FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF THE IMMACULATA

Q: Do you offer varied and flexible program options?

A. Yes, The School of the Immaculata offers 5 program options to support parents in their role as the primary educators of their children.

Homeschooling Family Affiliate Program

Online Program

Distance Learning Program

3-Day Homeschooling Family Core Academic Program

Day School 5-Day Academic Program 

 

Q: How can you be a religious school and not a diocesan school?

A: We are a private school founded by 3 Catholic teachers. The school creates a soul-safe environment for children of all faiths.  We teach a Catholic program and cultivate a distinctly Catholic environment. There are many schools around the country doing the very same thing. A visit to www.napcis.org might be very helpful in understanding the growing phenomenon of small, independent schools founded by Catholics. Each year more are formed. 

 

Q: Is the Byzantine church a Catholic church?

A:Yes, they are Catholics in union with the Bishop of Rome (the Pope) whom we recognize as the visible Head of the Catholic Church. They are recognized as being Catholic by the local Roman Catholic Bishops and the Bishops of the United States of America and the whole world.  The School of the Immaculata celebrates the beauty of both the Eastern and Western churches, embracing the richness of both. The two are both under the Holy Father and considered by Pope John Paul II to be 2 lungs breathing together. (from his encyclical Light of the East)

Q: Do you use a traditional curriculum?

 
A. The School of the Immaculata uses the Natural Structure approach to education. Natural structure is the name given to the form of education that combines elements of Montessori and Classical education.  It is an education in excellence.  As children move past the preparatory and grammar stages of the trivium, Montessori materials are used less frequently and methodology becomes more similar to other forms of
classical education.  

Q:  Do you wear uniforms? 

A. Students in High School must wear modest clothing. Boys wear polo shirts of their choice or a uniform oxford from The Golden Egg Uniform Store.  Girls wear uniform oxfords or modest tops. Boys and girls wear khaki bottoms or modest bottoms of their own choice. 
Students in grades K-8 wear uniforms Monday through Thursday. Boys wear khaki shorts or pants and a white or Marian blue Immaculata polo shirt.  Girls wear blue-plaid or khaki shorts, skorts, jumpers or slacks and a white or Marian blue Immaculata polo shirt. Dress uniforms and PE uniforms may be purchased from The Golden Egg Uniform Store. Visit them online at
 thegoldeneggschooluniforms.com
Every Friday, students and faculty celebrate our faith by wearing Catholic or Christian T-shirts. 

 

Q:  Is The School of the Immaculata a Not-for-profit organization?

A:  Yes, it is a private, non-profit and tax-exempt corporation.  
Donations are tax-deductible.

 

Q:  What about extra curricular activities?

A:  We offer a variety of extra curricular activities to create a well-rounded educational experience.  Sports include:  basketball, soccer, and track.  Electives include:  foreign languages,  vocal instruction, music, PE and art.  We have an annual Christmas production during which the students learn basic dramatic technique and The School of the Immaculata participates in the community.  Our students are involved in activities with the Militia Immaculata, Ministry of the Sick, and church service projects.

 

Q:  What does your high school program entail?

A:  We offer a college preparatory diploma which meets all the requirements of the State of Florida Department of Education.  High school students attend classes on our campus, and have the liberty to dually enroll in other academic venues, including St. Petersburg College.  Their schedule is structured so that employment, community service hours, family and social time is feasible.  Also accommodated in their academic schedule is daily reception of the Holy Eucharist at Divine Liturgy.

 

Q. Does the School of the Immaculata educate for eternity?

A. We can only imagine!
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