Saint Francis School Mission Statement
St. Francis School,
in partnership with parents,
is committed to providing a safe, caring environment where students can learn gospel living,
gain a quality Catholic education and witness to a non-violent way of life.
We emphasize academic achievement. We provide a secure and disciplined learning environment. We provide a total education, which includes growth in religious awareness and an appreciation of morals and values. We exist for those who are seeking a faith-based education. Saint Francis School endeavors to meet the individual needs of each student. We support, strengthen and encourage parents in their role as the primary educators of their children.
Year Founded
Saint Francis School, founded in 1887, was given to the care of the Sisters of Notre Dame. Currently, one sister serves as an administrator, three sisters teach and one sister serves as parish life coordinator. These five Sisters of Notre Dame collaborate with twelve dedicated lay men and women to carry out the mission of the school.
Hours

School starts each day at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 2:20 p.m. An extended day program is available until 5:30 p.m.

Enrollment
We have 170 students in kindergarten through grade eight. Kindergarten is an all-day program.
Student Population
Saint Francis School serves the African American community. Minority enrollment is 99%. Of that total, 94% are African Americans. 5% are Hispanic.
Facilities
The building, remodeled in 1970, has 9 classrooms, a library, a state of the art computer room, an art room, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, and a chapel.
Special Services
• Saint Francis Elementary School is a "PeaceBuilder school".
• Building opens at 7:30 a.m.
• Our Extended Day Program is held from 2:30-5:30. (additional fees apply)
• Speech and Language Program is available.
• Psychological/educational testing is available.
• Spanish curriculum is taught weekly in all grades.
• Remedial reading and math tutors are provided.
• Counseling services are available.
• Federal Hot Lunch Program is availble.
• Cleveland Scholarship and Tutoring Program vouchers are accepted.
Catholicity
Children of all faiths attend Saint Francis Elementary School. Students are instructed in the Catholic faith and participate in prayer and worship. We hold a deep respect for the faith life of each child.
Technology
• A wireless network operates throughout the school.
• All classes are equipped with interactive white boards .
• Computers in classrooms are online.
• There is a fully equipped computer lab with 25 online computers.
• Laptop computers are available for use in classrooms.
Academic Clubs
• Math Club
• Writers' Studio
• Computer Club
• Geography Club
Academic Contests
• Power of the Pen
• National Geography Bee
• Black History Bee
• Modern Woodmen Speech Contest
• Math Olympics
Sports
• Boys' Basketball -CYO
• Girls' Basketball - CYO
• Cheerleading - CYO
Curriculum
Curriculum for all subjects is prepared by the Office of Catholic Education for all schools in the Cleveland Diocese.
 
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