FAST FACTS
Tuition ‘13-’14: $17,500
Number of Students Receiving Tuition Assistance: 30%
Scholarships Available to Incoming Students
Trustee Scholarships: Half Tuition
Presidential Scholarships: $6,500
Libermann Scholarships: $2,500
Spiritan Scholarships: Up to the full cost of tuition
Total Faculty: 55
Students: 465
Average Class Size: 18
Student to Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers with Advanced Degrees: 80%
AP Tests: 19 subject areas
Average SAT Score V/M (3-year Rolling Average): 1213
Graduates Attending College: 100%
Graduates Receiving Merit-Based Aid: 92%
Amount of Scholarships & Grants for the Class of 2013: $26.2 Million
Athletic League Championships ‘12-’13: 6
Bands (Full, Jazz, Pep): 3
Annual Drama Productions (10 performances): 2
Extra-Curricular Activities: 40
Interscholastic Athletic Teams: 26
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CONTENTS
HGP Fast Facts
Table of Contents
Summer Enrichment
Music
Forensics
General Information for
Sports Camps
Baseball
Basketball
Soccer
Lacrosse
Track & Field
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Whether preparing for a practice entrance examination, creating a spreadsheet, or designing a web page, students will
be challenged to grow at the Holy Ghost Prep Summer Academic Enrichment Program. Through hands-on activities,
small class sizes, and challenging curriculum, students will gain new academic skills and confidence while enjoying their
summer.
This program is for students (male and female) entering the 7th or 8th Grade. The Holy Ghost Prep Summer Program
welcomes all students regardless of race, color, religious beliefs, sex, or national or ethnic origin.
This five-week program runs from June 23, 2014 - July 25, 2014
No classes on Thursday, July 3 and Friday, July 4, 2014.
Call 215-639-0811 for more information
$895 for 5 week program
$140 for lunch program
(information about lunch program will be sent upon registration)
Tuition due in full by Friday, June 13, 2014
COURSES
This program will offer courses in Math, English, Computers,
and Science with a focus on: entrance exam preparation;
computer literacy; and laboratory experience.
A sample schedule would look like this:
9:00 am –
9:50 am –
10:40 am –
11:00 am –
11:50 am –
12:30 pm –
1:10 pm –
9:50 am
10:40 am
11:00 am
11:50 am
12:30 pm
1:10 pm
2:00 pm
Activities
Math
Break
Computers
Lunch
English
Science
Public speaking, art, and other special activities to be included throughout the program.
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MATH
COMPUTERS
An intensive five-week entrance exam preparation!
Students will acquire problem-solving and quantitative
thinking skills. Topics will include: word problems,
operations, series and sequences, and certain algebraic
and geometric ideas. Students will be able to select
an advanced Math option. This is meant for students
who already take honors or advanced math and are
accustomed to a faster paced curriculum.
Students will learn to use their computer as a resource for
their education. By incorporating technology into each of
their academic subjects, students will understand useful
applications for the internet, word processing, web pages,
databases and spreadsheets while learning the basics of
computer programming.
SCIENCE
The Science Program is designed as an introductory
laboratory experience. Through hands-on projects,
students will learn important scientific theories while
exploring the physical world around them. Basic
biology and chemistry will be highlighted during these
five weeks.
ACTIVITIES
The summer is not all work! Each day students will be given
the opportunity to get outside and enjoy themselves in
a variety of team and individual activities. Students will
develop teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship while
making new friends.
ENGLISH
An intensive five-week entrance exam preparation!
Lessons and activities will improve students’ reading
comprehension and writing skills. Topics will include:
vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms, analogies, grammar,
structure, and the writing process.
Summer Recreation for the Mind
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Rock Band Camp
Camp Dates:
June 23 to June 27, 2014
Camp Times:
2:00-5:00 pm, Mon.-Fri.
Camp Instructors:
Camp Cost:
Contact:
Peter Devine & Beth Vilsmeier
$175 per camper
215-639-2102 ext. 209
[email protected]
The HGP Summer Music Camp will take place in our newly renovated and air conditioned Music
Technology Studio, and include instructors Peter Devine, Kevin Lyczak and William Marconi. This
Summer program is open to boys and girls, grades 6, 7 and 8, as well as to high school boys and
girls. Large ensemble, music theory, individual coaching and small ensembles are all part of this
learning experience.
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Camp Dates:
August 4 to August 8, 2014
Camp Times:
(5, 6, 7 grades) AM Session: 8:30-12 noon, Mon.-Fri.
(8th grade, boys & girls) PM Session: 12:30-4:00 pm, Mon.-Fri.
Camp Location:
Camp Cost:
Contact:
Holy Ghost Prep - Founder’s Hall
$250 per session; $400 both sessions
Tony Figliola, 215-639-2102 ext. 288
[email protected]
You may do both sessions for that extra competitive boost.
HGP’s National Championship Forensics Team invites you to “MAX OUT” your speaking potential with them! With
a staff of nationally ranked high school competitors and coaches, you will learn everything you need to know
about public speaking and performance.
Whether you plan on competing for Holy Ghost’s team in high school, or are just looking to excel in public
speaking, this program will sharpen your abilities and teach you new skills to “knock out” any presentation that
comes your way!
We will teach you:
How to use your body when speaking
How to create emotion through facial expressions
How to use your eyes to engage an audience
How to properly project your voice...and much, much more
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General Information for Sports Camps
Holy Ghost Prep is a private, Catholic boys school located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. Athletic
Facilities include two soccer fields, an outdoor track, an indoor basketball arena, outdoor
basketball courts, two baseball diamonds and the main athletic field shared by the Varsity Soccer
and Lacrosse programs. The summer sports camps use all of these facilities, as well as the offsite
facilities of the Bensalem Ramblers Baseball Complex and the Wissahickon Skating Club.
Most clinics are designed for athletes between the ages of 6 and 15 (as of June 1, 2014). The
minimum age for the baseball program will be age 8. All camps will be divided by age group and/
or individual skill level to help maximize the benefits of the week for each camper. Registration
is available up to the day camp starts. However, due to limited availability, early response and
enrollment is highly recommended.
TYPICAL SCHEDULE
9:00 am . . . . . . Arrival
9:15 am . . . . . . Warm-up, Individual Skills
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
Only one of the following discounts may be
applied. Apply the most appropriate discount
described below.
10:00 am . . . . . Lecture and Drills
12:00 pm . . . . . Lunch
1. Two or more HGP Summer
Athletic Camps: $25 off each camp
12:30 pm . . . . . Discussion
2. Multi-family discount: $25 per camper
1:15 pm . . . . . . Team Competition
3. Groups of 7 or more: $25 per camper
3:00 pm . . . . . . Parent Pickup
Students in the summer enrichment program will also qualify for discounts.
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Camp Dates:
June 23 to June 27, 2014; 9am - 3pm
Camp Location:
Bensalem Ramblers Baseball Complex
Camp Director:
Keith Smeraglio
Camp Cost:
Contact:
$200 per camper
215-499-9113
[email protected]
The 36th annual clinic will be held at Bensalem Ramblers Association on Hulmeville Road in Bensalem, PA.
Professional, college and high school coaches and players make up the staff that offers individual instruction
at each position. This is assured by limiting the number of participants so that there is a six to one camper to
counselor ratio. Guests over the last few years have included: Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ryan Madson; Phillies
General Manager Ruben Amaro Jr.; White Sox hitting instructor Jeff Manto and former MLB players Greg Gross and
Steve Braun.
Campers will compete in various baseball related events at the end of the week and top participants will receive
awards. In addition to receiving a written evaluation at the end of the camp, each camper will be filmed and have
his film analyzed one on one with one of the coaches. All campers should supply their own sneakers or spikes,
gloves, caps and long pants. In addition to Coach Smeraglio, current HGP coaches Al Slawter, Vince Rossomando,
and Freshman head coach Joe O’Brien will direct the camp.
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Camp Dates:
July 14 to July 18, 2014
Camp Location:
Holy Ghost Prep – Firebird Fieldhouse
Camp Director:
Tony Chapman
Camp Cost:
Contact:
$190 per camper
215-639-2102 ext. 210
[email protected]
Holy Ghost Prep coach Tony Chapman will conduct his 35th clinic with the aid of assistant coaches Bob McCarthy,
Gary Nolan and Jim Stewart. There will be a number of college and high school players, both male and female, to
coach the campers and work on the fundamentals of the game.
Past guests have included Saint Joseph’s University’s Phil Martelli, former Duke University All-American Bobby
Hurley, former assistant coach of the Sacramento Kings Pete Carril, and Head Coach at Temple University Fran
Dunphy.
Campers should come dressed to play. We try to have a maximum of nine players on a team to ensure individual
instruction. Awards will be given and each camper will have a personalized evaluation. The camp will conclude
with league championship games and individual award competitions. Both girls and boys are invited to attend.
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Camp Dates:
July 28 to August 1, 2014
Camp Location:
Holy Ghost Prep
Firebird Fieldhouse & Soccer Fields
Camp Director:
David Simpson
Full Day Camp Cost:
$200 per camper (9:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Half Day Camp Cost:
$150 per camper (9:00 am - noon)
Contact:
215-290-0278
[email protected]
The purpose of this camp is to develop the skills of individual players within the concepts of teamwork and
sportsmanship. Our goal is to help each player improve his or her skills and knowledge of the game and to help
them be the best player they can be.
Morning sessions will focus on individual instruction such as foot skills and small-sided play. The afternoon sessions
will focus on futsal, team play and competitions.
Players are required to wear shin guards and soccer cleats. Please dress appropriately for the warm weather. Sneakers
should be packed and brought each day for activities in the field house. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt.
HGP Camp Director and Associate Head Coach David Simpson holds licenses from the USSF, NSCAA, Coerver
Coaching, Brazilian CBF, Scottish FA and UEFA; Simpson has coached at various levels throughout the USA and
Europe including State & Regional ODP, NCAA Division I, ODP National Champions, Assistant Director of Coaching
Youth Club as well as boys and girls high school teams.
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Camp Dates:
July 21 to July 25, 2014
Camp Location:
Holy Ghost Prep
Firebird Fieldhouse & Lacrosse Fields
Camp Director:
Ryan Tessler
Camp Cost:
Contact:
$200 per camper
Ryan Tessler, 516-835-5561
[email protected]
HGP Lacrosse camp is designed to assist players at every skill level to improve, make friends and have fun. The HGP
Lacrosse Camp will bring together current and former players to help every camper get individualized attention
and work on position specific skills.
HGP alumni Brett Manney will be a guest counselor. HGP alumni playing Div 1 and Div 3 College Lacrosse will also
be counselors.
The following concepts will be the focus of the week: shooting, passing, ground balls, dodging, defense, face-offs/
wing play, man-up/man-down, and team development.
All campers should provide their own equipment including: helmet, gloves, elbow pads, shoulder pads, stick,
cleats/sneakers, water bottle, mouth guard, and bring a lunch.
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Camp Dates:
July 7 to July 11, 2014
Camp Location:
Holy Ghost Prep
Firebird Fieldhouse & Track and Field Facilities
Camp Director:
John Mundy
Camp Cost:
Contact:
$180 per camper
215-788-3055 home, 215-801-0342 cell
[email protected]
The emphasis of the camp is on boy and girl athletes enjoying a positive experience having fun, developing
leadership skills, and learning about all aspects of Track and Field, including the personal traits needed to be
successful in sports, school, and life.
Coach John Mundy and high school coaches Hugh Mundy, Jim Bortz, Steve Harnish, and Chuck Lumio will instruct
athletes in all areas of track and field. They will be assisted by Holy Ghost graduates and current track and field
athletes, including Jeffrey Ainsley, ’11, a Decathlete HS All-American. The staff also includes female athletes from
area girl’s high schools.
Athletes will participate in the jumps, throws, sprints, hurdles, relays and distance events. Campers should come
dressed to practice and compete. Grouped by age and gender, athletes will rotate through stations to learn about
various events and topics.
The daily schedule includes warm up activities, event explanation and skill practice, film study, discussions on
various aspects of track and field including mental preparation, diet, rest, and an introduction to weight training.
The camp will end with a mini-meet and awards will be given to the top participants. Boys and girls will benefit
from and enjoy our camp.
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