President's Message

Dear Students, Families, Alumni, and Visitors,

Welcome to Cardinal O’Hara High School! As President, it is both my honor and my joy to extend a heartfelt greeting to you on behalf of our entire school community.

At O’Hara, we are proud to stand on a strong foundation built on our core ideals of Pride, Excellence, and Tradition. These values are not just words on a banner — they are the spirit that drives all we do.

Pride in our school is reflected in the way our students, faculty, and families support one another and strive to bring out the best in each other every day. Whether in the classroom, on the field, on the stage, or in service to others, our community embodies a deep commitment to honoring our mission and representing O’Hara with dignity and respect.

Excellence is our standard. We challenge our students to aim high — academically, spiritually, and personally. Through a rigorous curriculum, dynamic extracurricular programs, and a culture of leadership and service, we prepare young men and women not only for college and career success, but for lives of purpose and impact.

Tradition connects us across generations. Since our founding, Cardinal O’Hara has been a place where faith, learning, and community come together to form lifelong bonds. Our alumni continue to carry the O’Hara legacy with pride, and we invite every new student to be part of that enduring story.

Whether you are a prospective family exploring what makes O’Hara special, a returning parent or student, or one of our treasured alumni, thank you for visiting our website. I encourage you to explore all that Cardinal O’Hara has to offer — and to discover why so many have made this school their home.

God bless!

Mike Connor ’85, P’13, P’15, P’26
President