A quote from Victor Serna, Principal:
“To the Seton Class of 2023, I am confident that you have the knowledge, values, and faith necessary to make a positive impact on our world. Always remember to follow your dreams, trust in God, and use the lessons you’ve learned to serve others with compassion and humility. Congratulations and may God bless you on your journey ahead.”
Eliana Rutka
The Class of 2023 Seton Catholic Preparatory Valedictorian is Eliana Rutka. Eliana has earned this honor not only due to her exceptional academic capabilities but also because of her dedication in demonstrating, over the past four years, the Charisms of Elizabeth Ann Seton: Courage, Faith, Love, and Determination. Eliana ber of is a 3-year member of the National Honor Society, an AP Scholar, and has been the President of the Math Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, as well as the Spanish Honor Society. She is also a member of the House Executive team serving as Co-Activities Director. Eliana has been the president of the Sentinel Ambassadors and is a 4-year cheerleader. She also volunteers as an assistant Catechist for Religious Education at St Mary Magdalene. Eliana will attend Arizona State University, major in Math with a Secondary Education emphasis, and be a member of Barrett Honors College next fall. Eliana’s We wish this servant-minded, deserving young woman the best of luck in what is certain to be a successful life.
Paula Parian
Seton Catholic Preparatory is proud to announce that the Class of 2022 Salutatorian is Ms. Paula Parian. Her accolades include membership in the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Seton Ambassadors, and National English Society as well as being a Seton Ambassador. Paula has been a member of 10 clubs but has dedicated much of her time to our Fine Arts programs. Paula has also earned recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction which is granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Her numerous AP and Honors level classes have prepared Paula for her next steps as she plans to attend Arizona State University, Barrett Honors College, and major in Computer Science. Paula is a graduate whose zest for life will be a wonderful addition to the world around her. She will grace her collegiate community with academic prowess, solid moral choices, and a humble spirit.
Founded in 1954, Seton Catholic Preparatory is a faith-based, co-educational secondary school in Chandler, Arizona dedicated to academic excellence, leadership and loving service to others. Seton is accredited by the Western Catholic Education Association.
Here, our ultimate goal is to prepare students with the resources necessary for lifelong learning within the framework of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and His Church. The only Catholic high school serving the East Valley of Phoenix, Seton Catholic Prep was named for Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton who opened the first parochial school in the United States and founded the Sisters of Charity. This order of sisters has helped staff the school throughout its history. Today, Seton Catholic Prep continues its strong affiliation with the Sisters of Charity by offering a dual enrollment with Seton Hill University in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
Open to students of all faiths, Seton serves students primarily from Chandler, Mesa, Tempe and Gilbert while students from Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Scottsdale and Pinal County also attend Seton. A growing enrollment includes students from Catholic K-8 schools throughout the East Valley as well as students from private, public, charter and home schools.
We welcome you to explore our site. Our rich history, our thoughtful growth and all we have to offer in an excelling college preparatory experience for the 21st Century!
Learn more about Seton Catholic Preparatory: https://www.setoncatholic.org/