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"Success Begins at Saint Francis Xavier School"

 

  • includes Kindergarten through Eighth Grade
  • is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges
  • is a member of the National Catholic Education Association
  • is concerned with each child's spiritual, intellectual, social and physical needs
  • aims to offer "Excellence in Education" at all levels of instruction
  • maintains a staff of highly qualified and certified teachers
  • provides a warm and caring atmosphere in a Catholic, Christian environment
  • has an active and supportive Home & School Association

    • Curriculum

  • Religious instruction at all levels is a priority
  • Full academic program at all grade levels meets the standards and policies of the Diocesan School System and Southern Association Accrediting Agency.
  • Maintains a staff of highly qualified teachers and school counselor.
  • Departmental instruction in grades 6-8
  • Physical Education and Health Education for grades K-8
  • Technology Lab grades K-8, full time computer teacher
  • Science Lab

    • Facilities

  • 10 Classrooms, 3 Special Purpose Rooms for Art, Science, Health, Technology, Enrichment - a fully automated Media Center containing over 8,481 books, an average of 45 books per student, over 400 tapes, 6 student computer stations
  • Computer Lab, internet and networking capabilities
  • Full-sized Gymnasium
  • Lunchroom Facilities; with hot lunch service 5 days a week
  • Access to Parish Hall, Church, and Chapel
  • Average class size- 24 per class, grades 1-8 14 per class - kindergarten
  • After School Care Program

    • Tuition, Fees and Books

    There is an annual charge for student tuition and registration. Parents also responsible for textbooks and curriculum fees.

    Uniforms

    All students in grades K-8 wear uniforms and must comply with the dress code as outlined in the current school handbook.

    Extra-Curricular Activities

    Sports Program, Scouting Program provided by the Parish, Children's Choir, Chess Club, Art Experiences

    School Advisory Board

    This nine member board exists to assist the Pastor and Principal in the governance of the parish school. The Board is a consultative board with the following committees; Executive, Development and Endowment, Finance, Spiritual & Professional Development, Conciliation/Review, Planning & Public Relations, and Marketing.

    Home and School Association

    This group serves as liaison between teachers, parents and the Principal to enrich school activities, initiate new programs, support existing programs, and foster good communication and spirit. Volunteers are needed for the many activities and committees.

    Recycling Effort

    As part of our environment program we provide bins for recycling aluminum cans, paper products, ink cartridges and cell phones. We also collect Campbell's Soup labels.

    School Liturgies

    A school Mass for school children is held once a week on Wednesday during the school year at 9:00 am. Students also have the opportunity of receiving the sacrament of penance during Advent and Lent, as well as many other spiritual activities.

    For more information regarding Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School, please visit the School's website.

     

    Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School


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