Ossining’s St. Augustine Catholic School is now enrolling for its’ 25-26 school year. If you’re considering a Catholic education at St. Augustine School, allow me to share our family’s process in arriving to our decision to enroll.
A Catholic education for our son was always a serious consideration for my husband and I. On the recommendation of our trusted friends and neighbors we explored the opportunities St. Augustine School offered. Not only is SAS cost-effective compared to other private schools, but also conveniently located in Ossining. It’s the only Catholic school in the River Towns north of Irvington and south of Cortlandt. As we discovered the many benefits SAS has to offer, our decision was as simple as A.B.C…
Academic Excellence
Academic excellence was paramount to our decision. SAS holds a proven track record of positive performance, outpacing NY state student proficiency in English and math by 55% & 36% respectively. “Our growth these past years, which has far outpaced comparable other schools, is a result of strong professional development that supported teachers in using data to individualize and personalize instruction for each of our students, with the goal of every student reaching grade level proficiency,” said Dr. Susan B. Miller, former Associate Superintendent of Curriculum & Staff Development.
Belief System
For my husband and I, our Catholic upbringing was pivotal in our development. Instilling the same moral foundation in our son, rooted in our core Catholic values, was meaningful to us. At SAS, we felt their mission to teach Catholic doctrine and develop strong Christian values aligned with our parenting.
SAS principal, Sister Mary Elizabeth Donoghue said this of the influence religion has on the students: “School life at St. Augustine School is rooted in the quote by an unknown author ‘Be it known to all who enter here that Christ is the reason for this school. He is the ever-present teacher in its classes. He is the model of its faculty and the inspiration of its students.’ An excellent education and happy children are the results.”
Community
The sense of community amongst SAS is palpable. Smiling faces and warm eyes greet us daily. The community built at SAS extends beyond the classroom. Whether it’s fulfilling an Amazon wish-list for the Blythedale Children’s Hospital, or developing the “Need An Angel, Be An Angel” for families who were struggling over the holidays, the outreach to our community makes our family proud to be a SAS Eagle!
Learn more about what this amazing school, right in our own backyard, has to offer. Call (914) 941-3849 to schedule a private tour or email any questions to schooloffice@staugustineschool.org.
