Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School expresses the educational mission of the Catholic Church. Faculty, staff, and parents work together to provide students with a Christ-centered education and the tools for life-long learning.

School Profile

Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School opened its doors to the citizens of Paso Robles on September 7, 1959 under the direction of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Wichita, Kansas. Sister Stanislaus, the school's first principal, established the high academic and Christian expectations that are continued today. Grades one through five were offered as combination classes during the first few years to accommodate the school's original enrollment of 139 students. One grade was added each successive year. During the 1962-1963 school year, grades one through eight were available for Saint Rose students. A kindergarten was established in September of 1983 to better serve the community. A preschool serving children who are three through five years of age was opened in September of 1993.

Curriculum

Catholic values, as stated in the school's philosophy, are of prime importance in the development of the general curriculum at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School. These values guide us in our continuing goal to create a positive atmosphere of learning. We recognize the uniqueness of each child through a student-centered curriculum. We promote high academic standards of excellence that extend beyond the basic mastery of content skills to a higher level of critical thinking and life-long learning. Through the integration of Catholic values into the secular curriculum, students develop and apply Catholic teachings and critical thinking skills to their everyday lives.

Accreditation

Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA).

General Information

Administration:
Reverend Wayne Dawson, Administrator Pro Tem
Dr. James Brescia, Principal
Ms. Linda Lawrence, Preschool Director

Current Enrollment:
290 students in preschool through grade eight

Student-Teacher Ratio:
16 students per staff member in preschool through grade eight

Tuition (2007-2008):
All Families		Tuition	Registration Fees
Preschool and Pre- Kindergarten (Combined)	(Mon.- Fri.)	$30.00/day	$250.00
St. Rose Parish Families*
Kindergarten	(Mon.-Fri.)	$4,040.00	$350.00
Grades 1-8*		$4,660.00	$350.00
*Verification from the parish office is required to obtain the parishioner discount
Non-Parish Families
Kindergarten	(Mon.-Fri.)	$4,040.00	$350.00
Grades 1-8*		$4,998.00	$350.00

Registration Information

A complete registration package is available by calling the school office at (805) 238-0304 or by sending email to strose4@arrival.net.