LETTER: Catholic schools raise standard

To the Telegram:

Schools are the foundation to our future. As we recognized National Catholic Schools Week last week, it was an excellent opportunity to celebrate our Cathedral School, which provides a well-rounded educational experience for children from age 3 through eighth grade.

This year’s theme was “Catholic Schools Raise The Standards” and the elements behind that motto are on display every day at Cathedral School. Students at Cathedral are provided with the tools they need to exceed expectations in classes that are fully-accredited by the WRISA. A small student-to-class ratio allows for advanced learning opportunities in not only the core subjects, but also in life-enriching subjects like art, music, and foreign language. Of course as a Catholic school, students also receive the benefits of a strong religious curriculum, which prepares them morally for the future.

But perhaps the most-visible way in which Cathedral School students “raise the standards” is in their level of community and social involvement. Countless hours of service to the community takes place throughout the year, starting these young people on a lifelong journey of stewardship in helping others. From blanket drives to food collections — even playground restorations, these volunteer efforts help promote their growth toward becoming productive, responsible members of society.

So during this National Catholic Schools Week, we observed that “Catholic Schools Raise The Standards”; Cathedral School already has.

Mike Britton,

George Glonek,

Marie Godfrey,

Ross Heart,

Scott Hockenbrock,

Barb Larson,

Mark Manion,

Dawn Moen,

Sue Paine,

Lesa Radtke,

Mark Sitek,

Steve Tanko,

Cathedral School

committee members

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