Overview
History
Ground was broken for St. Pius X Catholic School on Palm Sunday, March 25, 1956, having made the decision to build the school before building the church. When the school opened its doors in September of that same year, the faculty consisted of three Trinitarian Sisters and one lay teacher. The enrollment that year was 189 children. On March 16, 1958, the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, graciously accepted missionary work of St. Pius X School. The Sisters, Servants of the I.H.M., collaborating with a dedicated lay faculty, continue the administration of the school.
With the advent of a full teaching staff, the school expanded to accommodate additional grades. As enrollment increased, the building was modified to meet the needs of the children. Classrooms were added in 1962-63 and again in 1995. The student body currently averages 425, with students ranging from pre-kindergarten to grade 8.
The tradition of St. Pius X Catholic School has always been to provide quality education in an environment where children can strive to become responsible Christian adults. The administration and faculty, in conjunction with parents, continue to encourage and assist each child with spiritual, academic, physical and social development.
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Mission and Philosophy
St. Pius X School Community, dedicated to continuing the mission entrusted by Christ to his Church, commits itself to the education of the whole child in an environment conducive to spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth. The Administration, faculty and staff strive to inspire the students with dedication and love that reflect the gospel message of Jesus Christ. Built on the moral foundation and values begun at home by parents, the faith of the students becomes a lived reality as they learn to serve God and one another.
This Catholic School, is a Christ-centered community rooted in the traditions of the Catholic faith. A strong Catholic identity invites all to call, to teach and to challenge the community to experience Christ through life-long relationships, instruction, service and prayer.
St. Pius X School offers a comprehensive, integrated curriculum and strives for the formation of the whole person. Empowered by a strong educational partnership between the school and parish community, St. Pius X School motivates and nurtures the learner.
This learning environment is built on Gospel values and the charism of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The dedicated lay and religious staff prepares the community for the challenges of a constantly changing society and a Church called to grow in wisdom and grace.
The teachers of St. Pius X School recognize the role of the parents as the primary educators and share with them the responsibilty for growth and development of the child. Together, we strive to maintain on-going communication and mutual support in order to create a setting, which will foster academic and personal development of the child.
School Motto
Proud Tradition — Future Promise
Accreditation
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS/CASI), accredits the Diocese of Richmond. St. Pius X School is under the auspices of the diocese and therefore is accredited by SACS/CASI. St. Pius X School is also accredited by the Virginia Catholic Education Association (VCEA) whose accreditation process has been approved by the Virginia Council for Private Education Committee on Accreditation as authorized by the Virginia State Board of Education.
Family Involvement
St. Pius recognizes the role of the parents as the primary educators and shares with them the responsibility for growth and development of the child. We strive to maintain on-going communication and mutual support in order to create a setting, which will foster academic and personal development of the child.
Parents are expected to assist their child with homework, volunteer when possible and participate in school fundraising activities. An active Parent/Teacher Organization helps nurture this partnership. Support is important in such areas as providing classroom and lunchroom helpers, administering fund-raisers, assisting in the clinic, assembling weekly communication envelopes and performing clerical duties.