HGP News
![Trish O’Connor wins University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1634922013/holyghost/zdmpaintnq86ebnca8pw/031120_HGP_187.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1634922013/holyghost/zdmpaintnq86ebnca8pw/031120_HGP_187.jpg","width":450}])
Trish O’Connor, Ph.D. (pictured) has been selected by the University of Chicago to receive an Outstanding Educator Award. Dr. O’Connor was nominated by Tomas Vallejo, a 2021 HGP graduate who is a freshman majoring in political science at the University of Chicago.
![Making a global impact]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1634902905/holyghost/epjlpitih8m0m4xcwlcv/Alain-Mayama-wide-1024x544SIZED.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1634902905/holyghost/epjlpitih8m0m4xcwlcv/Alain-Mayama-wide-1024x544SIZED.jpg","width":425}])
During their October 2021 Spiritans General Chapter meetings in Tanzania, the Spiritans elected the Rev. Alain Mayama, C.S.Sp. (pictured) as the new Superior General of the Congregation. In addition, the Spiritans also announced that Rev. Jeffrey Duaime ’76, C.S.Sp. has been named one of two new General Assistants to Fr. Mayama.
![HGP senior Calen Sanderson captures 2021 PIAA District 1 golf title]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633631895/holyghost/y66luk3ejn3kxcks8gqf/FA9f4jPVgAAUqT_.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633631895/holyghost/y66luk3ejn3kxcks8gqf/FA9f4jPVgAAUqT_.jpg","width":325}])
HGP senior Calen Sanderson (pictured) sank a 17-foot putt on the second playoff hole to defeat Downingtown West sophomore Nick Gross and capture the 2021 PIAA District 1 3A boys golf individual title on October 5 at Turtle Creek Golf Course in Limerick, Pa.
![Holy Ghost Prep opens alumni online store]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633540615/holyghost/jsy8a7k1k2rlftekarkf/KampusKlothessafe_image.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633540615/holyghost/jsy8a7k1k2rlftekarkf/KampusKlothessafe_image.jpg","width":450}])
Holy Ghost Prep has partnered with Kampus Klothes Team Outfitters to run a series of online general stores for HGP families and alumni interested in purchasing new Holy Ghost spirit wear. HGP’s first alumni store is now open, and an online holiday store for current families will open shortly.
![Teeing off for HGP athletics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633621163/holyghost/fpm9ospybtqxiiiefis2/243171366_10165684297885542_5924242620219899344_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633621163/holyghost/fpm9ospybtqxiiiefis2/243171366_10165684297885542_5924242620219899344_n.jpg","width":425}])
On September 27, ninety-eight golfers participated in the 2021 HGP Golf Classic at The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale. Thanks to the generosity of the golfers and the event’s sponsors, the annual HGP Golf Classic raised $43,525 in proceeds for HGP athletics.
![Two HGP students become Eagle Scouts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633530303/holyghost/xakjdc97aaoqh9ckjtlk/EaglescoutspictureFall2021.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633530303/holyghost/xakjdc97aaoqh9ckjtlk/EaglescoutspictureFall2021.jpg","width":400}])
Holy Ghost Prep students Chris Markert and Cole Papouschek recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank anyone can receive in the Boys Scouts of America.
Why HGP?
At Holy Ghost Prep, classes are small, so interaction is a given. With a 9-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, our unmatched faculty will get to personally know each student, as well as his hopes and dreams. All of our graduates go to college, so students leave Ghost perfectly equipped to make those dreams come true.
Signature HGP Programs
Forensics
Our forensics program, led by Pat McGhee, is a national power that has produced over 100 individual state champions and 27 individual national champions.
Robotics Program
Holy Ghost Prep’s Robotics students use the Engineering Design Process to design and build VEX robots for competition.
LEAP
Our one-of-a-kind Leadership Externship Advantage Program (LEAP) partners Holy Ghost Prep juniors with alumni who have succeeded in the professional world.
Service Immersion
HGP students learn to serve others on school-sponsored mission trips to the Dominican Republic, Tanzania, and West Virginia.
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