Providence Catholic School is a

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, college preparatory school for girls in

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. It is accredited by the

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History

The

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(CDP), who had founded Our Lady of the Lake College (now University), established Providence High School as a girls' high school on September 4, 1951, with a broad selection of courses taught by 22

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. In 1993, Providence High School was incorporated, and established a decision-making board of directors that includes CDP sisters and civic leaders, educators and others. In fall of 2005, Providence added a Middle School for girls grades 6-8. It was renamed in 2008 to Providence Catholic School.

Academics

Providence Catholic School offers 13 Advanced Placement courses including AP Biology and Chemistry. Providence also offers electives such as Broadcast Journalism and an Intern program. A variety of visual and performing arts courses are available.

Athletics

Students elect to participate in various competitive athletic activities, from

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to cross country to

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and

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. Two of the more recent sports additions are tennis and swimming.

Faculty and staff

Providence hosts a faculty of 34, including members of the CDP and lay teachers.

Notes and references

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