Thank you for your interest in the Academy of Saint Dorothy. We are anxious to get to know you and discuss how we can serve your child’s needs. With Jesus as our foundation, the Academy of Saint Dorothy is a community of learning. We are committed to the intellectual, social, physical and spiritual development and growth of our students, faculty and staff.
School At-a-GlanceFree half-day Universal Pre-K (UPK Site # 31RAAA) with Pre-K 4 extended day; Pre-K through 8th Grade. The Academy of St. Dorothy was founded in 1932 by the Sisters of St. Dorothy. The Sisters continue to be involved with the spiritual guidance of the children and their families. The Academy of Saint Dorothy is an AdvancED accredited school, featuring air-conditioned classrooms with technology integrated into various aspects of classroom instruction. Drama, Girl
Scouts, and Music Lessons are offered as after-school activities. The ASD Sports program includes Basketball, Bowling, Cross-Country, and Track along with various clinics to introduce students to other sports. The Academy of St. Dorothy family is dedicated to helping those in need through various community service projects. Our students are well-rounded individuals who receive a quality education and embody the values of caring and compassion.
Ms. Rosaria Mincher, Assistant Principal
Founded in 1917, Blessed Sacrament School strives to provide students with a Christian foundation that assists them in developing spiritually, academically, and socially. We take pride in challenging our students academically, but the ultimate goal of our faculty and staff is to be positive role models for our students and guide them to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. We foster an atmosphere of love where all students are treated with dignity and respect. We offer free Universal Pre K 4 year old program through our Blessed Sacrament Early Childhood Academy.
School At-a-GlanceGrades Pre-K – 8th, Pre-K 3 year old Program, FREE Universal Pre-K 4 year old program (UPK Site # 03RAIX), Grades K-8. Early drop off and after-care available. AdvancED Accredited, ADNY schools follow the NYS Learning Standards ; Sacramental Preparations; Enrichment includes: Technology, Art, Physical Education, Music, Italian and Book club grades 5-8. Extra-curricular activities include: Baseball, Basketball, Track, Swimming, Softball, Soccer, Golf, Volleyball, Cheer, Girl Scouts, Choir, and Drama. Family Guild.
Ms. Donna Dawson, Assistant Principal
Our goal has always been to secure the future of Catholic education on Staten Island and we have seen a great need for a seamless educational experience from PreK 3 through 8th grade that will welcome students of all learning levels and from all communities. The new academy’s namesake, Father Vincent Capodanno, a Staten Island resident, joined the Maryknolls as a missionary at the age of 20, went on to become a military chaplain, and died heroically while administering last rites to a dying soldier on the battlefield during the Vietnam War. Father Capodanno was an ordinary man who did extraordinary things in his life, and the Vatican’s Congregation for the Causes of Saints has officially accepted his cause for sainthood. The new name of the school will convey to our students that they must excel in every endeavor and fearlessly accept every challenge, just as Father Vincent Capodanno did.
School At-a-GlanceFree 3K and Free UPK for 4 year olds. Grades Pre-K to 8 (UPK Site # 31RAEX); Meets New York State Educational Standards; Follows Archdiocesan Essential Learning Plan; Full-time Nurse on staff; Grades Kindergarten through 8th feature multisensory reading and real life math connections to meet NYS Standards. STEM, Trout in the Classroom Initiative and Conservation Initiatives driving science curriculum, SEL, Music and Yoga to address the whole child. Extensive community partnerships with Veterans and NYPD. Welcoming students with varying learning styles. Onsite SETSS, Speech, OT, PT and Counseling available. Extracurricular activities include National Junior Honor Society, Altar Servers, Chess, Drama, STEM, CYO Sports and more. Before and Aftercare available.
A Message from the Principal: Thank you for your interest in our school! We are anxious to get to know you and discuss how we can serve your child’s needs. Please complete the information request form and we will be back in contact with you within 72 hours.
School At-a-GlancePre-K offering programs for children aged 2, 3 and 4.
A Message from the Principal: Thank you for your interest in our school! We are anxious to get to know you and discuss how we can serve your child’s needs. Please complete the information request form and we will be back in contact with you within 72 hours.
A Message from the Principal: Thank you for your interest in our school! We are anxious to get to know you and discuss how we can serve your child’s needs. Please complete the information request form and we will be back in contact with you within 72 hours.
Founded in 1903 by the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame, Notre Dame Academy is an all-girls Catholic school located on Grymes Hill, Staten Island. It is the Academy’s mission to advance, embody and excel at educating girls and young women to transform society. Notre Dame provides a nurturing and academically challenging community that enables each girl to develop a sense of identity and self-confidence preparing her to be a responsible member of her school and her world community. Admission is offered to applicants in the 2, 3 and 4 year old programs, and Kindergarten through Grade 8. Most students go on to attend Notre Dame Academy High School. Notre Dame Academy is accredited by Cognia and offers a rich and robust educational program including foreign language, music, art, physical education, project-based science, computer science, performing arts, religion, and STEAM courses. Mathematics and Language Arts curricula is accelerated for middle school student to allow for Algebra I and Earth Science Regents Courses in the 8th grade. Middle School electives include theater, coding, journalism, yoga, and world cultures.
School At-a-GlanceStudents benefit from an education where technology is integrated with instruction beginning in pre-kindergarten; one-to-one Chromebook program; Google Drive and Google Classroom; interactive boards in every classroom; Computer Science Curriculum beginning in PK3; high speed internet umbrella over the entire campus. Extracurricular Enrichment program includes: Soccer, Swimming, Track, and Basketball; Readers are Leaders, CYO Art Show, Essay and Public Speaking contests, Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, National Youth Leadership Forum’s Pathways to STEM; Tennis Club, Robotics, Bell Choir, Book Club, Big Sister Club, Hiking Club, Theater Club, and Girl Scouts. Bus service and a delectable lunch program provide convenience for families. There is a full-time nurse on staff. Notre Dame Academy also offers an enjoyable Summer Camp. Parent Guild events throughout the year build community and offer opportunities for service and socialization. “Touring Tuesday” Open House dates for the 2023-2024 school year are as follows: Tuesdays, November 7, January 30, February 27, March 12, and April 9 from 9-10:30 am. There is a weekend Open House on Saturday, December 9 from 9-11 am. Registration is available on the Admissions tab on our website: https://www.notredameacademy.org.
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School At-a-GlanceGirls Grades Pre-K 3 to 12; AdvancED Accredited; Adherence to New York State curriculum and the Archdiocese of New York Essential Learning Plan Standards; Regent curriculum (grade 8); After school care program (Pre-K to 8); Bus service; Full-time Nurse on staff; Lunch program (grades 1-8); Computer lab with internet access; SmartBoard technology; WiFi in all buildings; One-to-one tablet ratio allows students to use interactive curricular programs, grades 6-8; Enrichment program includes: Foreign language (Spanish, grades 1-8) Music, Art, Physical Education; Sports programs include: Soccer, Swimming, Track, Basketball and Softball; Extra-curricular activities include: Bell Choir; Girl scouts; Peer tutoring; Drama club, Book club; Hiking club; Painting club; Movie club.
A Message from the Principal: Thank you for your interest in our school! We are anxious to get to know you and discuss how we can serve your child’s needs. Please call Mrs. Hynes @ 718-447-7260 to discuss your future at Our Lady of Good Counsel School.
Mrs. Catherine Falabella, Assistant Principal
Committed to academic excellence and rooted in the traditions and ideals of the Catholic faith, Our Lady Queen of Peace provides an environment in which your child will be enabled to reach his/her full academic and spiritual potential in an atmosphere that strongly encourages following the example and teachings of Christ. In partnership with the parents, the school strives to prepare your child to take his/her place as leaders in a changing and challenging society.
School At-a-GlanceGrades Pre-K to 8; FREE Universal Pre-K For All/3K and UPK 4 yr old programs (UPK Site # 31RABD). ADNY schools follow the NYS Learning Standards; Early morning drop off beginning at 7am, After-school program with homework supervision until 5:45 pm; Easily accessible by car and mass transportation; Dedicated and experienced faculty; State certified teachers; Small class size allows personalized attention; Integrated, hands on SmartBoard instruction in grades Pre-K to 8; Enrichment program include: Spanish, Yoga, Music, Physical education, Speech, OT, PT and SETTS during school hours; Sacramental preparation; Complete preparation for New York State exams; Partnership with St. Joseph by the Sea SOLE iPad and Robotics Program, Sports programs include: Basketball, Baseball, Track, Swim, Soccer and Cheerleading. Girl Scouts offered afterschool.
Ms. Patricia Gandelman, Assistant Principal
Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1959, Our Lady of the Sea School is dedicated to all student’s growth in faith, academics, personal awareness, social interaction and future success. Through diverse classroom instruction, teachers strive to instill strong Christian values, a desire to learn, the ability to meet challenges and a rich understanding of the world.
School At-a-GlanceGrades Pre-K to 8; Our Lady Star of the Sea offers a rigorous curriculum from Pre-K (3 and 4 year olds) to grade 8 in a fully air-conditioned building. Our enrichment programs include Art, Music, Computer classes, for all students, as well as Spanish for grades PreK to 5. We have a very active chapter of the National Junior Honor Society. Our students are invited to participate in STEM programs such as Bricks for Kidz Stem program for grades K to 5; Super Nova Stem Program for grades 5 and 6, and the SOLE program with St. Joseph by the Sea HS for students in grades 6-8. In addition to a fully equipped technology lab, we have Chromebook deployment from grades K to 5 and in grades 6-8 we utilize iPads for all subjects. At Our Lady Star of the Sea, students have the opportunity to become involved in Social Justice Issues within our community. In order to keep our students safe and healthy we have an ADAPP counselor is available 3 days a week, a full-time Department of Health Nurse and 2 full-time security guards. We also offer a fully inclusive sports program.
Sacred Heart School provides all children with a Values-Infusion Curriculum deeply rooted in Catholicism. It is a priority at Sacred Heart School to instill in each child the importance of developing his or her unique talents. Through educating the total child, spiritually, academically and physically every child is prepared not only for success in high school and college, but for success as citizens of an ever-changing world.
School At-a-GlanceGrades Pre-K 3 to 8; FREE 3K and UPK (UPK Site # 31RABJ); Adherence to Common Core State Standards and the Archdiocese of New York Religious Education curriculum; Certified Teachers; Blended Learning, small group instruction, project-based learning, collaborative learning; STEM-Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math integrated programs, Robotic/STEM program in collaboration with St. Joseph by the Sea team working with students on various activities to prepare them for high school, one to one Chromebooks in K-8; Title I Reading, Math and Counselor; Enrichment program includes: Library, Art, Music, Physical Education, Theatre Group and National Junior Honor Society; Competitive Sports programs include: Basketball, Track, and Soccer; Morning/After Care Programs.
Bishop Patrick V. Ahern High School, under the Seton Foundation for Learning is a private, special education program for students ranging from 14-21 years of age. The Seton Foundation for Learning is affiliated with the Department of Education of the Archdiocese of New York, from which it is granted accreditation. The program is open to all faiths and religions. The curriculum teaches age appropriate, functional skill development while continuing to provide academic enrichment and teach skills necessary for independence. The proximity of our host school, Moore Catholic High School, provides for continued opportunities throughout the school day for the students of Bishop Ahern High School to interact with their typically developing peers.
School At-a-GlanceThe Seton Foundation provides a warm and nurturing setting for students who learn differently, are medically fragile ,or require specialized instruction to meet their needs. We provide all of the necessary services that our students are entitled to as part of their IEP and help them to reach their personal best. Our students have needs that cannot be met in the local schools. Come take a tour of our unique school. We work to promote academics and daily living skills that students can apply to make their futures successful, enjoyable and productive. We are committed to our students’ success and this cannot be done without a strong partnership with our parents. Come and see if Seton is the place for your child.
The Joan Ann Kennedy Memorial Preschool is a full day state approved center based 12-month program that offers a positive learning environment for children with developmental disabilities ages 2.9 – 4.9. When students enter our program, their current level of functioning is assessed and programs are created based on their developmental skills and individual needs. Our learning environment fosters growth in overall academics, language development, positive behavior and social skills such as play skills and peer interaction. Our small supportive classrooms consist of 6:1:1 or 10:1:2 ratios.
School At-a-GlanceThe Seton Foundation provides a warm and nurturing setting for students who learn differently, are medically fragile ,or require specialized instruction to meet their needs. We provide all of the necessary services that our students are entitled to as part of their IEP and help them to reach their personal best. Our students have needs that cannot be met in the local schools. Come take a tour of our unique school. We work to promote academics and daily living skills that students can apply to make their futures successful, enjoyable and productive. We are committed to our students’ success and this cannot be done without a strong partnership with our parents. Come and see if Seton is the place for your child.
The Mother Franciska Elementary School, under the Seton Foundation for Learning, is a private special education school located in Staten Island, New York. Our school provides 10 and 12 month educational services to students with significant special needs, ages 5 to 14 years old. We offer individualized instruction in small, highly structured classes with low student to teacher ratios. Our goal is to teach our students meaningful and functional age appropriate skills that are necessary to develop independence by providing them with a functional academic curriculum.
School At-a-GlanceThe Seton Foundation provides a warm and nurturing setting for students who learn differently, are medically fragile ,or require specialized instruction to meet their needs. We provide all of the necessary services that our students are entitled to as part of their IEP and help them to reach their personal best. Our students have needs that cannot be met in the local schools. Come take a tour of our unique school. We work to promote academics and daily living skills that students can apply to make their futures successful, enjoyable and productive. We are committed to our students’ success and this cannot be done without a strong partnership with our parents. Come and see if Seton is the place for your child.