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Students Kelly McDowell and Santiago Duran from St. Pius X High School were awarded the Archbishop's award in May 2008.

Why Catholic School?

Rigorous Academics

• Challenging curriculum aligned to national standards
• Average standardized test scores above the national average
• Well rounded course offerings including art, music, foreign language, technology, and PE to complement the core subjects of religion, math, language arts, social studies, and science
• Accredited schools staffed by qualified professionals
• Total of 21 different AP courses taught at the high school level

Faith Based Education

• Daily education in values which complements the teaching of the child’s primary educators, their parents
• Instruction grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church and infused throughout the curriculum
• Age appropriate opportunities for students to practice their faith through service to others
• Regular mass attendance for all students, daily mass offered for high school students

Nurturing Environment

• Christ centered atmosphere
• Welcoming environment that recognizes and celebrates student racial, religious, and ethnic diversity
• Supportive community that cultivates self-discipline and motivation and encourages student learning and achievement
• Structured programs to maximize instructional opportunities

Technology

• Clearly defined technology curriculum focused on basic skills including keyboarding, digital citizenship, and problem solving
• Integration of technology tools and applications across academic disciplines
• Commitment to providing instructional technology teachers and students alike as evidenced by an estimated 3 to 1 student to student use computer ratio and average annual school technology budget of $140,000.