Academic Achievement at Canisius High School
Academics:
At Canisius High School, every student participates in a challenging yet achievable college preparatory curriculum. Canisius offers an enriched variety of college-preparatory courses including honors and Advanced Placement courses in several disciplines. In the 2007-2008 school year, Canisius High School enrolls over 437 students in 16 Advanced Placement Courses all earning the AP distinction from the College Board.
Canisius High School students are required to enroll in seven college preparatory courses per semester with a passing grade of 70% to earn course credit.
Our Accreditation by the Middle States Association Commission on Secondary Schools (M.S.A.C.S.S.) and membership with the New York State Association of Independent Schools (N.Y.S.A.I.S.) demonstrates our dedication to a college-preparatory curriculum. Furthermore, our learning standards exceed New York State Regents examination expectations and achievement levels.
As a Jesuit school, we believe, along with St. Ignatius of Loyola, under of the Society of Jesus, that everything God has created is worthy of our study and care. Canisius High School students have a commitment to academic excellence that is demonstrated not only through grade achievement, but also by behavior in the classroom and Christian Service projects through our Campus Ministry program.
Our after school remedial program (REACH) is available to assist students that may be experiencing academic difficulties. Furthermore, please contact your son's teacher(s) by phone or email to learn how your son can address any academic or behavioral matters. Our Guidance Department staff is available to facilitate parent-teacher conferences or one on one counseling sessions to enhance your son's experience with any challenges during his Jesuit High School experience.
Marking Period IV Assessment Reports:
Parental signatures for the AR4 assessment receipts are due to your advisor no later than Wednesday, May 7th.
Senior Parental Letters: Any senior in danger of failing or near failing a course (including Christian Service hours) will receive a parental notification letter the week of April 28th.
Underclassmen Year to Date Averages: Students failing or near failing two or more courses will receive a parental notification letter. Underclassmen are permitted to remediate ONLY two courses during the summer (at Canisius High School or a community college) to retain their enrollment status.
Please mark your calendars for the following important dates:
Advanced Placement Exams: Monday, May 5th - Friday May 11th.
(Visit the Advanced Placement link for a copy of the AP Exam Schedule)
Senior Exams / Projects: Monday, May 12th - Thursday, May 15th
Senior Grades Due: Friday, May 16th
Senior Awards Assembly: Thursday, May 22nd
Graduation Rehearsal: Thursday, May 29th at 1:00p.m.
(All senior obligations must be satisfied by Thursday, May 29th)
Please feel free to contact my office if you have any questions or concerns.
Paul S. Pinto
Assistant Principal for Academics
Email: pinto@canisiushigh.org
Principal's Office: 716-882-0466 ext.213
Cell phone: 716-949-9082
Fax: 716-200-0243
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