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What is Catholic Schools Week? Catholic Schools Week is the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. It begins the last Sunday in January, which in 2020 is Jan. 26, and runs through Saturday, Feb. 1. The theme for Catholic Schools Week is ‘Catholic Schools: Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed.’ During Catholic Schools Week, schools across the diocese, and across the country, mark the occasion with masses and special entertainment and activities for the students, families, parishioners and members of their extended communities. Through these events, schools focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and the school’s contributions to our church, our communities, and our nation How Is Catholic Schools Week Celebrated on Long Island? On Long Island, Catholic Elementary Schools celebrate the week with masses and open houses to thank parents and parishioners, and to introduce new families to the benefits of a Catholic education. These frequently kick off with a mass and open house on Sunday the 26thbut can be held early as St Patrick School in Huntington is doing on Thursday the 23rd. In addition to the Open House to welcome new visitors, Catholic Schools Week features a series of events designed to recognize the contributions of students, parents and faculty during the course of the week. Many schools also offer additional open houses and opportunities for prospective new families to visit
during the week as well. Catholic schools are unique in many significant ways, and Catholic Schools Week highlights many of those differences. First, Catholic education acknowledges the parents as the original teachers in each of our lives and celebrates the continued and ongoing involvement of parents in their child’s education, and with their child’s school. Catholic education is not a ‘bystander sport’ for parents, and their participation and service to their child’s education is celebrated with recognition and acknowledgement events to thank them for their commitment. Catholic Schools Week is also a week
to acknowledge the teachers and administrators from the schools who give so much of themselves because they believe in the value of a Catholic education. The teacher’s and staff ’s contributions are often recognized through special breakfasts and luncheons that are often prepared by, and served by grateful parents. And Catholic Schools Week is a highlight on every student’s calendar. There are interactive game shows, magic shows, animal acts, special guests who come and read to the students, science fairs, book fairs, father-daughter dances, sports competitions, faculty – student contests and much, much more. Catholic Schools Week is also the best opportunity for families who might
be considering the benefits of a Catholic education to experience first-hand the commitment to academic excellence and faith formation in your local school. There you’ll find a unique community environment where children are surrounded by other children, families and a parish which serve to reinforce moral values and beliefs. The open houses are an opportunity to meet the highly experienced teachers, see the creative classrooms, and learn how Catholic elementary schools leverage technology across the curriculum, and throughout the school. Prospective families tour the facilities are introduced to the innovative reading and math programs that accelerate academic achievement, and they get to see how the safe, loving, supportive and orderly environment in a Catholic school makes it the perfect environment to support learning. As many of the touring parents have said, the best part of the visit during Catholic Schools Week is being able to see and feel the difference that a valuecentered education can make for every child. This is frequently reinforced by the contact prospective families have with the 7th and 8th-gradestudents, most often as tour guides. When you see the confident, caring and courteous individuals these young men and women have become, you begin to really understand the Catholic school difference. For more information, calendars of events and links to the schools, visit LICatholicElementarySchools.org
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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 | 12:00 PM SUNDAY, OCT 20 | 2:00-4:30 PM
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Frequently asked questions What is Catholic Schools Week? Catholic Schools Week is an annual event, celebrated across the country during the last week in January. The week is set aside to celebrate the unique nature of the Catholic schools in each community. In addition to the internal events (teacher and parent recognition events, school ‘spirit’ days, special assemblies, etc) it is also a week where the schools open their doors to the families of the Parish/Parishes they serve, and to the general public who might be considering the benefits of a Catholic education. As a school family, how do I participate? Each school publishes a complete list of events and activities taking place in their school during the week. School families are encouraged to visit the web site of their school. As a family considering a Catholic education, how do I learn more? Catholic Schools Week features Open Houses at the schools where parents and students can visit the school(s) they think they might be interested in and get a tour of the facility, be introduced to the teachers, meet some of the current families and children and generally learn about the academic, spiritual, social and physical development programs.
As a prospective family, do I have an ‘assigned school’? One of the first differences you will notice about Catholic school is that you get to select the school that you believe your children will be most successful in. There is no direct ‘assignment’ based on where you live and most school districts provide busing to the school of your choice within a 15-mile radius. Is there a difference in tuition to attend a different school? Long Island’s Catholic Elementary schools set their own tuitions, so they vary slightly, but there is no penalty for choosing a school outside of your Parish or town if you are a Parishioner in the Diocese. The system of schools is an asset here on Long Island for all of the families of the Diocese and for all of the families of Long Island. What are the tuition rates for the schools? – Each school gets to set their tuitions independently based on their costs but on average, annual tuition is approximately $5,500 per year. Are non-Catholics welcome in the schools? The schools are welcoming places to everyone without regard to race, religion or national origin. A religion class is a requirement, students participate in Liturgies, and faith is an integrated part of daily
activities, but many schools have a significant population of students who attend because of the quality of the education alone. What should parents look for during their visit? Many parents of current students tell us that their decision was emotional and based on a feeling of warmth and caring they got during their visit. Others are more analytical and make direct comparisons based on the results on standardized test scores and high school admittance history. Regardless of how you make your decision, the schools are ‘open books’ during this week, providing whatever information prospective families desire to support their decision. There is also a series of video interviews on the licatholicelementaryschools.org web site where current parents offer their advice on how to get the most out of your visit. When parents select Catholic elementary school, what are the most frequently cited reasons? The reasons that are most frequently mentioned are; academic excellence, the reinforcement of the values lived at home, Catholic religious identity, a safe, nurturing environment for learning, more individualized attention to each student’s learning needs, an outstanding extracurricular program and the level of partnership established with parents.
Will attending a Catholic elementary school help my child get into a prestigious Catholic high school? Attending a Catholic elementary school isn’t the only way to get into a Catholic high school, but it is still the best way. The Catholic high schools are open to all students and typically have a very significant number of students from a public school background. Students qualify for Catholic high school through a test for 8th graders that is administered in October of each year. Typically the students from Catholic elementary schools are best prepared for the academic rigor, the integrated program of faith and values, and the service orientation of the high schools. Virtually all of the students from Catholic elementary school (99 percent) are admitted to a Catholic high school with the vast majority getting into the school that is their first choice. How can I learn more or choose the school(s) I would like to visit? There is a resource for families on the Internet that provides a very complete picture of the Catholic elementary school experience. It features an interactive map that is your guide to each of Long island’s distinctive Catholic schools, and that lets you view the geographic options for your children at http://licatholicelementaryschools.org
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Saint Anne’s School
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25 Dartmouth Street, Garden City, NY 11530 For more information call 352-1205 or visit the school website at stannesgcschool.org
Saint Anne’s School 25 Dartmouth St. Garden City, NY 11530
Catholic Schools Week Celebration 2020
SACRAMENTS • SERVICE • SAINTS • SPIRIT • SCHOLARSHIP
OPEN HOUSE January 26 • 1:00pm-2:30pm Please Join the St. Anne’s Parish Family Celebration Mass 11:45am stannesgcschool.org
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Tuition aid to turn dream into reality The Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation is a Long Island-based charity that is funded by Long Island businesses and individuals and used exclusively to support the students and schools of the Diocese of Rockville Centre. The mission of Tomorrow’s Hope is to ensure the excellence and continuance of Catholic schools on Long Island by increasing awareness and by providing scholarship and program funding. Every student from grades K–8 who are attending Catholic elementary school and are in need of tuition assistance are eligible to apply for an award which is based on the families’ current economic circumstances and ďŹ nancial need. Applications for scholarship funding are typically made in January following Catholic Schools Week when many Long Islanders visit the school they plan on sending their children to in the following school year. Applications can be processed whether you have already registered at a school, or even if you haven’t registered yet. Only one application is necessary per household and multiple children’s needs can be served based on that one application. An application can be made online or on paper, and many schools offer coaching days when a representative from Tomorrow’s Hope and the schools are on hand to help families complete and submit the form.
Complete conďŹ dentiality is the rule, so only you or you and your ‘coach’ know that you have applied and your sensitive information is carefully guard-
ed and not shared outside of the Foundation and credit scorer. Awards are equally conďŹ dential and the faculty and sta of the school are not even aware
of which students are utilizing tuition assistance. There is a small processing fee and awards range from $250 to $2,500 per year in the form of a grant. There is some documentation required, like W2 forms and tax returns to ensure the integrity of the application. Individual circumstances that identify special circumstances for the need are also welcomed and help the awards team evaluate and distribute the scholarship money. Decisions are dependent on when the application was submitted, and processing takes between three and four weeks. The ďŹ rst round of applicants is notiďŹ ed in June. When an award is issued, the money goes directly to the school and is deducted from the school tuition bill. Each award is in name to the student, so even if the student transfers to another Catholic school the award money follows the student and doesn’t stay with the school. In the event there are extenuating circumstances there is a simple, single-page appeal application to explain the need for additional funding. It is the goal of Long Island’s Catholic Elementary Schools to welcome every student whose family wishes a highquality Catholic education for them and the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation helps families make their catholic school dreams a reality.
Sacred Heart Academy, Hempstead, L.I., is an all-girls Catholic college preparatory school, rooted in the spirituality and tradition of the Sisters of St. Joseph. The all-girls environment provides unique learning opportunities that
A Sacred Heart education focuses on all dimensions of human growth. The school community is committed to live, learn and work with inclusive love and to bring about unity and reconciliation with God and with one another. Student achievement is the best indication of Sacred Heart Academy’s excellence. Over ninety percent of the Class of 2019 were awarded college scholarships in the areas of academics, athletics and the arts. The athletic teams are consistently ranked among the best on Long Island and the student-artists and dancers excel in local and national competitions. The Bloomberg Finance Lab and state-of-the-art Science Research Lab prepare students for competitive opportunities. Above all, however, Sacred Heart students are critical thinkers who actively a difference through their commitment to community service and social justice. Fast Facts • On average, 98 percent of graduates attend four-year colleges. • Each student is required to complete at least 20 hours of community service annually. However, most students far exceed this, devoting up to 200 hours of their time each term to helping their neighbors. • The exceptional 13:1 student-teacher ratio, combined with a faculty extraordinarily dedicated to students’ success, Sacred Heart Academy students routinely surpass their state peers in standardized test scores and the majority earn Advanced Designation Regents Diplomas each year. Schedule a visit or shadow a student by visiting the school online at: sacredheartacademyli.org/SHAdowing/.
(516) 483-7383 | 47 Cathedral Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550 www.sacredheartacademyli.org
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Trinity Preschool is committed to providing a significant and effective early childhood education to the younger seeds of our generation Trinity Preschool has been serving our Community for over 60 years. We offer a caring, Christian environment and flexible programs that cater to the needs of working families and their children, two and a half to four years of age. Our program seeks to develop the whole child; academically, personally, and spiritually, while having an enjoyable, learning experience. We are known for how well we prepare our children for successful journeys into elementary education. In addition to our strong academic program, our students learn that they are loved by God and how to show that love to others. The timeless virtues of patience, responsibility, respect,
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and care for others, are modeled and practiced in their daily interactions in the classroom. At Trinity Preschool, parents are encouraged to take an active role in educating their child through feedback and participation that will help foster a flexible pathway to learning. We also offer an observing room, so parents can watch their children interact in the school environment. Trinity Preschool is committed to providing a significant and effective early childhood education to the youngest generation. A caring, Christian environment awaits your little one at Trinity Preschool! Together, we can open his/her world to new possibilities! Enroll now!
5 DURHAM RD,, NEW HYDE PARK 516-354-9050 www.trinitynhp.org
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Come see how a Catholic education will inspire your children, at an Open House near you. St. Martin of Tours School Amityville • www.smtschool.org St. Christopher School Baldwin • www.stchris-school.org St. Patrick School Bay Shore • www.spsbayshore.org St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School Bellmore • www.steas.com Our Lady of Providence Regional Central Islip • www.olprov.org Our Lady Queen of Apostles School Center Moriches • www.olqany.org Holy Family Regional School Commack • holyfamilyregional.com S S Cyril and Methodius School Deer Park • www.sscmweb.org St. Mary School East Islip • www.saintmaryschoolei.org Trinity Regional School East Northport • trinityregional.org St. Raymond's School East Rockaway • www.srsny.org
Our Lady of Victory School Floral Park • www.olvfp.org The De La Salle School* Freeport • www.delasalleschool.org St. Anne's School Garden City • stannesgcschool.org St. Joseph School Garden City • st-josephschool.com Holy Family School Hicksville • www.hfsli.org Our Lady of Mercy School Hicksville • www.olmshicks.org St. Patrick School Huntington • www.stpathunt.org Long Beach Catholic Regional School Long Beach • www.lbcrs.org Our Lady Of Peace School Lynbrook • olpschoollynbrook.org Our Lady of Lourdes School Malverne • www.ollmalverne.org Our Lady of Grace Montessori* Manhasset • www.olgmanhasset.com
St. Mary's Elementary School Manhasset • www.stmary11030.org St. Rose of Lima School Massapequa • www.stroseschool.net Notre Dame School New Hyde Park • www.ndsnet.org Holy Child Academy* Old Westbury • holychildacademy.org St. Dominic Elementary School Oyster Bay • www.stdomsob.org Holy Angels Regional School Patchogue • holyangelsregional.org Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School Port Jefferson • www.olowregional.org St. Peter of Alcantara School Port Washington • stpeterspw.org St. John Paul II Regional School Riverhead • www.sjp2regional.org St. Agnes Cathedral School Rockville Centre • stagnes-school.org Sts. Philip and James School St. James • www.sspjschool.net
Maria Regina School Seaford • www.mariareginaschool.org St. William the Abbot School Seaford • www.stwilliamtheabbot.net St. Patrick School Smithtown • www.spssmith.org Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional School Southampton • www.olhamptons.org St. Edward The Confessor School Syosset • www.stedwardconfessor.org St. Martin De Porres Marianist School* Uniondale • stmartinmarianist.org Holy Name of Mary School Valley Stream • www.hnomschool.org St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School Westbury • www.stbolh.org St. Thomas the Apostle W Hempstead • stthomasschool.net St. Aidan School Williston Park • staidanschool.org *Private Schools
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Experience the difference: More than 11,000 young people discover learning and faith in the 10 Catholic high schools of Long Island. From southwestern Nassau County to the East End, these high schools reflect the tradition, commitment, and family spirit of their communities. Three are owned and operated by the Diocese of Rockville Centre, two grew from local parishes, and five are the apostolates of religious orders. Each has its own identity — all are defined
by academic excellence on a foundation rooted in faith. Dedication to success in the classroom, however, is the hallmark that sets Catholic schools apart. 99 percent of graduates from our schools continue their education at college, and last year, they earned more than $355 million in college scholarships and grants. The religious and lay faculties of Long Island’s Catholic high schools build upon history and tradition to de-
liver a contemporary education to their students. At St. Mary’s High School in Manhasset, for instance, students learn on iPads for a dynamic, interactive program of studies. Sacred Heart Academy in Hempstead, an all-girls school of the Sisters of St. Joseph, science education is complemented by participation in local and national science fairs, and partnerships with Hofstra University’s Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science and
National Grid. In Riverhead, Bishop McGann-Mercy Diocesan High School students learn about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through hands-on work in the school’s Apple computer lab. Kellenberg Memorial High School’s Robotics Club brings those disciplines together from design to creation in a collaborative setting. Alumni of Catholic high schools remain close to the mission of their al-
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Catholic High Schools of L.I. mae matres. Years after graduating, you’ll see alumni return regularly to catch a Cougars football game at St. John the Baptist in West Islip. Oyster Bay’s St. Dominic High School welcomes college-age alumni back every winter for a convivial luncheon. At St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington, students realize that they are “classmates for four years, and Friars forever.” What keeps so many graduates connected to their Catholic high schools is the well-rounded, values-centered environment to form the complete person. It’s reinforced by daily Mass and food drives at Holy Trinity Diocesan High School in Hicksville. Y Young men of Chaminade High School in Mineola regularly perform service projects in the community. Young women are empowered by mission trips and a nurturing yet challenging program at Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset. A host of extracurricular activities and interscholastic sports at each school further develop friendship, faith, and understanding. The goal of each Catholic high school is as sacred as it is simple – to provide young people with an education that challenges, inspires, and prepares students to lead successful lives at work, at home, and in the community. The Catholic High Schools Entrance Exam is used for admission to these ten schools in the 9th grade. More information about it and the Catholic High Schools of Long Island may be found at www.CHSEE.org. Open Houses will also be scheduled for prospective candidates and their families in the fall.
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Together in Learning, Together in Christ and Together as Future Leaders. OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, January 26, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
• Early Childhood Programs • Full Day Nursery-8th Grade • After School Care Program • State of the Art Technology • Extracurricular Programs • Enrichment Programs • Middle School Sports
ST. AIDAN SCHOOL 70 years of excellence in education
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Schedule of school open houses Holy Angels Regional School
Notre Dame School
510 Narragansett Avenue, East Patchogue (631) 475-0422 www.holyangelsregional.org Principal: Mr. Michael B. Connell Open House Sunday, January 26th from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
45 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park (516) 354-5618 www.ndsnet.org Principal: Mrs. Caryn Durkin Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10 am - 1 pm. (following the 9 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass in the Church) Also offering classroom visits on Monday 9:30 am - 10:30 am or 1 pm - 2 pm and Tuesday- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Holy Child Academy 25 Store Hills Road, Old Westbury (516) 626-9300 www.holychildacademy.org Open House Sunday, January 26th from noon - 3 pm. Also, Tuesday, January 28th from 10 am - 12 noon
Holy Family School 17 Fordham Avenue, Hicksville (516) 938-3846 www.hfsli.org Principal: Mrs. Maryalice Doherty Open House Sunday, January 26 from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (following the 10:30 Opening Mass in the Church). Also Monday through Friday, January 27-31 from 9:00 am to 1:45 pm.
Holy Family Regional School 35 North Service Rd., Dix Hills (631) 543-0202 www.holyfamilyregional.com Principal: Mr. Brian J. Caltabiano Open House: All levels, N - 8, Sunday, January 26 from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm (following the 9:30 am Family Mass at Christ the King Church)
Holy Name of Mary School 55 E. Jamaica Avenue, Valley Stream (516) 825-4009 www.hnomschool.org Principal: Mrs. Pamela Sanders Open House Sunday, January 26th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm (following the 10:30 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass) and again Tuesday, January 28th from 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Long Beach Catholic School Regional School 315 E. Walnut Street, Long Beach (516) 432-8900 www.lbcrs.org Principal: Mrs. Kerry Kahn Open House Sunday, January 26th from 11 am -12:30 pm. Monday, January 27th - 9 am - 11 am Tuesday, January 28th, - 9 am -11 am Wednesday, January 29th - 7 pm - 8 pm Thursday, January 30th - 9 am - 11 am
Maria Regina School 3945 Jerusalem Avenue, Seaford (516) 541-1229 www.mariareginaschool.org Principal: Mrs. Leona Arpino Open House: Thursday evening, January 23rd - Early Childhood Open House - 6 pm - 8 pm for Nursery/ Pre-K/ Kindergarten. Sunday, January 26th - Maria Regina School Open House - All Grades Nursery through Grade 8 - 12 noon through 2:00 pm. (following the 10:30 am Family Mass in the Church) Also, Monday, January 27th - All Grades, Nursery through Grade 8 between 9:00 am and 10:00 am.
Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School 300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson (631) 473-1211 www.olowregional.org Principal: Mr. John Piropato Open House Sunday, January 26th from 12 noon - 2 pm. Also Thursday, January 30th from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm and again Saturday, February 1st from 4 pm - 8 pm
35 Dartmouth Street, Garden City (516) 352-1205 www.stannesgcschool.org Principal: Mr. Gene Fennell Open House Sunday, January 26th, 1 pm - 2:30 pm. (following the 11:45 Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass)
St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School
Our Lady Queen Of Apostles - Reg. 101 Maple Avenue, Westbury
65 Wright Avenue, Malverne (516) 599-7328 www.ollmalverne.org Principal: Katheen Cotiletta Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10:30 am - 12 noon following the Catholic Schools Week opening Mass, and again on Wednesday, January 29th from 9:30 - 11 am
25 Ocean Avenue, Center Moriches (631) 878-1033 www.olqany.org Principal: Fr. John Sureau Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10 am - 12 noon (following the 9 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church). Also Thursday evening, January 30th from 6 pm - 7:30 pm
Our Lady of Mercy School
Ss. Cyril & Methodius School
Our Lady of Lourdes School
St. Anne’s School
(516) 333-0580 www.stbolh.org Principal: Mr. Paul P. Clagnaz Open House Sunday, January 26 from 2 until 3:30 pm. Tours at other times can be arranged by calling (516) 344-0580 or emailing info@stbolh.org
St. Christopher School
500 South Oyster Bay Road, Hicksville (516) 433-7040 www.olmshicks.org Principal: Mrs. Jane Harrigan
125 Half Hollow Road, Deer Park (631) 667-6229 www.sscmweb.org Principal: Sr. Susan Snyder, CSJ
11 Gale Avenue, Baldwin (516) 223-4404 www.stchris-school.org Principal: Mrs. Marianne Carberry Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10:30 am - 1 pm (following the 9:30 am Catholic Schools Week opening Mass)
Our Lady of Providence Regional School
Ss. Philip and James School
St. Dominic School
84 Carleton Avenue, Central Islip (631) 234-6324 www.olprov.org Principal: Ms. Sharon Swift Imperati Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10 am - 2 pm. Additionally, tours will be offered Tuesday, January 28th beginning at 9:30 am - 11:30 am and again on Wednesday, January 29th from 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Our Lady of the Hamptons School 168 Hill Street, Southampton (631) 283-9140 www.olhamptons.org Principal: S. Kathryn Schlueter, CSJ Open House Sunday, January 26th beginning with a pancake breakfast at 8:30 am with school tours through 12 noon
Our Lady of Victory School 2 Floral Parkway, Floral Park (516) 352-4466 www.olvfp.org Principal: Mrs. Margaret Augello Open House Sunday, January 26: 11:30am-1:00PM - Tuesday, January 28: 10-11am
1 Carrow Place, St. James (631) 584-7896 www.sspj.org Principal: Mrs. Diane Anderson Open House Sunday, January 26th from 11 am - 1:30 pm (following the 10 am Catholic Schools Week opening Mass) and Thursday evening, January 30th from 6 pm - 7:30 pm
St. Agnes Cathedral School 29 Quealy Place, Rockville Centre (516) 678-5550 www.stagnes-school.org Principal: Mrs. Cecilia St. John Open House Sunday, January 26th following the Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass at 9:30 am there will be a Meet & Greet from 10:30 - 11 am in the Parish Center followed by Tours of the School from 11 am - 1 pm
St. Aidan School School 505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park (516) 746-6585 www.staidanschool.org Principal: Mrs. Julie O’Connell Open House Sunday, January 26 from 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (following the 9:00 am Mass in St. Aidan Church) in the Upper School and Lower School
93 Anstice Street, Oyster Bay (516) 922-4233 www.stdomsob.org Principal: Mr. Ronald Martorelli Open House Sunday, January 26th from 11 am - 1 pm (following the 10 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass) and again on Monday, January 27th from 9 am - 1 pm
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School 2323 Merrick Avenue, Merrick (516) 785-5709 www.steas.com Principal: Ms. Leeann Graziose Open House Sunday, January 26th from 11 am - 1 pm
St. John Paul II School 622 Pulaski Street, Riverhead (631) 727-1650 www.sjp2regional.org Principal: Mrs. Abbey Swiatkowski Open House Sunday January 26th from 12 noon - 2 pm and again Wednesday January 29th from 9 am - 11 am
St. Joseph School 130 Fifth Street, Garden City (516) 747-2730 www.st-josephschool.com Principal: Mr. Brian Colomban Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10 am - 12:30 pm (following the 9 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass)
St. Martin of Tours 37 Union Avenue, Amityville (631) 264-7166 www.smtschool.org Principal: Mr. Vincent Vizzo (acting) Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10 am - 12:30 am (following the 9 am Catholic Schools Week opening Mass) Continued on Page 41
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Schedule of school open houses Continued from Page 40
St. Mary School 20 Harrison Avenue, East Islip (631) 581-3423 www.saintmaryschoolei.org Principal: Ms. Laura McMahon Open House Saturday, January 25th from 10 am - 12 noon. Also Wednesday, January 29th from 9 am - 10 am
St. Mary’s Elementary School 1300 Northern Blvd., Manhasset (516) 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org Principal: Ms. Sarah De Venoge Open House Sunday, January 26th from 12 noon - 3 pm
St. Patrick School - Bay Shore 9 North Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore (631) 665-0569 www.spsbayshore.org Principal: Mrs. Roseann Petruccio Open House Sunday, January 26th from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (following the 9:30 am Catholic School’s Week Opening Mass) Also Monday, January 27th from 9:30 am - 10:30 am and from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm and Tuesday, January 28th from 9:30 am - 10:30 am and again from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.
St. Patrick School - Huntington
St. Raymond School
St. William the Abbot School
400 Main Street, Huntington (631) 385-3311 www.stpathunt.org Principal: Sr. Maureen McDade, RSM Open House Thursday, January 23rd from 3 pm - 7 pm
263 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway (516) 593-9010 www.srsny.org Principal: Sr. Ruthanne Gypalo, IHM Open House Sunday, January 26th. Following the 9 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass in the Church, guests are invited for breakfast in the cafeteria, followed by tours of the school from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm. Also Thursday, Jan. 30th from 9 am to 11 am.
2000 Jackson Avenue, Seaford (516) 785-6784 www.stwilliamtheabbot.net Principal: Mrs. Elizabeth Bricker Open House Sunday, January 26th from 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm. (following the 10:45 am Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass at St William the Abbot Church) Visit school web site for information on Early Childhood visits January 16th and 17th.
St. Rose of Lima School
Trinity Regional School
2 Bayview Avenue, Massapequa (516) 541-1546 www.stroseschool.net Principal: Mr. Brian Jensen Open House Tuesday, January 28th from 9:30 am - 10:45 am and again Tuesday evening from 7 pm - 8 pm
21 East Ninth Street, Huntington (631) 261-5130 www.trinityregional.org Principal: Ms. Patricia A. Ayers Open House Sunday, January 26: Open House – 9 am – 1 pm. (snow date Sunday, Feb. 2nd) Also Wednesday, January 30th from 9 am - 11 am.
St. Patrick School - Smithtown 280 E. Main Street, Smithtown (631) 724-0285 www.spssmith.org Principal: Mrs. Barbara Pellerito Open House Sunday, January 26th from 1 pm - 3 pm (following the noon Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass)
St. Peter of Alcantara School 1327 Port Washington Blvd. Port Washington (516) 944-3772 stpeterspw.org Principal: Deacon John Hogan Open House Sunday, January 26th 10:30 am - 1 pm (following the Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass at 9:30 am in the Church) Tours will begin from the Gymnasium for all our grade levels N 8. Student shadowing and prospective parent visits during the week.
St. Thomas the Apostle 24 Westminster Road, West Hempstead (516) 481-9310 www.stthomasschool.net Principal: Ms. Valerie Serpe Open House Sunday, January 26th from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (following the 10:30 CSW opening Mass) and Monday Friday January 27th - 31st - Daily Open House from 9:00 am - 11:00 am.
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#6 – We eectively use technology to enhance education. #7 – We emphasize moral development and self-discipline. #8 – We prepare students to be productive citizens and future leaders. #9 – We provide a balanced curriculum that integrates faith, culture and life. #10 – We cultivate a faculty and sta of people who are dedicated, caring and eective. # 11 – We set high standards for student achievement – then helps each student succeed. #12 – Virtually all of our students graduate to attend a prestigious Catholic high school and 99 percent of them go on to college.
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Letter from bishop of Rockville Centre It is with joy, enthusiasm and purposedriven mission, that I invite you to celebrate National Catholic Schools Week from January 26, 2020 through February 1, 2020. Together, we recognize the extraordinary contribution that our Catholic schools across Long Island make by forming young missionary disciples on fire with love for our Lord Jesus and the mission of the Catholic Church. At the same time, we recognize our collective responsibility towards the future of Catholic education in our Diocese. Enrollment and investment in our Catholic schools depends on the leadership of each individual Catholic. Our willingness to witness to the transformative and destiny-changing experience of Catholic education to the families we meet makes all the difference. Pope Saint John Paul II once said: “In order that the Catholic school and the Catholic teacher may truly make their irreplaceable contribution to the Church and to the world, the goal of Catholic education itself must be crystal clear. Catholic education is above all a question of communicating Christ, of helping to form Christ in the lives of others”. In Catholic Schools Week 2020, our Catholic Schools recommit themselves to helping parents and extended families form successful, servant leaders who help drive dramatic missionary growth on Long Island and beyond. Sincerely in Christ, Most Reverend John O. Barres Bishop of Rockville Centre
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Letter from schools superintendent Catholic Schools Week is a time to celebrate and share all the wonderful opportunities that our schools provide for students and their families. The supportive environment that is found in each of our schools is second to none! Our schools are faith communities within whose walls extraordinary people are working to build the Kingdom of God. Our faith adds a dimension to learning that creates a personal relationship with God that will grow throughout a student’s life. The gift of a Catholic education would not
be possible without the deep level of commitment and sacrifice from our parents, parishioners, pastors, staff and broader communities. Thank you for entrusting to us the academic and spiritual education of your child. We are filled with gratitude for your passion and commitment for Catholic education. I’d like to invite you to take some time to visit our schools during Catholic Schools Week. Come and see the many programs our students are engaged in that enable them to compete and excel in the world today. Come
and see first handedly the quality instruction and academic rigor that is present in our classrooms each and every day. Experience the joy of the gospel alive in our schools and see what a difference a Catholic school education makes! Thank you for you support! Wishing you God’s blessings, Dr. Kathleen Walsh Superintendent of Schools Diocese of Rockville Centre
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ST. BRIGID/OUR LADY OF HOPE REGIONAL SCHOOL 101 Maple Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590
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Every morning at St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School, two eighth graders lead the community in the pledge, prayers and announcements. The final words of the announcements are, “St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School, a place where faith shapes the spirit, family shapes the heart, and knowledge shapes the mind.”
FAITH: At St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School we share our faith not only in formal religion classes but also in how we conduct ourselves. The adults in the building strive to preach the Gospel in words and actions as witnesses to our students. The rich cultural diversity of the school community is celebrated, and Christian values are woven into daily activities. A powerful expression of our faith in action is our response to those in need. We partner with St. Brigid’s Parish Outreach throughout the year for food drives, gifts at Christmas and Mother’s Day Baby Shower. Beyond our local community, we reach out to veterans groups, residents in assisted living facilities and animal welfare groups. We even reach out globally through Catholic Relief Services.
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FAMILY: Building community helps us
EDUCATING THE WHOLE CHILD:
feel like a family. Not only do we often gather to pray, we also get together to celebrate and break bread. Activities throughout the year bring students, families and school staff together. They include ice cream socials, pasta suppers, fellowship after Mass, Thanksgiving feasts and dances. Every time we get together, we build relationships. Recently we served breakfast for 300. Even Santa joined us! For the last two years we have sponsored a 5K Run/Walk through the streets of Westbury. Our family includes the greater community as well.
In addition to academics, students explore their gifts in the arts and on the athletic field. Our fine arts programs include vocal and instrumental music, drama, visual arts and dance. Our middle school students participate in three seasons of interscholastic sports – cross country, basketball and volleyball. All members of the school community gain knowledge of our loving God, knowledge of the world around us and knowledge of themselves!
KNOWLEDGE: State of the art technology supports our academic program and turns everyday lessons into interactive learning experiences. Our academic program prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond. High school level Regents courses in math and science are offered in 8th grade. Passing rates are 100%, many with distinction.
Open House during Catholic Schools Week is Sunday, January 26, 2019, from 2 until 3:30 PM. Tours start from the lobby on Maple Avenue. Call the office (516-333-0580) or email info@stbolh.org to arrange a school visit at other times.
University partnerships have been forged with St. John’s University School of Law and Molloy College. Other enrichment opportunities for all grade levels (K-8) are offered during and after school.
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St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School • 101 Maple Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590
Come visit our Open House Sunday January 26, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Learn more about our programs for Toddler through Eighth Grade
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A gentle introduction to preschool for 24 months + (separation program) Meets twice per week (1.5 hours each day)
Nursery School for 3 year olds Pre-K for 4 year olds
• Half day and full day programs are available for 3 and 5 days a week • After school program is available until 5:30 pm Full Day Kindergarten, Elementary Grades 1-5 and Middle School Grades 6-8
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