Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez | Archdiocese of Philedelphia
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is organizing a Universal Visitation Day for its high schools across the five-county region. This event, scheduled for March 20, 2025, invites seventh-grade students to explore one of the sixteen high schools within the archdiocese.
The initiative aims to provide prospective high school students with an opportunity to tour campuses, meet administrators and teachers, engage with current students, and participate in activities showcasing each school's academic offerings. The visitation is open not only to students from parish, regional, and Independence Mission Schools but also includes those from public, charter, cyber, and private schools.
Each participating school has outlined specific events for the day:
- **Archbishop Wood High School** in Bucks County will host future Vikings from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., featuring campus tours and a pep rally.
- **Bishop Shanahan High School** in Chester County welcomes visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., offering insights into life as a Shanahan Eagle.
- **Archbishop John Carroll High School** in Delaware County will conduct its event from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., providing an overview of student life at Carroll.
- **Lansdale Catholic High School** in Montgomery County opens its doors from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., allowing attendees to experience life as a Crusader.
- In Philadelphia County South, **Saints Neumann Goretti High School** invites potential Saints from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., including special classes and presentations by the orchestra.
- **Archbishop Ryan High School** in Philadelphia County North hosts its event from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., starting with prayer and breakfast followed by various class activities.
This visitation day provides an immersive experience for seventh graders considering their future educational paths within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's network of high schools.