For Students Grades 10-12 in 2023-2024

This website is a way for students currently in Grades 9-11 and their parents to plan ahead, with information about unique class offerings, academic programs and other opportunities that may be of interest.
 
Director of Academic Services Dr. James Gutowski has recorded videos about course offerings and course requirements. You will also find detailed information about college planning, next year's schedule, VECTOR program, summer opportunities, service and more.
 
After reading through the information on this page, please feel free to reach out to any of the counselors or Dr. Gutowski with questions.

COUNSELING STAFF

Mrs. Meagan "Meg" Fowler '06
Director of Student Support Services
(440) 473-8000 x5002
fowlerm@gilmour.org
 
Mrs. Samantha "Sammy" Froimson '09
Director of Upper School Counseling
(440) 473-8000 x3008
froimsons@gilmour.org
 
Ms. Alison Meehan
School Counselor, US
(440) 473-8000 x3010
meehana@gilmour.org
 
Ms. Rebecca "Becky" Reidy
Associate Director of Residence Life Counseling
(440) 473-8000 x3004
reidyr@gilmour.org
Courses & Scheduling

Course Catalog

 

CONTACT

James Gutowski, Ph.D.
Director of Academic Services
(440) 473-8138
gutowskij@gilmour.org
 
 
Summer Courses

List of 4 items.

  • Cleveland: Mirror of America

    Proctors: Dr. James Gutowski, Director of Academic Services; Instructor in Latin, US
    This course will study pivotal moments in American history by focusing on Cleveland as a microcosm of the United States. We begin by looking at the entrepreneurial endeavors of Moses Cleaveland and Alfred Kelley before moving into a study of the effects of the second industrial revolution which turned Cleveland into the fifth-largest city in the United States by 1930. The class will then shift its focus to the post-World War II era to learn about suburbanization, deindustrialization and efforts at rebirth. This class fulfills part of the Social Studies graduation requirement.
  • Health (Virtual)

    Proctors: Dr. James Gutowski, Director of Academic Services; Instructor in Latin, US
    Ms. Meagan Fowler, Director, Student Support Services
    This is a comprehensive health course, covering topics of mental and emotional health, nutrition and physical activity, social health and relationships, sexual health, personal health and disease, substances and abuse, and injury prevention and safety. This class is graded on a pass/fail basis – students must earn a minimum score of 70% to pass. Because this course is 100% virtual, students may complete the work whenever convenient to them. Final exams must be proctored by Ms. Fowler or Dr. Gutowski. All final exams must be completed by August 5. This class fulfills the Health graduation requirement.
  • Learning Skills

    Instructor: Whitney Daly, Chief Mission Integration Officer
    This class prepares incoming ninth graders for high school curriculum. Students will examine their learning styles and develop skills in time management, organization, note taking, studying and test taking. The course will also explore the importance of critical thinking, problem solving and active reading.
  • Speech

    Instructor: Dr. Linda Monitello, Instructor in Theology
    This class is designed to help students develop their skills in public speaking. They learn the speech preparation process, how to combat stage fright and how to adapt to different speaking situations. Students will cover topics such composing their own orations, interpreting other orator’s works, persuasive speaking, informative speaking, and debate. We also will address the changing demands of technology by covering how to effectively use Power Point presentations. This class is an excellent introduction to the art of public speaking and both prepares students for successful speaking in their future endeavors as well as to continue on into competitive speech. The class fulfills the Speech graduation requirement. Please note: a minimum of six (6) students must register for this course to run.

CONTACT

James Gutowski, Ph.D.
Director of Academic Services
(440) 473-8138
gutowskij@gilmour.org

 
 
Experiential Learning

VECTOR

RESOURCES

 

CONTACT

Ms. Bri Lazarchik
VECTOR Coordinator
(440) 473-8000 x4201
lazarchikb@gilmour.org

Entrepreneurship

Students address business and social/business problems by researching issues and developing solutions, then presenting their solutions in a Shark Tank pitch and slide deck environment. The course also looks at today’s Startup culture and creating flexible business models that focus on problem solving, critical thinking skills, customer development and the financial aspects of a business idea and/or startup.
 
Students interested in pursuing this course should contact their grade-level counselor.

St. Br. André Bessette Service and Justice

Summer Opportunities

Due to COVID, there have been changes to how summer opportunities are structured so if your student is interested in finding out more information, please contact Bri Lazarchik to set up some time to discuss interests and opportunities.
 

RESOURCES

 

CONTACT

Ms. Bri Lazarchik
VECTOR Coordinator
(440) 473-8000 x4201
lazarchikb@gilmour.org
 
 
College Counseling

Contacts

Mrs. Tracy Stockard
Director
(440) 473-8092
stockardt@gilmour.org
 
Ms. Rebecca "Becky" Reidy
Associate Director
(440) 473-8000 x3004
reidyr@gilmour.org
 
Mr. Patrick McDermott
Assistant Director
(440) 473-8000 x3006
mcdermottp@gilmour.org
 
Mrs. Kathleen Lynch
Administrative Assistant
(440) 473-8000 x3001
lynchk@gilmour.org

Mailing Address

34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills, Ohio 44040
phone: (440) 473-8000

Campus Addresses
An independent, Catholic, coed, day and boarding school in the Holy Cross tradition. Toddler-Grade 12.