DeMatha Catholic High School, Catholic high school in Prince George's County, United States
Description
DeMatha Catholic High School is a Catholic secondary school in Prince George's County, Maryland, and consists of several buildings with classrooms, laboratories, sports facilities, and spaces for performing arts. The campus spreads across grounds that provide space for daily school operations as well as extracurricular activities.
History
The institution began in 1946 with 18 students in a converted garage known as Fort Necessity and quickly grew into a larger school. The expansion followed rising demand for Catholic education in the region during the postwar years.
Culture
Students attend classes in six different languages and take part in theater productions as well as art projects while experiencing the Catholic traditions of the institution in daily life. The school community maintains an environment that combines academic learning with religious practice and offers young people space for personal development.
Practical
The institution serves around 900 students and organizes transport services for those living farther away. With a ratio of seven students per staff member, the organization enables manageable class sizes and direct contact between teachers and learners.
Did you know?
The basketball team ended Power Memorial's 71-game winning streak in 1965 in a match that drew nationwide attention. This moment brought the institution recognition far beyond the local community and marked a turning point in the region's sports history.
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