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Big Hearts, Bright Minds, and a Whole Lot of Faith!
St. Catherine Catholic School offers a faith-based, academically rigorous education where students grow as responsible leaders rooted in Catholic values. Supported by our parishes, we promote diversity, service, and individual growth in a safe, caring environment. We are proud to be accredited by the Florida Catholic Council.
Our Mission
Saint Catherine Catholic School provides a Christ-centered education and a strong Catholic foundation where children can strengthen their relationship with God and prepare for life's challenges and their service to others.
Our Philosophy
Acknowledging our partnership as the school community of Saint Catherine, we promise to work together to:
• Teach the message revealed by God which the Church proclaims
• Foster and nurture each student’s faith through prayer, the Sacraments, attending Mass, and community service
• Recognize all students have their own unique level of ability and achievement
• Build a positive self-concept and sense of self-worth in each student entrusted to our care
• Provide a curriculum in which students will experience a constructive pattern of growth leading to personal fulfillment and future success as lifelong learners
• Provide a foundation of skills that will enable all students to be creative users of technology both now and in the future Students attend Saint Catherine
Catholic School to develop fully their God-given talents and abilities. To accomplish this, students are expected to:
• Do their best work always
• Show respect for the work of their teachers, volunteers, and peer
• Treat all members of the school community with respect
• Obey all school policies, procedures, and responsibilities
• Develop personal standards of conduct that reflect Christian morals and behavior
• Observe the school dress code, including standards on non-uniform days.
• Help care for school property and keep the school free from damage and defacement
Principal's Message
Welcome to our website! At St. Catherine Catholic School, we emphasize our Catholic identity and help every student achieve their highest academic potential. The school was established in 2008-09 by St. Catherine Parish. We have two campuses located in the heart of Sebring, Florida, serving over 170 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As one of 18 Catholic schools in the Diocese of Venice, St. Catherine’s offers a challenging curriculum with an emphasis on STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). There are also several afterschool clubs and organizations where students can discover and develop their gifts and talents, such as Book Club, Art Club, Chess Club, STREAM Club, Cantor Club, National Junior Honor Society, and more.
With an emphasis on strong faith, academic excellence, and a caring family atmosphere, St. Catherine’s establishes the momentum for students to succeed in high school, college, and beyond.
St. Catherine’s is accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference (FCC) and the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). St. Catherine’s offers a VPK program, after-school care, after-school tutoring, and transportation to our sister parishes: St. Michael’s in Wauchula; Our Lady of Grace in Avon Park, and St. James in Lake Placid (bus stops at Santiago Mission and Campo San Jose). Scholarships and Financial Aid are available.
I encourage you to call the school at 863-385-7300 if you would like more information or to schedule a tour of our campuses. We would be honored to meet you and personally introduce you to the blessings of St Catherine Catholic School.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Mr. Steven Cullipher, M. Ed.
Principal
Administrative Staff
Leyda Calvillo
Student Records
Taliah Emilio
Receptionist
Toni Joyce
Advancement
Gloria Lopez
Admissions
Teaching Staff
Assisstant Teachers
Lytza Reyes
Teacher Assistant
Mauricia Gomez
Teacher Assistant
Issa Domisiw
Teacher Assistant
Dulce Diaz
Teacher Assistant
Support Staff
Selena Briones
Bus Attendant
Hector Rivera
Physical Plant
Antonio Valdivia
Bus Driver
Strategic Plan
St. Catherine Catholic School has embarked on a 3-year strategic planning process to ensure our continuous school improvement journey. Please see the Plan for specific goals we have set for the coming years.
Safe Environment/Volunteer Requirements
As part of the Safe Environment Program, the Diocese of Venice requires all employees and volunteers who work with children and/or vulnerable adults be fingerprinted and trained in Safe Environment. For more information, visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/safeenvironment
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