The Catholic schools across the Diocese of Bridgeport provide a Catholic educational community of families who are committed to academic excellence and faith development and who are guided by the belief that all are created in the image and likeness of God. There are 26 Catholic schools in Fairfield County offering a variety of early childhood, elementary, and secondary programs, all of which are Forming hearts, Informing minds and Transforming lives. Learn more about which school is the right FIT for you!
Below are a list of Catholic schools in our area, a link to their web sites as well as some news and special events going on that may interest you!
BETHEL
St. Mary School; https://www.stmarybethelct.org/
BROOKFIELD
St. Joseph Catholic Academy; https://www.sjsbrookfield.org/
The St. Joseph Catholic Academy Class of 2019 Grade 8 graduates triumphantly tossed their caps into the air when St. Joseph Catholic Academy graduated its first class of 18 students at their Commencement Liturgy held on Saturday, June 8 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Brookfield.
Students Amanda Hoyt, Shaun McKenna, Zach Morris, Avedis Ovanessian, Michael Spaziante, Liam TeeKing and Sania Toprani received a President's Award for Academic Excellence citing their ability to achieve 85% or above in their composite standardized testing as well as maintains a 95% or above school academic record. Students Alexander Godino, Frances Hanley, Cole Ross, Isabel Taiman, Alexander Olcese and Emma Tomaselli received a President's Award for Academic Achievement citing their ability to achieve 75% or above on their standardized testing an 85% or above school academic record. Of the 18 students, 14 received High Honors and Honors recognition. Subject area awards were presented to students who received the highest grade point average. Shaun McKenna received the English, Science and Math awards, Zach Morris received another Math award, Amanda Hoyt received the World Language award, Frances Hanley received the Religion award and Alex Godino received the Social Studies award.
Ten graduates will be attending parochial high school, three will be attending private high schools and five will be attending their local public high school. Student Shawn McKenna was awarded an annual merit scholarship of $2,500 from Immaculate High School and student Lily Sweeting received a one-year Isabelle T. Farrington $2,000 academic scholarship. Student Alex Godino reflects on his years at the school and states that "The teachers here are the nicest, kindest teachers I know. They really care about your education and your experience when you are in school." Student Council President, Amanda Hoyt acclaims that "Saint Joseph's is a great community. We have such a great relationship with the Church, so whenever there is an event going on across the street, anyone who wants to help out from the school is welcome."
In addition to celebrating their first SJCA graduating class, the school celebrated with its Pre-K children in a Moving Up ceremony.
DANBURY
St. Gregory the Great; https://stgregdanbury.org/
St. Peter School; https://www.stpeterschooldanbury.org/
St. Joseph School; https://www.sjsdanbury.org/
Immaculate High School; https://www.immaculatehs.org/
RIDGEFIELD
St. Mary School; http://www.smsridgefield.org/
More About the Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools
Our alliance of 26 Catholic schools serves more than 9,500 students in preschool through 12th grade. Our students learn in a nurturing environment where high expectations find balance with love and respect. As a family of faith, we challenge our administrators, teachers and students to a higher standard and expect them to exemplify a life inspired and informed by the Gospels both inside and outside of the classroom. In this safe and loving environment, our students are taught a curriculum that was designed to meet or exceed state and national standards by qualified teachers who strive to transform their potential into success. All schools in the Diocese of Bridgeport are fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. For more information: Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport, 238 Jewett Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06606; (203) 416-1638. Visit https://www.dioceseofbridgeportcatholicschools.com/
