Business Details
Your Catholic College Prep High School in Cincinnati
Founded to provide accessible Catholic education, DePaul Cristo Rey combines rigorous college preparatory academics with a unique Corporate Work Study Program. Our mission, rooted in the values of the Sisters of Charity, empowers students from diverse economic backgrounds through a curriculum designed to foster academic excellence, character development, and community service. Partnering with local businesses and families, we ensure 100% college readiness while offering financial accessibility through a tuition assistance model.With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, our strategic vision prioritizes student growth, community impact, and lifelong leadership. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to nurturing individual potential, supported by a network of mentors and community partners committed to student success.
Services
College Preparatory Curriculum
Corporate Work Study Program
Student Life Activities
Financial Aid Programs
Service Learning Initiatives
Highlights and features
- We offer a 100% college preparatory curriculum with career-focused work experience.
- Our Corporate Work Study Program partners with 100+ local businesses for student development.
- 97% of student-workers meet or exceed job performance expectations.
- We provide tuition assistance to all students through a unique funding model.
- Our graduates achieve a 90% college enrollment rate within one year of graduation.
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Services
Corporate Work Study Program
Our Corporate Work Study Program partners with 100+ local businesses to provide students with professional work experience. Students develop career skills while contributing to their education costs. The program integrates classroom learning with real-world applications in fields like business, healthcare, and technology.
College Preparatory Curriculum
Our 100% college preparatory curriculum follows Ohio state standards while emphasizing critical thinking and college readiness. Students receive personalized college advising from 9th through 12th grade, with 90% enrolling in higher education within one year of graduation.
Student Life Activities
We offer 25 athletic and co-curricular programs including 8 sports teams and service organizations. Activities promote leadership development, teamwork, and community engagement through retreats, service projects, and wellness initiatives.
Financial Aid Programs
Through our unique funding model, every student receives tuition assistance. Donations and work study program revenue cover 65% of educational costs, with families paying only 35% of tuition regardless of income level.
Service Learning Initiatives
Students complete annual service requirements through local organizations and national mission trips. Programs include Appalachia service projects, Washington D.C. advocacy trips, and Pine Ridge Reservation outreach, fostering social responsibility and civic engagement.
People
Jim Watkins
President and CEO of Triversity Construction
Jim Watkins leads Triversity Construction's participation in the Corporate Work Study Program, mentoring students in construction careers while supporting educational equity through business partnerships.
Sister Marcel
Awards Recipient
Sister Marcel received the Founders Leadership Award for her contributions to Catholic education and commitment to student development through the Cristo Rey Network's mission.
Stephanie McManus
English Teacher
Stephanie McManus teaches English at DPCR, utilizing creative freedom and resources to develop student literacy and critical thinking skills within a supportive academic environment.
Sparkle Worley
Vice President of Advancement
Sparkle Worley directs advancement initiatives including planned giving and scholarship programs, ensuring financial sustainability while maintaining the school's commitment to accessible education.
Lisa Muething
Director of Special Events
Lisa Muething manages admissions and sponsorship programs, connecting donors with students through the Sponsor-A-Student initiative while organizing community engagement events.
Questions
What makes your work study program unique?
Our Corporate Work Study Program partners with 100+ local businesses, providing professional experience while covering 65% of educational costs through student earnings.
How do you support college readiness?
We offer personalized college advising from 9th grade, 100% college preparatory curriculum, and guaranteed college acceptance through Cristo Rey Network partnerships.
What financial assistance options exist?
All students receive tuition assistance through our funding model, with families paying 35% of costs. Additional support includes Ohio tax credit donations and monthly giving programs.
What service opportunities are available?
Students complete 10 annual service hours through local organizations, national mission trips, and campus ministry programs focusing on social justice and community development.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through PowerSchool, parent-teacher conferences, and volunteer opportunities, with Spanish-language support for non-English speaking families.
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