Name: Providence Catholic School
Address: 1215 North St. Mary's St. San Antonio, Texas 78215
County: Bexar
District: San Antonio Independent School District
Phone Number: 210-224-6651
Fax: 210-224-6214
Website: www.providencehs.net
EMail: ccerdedo@providencehs.net
President: Anne Bristol
School Type: Catholic/ all girls
Founded: 1951 by the Congregation of Divine Providence
Ages/Grades: Grades 6 - 12
Setting: Urban
School Size: 350
Student/Teacher ratio: 15/1
Tuition: $7,683 for High School and $5,110 for Middle School
Financial Aid: Yes - $230,000 per year
Departments: Theology, English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, Visual and Performing Arts, Technology, Physical Education
Curriculum: College Preparatory with 9 approved Advanced Placement courses and dual credit opportunities
% of Graduating Class: 100%
Support Services: Academic Counseling, Personal Counseling, Health Coordinator, Food Service, Library, Academic Tutoring
Camp Programs: Yes
Afterschool Programs: Yes
School Championships: Providence High School has 8 competitive sports and the Middle School Division has 4. The high school has annual state qualifiers in cross country and track as well as playoff appearances in volley ball and softball
School Clubs: There are 11 active organizations on campus ranging from Student Council and National Honor Society in both divisions to Environmental and Computer clubs
Parking Space/Availability: 60 student spaces
Uniform Guidelines: Uniforms are required in both divisions and are purchased through Parker Uniforms

More than 100 networked computers on campus with Internet connectivity. There are also interactive white boards used in many classrooms. Providence is the only Catholic high school in town to offer Broadcast Journalism along with newspaper and yearbook communications. – all of which are web based and completely digital.

High School Technology:
Using a windows-based operating system, students learn end-user software skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and desktop publishing or programming. Students also learn computer networking concepts, basic computer repair techniques and configuration of many software operating systems. The chief objective is to provide students with the computer skills necessary to function proficiently in a technology-dominated society. One credit of computers is required for graduation.

Preparatory Technology:
Preparatory Computer Technology is so much a part of each student's learning at Providence Preparatory that it is difficult to limit it to a course selection. However, 8th grade students do take a BCIS course that satisfies a prerequisite for technology courses in the high school. Students use the computer lab and computers in the library for research. They generate Power Point presentations for classes and submit final copies of essays and projects using the Microsoft Word and Publisher programs.

Core Values and Beliefs
- Providence High School , its students, faculty, and staff are committed to the following:
- A Providence education fosters academic excellence through a rigorous program of study tempered by support and love which prepares each student to succeed personally, professionally, and spiritually.
- The curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs encourage the development of leadership potential in all students.
- Excellence requires commitment, dedication and focus.
- Families play a proactive, collaborative role in the successful education of their daughters.
- The Providence community engages in constant learning.

Nourish FAITH in God
We believe…
- Faith provides a moral and spiritual foundation for achievement and academic success.
- Nurturing the faith of students through prayer, theological studies, retreats, and service fosters a sense of community.
- All students should become self-aware and responsible young women who have pride in their womanhood and choose to be of service to others.
- All teachers should model and support Catholic values and morals.

Practice INTEGRITY
We believe…
- Our learning environment promotes self-respect and self-confidence, while supporting the development of each girl's talents.
- The learner is at the center of the teaching / learning process.
- Students learn to critically assess their choices and accept responsibility for their actions.
- All students should be respected as unique and valuable with God-given talents and potential for success.

Work for JUSTICE
We believe…
- Students should be informed of the needs in the local and global community.
- Students are given the opportunities to be active participants in seeking justice, peace, and freedom.
- Inclusivity and diversity are integral to our community.
- Respectful teaching provides both challenge and praise.
- Learning best happens in a safe environment of mutual trust, fairness, respect and support.

Prospective students are evaluated upon the following:

•  Middle school or high school transcripts

•  Standardized test scores

•  High School Placement Test scores (freshmen) 

•  Entrance Essay

•  Personal and teacher recommendations

Providence High School , a Catholic college preparatory institution for young women, which is sponsored by the Congregation of Divine Providence, provides a program of academic excellence grounded in faith and trust in a Provident God. Providence prepares young women of diverse backgrounds for the world of tomorrow and encourages them to develop intellectual curiosity, deepen their faith, practice integrity, and seek justice.

Providence High School was founded by the Congregation of Divine Providence in 1951.  In the fall of 1991, Providence High School was separately incorporated and the Congregation became the Sponsor of the high school rather than the owner.  The Board was given the responsibility for the welfare and the on-going mission of the school.  Certain powers are reserved to the Members of the Corporation (The Council of the Congregation). These powers are listed in The Articles of Corporation.

A college preparatory school for girls

Accredited by Texas Catholic Conference Education Department and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Member of The College Board

Honors, AP, and dual credit courses in all disciplines