Twelve Reasons to Choose Monsignor Slade Catholic School

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Fall is a time of year during which many families are settled into the routine of a new school year, extracurricular activities, and fun family traditions, but for parents who are anticipating the start of preschool, Kindergarten or middle school in the coming year, it’s also time to attend Open Houses, tour schools, and learn more about educational opportunities for students.

Parents choose Catholic education for their children for a variety of reasons. Schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore highlight a dozen reasons to choose Catholic schools.

A dozen reasons to choose Catholic Schools

  1. We offer an education that combines Catholic faith and teachings with academic excellence.
  2. We partner with parents in the faith formation of their children.
  3. We set high standards for student acheivement and help them succeed.
  4. We provide a balanced academic curriculum that integrates faith, culture, and life.
  5. We use technology effectively to enhance education.
  6. We instill in students the value of service to others.
  7. We teach children respect of self and others.
  8. We emphasize moral development and self-discipline.
  9. We prepare students to be productive citizens and future leaders.
  10. We have a 100% high school graduation rate; 99% of our graduates go to college.
  11. We cultivate a faculty and staff of people who are dedicated, caring, and effective.
  12. We provide a safe and welcoming environment for all.


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  1. Ofrecemos una educación que combina la fe y la doctrina católicas con excelencia académica.
  2. Colaboramos con los padres en la formación en la fe de sus hijos.
  3. Establecemos estandares elevados de logros para nuestros alumnos y les ayudamos a alcanzarlos.
  4. Contamos con planes de estudio académicos balanceados que integran la fe, la cultura, y la vida.
  5. Usamos la tecnología de manera efectiva para optimar la educación.
  6. Inculcamos en nuestros alumnos el valor del servicio al prójimo.
  7. Enseñamos a nuestros alumnos a respetarse a sí mismos y a respetar a los demás.
  8. Ponemos el énfasis en el desarrollo moral y la autodisciplina.
  9. Preparamos a nuestros alumnos para ser ciudadanos productivos y líderes del futuro.
  10. La tasa de graduación de nuestras escuelas secundarias es de 99 por ciento. 85 por ciento de nuestros graduados asisten a la universidad.
  11. Cultivamos un cuerpo docente ya personal dedicado, solidario y eficaz.
  12. Brindamos un ambiente seguro y acogedor para todos.

We invite you to discover the many reasons why Monsignor Slade Catholic School might be the ideal choice for your child’s educational foundation at our fall Open House on November 11, 2022.  Prospective parents may register to attend for a tour of our school, an opportunity to meet teachers and staff, the chance to be informed about our curriculum and to learn first hand from our current students, how we strive for excellence in their education and nurture them to know, love, and be disciples of Christ.

If schedules do not allow families to attend the Open House, submit an inquiry today to schedule a personalized tour.  Seats are limited in our preschool, kindergarten, and 6th grade classes.  We anticipate waiting lists at these grade levels for the 2023-2024 school year.  To ensure your child's consideration, apply today.

Monsignor Slade Catholic School serves students in Pre-K2 through 8th grade.  Extracurricular activities like book clubs, instrumental music instruction, First Lego League Robotics Clubs and theater arts opportunities are offered to enrolled students.  Athletics programs in the fall, winter, and spring are open, not only to our students, but also to children who are not enrolled at Monsignor Slade.  Student athletes can participate in field hockey, soccer, basketball, cheerleading, and lacrosse.

RSVP to attend Open House today.