We are

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 For over 60 years, Brother Rice High School
has been fostering a community of faith, where each young man
is accepted, recognized, valued, and challenged to
“Act Manfully in Christ Jesus.”
Our success is a result of many components: a student’s hard work,
parental involvement, a dedicated and caring faculty
and coaching staff, and a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
A single gender environment allows young men
to flourish in a setting conducive to their specific learning styles.
They are challenged with a hands-on, dynamic learning
environment which encourages them to work to their highest potential,
thus creating positive learning strategies that remain
with our students throughout their academic and career experiences.

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 “Learning at Brother Rice is different
from anything I’ve experienced.
I enjoy coming to school every day
where I know the teachers truly care
about my academic progress and
are pushing me to be my best.”

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Brother Rice commits itself to preparing our

students for college and beyond. Our school offers
three levels of curriculum to challenge and inspire
our young men: APEX/Honors, PREP and Focus.
Each student’s schedule is customized to challenge
and strengthen the skills of that student. Brother
Rice is a leader in preparing high school students
for post-secondary education.

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We are Academic
S i n g l e G e n d e r At m o sph e r e
• All-male classes provides unique learning advantages
• Teachers tailor instruction to the way boys learn best
• Focus on “hands-on learning”

S TE M P r o g rams
• affiliated school with 1:1 Chromebook program
• 3 year engineering program partnered with “Project
Lead the Way”
• NEW aerospace engineering class
• The BR Robotics Team placed 9th in the world!
• Big school resources, small school “feel’

C u s to m i z e d L e ar n i n g Exp e r i e n c e
• Each schedule is tailored to the individual student
using research from his entrance exam, grammar
school records, and parental input
• Resource Center for “extra help”
• “Crusader Cares” - an after school homework club
with tutoring options
• Results driven approach - The average student sees
a 4 point growth in ACT scores during his time at BR!

t hr e e l e v e l s o f c u rr i c u lu m

APEX/Honors High level students - multiple AP/dual credit opportunities

PREP Majority of students - tiered classes designed to unlock
potential in students
FOCUS Students excel in smaller classes with specialized
teachers and further support

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 C hr i s t i a n S e rv i c e
• Over 15,000 service hours
performed
• Fundraising opportunities
for various causes supported
throughout our community
and the world
• “Love Without Borders” - Each
homeroom sponsors a student’s
tuition in a Cambodian village
S ch o o l M ass e s & R e t r e at s
• All-school liturgies celebrated
• Annual retreat program for
freshmen and sophomores
• KAIROS retreat for upperclass-
men is regularly cited by
graduates as their most
rewarding experience during
their time at Brother Rice
E d m u n d R i c e C amp
• A summer camp for
neighborhood children that
builds self-esteem, confidence,
and spirituality which is
facilitated by BR students
• Incredible LEADERSHIP
opportunity

Brother Rice high school, established by the Christian Brothers, has successfully educated
young men and guided them to live out the Essential Elements of the Christian Brothers’ Education for
over 60 years. The experiences we provide for our students strengthen their faith and build compassion
through service projects, retreats and all-school Masses. “Act Manfully in Christ Jesus” is practiced every
6 day throughout our school.
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spiritual
“The Edmund Rice Camp has been a great way to
give back to the marginalized within our community,
meet new classmates and expand upon friendships,
as well as develop leadership skills that I will take
with me when I leave Brother Rice.”

To m D u r k i n ‘19

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 We are
athletic
“The excellence that exists at
Brother Rice doesn’t end in the
classroom. Our coaches hold us
accountable and teach us to be
leaders on and off the field all
while competing at the
highest level.”

Dav i d O ’ K e e f F e ‘ 1 9

Pictured: David O’Keeffe ‘19, Danny Doligale ‘19

and Marquise Kennedy ‘19

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 18 varsity
sports
Baseball
Basketball
Bass Fishing
Bowling
Cross Country

excellence on the playing field Diving

Football
and in the classroom go hand in hand.
Golf
Athletic programs prepare students to
transfer their dedication and hard work Hockey

from the classroom to the playing field. Lacrosse

As a member of the famed Chicago Rugby
Catholic League, Brother Rice has built a Soccer
proud tradition of athletic achievement • 21 members of the BR class of 2018 signed
Swimming
to continue their athletic careers in college
with 25 state championships and over
Tennis
150 league titles. • 8 Division 1 athletes in the Class of ‘18
Track and Field
Volleyball
We are very proud to have many athletes excelling on the collegiate scene.
Water Polo
Marcus Jones - Northern Illinois University Josh Niego – St. Xavier University Wrestling
Ricky Smalling - University of Illinois Michael Massey - University of Illinois
Mitch Strahlman - Michigan State University

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Jones Smalling Massey Strahlman Niego
 leaders in STEM
A “Project Lead the Way” school
affiliated school
3-year engineering program
with 1:1
Now offering aerospace engineering Chromebook
program

Robotics Team placed

9th internationally
Partnered with Shedd Aquarium

3D printers and VEX equipment available

STEM diploma

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Illinois State
27
AP Scholars
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AP Courses
10 Scholars (Passed 3 or more AP Tests) Offered
 60+ Years
$
17 Million of Tradition
earned in college scholarships

20,000+
85% Alumni
of students accepted to 1st
or 2nd choice of college
670
Students
30 verage ACT score APEX
A
(all honors)

24 all students
Average ACT score 1 Family

7 750+
Dual Credit College College Credit
Courses Offered Hours Earned 11
 Extra-curricular
Activities
Advocacy Club
Ambassador Club
Art Club
Chess Club/Chess Team
Dance Committee
Diabetic Support Group
Diversity Club
Drama Club
Edmund Rice Society
Fishing Club
French Club
Gameday Crew (BRTV)
German Club
Intramurals
Floor Hockey and Tennis
Investment Club
Kairos
E n d l e ss Opp o rt u n i t i e s
Liturgy Group
We are proud of the fact that 93% of the students participate in
Marching Band
extra-curricular activities. Our programs help students develop leadership
National Honor Society qualities, self-direction and motivation. With over 30 clubs offered, every
Office Aides student can find a place to get involved and discover his talents.
Peer Ministry
C ru sa d e r “ C ra z i e s ”
Politics Club
The ‘Crusader Crazies’ are the epitome of the BRotherhood that exists at
Programming/ Brother Rice!
Coding Club
Robotics Club
S.A.D.D.
Sailing Club
Scholastic Bowl
Senior Prom brother rice offers its students various ways to get involved.
Spanish Club There are so many opportunities for students to explore their interests
Student Council
and discover what they are passionate about. Our activities, clubs and
societies allow all of our students to develop Rice Pride.
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“Brother Rice’s extra-curricular clubs
and programs allow you to put your
education to work. I have learned
professional skills like public speaking
and meeting strict deadlines, while
gaining hands-on experience with
professional broadcasting equipment.
BRTV has led me to building stronger
relationships, not only with my fellow
students, but with the faculty and
the entire Brother Rice community.
My nights spent on the sidelines of
Brother Rice are some of my greatest
memories as a Crusader!”

Pat M c Ga n n ‘ 1 9

We are
involved
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 “My experience at BR provided me with
a great foundation to succeed on so
many levels - spiritually, academically,
and socially.”

Dav i d M arac i ch ‘ 1 7
University of Dayton School of Business (left)

“The education I received at Brother

Rice allowed me to be admitted into
the prestigious Business Honors
program at the Gies College of
Business. I felt totally prepared for
the demands of a high level business
college thanks to Brother Rice!”

Joe Alvarez ‘17

University of Illinois Gies College of Business (right)

There is a difference between

being accepted into college and
being prepared for the college of
your choice. The values instilled in
Brother Rice students give our young
men an advantage as they enter
college.

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We are prepared
we are exceptional
Co l l eg e B o u n d
• 96% of graduates attending college
• College Prep focus with four years of math, science,
English & theology
• 4 year counseling program guiding student
through college process

Co l l eg e C r e d i t Opp o rt u n i t i e s
• 14 Advanced Placement (AP) courses offered
• 7 Dual credit college courses offered in conjunction
with St. Xavier University, St. Mary’s (MN), Loyola University
and Moraine Valley Community College

2017 - 2 0 18 s c h oo l y e a r s tat s
• Over $17 million earned in college scholarships
$106,000 - average award per graduate!
• 85% of students go to their 1st or 2nd choice of college
• Average ACT for APEX (all honors) students: 30
• Average ACT for all students: 24
• 29 Illinois State Scholars
• 27 AP Scholars
• 900+ College credit hours earned

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YOUR future
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entrance requirements
and placement
• All incoming freshmen are
required to take the High School
Placement Exam on December
1, 2018, at 8:00 a.m. The fee set
by the Archdiocese is $25 for all
Catholic high schools.
• 95-99% National Score -
Edmund Rice Scholar awarded
$3000 per year (with 3.9 GPA)
• 90-94% National Score -
Waterford Scholar awarded
$1500 freshman year
Directors of Admissions
Tim O’Connell ‘03
773-429-4312
toconnell@brrice.org
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Tuition
Tuition for the 2018-2019 school year is $12,000. Brother Rice of-
fers a $750 discount for each additional sibling. A $500
discount is available to families enrolled at Brother Rice and
Mother McAuley. An early payment discount, as well as a
monthly payment plan, is available.
S ch o l arsh i ps a n d F i n a n c i a l A ss i s ta n c e P r o g rams
• Brother Rice is committed to making high-quality Catholic
education affordable to students by allocating funds for
need-based financial assistance, as well as scholarships that
recognize student achievements.
• Numerous scholarships based off the entrance exam,
grammar school records, leadership, family background,
and financial status
• Currently over 35% of Brother Rice families receive financial
assistance.
• The average award per family for the 2018-2019 academic
year is $2000.
Bobby Frasor ‘05 Matt Prunckle ‘04
773- 429-4332 773-429-4339
bfrasor@brrice.org mpruckle@brrice.org
open houses
Sunday, October 14th
Sunday, November 4th
Wednesday, November 28th
“Last Look”
visit brother rice
Schedule a shadow day or
campus tour any day at
Brother Rice.org/Shadow
Friday, September 28th
Homecoming Shadow Day
Friday, October 5th
Columbus Day Shadow
Monday, October 8th
Columbus Day Shadow
Monday, February 18th
7th Grade Presidents Day Shadow
7th - 8th grade fall events
Party in the End Zone vs. St. Rita
Friday, September 28th
Academic Bowl
Saturday, October 13th
8th Grade Math Contest
Saturday, November 3rd
Robotics Clinic
Saturday, November 10th
Crusader Clash
Tuesday, November 20th
entrance exam
Saturday, December 1st
$25, #2 pencils, NO calculator
Pre-registration available at BrotherRice.org
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 We are Crusaders.
We are Exceptional.

Brother Rice High School

10001 South Pulaski Road
Chicago, IL 60655
773.429.4300

BrotherRice.org /BrotherRice @BrotherRice @WeAreBR @BrotherRice