Mrs. Yaroslawa Perich, Assistant Principal
Mr. Hugh Keenan, Upper School
The mission of Annunciation School, a ministry of the Catholic Church located in the Crestwood section of Yonkers, is to enhance and strengthen spiritual values while educating students to the highest standard of academic excellence! We are committed to inspiring students and encouraging them to move forward in pursuit of their fullest spiritual, academic, social, and emotional potential. Annunciation school graduates in recent years have earned over $1million dollars in combined academic scholarships. Annunciation School middle school students have the opportunity to join the NJHS and the National STEM Honor Society.
School At-a-GlancePreschool to grade eight | Cognia Accredited | Follows New York State and Archdiocese of New York Curriculum guidelines | Interactive White Boards in every classroom | Morning-care and After-school program | Enrichment programs including Advanced Math Program for Grades 6-8, Foreign Language (Spanish), Computer, Art, Library and Physical Education classes | Extra-curricular activities including STEM, Lego Club, Math Olympiad, Rye Nature Center, Mock Trial, Band, Drama Production, Science Club, Cooking Club, CYO Athletics, and cheerleading.
Centrally located in Westchester County, Archbishop Stepinac high School has been shaping lives of successful men for over 60 years. Ranked as one of the top 50 Catholic high schools in the nation, Stepinac offers a highly competitive academic and extra-curricular program that prepares its students for college and leadership roles. Faculty and staff pursue excellence and create a supportive, disciplined atmosphere rooted in a strong foundation of Christian values and traditions.
School At-a-GlanceAdvanced Placement (AP) courses, Advance Honors courses, Religious instruction, Wireless campus, Fully equipped science labs, Smartboard technology, Enrichment program includes: Foreign language, Art, Music, Physical Education, Health Education, Nutrition, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Web Design, Computer Science, and Graphic Art, Library of nearly 7,000 catalogued items, Interactive parental website, Award-winning drama program, Extra-curricular activities include: Debate and Forensics, Literary Magazine, Photography, Student Government, School Newspaper, Yearbook, Choral, National Honor Society, and Stepinac TV, Sports programs on three levels (freshman, junior varsity and varsity) include: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Track, Lacrosse, Swimming, and Wrestling
Corpus Christi-Holy Rosary School (CCHR) offers a Catholic education for students in the Salesian spirit to the children of Port Chester and surrounding communities. Free UPK is offered in conjunction with the City of Port Chester. CCHR provides an environment of faith, optimism, and family in which students are nurtured and challenged to reach their full potential. Since 1945, Corpus Christi-Holy Rosary School has equipped children with the knowledge and skills for successful entry into high school and beyond, making them life-long learners and leaders for today’s world.
School At-a-GlanceCognia Accredited | Grades PreK-3 to 8 (including FREE UPK for Port Chester Residents) | Hot Lunch | Air-conditioned Campus | After-School Program | Interactive White Boards | Fully-equipped Science Lab and Library | Large Field and Playground | Enrichment/Extracurricular Activities including: Art, Music, Computers, Library, Altar Servers, Robotics, Band, Drama, Chess, Coding, Builders Club (Service), Craft Club, Salesian Club, STEM Club, Art Club (grades 3-8). | Athletics including: Basketball, Baseball and Soccer.
For more than 100 years, the School of the Immaculate Conception (ICS), has provided students with a high-quality, faith-based education grounded in Catholic values and a commitment to serving others. ICS is nestled on an 12-acre campus in the village of Tuckahoe. In 2016, ICS was chosen as one of only three schools in the Archdiocese of New York to pilot an innovative new tool, “Blended Learning,” a technique that combines online lessons with digital and person-to-person learning experiences coordinated by teachers in a traditional classroom setting.
School At-a-GlancePreschool to grade eight | AdvancED Accredited | Follows New York State and Archdiocese of New York Curriculum guidelines | Interactive White Boards in every classroom | Morning-care and After-school program | Outdoor Athletic Facilities and New Gymnasium | Sacramental Preparation | Advanced Technology Lab | Science Lab | Parent Communications App | Enrichment Programs including: STEM, Italian, Art, Music and Library | Technology Programs including: Design Lab, Robotics | Extracurricular Activities Including: Basketball, Softball, Track, Archery, Band, Music, Altar Servers, Choir, Chess, Art, and Gardening Club | Service Projects | Annual Spring Carnival
Parents seeking a rigorous intellectual foundation within an inspiring Catholic environment are choosing Immaculate Heart of Mary, a parish-based school dedicated to high standards of excellence that prepare students for success in a competitive world. Our academic program aligns with the New York State Department of Education’s Common Core curriculum. In addition to academics, students broaden their horizons and enhance their creativity through sports, physical fitness, and the arts. They also engage in extracurricular activities such as band, yearbook, Spanish, crochet, robotics, 3D printing, Hope Circle Service Club, a school musical and the challenging MOEMS Olympiads—all within a safe, faith-based, family-centered atmosphere.
We offer full-day and half-day programs for grades PreK-8, along with before- and after-school activities, religious instruction, and sacramental preparation. Our integration of new technology and interactive software equips students for the digital age. Furthermore, our focus on community service nurtures Catholic values and fosters leadership within the community.
School At-a-GlanceNational Blue Ribbon School (2004) | Grades PreK to 8 | Full and Half-day PreK programs for 3- and 4-year-olds | Before and After-school programs | Religious instruction, Sacramental preparation |Enriched Math program |Chromebooks and iPads | Fully- equipped Science Lab | Enrichment instruction including: Physical Education, Music, Art, Foreign Language, Library| Interactive SmartBoards | Learning Platforms Including: iXL, NewsELA, Brainpop, SeeSaw | Community Service Programs | Middle-school Advanced Math Program | Library featuring computerized catalogue of 8,000 titles | Extra-curricular activities including: Band, Yearbook, Robotics, Servce Clubs, School Musical,and Math Olympiad | CYO Athletics including: Basketball, Volleyball and Track.
Iona Preparatory is a Catholic prep school for young men founded by the Christian Brothers in 1916 and situated on a 27-acre campus. The Christian Brothers were founded for the purpose of educating boys and have remained faithful to the mission of their founder, Blessed Edmund Rice. As Iona Prep approaches its centennial, these values are ever-present in the Preps commitment to learning and service.
School At-a-GlanceAdvanced Placement (AP) courses beginning as early as freshman year, Fully equipped science labs, SMART Boards in every classroom, Students have access to a wireless network, Sports programs include: Basketball, Baseball, Lacrosse, Track, Hockey, Swimming, Wrestling, Soccer, and Gold, Extra-curricular activities include: Habitat for Humanity, Peer Counseling, Mock Trial, Philosophy Club, Photography Club, and Rock Climbing
Iona Preparatory Lower School is a Catholic community inspired by the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice as expressed in the Essential Elements of a Christian Brothers Education. We develop young men into moral and ethical leaders who are dedicated to Christian service and who strive for spiritual, intellectual and physical excellence.
School At-a-GlanceGrades Pre-K to 8; daily religious instruction with sacramental preparation; Reading Workshop, Middle School Honors Math & English Language Arts program, fully equipped Science lab: Co-Curricular instruction includes: Music, Art, Foreign language (Spanish), Technology, and Physical Education; The 11-acre campus includes: playground, football, baseball and soccer fields. Students have full access to facilities of Iona Preparatory Upper School as well. Extra-curricular activities include: Community Service projects, Drama, Sports, Chess, Student Council. Sports include: basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse, baseball, and cross country/track. Active and supportive parent organizations.
The John Cardinal O’Connor School provides the benefits of a Catholic education to children with learning differences. The school empowers children to thrive academically, spiritually, emotionally, and socially in a nurturing and supportive community. In addition, social skills are directly taught through Catholic doctrine and a curriculum that supports character development and pro-social behavior. Through classes with a low student-to-teacher ratio, taught by New York State certified special education teachers, and additional academic guidance and support, students are able to achieve their academic and personal goals. In addition, students can receive related services such as speech and language therapy, counseling, occupational therapy, and physical therapy as indicated on their Individualized Education Services Program (IESP).
JCOS is a resource for children who learn differently. The school’s dedication and commitment to a well-rounded education for students who learn differently has made our private Catholic school one of the foremost in Westchester County. We look forward to the opportunity to help your child acquire important academic, social, and emotional skills during the critical elementary and middle school years. JCOS has year-round enrollment based on availability. We recommend applying before June 1st of the upcoming school year to be able to receive related services of speech, OT, PT and counseling. Please feel free to contact us with your questions and concerns.
School At-a-GlanceGrades K to 8 | Religious Education | Preventing Academic Failure (PAF), an Orton Gillingham-based, multi-sensory reading program to directly and explicitly teach phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, comprehension, and handwriting to students with language-based learning differences | Judith Hochman’s Teaching Basic Writing Skills Program, an evidence-based program to teach students how to write expository texts | i-Ready diagnostic and instruction program, a computerized, adaptive learning system providing diagnostic assessments and daily individualized, differentiated instruction, hands-on, multi-sensory instruction across the curriculum, direct, explicit instruction, differentiated instruction for all students | Interactive White Boards | One-to-One Chromebooks for all students | Art Program, Music Program, Physical Education Program, and Band Program.
Founded as the first Archdiocesan high school for girls in Westchester, Maria Regina is a college preparatory high school under the administration of the Sisters of the Resurrection. The school’s faculty is comprised of fully qualified members of religious communities and lay teachers. For over 50 years, Maria Regina’s key objective has been to develop within each student a true sense of Gospel values, using a holistic approach that fosters the integration of each person as an individual within the global community.
School At-a-GlanceAdvanced placement (AP) and college credited courses, Two computer labs, Completely wireless campus, Foreign Language program, Art & Music courses, Student retreats, Extra-curricular activities include: Literary Magazine, an Award-winning ITV team, Yearbook, Choral Ensemble, National Honor Society, and National Art Honor Society, Sports programs on varsity and junior varsity levels include: Basketball, Tennis, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Soccer, and Softball
Serving its community since 1929, under the direction of the Sisters of the Divine Compassion, Our Lady of Mount Carmel School provides a strong academic curriculum centered in a community of faith. Dedicated teachers and a large volunteer support staff, together with alumni, parishioner, community and parental support, all contribute to a safe, caring environment in which your child can learn and grow.
School At-a-GlanceGrades Pre-K to 8, Special tuition consideration for large families, Cognia Accredited, Early childhood program with Full-day Pre-K and Kindergarten, Early drop-off, After-school care includes snack, playtime and homework help, Departmental classes (grades 5-8), Enrichment programs includes: Spanish language classes (grades K to 8), Art instruction and Physical education, Computer lab (grades K- 8), Internet integrated curriculum, Promethean Boards and WiFi, Website with teacher generated pages, Electronic report cards, ADAPP conflict resolution, Student partner program, Multicultural awareness emphasized, Monthly school Masses, Band and Glee Club, Girls and boys basketball teams, After-school Art Classes, Child nutrition program, Free Breakfast, Lunch and After School snacks for all.
Established in 1958, Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) is located in the Gedney Farms neighborhood of White Plains. The private, six-acre campus is surrounded by tree-lined streets and features state of the art classrooms, a middle-school wing, private athletic field and playground, a full-size gymnasium, cafeteria and science lab. The school offers a rigorous curriculum for students in Kindergarten through grade eight. OLS graduates consistently earn scholarships to private, college preparatory schools averaging. Service to others is a key component of an OLS education students are engaged in a wide-range of community activities designed to build empathy and leadership skills.
School At-a-GlanceGrades K to 8 | AdvancED Accreditation |Advanced Placement Math and Spanish | Science Lab |Interdisciplinary Instruction | Interactive Smart Boards | Apple iPads | Enrichment Programs Including: Art, Music, and Foreign Language |Remedial services | Full-Time Learning Facilitator | Sacramental preparation | Children’s Choir | Community Service projects | Extra-curricular activities including: Athletics, Scouting, Yearbook, Student Council, Drama Club, Instrumental Music | After-school program which includes homework help and indoor/outdoor activity time.
Ms. Cristina Moreira, Assistant Principal
Our Lady of Victory School (OLV) has served students in the communities of Mount Vernon and the Bronx since 1962. In partnership with families, we empower our students to become positive change role models and servant-leaders. We create a God-centered, safe, and respectful environment for all students to thrive and reach their full potential, academically, spiritually, and physically. Free UPK is available for Mount Vernon residents.
School At-a-GlanceCognia Accredited | Follows New York State and Archdiocese of New York Curriculum guidelines | Interactive White Boards | Newly Renovated Library | Interdisciplinary and Differentiated Instruction |Blended Learning |One-to-One Chrome Books | Dash & Dot Robotic Coding Robots |Stem Activities | Apple iPads | Community Service Programs | Class Dojo Parent Communication App | Sacramental Preparation | ADAPP counseling |Active Parent Association | NYS Child Nutrition free and reduced Breakfast and Lunch Program | Nurse on-site | Air-Conditioned classrooms | Electronically Monitored Campus | Enrichment Programs Including: Italian, Art, STEM, Academic Intervention, Library, Music, and Physical Education.
Early drop care off (7:30 AM) & After-School available (6:00 PM) Clubs include: band, choir, yoga, performing arts, chess, yearbook, Read-A-Recipe, Robotics, Spanish Club, baseball, cheer, volleyball, soccer, Basketball, dance, and homework help. Band is available as an extracurricular activity.
Resurrection Elementary School (Grammar School/Middle School) is a parish based school committed to developing genuine love of learning within each child. In the Catholic tradition, students are encouraged to not only work diligently in the classroom, but be boys and girls of character and give back to the community. Religion is recognized, not as an isolated subject, but rather as an integral part of the school curriculum. The faculty sees each child as a unique individual and believes in their role to help form Christian character and values within each child. New York State curriculum is followed in all academic areas, however, it is a values-infused curriculum.
School At-a-GlanceGrades PreK-3 to 8, AdvancED Accreditation, Montessori program for ages 3 and 4, values infused curriculum which includes computer, library, art, music, science lab, physical education, Spanish, after-school programs
Located near the picturesque village of Hartsdale within a ten-minute walk to the Metro North train station, Sacred Heart Elementary School is a community dedicated to providing a comprehensive and challenging program for students in grades PreK-3 through grade eight designed to inspire creativity, leadership, and personal growth. Our experienced, credentialed faculty are committed to fostering a loving, nurturing environment, in which all students feel welcome and valued. Most importantly, we help our young scholars develop leadership skills and feel empowered to promote peace and good citizenship.
School At-a-GlanceGrades PreK-3 to grade 8 | Follows New York State and Archdiocese of New York curriculum guidelines | Science and technology labs | Enrichment program including: Art, Library, Music, and Foreign Language (Spanish) | Athletics including: Basketball, Baseball, Softball and Volleyball | Extra-curricular activities including: Altar Serving, Lego Club, Piano Instruction, Choir, and Drama | After-school program available. Our parish also provides a Two Year old program on campus.
Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood of Monastery Heights in Yonkers, Sacred Heart Grade School educates students to become creative problem solvers, confident risk takers, and independent life-long learners. Our leadership and faculty reflect the loving spirit of the Sacred Heart of Jesus within an academically rigorous, student-centered environment. Sacred Heart Grade School is committed to supporting the diverse needs of students, cultivating a love of learning, promoting character development, and fostering a commitment to community service.
School At-a-GlancePreK3 through grade 8 and FREE UPK (Yonkers Residents) | Follows New York State and Archdiocese of New York curriculum guidelines | Sacramental Preparation | Algebra 1 for High School Credit | Interactive White Boards | Chromebooks | Enrichment instruction including: Spanish (5-8), Art, Cultural Studies, and Physical Education |Dedicated Science Lab | Full Size Gymnasium | Nurse on site | Electronically Monitored Campus | Structured After-school Program | Extracurricular activities including: Choir, Altar Servers, CYO Athletics, and Cooking Club.