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Testimonials

Liz E. - Parent

“I’m so happy we found St. Rose! My 4 children attended another Catholic school in our area for a few years, but that school was restructuring, so we visited St. Rose and immediately chose to enroll all 4 of our children. St. Rose is a true gem! While our last school was good, it doesn’t even come close to the caliber of St. Rose. If you’re looking for a place that truly focuses on the children and promotes learning in a fun, supportive environment, look no further! I was worried about the change with my fourth grader, but he didn’t miss a beat. He looks forward to going every single day! The faculty at St. Rose is amazing; the curriculum is excellent; the extracurricular activities are plentiful, and the other families are a true blessing. My first grader and my pre-K kids (3 and 4) have also excelled this year and truly enjoy going to school. Joining this school community was one of the best decisions we have ever made!!“

Elesa M. –Parent

“I can say with confidence that the teachers at St. Rose do an excellent job preparing students for high school. They have a strong academic program and numerous after school activities. Students learn effective time management skills, and the importance of developing independence in the middle school years. Staff and administration effectively communicate with parents and students; emails are always answered in a timely manner. Lastly, St. Rose School has a wonderful sense of community! I have found the students in the school to be very inclusive and respectful. My children look forward to going to school."

Laura Jean –Parent of student in 4-year-old program

“St. Rose Preschool is a nurturing environment where young children learn. The teachers are organized, communicative and fun! They have all been there for many years which shows it’s a positive environment for everyone. I couldn’t recommend this school more! “

Isabel A.–Parent

"St. Rose fosters a positive learning environment where our children have felt supported, have had the opportunity to thrive, and have developed a strong sense of service, respect, and responsibility. The Kindergarten through 8th grade environment gives older students an opportunity to develop leadership skills as “buddies” or mentors to their younger peers, and it gives our younger students role models to look up to and to emulate. What sets our school apart, however, is the community of selfless families who care so deeply about our school and who dedicate themselves to its success. We have loved our time at St. Rose School. As our time at the school sunsets, we come away with children who are on a pathway to success, a close knit group of friendships that will last a lifetime."

Mrs. Erin Nordt – Parent

"Being a graduate of Catholic schools, I envisioned my children obtaining the same foundations in Catholic school education that I had received. When I toured St. Rose of Lima School, I was not only impressed with the warm environment, but also the number of clubs and extracurriculars such as Chess, Mock Trial, Math Club, Flag Football . . . to name just a few. Being a Blue Ribbon of Excellence in Education also impressed me. The Administration, Faculty and families at St. Rose welcomed my family with open arms. My children have hard working, dedicated teachers who give so much of their time, support and love to each one of them. The school is under the leadership and guidance of a phenomenal Administration as well as our beloved, devoted pastor, Monsignor Weiss. We are beyond blessed and grateful for all that St. Rose School has done and continues to do for our family and for all of the families who are part of this community.”

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School News & Announcements

TURKEY TROT SUCCESS! A RECORD-BREAKING YEAR AT ST. ROSE!

By Lisa Jackson • November 20, 2025

With all the activity buzzing through our classrooms and halls, you couldn’t miss the excitement and friendly competition of this year’s Turkey Trot — and what a year it was! Now in its fifth year, the Turkey Trot just reached its most successful total ever. Our previous record from 2022 was 4,228 food items… and this year our students shattered it with an incredible 5,226 items collected for the Faith Food Pantry! ❤️🤍 What makes this even more special? This project was entirely student-driven. With just a few turkey gobbles during announcements and a simple flyer, students checked the Turkey Trot track daily, strategizing and encouraging each other to move their buddy turkey forward. Their teamwork and enthusiasm showed what St. Rose spirit is all about! 🏁 Final Turkey Trot Standings 🥇 Toto the Turkey (Grades 3 & 6) — 1,988 items 🥈 Blueberry (Grades 1 & 5) — 1,560 items 🥉 Gobbler (Grades 2 & 7) — 782 items 4️⃣ Frozen Blueberry (Preschool & Grade 8) — 473 items 5️⃣ Mr. Gobbleson (Grades K & 4) — 423 items Awards were handed out to celebrate, Monday will be a schoolwide dress-down day as a BIG thank-you to our amazing students. Every can, box, bag, and jar helped bring us to a huge win for the Faith Food Pantry. We’ve already made two deliveries — shelves are stocked for Thanksgiving — and the remaining items will be delivered next week to keep supporting families well into the winter months. Our children showed once again that many hands make light work. When it was time to gather items for delivery, one quick call brought out carts, teamwork, and strong arms ready to help. Their willingness to step up, take charge, and serve others truly reflects the heart of St. Rose. We are THANKFUL, PROUD, and continually inspired by our students. 🧡 What a beautiful reminder that when we share our blessings, we spread joy far beyond our walls.

Anything BUT a Backpack Day was a huge hit!

By Lisa Jackson • November 20, 2025

Our students never fail to amaze us — not only do they get the job done, but they’re always up for a challenge! This week was no exception as we held our first annual “Anything BUT a Backpack Day”… and WOW, did our students deliver! From baskets and buckets to mailboxes, pots & pans, garbage cans, wheelbarrows, golf bags, luggage, pet carriers and so much more — you name it, it came through our doors! Our elementary students enjoyed unpacking their clever “book carriers” for the day, while our spirited middle schoolers committed fully and traveled from class to class with their creations in tow. Hearing wheels rolling down the sidewalk and peeking out to see laundry baskets, Christmas stockings, and even wheelbarrows being pulled along brought the biggest smile to our faces! We kicked off the morning with a parade in the Gathering Hall where every idea got its moment to shine, followed by homeroom favorites and even a mini-parade from our littlest learners. In the end, there were prizes… but even better, there was joy, laughter, imagination, and school spirit everywhere we looked. Here’s to creativity, fun, and a new tradition that we already can’t wait to bring back next year!