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Why Choose Bishop Grimes Prep?
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Welcome to Bishop Grimes Prep!
As one of the top 50 Catholic High Schools in the United States, accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Bishop Grimes Prep is a college preparatory school for young men and women in grades 7 through 12. The faculty and administration are committed to providing a quality, faith based educational experience that supports the spiritual, physical, emotional, and academic achievement of our diverse student population.
Why Bishop Grimes Prep? As a student at Bishop Grimes you can be sure of:
-A nurturing, loving environment where Christ is our purpose…Christ is our focus…Christ is our model
-A culture of teaching where religiously and academically certified faculty views their positions as a ministry, rather than a job
-Outstanding college preparatory academic foundation
-Numerous opportunities to participate in activities, including BGTV news, athletic teams, drama, jazz band, chorus and mini-courses
-A faith-filled community with Catholic school Masses, daily prayers, class retreats and many community service opportunities.
-A diverse student population from over 20 central New York school districts and attracting students from countries around the world including the Sudan, Puerto Rico, China, Hong Kong, The Congo, Finland, Germany and South Korea
-Global experience, including field trips and travel abroad opportunities
You have taken the first step towards an exciting journey. Welcome aboard and enjoy the ride! We look forward to discovering your unique gifts and talents so that you can continue the tradition established by our alumni to promote positive and effective change in local and global communities. Remember: Christ is our purpose…Christ is our focus…Christ is our model…
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Sister James Therese Downey, osf
We thank Sister James Therese Downey for her many years of service and dedication to our school.