Thinking about private schools, but not sure where to start? Here are some key differences
Have you ever wondered about what life or education is like at a private school? If you’ve never enrolled or had family or friends who attended, it’s probably a normal thing to be curious about: What are classes like? How does the experience differ from a public school?
Former Roanoke Catholic student-athlete dies unexpectedly, school leaders say
ROANOKE, Va. – The Roanoke Catholic School community is mourning the loss of a former student-athlete. Football and track star Kawuan Ray died Tuesday evening, according to school leaders who shared the news Tuesday on Facebook. School leaders said Ray died unexpectedly from a medical emergency. Ray led the football and track teams to state championships. But school leaders said, “More importantly Kawuan was a light in our hallways and classrooms, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of teaching him, coaching him and calling him a friend.”
St. Patrick’s Day in August: After postponed twice, Shamrock Hill 5K goes virtual
ROANOKE, Va. – Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in August for a great cause. Roanoke Catholic School is paying tribute to its Celtic roots while raising money during the 30th annual Shamrock Hill 5K, but this time it’s virtual and not happening St. Patrick’s Day Weekend. St. Patrick’s Day weekend 2020 was around the time large gatherings were getting canceled and the first guidelines were starting to be put in place. Roanoke Catholic School hosts virtual Shamrock Hill 5K after postponing the race twice. You can still dress up in costume, get a good run in and help raise money for Roanoke Catholic School.
Some Roanoke Valley parents jump ship to private schools offering 5-day, in-person instruction
Many public schools in the Roanoke Valley are considering in-person instruction for students just two days a week. Meanwhile, some private schools are planning to have kids attend school in-person five days a week. Private schools like Roanoke Catholic School and Faith Christian School said their plans are for things to feel as if almost nothing has changed. Faith Christian Head of School Peter Baur said the school is still enrolling for the fall, but theres already a waitlist for some grades. Since Faith Christian doesnt have school buses, socially distant transportation wont be an issue.
Harlem Globetrotters bring anti-bullying program to Roanoke Catholic students
ROANOKE, Va. – Kids at Roanoke Catholic School had a special visitor on Wednesday. Harlem Globetrotter Zeus McClurkin stopped by and showed off some of his skills; however, he was there for a much bigger reason. McClurkin talked with students about bullying as part of T.E.A.M., a Globetrotter program aiming to provide students with bullying solutions . "Bullying is still a huge epidemic nowadays in schools and hopefully we can get a good message through to them," McClurkin said. The Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2020 Pushing the Limits World Tour to the Berglund Center on March 11.