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'''Calvert Hall College High School''' (also known as '''Calvert Hall''' or '''CHC''') is a [[Roman Catholic|Catholic]] [[college preparatory]] [[high school]] for boys located in [[Towson, Maryland]], [[United States]]. Its mission is to make their students "men of faith, men of intellect, and men of integrity." It is located in the [[Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Baltimore]]. |
'''Calvert Hall College High School''' (also known as '''Calvert Hall''' or '''CHC''') is a [[Roman Catholic|Catholic]] [[college preparatory]] [[high school]] for boys who happen to be repeat criminal offenders located in [[Towson, Maryland]], [[United States]]. Its mission is to make their students "men of faith, men of intellect, and men of integrity." It is located in the [[Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Baltimore]]. |
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The school was established in 1945 by the [[Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools]] as a private Catholic college preparatory high school for boys and is the oldest Christian Brothers school in the [[United States]]. The third oldest, [[St. John's College High School]] in [[Washington, D.C.]] was founded by Christian Brothers from this school in 1851. |
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Among its academic offerings is the ''McMullen Scholars program'', a four-year advanced level curriculum requiring extra coursework in Latin, humanities, and a senior independent project. Also they provide a La Salle program that helps people with learning disabilities. |
Among its academic offerings is the ''McMullen Scholars program'', a four-year advanced level curriculum requiring extra coursework in Latin, humanities, and a senior independent project. Also they provide a La Salle program that helps people with learning disabilities. |
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==Athletics== |
==Athletics== |
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In one of the oldest catholic school [[List of high school football rivalries (less than 100 years old)|rivalries]] in the country, Calvert Hall faces its arch-rival, [[ |
In one of the oldest catholic school [[List of high school football rivalries (less than 100 years old)|rivalries]] in the country, Calvert Hall faces its arch-rival, [[Ronald McDonald]], in the annual [[American football on Thanksgiving#Calvert Hall College vs. McDonald|Turkey Bowl]] football game at [M&T Bank Stadium]] in Baltimore. Before [[M&T Bank Stadium]] was opened, the game was played at [[Memorial Stadium (Baltimore)|Memorial Stadium]].CHC participates in the [[Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association]] 'C' conference in all its sports, along with the [[Baltimore Catholic League]] for basketball. |
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Calvert Hall is best known for its dominance in [[ |
Calvert Hall is best known for its dominance in [[Ballet]], [[Cross Country]], [[Water Polo]], [[Lacrosse]], [[rugby football|Rugby]], [[American football]] and more recently, [[Hockey]]. The Calvert Hall baseball team has won the previous {{nowrap|five MIAA "A"}} conference championships, and, on March 18, 2008 moved up to the #1 team ranking by ''[[USA Today]]'' in high school baseball. On April 7, 2008, the school's ''Carlo Crispino Baseball Stadium'' was dedicated. Named after an alumnus of that name who donated $1 million for the state-of-the-art facility, the stadium has a covered grandstand and [[FieldTurf]], designed by [[Cal Ripken]].<ref>{{cite news|title=City/County Digest|date=2006-01-13|publisher=''[[The Baltimore Sun]]''|url=http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/baltsun/access/968887341.html?dids=968887341:968887341&FMT=ABS&FMTS|accessdate=2008-09-30|page=3B}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |author=Nelson Coffin |title=No diamond in the rough: Stadium is a jewel |date=2008-04-09 |publisher=The Towson Times'' |url=http://news.mywebpal.com/news_tool_v2.cfm?pnpid=659&show=archivedetails&ArchiveID=1353345&om=1 |accessdate=2008-04-23 }}</ref> Other former [[Baltimore Orioles]] attending the ceremonies were [[Billy Ripken|Bill Ripken]] and [[Billy Hunter (baseball)|Billy Hunter]]. |
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The water polo squad has won every MIAA championship with the exception of the inaugural game in 2000, which was won by the [[Gilman School]] and in 2009 when they lost to Loyola Blakefield. Calvert Hall Varsity water polo has gone undefeated in the MIAA for the last seven years. Calvert Hall has also had success in the Eastern Prep Championships of water polo, winning the last three, at the [[Lawrenceville School]] in New Jersey. |
The water polo squad has won every MIAA championship with the exception of the inaugural game in 2000, which was won by the [[Gilman School]] and in 2009 when they lost to Loyola Blakefield. Calvert Hall Varsity water polo has gone undefeated in the MIAA for the last seven years. Calvert Hall has also had success in the Eastern Prep Championships of water polo, winning the last three, at the [[Lawrenceville School]] in New Jersey. |
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| Calvert Hall College High School | |
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8102 La Salle Road , , 21286 | |
| Coordinates | 39°24′55″N 76°34′03″W / 39.4152°N 76.5674°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Private, All-Male |
| Motto | Vitae via virtus ((Virtue is the way of life)) |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Roman Catholic |
| Established | 1845 |
| President | Br. Thomas Zoppo |
| Principal | Louis Heidrick |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Color(s) | Cardinal Red and Gold |
| Team name | Cardinals |
| Accreditation | Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools[1] |
| Publication | The Odyssey (Literary Magazine) |
| Newspaper | The Hall |
| Yearbook | Cardinal & Gold |
| Admissions Director | Chris Bengel |
| Athletic Director | Lou Eckerl |
| Website | http://www.calverthall.com |
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Calvert Hall College High School (also known as Calvert Hall or CHC) is a Catholic college preparatory high school for boys who happen to be repeat criminal offenders located in Towson, Maryland, United States. Its mission is to make their students "men of faith, men of intellect, and men of integrity." It is located in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Baltimore.
The school was established in 1945 by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools as a private Catholic college preparatory high school for boys and is the oldest Christian Brothers school in the United States. The third oldest, St. John's College High School in Washington, D.C. was founded by Christian Brothers from this school in 1851.
Among its academic offerings is the McMullen Scholars program, a four-year advanced level curriculum requiring extra coursework in Latin, humanities, and a senior independent project. Also they provide a La Salle program that helps people with learning disabilities.
Athletics
In one of the oldest catholic school rivalries in the country, Calvert Hall faces its arch-rival, Ronald McDonald, in the annual Turkey Bowl football game at [M&T Bank Stadium]] in Baltimore. Before M&T Bank Stadium was opened, the game was played at Memorial Stadium.CHC participates in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association 'C' conference in all its sports, along with the Baltimore Catholic League for basketball.
Calvert Hall is best known for its dominance in Ballet, Cross Country, Water Polo, Lacrosse, Rugby, American football and more recently, Hockey. The Calvert Hall baseball team has won the previous five MIAA "A" conference championships, and, on March 18, 2008 moved up to the #1 team ranking by USA Today in high school baseball. On April 7, 2008, the school's Carlo Crispino Baseball Stadium was dedicated. Named after an alumnus of that name who donated $1 million for the state-of-the-art facility, the stadium has a covered grandstand and FieldTurf, designed by Cal Ripken.[2][3] Other former Baltimore Orioles attending the ceremonies were Bill Ripken and Billy Hunter.
The water polo squad has won every MIAA championship with the exception of the inaugural game in 2000, which was won by the Gilman School and in 2009 when they lost to Loyola Blakefield. Calvert Hall Varsity water polo has gone undefeated in the MIAA for the last seven years. Calvert Hall has also had success in the Eastern Prep Championships of water polo, winning the last three, at the Lawrenceville School in New Jersey.
Calvert Hall is also represented in tennis, cross country, lacrosse, track and field, soccer, volleyball, hockey, indoor track, outdoor track, golf, wrestling, swimming, basketball, and by their competitive marching band.
The Calvert Hall basketball team ended the 1982 season as National Champions, defeating Dunbar High School in a triple overtime thriller.
The Calvert Hall hockey team has won the MIAA championship the past three seasons (2008–2010) in addition to winning the MAPHL Maryland State Championship in 2009.
Band
In existence for nearly 50 years, The Calvert Hall College High School marching band first began marching competitively in 1998. During their second competitive season, they qualified for the Tournament of Bands Atlantic Coast Championships (ACCs) as the 25th band out of 26. They placed 17th at ACCs on November 13, 1999. The band was a finalist at the Tournament of Bands Atlantic Coast Championship in 1999 and from 2001–2007, including 2 years as Silver Medal Finalists.
Continuing to grow, the band has captured titles in the USSBA, BGA BCS, and TOB. The CHC marching band was named the 2004 & 2005 Tournament of Bands Group IV Chapter V Champions.
In 2008, the band ceased competing in the TOB circuit, and the band was named the USSBA Maryland State Champions, with an undefeated Maryland State Champion Colorguard. In January 2009, the band was named the Bowl Games of America’s Band Championship Series National Champions presenting their show "Facing your Fears" In 2010, the band was awarded its 2nd USSBA Maryland State Championship, sweeping all of the captions. This marks the Bands 3rd State Championship, and second in the USSBA Circuit. The band prides itself on musical and performing excellence placing in the Top 10 at the USSBA National Championships in 2007 & 2008.
The Band performs numerous times during the year including local parades, home football games, and the Turkey Bowl. The Instrumental Music Department features 3 Jazz Bands and a Jazz Combo, 3 Concert Bands, and the Marching Band. The Band is overseen by the Director of Bands, in addition to an Associate and Assistant Director.[4]
- Past Years Shows
- Book of Days
- 2004: The Heist (TOB Chapter V Champions)
- 2005: The Quest (TOB Chapter V Champions, TOB Maryland State Champions)
- 2006: Gotham
- 2007: Postcards From Manhattan
- 2008: Facing Your Fears (USSBA Maryland State Champions, BCS National Champions)
- 2009: 2131
- 2010: Superstitions (USSBA Maryland State Champions)
Campus
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The 33 acre (134,000 m²) campus (left diagram) consists of three academic buildings: Keelty Hall, George Young Hall, and the Marion Burk Knott Center for the Performing Arts.
- Keelty Hall contains administrative and guidance offices, classrooms, science labs, the chapel, Cardinal Shop and a cafeteria.
- George Young Hall houses four computer labs, TV Studio, Art Studio, classrooms, and George Young library.
- The Marion Burk Knott Center contains the McManus theatre, two lecture halls, practice areas for instrumental and vocal music, and production areas for theatre.
- In addition, the campus includes Alumni Memorial Gymnasium, Paul Angelo Russo stadium, the Carlo Crispino Baseball Stadium, The Carlo Crispino Center, containing Hucht pool, weight rooms, wrestling room, and a second auxiliary gymnasium, practice fields, the Shaughnessy tennis courts, Bocce Ball courts, and the Christian Brothers' residence.
- The Carlo Crispino Stadium, for baseball, was completed on April 7, 2008.
Notable alumni
- American Joe Miedusiewski, Maryland House of Delegates, District 46, (1975–1988)[5], Public Affairs Director, Semmes, Bowen & Semmes
- John Waters, Filmmaker
- Dwight Shultz, Actor
- Gary Neal, Basketball Player
Mascot and logos
As of late August 2006, Calvert Hall uses a stylized Cardinal head as its mascot on sports attire. This logo is official Calvert Hall property and is copyrighted. The logo can be found on midfield of Paul Angelo Russo Stadium, and on the court in Alumni Memorial Gymnasium. The Calvert Hall seal is used as a logo on letterheads and the school's website.
References
- ^ MSA-CSS. "MSA-Commission on Secondary Schools". Retrieved 2009-07-31.
- ^ "City/County Digest". The Baltimore Sun. 2006-01-13. p. 3B. Retrieved 2008-09-30.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Nelson Coffin (2008-04-09). "No diamond in the rough: Stadium is a jewel". The Towson Times. Retrieved 2008-04-23.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ http://www.tob-info.net/index.html
- ^ American Joe Miedusiewski (biography)
External links
- Calvert Hall official website
- Calvert Hall on Google Street View