St. Patrick School
Website: stpatrickkc.com
School Mission Statement
The mission of St. Patrick School is to provide a rich and child-centered educational environment, where all students experience the living presence of Jesus; and where each individual student is led to attain his/her highest level of academic excellence.
Rigorous Curriculum
As an educational community, we are committed to ongoing school improvement. We set yearly goals for student achievement based on standardized test and other data. Our curriculum meets and exceeds Missouri State Standards and Grade Level Expectations for students. Educational resources and training include research-based best practices of the highest quality possible. Student learning is ensured through authentic, active engagement in challenging lessons designed and implemented by highly qualified teachers. Our faculty participates in continuous staff development in order to provide innovative and motivating lessons and materials for students.
Relevant Programs
An essential piece of St. Patrick School education is providing students with learning opportunities they would not experience elsewhere. While all of our students receive instruction in the fine arts, physical education, and computers, we also provide a comprehensive Spanish language program in all grades. Through a partnership with St. Pius High School, we offer weekly instruction to eighth graders in the French language and culture. Extra-curricular programs feature after-school clubs, including science, technology, writing, and book clubs. Our new Summer Academy features enriching high-interest camps for students from Pre K through eighth grade.
Roman Catholic Values
At St. Patrick School, the presence of Jesus Christ is apparent in every classroom. Through daily instruction in our faith, weekly student masses, and periodic school-wide liturgies, students build relationships with Jesus Christ and with one another. As Catholics we are dedicated to helping others; our students consistently participate in service projects aimed at assisting the poor, the elderly, and those who are ill. Our students and teachers respect and care for one another. We are a family here and we enjoy engaging in numerous activities throughout the school year that bring different grades and age levels together.
“From the moment that a student sets foot in a Catholic school, he or she ought to have the impression of entering a new environment, one illumined by the light of faith, and having its own unique characteristics. The environment must be permeated with the Gospel spirit of love and freedom.” (Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph website)
Saint Patrick School Board
The School Board provides input to the pastor and principal on policies that govern Saint Patrick School. Members are selected from the parish at large, and from parents who have students enrolled in the school. Meetings are held on a regular monthly schedule. These meetings are open to anyone who wants to attend. Minutes of School Board meetings are available by request through the school office.
Saint Patrick School Parent Teacher Organization
Meeting of the P.T.O. take place each month. The objectives are: to promote the ideals of Catholic education; to promote clearer understanding of the mutual educational responsibilities of parent & teacher & to encourage a greater degree of cooperation in fulfilling their responsibilities to promote the general welfare & safety of the students. Parents are urged to become actively involved in the P.T.O.
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Sports Program
Saint Patrick School Sports Program sponsors all athletic activities & team sports for the parish. The sports program is in charge of the purchasing of sports equipment, sport uniforms, league fees & tournaments. For more information please call the school office.
Saint Patrick Extended Day Program
Our school provides care for students requiring supervision before and after school. This program enrolls students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade. For information call 453-0971 ext. 16