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Dear Parents and Students,
Come Grow in God’s Love! Thank you for your interest in enrolling your child(ren) at St. Isidore Parish School. Our Catholic school has been opened since 1962 and doubled its classrooms in 1997. St. Isidore School has duel-accreditation by WCEA (Western Catholic Education Association) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges). We instill in our students the value of service and living by the Gospel values. St. Isidore School is a community of remarkable teachers, staff, students, and parents that work together to create success in each child’s life. If you have any questions about enrollment or would like to take a tour, please call Jean Schroeder at 837-2977. We look forward to welcoming you to our school.
School History
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The construction of our school building was started in 1957 as a facility for CCD programs. One side of the main corridor contained four classrooms for this purpose. For two years, St. Isidore loaned space to the public school district as service to the community while plans were being made to open our Catholic school.
In September l962, the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia provided a staff of four Sisters to open the school. The first eighth grade class graduated in 1967. The kindergarten was started by Mrs. Marguerite Slavonia in 1982. The new lobby was built, along with additional resource rooms and a classroom in the fall of 1987. Thirteen classrooms were added for the 1997-98 school year.
St. Isidore School actively involves parents in the educational process. The faculty and staff strive to challenge the full potential of each student. The subject areas have been enhanced with programs in art, computers, foreign language, physical education, and music.
The U. S. Department of Education in 1993-94 awarded St. Isidore’s the status of being a Blue Ribbon School. We were nationally recognized as a school of academic excellence, and we continue to promote high academic standards while providing a quality, caring, Catholic education for all our students.
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School Philosophy
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St. Isidore School is a Catholic elementary school that supports the belief that parents are the primary educators of their children. As facilitators of this process, we are committed to support and assist parents in preparing their children as Catholics for life in our complex, technological, and ever-changing world. We believe that this mission must focus and maintain our children’s growth toward becoming educated, ethical, caring adults. We place emphasis on academic excellence, providing opportunities for the students to extend their abilities to reason and think in creative ways to apply what they know to the world around them, and to work together for common goals. We recognize and respect the individuality and dignity of all members of the school community. Collectively we provide the tools needed for students to develop an awareness and application of Catholic principles, Gospel values, and spiritual growth necessary to prepare them for a life of faith-filled service.
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Mission Statement
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St. Isidore Parish School is committed to providing a quality, caring, Catholic education for students. We respect and promote the dignity of the students in a safe, nurturing environment based on the Gospel values. We are dedicated to creating an atmosphere that supports academic excellence and responsible citizenship through service to God and each other.
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School-Wide Learning Expectations
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St. Isidore Students are:
Active Christians who
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• Understand and demonstrate the teachings of the Catholic Church
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| • Live and share the Gospel values |
| • Participate in the communal life of the church |
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• Respond to social justice issues through stewardship to the church and global community
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Lifelong Learners who
| • Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving abilities |
| • Exercise time management and organizational skills |
| • Research and analyze information effectively |
| • Express creativity and individual learning styles |
| • Are accountable and responsible for their academic growth |
Effective Communicators who
| • Articulate written thoughts clearly and competently |
| • Speak with confidence and conviction |
| • Utilize active listening skills |
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• Respect the ideas and opinions of others
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| • Apply the tools of technology to everyday learning |
Socially Responsible Citizens who
| • Accept the challenges of life as opportunities for growth |
| • Recognize and celebrate diversity |
| • Respect self, others, and the environment |
| • Develop and maintain healthy habits of mind, body, and spirit |
| • Respond to the needs of others with compassion |
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Application Information
The Following Are Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:
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Q1.
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How many students are in each class?
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We have two classes per grade level. Grades 1-8 has 36 per class. Grade K has 18 per class ( with four sections - two a.m. and two p.m)
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What are the tuition fees?
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Tuition fees for 2009-10 are as follows:
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Tuition For
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In Parish
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Out of Parish
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1 child
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$5,975
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$6,070
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2 children
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$11,350
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$11,535
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3 children
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$15,835
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$16,110
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4 children
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$19,420
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$19,795
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Q3.
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What other admission fees are charged?
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Registration Fee
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1 Child
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$200
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2 Children
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$375
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3 Children
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$525
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4 Children
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$650
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Q4.
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What are the school hours?
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Regular school schedule
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7:50 AM. to 2:50 PM
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Grade K – AM
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7:50 AM - 11:30 PM
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Grade K – PM
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11:30 AM-2:50 PM
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Minimum Days
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7:50 AM - 12:15 PM
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Q5.
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Is there Child Care?
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We are very proud of our Kids Konnection. The facility is open from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. when school is in session. For payment options see the Kids Konnection section of the website (click here).
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For more About Us, look at our Family Handbook for Policies and Procedures, as well as other areas on our website for more specific information.
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