Bishop Gorman Catholic School

It's National Arts in Education week, and at Bishop Gorman, we are celebrating the visual arts today.

Gorman 2010 graduate, Diana Pemberton Kennedy, is an active artist who is currently selling and exhibiting her work. She teaches fiber arts at a community art center in Colorado and also serves as a teacher's assistant for three art teachers at a secondary school. About her arts education at BG, she said, "Lisa McGehee was such a wonderful art teacher! She came when I was in the 7th grade and really opened up the art world to me. She helped me go to VASE for art, do the AP Art program, and even helped me post-graduation when I started teaching art. Having a mentor like her at a young age was key for me."

Current students at BG are able to begin learning the techniques for drawing pencils, charcoal, pastel crayons, watercolor, and pottery beginning in middle school. Throughout high school, students continue to hone their craft while learning about great artists in history. These young artists are encouraged to find purpose and meaning in their art as they explore different media. Students can compete in local, regional, state, and national competitions, such as VASE, TAPPS, Regional Scholastic Art, and take the AP Art exam through the College Board.

Please encourage and congratulate these fine artists as they develop the skills and talents God has given them.

We also ask for the intercession of St. Catherine of Bologna, patron saint of artists.

Why Arts in Education?

“In the beginning, God created…”

Numerous studies show that the fine and performing arts increase test scores, student success, graduation rates, overall wellness and belonging, and that they encourage critical thinking and collaboration. At a Catholic, liberal arts, and college preparatory school like Bishop Gorman, our education is about more than just academics. We also focus on the essence of who we are and who we are called to be. This means we explore our personal purpose, incorporating the arts and faith in the journey. As we are made in His image and likeness, we are called to be more like the Creator.

Isaiah 64:8 says, “but now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.”

This week, we celebrate the Arts at Bishop Gorman, including Art, Choir, Orchestra, Photography, Journalism, Industrial Arts and Theater. Check in each day for the latest post.

You've heard of "speed dating," but have you heard of Math Speed Dating? Well that's what students attempted this week in Mr. Calhoun's math class!!

Each student was assigned an equation or inequality to master, becoming an "expert" on their specific problem. Once they felt confident & checked their solutions with the teacher, they paired up with classmates in a "speed dating" format. During these quick exchanges, students shared their equations, and if they needed assistance, they could consult their partner who was the expert on that specific problem. At the end of each round, students checked their solutions together to ensure accuracy before moving on to the next partner. This was a fun, student centered approach that not only reinforced their understanding but also encouraged collaboration and communication among peers.

Learning math is fun at Bishop Gorman!!

#GoCru

In August, Bishop Gorman high school students shared the love of Jesus Christ by donating blood to help the sick.
Thank you Carter Blood Drive for the $500 scholarship.

Ms. Angela Carney's Pre-AP Chemistry students are busy measuring solutions and recording their results. A 2014 alumna of Bishop Gorman, Ms. Carney is in her seventh year of teaching and coaching at the school she once attended, and she is beloved by her students. Last year, her AP students performed exceptionally well on the exam, with one student earning a perfect score of 5, the highest possible score. Colleges and universities may accept AP exams for college credit, thus reducing the cost and time to complete college. Please congratulate Angela Carney for excellence in teaching!

World History Comes Alive with Archaeological Excavation

Students learn to uncover the past through hands-on excavation, gaining experience in archaeology and research while deepening their understanding of world history.

Lonnie Glosson’s AP World History classes have been performing an archaeological excavation for more than a decade, enabling students to sharpen their analytical skills. By researching the time period and using the clues they are given, students try to discover what may have happened at their dig site. The skills they acquire help them prepare their museum exhibit and presentation, and also aid them in further research and writing.

Bishop Gorman's first week of school began with prayer and culminated in The Feast of the Assumption. At BG, students serve in every capacity--alter server, lector, choir, and presentation of the gifts.

MISSION and VISION
Our mission is to graduate young men and women of well-formed Catholic Christian character, virtue, holiness, and living faith who serve every segment of civil and ecclesial society with excellence. Our vision is to prepare and form future saints and missionaries.