Testimonials

Our mission calls us to reach out to each and every individual on our campus so we might bring them into a closer relationship With God—Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I’ve seen this happen every day I walk through our halls—through human interaction God allows His miracles to take place—not large miracles, but everyday miracles. I’ve witnessed the grace of God at work between teacher and student, coach and athlete, teachers and parents. God never gives up on any of us and I have seen our staff take that same approach with every student who walks our halls, participates in our activities, plays on our teams, performs on our stage. Bishop Hendricken is a sacred place—we tread on holy ground—we know our God is alive and well on our campus.

As a parent, I have witnessed my son’s formidable development in the progression of responsibility and maturity which is diametrically linked to Hendricken’s unyielding expectations. He entered his freshman year with a strong, solid foundation and the serious learning environment in the classroom has already made an indelible mark on his future. When other parents ask me how my son likes BHHS, I reply that he loves it so much he bleeds green and gold. Hendricken is an important part of my son’s life today and I am convinced it will continue to be a source of camaraderie and pride in the future.

Hendricken was a place where I learned that it is important to see God in everyone that I meet throughout the day. It also provided me with the solid academic background necessary for my later successes.

Hendricken was my first love. We had wonderful students, parents, and shared the greatest memories of our lives.

BHHS is a place unlike any other. I feel the greatness in the hallways when I walk through. I see Hendricken Men in the making—in all aspects of the school from academic to spiritual to social. It is a feeling I feel deep within. I know my son is where he is supposed to be. As a parent, I feel proud to be at events I attend, and I am always impressed by the way in which everything is organized and handled. There is such pride found in all at the school, and I am honored to be a part of it!

The one thought that always comes to the front of my mind, is the friendships that have been formed [at Hendricken] and will always be. Regardless of any challenge that life may deliver, we will always have a common link of faith and friendship.

Hendricken is a very special institution which shaped the minds, faith, and success of many of the men in my family. My brother and I, as well as my brothers-in-law, cousins, nephews, and son are all Hendricken Hawks. As a member of the Alumni Board, I find it rewarding to continue to be involved with the young men at Hendricken on the selection process for the Freshman Scholarship. If you haven’t visited the campus lately, please stop by for a tour or attend a game and I’m sure you will be impressed with the product the School has to offer.

Bishop Hendricken is an amazing place where the Church forms young men in the Spirit...it is a unique community where young men come to know who Christ has created them to be!

Bishop Hendricken High School gave me an educational experience of a lifetime. It opened the door to my future and gave me the roadmap to navigate the journey once I crossed the threshold. I continue to find myself on paths that cross with best friends and great memories all made during my time here. I hope to be able to continue to give back to a mission that called so much out of me and shapes who I am today.

"I think this would be a great place for you," a teaching colleague at St. Brendan's School said as she showed me an article from the newspaper about Bishop Hendricken. She was correct. My time here has given me lasting friendships, wonderful professional opportunities and countless memories. It is a special place and to be a part of it has been incredibly rewarding. Bishop Hendricken is the best thing to happen to me since Roosevelt! Often times you hear that a teacher can touch young people's lives. If in my tenure I may have pointed some young men in the right direction, it could not equal the young men that I have encountered as students and players who have touched my life and enriched it immeasurably. God has indeed blessed me.

Hendricken equals opportunity, opportunity for young men to grow scholastically, spiritually and athletically. As the varsity swim coach for the past thirty years I have had the privilege and honor to coach highly motivated and outstanding young men, and enjoy tremendous support from the faculty, staff and parents. Bishop Hendricken is truly a school community rich in tradition, sportsmanship and opportunity.

I am constantly impressed by the sense of family and closeness which the students, faculty and staff share at Hendricken. It is truly a blessing to be a part of this family, and this experience strengthens my faith daily. I am extremely proud of our school and the accomplishments of our students. Working here has been my inspiration and my motivation and I truly believe, has also shaped my values and beliefs… Someone said it takes the best in each of us, to bring out the best in all of us….to the administration, faculty, staff and students, thank you for sharing your best with me.

We lived in CT for 17 years, and as my two sons were growing up, I always wanted them to have the same great experience and education that I, and my two brothers, received from Hendricken some 26 years ago. So, when my oldest son, Tom, was at the end of his 8th grade, I decide to move the family back to RI. They could have the same chances I did by being in the best all round environment for becoming a good and solid man that will be able to contribute to this world in the years to come.

It’s been 40 years since I graduated from Hendricken. What I like best is seeing a classmate I haven’t seen for a long time and once we start talking, I get the feeling that we just left each other yesterday. Hendricken was that special.

Hendricken develops the mind, the body and the Catholic faith of young men from one generation to the next.

Bishop Hendricken High School is a premier academic and athletic institution that instills the importance of God’s presence in a young man’s life.

The teachers and staff are extremely committed and dedicated to the students and the mission of BHHS. [It is] a place where your son will be safe and part of a welcoming community, a place where young men are prepared for the future, [a place with an] academically challenging curriculum, and an environment that may change your son's life.

Hendricken is more than a school. It is a family, enriching our sons' lives educationally, spiritually, and socially. Hendricken's faculty and staff do more than educate our boys. It is amazing and encouraging to see them at so many extra-curricular activites. Hendricken is committed to our boys and in turn our boys are committed to Hendricken.

Bishop Hendricken was truly the best years of my life growing up. Since returning to Hendricken as part of the Advancement staff, the 21-year absence has been like a coming home journey of sorts. The experiences and life lessons that I learned as a student helped guide me through my life as a father, a husband, a brother, a son and a friend.

Hendricken’s main purpose is to help develop oneself and move into places by following the Creator’s lead. The Hendricken man is unself-centered.