Type Private, Coeducational Established 1966 President Michael L. Prato Tuition 12,876 USD Mascot Lancers | Religious affiliation(s) Roman Catholic Oversight Archdiocese of Seattle Principal Nancy Bradish Phone +1 206-246-0500 Colors Scarlet, White, Navy Blue | |
Address 140 S 140th St, Burien, WA 98168, USA Similar Highline High School, Renton High School, Seattle Preparato School, O'Dea High School, Bishop Blanchet High Sch Profiles | ||
John F. Kennedy Catholic High School is a private, Catholic high school in Burien, Washington, located in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle.
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Profile
Kennedy Catholic was established in 1966 and is one of three Diocesan operated high schools in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle. Kennedy Catholic was known as John F. Kennedy Memorial High School, but changed its name with the beginning of the 2009/2010 academic year in order to reflect its Catholic roots.
The Program
When in school, students have the opportunity to earn up to 48 college credits, and are also able to be a part of the Honors Program which includes studies in Religion, the Arts, English, World Languages, Math, Social Studies and Science. All these programs are coordinated through the Aquinas Honors Department at Kennedy Catholic.
Mother Theresa Program
MT students take JFK classes as needed.
International program
Provides an academic year for foreign students who wish to study in the United States. Students learn the language and culture of the US and have the opportunity to become participants in the school and community. All international students attending Kennedy High School must reside in the dormitory or with a guardian or host family. No student, regardless of age, may reside alone.
Currently there are 85 students from 11 different countries attending Kennedy.
Ministries
KOOCS (Kids Offering Others Care and Support) - Cook breakfast and visit with the homeless two Saturdays per month.
St. Vincent de Paul Society - Coordinates the JFK Advent Food Drive and Lenten Rice Bowl collection, sponsors projects for the needy with other Catholic high schools, and supports the adopted Mission Church of La Guardia, Bolivia.
Hunger Retreat - Students fast annually from solid food for 24 hours, get pledges for the meals missed, and donate the proceeds to eight South King County groups who help the hungry and homeless.
Human Relations Coordinators - Representatives from each class plan assemblies and programs to further understanding among the various cultures present at JFK. Senior leaders work with the Campus Ministry Office in conflict resolution when necessary.
Relay For Life- Established in the Fall of 2004, the Relay For Life team at Kennedy engages in the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life in the spring of each school year. Typically participating at the Green Lake Relay For Life in Seattle, the team raises money for cancer research throughout the year, selling shirts, baked goods, and car washes. They then present the money to the society at the Relay, an overnight event that occurs annually. The team is typically led by upperclassmen and involves 20-40 members each year.
Athletics
Kennedy is part of the Cascade Division of the North Puget Sound League within the WIAA's District 3 (West Central) and has won 14 State Titles and over 145 League Titles. The Kennedy Lancers football team has produced some NCAA Division I Prospects in the last few years including University of Washington players Nate Williams and Everette Thompson. Their football team has also had University of Washington's former kick returner Paul Arnold as a student.
Men's Sports
Women's Sports
Performing arts
Choral
Drama
Instrumental
Activities
90% of students participate in a variety of school-sponsored activities/athletics. Students at JFK have the opportunity to be involved in over 40 extracurricular activities.
Intramural Sports
Honors Societies
Campus Ministry