The Catholic school was established using the name, Bishop John Dubois, after John DuBois (August 24, 1764 – December 20, 1842).
The school provided education to male students and prepared them for college and provided the basis for the development of spiritual, academic, and personal qualities to promote themselves and their family, community, and society.
The faculty, teachers, and staff of the school consisted of Marist Brothers, Fathers or Roman Catholic Priests, Sisters or Nuns, lay teachers, administrative and general staff.
Alumni==
The school was located in the upper Manhattan area and the composition of students that attended the school were from the five boroughs of New York.
Jack Keane, class of 60, retired four-star General, former Vice Chief of Staff and Chief Operating Officer of the Army from 1999 until 2003, also served on the Board of Directors of MetLife.
[edit]A photo of BDHS students marching in front of St. Patrick's Cathedral
Students participated in an activity sponsored by the school. Activities are open to all qualified and interested students. These activities include:
School Plays
School Dances
The Yearly Senior Boat Ride
The School Prom
The Yearbook Committee
The Senior Retreat
Sports
[edit]The Basketball Team Mascot of Bishop Dubois High School, presented to P. Bournias as a gift from Mario Roman Jr. an undergraduate of the class of 1976
Students participated in the sports offered by the school. Sports were open to all students that qualified academically.
Sports that alumni participated include: