St. Francis Schools (Atlanta area, Georgia)
Saint Francis Schools Atlanta, Ga Northern Suburbs
Saint Francis School is a (K – 12) independent, not for profit, college preparatory school with no religious affiliation that has been serving students of the Metro Atlanta since 1976. Saint Francis School is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC), the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). It is a member of Georgia Independent School Association (GISA) and the Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools (AAAIS).
Mission
The mission of Saint Francis School is to provide a college preparatory program to students with diverse academic ability in a structured educational environment that is challenging and supportive.
Campuses
Kindergarten through 8th grades are located on a 24-acre campus on Willeo Road in Roswell, Georgia Roswell, Georgia. The campus has 3 large classroom buildings, a spacious cafeteria, 2 gymnasiums, a football/soccer field, a baseball/softball field, tennis courts, several playgrounds and an indoor swimming pool. The Roswell (main campus) serves approximately 500 students. The High School is located on a 47-acre campus on Cogburn Road in Milton, Ga Milton, Georgia, (approximately 15 miles from the main campus). The Saint Francis High School campus includes a large inclusive classroom building, media and arts building, auditorium (theatre) building, football stadium, baseball and softball fields, tennis courts, modern cafeteria and weight room facility.
Academics
Saint Francis is committed to providing an educational program of the highest quality that can meet the needs of students with diverse abilities who would benefit from a smaller teacher-pupil ratio than is available in most public or private schools. The school’s commitment to small class sizes, low pupil-to-teacher ratio, and a strong emphasis on structure and organization allows students to enjoy success in academic areas and develop the self-confidence necessary to be successful in college. Curriculum offerings include AP, Honors, Traditional, Support and Academic Enhancement classes. Saint Francis School is a Google School with all students, grades 6 - 12, utilizing a laptop or tablet in their classrooms. Curriculum and instruction is presented in a variety of formats that address student needs and prepare students for a variety of college situations.
Athletics
Sports are offered both at the middle school and high school including football, basketball, soccer, baseball, track, swimming, wrestling, softball, volleyball, equestrian, cheerleading and tennis. High school sports teams participate in the Georgia High School Association Georgia High School Association(GHSA), Single A divisions.
Saint Francis Elementary School K-5 in Roswell, Ga
Saint Francis Elementary School’s educational philosophy is based on the premise that every student can succeed if attention is given to the student’s learning strengths, as well as the student’s learning difficulties. Saint Francis School allows students to realize their learning potential by providing a balanced, well-rounded program that pays attention to basic skill development, while at the same time encouraging growth through physical activity, fine arts appreciation, scientific experimentation, and historical discovery. Saint Francis Elementary School utilizes a variety of programs to build a strong foundation in Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Programs include Orton-Gillingham Orton-Gillingham based Fundations®, Wilson Reading System® Wilson reading system, Literature Appreciation, computer assisted programs such as Read, Write and Gold® and a developmental Math program emphasizing memory, process, mental representations, and concepts. Students also receive instruction in Science and Social Studies through hands-on activities, research and cross-curricular activities. All students participate in a mandatory homework hour at the end of the school day allowing teachers to assist students as they practice the skills taught during the day. Curriculum is presented in a multi-modal format that is cognizant of the fact that different students learn in different ways. A parallel curriculum emphasizes appropriate study skills, note-taking skills Cornell Notes, memorization skills, and time-management skills where school work is broken down into manageable segments of days, weeks, quarters, and semesters. Teachers stress the development of good organizational habits and proper study techniques as well as encouraging problem solving and critical thinking activities within the classroom. New technologies enhance curriculum instruction and provide students with electronic textbooks, Google Apps, and other collaborative networking opportunities.
Saint Francis Middle School Grades 6-8 in Roswell, Ga
Saint Francis Middle School’s educational philosophy is based on the same premise of our Elementary School--that every student can succeed if attention is given to the student’s learning strengths, as well as the student’s learning difficulties. The Saint Francis Middle School utilizes many of the same programs initiated in our Elementary School to build a strong foundation in Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Programs include Literature Appreciation, Orton-Gillingham based Wilson Reading System® Wilson reading system, CARS® and STARS® , a systematic approach to reading comprehension, and computer assisted reading and writing programs such as Read, Write and Gold®. Math curriculum is designed to address the specific needs of the student. A variety of courses are available with students receiving additional math assistance in Math Lab. Students also receive instruction and skill development in Science and Social Studies through a study-skills approach, hands-on activities, research and cross-curricular writing and reading activities. Consistent with the Saint Francis School philosophy, the curriculum is presented in a multi-modal format that is cognizant of the fact that different students learn in different ways. A parallel curriculum emphasizes appropriate study skills, note-taking skills (Cornell Note-taking System), memorization skills, and time-management skills where school work is broken down into manageable segments of days, weeks, quarters, and semesters. Teachers stress the development of good organizational habits and proper study techniques as well as encouraging problem solving and critical thinking activities within the classroom. All students participate in a mandatory homework hour at the end of the school day allowing teachers to assist students as they practice the skills taught during the day. Students receive and present work in a variety of formats using their digital devices. New technologies enhance curriculum instruction and provide students with electronic textbooks, Google Apps, and other collaborative networking opportunities. Teachers are able to monitor process and give immediate feedback through Google School Suite that provides communication and collaboration tools. Sports offered include football, basketball, soccer, baseball, track, swimming, wrestling, softball, volleyball, equestrian, cheerleading and tennis.
Saint Francis High School Grades 9-12 in Milton, Ga
Saint Francis High School offers a College Prep Diploma and a College Prep Diploma with Distinction. With a 100% acceptance rate to college and with the majority of graduates qualifying for the Hope Scholarship, Saint Francis graduates attend a wide variety of universities ranging from Ivy League schools to small private colleges and prestigious art institutes. Saint Francis High School’s commitment to small class sizes, low pupil-to-teacher ratio, and to a strong emphasis on structure and organization allows students to enjoy success in all academic areas and develop the self-confidence necessary to be successful in college. To accommodate different ability levels within the student body, the school offers rigorous Advanced Placement or Honor’s courses, Traditional courses and Academic Enhancement courses in each level of curriculum. Consistent with our Elementary School and Middle School philosophy, curriculum is presented in a multi-modal format that is cognizant of the fact that different students learn in different ways. A parallel curriculum emphasizes appropriate study skills, note-taking skills Cornell Notes, research skills and time-management skills where school work is broken down into manageable segments of days, weeks, quarters, and semesters. Teachers stress the development of good organizational habits and proper study techniques as well as encouraging problem solving and critical thinking activities within the classroom. Homework hour is available to students at the end of the school day allowing teachers to assist students who may need reinforcement for skills taught in class that day. Students receive and present work in a variety of formats using their digital devices. New technologies enhance curriculum instruction and provide students with electronic textbooks, Google Apps, and other collaborative networking opportunities. Teachers are able to monitor process and give immediate feedback through Google School Suite that provides communication and collaboration tools. Sports offered include football, basketball, soccer, baseball, track, swimming, wrestling, softball, volleyball, equestrian, cheerleading and tennis. High school sports teams participate in the Georgia High School Association Georgia High School Association (GHSA), Single A divisions.