Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School Hamilton Canada | Profile, Rating, Fee Structure, Activities & Facilities

Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School

Hamilton, Canada

  • Day School

  • 1958

    • IB

School History & Details

Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School was constructed in 1958, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The school officially started on 16 April 1959 by Joseph Francis Ryan.  As the first and only Catholic secondary school in the city, it has been a fixture of the local educational community ever since. Throughout its rich history, Bishop Ryan has been renowned for its rigorous curriculum and the strong faith of its students and staff. At its inception, the school quickly made its mark as an academic powerhouse, offering courses in different disciplines as well as extensive sports programs and clubs. Since its founding, Bishop Ryan has made strides in preparing students to be well-rounded members of society. With a long list of successful alumni, it has provided a unique education for all students, Catholic or otherwise. Bishop Ryan has come a long way since its humble beginnings and continues to foster a spirit of compassion and inclusiveness among its community. The past twenty-four years have been filled with many milestones and successes, setting an excellent precedent for generations of students to come.

    School Values

  • Academic Excellence
  • Respect
  • Faith
  • Justice
  • Responsibility
  • Diversity
  • Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School fosters an environment of excellence, mutual respect, and spiritual growth in students. They help each student become a responsible, informed, and faith-filled member of society. The school encourages critical thinking and independent thinking. The curriculum integrates the values of faith, justice, charity, and service, giving students an excellent academic, moral, and spiritual foundation. Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School also works to develop respect and acceptance of diversity within the community, valuing every individual and his or her beliefs. Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School upholds its commitment to providing a quality education that promotes excellence, accountability, and lifelong learning.

School Achievements

Achievements

Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School has achieved exceptional success in academics. Students have consistently exceeded expectations and earned superior grades, which have been recognized in the form of numerous awards and accolades. Notable successes have included achieving perfect results in science, maths, and language exams, having students place highly in competitions such as debate, and having students win multiple awards for academic achievement. All these results demonstrate the commitment of teachers and students to learning. 
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School's non-academic achievements are something they are proud of. They have award-winning clubs, students have been recipients of numerous music awards and scholarships, and boast numerous successful athletic teams who consistently win regional competitions. The school encourages each and every student to go out and be successful in any venture they choose, regardless of their academic performance. Bishop Ryan is truly a special place, promoting meaningful friendships and a strong sense of community.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School has huge alumni. Some of the alumni members are- Brandon Bizior – pop rock singer David Brown – professional ice hockey goaltender Ben Chiarot – professional ice hockey defenceman Sheila Copps – former member of Parliament and Deputy Prime Minister of Canada John Corbacio – assistant coach of the Toronto Raptors and the Canada men's national basketball team Dean Lickyer – rock band Kyle McKnight – former guitarist Sean O'Sullivan – former member of Parliament and Director of Vocations at the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto Alex Re – guitarist Jamieson Rees – professional ice hockey Filomena Tassi – Canadian federal minister Tony Valeri – former Canadian federal minister Rachael Vanderwal – professional basketball player Chris Woodcroft – Olympic wrestler representing Canada Greg Woodcroft – Olympic wrestler  

School Information

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Michael Lawlor

V. Tortis

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(905) 573-2151

1824 Rymal Road E. Hannon, ON, L0R 1P0

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Chemistry
  • Biology HL
  • Physics HL
  • Design Technology SL
  • Computer Science SL
  • Computer Science HL
  • History SL
  • Economics HL
  • Psychology SL
  • Psychology HL
  • Mathematics
  • English A: Literature HL
  • English A: Literature SL
  • English language and literature HL
  • English Language and Literature SL
  • Literature and Performance SL
  • Arabic ab initio SL
  • History – Africa and Middle East HL
  • History – United States of America HL
  • History – Asia and Oceania HL
  • History – Europe HL
  • Biology SL
  • Physics SL
  • Music HL
  • Music SL
  • Visual Arts HL
  • Visual Arts SL