St. Scholastica School

St. Scholastica Bright Stars

Kindergarten & Care Program

Where Children Shine in a Full School Day Environment

including a Half Day of Kindergarten

Enroll Now for 2011-2012 Morning or Afternoon Kindergarten Class!

Enrollment/Class Time Aailable on a First-come, First-served Basis.

·       If you’re looking for a Kindergarten program that suits your weekday schedule in which your Kindergartner will shine, look to St. Scholastica’s Bright Stars Kindergarten & Care Program.

·       Our Bright Stars Kindergarten & Care Program offers the best of both worlds for children transitioning into Kindergarten.  Your child can look forward to a half day of Kindergarten class and also enjoy half day of extended care for learning, laughing and growing.

·       St. Scholastica maintains a fund and secure environment where kindness is the rule, concern for each other is our top priority, where each student grows in their faith and knowledge and where happiness, tolerance and compassion is clearly evident.

·       We offer morning and afternoon Kindergarten programs along with our high quality Extended Care* program that complements the academic programming they receive.  Our Extended Care program is available in the mornings and afternoons (6:30a.m. to 6:00p.m.)  The cost is only $3.00 per hour.  In addition to the half day academic program, your child will also receive many benefits in our Extended Care Program including:

v  a half-day in our kindergarten-focused extended care*program

v  plenty of time to work on homework

v  participation in school activities, including assemblies, Mass services, other events

v  attending lunch and recess periods with the other students when possible

v  participation in the hot lunch program

v  a light snack

v  music activities

v  arts & crafts

v  fun, social play time

v  rest & recharge period

St. Scholastica’s Bright Stars Kindergarten & Care Program is a perfect, unique alternative to a full day of kindergarten for families seeking a reliable full school day schedule for their Kindergartner or those who appreciate a full school day atmosphere.

To enroll your child or to learn more about our Kindergarten & Care Program and how it will benefit your child and your family, please contact:  Mrs. Gail Kueper, Principal, at 630.985.2525.

*extended care staff are not certified teachers

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Weekly All School Masses

Religious Programs

Family Masses

Classroom Service Projects

Pastor Provides Religious Instruction Weekly (Grades 7-8)

Frequent Visits to Classrooms by Pastor

Big Brother/Sister Program

Family Oriented Atmosphere

Caring Faculty and Staff

Cultural Assemblies

Library and Computer Lab

Technology Integrated Throughout the Curriculum

Computers in Every Classroom (Internet Access)

TV and DVD/VCR in Every Classroom (Closed Circuit TV included)

Morning and Afternoon Daycare School

Coming in School Year 2011-12 -- 1:1 Laptops for Eighth Grade

Philosophy: "St. Scholastica School's philosophy of education is visible as our faculty and staff, in partnership with our parents, encourages our students to work to their fullest potential. If you walk through our school, you would notice that God's presence is evident within the walls of our classrooms and in the hearts of our students and teachers." Father Gerald Riva, Pastor.

As a Catholic parish school educating children in kindergarten through grade eight, St. Scholastica serves the needs of the community regardless of race, color, sex, nationality or ethnic origin. Because it is an extension of the Body of Christ, the Church, it prepares its students to be witnesses to their Catholic faith, spreading Christ's message in all aspects of their lives. The faculty provides the inspiration and curriculum that foster academic excellence in all areas of the students' performance. Recognizing each child's unique talents, gifts and needs, we encourage them to complement each other and the catholic community. Promoting an appreciation for the means to attain life-long learning skills, St. Scholastica provides students with an educational foundation on which they can build successful, meaningful futures. Responsible citizenship is developed through worship and service, academics and extracurricular activities. Meaningful relationships are nurtured, as respect for, and celebration of, ethnic traditions is modeled. St. Scholastic recognizes that parents are the primary educators of their children and acts as an extension of the families. Educating its students is the shared responsibility of parents and school personnel. Principal: Mrs. Gail A. Kueper

School Term: Quarterly System

Staff: 19 Lay

Enrollment: 274

Grades K-8

Class Size: Early Childhood (K) - half day approximately 16, not to exceed 18; self-contained/developmental. Elementary (1-5) - approximately 32, not to exceed 34; elementary grade assisted by teacher aides. Middle School (6-8) - approximately 30, not to exceed 32; interdisciplinary, team planning. Current student/teacher ration is 23:1.

Religious Education Program: St. Scholastica School is currently using the Silver Burdette "BLEST ARE WE" religion series. The religion program is enhanced by attendance at individual class Masses, frequent opportunities for Confession, careful preparation for reception of the sacrament of Reconciliation, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation.

Curriculum: Our high academic standards include a strong basis in the traditional subject areas of math, language arts, science, social studies, etc., using computer enhanced learning as well as art, music and physical education.

Tuition: Parishioner: 1 child - $3,230 2 children - $5,655 3 children $7,110 Non-Parishioner: 1 child $4,722 2 children $7,342 Kindergarten: Parishioner $2,171 Non-Parishioner $3,020

The St. Scholastica School Parent Club: The parent club is a social organization designed to provide financial and physical support for scholastic, spiritual, cultural and athletic programs.

Extracurricular Activities: Band, Basketball, Cross Country, Track,Volleyball

Environmental Club 

School Hours:  K-8 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Lunch:  11:20 a.m. - 12 noon

Curricular Information: Religion, Literature, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Gym, Art and Music

St. Scholastica School Anthem

St. Scholastica makes us proud,

we say our name, we say it loud.

They teach, they preach, they touch our lives,

we grow, we learn, we hope to thrive.

With God above and all the things around

the world that knowledge brings.

There are sports to test agility,

tests to flex our memory,

artistic creativity, life lessons teach reality.

Through school spirit we are free,

to show our love for liberty!

God Bless St. Scholastica!

St. Scholastica School Fight Song

Crusaders, charge! Fight, fight, fight!

Cheer loud and strong for the Blue and White!

Raise our call like a storm in the night,

Crusaders, charge and fight, fight, fight!

Crusaders charge! Fight, fight, fight!

Clear forth the path, for the vict'ry's in sight.

Give all your strength and your speed and your might,

Crusaders, charge and fight, fight, fight!