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re: Catholic High alum in Baton Rouge question
Posted on 5/17/14 at 4:15 pm to lsugal121212
Posted on 5/17/14 at 4:15 pm to lsugal121212
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted on 5/17/14 at 4:20 pm to lsugal121212
Hell I'm a CHS alum from 93 and the connection issue is not even specific to being a CHS alum. Just being an alum from a Brothers of Sacred Heart school helped me land my current job. The VP I interviewed with was a grad of Brother Martin and we had a bunch of people in common that we knew which made the interview feel like I was talking with an older buddy.
Keep the boy at CHS and chill out!
Keep the boy at CHS and chill out!
Posted on 5/17/14 at 4:37 pm to 777Tiger
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No.
with nola women, yes, you put two of them together and it's "you from nawlins? me too, where'd ya go to school?"
I guess I should have been clearer. The no was to the 'it's understandable" point.
Posted on 5/17/14 at 5:44 pm to mytigger
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Frankly, a CHS diploma = instant credibility; whereas St. Michaels diploma = I wonder why they didn't go to Catholic?
CHS grad here.
Instant credibility in what? Getting a job at Blue Bayou? No one gives a frick where you went to high school once you graduate from college.
If I found out someone at our company was hiring based on high school status I would fire them on the spot. Now, if you're going to argue that CHS graduates succeed at a higher rate thus he would have access to a bigger network at a higher level in the business world, I don't know if I'd necessarily argue with this.
However, to think that CHS will held you standout is laughable. I've never had a single person ask me what high school I went to in an interview/work situation. I think I'd feel weird if anyone did.
Posted on 5/17/14 at 9:51 pm to mytigger
Lsugal- I am a CHS grad as well. An only child too. My parents sacrificed alot to send me there. Due to circumstances never graduated college. That being said, the values that you learn at CHS are invaluable.
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:01 pm to lsugal121212
I commuted from Laplace to Brother Martin in NOLA everyday for high school. Woke up at 5:30, left the house at 6:30 to make it to school for 8:00. You just learn to deal with it.
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:05 pm to oreeg
The first rule of Catholic is: We don't talk about Catholic.
The second rule of Catholic is: We don't talk about Catholic.
The second rule of Catholic is: We don't talk about Catholic.
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:35 pm to Bulletproof Lover
Save your money and give your child a great college education.
Any employer that hires based on "Hey, we went to the same high school" is an idiot.
Any employer that hires based on "Hey, we went to the same high school" is an idiot.
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:35 pm to lsugal121212
CHS '06, LSU '10 here. My brother and grandfather are CHS grads as well.
In getting my first job out of college, which was in Lafayette, my high school eduction didn't really come into play other than "yes, I do have a high school diploma" on some standardized form.
In searching for a job, my high school education is listed simply as a normal bullet point, and, though I'd use my CHS connection proudly, I've to this point used my LSU ties more.
That being said, I think being a member of any group -- from a family or an alumni base to a rec sports league or professional organization -- opens doors via connections and networking. Are CHS connections typically quality ones? I believe so. The school has many outstanding graduates, but that's true of other schools as well.
I don't regret my time at CHS; I received an incredible education (which became immediately apparent upon entering LSU), and I'm extremely grateful for the sacrifices my parents made to send me there.
I consider myself socially and culturally Catholic and am not religious despite coming from a strongly religious family and going to Catholic schools K-12. That being said, CHS did instill in me many important values and showed me many positive life lessons.
First and foremost, at the heart of Catholic doctrine, the benefits and value of social justice are stressed. From doing required service hours to weighing out moral dilemmas in religion class, that's the biggest single thing that's stuck with me from my education at CHS.
On a more tangible level, perhaps, are things as simple as the dress code -- wearing slacks, a collared shirt tucked in, dress socks, a shaved face and tight haircut -- teaching young men how to dress professionally; teachers insisting on the social standards required of a polite and hardworking person; or even the labor-based punishments of lunch duty.
Ultimately, if you're doing it specifically for and only because of possible future connections that may lead to a desirable job, I'd say you should really sit down and consider the full picture of what's best for you and your family.
tl;dr: It's a good school but it's not right for everyone; high school is important, so don't cut class, kids.
In getting my first job out of college, which was in Lafayette, my high school eduction didn't really come into play other than "yes, I do have a high school diploma" on some standardized form.
In searching for a job, my high school education is listed simply as a normal bullet point, and, though I'd use my CHS connection proudly, I've to this point used my LSU ties more.
That being said, I think being a member of any group -- from a family or an alumni base to a rec sports league or professional organization -- opens doors via connections and networking. Are CHS connections typically quality ones? I believe so. The school has many outstanding graduates, but that's true of other schools as well.
I don't regret my time at CHS; I received an incredible education (which became immediately apparent upon entering LSU), and I'm extremely grateful for the sacrifices my parents made to send me there.
I consider myself socially and culturally Catholic and am not religious despite coming from a strongly religious family and going to Catholic schools K-12. That being said, CHS did instill in me many important values and showed me many positive life lessons.
First and foremost, at the heart of Catholic doctrine, the benefits and value of social justice are stressed. From doing required service hours to weighing out moral dilemmas in religion class, that's the biggest single thing that's stuck with me from my education at CHS.
On a more tangible level, perhaps, are things as simple as the dress code -- wearing slacks, a collared shirt tucked in, dress socks, a shaved face and tight haircut -- teaching young men how to dress professionally; teachers insisting on the social standards required of a polite and hardworking person; or even the labor-based punishments of lunch duty.
Ultimately, if you're doing it specifically for and only because of possible future connections that may lead to a desirable job, I'd say you should really sit down and consider the full picture of what's best for you and your family.
tl;dr: It's a good school but it's not right for everyone; high school is important, so don't cut class, kids.
This post was edited on 5/17/14 at 10:36 pm
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:36 pm to lsugal121212
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he has to take the interstate from Highland and its a damn mess!
If he's driving to the Highland Rd./I-10 area any way, why not just take Perkins Road all the way up to Myrtle Avenue and then on to CHS? The speed limit isn't high enough on that route for a really dangerous crash to occur (speed is what causes the bulk of deaths in car wrecks).
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:38 pm to lsugal121212
No one suggesting that he transfer to Redemptorist?
Posted on 5/17/14 at 10:52 pm to lsugal121212
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Yes he has to take the interstate from Highland and its a damn mess! I am afraid of him getting in a bad wreck!
You should just home school so you can be doubly sure he is a pussy.
Posted on 5/18/14 at 7:40 am to A_bear
As a Public school grad in early 80's but having a # of Catholic friends and colleagues , I'd keep my Son there. Most of these men are all near my age and they are still very connected to the school. And do try to help any" Bear "that may need it. Nothing against St. Michaels I'm sure it's a fine school also. But your son may one day need some Alum help.
This post was edited on 5/18/14 at 7:41 am
Posted on 5/18/14 at 8:27 am to SG_Geaux
If OP mom wants connections, send kid to TAMU to major in PETE
Posted on 5/18/14 at 8:48 am to lsugal121212
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The high school you attended should be on resume
Yeah....if you are applying for a job with Primerica.
Posted on 5/18/14 at 8:51 am to 777Tiger
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I lived on the same street at St. Michael's, still went to Catholic and would so the same if I could do it again.
even with the traffic being what it is?
Yes.
I could have walked to Bishop. I drove 25 minutes everyday to CHS. I never regret it for a second.
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