Catholic Education

A Dozen Reasons to Choose Catholic Schools

We offer an education that combines Catholic faith and teachings with academic excellence.

1

We set high standards for student achievement and help students succeed.

3

We use technology effectively to enhance education.

5

We teach children respect of self and others.

7

We prepare students to be productive citizens and future leaders.

9

We cultivate a faculty and staff of people who are dedicated, caring and effective.

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We partner with parents in the faith formation of their children.

2

We provide a balanced academic curriculum that integrates faith, culture and life.

4

We instill the value of service to others in every student.

6

We emphasize moral development and self-discipline.

8

We have a 100% high school graduation rate, and 97% of our graduates go to college.

10

We provide a safe and welcoming environment for all.

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A Dozen Reasons to Choose Catholic Schools

We offer an education that combines Catholic faith and teachings with academic excellence.

1

We partner with parents in the faith formation of their children.

2

We set high standards for student achievement and help students succeed.

3

We provide a balanced academic curriculum that integrates faith, culture and life.

4

We use technology effectively to enhance education.

5

We instill the value of service to others in every student.

6

We teach children respect of self and others.

7

We emphasize moral development and self-discipline.

8

We prepare students to be productive citizens and future leaders.

9

We have a 100% high school graduation rate, and 97% of our graduates go to college.

10

We cultivate a faculty and staff of people who are dedicated, caring and effective.

11

We provide a safe and welcoming environment for all.

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Catholic Education is Affordable

The Diocese of Greensburg now has $4.1 million in scholarships and tuition assistance available for the 12 Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Greensburg this year.

Catholic school children
teacher and school kids

Am I eligible?

Students are eligible for scholarships from this state-sponsored program if their household income is not more than $100,608 (for a family with one child). That eligibility requirement rises $15,608 for each additional child.

Students who live within the boundaries of a low-achieving school, as determined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, and meet income requirements also are eligible to receive scholarships.

Why a Catholic School?

How do I apply?

For eligibility and application questions, contact your school of interest to register for an private tour or to receive information packet.

Catholic school children learn on computer
children in a class room

How do I contribute to this program?

Businesses and individuals with a Pennsylvania state tax liability can participate in this program. For information, contact Mike Lucotch, Director of Development for the diocese, at 724-522-2503.