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In partnership with our families, we are committed to:

  • The proclamation of the Good News of Jesus Christ
  • Academic excellence in a Catholic, Christ-centered environment
  • A well-balanced academic curriculum with emphasis on the development of fundamental skills
  • The spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of our students according to the hierarchy with the Creator
  • Promoting a positive, supportive, and Christ-like environment while fostering a relationship of mutual respect for one another

The presence of Religious Sisters and committed Lay Faculty contributes to:

  • strong faith/value and academic foundations for all students
  • a safe environment and a strong family spirit for students and staff
  • parent and school collaboration in the formation and education of students

The Academic Program

We provide competitive programs with well-rounded offerings to educate the whole person. The core curriculum is in alignment with state and national standards and is rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition.  In addition to the core curriculum, students participate in enrichment courses.

  • Talent Show, Career Day, Science Fair, Academic Bee, School-wide Christmas and Spring Musical Plays, Field Day, May Fair, All Saints Day Celebration and Parade, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter Celebrations, Field Trips
  • Art Enrichment Program, Piano, Voice, Guitar, Violin Lessons,
  • Young Dominican Prayer Group, ICS Angels Club, Choir
  • Spanish:  Kindergarten-Grade 8
  • Honors Algebra I & II

How we support students with learning differences:

  • Additional Student Services: Tutorial After School, Reading and Math Remedial Classes with school’s Reading Specialist and IU#20 Staff, Speech and Hearing Services
  • Adaptation of Inclusive Catholic Education Curriculum (Diocese) for students with Learning and Behavior Accommodations

Athletics

CYO Programs:

  • Girls Volleyball,
  • Boys and Girls Cross Country,
  • Boys and Girls Basketball
  • Boys and Girls Track and Field
  • Ski Club

Affiliated Parishes

  • St. Elizabeth Parish
  • St. Rocco Parish
  • Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish
  • Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish
Grade Levels

PK4 to Grade 8

Location

290 West Babbitt Avenue, Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania 18072, United States

Contact Name

Sister Maria Luz, OP

Contact Email

altnics@ptd.net

Extended Care Hours

Morning School Care Program: 6:30 AM-7:30 AM

After School Care Program: 2:15 PM – 6:00 PM

Additional Student Services:  Lunch and Milk Programs