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We are excited to welcome new students for the 2026–27 academic year. Admission applications are now being accepted! Re-enrollment information can be found here. If you’re new to GRACE, please click the button below to learn how to apply.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

Over the next two weeks, our students in grades K through 8 will participate in winter STAR testing, an important part of how we monitor progress and plan instruction to best meet the needs of every learner.

All K–8 students will complete both a literacy and a math STAR assessment between Monday, January 12, and Friday, January 23. These assessments provide valuable data that helps our teachers understand student strengths, identify areas for growth, and adjust instruction moving forward.

This year, we have strengthened our support system by implementing WIN time (What I Need) in every classroom across grades K–8. WIN time allows teachers to provide targeted, individualized instruction based on student needs. Using STAR results, teachers focus on specific skills recommended for each student, ensuring instruction is purposeful and responsive.

In addition to small group and individualized instruction during WIN time, students also use programs such as IXL to practice and reinforce targeted skills in both literacy and math. These tools allow students to work at their own level while giving teachers real-time data to guide instruction.

Teachers meet weekly in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to review STAR and IXL data together. During these meetings, teachers collaborate, analyze trends, and plan strategies to better support each student. This consistent use of data ensures that instruction remains focused, intentional, and aligned to student needs.

As testing approaches, we ask families to partner with us by helping students arrive at school ready to do their best. Please ensure your child is getting a good night’s sleep and eating healthy meals during the testing window. These simple steps help create the best possible conditions for students to show what they know.

STAR results will be shared with families in early February. Once results are reviewed, teachers will work with students to set goals and plan next steps as we prepare for the final round of STAR testing in the spring.

We are excited to see the growth our students continue to make and look forward to supporting each learner through intentional instruction, targeted supports, and meaningful goal setting.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school that serves preschool and elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

Our St. Bernard School General Music and Choir Christmas Concert was a beautiful celebration of the season, bringing students, families, and staff together for an evening filled with music, faith, and joy. Held on Monday, December 15, the concert showcased the hard work, talent, and growth of our students across grade levels.

Under the direction of Mrs. Eva Hess, with Mrs. Anne Gerlach accompanying, students shared a thoughtfully planned program that highlighted both traditional Christmas favorites and special ensemble performances. The evening opened with selections that invited the audience into the spirit of the season, including Silver and Gold and a festive audience sing-along that encouraged everyone to lift their voices together.

One of the highlights of the night was the Hillside Harmonics Choir, whose performance included classics such as Silent Night, Christmas Is a Comin’ (May God Bless You), and Do You Hear What I Hear? Their confident singing and expressive tone reflected weeks of preparation and dedication.

Intermediate grade students also took the stage with beloved pieces like The Little Drummer Boy, featuring a third-grade drum ensemble, along with Silver Bells and We Three Kings. The percussion ensemble added energy and excitement, giving students the opportunity to shine in a unique and engaging way.

Our youngest musicians delighted the audience with their joyful performances of Silver and Gold, Away in a Manger, and The Twelve Days of Christmas. Their enthusiasm and smiles were a reminder of the simple joy that music brings, especially during the Christmas season.

The concert concluded with familiar carols that brought everyone together, including O Come All Ye Faithful and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. These final moments captured the true heart of the evening: community, gratitude, and shared celebration.

Thank you to our students for their hard work, to our music staff for their leadership, and to our families for their continued support. This concert was a wonderful reminder of how music brings us together and helps us celebrate the joy and hope of Christmas.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school that serves preschool and elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

The latest GRACE Winter 2026 newsletter is now available to read! Check it out by clicking the button below.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

Please take a moment to read a special Christmas message filled with heartfelt wishes for you and your loved ones from GRACE President Kimberly A. Desotell!

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St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

We gratefully thank Mrs. Sarahi Alvarez-Navarro of St. Bernard Catholic School for her wonderful work as our librarian. Her dedication to literacy, learning, and service enriches our school community every day. 

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

This school year, we are excited to introduce a brand new opportunity for our students in grades K–5: the Student Ambassador Club. Led by Mrs. Bartlett, this after-school service club is already making a meaningful impact by teaching our youngest learners the importance of generosity, compassion, and giving back to others.

Since its launch, the Student Ambassador Club has been busy spreading cheer throughout our school and community. Earlier this fall, students created and donated tie blankets to local hospitals, offering warmth and comfort to those who need it most. This hands-on service project allowed students to work together while learning how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

The club also hosted a Thanksgiving Feast Flea Market, raising an impressive $429. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported this event through donations and purchases. The funds raised were used to support our annual Food Drive, helping provide much needed items for families in our community. Thank you to all who helped make this project such a success.

Now, our Student Ambassadors are preparing for their next service initiative: Adopt a Family. Students will be shopping for gifts at Walmart and wrapping presents right here at school, turning generosity into action and bringing joy to families during the Christmas season.

In addition, the Student Ambassador Club will be hosting a bake sale following the K–4 Christmas Concert tonight. The money raised from this bake sale will go directly toward purchasing items for the Adopt a Family project, allowing our students to continue spreading joy and kindness this Christmas season.

We are so proud of the compassion, teamwork, and enthusiasm shown by our Student Ambassador Club members. This new program has already proven to be a wonderful way for our students to serve others, build leadership skills, and spread cheer both inside and outside our school community. Thank you to Mrs. Bartlett for guiding our students and to our families for supporting this meaningful work.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school that serves preschool and elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

The 2026-27 GRACE calendar is now live! Check it out on the GRACE website by clicking the button below.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool and Elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

On Thursday, November 13, our entire school in grades kindergarten through eighth grade had the chance to cheer on the University of Wisconsin Green Bay women’s basketball team for their Education Day game. It was a memorable day filled with excitement, school pride, and a whole lot of cheering. Providing our students with an opportunity to watch a college basketball game is always special, and this year was no exception.

Our kindergarten students were especially thrilled to be there. Player number 21, Kallie Peppler, spends time each week helping in Ms. Armstrong’s classroom. Seeing a familiar face on the court made the experience even more meaningful. The kindergarten students lit up when they spotted her playing, and they loved getting to cheer her on in such a big arena.

Throughout the game, our students proudly held up homemade posters along with printed photos of coaches and players. The energy was high from start to finish with cheers, games, and excitement filling every moment. Cheering on the Phoenix as they defeated the New Hampshire Wildcats made the day even better.

This field trip has become a tradition we look forward to each year. The past two years, we attended a men’s basketball Education Day game, so joining the women’s team for the first time was a new and fun experience for everyone. Our students also received discounted ticket vouchers for future games, which makes it a wonderful activity for families looking for something enjoyable to do together this winter.

We are grateful for the partnership and the memories created. It was a great day for our students, our staff, and our school community.

Go Phoenix!

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school that serves preschool and elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.

Each November, our school community comes together for one of the most meaningful traditions of the year: the Thanksgiving Baskets Project. This year, every grade level participated by collecting a wide variety of food items, filling our halls with generosity and reminding us what it truly means to care for one another. Thanks to the kindness of our students, families, and parish community, we were able to support fifty families in need this Thanksgiving.

After weeks of collecting donations, our third graders took on the important job of packing each basket. They worked thoughtfully and carefully, choosing which items to include based on each family’s size and needs. Their sense of responsibility and empathy was evident as they organized the boxes and made sure every family would feel supported.

Once the boxes were packed, the students created handmade cards for each family. These notes served as heartfelt reminders that the baskets were gathered with care and prepared with love. The cards were simple gestures, yet they carried the spirit of gratitude and compassion that defines this project each year.

In addition to the incredible amount of food donated, our community also contributed generous monetary gifts. Because of this support, we were able to include a grocery gift card in every basket, offering families continued assistance beyond the holiday season.

This project is always a powerful reminder that what we do as a school community matters. When we come together, we make a real and lasting difference. We are deeply grateful for the generous hearts of our students, families, and parish members who continue to show up when it counts.

Thank you, St. Bernard School and Parish, for living out the spirit of giving so beautifully.

St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school that serves preschool and elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.