By President Joe Therber This year is very important to the future of Scecina. Why? Every year, valued Scecina alumni and friends generously support the school financially – specifically, scholarships, need-based tuition assistance, academics, campus ministry, athletics and clubs, and care of our campus. Annual pledges and gifts for these vital, ongoing activities make up the annual Scecina Fund. This year, while the Scecina Fund continues as it must, we are embarking on a visionary and extra-ordinary initiative to strengthen...
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Why Scecina?
Scecina Memorial High School is a co-educational Catholic college and life preparatory school that motivates our diverse and gifted community of students to attain educational excellence, be lifelong learners, and live as servant leaders in the inspiring footsteps of Father Thomas Scecina.
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Scecina passes $4.5 million toward $6 million capital campaign goal
By President Joe Therber It's official! Last night (Sept. 26) we kicked off the public phase of Our Faith, Our Journey, Our Time, the capital campaign for Scecina Memorial High School. It was the highlight of my 11 years as Scecina's president -- a great night, a great crowd, a great spirit! Several hundred people attended. Thank you! As I announced at the event, we recently passed $4.5 million in commitments toward the $6 million goal for the Our Faith, Our Journey,...
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Big plans for Scecina will be unveiled at Capital Campaign Kickoff Party
By Scecina President Joe Therber Something big is happening at Scecina Memorial High School! We have exciting plans to announce about Scecina’s capital campaign, “Our Faith, Our Journey, Our Time.” You can discover more about what’s happening at the Capital Campaign Kickoff Party on Thursday, September 26, from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Scecina. I know you may have questions about this unique event. Please let me provide some answers. Q. Who’s invited? A. We’ve invited the whole Scecina Community: students,...
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You’re invited: Sept. 26 party will kick off Scecina’s capital campaign
By Scecina President Joe Therber Hello, Scecina Community! I hope your family has experienced a smooth transition into the school year. After a relaxing summer, it’s nice to get back into the school routine. It’s also nice to shake ourselves out of a routine and look forward to something fun. Scecina’s Public Kickoff for our capital campaign will be a party the whole Scecina Community can look forward to and enjoy. Please mark your calendars for the kickoff party on...
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Affordability, Academics, Community Service: Just a Few Reasons to Choose Scecina
By President Joe Therber We know families are serious about education. For a great reason. It is the path to becoming a well-rounded citizen of the world. While I can’t begin to list all of the many excellent reasons to choose Scecina, I’ll list a few here: We’re affordable for your family.We offer a range of impactful financial assistance for which most students qualify, including tuition discounts for participating Catholics and/or for students from Catholic schools, the Indiana state voucher,...
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Scecina Senior Aims High, Will Attend U.S. Air Force Academy
By Beth Murphy, Director of Marketing Communications Scecina senior Andrew Smith has made up his mind: He’s accepted his appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Drew, as he goes by, was nominated to the academy by U.S. Rep. Andre Carson of Indiana this winter and received his appointment in March. He waited until he visited the academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., in late April before making a final decision. It’s quite an achievement. The academy is a challenging environment...
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Discover Opportunities at Scecina
Affordable Catholic Education
More than 90% of Scecina students receive some type of financial assistance to attend. We have scholarships for incoming and current students as well as need-based tuition assistance. We also accept vouchers from the Indiana Choice Scholarship Program.
Educating the Whole Person
We educate the whole student - spirit, mind and body - through four years of theology, challenging academics (such as Advanced Placement, dual-credit and honors courses), and extracurricular activities (20 IHSAA sports, including gymnastics, and club sports such as archery, lacrosse and men’s volleyball).
Community Service
Students have opportunities to serve others at school and in the community through the Campus Ministry’s Christian Service Program, Catholic Theology classes and extracurricular service clubs.
Tech Savvy
Each Scecina student receives a school-owned computer for use during the school year through the 1:1 technology initiative. The computers give students and teachers more flexibility in class and allow the school to offer eLearning days out of the classroom.
Global Awareness
Scecina’s International Student Program promotes international understanding, creates memorable and diverse learning opportunities, transforms critical intercultural perspectives and nurtures global connections from the Catholic perspective.
A Diverse Environment
Scecina is a diverse school where all are welcome. Our 2018-19 student population is 13.3% black; 4.9% Asian; 30% Hispanic; 46.1% white; 5.2% multiracial; and 0.5% other.
We Are Crusaders
Katelyn Hartman, Class of 2019
Attending Ohio State University
Katelyn Hartman, Class of 2019
Attending Ohio State University
Attending Ohio State University
"My four years at Scecina were nothing like I expected. I received so much more than an education. Within the school, I found a lifelong community that helped me discover my place in the world."
Drew Smith, Class of 2019
Attending U.S. Air Force Academy
Drew Smith, Class of 2019
Attending U.S. Air Force Academy
Attending U.S. Air Force Academy
"Scecina gave me the opportunity to form new friendships, prepare me for my future, and it helped me be more involved in the school community."
Tavon Middlebrook, Class of 2019
Attending Taylor University
Tavon Middlebrook, Class of 2019
Attending Taylor University
Attending Taylor University
"Transferring to Scecina was one of the best decisions of my life. I'm happy I came because I now feel a lot more prepared for what college life will be like."
Upcoming Events
Fall Break
October 14 @ 8:00 am - October 18 @ 3:00 pmLate Arrival at 9:30 am-Professional Development Day-
October 21 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pmFather Scecina Mass
October 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Scecina is proud to be named after Father Thomas Scecina, whose life story continues to inspire people throughout the world.
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