WHEELING CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
2011-2012
75-14th Street
Wheeling, West Virginia 26003
FAX 304-233-3187
www.cchsknights.org
Julie Shively, Principal
LIVING OUR FAITH
HISTORY AND MISSION
Wheeling Central Catholic High School has been educating young men and women since 1865. The school has always been a vital part of the East Wheeling downtown area, and remains an integral part of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston campus which includes the Cathedral of St. Joseph, the Diocesan Offices, and the Chancery.
Central's overriding mission is to provide all students with an outstanding education within a Christ centered environment so that they "think and act like Christ."
ACADEMIA
With an exceptional, faith-filled academic program for grades 9 – 12, Wheeling Central boasts a 21st Century Learning Environment supported by the latest technology and laboratory facilities. Dedicated teachers, staff, and administrators serve a gifted student body, preparing them for the next step in their academic and career lives.
Wheeling Central offers a rigorous course curriculum that challenges and motivates students. Every student, from a first-day freshman to a last-day senior, takes a full schedule of classes each year. The students graduate with 28 credits, three more than required by the state.
Central offers AP classes in A/B Calculus, B/C Calculus, and Chemistry. Additionally, it partners with Wheeling Jesuit University, West Liberty University, and West Virginia Northern Community College to allow seniors to enroll in college classes for dual credit – high school and college – that transfers to the college or university in which the students will matriculate upon graduation.
SPIRITUALITY
To complement Central’s strong academic curriculum, an extensive campus ministry program and chaplaincy helps students live their Catholic faith by providing the opportunity to participate in myriad community service projects each year.
Central Catholic’s steadfast goal is to transmit the message and way of life of Jesus Christ from one generation to the next. The goal is reinforced by daily prayer, religious education classes, weekly Masses in the school, frequent liturgy and penance at St. Joseph Cathedral, an extensive retreat program and regular interaction with priests, religious, and lay persons who provide a solid and holy example. to complement and challenge our Catholic students.Central welcomes all students who desire to learn within a faith-based environment.
ATHLETIC PROGRAM
Wheeling Central Maroon Knights are well known throughout the Mountain State for their outstanding athletic achievements. Sports Illustrated named Wheeling Central Catholic as the finest athletic program in West Virginia. Central students live out their faith on the field through teamwork, sportsmanship, and perserverence. This is born out by our 26 Championship titles in the last ten years, the most recent occurred November 2011 when our football team won the state championship title!