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175 Phelan AvenueSan Francisco, California, USA 94112
Director of Admissions: Betta Barbosa Admissions Phone:(415) 586-8200 ext. 406Fax:415-586-4778 Email: bbarbosa@riordanhs.org Website: www.riordanhs.org
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Summary: Archbishop Riordan High School is committed to 21st Century Learning with a host of challenging innovations and a call to embracing Common Core standards, exploring alternative instruction and assessment, and rising above expectations of typical high schools across the nation. Our dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate faculty and our cutting-edge 1:1 iPad/iTunes U program meet our students where they are while remaining closer than ever to our Marianist heritage: education for adaptation and change while remaining grounded in faith, service, and family spirit.At Riordan’s core is a rigorous and challenging curriculum which blends a classic liberal education with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate contemporary times. Students are trained to think critically, express themselves clearly, and identify overlapping themes among disciplines. Each course identifies the essential questions of each field, emphasizing an inquiry-based approach to subjects, and is designed to hone the elemental academic skills in each student. Students take a hands-on, active approach to their education so that they can apply what they learn to real-life situations.A Riordan student’s academic course load will not merely fulfill University of California and California State University requirements, it will exceed them, allowing more time for additional electives. Students also have the option to take university-level courses at City College of San Francisco, located directly across the street from Riordan’s Campus.
Department Director: Tim Reardon
Average Class Size: 25
Full Time Teachers: 50
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 51.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Summer Programs Offered: Offered
Academic Schedule: Semester
Number of AP Courses Offered: 14
Summary: Archbishop Riordan is San Francisco’s oldest Catholic all-male high school serving 700 young men, including more than 40 students in our boarding program and 20 international day students. We believe that this student mix provides a unique US integration opportunity that is unmatched at other high schools.We are proud of our ability to help foster our students’ development under the guiding principles of a Marianist education: Provide an integral, quality education; Educate in family spirit; Educate for service, justice and peace; and Educate for adaptation and change.The accomplishments of our students are impressive, both in and out of the classroom. Our young men attend some of the finest universities in the United States including Boston University, Santa Clara, New York University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and many others. They also take home athletic championships, compete in national music competitions, and earn awards for their service to the community.Archbishop Riordan High School is located just minutes away from the nation’s leaders in technology, biomedical, science, alternative energy, and finance industry. Our boarding students enjoy two floors of living accommodations, modern bathrooms and living arrangements, wireless connectivity, media centers, study areas, and private dining facilities. The campus is located directly across the street from City College of San Francisco where students can take college-level courses and earn credits towards their academic future.Life at Archbishop Riordan High School is fun! Guided by an experienced boarding staff, students have a chance to explore all that San Francisco has to offer, including hiking, surfing, skiing, attending professional sporting events, and much more!
Department Director: Gary Whitehouse
Number of Dorms: 1
Average Students Per Dorm: 45
No. of Boys Dorms: 1
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Dress Code: Uniform
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Summary: In the Marianist spirit of hospitality, we are committed to fostering the bonds of our school community.The arts are a platform for both creative and analytical development, and the skills learned in these realms help our students build the skills to lead in our media-rich society. Students have the opportunity to further explore the arts through the regular academic curriculum and a variety of co-curricular opportunities including full-length performances, clubs, and art-focused interest groups.It has been the long-standing tradition and philosophy of the Riordan Athletic Department that participation in athletics is an integral part of the education process. Our Athletics program stresses sportsmanship, self-discipline, teamwork, commitment, and self confidence, as well as dealing with success and overcoming adversity. These lessons enrich a student’s academic life while providing a foundation of character and integrity.Our athletics staff, including 24 on campus coaches and a strength and conditioning team, is committed to success on the playing fields and in the classroom.
Arts Department Director: Irman Arcibal
Athletics Department Director: Mike Gilleran
Summary: Preparing students for the next phase of their educational career is a top priority. In addition to a challenging academic curriculum, students begin their college exploration early by meeting with divisional counselors who explain the search and selection process. The counselors also explain the requirements of a college application, including essay writing, standardized testing, and financial aid. Parent education about the college process is also a key component of our program.
Department Director: Melissa Nagar
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 95.00%
Summary: Camp Crusader has been a San Francisco summertime staple for more than four decades. Held every year at Archbishop Riordan High School, we offer many different courses, ensuring that you will be able to find one that your child will be sure to love. From our classic Crusader Sports Camp to our newer San Francisco tech camps, we cover the full spectrum of summer camp experiences.http://crusader.camp/
Department Director: Guillermo Malcapin