Welcome to Saint Rita Catholic School

3801 Russell Road, Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 548-1888
FAX 703-519-9389

Mrs. Mary Pat Schlickenmaier
Principal

Father Denis M. Donahue
Pastor

Have you heard about Saint Rita School?
Would you like to find out more?

We’re registering students for the 2009–10 School Year.
For information go to the Admissions page, call 703-548-1888 or send an email.

Monday, August 31^st is the first day of School for 2009–10 School Year for grades K–8.

May God bless your summer months!

New initiatives in 2008-2009:

	All new science lab and art room installed in former library featuring lab desks, service benches with sinks, demonstration desk for teacher use, SmartBoard and new laptop computers.
	42″ flat screen televisions installed in all classrooms and computer lab.
	New library installed in school hall with all new shelving and new laptop computers.
	New desks and chairs installed in computer lab to facilitate use of new laptop computers.
	Desktop computers from computer lab moved into classrooms to supplement existing classroom computers.
	All new exteriors doors to school building. New security system for exterior doors with camera surveillance and buzz-through access from school office.

We are also delighted to welcome a new Sister of St. Joseph, Sister Alma Bernadette, to both the convent and the school — she will be helping with both the office and the resource program.

Completed initiatives in 2007-2008:

New textbooks, materials and supplements for reading program in grades K-5 and Literature program in grades 6-8.
New textbooks, materials and supplements for languages arts program in grades K-8 (spelling, handwriting, grammar, vocabulary).
Complete replacement of heating and air conditioning systems throughout school.
Renovation of all office and storage space in school hall.
New music program offering — strings program offering for grades 3-8 including violin, viola, cello and bass.
Purchase and installation of SmartBoard system in 8^th grade classroom.
Awarded $950.00 grant for Accelerated Math from the Diocese of Arlington.

For over fifty five years, St. Rita School has provided a quality Catholic education for children in grades K-8. St. Rita School was established in 1952 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Chestnut Hill and has proudly served thousands of children since its opening.

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St. Rita is a strong Faith community which provides a roadmap for life for our students. Daily Religion classes, weekly Mass, outreach service projects and sacramental preparation deepen our students’ understanding of their Faith and the Church. Our academic curriculum includes both core subjects, including reading, spelling, grammar, science, social studies, mathematics and enrichment courses, including music, P.E., art, library, computer technology and weekly instruction in Spanish.

Please take a few minutes and browse our history, take a look at the calendar for the school year, the student handbook and other useful information provided on our web site. Our proud tradition of strong academics, deep spirituality and meaningful community involvement help develop in our students an understanding of both self and others as unique creations of God.

After browsing our web site, please contact us for further information either via telephone at (703) 548-1888 or via email at saintritaalexandria@worldnet.att.net.

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SPECIAL NOTE, 1 May 2009: Click on the icons below for Saint Rita School’s response to the “Swine Flu” (H1N1 virus).

Memo from Mrs. Schlickenmaier	Letter from Sister Bernadette McManigal, B.V.M., Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Arlington	Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Q&A	Saint Rita School Pandemic Crisis Plan
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Mandatory Announcement for Milk Program Participants: “Rules for acceptance and participation in the Diocese of Arlington U.S. Department of Agriculture Special Milk Program and all activities of the Child Nutrition programs are the same for all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability and political beliefs. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any USDA related activity should write to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C., 20250. St. Rita School is eligible for participation in this program.”

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Saint Rita School
3801 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 548-1888

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Welcome to Saint Rita Catholic School

3801 Russell Road, Alexandria, VA 22305 (703) 548-1888 FAX 703-519-9389

Mrs. Mary Pat Schlickenmaier Principal

Father Denis M. Donahue Pastor

Have you heard about Saint Rita School?Would you like to find out more?

We’re registering students for the 2009–10 School Year. For information go to the Admissions page, call 703-548-1888 or send an email.

Monday, August 31st is the first day of School for 2009–10 School Year for grades K–8.