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Learn about what makes St. Bernard School such a special place to learn and grow as sons and daughters of Christ.

When you are ready to visit, arrange a shadow day for your child(ren), or register, simply call Mr. Glassmeyer at 353.4224. 

 

We look forward 

to hearing from you!

 

  Mission Statement  
       
 

St. Bernard School forms its students to be practicing members of the Catholic Church and to live fully the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. As a center of academic excellence, we nurture our students’ particular gifts and talents in order to prepare them to be life-long learners and to contribute to the greater community.

  

 

 

 

 Spiritual Formation  
       
  Sacraments & Devotions
- School Masses are celebrated on Wednesdays at 8:35 AM
- Each class spends time each week in Eucharistic Adoration.
- Seasonal opportunities for confession or penance services.
- During Lent we have the Stations of the Cross.
- We celebrate the May Crowning and pray the rosary.
- In October, the Month of the Holy Rosary, we host the Living Rosary.
- Prayer services are held seasonally.
- Each day begins and ends with prayer, and our faith is incorporated into all classes.
 		  
  Works of Service & Mercy
Responding to Christ's call and example, our students participate in a number of service opportunities...

Mission Festival
Out students host a festival that benefits our sister school in Uganda, St. Julie Billiart. This 20+ year tradition has raised significant funds for the Ugandan school and creating fond memories for our students. It is the highlight of our celebrations during Catholic Schools Week.

Stewardship Projects
Four times a year, grades 1-8 participate in grade-level projects that reflect service and charity.
 		  
  Sports Leader
Our Athletic groups are recognized as a ministry of the Parish in which coaches have a unique opportunity to talk with players about character development and faith. Sports Leader is a virtue-based mentoring and motivation program used at all levels with our sports teams.
 		  
  Theology of the Body
To prepare our students to handle the culture with the eyes of faith and truth, Theology of the Body curriculum is taught to our junior high students. Through the program, students come to understand God's plan for sexuality, love, and marriage.
 		  
       
       
       
  Academic Strength  
  Academic Standards
In line with the recommendation of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati's Catholic Schools Office, we have adopted the "common core" curriculums for math and language arts. These are rigorous standards that promote higher-level thinking and reasoning.
 		  
  Technology
- Our Wi-Fi system runs throughout the school.
- 6 carts of Chromebooks make it convenient for teachers to incorporate technology.
- Parents have 24/7/365 access to their child(ren)'s grades through Option C.
- Each classroom is equipped with a SMARTBoard.
 		  
  Specials
Each week, students participate in Physical Education, Music, Library, Art, and Computers.
 		  
  Enrichment & Co-curriculars
- Athletics (baseball, basketball, football, golf, volleyball)
- Veteran's Day Program (all grades)
- Christmas Program (grades 1-4)
- Spring Musical (grades 5-8)
- Drama Club
- Symphony Field Trip
- Yearbook
- Junior Achievement
 		  
  Academic Competitions


- Geography Bee
- Spelling Bee
- Science Fair
- Speech Contest

- Bible Bowl

  
  Additional Resources
The Auxiliary Service Program provides a wide range of services to support the students, staff and parents of St. Bernard School. These services include Speech-Language, Special Education, and Title I services.
 		  
       
     
     
   Points of Interest  
  Size/Enrollment
We have one classroom per grade (K-8), ranging in size from 12 to 23 students, with an average of 18. Kindergarten is full day. Our total enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year is over 160 students. 
 		  
  Hours
Classes begin at 8:25 AM and end at 3 PM. Students may arrive as early as 8:00 AM.
 		  
  Extended Hours
Students can come to the library for before-school care as early as 7:30 AM for a daily $1 fee. Our after-school program is also available from 3 - 6 PM where students are provided a snack, homework time, and recreation. Contact the school office for additional information.
 		  
  Buses
Northwest and Three Rivers school districts bus to St. Bernard. Contact your public school district's transportation department for information.
 		  

 

 

 

 

What Parents Are Saying...

  • "I love the fact that St. Bernard is large enough to provide a great education but small enough that everyone knows everyone."
  • "The school is not just a school but a family."
  • "St. Bernard provides an authentic Catholic education I haven't seen anywhere else."

 

 

 

 

 

 

What Parents Are Saying...

  • "I love the fact that St. Bernard is large enough to provide a great education but small enough that everyone knows everyone."
  • "The school is not just a school but a family."
  • "St. Bernard provides an authentic Catholic education I haven't seen anywhere else."

 

 

 

What Parents Are Saying...

  • "I love the fact that St. Bernard is large enough to provide a great education but small enough that everyone knows everyone."
  • "The school is not just a school but a family."
  • "St. Bernard provides an authentic Catholic education I haven't seen anywhere else."

 

St. Bernard School         |         7115 Springdale Road         |         Cincinnati, OH 45247         |         513.353.4224

With humble hearts we thank the members of St. Bernard Parish, whose support of Catholic education 

has allowed this ministry to bless countless students and families, including us. THANK YOU! .

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