Whether you are seeking an educational program for your soon-to-be preschooler or considering transitioning your PK-12th grader to a new school, it's a good time of year to do some research. Several of the 25 Catholic Schools within the Diocese of Bridgeport will be offering either In-Person or Virtual Open Houses during Catholic Schools Week (January 31-February 6) and most schools will be offering private tours by appointment (scroll down to see open house information listed by school).
There are about 7,000 students in diocesan schools located throughout Fairfield County, and on any given day most are attending classes in-person. The diocesan system has also offered an Online Learning Academy for parents who wish to have their children learn remotely at home and for students who have health conditions that require distance learning.
“I’m grateful to Superintendent Steven Cheeseman and the principals, teachers, students and families. Together they have shown the enduring strength and value of Catholic education and faith-based learning communities. By working together our schools have been able to remain open for our students and families who depend on them,” ~ Bishop Frank J. Caggiano
Bishop Caggiano said that as diocesan schools prepare to observe National Catholic Schools Week they have much to celebrate, most notably a successful and historic response during the pandemic. As of this week all 25 schools are back in session for in-person learning as a result of following health and safety protocols recommended by local and state departments of health.
Dr. Cheeseman credits thorough planning and preparation along with the ongoing collaboration between schools and parents for the ability to keep schools open for in-person classes, while other systems have had to rely heavily on remote learning. Dr. Cheeseman added that one of the surest signs of success is the growing enrollment that schools have experienced during the pandemic and the number of new students who are prepared to re-enroll next year based on their positive experience with Catholic education.
“Somehow we’ve been able to keep it all together and to give parents a reason to take a second look at Catholic education. I believe we’ve risen to the occasion and added to the proud and vital legacy of our school in the lives of generations of students and families,” Superintendent, Dr. Steven Cheeseman
Attending an Open House offers a great opportunity for your family to see how the Catholic educational community of families are committed to academic excellence and faith development and guided by the belief that all are created in the image and likeness of God. There are 25 Catholic schools offering a variety of early childhood, elementary, and secondary programs-- all of which are Forming hearts, Informing minds and Transforming lives. See which school is the right FIT for your family.
Below is a list of open houses happening at schools in our area but you can view the open house calendar to browse the full list of schools across the entire diocese. Most schools are also offering private tours by appointment.
ST. ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL, NEWTOWN
https://www.stroseschool.com/; 203-426-5102
Virtual Open House:
Jan. 31st at 10am (Grades 5-8); 2pm (Grades K-4)
Feb. 1st at 3pm & Feb. 3 at 7pm (PK)
Register for Open House here.
Virtual Tour Here
ST. CATHERINE OF SIENNA, TRUMBULL
https://www.stcatherinesienatrumbull.org/; 203-375-1947
Take-a-look-Tuesday Tours by appointment. Call to schedule.
Virtual Tour Here
ST. THERESA SCHOOL, TRUMBULL
https://sttheresaschooltrumbull.org/; 203-268-3236
In-person Open House: Jan. 31 at 9am mass followed by live-stream tour from the gym at 10am.
Call to register.
ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL, TRUMBULL
https://www.sjcadets.org/; 203-378-9378
Family tours available by appointment.
Spring Open House: April 7th at 7:30pm
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY, SHELTON
https://www.holytrinitycatholicacademy.org/; 203-929-4422
Virtual Open House: Jan. 31st 9am-11:30am
Registration required online here.
ST. JAMES SCHOOL, STRATFORD
https://stjamesstratford.org//; 203-375-5994
In-person Open House: Jan. 31st 10am-1pm by appointment: register here.
ST. MARK SCHOOL, STRATFORD
http://www.stmarkschool.org/; 203-375-4291
In-person Open House: Jan. 31st 10am-12pm by appointment: register here.
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL, FAIRFIELD
https://www.assumptionfairfield.org/; 203-334-6271
In-person Open House: Jan. 31st 10am-12pm by appointment: register here.
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL, FAIRFIELD
https://www.stasonline.net/; 203-255-0556
Virtual Open House: Jan. 31st 10am-12pm by appointment: register via email here.
Private after-school tours available by appointment.
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, FAIRFIELD
http://notredame.org/; 203-372-6521
Personal tours available by appointment.
ST. CATHERINE ACADEMY, FAIRFIELD
http://www.stcatherineacademy.org/; 203-540-5381
Personal tours available by appointment.
CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT
https://www.catholicacademybridgeport.org/; (203) 362-2978
Virtual Open House: Feb. 4th at 6pm; In-person tours available at each campus by appointment only:
St. Andrew Academy; 203-373-1552
St. Ann Academy; 203-334-5856
St. Augustine Academy; 203-366-6500
St. Raphael Academy; 203-333-6818
KOLBE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL, BRIDGEPORT
http://www.kolbecaths.org/; (203) 335-2554
Personal tours available by appointment.
More About the Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools
Our alliance of 25 Catholic schools serves more than 7,000 students in preschool through 12th grade. Our students learn in a nurturing environment where high expectations find balance with love and respect. As a family of faith, we challenge our administrators, teachers and students to a higher standard and expect them to exemplify a life inspired and informed by the Gospels both inside and outside of the classroom. In this safe and loving environment, our students are taught a curriculum that was designed to meet or exceed state and national standards by qualified teachers who strive to transform their potential into success. All schools in the Diocese of Bridgeport are fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. For more information: Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport, 238 Jewett Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06606; (203) 416-1638. Visit https://www.dioceseofbridgeportcatholicschools.com/
More About Catholic Schools Week
Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States, sponsored by National Catholic Education Association (NCEA). Catholic schools will observe the week with Masses, open houses and other activities for students, families, parishioners and community members. Through these events, schools focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to Church, local communities and the nation.
