Hollidaysburg Catholic School

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Mission
 

Mission

It is the mission of Hollidaysburg Catholic School to guide each child through his/her educational and spiritual development in becoming a faith-filled Christian adult. We are committed to helping each student reach his/her potential spiritually, academically and socially by setting high performance standards and pursuing excellence in all areas. Garnering steadfast support and participation from St. Michael’s and St. Mary’s parish communities, Hollidaysburg Catholic School continues to be an esteemed institution of learning. Hollidaysburg Catholic School continues to be an esteemed institute of learning. Our enriching environment is guided by timeless principles. We feel by cultivating a Christian education, developing character, encouraging compassion, and maintaining high quality we nurture the human, religious, and intellectual growth of students.

 

 
 

Cultivating Christian Education

            Vibrant and Interactive Liturgies

            Student-driven Liturgical Devotions

            Spiritual Sacramental Preparation

            Faith-Based Curriculum and Daily Devotions

Fostering Education…

Devoted and Certified Teaching Staff with over 175 years of Combined Teaching Experience

Current and Challenging Curriculum – Pre-School through Eighth Grades

Accreditation – Middle States Association Elementary Schools and Colleges

            Pre-School 3 year-old, 4 year-old and Full-Day Kindergarten Option

            Award-Winning Science and Reading Programs

Scholastic Reading Counts Software

            Wireless School-Wide Computer Network

            Bi-Lingual Education Program (Spanish) K -8th

            Lively Music Instruction

Developing Character…

        Faith-Based Curriculum and Daily Devotions

            Monthly Mass Celebrations and Liturgy Participation        

Zero Tolerance No Bully Program

            Fair-Play Sports Leagues: Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Ski Club & more

Encouraging Compassion…

Community Service Projects: Adopt-a-Veteran, Lenten Lunches,

Holy Childhood, Food Drives      

            Award-Winning Intergenerational Visiting Program with St. Leonard’s Home

Maintaining Quality…

          Intermediate Unit 8 Support and Intervention – Reading/Speech and Guidance Specialists

Renovated Library and Newly Constructed Learning Center with Classroom/Assembly Area

            Annual Participation in Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science & National Geography Bee

            Bi-Annual Unit 8 Interscholastic Reading Competition

 

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