Where is monsignor bonner high school

In July of , Mr. William Brannick replaced Mrs. Berner as Principal of the co-institutional school. It was with great sadness in June of that the Augustinian Friars, who had staffed Monsignor Bonner for 56 years, withdrew from campus citing a diminishing number of priests within the Order of St.

On June 15, Rev. James Olson, a Diocesan priest, began as President. Soon after the announcement, the Administration began the appeal process to reverse the decision. This appeal, coupled with the overwhelming support of the students, parents, Alumni and community, laid out the plans for the future of a thriving Bonner and Prendie. Days before the appeal decisions were to be made, a group of interested business people came forward with a plan to save all of the high schools slated to close.

This group later became known as the Faith in the Future Foundation. On February 24th, Archbishop Chaput announced that all four high schools, along with a number of elementary schools that were slated to be closed, would remain open. The tract of land upon which sits Monsignor Bonner High School and Archbishop Prendergast High School was originally owned by Christopher Fallon who, in , built an impressive octa-gonal mansion on the site.

In , this unusual building was purchased by Colonel Anthony J. Because of its grounds, gatehouse, and shape, it became a noted residence along Lansdowne Ave. The mansion stood on what was called the hill of Drexel, and consequently the surrounding area became known as Drexel Hill.

Prendergast, announced the construction of a new orphanage for five hundred orphans to be run by the Sisters of Charity. The orphanage was to replace the one that had been demolished because of the construction of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. It was to be called St. On May 9, , a beautiful Sunday afternoon, the dedication took place. On this day, 40, people accompanied by bands and musicians, walked from 69th Street to the dedication. Another 20, walked from the Pennsylvania Railroad Station in Lansdowne, and 65, more arrived by motorcar or by trolley from 69th Street.

Archbishop Dennis Dougherty and Governor Sproul spoke to the , well-wishers gathered on the front lawn and along Garrett Road. By , the number of children had dwindled. The Most Reverend John F. In , to meet the increasing demand for a Catholic high school in the expanding west-ern suburbs, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia converted the vacated St.

Three years later a new build-ing was erected on the same tract and named Monsignor Bonner High School in memory of Rev. John J. Bonner, the former diocesan Superintendent of Schools.

Bonner then became a school for boys and Prendergast was designated as a school for girls. Patricia Rooney, who will assume her responsibilities Monday, August 9. Read the full release here! Spring Newsletter for Alumni and Friends I wanted to share with you a copy of the newsletter that was just recently mailed to donors, alumni and friends. And a big thank you to Dr. Clair, Ms Verghese and Mr. DiRita on their willingness to participate.

I am very proud of the piece and how it highlights our alumni, our donor and you, our school. Read about their performance here! John Lenge, this cross will be used in all forthcoming liturgies. Take a look at his design process! Read the Freshman Voice! This month's edition comes courtesy Olivia DiBona '23!

Click here to see the names of our Friar and Panda track athletes who did tremendously at the meet! Click here to purchase! Bring the historic Prendie chapel home with you to your home or office! Or buy a memory book of the beloved chapel! Gregory the Great are Jacqueline J. Delaney and James Delaney ' Read more Mobile Ordering Now Available in Cafeteria! Click here to learn the new feature that lets you order your food in advance! Cooke's letter to our school community, announcing the official purchase of the former-Prendergast building by Delaware County Community College!

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