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Highlights

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At St. Philomena School each student is treated with respect and trust and is recognized as a unique individual with specific needs and talents. One of our goals is to see each child grow and assume more and more responsibility for decision-making, thus becoming a responsible, caring and confident young adult. Moral development and religious instruction are an integral part of the curriculum at all grade levels. Religion is approached not just as one more subject alongside the rest, but instead as a companion to help interpret and give deeper meaning to the experience of living and learning. The teaching of Christian values extends outside the classroom as our students participate in community service outreach programs and prepare liturgies and prayer services. Our curriculum includes ability-based programs in reading, mathematics and language arts. Students in all grades also have classes in religion, social studies and science, computers and physical education. We are fortunate to have excellent facilities for art, computer, music and library instruction. In grades 5-8, students participate in an elective program which offers additional learning opportunities in the arts and humanities, including drama, music, crafts, art, the internet and a student newspaper. Our junior high school students are well-prepared for secondary school through a diverse curriculum which includes literature, French and algebra.

 

Challenging programs for the gifted and talented students are available, and resource help is provided for students needing assistance. A large gymnasium, soccer field, tennis and basketball courts provide ample facilities for physical education instruction and a diverse sports program. St. Philomena School graduates are welcomed at many fine Catholic, private and public high schools, including Portsmouth Abbey School, Bishop Connolly High School, Bishop Stang High School, Wheeler School, Lincoln School, St. Mary's Academy - Bay View, LaSalle Academy, St. George's School, and others. They adapt well to high school life where they excel in academics, sports, leadership and the arts.

 

St. Philomena School fosters a family atmosphere among its students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni. Many parents volunteer inside and outside of the classroom and are involved in our Parents Club, which offers social, cultural, religious and financial support to the school. This family spirit extends to our alumni and their parents, who often return to visit or attend special events.

 

Bus transportation from many communities Extended day program Full-day kindergarten Field trips After-school programs Full-time school nurse Student dining room Playground and playing fields Student uniforms Many special events, including talent show, band & handbells concerts, choral programs, art exhibits and more