Celebrate Catholic School Week 2020 With Us!
National Catholic Schools Week (CSW) is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. Now entering its 46th anniversary year, CSW has traditionally been held the last week in January.
Polk County Catholic Schools want to help showcase what makes Catholic schools the best when families are looking to find the right school for them. Take a look at our incredible schools and what we have to offer from January 26 to February 1, 2020. Schools typically observe the week with Masses, assemblies, and other activities for students, families, parishioners, and community members to celebrate and congratulate.
Neumann Early Learning Academy
501 East Carter Rd., Lakeland, FL 33813 | (863) 647-3400 | neumanearlylearning.org
Open House Dates
Wednesday, January 29th from 8:00 a.m. -12 p.m.
Did you know?
Neumann Early Learning Academy forms part of the St. John Neumann Catholic Church community in South Lakeland. This preschool serves children entering Pre-K3 and Pre-K4. The also offer FREE VPK. Neumann Early Learning Academy provides quality preschool education in a Catholic environment that is safe, loving and nurturing. Each child is recognized and treated as a unique individual and a child of God. Additionally, their teachers are certified and the school is accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference.
Resurrection Catholic School
3720 Old Highway 37, Lakeland, FL 33813 | (863) 644-3931 | www.rcslakeland.org
Open House Dates:
Friday, January 24 - Preschool Winter Fun Day - Open House for prospective families. Please RSVP by calling our school office.
Sunday, January 26 from 9:30 - 11:30am
Tuesday, January 28 from 8:30 - 10:00 am
Did You Know?
Located on the 20-acre grounds on the Church of the Resurrection Parish, Resurrection Catholic School offers an impressive campus. RCS is the only U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School in Lakeland and one of only three Blue Ribbon schools in Polk County. They are the only STREAM certified school in Polk County. STREAM (science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, and math) is incorporated into their curriculum challenging students to think critically, solve real-life problems and find the love of Jesus in everything they do, encouraging them to be lifelong learners.
St. Anthony Catholic School
924 Marcum Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809 | (863) 858-0671 | www.saintacs.com
Open House Dates:
Sunday, January 26 from 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Did You Know?
Saint Anthony Catholic School is located in beautiful North Lakeland and serves children in Pre-K through 8th Grade. A Florida Catholic Conference Accredited school, St. Anthony has a dedicated faculty and staff that delivers a faith-based educational experience, which supports the whole child in improved learning and in leading a fulfilled, balanced, and meaningful life. St. Anthony’s motto is, “We are more than a school, we are family,” and it is visible through the whole school. From students, parents, faculty, staff, and volunteers, St. Anthony is committed to serve and educate our future generation with strong academics and faith-filled values.
St. Joseph Academy
310 Frank Lloyd Wright Way, Lakeland, FL 33803 | (863) 213-5280 | www.sjalakeland.org
Open House Date:
Thursday, January 30 from 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Did You Know?
St. Joseph Academy one of our oldest Catholic schools in Polk County. Located in the heart of downtown Lakeland, the school has been serving students and their families for more than 80 years. St. Joseph Academy provides special opportunities for students to explore their talents with a variety of extracurricular activities, such as the Garden Club, Bricks 4 Kidz, choir, performing arts, and various sports. Most importantly, students can take advantage of flexible seating in the classrooms providing them a comfortable learning environment. Their faculty works very hard to make certain that all kids succeed. If you want a school that will challenge, nurture, and encourage your child, St. Joseph Academy is the perfect place!
St. Joseph Catholic School (Winter Heaven)
535 Ave M NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881 | (863) 293-3311 | www.stjosephwhschool.org
Open House Dates:
Tuesday, January 28 from 9:00 - 11 a.m.
Did You Know?
St. Joseph Catholic School has served the Winter Haven area for more than 60 years. Since 2004, 33 graduates of SJCS have gone on to earn the honor of Valedictorian or Salutatorian from area Polk County High Schools. Their legacy of academic excellence continues with their strong curriculum and dynamic teaching faculty. Success like theirs is not the exception, but an example of the formation of St. Joseph students. Students enjoy a rich foundation of Catholic faith through academic instruction, as well as opportunities to put their faith into action. Their rigorous curriculum in all subject areas gives students a strong foundation to learn and develop intellectually.
Santa Fe Catholic High School
3110 US-92, Lakeland, FL 33801 | (863) 665-4188 | www.santafecatholic.org
Open House Dates:
Santa Fe’s doors are always open, and they would love to meet you! Please contact them today to schedule your personalized tour of the campus.
Did You Know?
Santa Fe students consistently score higher than the Florida average in standardized tests. On average, 98% of graduates are accepted into college, and more than 75% percent receive Florida Bright Futures Scholarships. They provide a wide range of extracurricular activities to prepare students to become athletes, artists, writers, team members, and leaders. Though Santa Fe Catholic High School is a Catholic educational institution, families of all faiths find the school has not only an outstanding academic program, but also a very solid foundation of religious education and values. Together, these factors create an environment that promotes healthy spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social growth.