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Mission Statement
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Our Catholic School is committed to providing an
educational foundation which focuses on spiritual, academic, physical and social
development, so that our students will grow to know, love and serve God, family and
community. |
Philosophy
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The philosophy of St. Benilde School is based on the
premise that our school shares in the great mission of the church to reveal Christ to the
world. We recognize the dignity of each student as a unique individual, made in the
image of god and destined for eternal life. As an educational community our intent
is to enable our students, through a challenging curriculum, to reach their full potential
as Christian individuals committed to serving God, family and community. In today's
world of ever-changing technology, we strive to create an environment conducive to the
spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth of each student
entrusted to our care. In the power of Christ, with Mary the Mother of God as our
model, we endeavor to benefit from the past , to live the present to the fullest, and to
prepare for the future. |
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Discipline
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The faculty of St. Benilde School holds the belief
that ultimately the only discipline code that can serve the needs of faculty, students and
parents is one that develops self-discipline. It is with this concept in mind that
our discipline code was adopted. The faculty, parents and students work closely to
achieve the final goal of ensuring that discipline is an integral part of each student's
life, rather than a separate entity--something outside him/herself. |
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environment for all students. Cooperation with school regulations lays the
foundation for the students' future citizenship. Students are expected to act in
accord with school regulations and Christian values at all times. Parental support
of school policy is essential. |
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Admission and Registration Policies
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Children entering Preschool, Kindergarten and 1st
grade must be 3,4,5 and 6 years old respectively by September 30, and those entering 1st
grade must have successfully completed Kindergarten. |
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Registration fee, birth and baptismal certificates,
and health records must be presented at the time of registration. Applicants
transferring fromanother school must also present their report card together with a
statement of good standing from their former school. An interview with the principal
is required before students are admitted to our upper grades. Tuition payments must
be current before any student can register or return to St. Benilde. |
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Registration will take place on the dates perscribed
by the Archdiocesan Office of Education (usually in February or March). |
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Order of registration is as follows: 1)
Students presently enrolled in the school and brothers and sisters entering for the first
time; 2) New in-parish Church-supporting students; 3) Out -of-parish St. Benilde
Church-supporting students; 4) Out-of-parish students will be permitted to enrol in St.
Benilde School when vacancies arise and when the necessary permission is obtained from the
pastors. |
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St. Benilde School admits students of any race,
color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities
generally accorded or made available to students at its school. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in adminstration of
the education policies, adminissions policies, and athletic and other school-administered
programs. |
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Academic Programs |
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St. Benilde School is a state-approved Archdiocesan School with an
enrollment of approximately 330 students. The school has been recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education and has received the nation's highest honor, known as the Blue
Ribbon Schools Award. |
| Core Instructional Program |
| Religion |
Science |
P.E./ Health |
Music |
| Math |
Social Studies |
Art |
Library |
| Language Arts |
Computer |
French |
Exploratory |
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| An Accelerated eighth grade program
is offered for possible high school credits in English I and Algebra I. |
| Enrichment |
Student Services |
| Religion Fair |
Quiz Bowl |
School Social Worker |
| Science Fair |
Spelling Bee |
Language Arts Lab |
| Social Studies Fair |
Accelerated Reader |
Math Lab |
| Art/Creative Writing |
Accelerated Math |
Homework Session |
| Summer Reading |
Geography Bee |
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| DARE |
Math-a-thon |
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| Trike-a-thon |
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| Extra-Curricular Activities |
| Mary's Club |
Guitar |
Yearbook |
| Altar Boys |
Mission Club |
Proudly Pro-Life |
| Buddy System |
Jr. Altar Society |
Drama |
| Builder's Club |
Intramurals |
Student Cuoncil |
| Cheerleading |
Safety Patrol |
Choir |
| Chess Club |
Scouts |
Sports Teams |
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Early Childhood Programs
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The St. Benilde Pre-School Program is a structured
learning program which emphasizes religious training, motor skills, listening and
readiness skills, language development, math, music, geography, and science. | |
Three and four year olds are nurtured in a happy and
positive environment that develops self-displine and self-esteem. The program
occupies The Loreto Early Learning Center on the school campus and has its own play area.
The curriculum is designed to build a solid foundation that will ensure succcessful
development in all aspects of the child's life -- socially, cognitively, emotionally,
physically, and most important, in his/her love of God and His creations. |
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Extended Care |
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Care will be provided for an additional fee on the
school campus for St. Benilde students from Pre-School - 8th grade. Options offered
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Before School Care |
7:00 a.m. until bell time |
| After School
Care |
Regular Dissmissal: bell time -
6:00 p.m |
| Early Dismissal: bell time - 6:00
p.m |
Snacks and drinks provided.
Supervised homework
Activities and Games |
| Holiday Care |
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Lunch available at a nominal cost |
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Community Involvement |
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St. Benilde School challenges the individual to learn
and grow in commitment to God, family and community. Our Catholic school is
committed to work in partnership with families. We actively invite parents,
grandparents and alumni to join us in our challenge to create a Christian atmosphere for
learning. |
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Home & School Association:
Our parents' club is a very active group which meets once per quarter. At the
meetings guest speakers provide insight on timely topics and parents are kept abrest of
current events in the school. |
| Men's Club: The dads of our
parish have regular meetings and guest speakers. Among the activities they sponsor
is a summer cabbage ball program which enables our children to learn to compete in a fun
atmosphere. |
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Grandparents:
We encourage our
grandparents to become involved in our school community and many do. We have special
days for the students to invite their grandparents to school for mass and activities. |
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Location |
| St. Benilde located between
West Napoleon Ave and West Metaire Ave. and Cleary and Causway Ave.
Our address is 1801 Division Street, Metairie, LA 70001 |
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