The St. Clare Difference
At St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School, we offer more than an education—we offer an exceptional experience that equips students to thrive academically, spiritually, and personally. Our small, close-knit community ensures that every child is known, supported, and encouraged to reach their God-given potential. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction that meets each student’s unique needs. Our learners challenge themselves and each other to reach their highest potential while being supported every step of the way. Discover the 10 core strengths that help our students flourish academically, spiritually, and personally.
1. Classical Education Rooted In Catholic Tradition
St. Clare is dedicated to providing a well-rounded, rigorous classical education while fostering a strong foundation in faith. Students focus on quality literature, develop advanced writing skills, and master math skills through an award-winning mathematics curriculum. Other curricular offerings include grammar, Latin, logic and rhetoric, STEM and history.
2. Various Extracurricular and Enrichment Opportunities
At St. Clare, every student explores their creativity and expression through vibrant courses in Art and Music— which includes Choir and Band. Additional opportunities include BEST Robotics, Chess, Drama and Marketing Club. Classes also lead service projects within the community.
3. Mission-Oriented and Unified Staff
St. Clare’s teachers provide an advanced faith-based education in collaboration with the Religious Sisters of Mercy. Our unified staff values a highly collaborative approach to education.
4. Comprehensive Faith-Formation
St. Clare students receive Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) and Theology courses under the guidance of the Religious Sisters of Mercy. We offer frequent access to the sacraments, including Mass twice a week.
5. Individualized Attention and Competitive Academics
Our small class sizes permit individualized attention and allow us to accommodate students of all ability levels. Our community of learners challenge themselves and each other to reach their highest potential.
6. Virtue Program
St. Clare’s Education in Virtue program fosters character development in all grades helping students to grow in virtue, strengthen self-discipline, and make good choices guided by integrity and compassion.
7. Athletic Department & Physical Education
Our athletic program features Physical Education classes, as well as a year-round sports program for middle school students. Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Track & Pom/Cheer.
8. Events & Tradition
Saint Clare is a school filled with traditions such as our annual Christmas Pageant, Fall Festival, Mercy Day celebration, Spring Concert, and poetry recitations, to name a few.
9. Inclusive Education
At St. Clare, students strive to develop their full potential intellectually, socially, and emotionally with high-quality instruction in inclusive class settings among their peers. Families of all faiths and backgrounds are welcomed.
10. Parent Involvement & Collaboration
We highly value our partnership with our parents and their integral role in their child’s education. Our families are present, whether at school Masses, at our many school events, or for monthly Adoration.
DISCOVER THE ST. CLARE DIFFERENCE
We know families have many questions when exploring a school, from academics and student life to faith formation and community. To make it easy, we’ve compiled our most frequently asked questions into a comprehensive guide.
