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Academics Overview

One school, many parts

St. Francis Catholic School is a Pre-K through 8th grade inter-parochial school, combining three distinct educational units:  Early Education (Pre-K & Kindergarten), Elementary School(1st-5th), and Middle School (6th-8th). We are accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and COGNIA.

A positive educational experience is among the greatest gifts you can bestow upon your child. Selecting the right school, the one that will provide the positive experience your child deserves, is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child. Faith formation, quality academics, a nurturing community, extraordinary extracurricular activities and a disciplined environment are among the many benefits a St. Francis Catholic School education provides.

Middle School Highlights

Middle School Clubs

Middle School students at SFCS participate in extracurricular clubs built into their overall schedule.  Club offerings vary by semester and have included Yearbook, Gardening, Robotics, Chess, Sports Marketing, Genius Club, Crocheting, Stock Market, Business, and Game club.  Clubs are facilitated by SFCS faculty and staff.  Clubs are an excellent way for middle school students to build community, learn a new hobby, be entrepreneurs, and engage with different friends.

Beta Club

The St. Francis Catholic School Beta Club is a wonderful service opportunity for students to bring their special skills, talent, and heart to the benefit of others.  The club’s goals include: Recognizing academic achievement, Fostering leadership skills, Encouraging service to others, and Rewarding and nurturing worthy character.  Many of our Beta Club members get recognized annually with the Mayor’s Youth Volunteer Award.

Student House competition

The middle school house system focuses on promoting school community, teamwork, and leadership. There are four houses, each named after a Saint.  Students stay in their House throughout middle school. A faculty Housemaster, and two eighth grade captains, one boy and one girl, are assigned to individual Houses. Houses participate in competitions during the year to accrue points for the House Cup Trophy. The competitions are academic, athletic, and spiritual. Houses also participate in community service events.

Middle School Leadership Academy

The Middle School Leadership Academy was introduced in 2024/25.  Once a week, students in grades 6th-8th participate in team building, learning, and growing in leadership skills; as well as engage in presentations by professionals in our community.

Specials / Electives

St. Francis offers a selection of opportunities for students to choose from based on their individual ambitions, allowing them to delve deeper into specific interests, and enrich their academic experience.  Students are encouraged to pursue   their passions and  goals within areas including:

Computer Lab

Garden Club / Classroom

Bake Club

Physical Education

Spanish

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