St. Joan of Arc Catholic Grade School
It's more than just a great education.
Students experience science in Mrs. Chura's chicken wing dissection lab
St. Joan of Arc Students participate in a community garden project to discover the goodness of homegrown food
Students at St. Joan of Arc School form friendships that last long after they graduate
Students experience science in Mrs. Chura's chicken wing dissection lab
St. Joan of Arc is an urban Catholic grade school dedicated to providing
an excellent education to all of our students.
Our program is designed to meet a wide range of ability levels and needs. Students are enabled to reach their full potential as life-long learners who are prepared to face the many spiritual, environmental, and global challenges experienced today as we bring the message of Jesus to the world.
Our parish has a strong community base and support for our school, and in turn provides an anchor for the community.
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Educational Excellence and Gospel Values
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St. Joan of Arc Catholic Grade School
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Lifelong Friendships
Early friendships at St. Joan of Arc School blossom into relationships that last well past graduation.
Role Models
Older St. Joan of Arc School serve as the role models for the enitre school and mentor younger students.
Leadership
St. Joan of Arc School students engage in Service, Citizenship, and Team Work to build character and leadership
Academic Achievement
St. Joan of Arc School students consistently score above average on national academic achievement tests and are always challenged no matter their skill level
STEM Learning
St. Joan of Arc School educators use the STEM cirriculum to foster curiousity and continued learning in Science and Mathematics.
Success
St. Joan of Arc School graduates are accepted into some of the best Catholic high schools in the city, including: SLUH, Rosati Kain, Vianney, Nerinx, Cor Jesu, CBC, and Bishop Dubourg
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be Catholic to attend?
Both Catholic and non-Catholic families are welcome at St. Joan of Arc.
What grades does St. Joan of Arc Grade School serve?
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Grade School serves grades K - 8.
St. Joan of Arc Kid Kare offers full and part time preschool starting at age 3.
Does St. Joan of Arc have a Preschool?
Yes! St. Joan of Arc Kid Kare offers both part-time and full-time preschool for ages 3, 4, and 5.
Please see the St. Joan of Arc Kid Kare Handbook for more information and pricing
Is after school care offered?
After school care is offered after every full school day until 6:00 PM.
For more details, please see page 5 of the Kid Kare Handbook.
Are uniforms required?
Yes. St. Joan of Arc requires all students to wear a school approved uniform; however, the uniform is flexible for the time of year, weather, and birthdays.
What extracurriculars are offered?
St. Joan of Arc offers CYC Sports, Scouting, Dance, a Bellarmine Speech Team, Junior Acievement, Chess Program, School Choir, and Band
What are the expectations for homework?
St. Joan of Arc Grade School believes that homework is essential in reinforcing classroom material and building strong organizational habits.
Younger students will often have less than half an hour of homework.
Older students will often be assigned an hour of homework to prepare each night.
For more information, please see page 10 of the Student Handbook
What are the requirements for admission?
Students must be 5 years old prior to August 1st and pass a standard kindegarten readiness screening to be eligible for Kindegarten registration.
Active Parish families are given first priority to register. Permission from the pastor may be required for students of non-parish families.
At the time of registration, please provide the student's birth certificate and current health record.
Catholic families are required to present a Certificate of Baptism
For more detailed information, please see page 12 of the Student Handbook
Why Catholic Grade School Education?
Catholic Grade School Education provides a nurturing environment that establishes a foundation of Christian values that shape the student for a lifetime.
A Note from the Principal of St. Joan of Arc Grade School
Mrs. Debra DaLay
It has been my privilege to be part of the Saint Joan of Arc community for 14 years. Before coming to Saint Joan of Arc, I taught at Christ the King School in University City for 10 years. I taught 5th through 8th grades Religion, Social Studies, and Language Arts and served either as the 5th or the 7th grade homeroom teacher. My very first teaching position was at Saint John LaLande in Blue Springs Missouri where I taught Middle School classes of Religion, Social Studies, and Language Arts for 3 years. In my free time, I enjoy jogging, yoga, gardening, reading, and spending time with my family.
I hold a BA in Psychology, and a Masters in Education, from the University of Missouri St. Louis and have a Career Administration certificate from the state of Missouri.
Children are our future and deserve the highest quality education so they can learn and grow in order to reach their full potential. I choose to teach in a Catholic school system where faith permeates everything. It is a blessing to be able to pray with the children and the faculty and to be able to witness our faith in action. Children, teachers, parents, the people of our community and the wonders of creation all inspire me.
Blessings
Deborah DaLay
One in the Spirit - Know, Love, Serve, Celebrate!