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Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School
Private School Profiles Ste. Genevieve du Bois
BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT
Nerinx Hall
John Burroughs School
Head: Anthony Van Gessel
Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School
Head: John Gabriel
Head: Andy Abbott
Grades: pre-kindergarten to eighth
Head: Elizabeth Miller
Open House: Nov. 17
Grades: young women in grades 9-12
Grades: 7-12
Grades: co-ed ages 3 to sixth grade, young women grades 7-12 Open House: Noon to 4 p.m., Nov. 2
Open House: 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 2
Tuition: $24,690
Tuition: $9,735-$19,450
Tuition: $12,250
801 S. Spoede Road, 432-2021, vdoh.org
560 E. Lockwood Ave., 968-1505, nerinxhs.org
Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School is an independent Catholic school educating boys and girls age 3 through sixth grade, and young women grades seven-12. As a member of an international network of Sacred Heart schools, it shares an educational philosophy of faith, academics, service, community and personal growth. Students are prepared to serve as global citizens through culturalexchange opportunities with 45 countries around the world.
As a Catholic high school founded by the Sisters of Loretto, Nerinx Hall educates young women to think critically, act deliberately and make a difference in the world. Inspired by the Gospels’ call to action and service, Nerinx women build community, work for justice and respect the dignity of each person. In Nerinx’s dynamic education environment, students may choose to learn Mandarin, debate world events as part of Model UN, or play one of 13 sports.
Tuition: $4,990; multi-student discounts available 1575 N. Woodlawn Ave., 821-4245, stegenschool.org Ste. Genevieve du Bois School offers affordable private-school education with challenging academic curriculum. Through its focus on exploration, confidence and compassion, the school fosters a love of learning and service. Ste. Genevieve develops successful leaders with strong educational and technological knowledge, critical problem-solving skills and solid Catholic faith. The school offers full-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten options, as well as after-care and clubs.
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Open House: Oct. 25 755 S. Price Road, 993-4040, jburroughs.org Burroughs, an independent, college-preparatory, coeducational day school, provides a liberal arts education that balances academics, arts, athletics and activities. A worldclass faculty teaches a challenging curriculum in small classes. Students are encouraged to think critically and explore their interests in a respectful and supportive environment. A mix of informality, community service and traditions, such as morning assembly and family-style lunch, distinguishes a Burroughs experience.