St. Anthony of Padua High School (SAHS) is a

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. It is located in the

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. St. Anthony was established in 1874 by the

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Academics

St. Anthony High School offers AP classes in Calculus, Statistics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. Dual enrollment classes through

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include Composition, College Algebra, and Finite Math. In addition, SAHS offers modified classes for those who may need academic assistance in certain areas. SAHS is accredited by the Illinois State Board of Education and the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCACASI), of which SAHS is a member.

Athletics

St. Anthony of Padua competes in the

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(NTC) and is also a member of the

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(IHSA). The teams compete as the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs. The Bulldogs were awarded the Program of the Year by the Decatur Herald & Review after the 2016–17 school year. The school sponsors interscholastic athletic teams for students in bass fishing,

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, cross country,

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, and

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. Boys may also compete in

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, while girls may also compete in

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, and

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. The following teams have competed in the IHSA sponsored state tournaments or meets: The following individuals have won a state title at an IHSA State Tournament or meet:

Extra-curricular programs

St. Anthony High School's extracurricular activities include: * Christian Service Program * Christian Athletes for Christ (Formerly the Fellowship of Christian Athletes) * Spanish Club * Spanish Scholar Bowl * History Club * Scholar Bowl * Chess Club * Chorus * Band * Pep Club * Student Council * National Honor Society * WYSE (World Youth Science and Engineering) * Trap Shooting Team

References

External links

Website
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