Overview- Catholic elementary school offering pre-school through 8th grade
- School Established on April 8, 1953
- Over 65 Years of Academic Excellence
- The school is a vital ministry of the St. Albert the Great parish
Academic Achievements and Standards
- Harvard Data Wise School
- Personalized Learning Program & CME Grant recipient
- 2013 TerraNova® composite results:
- Grade 3 - 54.6%; Grade 5 - 84.3%; Grade 7 - 94.2%
- Newly renovated and expanded library
- Entire building wireless
- SMART® technology
- Dedicated science laboratory
- Honor Roll recognizes individual achievement
Catholic Identity
- Daily religious instruction based on curriculum as authorized by the United States Council of Catholic Bishops
- Grades 1-8 attend Mass and Eucharistic Adoration weekly
- Grade 2 prepares for and receives the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion
- Grade 8 prepares for and receives the sacrament of Confirmation.
Student Life and School Community
- Extracurricular activities available in sports and expressive arts
- Variety of family social activities offered throughout the school year
- Exceptional parental involvement through the Parents' Association and other volunteer opportunities
Leadership and Staff
- Mrs. Jodi McLawhorn, School Principal
- Father Mariusz Nawalaniec, Pastor
- Mrs. Kasia Krol, Administrative Assistant
- Masterful and Innovative faculty
Admission and Tuition
- FACTS tuition management
- Caritas Scholarship Program offers up to 50% tuition reduction over three years
- Empower Illlinois and Big Shoulders Tax credit Scholarhips
- Additional financial aid is available and is based on need
- St. Albert the Great does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, or ethnic origin in its admission policies
Accreditation and Recognition
- Fully recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education and the National Catholic Education Association
- Completion of AdvanceED® Accreditation in 2013-2014
Other Facts
- School day begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.
- Before and after school program available (E.D.P - St. Albert Extended Day Program)
- Standard uniform policy with several scheduled dress-up/down, spirit and other out-of-uniform days
- Secured premises including a locked campus with buzzer system, background checks and VIRTUS certification required for all volunteers, and mandatory visitor sign-in/out.