Making the Most of Catholic Education

Attending Catholic school gives students a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a structured community environment. However, going to a Catholic school doesn’t guarantee success. Like any educational institution, your child will get out of it what they put in. Here are some of the many ways you can set your child up for success as a Catholic school student. Here are a few. 

Be Involved

Parental involvement is essential for supporting your child’s Catholic school education. How you become involved will be determined by many factors, including the amount of free time you have. Dedicating time by volunteering at the school is the best way parents can show their support. However, some parts of being an involved parent start at home. Take time to discuss your child’s school experiences, from challenging homework assignments to participating in weekly Mass. Children learn best when they feel supported.

Start at Home

Preparing for Catholic education starts at home. Start by getting the family together to attend Mass. This can help your family grow spiritually and prepare your child for attending Mass with their classmates. Reading Catholic stories together is another way to prepare for Catholic education. These types of stories are available in many formats, including picture books for young children. The more your child learns at home, the more prepared they’ll be for school.

Serve Together

Catholic schools promote community service. Help your child become accustomed to serving the community by serving with them. Churches often put together volunteering trips for parishioners, but you can also reach out to charitable organizations on your own. Along with helping your child prepare for Catholic school, serving others will broaden their perspective on the world around them. 

Help with Homework

Rigorous academics and Catholic education go hand-in-hand. Along with promoting character values, Catholic schools strongly encourage students to achieve to the best of their ability. This means you may need to help your child with homework every once in a while. Help out where you can. If your child struggles with one subject in particular, find a tutor who can help them get through it. This will help them build a strong academic foundation. 

Encourage Making Friends

While faith is a personal thing, it helps to be part of a faithful community. At Catholic schools, students are encouraged to learn together, pray together and play together. This includes Mass, special ceremonies, and extracurricular activities like sports and clubs. Encourage your child to try out for the team or learn their favorite instrument. The more friends your child makes, the easier it will be for them to succeed in school and beyond.

With over 57 years of academic excellence, our Titusville Catholic school provides a quality education that challenges and empowers students to develop their full potential. Teachers foster qualities that are essential for lifelong learning and equip students for future success. To learn more about why St. Teresa is the perfect fit for you and your student, contact us today.