About St. Pets

Acreditation:

• Diocese of Joliet

• Illinois State Board of Education

Demographics:
St. Petronille School is located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, in a suburban setting 25 miles west of Chicago.

Enrollment:
531 students, 293 families, 4 kindergarten classes/maximum of 15 students per class.  2 classes per grade level in grades 1-8.

 

Staff:
Dr. Mary Kelly, Principal: B.S., M.S., M.E.D., and  Ed.D from Teachers College - Columbia University. Adjunct Professor:  Benedictine University and University of St. Francis.  Curriculum and Instruction and Differentiated Learning.  Full-Time Faculty serve in administrative positions including: Curriculum, Supervision, Development based on a Shared Management Model

 

Sue Imburgia, Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Special Projects: BA from Northeastern University, M.E.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Benedictine University. twenty years teaching experience. Fifteen years at St. Petronille

 

Mrs. Karen Gronwick: Administrative Assistant

 

27 Certified Teachers (18 hold Advanced Degrees

• Full time Spanish teacher

• Full time Music teacher

• Full time Art teacher

• Full time grades 5th-8th Math

Resource teacher

• Full time Librarian

• Full time Swim/Health teacher

• Full time Physical

Education/Health teacher

• Two part time Resource teachers

• Full time Computer teacher

• Part time Alexian Brothers social

worker

• Wheaton College doctoral

candidate-child psychology

We also have:

• Technology Director

• 10 Teacher Assistants

• Job embedded professional

development

• Formal mentoring program

 

Organization:                               

Nine School Board members are elected by the parish community at large.  The Parent Organization Board is comprised of 18 standing members.
 
Transportation:
Bus service is available to students who live at least 1 1/2 miles from school within District 41.

Tuition Assistance:
Tuition assistance is available through the St. Petronille School Endowment Fund - L.I.F.E. (Lifetime Investment in Faith & Education). Contact Fr. Jim Doughterty at (630) 469-0404 ext. 2100 with any questions.

 

Academic Profile

• Standardized test scores are between 25% and 45%above national average scores
• Technology plan approved by Illinois State Board of Education and the Diocese of Joliet
• Media Center consists of 30 PCs, networked to the classrooms with internet access
• Library utilizes an automated card catalog and circulation system - Winnebago Spectrum System
• Science program strengthened with emphasis on AIMS program involving integration of Math and Science curriculums
• Iowa Tests of Basic Skills

Curriculum

There is a tradition of strong emphasis on basic academics: religion, reading, language arts, mathematics, science, foreign language and social studies.  The curriculum is enhanced with enrichment in art, music, physical education and swimming.  Technology is integrated into all areas of the curriculum.  The core curriculum is tied to Illinois State Teaching Standards and Joliet Diocesan Standards.

 

Our Catholic faith is interwoven throughout the entire fabric of the school and its programs.  Students plan and participate in class liturgies, all school masses, and daily prayer.  As part of the larger faith community, students take part in parish as well as classroom sacramental preparation.  Altar servers add a spiritual service to the parish.

 

Co-curricular

Students in grades 5-8 are eligible to participate in the following sports:  cross country, volleyball, basketball, track and field and cheerleading.  After school enrichment clubs expand the opportunity for over 100 students to interact with classmates in a stimulating but less formal setting.  Service to school, community and family is encouraged through Student Voices.

Programs

• Spanish is a core academic subject in grades 6-8
• Health and wellness programs in grades K-8
• 5th Grade D.A.R.E. Program
• K-8th Grade Junior Achievement
• School-wide service projects
• Fine arts programs and field trips
• Illinois Arts Council Grants
• K-8th Grade Art Masters in the classroom Program
• 6th grade three day Outdoor Education
• 8th grade spiritual retreats
• K-7th grade spritual retreat
• 4th - 8th Grade Band Program
• K-2nd Grade Piano lessons before school
• 1st - 5th Grade Computer Classes
• 7th/8th Grade Choir
• 8th Grade CPR Class
• Swim program in grades K-8
• Student Voices
• Spelling Bee
• Geography Bee
• Math Competition
• Science Olympiad and Mad Science
• National Science League
• Family Math
• Regional State and Art Competition
• Safety Patrol
• Presidential Physical Fitness and Academic Awards

 

 

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More about Us

Interested families are encouraged to call or email Dr. Mary Kelly, Principal at St. Petronille, with your questions.  Additional information about our school and admission policies can be found at the following links: