At St. Joan of Arc, we offer two programs for religious education: Parish School of Religion (K through High School) and Family Religion (Grades 3-6). Our programs bring the Catholic faith to children and teens attending public or private schools. Children with special needs are always welcome. Our mission is to have our children/teens learn the Catholic faith in order to live it as vibrant members of the Church. The elementary curriculumn uses the Christ Our Life (grades 1-6) and Finding God (grades 7-8) books by Loyola Press. For more information on the HS Theology and Family Religion programs, scroll below.
For 2020-2021 school year, grades 1-2/7-8/High School will have virtual learning and grades 3-6 will be in the Family Religion program.
While children are encouraged to attend religious education throughout their school years, the Cleveland Diocese requires that children have 2 years of religious education preparation to receive First Communion and Confirmation. Therefore, children must attend 1st and 2nd grade PSR or Catholic Day School to make First Communion in the 2nd grade, and children must attend 7th and 8th grade PSR or Catholic Day School to make Confirmation in the 8th grade. If your child has missed these required years, please contact Sr. Judy.