WHERE EVERYONE IS FAMILY WELCOME St Catherine of

WHERE EVERYONE IS FAMILY WELCOME! St. Catherine of Genoa School

Mission Statement St. Catherine of Genoa School builds a strong foundation of academic excellence while embracing the Catholic faith, respecting diversity, and fostering community.

Did you know? • Our school provides a safe and disciplined environment. • Our staff and administration provide a caring, nurturing environment that enables each student to grow in God’s love. • 99% of our graduates attend college in the future. • We offer many extracurricular activities such as: girls and boys basketball, middle school sports (soccer, floor hockey, and flag football), choir, altar service, girl scouts, band, and a rosary prayer group.

21 st Century Technology • • • Our up-to-date computer lab provides students with technological experiences necessary to succeed in the 21 st century Each classroom is equipped with Smart. Boards to further enhance learning and student interaction. Our school is currently being wireless enabled to ensure use of tablets and i. Pads.

Report Card of Excellence Academic Faith Life Excellence and Values long Impact

Academic Excellence Our students… • Outperform their peers in reading and math • Score 50% higher than the national average • Receive instruction from high quality, innovative teachers

Faith and Values Our school… • Provides a safe, disciplined environment • Fosters Catholic identity and values and promotes moral development • Supports and motivates students to learn and excel • Respects and welcomes students of all races, nationalities, and religions

Life Long Impact Our students’ futures… Eighth grade graduates of a private school are twice as likely as other students to graduate from college Catholic school students have higher levels of education and earn higher household incomes Catholic school students experience fewer drug and alcohol problems.

Activity Highlight COOKING CLASS Weekly classes organized by Pre. K and Kindergarten teachers Focus is on seasonal and multicultural menu items Pre. K-Kindergarten Benefits students as a cross curriculum teaching tool where measuring, mixing, listening, and following instructions captivate the young learners

Activity Highlight INTRAMURALS Participate in basketball, soccer, floor hockey, and flag football Builds community in a fun and competitive way Emphasizes team work Grade 6 -8 Sports Led by student captains with leadership qualities Keeps students active and healthy

Student Snapshot JAMES CASSIDY Grade 7 Achieves Honor Roll each term Winner of the school’s 2010 Science Fair Enjoys learning about Ancient Egypt and the Human Body Enjoys the community feel of a private school and is looking to continue in a private high school Loves the middle school sports program where he is captain and winner of “Best Effort” award Plays soccer for Billerica traveling team

Teacher Snapshot MISS TOPPI Kindergarten St. Catherine School Kindergarten teacher for 20 years Director of Afterschool Program, Developer of Pre. K-Kindergarten Cooking Class and new Spanish class Enjoys teaching Phonics and the excitement of helping students progress and become readers Also enjoys teaching the children about the 5 senses and their awe at how the lack of one sense creates strength in the remaining senses “Everything you need to know – in life – is taught in Kindergarten!”

Alumni Snapshot JILL GORSKI Middle School Teacher 1989 Graduate of St. Catherine School Attended Assumption College (B. A. ) and Boston University (MEd) Developed intramural sports league at St. Catherine’s Little League coach in Cambridge for over 20 years “Being a St. Catherine student taught me respect and self-discipline. The spirit of service was also instilled in me; volunteering is one of the main sources of happiness for me. ”

Parent Testimonials “We choose to educate our children at Saint Catherine of Genoa School because of the school diversity, spirituality, and strong focus on academic excellence. " “At Saint Catherine School, my child benefits from a small, close-knit community led by caring teachers and a caring Principal. Their motto, Where everyone is family, rings true each day. ”

ST. CATHERINE OF GENOA SCHOOL WHERE EVERYONE IS FAMILY Enroll in your child’s future at St. Catherine of Genoa School Contact Principal Marian Burns 617. 666. 9116 Thank you for visiting with us.