Vision & History

Mission - Inspiration and Education

Catholic Memorial High School inspires and educates in faith. It is through these faith-based principles that students develop as leaders, as scholars and as contributors to society.

This is how Catholic Memorial High School helps students rise to every challenge and overcome every obstacle. Here, students become the very best version of themselves, fully prepared for lifelong success. And at Catholic Memorial High School, we expect nothing less.

Our Mission Statement:

At Catholic Memorial High School, we educate students as individuals, intellectually and spiritually. We guide students to work to their highest, God-given potential. We prepare them for post secondary education and to become leaders who serve the Church and the world.

Catholic Memorial High School Values

Memorial

School spirit and pride, alumni engagement, recognition of CMH legacy, passionate advocacy

Faith

Belief in God and belief in the goodness of the human person in the image of Christ

Trust

Integrity, open-minded dialogue, mutual support, a safe learning environment

Respect

Recognition of each person‘s talent, motivated by gratitude and humility

Inclusiveness

Understanding of global history, culture, and economics while fostering engagement with people around the world

Professionalism

Set expectations, communicate, collaborate, commit to personal, professional, and academic growth and be accountable

Excellence

Strive to be the best, put God‘s gifts to work: academically, athletically, and artistically

Caritas in Omnibus

Genuine care for and interest in the lives of others

Faith-Based Education

At Catholic Memorial High School, we educate students as individuals, intellectually and spiritually. We guide students to work to their highest, God-given potential. We prepare them for post-secondary education and to become leaders who serve the Church and the world.

History - Faith and Service

Catholic Memorial High School was founded by the determined parishioners of St. Joseph Parish who, in the early 1920's, began raising funds for a future high school. Their goal of providing a high quality Catholic education for the area's youth remained strong and unwavering and their hope became a reality in 1949 when CMH opened its doors. Today, Catholic Memorial High School stands as a living memorial to the 23 young men of St. Joseph Parish who gave their lives for their country in World War II.

Later, the dedication of the school was extended to include all graduates of Catholic Memorial High School who have died in service to their country.

How Catholic Memorial High School Students Rise Through Faith

Catholic Memorial High School inspires young people to learn and grow in their faith.

Catholic Memorial High School believes that if you guide students with love, teach them how to work for what they believe in, and coach them on how to live an ethical life, they will have the strength and confidence to do what's right. And what's right for them is often what's right for the world.

Professing Their Faith

In addition to coursework in theology, as a CMH students can openly and proudly profess their faith through:

Involvement in CMH faith-based and service clubs
Participation in service projects
Leadership in Campus Ministry Class retreats:
These spiritual experiences encourage students to put their faith into practice and build strong, lasting friendships. Students have said the class retreats are among the most profound and memorable experiences of the school year
Opportunities to pray the Rosary offered weekly
Experience through the Sacraments:
-The Eucharist is celebrated weekly in the beautiful Our Lady of Memorial Chapel, during larger monthly all-school Masses and on Holy Days
-All-school Reconciliation services are offered during Advent and Lent
-Individual weekly opportunities are also available
Weekly class expressions and explorations of faith through prayerful dialogue with the CMH Chaplain during discussions in the Our Lady of Memorial Chapel