About Saint david's school
Saint David's School - Providing a Holistic Education Rooted in Catholic Traditions
Saint David's School is an independent elementary school for boys located in the heart of New York City. The school has been providing quality education to young boys of all faiths and backgrounds since its inception in 1951. Saint David's School is committed to providing a holistic education that nurtures the intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional growth of each student.
The school's mission is rooted in the moral and theological traditions of the Catholic Church. The faculty and staff at Saint David's School are dedicated to creating an environment that fosters academic excellence while also instilling values such as compassion, respect, integrity, and responsibility.
Academic Excellence
At Saint David's School, academic excellence is a top priority. The curriculum is designed to challenge students intellectually while also providing them with opportunities for creative expression and exploration. The faculty members are highly qualified professionals who are passionate about teaching and committed to helping each student reach his full potential.
The curriculum at Saint David's School includes language arts, mathematics, science, social studies/history/geography/civics/ethics/religion (SSHEGR), foreign languages (Spanish & Latin), music (choral & instrumental), art (visual & performing), physical education/sports/games/yoga/mindfulness/health/wellness/nutrition/hygiene/safety/drug prevention/bullying prevention/cyber safety/gender equity/diversity/inclusion/social justice/environmental stewardship/community service/global citizenship) , technology/computer science/digital literacy/media literacy/research skills/library skills/critical thinking/problem solving/innovation/entrepreneurship/design thinking/project-based learning/experiential learning/service learning/outdoor education/travel/study abroad).
Spiritual Growth
Saint David's School recognizes that spiritual growth is an essential part of a child’s development. The school provides opportunities for students to explore their faith through daily prayer services/mass/liturgy/reflection/discussion/scripture study/service projects/community outreach/fellowship/reconciliation/confession/spiritual direction/vocation discernment.
Social-Emotional Development
At Saint David’s School we believe that social-emotional development plays a critical role in shaping our students into well-rounded individuals who can thrive both academically and personally. We provide programs like mindfulness/yoga/social-emotional learning/executive functioning coaching/guidance counseling/student leadership training/public speaking/debate/model UN/science Olympiad/math Olympiad/chess club/drama club/newspaper/yearbook/student government/clubs/societies/team sports/intramurals/outdoor adventure trips/service projects/community outreach/fellowship/recreation activities/parties/events/festivals/holidays/traditions/customs/ceremonies.
Community Involvement
Saint David’s School encourages community involvement among its students by offering various service projects throughout the year which include volunteering at local charities/homeless shelters/hospitals/nursing homes/orphanages/prisons/refugee centers/disaster relief organizations/environmental conservation groups/political campaigns/non-profit organizations/businesses/start-ups/incubators etc., participating in fundraising events/walkathons/runathons/bikeathons/swimathons/etc., attending cultural events/concerts/plays/museums/art galleries/libraries/bookstores/parks/beaches/zoo/aquarium/botanical garden/science center etc., hosting guest speakers/workshops/seminars/conferences/webinars/talk shows/podcasts/radio shows/tv shows/documentaries/films/screenings/etc., collaborating with other schools/universities/professionals/experts/thought leaders/influencers on joint initiatives/projects/research papers/articles/books/journals/etc..
Conclusion
In conclusion, Saint David’s School offers an exceptional educational experience for young boys seeking academic excellence rooted in Catholic traditions. With its commitment to holistic education encompassing intellectual growth as well as spiritual development along with social-emotional wellbeing; it prepares them not only for success but also for making meaningful contributions towards society as responsible citizens who care about others around them regardless of their background or beliefs!