St.
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
Youth Ministry grades
6-8 provided by the Parish.
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.
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