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About Us |
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Introduction
Accreditation
Memberships and
Organizations
Academic Excellence -
Class of 2009 Highlights
Special Programs/College in the High School
Requirements for Graduation
Interscholastic Sports
Co-Curricular
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Introduction |
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Archbishop Thomas J. Murphy High
School is a co-educational Catholic college-preparatory school located in
Everett, Washington. Founded as Holy Cross High School in 1988, Archbishop
Murphy High School serves students grades nine through twelve and enrollment
has increased from 23 students in 1988 to approximately 570 for Fall 2009. Here at Archbishop Murphy High
School we take seriously our school's mission:
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Archbishop Thomas J. Murphy High School is a
Catholic, college preparatory school that welcomes students of all faiths.
True to the spirit of the Gospel, Archbishop Murphy nurtures the full
development of the gifts that God has given to each student, fosters service
as an outgrowth of faith, and values diversity. Working with parents as
partners in this educational ministry, we strive for academic excellence,
spiritual enrichment, and Christlike leadership for the transformation of the
world.
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For additional school information, please read our
School Profile:
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Download School Profile (pdf)
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Accredited Schools (NAAS) |
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Archdiocese of Seattle |
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National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
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National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) |
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Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) |
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Washington Association of Student Councils (WASC) |
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Washington Activities Coordinators Association (WACA) |
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Washington Federation of Independent Schools (WFIS) |
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Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) |
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The average cumulative grade point for
all four years was 3.35.
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67% of the class took Advanced
Placement and/or other courses that generated college credit while at AMHS.
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55% of our seniors were offered merit
scholarships totaling over $7 million.
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Over 66% graduated with Academic
Honors.
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Eight graduates were recognized as
National Merit Commended students.
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The class achieved an average SAT
score of 1110 (includes verbal and math scores only).
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100% of the Class of 2009 will be
pursuing post-secondary education. 85% are going on to four year universities.
22% will attend a Catholic university.
Other areas
of achievement:
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16,000 hours of service were provided to over 100
organizations in our community.
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This class helped organize and lead the AMHS
community in raising over $14,000 for Operation Rice Bowl in 2009.
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This class helped lead our athletic teams to eight
league championships and three district championships, and five teams placed
within the top four at state competitions.
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Three teams earned recognition as 2A State Academic
Champions for their team grade point average (volleyball, wrestling, boys'
golf).
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The math team took first place at the state
competition in two events.
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Download Course Catalog (pdf) |
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Special Programs/College in the High School
For a complete description of our AP, Matteo Ricci and Foreign Language courses,
please click here.
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Matteo Ricci Program
- 10 credits Seattle University
Spanish III or French III - 5 credits University of Washington
Spanish IV or French IV - 10 credits University of Washington
Advanced Placement Calculus AB and BC
Advanced Placement Statistics
Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics
Advanced Placement Computer Science
Advanced Placement Biology |
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Academic Information
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| The course of study at Archbishop Murphy High School (AMHS) is designed to prepare
students to enter a college or university. Within this college preparatory framework, we
seek to direct students to courses that will consistently challenge their capacity and
potential. Every student at AMHS is given ample opportunity to meet and explore challenges
of the learning process. |
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Credits and Grading
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| A total of 24 credits are required to graduate from Archbishop Murphy High School.
Students take six classes each semester. Class periods are 50-55 minutes in length.
Academic credits are assigned each semester for each course in which a passing grade is
earned. A passing grade in a yearlong course earns one credit, while passing a semester
long course generates one-half credit. |
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Subject Requirements for Graduation
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| The courses required for graduation from AMHS meet or exceed the minimum entry
requirements of colleges and universities in the state. |
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Subject |
AMHS
Requirement |
College
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English |
4 |
4 |
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Mathematics |
3 |
3 |
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Social Studies |
3 |
3 |
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Science |
2 |
2 |
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Foreign Language |
2 |
2 |
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Fine/Performing Arts |
1 |
1 |
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Health |
0.5 |
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Physical Education |
1 |
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Technology |
0.5 |
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Theology |
4 |
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Electives |
3 |
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Total Credits Required |
24 |
15 |
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sports. For sports that AMHS does not offer, students may play on the teams of the public schools
where they live. Contact the athletic
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TEAMS (by season)
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Fall
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Cross Country (no cut)
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Football (no cut)
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Soccer, Girls'
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Swimming, Girls' (no cut)
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Volleyball
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Winter
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Basketball, Boys'
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Basketball, Girls'
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Swimming, Boys' (no cut)
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Wrestling (no cut)
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Spring
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Baseball
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Golf
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Soccer, Boys'
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Softball
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Track & Field (no cut)
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Co-Curricular
Clubs and Activities
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Art Club
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Campus Ministry
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Chess Club
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Choral-Aires Honors
Choir
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Concert Band
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Concert Choir
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Fall Play (Drama)
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French Club
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Gardening Club
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Guitar Club
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HI Q (Knowledge Bowl)
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Interact (Service Club)
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KATS News/Talk Radio
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LINK (Student Mentor
Program)
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Liturgy Choir
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Math Team
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Men's Ensemble
(Singing Group)
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Mock Trial
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Pep Band
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Pro-Life
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Recycling Club
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Show Choir (Girls'
Singing Group)
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Spanish Club
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Spirit Club
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Spring Musical
(Drama)
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Team Handball
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Triple Threat (Dancing,
Singing, Acting)
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Ultimate Frisbee
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