A loving home is a child’s foundation
… and parents are the first teachers. Our school builds upon this foundation. St. Catherine provides a safe environment where families of all faiths are welcomed and encouraged. We provide students a well-rounded, excellent personalized education. We prepare our students for bright futures through a multiage classroom and personalized learning approach.
St. Catherine’s is a K-8 Catholic school that focuses on developing students’ character and moral values, teaching virtues such as kindness, compassion, and respect for others. We aim to create a safe and supportive environment where students feel valued and respected.
Support Programs
Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC)
St. Catherine is thrilled to partner with the Ignatian Volunteer Corps. IVC is a faith-based non-profit that was founded in 1995 by two Jesuit priests who envisioned matching the life experiences and spiritual longings of men and women (50 or older) with established community organizations serving the poor and marginalized. These volunteers bring 1:1 reading support to scholars in grades 1-5 and focus on phonics, vocabulary, and reading fluency. The 1:1 reading program is a weekly support in which students work on building their reading comprehension skills along with connecting with a member of the community.
Catapult Learning
St. Catherine collaborates with Catapult Learning, a program designed to inspire and encourage academic achievement for students. Our Catapult teacher works with small groups of students to provide additional instruction in reading and math. Groups of students in 5K through 8th grade meet for 120 minutes a week to supplement what they’re learning from their teachers. Our partnership with Catapult Learning strengthens our ability to provide strong academics and to prepare students for future success.
Response to Intervention (RTI)
Response to Intervention (RtI) is a multi-tiered approach designed to help all students succeed in school. The RtI teacher works with small groups of students in Kindergarten through third grade. RtI provides personalized instruction tailored to the specific needs of each student, helping them learn at their own pace and in ways that work best for them. RtI encourages collaboration among parents, teachers, and specialists to support student learning, ensuring that everyone is working together to help the student succeed.
Corrective Reading and Math
These Corrective programs are designed to help students who need additional support with reading and math skills. They provide targeted instruction that addresses specific areas where students need extra support. Corrective Reading focuses on improving students’ decoding, comprehension, and fluency skills, helping them become more confident and proficient readers. Corrective Math aims to strengthen students’ understanding of mathematical concepts and improve their problem-solving abilities. Both programs are structured to ensure students receive the individualized attention they need to succeed, making learning more accessible and enjoyable.