Barry Granger

Salesianum School, Inc. is an independent Catholic all-boys secondary school founded in 1903 by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. Specialized programs such as the Bridge Program and the Summer Edge Program extend educational opportunities, and scholarships support accessibility for students from Wilmington and immigrant families. The private company is based in Wilmington, DE. The school offers a college preparatory curriculum with approximately 195 courses, including 20 advanced placement classes, and features small class sizes and a faculty of 68 full-time teachers. Instruction is personalized through a phasing system tailored to students’ learning levels, and the academic program emphasizes critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills. Salesianum supports holistic development through resources like the Hynansky Wellness Center and offers over 60 extracurricular clubs and 15 interscholastic sports programs. Facilities include Abessinio Stadium and Fusco Fields, and the school maintains a longstanding marching band and student-led media production. Spiritual life is integrated through retreats, service programs, and leadership initiatives, with a four-year service curriculum engaging students in community work.