St. Catherine's School

July

A Statement from Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

7/29/2020

VAIS Executive Director Betsy Hunroe released a statement representing all VAIS schools. St. Catherine's is a member of VAIS.

Opening of School Plan for 2020-2021 Now Available

7/23/2020

St. Catherine's released the Opening of School Plan for 2020-2021.

Student-Athletes Return to Campus

7/6/2020

Small group workouts led by Saints coaches began today on campus.

June

St. Catherine’s is on a journey to be a part of dismantling systemic racism. Black lives matter, and we stand in solidarity with our Black students, families, faculty, staff, and alumnae. Over the last week, we have engaged in important conversations

Welcoming New Students

6/9/2020

Saints Summer Family Fun 2020

6/8/2020

Class of 2020 Celebrated with Diploma Conferring

6/5/2020

A ceremony for the seniors was held on campus following social distancing guidelines as outlined by the state.

May

A Message From the Head of School

5/31/2020

Cindy Trask Named Head of School for 2021-2022

5/27/2020

Cindy L. Trask begins her appointment on July 1, 2021 as announced by St. Catherine’s Board of Governors and the Trustees of the Church Schools in the Diocese of Virginia (CSDV) today.

Senior Finishes Among Top in Nation

5/27/2020

Haley Mulligan competed in a national championship during AP and final exams.

LS Farewell to Seniors Goes Virtual

5/22/2020

The Lower School farewell took place over Zoom with special videos today.

The Show Must Go On

5/22/2020

Fourthies performed their play from their homes and shared a special tradition with seniors.

Third Graders Share Stories of Inspiring Women

5/22/2020

Students completed their Inspiring Women project.

Celebrating the the Class of 2020

5/20/2020

A video tribute to the Class of 2020

Seniors Pursuing Arts in College

5/20/2020

Ten seniors will continue in the arts in college.

Senior Spotlight: Quair Editors Claire Hackney and Sophia Halish

5/19/2020

Sixth Graders Read 6,288 books

5/19/2020

Sixth graders took on the 25 book challenge during the school year.

Upper Schoolers Show Support For Local Healthcare Workers

5/15/2020

Three Upper School clubs raised money for meals and made a 16-foot sign to thank local healthcare workers.

A Different Type of Ring Candlelight

5/12/2020

Juniors picked up their rings in front of Bacot Hall.

Chaplain's Corner: What have we learned?

5/12/2020

A message from School Chaplain Becky McDaniel.

Teacher Spotlight: JK teachers Sara Waechter ‘97 and Meg Zehmer

5/8/2020

As part of National Teacher Appreciation Week, we are spotlighting teachers in all three divisions. Today we spotlight junior kindergarten teachers Sara Waechter ’97 and Meg Zehmer.

Five New Department Chairs Named

5/7/2020

St. Catherine's has 13 total Department Chairs.

Singers Named to All-State Choir

5/7/2020

Three Middle School students were named to the All-Virginia Chorus.

Teacher Spotlight: LS Art Teacher Jacque Minarik

5/7/2020

As part of National Teacher Appreciation Week, we are spotlighting teachers in all three divisions. Today we spotlight Lower School Art Teacher Jacque Minarik.

Cum Laude Members Inducted During Zoom Service

5/6/2020

Students were celebrated in the traditional service held virtually this year.

Teacher Spotlight: Middle School Science Teacher Greg Heimlich

5/6/2020

As part of National Teacher Appreciation Week, we are spotlighting teachers in all three divisions. Today we spotlight seventh grade science teacher Greg Heimlich.

Bus Drivers Deliver Meals

5/5/2020

St. Catherine's bus drivers delivered for Meals on Wheels.

Teacher Spotlight: Upper School Math Teacher Sue Jenkins

5/5/2020

As part of National Teacher Appreciation Week, we are spotlighting teachers in all three divisions. Today we spotlight Upper School Math Teacher Sue Jenkins.

A Thank You From Parents and Students

5/4/2020

Watch a thank you video from parents and students.

National Decision Day for the Class of 2020

5/1/2020

The Saints community wore college shirts in honor of the Class of 2020.

Upper School Clubs Honoring Healthcare Workers

5/1/2020

Clubs are collaborating to honor healthcare workers.

April

Senior Managing Successful Granola Business

4/29/2020

Callie Clements had a record weekend of sales during the Daisy Days Virtual Marketplace.

Chaplain's Corner: A Reflection on the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Easter (Luke 24:13-35)

4/27/2020

Junior Receives Honor in STEM Fair

4/27/2020

Gloria Xie participated in a virtual STEM fair last month.

Zinkavich Named Varsity Field Hockey Coach

4/24/2020

Former Penn State standout Annie Zinkavich will coach the Saints field hockey team.

Making Masks for Others

4/23/2020

Registrar Ann Lane has sewn 120 masks to share with others.

Saints Hold Virtual Signing Day

4/23/2020

St. Catherine's celebrated the spring Signing Day for six Saints athletes from the Class of 2020 with a virtual signing day on Zoom.

Lower School Creates Art for Others

4/22/2020

Distance Learning continues for all areas including art in the Lower School.

SEA Club Shares Earth Day Tips

4/22/2020

Upper School students share five practical tips to make a difference.

Freshman Assisting Others

4/21/2020

Kate Dixon found a way to make disinfectant wipes for her grandmother and other senior citizens.

Chaplain's Corner: A Celebration of Earth

4/20/2020

A devotional celebrating Earth Day

Joni Dancers Create from Home

4/20/2020

Upper School dancers completed a Site Specific Choreopgraphy project led by an alumna dancer from NYC.

School Newspaper Archives Available Online

4/16/2020

The Arcadian, St. Catherine's School newspaper, is accessible on the Library of Virginia website? It dates back to 1940.

Click here to share your thoughts about the class of 2020!

4/15/2020

Leave a comment to celebrate the Class of 2020!

Senior Commits to VMI

4/15/2020

Anne Bowles will swim for the Keydets.

Sixth Graders Exploring the World from Home

4/15/2020

The Mapping the World Project is continuing for sixth graders during Distance Learning.

Gloves and Masks Donated to St. Catherine's

4/8/2020

Safety items in Science classrooms were gathered and donated to VCU.

Senior Making Masks

4/3/2020

Cat Allen is sewing masks to help in the fight against COVID-19.

Students Earn National Arts Awards

4/3/2020

Four students were named National Medalists in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

CBS6: Richmond teacher adjusts to online classes while giving back to community

4/1/2020

Lower School Chinese teacher Kefu Dorian was featured on CBS6.

Senior Earns Two Scholarships

4/1/2020

Eleanor Robb earned full-tuition scholarships from Hollins University and Warren Wilson College.

March

Senior Receives Two Appointments

3/31/2020

Cannon Diradour received appointments to U.S. Military Academy and U.S. Air Force Academy.

Richmond Times-Dispatch: Channer Named Top Indoor Track Athlete

3/30/2020

Senior Jailah Channer was named the Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro Track Indoor Athlete of the Year. She is just the second-ever Saints indoor track athlete to earn the top honor for the Richmond area. Dr. Katie Doswell Born earned the title in 2006.

Upper School Parents Meet on Zoom with School Leaders

3/27/2020

Parents joined together Friday morning on Zoom for a meeting.

Director of Athletics Honored

3/26/2020

Julie Dayton received the top honor from the Longwood University Alumni Association.

Senior Earns Scholarship

3/26/2020

Charlotte Peete earned a top award from Washington and Lee University.

Join the #SaintsMove Challenge

3/24/2020

Students, faculty and staff are sharing how they are moving during Distance Learning.

A Message from the Chaplain for the Fourth Sunday in Lent

3/22/2020

A Reflection on John 9:1-41, The Gospel for the Fourth Sunday in Lent

Online Chapels, Devotionals and Meditations Available

3/20/2020

Rev. Becky McDaniel is providing new chapels, devotionals and meditations on the School website.

St. Catherine's Begins Distance Learning

3/18/2020

Students in all three divisions will engage in guided synchronous and asynchronous activities.

Alumna Raises the Voices of Women Once Silenced

3/4/2020

Heath Hardage Lee '88 spoke to Upper School students as part of the Camp Speaker Series.

February

Saints Win Swim/Dive State Title

2/20/2020

St. Catherine's and St. Christopher's both won state titles on Saturday.

Vision: We Started with a Wellness Wheel

2/19/2020

A piece written by Sherrie Page, St. Catherine's Health and Wellness Coordinator, was featured in the latest issue of the e-magazine produced by Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS).