Central Catholic High School (Toledo, Ohio)
Encyclopedia
Central Catholic High School (CCHS), is a Catholic, co-educational, college prep secondary school
in Toledo
, Ohio
. It is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo
and is the largest Catholic high school in the area. CCHS was founded as Cathedral High School in 1919, with its name change in 1920. The school, which is located one mile northwest of Downtown Toledo, offers three possible degrees: standard, college prep, or honors. It has received two School of Excellence Awards and the Drug Prevention Award.
There are 85 classroom teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 14.45.
February 6, 2009. The IB Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year curriculum, primarily
aimed at students aged 16 to 19. Completing the program leads to qualification that is
widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.
Central Catholic is the first school in Northwest Ohio and the first Catholic school in the
entire state of Ohio to earn this distinction. Currently, there are 2,585 schools in 134
countries offering this program, and Central Catholic joins a select group of less than 20
Catholic schools in the country to feature it.
Open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, the library features over 8,000 reference, fiction, and non-fiction circulating books, an automated library catalog, daily newspapers, a periodical collection and archives, video/DVD and CD collections, database access, A/V equipment and support, professional education print resources, 17 student computer workstations, and 30 laptop workstations.
The Kranz SPACE Room is located in the Library and is home to the Ambassador of Exploration Award given to Gene Kranz, CCHS Class of 1951 for service to NASA. This award includes a lunar sample brought to Earth from the Moon by the crew of Apollo 17.
For those students who have a special interest in music, a special music major can be obtained. An embossed seal on the diploma will designate this achievement. The requirements are successful completion of five music credits.
The CCHS art department offers everything from art fundamentals to advanced art, as well as detailed courses in design and graphics. For those students who have a special interest in art, a special art major can be earned. The requirements are successful completion of four art credits. An embossed seal on the diploma will designate the achievement.
computer that they will use to enhance their learning and achievement. Central Catholic High School is committed to connecting and enhancing our students' curriculum by utilizing all that the world of technology has to offer. This one-to-one initiative will offer our students the opportunity to participate in a global educational environment. Our students “speak” technology and we anticipate that this program will increase student motivation and engagement, which ultimately increases the retention of learning. The 21st century requires that our learners be able to navigate smoothly, effectively and purposefully through the world of technology.
The second is to develop an effective model for project-based instruction. Shifting technology instruction into subject-area classrooms will enable students to develop skills required to be self-directed, independent, life-long learners which will help them compete in the global arena for college placement and employment opportunities. During 2007-2008 school year, the laptop computers will be primarily utilized in Religious Studies I, English I, and World Studies. Each year additional classes will be added.
a Catholic comprehensive, coeducational institution,
exists to enable young men and women of diverse backgrounds
to develop spiritually, academically, physically
and socially by providing outstanding academic programs and opportunities to grow.
We always will be true,
With Mary ever guarding
Your doors with mantle blue.
We’re thankful for your light so bright
That helps us on our way.
Your spirit leads us onward
With banners red and gray.
We’ll cherish you forever
And love you Central High.
All praise to you, our Mother,
We love you, Central High.
Let to the winds her banners will fly,
Send a volley from on high,
Shake down the thunder from the sky.
What though the odds be great or small,
Old Central High will win over all,
While her loyal sons and daughters
March on to victory…Rah! Rah! Rah!
They have been a member of the Toledo City League
since 1928. The biggest rivals for the Irish include fellow parochial schools St. John's Jesuit, St. Ursula Academy
, Notre Dame Academy
, and St. Francis de Sales.
Other rivalries include the Scott Bulldogs
, Start Spartans
, and Whitmer Panthers
.
The new stadium includes permanent seating for 6,500 spectators and FieldTurf
for its playing surface. It was constructed on the site of the existing complex and includes a full press box and a hospitality suite that accommodates 120 people. A 450-seat stadium club section with chair-back seats is located at midfield on the home side. Construction began in the spring of 2007 and was complete in time for the 2007 homecoming game. Central Catholic is currently the only area Catholic high school to host its home football games.
for over 100 people. The Sullivan Center just installed a new gym floor in the summer of 2009.
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Central Catholic State Tournament Appearances:
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CCHS has won the last eight contests, including a 20-10 victory in 2011. SFS leads 28-24-1 in Irish Knight games. There has only been one overtime game, which occurred in 2003.
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Secondary school
Secondary school is a term used to describe an educational institution where the final stage of schooling, known as secondary education and usually compulsory up to a specified age, takes place...
in Toledo
Toledo, Ohio
Toledo is the fourth most populous city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Lucas County. Toledo is in northwest Ohio, on the western end of Lake Erie, and borders the State of Michigan...
, Ohio
Ohio
Ohio is a Midwestern state in the United States. The 34th largest state by area in the U.S.,it is the 7th‑most populous with over 11.5 million residents, containing several major American cities and seven metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more.The state's capital is Columbus...
. It is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo
Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo is a Roman Catholic diocese covering nineteen counties in Ohio. It was established April 15, 1910. Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral is the mother church of the diocese.-Bishops:...
and is the largest Catholic high school in the area. CCHS was founded as Cathedral High School in 1919, with its name change in 1920. The school, which is located one mile northwest of Downtown Toledo, offers three possible degrees: standard, college prep, or honors. It has received two School of Excellence Awards and the Drug Prevention Award.
History
Toledo Central Catholic High School evolved from the old St. Francis de Sales High School on Superior Street in 1914, to Cathedral High School on Collingwood in 1915, to the school we know today as Central Catholic High School in 1920. The idea of a centrally located Catholic high school was a new idea in the United States. Bishop Joseph Schrembs, parish priests, parents, and parishioners saw the advantage of having one large, centrally located high school rather than 25 small high schools scattered around the city. CCHS credits the visionary actions of these leaders in the founding of Central Catholic High School.School Body
Central Catholic currently has an enrollment of 1,101 students. Central Catholic is blessed with great diversity. 72.11% of the students at CCHS are White, 24.14% are Black, 3.41% are Hispanic, 0.24% are Asian/Pacific Islander, and .08% are American Indiana/Alaskan.There are 85 classroom teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 14.45.
International Baccalaureate Programme
Central Catholic was named an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School onFebruary 6, 2009. The IB Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year curriculum, primarily
aimed at students aged 16 to 19. Completing the program leads to qualification that is
widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.
Central Catholic is the first school in Northwest Ohio and the first Catholic school in the
entire state of Ohio to earn this distinction. Currently, there are 2,585 schools in 134
countries offering this program, and Central Catholic joins a select group of less than 20
Catholic schools in the country to feature it.
Kress Family Library
The Kress Family Library was dedicated in 1996 after a generous donation from the Kress family enabled CCHS to upgrade the facility. Tom and Lou Ann Kress are active benefactors. Tom is the president of the Central Catholic Foundation and is a past president of the CCHS board of directors. Lou Ann is a past president of the CCHS Mother’s Club; and a founder and president of Catholic High Schools Mothers United. All nine of their children attended CCHS.Open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, the library features over 8,000 reference, fiction, and non-fiction circulating books, an automated library catalog, daily newspapers, a periodical collection and archives, video/DVD and CD collections, database access, A/V equipment and support, professional education print resources, 17 student computer workstations, and 30 laptop workstations.
The Kranz SPACE Room is located in the Library and is home to the Ambassador of Exploration Award given to Gene Kranz, CCHS Class of 1951 for service to NASA. This award includes a lunar sample brought to Earth from the Moon by the crew of Apollo 17.
Fine and Performing Arts
Central Catholic has a legendary history in the fine and performing arts. Many talented students have honed their fine arts skills in the halls of CCHS, and the music department has presented a record 81 consecutive spring musical performances.For those students who have a special interest in music, a special music major can be obtained. An embossed seal on the diploma will designate this achievement. The requirements are successful completion of five music credits.
The CCHS art department offers everything from art fundamentals to advanced art, as well as detailed courses in design and graphics. For those students who have a special interest in art, a special art major can be earned. The requirements are successful completion of four art credits. An embossed seal on the diploma will designate the achievement.
Introduction
Learning is the focus of the One Connected Community laptop program. This program will provide each incoming freshman at CCHS with a state-of-the-art Apple MacBookMacBook
The MacBook was a brand of Macintosh notebook computers built by Apple Inc. First introduced in May 2006, it replaced the iBook and 12-inch PowerBook series of notebooks as a part of the Apple–Intel transition. Positioned as the low end of the MacBook family, the Apple MacBook was aimed at the...
computer that they will use to enhance their learning and achievement. Central Catholic High School is committed to connecting and enhancing our students' curriculum by utilizing all that the world of technology has to offer. This one-to-one initiative will offer our students the opportunity to participate in a global educational environment. Our students “speak” technology and we anticipate that this program will increase student motivation and engagement, which ultimately increases the retention of learning. The 21st century requires that our learners be able to navigate smoothly, effectively and purposefully through the world of technology.
Goals of One Connected Community
There are two major goals of this program. The first is to improve student performance. This will be accomplished by monitoring attendance, OGT scores, SAT/ACT scores and classroom achievement.The second is to develop an effective model for project-based instruction. Shifting technology instruction into subject-area classrooms will enable students to develop skills required to be self-directed, independent, life-long learners which will help them compete in the global arena for college placement and employment opportunities. During 2007-2008 school year, the laptop computers will be primarily utilized in Religious Studies I, English I, and World Studies. Each year additional classes will be added.
Mission statement
Central Catholic High School,a Catholic comprehensive, coeducational institution,
exists to enable young men and women of diverse backgrounds
to develop spiritually, academically, physically
and socially by providing outstanding academic programs and opportunities to grow.
Alma mater
We love you, Alma Mater,We always will be true,
With Mary ever guarding
Your doors with mantle blue.
We’re thankful for your light so bright
That helps us on our way.
Your spirit leads us onward
With banners red and gray.
We’ll cherish you forever
And love you Central High.
All praise to you, our Mother,
We love you, Central High.
Fight song
Cheer, cheer for old Central High,Let to the winds her banners will fly,
Send a volley from on high,
Shake down the thunder from the sky.
What though the odds be great or small,
Old Central High will win over all,
While her loyal sons and daughters
March on to victory…Rah! Rah! Rah!
Athletics
In Athletics, Central Catholic's nickname is the Fighting Irish. Their colors are scarlet and gray.They have been a member of the Toledo City League
Toledo City League
The Toledo City League is an Ohio High School Athletic Association high school athletic conference that was formed in 1926 and comprises the six high schools in Toledo that are from Toledo Public Schools.- Membership :...
since 1928. The biggest rivals for the Irish include fellow parochial schools St. John's Jesuit, St. Ursula Academy
St. Ursula Academy (Toledo, Ohio)
St. Ursula Academy is Toledo’s oldest, all-female, Catholic fully accredited, college preparatory school serving girls in grades 7-12, and has been educating young women of today for tomorrow since 1854.The mission of St...
, Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy, Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Notre Dame Academy is an all-girls Catholic high school located in Toledo, Ohio. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo. The academy was founded in 1904 and is fully accredited by the Ohio State Department of Education, the Independent Schools Association of the Central States , and...
, and St. Francis de Sales.
Other rivalries include the Scott Bulldogs
Scott High School (Toledo, Ohio)
Jesup Wakeman Scott High School is a public high school located in the Old West End neighborhood of Toledo, Ohio. It is part of Toledo Public Schools. It was named for a former editor of The Toledo Blade from 1844 to 1847...
, Start Spartans
Start High School (Toledo, Ohio)
Roy C. Start High School is a public high school in West Toledo, Ohio, United States. The school opened in 1962 and is part of the Toledo Public Schools. It was named after Roy C. Start, two-time mayor of Toledo and founder of the West Toledo YMCA. The school building was recently demolished and a...
, and Whitmer Panthers
Whitmer High School (Toledo, Ohio)
Whitmer High School is a public high school in Toledo, Ohio, USA. It is the only high school in the Washington Local School District in Lucas County, Ohio, serving the northwest section of Toledo up to the Michigan state line. It is the largest high school in the Toledo area...
.
Gallagher Athletic Complex
This facility was blessed and dedicated at a ceremony on October 9, 1998. Charles and Diane (Bertling) Gallagher, 1956 and 1958 CCHS graduates, were presented a wooden replica of the bronze dedication plaque that is permanently placed in the Athletic Complex. The complex consists of a track, football and soccer field, and permanent seats for spectators. The Fighting Irish varsity football team played its first home game at the complex on September 25, 2004, coming away with a homecoming victory.The new stadium includes permanent seating for 6,500 spectators and FieldTurf
FieldTurf
FieldTurf is a brand of artificial turf playing surface. It is manufactured and installed by the FieldTurf Tarkett division of Tarkett Inc., based in Calhoun, Georgia, USA. In the late 1990s, the artificial surface changed the industry with a design intended to replicate real grass...
for its playing surface. It was constructed on the site of the existing complex and includes a full press box and a hospitality suite that accommodates 120 people. A 450-seat stadium club section with chair-back seats is located at midfield on the home side. Construction began in the spring of 2007 and was complete in time for the 2007 homecoming game. Central Catholic is currently the only area Catholic high school to host its home football games.
Sullivan Center
The ground breaking for the Sullivan Center was in the spring of 1996. In the fall of 1997, the center was officially opened with a Mass led by Bishop Hoffman. The center holds 3,000 people, making it the largest high school field house in Northwest Ohio. The Sullivan Center includes a 3,000 seat capacity for convocation events, a 2,800 seat capacity for athletic events, one main court and two recreational cross courts, a 600-foot interior jogging track, four concession areas, six locker rooms, and a meeting room with a seating capacitySeating capacity
Seating capacity refers to the number of people who can be seated in a specific space, both in terms of the physical space available, and in terms of limitations set by law. Seating capacity can be used in the description of anything ranging from an automobile that seats two to a stadium that seats...
for over 100 people. The Sullivan Center just installed a new gym floor in the summer of 2009.
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Ohio High School Athletic Association State Championships
Central Catholic has won 5 state championships.- Boys' Track and Field 1997
- Football 2005, 1968
- Girls' Volleyball 2007
- Boys' Golf 1929
Central Catholic State Tournament Appearances:
- Baseball: 1982
- Basketball - Boys: 2011, 1952, 1949 (Finalist), 1942 (Finalist), 1934
- Basketball - Girls: 2008, 2001, 1999, 1998, 1987, 1977
- Cross Country - Boys: 1997
- Football(Playoff Appearances): 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005 (Champion), 2004, 2002, 2001, 1987, 1985, 1977 (Semi-Finalist)
- Hockey: 1980 (Finalist)
- Volleyball: 2007 (Champion), 1995, 1977
- Wrestling: (top 10 finishes) 2010 4th, 2009 4th, 1971 6th, 1965 3rd
- Track & Field: Boys: 1997 (Champion)
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The Irish Knight
The Irish Knight is awarded to the winner of the Central Catholic High School and St. Francis de Sales High School football game. The winning school receives and hosts the Irish Knight in their school, along with bragging rights.CCHS has won the last eight contests, including a 20-10 victory in 2011. SFS leads 28-24-1 in Irish Knight games. There has only been one overtime game, which occurred in 2003.
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Notable alumni
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