
as one of the Top 50 Catholic High Schools in the nation. Our beautiful 48-acre
campus provides a safe, structured environment with an emphasis on faith,
family, and education. Our 300-seat chapel is located in the center of our campus,
symbolizing the importance of Christ at the center of our lives.
Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School’s strong commitment
to academic and technological excellence is reinforced by our state-of-the-art
facilities, including our iLounge, laboratories and administration building. We have
four modern classroom buildings, housing our biology, chemistry, physics and
computer labs. Our distinguished Fine Arts program offers more than 25 courses,
plus a wide array of after-school programs, including band, drama, chorus, art and
dance. Many of our productions are held in our contemporary Maverick Blackbox
Theatre and our 25,000 square-foot Student and Performing Arts Center.
Our spacious campus includes our multi-purpose stadium and sports complex
with practice fields for JV & Varsity football, soccer, track and field, baseball;
an air-conditioned 1000+ seat gymnasium; and a 3,800 square-foot Health
& Fitness center.
The newest addition to our campus is the iCatholicEd 21st century classroom.
The 8,000 square-foot room is a flexible learning space with retractable glass
walls that allow the room to be configured as one large space or five
individual classrooms.
Where we Excel...
• The average college SAT and ACT
scores for the Class of 2014 are
higher than national, state
and county averages
• Advanced placement course offerings
in English Literature and Language,
U.S. and World History, Environmental
Science, Chemistry, Government and
Economics, Calculus I & II, Biology,
Computer Science, French Language,
Spanish Literature and Language,
Art, and Statistics
• One of the largest Dual Enrollment
Programs in the state
• SAT/ACT preparatory programs
integrated in the curriculum
• A professional teaching staff with an
average of over 15 years teaching
experience. More than half have
earned a master’s degree or higher
• Campus ministry program that
includes school Masses, retreats,
academic courses, and
extracurricular activities
• Technology is an integral part
of the curriculum
• A guidance program that provides
services for students and parents
in academics, career counseling,
personal counseling, testing,
financial aid, and scholarships, as
well as one-on-one assistance with
the college application process
• A wide assortment of extra-
curricular activities including
successful programs in athletics,
theatre, dance, chorus,
art, band and robotics
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A Spiritual
Focus
The overall goal of Archbishop Edward
A. McCarthy High School is to
provide faith formation that
teaches young men and women
to live their lives for others
in the spirit of the Gospel.
An important element involved
in this effort is service to others,
not only at school but also
in the community.
A holistic approach to education builds
a community spirit that is characterized
by Catholic values, a commitment to
academic excellence, an orderly and
disciplined atmosphere, and a personal
approach to education.
Atmosphere
Our 300-seat chapel is located in the center
of our campus, symbolizing the importance
of Christ at the center of our lives.
The spiritual growth program includes:
UDaily Religious Education and Classroom Prayer
Students participate in varied and regular experiences of prayer through daily classroom
prayer and retreats to strengthen the formation of a personal relationship with God.
UEucharistic Liturgies and Sacrament of Reconciliation
Eucharistic liturgies are held daily and there is also a monthly school wide mass.
Involvement of many school groups in planning liturgies helps make the
celebration more meaningful to students.
UYearly Class Retreat Opportunities
The Peer Ministry Club consists of junior and senior leaders
who serve as mentors to sophomores and juniors. There are
3-day retreats off campus for juniors and sophomores offered
several times a year. There are also 4 freshman retreats at the
beginning of the school year that provide first-year students the
opportunity to meet others and explore their Catholic faith.
UService Requirements
Serving others is an essential part of our call to follow Jesus Christ.
The service program is an integral part of campus life and students are required
to complete 25 community service hours per year.
USchool-Wide Projects
Students participate in several school-wide projects such as blood drives, toy drives,
food collections, and Operation Rice Bowl.
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of global leaders by developing responsible and ethical
global citizens. We embrace a mission of Innovation in
Catholic Education–iCatholicEd.
At the forefront of Catholic education and innovation, Archbishop
McCarthy High School offers students excellence in education
along with the latest in technology. The newly dedicated iCatholicEd
21st century classroom is an 8000 sq ft flexible learning space with
retractable glass walls and classroom furniture design to transition
easily for different types of instruction. Technology is used to enhance
communication and collaboration, enhance student productivity and
engagement, encourage innovation, and promote life-long learning.
Atmosphere
Our iCatholicEd 21st century classroom is
an 8000 sq ft flexible learning space with
retractable glass walls.
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Academics
The Curriculum
Extensive AP and College Dual Enrollment
The curriculum at Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School is college
preparatory in nature. A student who graduates from Archbishop Edward A.
McCarthy High School will be well-prepared for future educational endeavors.
Every department offers Honors, Advanced Placement and College Dual
Enrollment opportunities. 561 Advanced Placement Exams were administered
during the 2013-2014 school year, with 80% of the students scoring above the
national passing rate. We have one of the largest Dual Enrollment Programs
in the state with over 3000 college credit hours earned every year. Preparation
for the PSAT, SAT and ACT is built into the curriculum. All Archbishop Edward A.
McCarthy High School students are required to take the SAT. Our mean scores
are above state and national averages.
All electives are carefully chosen to meet the standards of highly competitive
universities. They include Speech, Journalism, Debate, Meteorology, Robotics,
Psychology, International Relations, Finance, Business and Entrepreneurship,
Game Design, Digital Art, and Visual Technology. In addition, the school has
developed an outstanding multi-faceted Fine Arts program that features
all aspects of music, drama, art, dance, and speech and debate.
To graduate, all students must earn 24 credits and satisfy
the following requirements:
4 credits – Theology
4 credits – English
4 credits – Mathematics (minimum Algebra II)
3 credits – Social Studies
3 credits – Science (2 with lab components)
2 credits – World Languages
.5 credits – Personal Fitness
.5 credits – Health/Life Management
1.5 credits – Practical or Fine Arts
1.5 credits – Electives (Writing course required for freshmen)
100 hour Community Service Commitment
Academics
2014 Testing Statistics
Advanced Placement
Awards
National Recognition
Programs
AP Scholars.............................37
AP Scholars with Honors.........17
AP Scholars with Distinction....32
AP National Scholars...............6
AP International Diploma.........2
National Merit Finalists..................2
National Merit Commended...........7
National Hispanic Scholars............5
National Achievement Finalists......1
National Achievement Outstanding...1
Total AP Scholars.....................94
Accredited by:
Florida Catholic Conference
National Catholic
Education Association
Advanced
(Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools)
SAT/ACT Scores
The class of 2014 achieved the following
mean SAT scores as reflected by
the highest attained score of each student
and are compared to score reports
from larger group populations:
Membership:
Class of 2014
American Counseling
Association
Association for Supervision and
Curriculum Development
Broward County Non-Public
School Association
DAVIE-COOPER CITY
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Florida Career Development
Association
Florida Counseling Association
Florida High School Activities
Association
Florida High School Athletic
Association
Florida School Counselors
Association
International Association for
K-12 Online Learning
International Society for
Technology in Education
National Association for
College Admission Counseling
National Association of
Secondary School Principals
Honor Societies:
International Quill and Scroll
Honor Society
International Thespian Society
National Honor Society of
Secondary Schools
National Art Honor Society
National English Honor Society
National French Honor Society
National Spanish Honor Society
Mu Alpha Theta
Science National Honor Society
Social Studies Honor Society
Archbishop McCarthy was once again
selected for the Catholic High School
Honor Roll recognizing us as one of
the Top 50 Catholic high schools in the
United States. Inclusion on the Honor
Roll indicates outstanding success in
academic excellence, Catholic identity,
and civic education.
SAT Scores
Top 10%
Top 20%
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All students are required
to take the SAT and/or ACT.
(265 students have taken
the ACT with a mean
composite score of 23.2)
The PSAT is administered to
all students in grades 9, 10,
and 11.
Today’s Catholic Teacher selected
Archbishop McCarthy as one of the
twelve recipients nationwide of the 2013
Innovations in Catholic Education Awards.
The award honors twelve Catholic
elementary and secondary schools
that have led the way by implementing
exemplary, innovative programs to
improve the teaching and learning of their
students, faculty and staff. Archbishop
McCarthy’s award is in the area of
innovative projects facilitated
by technology.
The EXPLORE is administered
to all students in grade 9.
Archbishop McCarthy was selected as
an Apple Distinguished School joining 87
schools that Apple recognized nationwide
as exemplary learning environments
and centers of innovation, leadership,
and educational excellence. The Apple
Distinguished School designation is
reserved for schools that integrate Apple
technology in education and meet criteria
for the five best practices: visionary
leadership, innovative teaching and
learning, ongoing professional learning,
compelling evidence of success, and
a flexible learning environment.
Academics
Dual Enrollment
The Dual Enrollment (DE) program provides college-level courses
offered on campus through St. Thomas University to qualifying students
based on their GPA. Our Dual Enrollment courses are offered in:
- Computer Tech Applications II Honors
- Business and Finance Honors
- Philosophy Honors
- Pre-Calculus and Analytic Geometry Honors
- Calculus I
- English III Honors
- English IV Honors
- Sports Medicine
- Human Relations Honors
- Meteorology Honors
- Spanish III Honors
- French III Honors
- Spanish Speakers III Honors
- American History Honors
- American Government Honors
- AP Government and Politics
- AP World History
- Visual Basic Honors
* Online dual enrollment courses offered through the Univeristy of Florida.
Advanced Placement
All students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses are required to take
Advanced Placement exams. Our Advanced Placement courses, through
the College Board Advanced Placement Program, are offered in:
- AP Calculus AB/BC
- AP Statistics
- AP English Language
- AP English Literature
- AP Biology
- AP Physics
- AP Chemistry
- AP Environmental Science
- AP Spanish Language
- AP Spanish Literature
- AP French
- AP Macroeconomics
Our strong commitment to academic and
technological excellence is reinforced
by our state-of-the-art facilities, including
our newly redesigned iLounge.
- AP U.S. Government and Politics
- AP American History
- AP World History
- AP Human Geography
- AP Studio Art
Fine Arts
Speech
& Debate
Arguably the Best!
The objective of the Speech & Debate
program is to increase students’
understanding of argument, critical
thinking, and public speaking through
a myriad of current event-related
debate, speech, and interpretive
activities. Students compete at
district, state, and national level
competitions and become members
of the national honor society, The
National Forensic League.
Forensic Competition at Harvard.
Drama
In the Spotlight!
Many of our productions are held in our
contemporary Maverick Blackbox Theatre
and our 25,000 square-foot Student and
Performing Arts Center.
The award winning Drama program offers many
opportunities for students interested in acting, singing,
dancing, directing, stage managing, and technical work.
Annually, the drama program produces two mainstage
plays, a one act, and the community service play. In
addition, we are a member of the International Thespian
Society which competes on a state and district level
with a one act, monologues, duet scenes, solos, group
ensembles, technical theater, playwriting, pantomime,
and much more. We are also a member of the Cappies
program where students critique local high school theater
and have the opportunity to be published in local papers.
Actors also have the opportunity to be nominated by
the Cappie Critics and participate in the annual awards
gala at the Broward Center of the Performing Arts. Some
of our previous productions include Zombie Prom, Bus
Stop, Grease, The Crucible, Little Shop of Horrors, and
Twelve Angry Men. The Drama program offers student
opportunities year round!
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Athletics
Our campus includes a multi-purpose stadium
and sports complex, an air-conditioned
1000+ seat gymnasium, and a 3,800 sq ft
Health & Fitness center.
Women’s Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Equestrian
Flag Football
Golf
Soccer
Athletics
Maverick teams have a rich history of excellence on and off the playing
field. One of the primary goals of our athletic program is to accentuate the
development of the whole student and help them achieve a personal level
of excellence in the areas of academics, fitness, teamwork, commitment,
respect for others, and sportsmanship. Currently, we field 26 varsity, 19 junior
varsity, 3 freshmen, and 4 club teams. Over the last 16 years our varsity
teams have won 68 district team titles, 20 regional team titles, 4 team state
championships, and 7 individual state championships. We also have one
Team National Championship in baseball in 2010 and two individual National
Champions in wrestling. Overall, the varsity sports program has maintained
a winning percentage of over 70% throughout the school’s history.
Last year our varsity teams once again ranked as one of the top 2A to 5A
programs in Broward County as we finished second in points out of 21 teams
in these classifications. Also, we finished third in wins when compared to
all 47 high schools in Broward County regardless of the classification.
We posted an overall record of 374 wins, 174 losses, and 2 ties. Our varsity
teams earned district team titles in men’s and women’s golf, baseball, flag
football, women’s track, women’s cross country, and men’s volleyball.
Our two regional team champions were men’s soccer and flag football.
Individually over the last 16 years, 149 of our athletes have earned First
Team All County Honors in a variety of sports by the local media and 180
have signed college scholarships to continue both their academic
and athletic careers.
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track
Volleyball
Men’s Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Inline Roller Hockey
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track
Volleyball
Wrestling
Clubs
& Activities
Honor Societies
Mu Alpha Theta | National Honor Society | National English Honor Society |
National Art Honor Society | Science National Honor Society |
Social Studies Honor Society | French Honor Society | Spanish Honor Society |
International Thespian Honor Society | International Quill & Scroll Society
Campus Ministry
Liturgical Ministry | Liturgical Music Ministry | Spanish Liturgical Music Ministry |
Sacramental Preparation Program | Peer Ministry Club | Eucharistic Ministers |
Respect Life | H.E.L.P. | God’s Property | LIFE Youth Group |
Amor en Accion/Mission Trip | Exceptional Theatre Company | SADD
Community Involvement
Environmental Club | Interact (Rotary) Club | Key Club (Kiwanis) |
Friends of Animals | Support Our Troops | Best Buddies International |
Girl Up | She’s the First
Art, Media & Special Interest Clubs
Art Club | Digital Art Club | Anime Club | Speech & Debate Team |
Book Club | Technology/Media Club | Yearbook | Spanish Music Club |
TV Production/Maverick News TV | Film Club | Cappies | Domino Club |
Yoga | Link Crew | Maverick Step Team | French Club | Science Club |
Band (Concert, Jazz, Marching) | Spirit Club | Color Guard | Photography Club
Professional Development
Future Nurses of America | AMP Magazine | Close Up Foundation |
Model United Nations | Future Business Leaders of America |
Professional Health Care Club
Leadership
Student Government Association |
Student Ambassador Association
Robotics
All Geared Up!
The Maverick Robotics program offers students the ability to
explore potential STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Mathematics) related career opportunities. Students have
the option to enroll in robotics as an elective or participate as
a member of the State Champion Maverick Robotics Team. The
main goal of the program is to provide students with hands-on
experience in the process of designing, building, and testing
of robots. Along the way the students will learn 3D design,
programming, as well as hardware assembly. As a member
of the Maverick Robotics Team, students will have the
opportunity to compete against the best robots from across
the state and nation. Team members meet daily to
prepare their robots for various competitions
throughout the school year.
Criteria for Admission
Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School seeks students who have a proven record of academic success,
who respect the dignity of others, and who demonstrate a desire to participate in our Roman Catholic community.
To be admitted, a student must:
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Demonstrate an ability to succeed academically by taking the High School Placement Test (9th Grade Only).
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Embrace the Catholic identity of Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School, and adhere to its policies
and regulations as stated in the Parent Student Handbook, its philosophy of discipline, and its demanding
attendance and curriculum policies.
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Plan to attend college and give evidence he/she can successfully complete a college preparatory curriculum.
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Have an academic record of average to above-average grades and standardized test scores for the two
years prior to the year seeking admission.
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Have satisfactory recommendations from previous schools attended.
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Be interviewed by admission personnel upon request.
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Submit an admission application and other requested documents.
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Be evaluated by the admission committee, who will recommend acceptance, conditional acceptance, or
placement on a waiting list. Notification of the school’s final decision will be given to the applicant/parent.
Counselors
Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School’s guidance counselors work together as a team for the good of each
student, serving the student’s academic, emotional, and college preparatory needs. Counselors guide students to help
them develop sharp, confident, and diverse minds. Archbishop McCarthy’s Guidance Department includes
4 counselors (freshman - senior), 1 counselor dedicated to college counseling, and 2 additional support personnel.
Counselors provide an array of services, including:
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Counselor/student contact through individual, small, and large group conferences.
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A career-planning program.
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Parental contact throughout the school year, particularly for students in academic difficulty
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Monitoring student progress reports and conducting counselor/parent meetings to foster improvement.
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Parent/teacher conferences as requested.
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Encouragement for student involvement in school activities
and community service.
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College counseling to all grade levels with:
–monthly scholarship bulletins ($20 million awarded in college scholarships last year)
–college fair information
–advice on college summer enrichment programs
–college information night for students and parents
–Financial Aid Night
–Career Programs
–Naviance: a college and career web-based tool
954.640.5842
College acceptances through the years...
American University
New York University
University of Illinois—Urbana-Champaign
Auburn University
Northeastern University
University of Iowa
Binghamton University—SUNY
Northwestern University
University of Maryland—College Park
Boston College
Ohio State University
University of Massachusetts—Amherst
Boston University
Pennsylvania State University
University of Miami
Brigham Young University
Pepperdine University
University of Michigan—Ann Arbor
Carnegie Mellon University
Princeton University
University of Minnesota—Twin Cities
Case Western Reserve University
Purdue University
University of Missouri
Clemson University
Rice University
University of North Carolina—Chapel Hill
College of William and Mary
Rutgers, State University of New Jersey
University of Notre Dame
Cornell University
Southern Methodist University
University of Pennsylvania
Drexel University
Stony Brook University—SUNY
University of Pittsburgh
Duke University
Syracuse University
University of Rochester
Emory University
Texas A & M University
University of Southern California
Florida State University
Texas Christian University
University of Texas
Fordham University
Tulane University
University of Vermont
George Washington University
University of Alabama
University of Virginia
Georgetown University
University of California—Berkeley
University of Washington
Georgia Institute of Technology
University of California—Irvine
University of Wisconsin—Madison
Harvard Law School
University of California—San Diego
Vanderbilt University
Indiana University—Bloomington
University of Chicago
Virginia Tech
Iowa State University
University of Colorado—Boulder
Wake Forest University
Johns Hopkins University
University of Connecticut
Washington University in St. Louis
Lehigh University
University of Delaware
Worchester Polytechnic Institute
Marquette University
University of Denver
Yale University
Miami University—Oxford
University of Florida
Michigan State University
University of Georgia
5451 South Flamingo Road, Southwest Ranches, FL 33330
Phone: 954.434.8820
Fax: 954.680.4835
www.mccarthyhigh.org