The Times Herald (Norristown, PA)
A dozen reasons to choose St. Teresa of Calcutta Education Center
St. Teresa of Calcutta Education Center
When faced with the decision to select a school for your child to attend, it involves a significant amount of consideration. You want to find a school that fosters your student’s development academically, socially and emotionally. St. Teresa of Calcutta Education Center can offer that and more, including spiritual growth, in a positive, supportive environment.
THE NATIONAL CATHOLIC EDUCATION ASSOCIATION PROVIDES A DOZEN REASONS TO CHOOSE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: 1. We offer an education that combines Catholic faith and teachings with academic excellence.
2. We partner with parents in the faith formation of their children.
3. We set high standards for student achievement and help them succeed.
4. We provide a balanced academic curriculum that integrates faith, culture and life.
5. We use technology effectively to enhance education.
6. We instill in students the value of service to others. 7. We teach children respect of self and others.
8. We emphasize moral development and selfdiscipline.
9. We prepare students to be productive citizens and future leaders.
10. We have a 99% high school graduation rate; 85% of our graduates go to college.
11. We cultivate a faculty and staff who are dedicated, caring and effective.
12. We provide a safe and welcoming environment for all.
IN ADDITION, HERE ARE A DOZEN MORE REASONS TO CHOOSE ST. TERESA OF CALCUTTA EDUCATION CENTER: 1. Our state-of-the-art Education Center provides faith-based education and high quality academics for kindergarten through eighth grade.
2. Our full-day kindergarten program includes a board certified teacher with a teacher’s aide.
3. Our beautiful campus includes a Child Care Center for children 6 weeks of age to Preschool 4; in addition a before and after school CARES program is available. 4. In 2020, the community voted for our Education Center and Child Care Center to receive the Mercury Readers Choice Awards.
5. We are a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence — awarded to exemplary high performing schools, including public and nonpublic schools.
6. In 2019, we were recognized by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia as a School of Distinguished Instruction for the students’ high achievement in the Terra Nova standardized testing program.
7. Our graduating class of 2019 was awarded over $200,000 in scholarships to college preparatory high schools.
8. Our Pandemic Response Team developed and implemented a successful protocol plan that has allowed our school to provide in-person learning since September.
9. Our National Board Certified teachers have more than 270 combined years of teaching experience.
10. We have met the rigorous and comprehensive standards and requirements to earn Middle States Accreditation. 11. To prepare our students for the 21st century, every classroom is equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard, and an HP Chromebook laptop computer is available for every student.
12. Currently, 37% of our St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School students that are attending Pope John Paul II High School are enrolled in Advanced Placement courses. These are demanding, college-level courses for high performing students.
The St. Teresa of Calcutta Education Center faculty and staff are dedicated to developing confident and responsible citizens in our community. To schedule a Zoom or in-person tour, contact our admissions office at 610-287-2500 ext 3004 or via email to stcadmissions@ school.stteresacalcutta.com.
For more information on registration and to view our virtual tour, visit www.stcschool.com. Early registration is highly recommended, limited spaces available in select grades. Transfer grants and financial aid are available for eligible students. We hope you give St. Teresa of Calcutta, 256 Swamp Pike, Schwenksville, the opportunity to make a difference in your child’s life.