Introduction
The Central Catholic High school community believes that we are called by the Diocese of Pittsburgh, our parents and our students to provide a quality Catholic education in a formal academic setting. In response to this call, we share our faith by forming a Christian community committed to the Gospel message of justice, concern and respect. We believe that we fulfill our mission by challenging each student to attain his individual potential, and by assisting each student in developing Christian values and the skills necessary for responsible living in the present and future world.
Central Catholic is a college preparatory school with a
curriculum designed to equip the student with the necessary skills and
knowledge needed to continue his education at the
post-secondary level.
Required courses are offered on various levels of academic ability.
Honors courses are available in the Religion, English, Social Studies, Math, Science, and Foreign Language departments.
An Advanced Placement program offers courses to upperclassmen in English, U.S. History, European History, Economics, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Spanish.
Students are required to complete a four-year religious education program, encouraging them to embrace Christian values and practices.
College in High School
In conjunction with Duquesne University, the University of Pittsburgh, and LaRoche College, upperclassmen have the opportunity to take courses through concurrent enrollment which enables them to receive college credit. Students who complete these courses will receive transcripts from the university that often are transferable to other colleges and universities. Central Catholic offers concurrent enrollment courses in Critical Writing, Speech and Debate, Calculus, C++, Chemistry, Biology, Intermediate Spanish, U.S. History, and Art.
