High School Readiness
St. Barnabas School is committed to ensuring that all students find the best possible match for their high school experience. This page will guide parents and students through the high school application process and assist families in making the decision that is right for them. In addition to this resource, St. Barnabas offers a 9 session after-school test prep class that is geared towards the Catholic School Entrance Exam. This course includes a Saturday practice exam to prepare for the real exam day. This year, the class will be live-streamed for any e-Learners that would like to participate. Registration for this optional class is due to Mrs. Lisa Sarcinella by October 1, 2020.
High School Options List
High School Application Quick Facts & Timeline
Advice for Choosing a High School
- Consider your student’s unique strengths, interests and struggles
- Have open conversations with your student to gain insight on their opinion of the high school decision
- Attend open houses
- Schedule a shadow day for your student (if offered)
- Research high school programs before ruling them out
- Consider and discuss backup plans with your student
- Stay Positive! Every student will find their right match and it will all work out in the end!

Important Dates & High School Open Houses
- Open House Dates by High School
- Brother Rice
- De La Salle Institute
- DePaul College Prep
- Fenwick High School
- Holy Trinity High School
- Josephinium Academy
- Loyola Academy
- Marist High School
- Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School
- Mount Carmel High School
- Notre Dame College Prep
- Regina Dominican High School
- Resurrection College Prep
- St. Ignatius College Prep
- St. Laurence High School
- St. Patrick High School
- St. Rita of Cascia High School
- Trinity High School
High School Scholarship Opportunities
- HFS Chicago Scholars - Due Nov 15
- Daniel Murphy Scholarship Foundation - Due Oct 16
- LINK Unlimited - Application opens Oct 1, due Nov 23
- High Sight Scholar - Application will be available in February
- Big Shoulders Fund