Called to be disciples of Christ by His Great Commandment, we, the Catholic schools of the Diocese of Stockton,
are committed to supporting our families as primary educators and developing students who are witnesses to the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Gospel. By way of the Deposit of Faith, we create environments with opportunities to foster a personal relationship with God, participate in the liturgical and sacramental life of the Church, and develop religious literacy, in order to live our faith in a God-sustained world.
On October 7, sixth-graders at Sacred Heart Patterson enacted the Luminous mysteries for a Live Rosary in honor of the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary. Each student with their beads in hand followed along as students took turns leading a reflection. The room was remarkably absent of chatter and noise aside from the steady recitation of prayer and sacred music.
Devotion to the Blessed Mother is one thing that sets Catholic schools apart from other private schools. Teaching this prayer subsequently teaches the life of Jesus. It also encourages quiet reflection, self-regulation, and, most importantly, a relationship with God.
Many Catholic schools throughout the Stockton Diocese celebrate the Month of the Rosary with rosary-making activities, processions, even giant balloon rosaries.
Students at Sacred Heart Turlock had the opportunity to see concepts from science class—such as biology, ecosystems, and conservation—come to life during their visit to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo this September. By observing live animals and learning about the zoo’s conservation efforts, students deepened their understanding of the natural world while gaining a greater appreciation for God’s creation. This experience not only enriched their academic studies but also inspired them to embrace their responsibility as stewards of our common home, caring for the earth with gratitude and respect.
At the very center of St. Stanislaus Catholic School sits a chapel - a beautiful reminder of the very nature of a Catholic school. Everything we do must always be centered around Jesus. Having him fully present in the Eucharist as students learn and grow promotes a devotion and closeness to Him that is unique to this environment.
Each year, Catholic school staff from across the Diocese come together for a day of inspiration, recognition, prayer and celebration. This year, over 300 dedicated teachers, administrators and support staff gathered at Central Catholic High School in Modesto. Friends mingled over breakfast and then listened to a distinguished leader in Catholic education, Kevin Baxter, who inspired them to serve with joy!
All schools of the Diocese of Stockton admit students regardless of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, medical condition, sex or national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs, although certain athletic leagues and other similar programs may limit participation.
While the school does not discriminate against students with special needs, a full range of services may not always be available to them. Decisions concerning the admission and continued enrollment of a student in the school are based upon the student's emotional, academic, and physical abilities and the resources available to the school in meeting the student's needs.
[Note that this School Student Non-Discrimination Policy does not provide nor imply that the School and/or Diocese waives any legal exceptions or exemptions that may apply to it as a religious nonprofit organization.]