Private School Directory Kentucky - Sept.

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Huntington Learning Center

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Summit Country Day

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The Private School Directory is published by the Specialty Publications Department of The Community Press/ The Community Recorder.

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Our community’s private schools are rich in tradition and quality education. Students at private schools get a lot from their education - a sprit of giving back, a respect for education and a deeply rooted value system.

Editor’s note: Below is a list of private schools in the area and pertinent information about them. They are listed in alphabetical order. If you have questions about the information in this list, please contact Melissa Hayden, specialty publications editor at 248-7121.

Bishop Brossart High School 4 Grove Street Alexandria, 635-2108 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic www.bishopbrossart.org

Blessed Sacrament 2407 Dixie Highway Fort Mitchell, 331-3062 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.school.bssky.org

Calvary Christian 5955 Taylor Mill Road Taylor Mill, 356-9201 Preschool through grade 12 Religious affiliation: Baptist www.calvarychristianky.org

Community Christian Academy 11875 Taylor Mill Road Independence, 356-7990 Preschool through grade 12 Religious affiliation: Nondenominational www.ccaky.org

Cornerstone Classical Christian Academy Lakeside Christian Church 195 Buttermilk Pike Lakeside Park, 640-5147 Kindergarten through grade three Religious Affiliation: Christian www.cornerstoneclassical.org

Cornerstone Montessori 2048 Alexandria Pike Highland Heights, 491-9960 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: None cornerstonemontessori.org

Covington Catholic 1600 Dixie Highway Park Hills, 491-2247 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic www.covcath.org

Tuition: $5975 + fees(2011-12) Scholarship/Financial Assistance Available: Yes Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:16 Percent Going to College: 99 Hot Buttons: Covington Catholic is NKY’s only all-male high school. The college prep curriculum is tailored to allow boys to excel in an environment best suited for their learning needs. They offer 10 AP classes and boast a 96 percent pass rate on AP exams.

Covington Latin 21 E. 11th St. Covington, 291-7044 Grades eight through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic covingtonlatin.org

DePaul Cristo Rey High School 1133 Clifton Hills Avenue Clifton, 861-0600 Grades nine through 12 Tuition: $5,000 Scholarship/Financial Assistance Available: Most students will receive $2,500 in initial financial assistance through academic scholarships and/or financial aid. EdChoice will also be accepted.

Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:15 Percent Going to College: Most Cristo Rey High Schools have 100% college acceptance rates.

Hot Buttons: DePaul Cristo Rey High School, sponsored by the Sisters of Charity, provides an opportunity for young men with economic need to obtain a Catholic college preparatory education made affordable though an innovative corporate work-study program. In a safe nurturing environment, the school strives to develop the full potential of each student spiritually, academically, physically and emotionally in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Heritage Academy 7216 U.S. 42 Florence, 525-0213 Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 Sponsor church: Heritage Fellowship haeagles.org

Holy Cross Elementary 3615 Church St. Covington, 581-6599

Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.holycrosselem.com

Holy Cross High 3617 Church Street Covington, 431-1335 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic www.hchscov.com

Holy Family Catholic 338 E. 16th St. Covington, 581-0290 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.holyfamilyelementary.com

Holy Trinity Elementary 235 Division St. Bellevue, 291-6937 Kindergarten through grade five Religious affiliation: Catholic www.holytrinity-school.org

Holy Trinity Junior High 840 Washington Ave. Newport, 292-0487 Grades six through eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.holytrinity-school.org

Immaculate Heart of Mary 5876 Veterans Way Burlington, 689-4303 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.ihm-ky.org

Mary Queen of Heaven 1130 Donaldson Highway Erlanger, 371-8100 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.MQHSchool.com

Newport Central Catholic High 13 Carothers Road Newport, 292-0001 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic ncchs.com

Northern Kentucky Montessori Center Inc. 2625 Anderson Road Crescent Springs, 331-3725 Preschool and kindergarten Religious affiliation: None nkmc.org Tuition: $4,550 half day and $7,300 full day Scholarship/Financial

Assistance available: yes Teacher/Student ratio: 1:10

Notre Dame Academy 1699 Hilton Drive Park Hills, 261-4300 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic www.ndapandas.org

Prince of Peace 625 Pike St. Covington, 431-5153 Kindergarten through grade eight and Montessori grades one through eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.popcov.com

Roger Bacon High School 4320 Vine Street St. Bernard, 641-1300 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic www.rogerbacon.org Tuition: $7,950 Scholarship/Financial Assistance Available: Yes. Over $1 million awarded annually in scholarship and financial assistance.

Teacher/student ratio: 1:12 Percent going to college: 95 Hot buttons: With a new selective, benchmark driven admission policy, Roger Bacon is the premier co-educational Catholic high school in Cincinnati. The Class of 2015 will be the first to use cuttingedge tablet devices to enhance their educational and classroom experiences.

St. Anthony 485 Grand Avenue Taylor Mill, 431-5987 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic school.saintanthonytaylormill.org

St. Augustine 1840 Jefferson Avenue Covington, 261-5564 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.staugustines.net

St. Agnes 1322 Sleepy Hollow Road Fort Wright, 261-0543 Kindergarten

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Huntington Learning Center under new management Huntington Learning Center, located at 8850 US Highway 42 in Florence, Ky., was recently purchased and is under new management. The center provides students with the skills necessary to be successful in reading, writing, mathematics, spelling, phonics, study skills, as well as other factors that play a role in academic achievement. Building on a 30-plus year track record as the longest running provider of supplemental education and “tutoring” services, Huntington Learning Center has helped thousands of students strengthen their skills and spark their desire to learn. Troy McKinley and John

Meier, partners and new operators of the Florence Learning Center, will offer personalized instruction through certified teachers to Northern Kentucky students, from kindergarten through grade 12.

“The entire team of educators at the Florence Learning Center is dedicated to helping every one of our students unlock his or her full potential for academic achievement,” McKinley said.

“With personalized instruction targeted to each student’s learning needs, we help students build the confidence, knowledge and skills that are vital for success in school.”

Troy McKinley, former Simon Kenton star and University of Kentucky basketball player teamed up with John Meier in the purchase of the center earlier this summer. Troy brings his background as a Special Education educator to the Florence Center. Meier brings over 20 years of business experience in the Financial Services industry to the center as well.

Married to their wives Donna McKinley and Missy Meier for over 20 years, both are proud fathers of three children each, all of whom have graduated or attend schools in Boone or Kenton County

Directory Continued from 2 through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic school.saintagnes.com

St. Catharine of Siena 23 Rossford Ave. Fort Thomas, 572-2680 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.stcatherineofsiena.org

St. Cecilia 5313 Madison Pike Independence, 363-4314 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.stcrusaders.org

St. Henry 3825 Dixie Highway Erlanger, 342-2551 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.sthenryel.com

St. Henry District High School 3755 Scheben Drive Erlanger, 525-0255 Grades nine through 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic www.shdhs.org

St. Joseph Academy 48 Needmore Street Walton, 485-6444 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.saintjosephacademy.net

St. Joseph at Camp Springs

6829 Four Mile Road Camp Springs, 635-5652 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.stjosephcampspringsschool.catholicweb.com

St. Joseph at Cold Spring 4011 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring, 441-2025 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.stjoeschool.net

St. Joseph School 2474 Lorraine Ave. Crescent Springs, 578-2742 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.sjscrescent.com

St. Mary’s 9 S. Jefferson Street Alexandria, 635-9539 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic saintmaryparish.com

St. Paul School 7303 Dixie Highway Florence, 647-4070 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.saint-paul-school.org

St. Peter and Paul 2160 California Cross Road California, 635-4382 Preschool through grade eight

Religious affiliation: Catholic stsppschool.catholicweb.com

St. Philip’s 1400 Mary Ingles Highway Melbourne, 441-3423 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.stphilipky.org

St. Pius X 348 Dudley Road Edgewood, 341-4900 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.stpiusx.com

St. Therese 2516 Alexandria Pike Southgate, 441-0449 Kindergarten through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.sainttherese.ws

St. Thomas 428 S. Fort Thomas Ave. Fort Thomas, 572-4641 Preschool through grade eight Religious affiliation: Catholic www.sttschool.org

The Summit Country Day School 2161 Grandin Road Hyde Park, 871-4700 Age two through grade 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic,

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Huntington Learning Center also works with local schools to ensure that area educators and guidance counselors are aware of the services that are offered to struggling students. The Center can also help students prepare for the ACT and SAT. “We want all of our students to be prepared for the demands of higher education and the workforce, and we’re determined to work in partnership with our parents and local schools to enhance what our team offers every student who enrolls in our program,” Meier added.

Call 384-4400 or visit www.huntingtonlearning.com.

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DePaul Cristo Rey offers a different option for high school “I wanted a new experience for high school,” says Price Hill resident Austin Smith.

“The classes are small and I like that,” explains Kayla Nielson of Covington.

“I thought it was different compared to other high schools,” adds Erika Hernandez of downtown Cincinnati.

The three students are describing their first impressions of DePaul Cristo Rey High School and some of the reasons they decided to enroll in the freshman class. DPCR is the newest Catholic high school in Greater Cincinnati, having just opened this past summer; and as these young people have discovered, it offers options they didn’t find at other high schools.

DePaul Cristo Rey has a college-prep only curriculum, challenging classes, caring teachers, sports teams, and student clubs as do many local high schools; yet there are marked differences.

DPCR is affordable and reaches out to families who think they can’t pay private school tuition. All DPCR students work five days a month in office jobs at Cincinnatiarea companies through the Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) to cover a significant portion of their education costs. In addition, school staff works with each family on an individual basis to assist with the remaining costs.

More than 95 percent of the students currently enrolled at DPCR receive some form of financial aid.

Through the CWSP, Austin is working at Messer Construction, Kayla works at Corporex, and Erika is at Xavier University; all three are gaining valuable realworld experience and learning important job skills while meeting future mentors and contacts.

In addition to affordability, DPCR offers small class sizes and state-of-the-art technology with Tablet PC computers for all stu-

dents. “I was usually disorganized in grade school but my Tablet PC has really helped me better organize because everything is in one place, electronically,” says Kayla, “and when I don’t understand something in class, I look it up right away.”

Hands-on technology is one of the learning tools that fit with DPCR’s stated goal that all students will graduate from high school and college. From the start of ninth grade, students are encouraged to begin college planning. During their Corporate Work Study training over the summer, the students took two college field trips and are quickly learning it’s not too soon to start thinking ahead. It’s a lesson Erika has taken to heart. “I would like to go to Harvard or Stanford and study forensic science,” she says.

Teachers promote college planning and through their instruction help ensure college

preparedness. “The teachers are awesome,” says Erika. Kayla adds, “My math teacher is cool and math class is never boring.”

While a Corporate Work Study Program and early college planning may not be typical of other high schools, DPCR does share other similarities. It has an athletic program that includes girls’ volleyball, intramural soccer, and boys and girls basketball with other sports to be added in response to student interest.

Students also have input in the co-curricular clubs forming which already include a Vocal Ensemble, Theater Club and Student Government and there are more options in the works.

Students enjoy the setting where they learn and play – DPCR is located on a safe, beautiful, 10-acre campus in Clifton. It

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First-graders Rimel Kamran, Alaina Fisher and Kameron Givan laugh at an amusing passage read by teacher Sharon Nista.

Books in the Lower School are leveled according to individual needs so instruction can be tailored to the specific child. This is one of many ways teachers personalize and differentiate learning.

The Summit Country Day School’s success draws from Personalized Instruction at every age Personalized Instruction has become a signature program at The Summit Country Day School. From the day a 2year-old walks in the door of the Montessori Program to the day a student walks out with a diploma in hand, instruction is tailored to each student’s abilities, learning styles and interests.

“The Summit’s approach to Personalized Instruction has produced measurable academic success for our students,” said Head of School Rich Wilson.

“Our kindergartners typically score above 90 percent on national standardized testing and 86 percent of our 2011 graduating class received merit scholarship awards.”

At The Summit, Personalized Instruction begins with a systematic set of measurements and reviews that guarantee children progress through the stringent curriculum.

With a deeply embedded understanding of learning styles, the faculty use state-of-the-art technology and a combination of time-tested and innovative classroom techniques and materials to tailor what they teach to how each child best learns.

Development of independent learning skills, inquiry-based learning, peer instruction, small advisement groups and low student-teacher ratios add dimension to Personalized Instruction.

Ongoing professional development for teachers makes sure the faculty stays current on the latest brain research and educational pedagogies.

“At the core of The Summit’s approach to Personalized Instruction is a

belief in the dignity of each child and devotion to care for that child as an individual,” Wilson said.

“Teachers adapt best practices in their classrooms to match each child’s innate interests, skills and learning styles. They teach children how to become life-long learners and reach their fullest potential.”

Registration is under way for the 2012-13 school year.

Prospective parents and students have several upcoming opportunities to tour the school. Daytime visits in the Montessori, Lower and Middle Schools provide interactions between faculty and students. In the Upper School, faculty and students will be on hand to answer questions about programs, curriculum and the culture of the school.

Upcoming dates: • Montessori Program: Tuesday, Oct. 25 and Tuesday, Nov. 8, 8:45 a.m.

• Lower and Middle Schools: Thursday, Nov. 10 and Wednesday, Feb. 8, 8:45 a.m.

• Upper School: Thursday, Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.

Shadow visits and private tours can also be scheduled.

Located on Grandin Road in Hyde Park, The Summit Country Day School serves 1,085 students from age 2 through grade 12 in a coeducational setting.

The Summit combines the academic excellence and one-on-one guidance of a top-tier independent school with the servant leadership and character building environment that are hallmarks of Catholic education.

Call 871-4700, ext. 261, or visit www.summitcds.org.

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Stand out at Roger Bacon Roger Bacon creates a personal environment that allows young men and women to stand out by offering them the relationships, discipline and opportunities needed to succeed in a changing world.

Roger Bacon students stand out academically.

Last year 95 percent of our graduates continued their education at colleges and universities around the country. Additionally, 52 percent of the class earned scholarships valued at $5.6 million. Over the last four years, 80 percent of Advanced Placement students passed the AP tests.

Roger Bacon students stand out personally.

Because of its size, Roger Bacon encourages its stu-

dents to participate in multiple extra-curricular activities.

More than 95 percent of the students participate in one or more of 38 extra-curricular, co-curricular or athletic organizations or teams.

From the world-renowned band to the unique underwater hockey team, Roger Bacon students are encouraged to explore and expand their horizons.

Roger Bacon students stand out personally.

Roger Bacon offers all students, opportunities to meet students from around the world.

Exchange students from around the world regularly attend Roger Bacon. This year students from China, South Korea and Taiwan are attending Roger Bacon.

Finally, Roger Bacon students stand out spiritually.

Last year’s senior class devoted 4,336 hours to community service, the foundation of Roger Bacon’s Franciscan teachings. Students enter high school as young boys and girls and graduate as young men and women with a compassionate global vision.

Roger Bacon affords its students outstanding opportunities to achieve success in the traditional college preparatory curriculum.

However, it also offers students opportunities to experience and achieve outstanding levels of personal development throughout their high school years.

De Paul Cristo Rey Continued from 4 includes a newly renovated classroom building, wireless technology throughout, a new science lab, a gymnasium and on-site athletic practice field. Currently DPCR has only ninth grade but will add a class each year, growing into a

full four-year high school by 2014.

To see the school for yourself and experience the DPCR difference, visit our Oct. 22 Open House, schedule a Shadow Day, call 861-0600 for more information, or log on to www.depaulcristorey.org to learn the dates of upcoming events.

Directory Continued from 3 Independent, all welcome www.summitcds.org

Trent Montessori 305 Park Ave. Newport, 491-3223 Preschool through kindergarten www.trentmontessori.com

Villa Madonna Academy 2500 Amsterdam Road

Villa Hills, 331-6333 Kindergarten through grade 12 Religious affiliation: Catholic www.villamadonna.net

Zion Christian Academy 10310 Dixie Highway Florence, 371-9008 Pre-school through grade six Religious Affiliation: Nondenominational

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COVINGTON CATHOLIC: Northern Kentucky’s only all-male high school is ‘Worth It’ Parents throughout the Northern Kentucky region are increasingly looking to Covington Catholic High School as the premier all-male education option for their sons.

The faculty at CovCath understands that boys learn and behave differently than girls, and the classroom discussions and dynamic allows young men to thrive.

Understanding that financial constraints can cause families to consider other choices, CCH’s message to parents is “He’s Worth It, A Covington Catholic education.”

Families agree. This year the school enrolled 133 freshmen from 24 different middle schools, public, private and parochial.

The school commits to developing young men spiritually, academically, athletically and socially:

Worth it spiritually • 100 percent of the Covington Catholic student body participates in community service each year • During the 2011-12 school year, 483 students compiled 16,439 hours of service • Weekly Masses, rosary services and reconciliation are available for students and faculty • Every senior attends a Christian Awakening Retreat, giving him the chance to bond with his classmates, and prepare spiritually for the changes to come

Worth it academically • Total value of scholarship offers garnered by the Class of 2011 (116 students) was approximately $10,000,000 • Students routinely participate in the Kentucky Governor’s Scholar Program (GSP) and the Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) program. In 2011, six students earned acceptance in GSP and five students were named GSA scholars while one other was named as an alternate • Of the 131 AP exams taken in the 2010/11 school year, 96 percent were passed, with over a third of those receiving the highest possible score of ‘5.’ 25 students were named “AP Scholars” by the College Board • The last three year’s average ACT score is 24.7, compared to a state average of 19 • Student to Teacher Ratio is 16:1, insuring small classes and individualized attention

Worth it physically • Covington Catholic’s athletic teams have won 17 team state championships and multiple individual state championships in addi-

tion to over 145 regional team titles.

• More than 65 percent of Covington Catholic student participate in 10 sanctioned sports and five club/intramural sports

Worth it socially • Known for “a Spirit That Will Not Die,” our Colonel Crazies cheering section can’t be beat • More than 40 clubs and intramurals allow students to participate in activities ranging from skiing to academic team to the popular “Bug Club” • Students have the opportunity to learn outside the classroom with travel opportunities to Europe, mission trips to Nicaragua, and a retreat to Wyoming • Alumni come together regularly for reunions, events and games. Many say: “I made the best friends of my life at CovCath” Covington Catholic strives to meet the financial need of all students who apply. This year alone CCH has allocated $270,000.00 in aid, the highest in our history.

Tuition is maintained at approximately 65 percent of what other all-male schools in Greater Cincinnati charge. Keeping tuition low allows CCH to be accessible as a Diocesan school.

Beyond including students from diverse economic situations, Covington Catholic is also positioned to support and retain students with special learning needs.

In the past two years CCH has expanded the academic support program, which includes two part-time faculty members trained in learning interventions. Their goal is to provide every student with the learning tools he needs to succeed.

Students are provided these services at no additional cost.

At the same time, Covington Catholic is growing in academic excellence. This school year Cov Cath added a new AP World Civilization course to the nine AP courses already offered.

The school continually reviews the curriculum to insure our students leave with an exposure to various career options, and a proficient knowledge in fields necessary for success in college or the work place.

An addition of the new Graphics/CAD lab last summer provides state of the art computers and software for cutting edge classes like Computer Aided Design (CAD), Graphic Design I & II and Web Design, as well as programming classes.

Calculus Advanced Placement Test Results The following are results for the students that took the Calculus AP Results since 2000.

• 96 percent achieve a score of 3 or higher (national average is 58 percent.) Considered passing or Qualified

• 70 percent achieve a score of 5 (national average is 21 percent.) Considered Extremely Well Qualified; highest score

• Less than 1 percent achieve a score of 1 (national average is 25 percent)

Covington Catholic has several opportunities for potential students and families to visit the school’s campus this fall. The first step to learning about CCH, is to visit the school’s website at www.covcath.org and joining the “Admissions mailing list.”

Doing so will ensure that the student receives invitations to the various admissions events being held in October and November.

On Oct. 7, the eighth-grade Preview to the Blue is a fun evening of games on the Colonel football field and gym. Prior to The Future Colonel Football game Oct. 22, sixththrough eighth-grade boys that have contacted the school, will receive a Colonel card that gives them free admission to the varsity football game, a free hot dog and drink, and the opportunity to win various prizes.

Open House will be held on Sunday, Nov. 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Student ambassadors will lead individual tours throughout the school’s campus, with our teachers available for questions.

With Catholic identity at the core, Covington Catholic prepares men for college and life. It welcomes them into a brotherhood that lasts long beyond their four years in school.

Alumni are not only professionally successful, but men of integrity, men who give back to the community, men who are committed church leaders, husbands and fathers.

Meet the leaders of our region and you will find that many of them are Covington Catholic grads.