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The Knights' Pages - Bishop O'Connell High School

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StrategicinitiativeLaunched in April 2011, <strong>The</strong> Time is Nowis a bold strategic initiative designed torevitalize and transform the school.<strong>The</strong> Timeis NowIn the two years since the launch of <strong>The</strong>Time is Now, over 200 supporters havecommitted almost $6.5 million in supportof this initiative. Nearly all of the projectsidentified as top priorities in 2011 havebeen funded—and many have been completedahead of schedule.Recent DevelopmentsSTEM Programs - We are committed tostrengthening and building on our STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering andMath) curriculum to prepare students forsuccess in college and beyond in STEMrelatedfields. Recent STEM programmaticimprovements include two new state-ofthe-artchemistry labs and the addition ofengineering coursework into the curriculum.Athletics - In partnership with MarymountUniversity, the baseball diamondat Harry “Jake” Jacobs Field has beenreoriented and renovated with new sod, anirrigation system, new fencing, a warningtrack and batting cages. Bleachers, dugouts, a press box and other improvementswill be will be added as funds allow.Auditorium - <strong>The</strong> largest gathering spaceat O’Connell for assemblies, performancesand the celebration of Mass, received amuch-needed upgrade with beautiful newseats in the lower section.<strong>The</strong> Next FundingPriorities—Phase II<strong>The</strong>se Phase II improvements will requirean additional $8.4 million investment infacilities and programs:77Continued investment in our STEM curriculumand renovations to our sciencelabs77Completion of the outdoor athletic facilitiesrenovations with upgrades to thebaseball field and a new outdoor concessionstand77Additional improvements to the auditorium,including new balcony seats, lighting,sound and technology systems, and storagespace for props and scenery77Relocation and expansion of the MullerAcademic Support Center77General building renovations to improveenergy efficiency include replacementof HVAC systems and new classroomwindowsWe are thankful for the many individuals,families and businesses who havepartnered with us through <strong>The</strong> Time isNow strategic initiative. If you wouldlike to know how you can help with theseimportant efforts, please contact KimAubry at kaubry@bishopoconnell.org or call703-237-1447.4

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