Welcome to St. Patrick Catholic School! Whether your family is new to Jacksonville or preparing for another transition, we hope these school, parish, military, and community resources help your child feel connected and help you find the information you need.
Explore St. Patrick Catholic School
K–8 Curriculum
Learn about our Catholic education, academic subjects, and opportunities in art, music, physical education, technology, and more. If your child is transferring from another school, our team can review their prior educational experience with you as they settle into St. Patrick.
Early Childhood Curriculum: PreK-3 and VPK
Explore our early childhood program, which supports children’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth in a nurturing environment.
After School Care
Our school provides after-school care on eligible school days. The program requires a completed registration form before a student attends. The linked page includes current registration information, fees, and dates when care is unavailable. For questions, contact Allison Hayes at ahayes@spcsjax.org or (904) 768-6323, ext. 202, or Aftercare Director Sandy Rice at srice@spcsjax.org.
Find Friends, Activities, and Ways to Serve
Joining a team, club, or music group can help a student build friendships after a move. Visit our Extracurricular Activities page for the school’s activity list. Offerings and participation details may vary by year.
- Athletics: School athletics are open to students in grades 4–8, while cross country is open to students in grades K–8. Our teams participate in the Catholic Schools League and compete with Catholic schools in the Diocese of St. Augustine. Contact Athletic Director Mr. Steven Young at syoung@spcsjax.org.
- Soccer Shots: An additional soccer activity for younger children. Check the school’s extracurricular information for current St. Patrick offerings.
- Run Club: Students in grades K–8 can participate in Run Club, which connects with the Gate River Run’s Junior River Run. Check current school communications for club details and race participation information.
- Orchestra and Choir: For information about orchestra, contact director Mr. Cifuentes at cifuentesviolin@gmail.com. For information about the school choir, contact director Mr. James Fair at jfair@spcsjax.org.
- National Elementary Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society: These school chapters recognize scholarship, leadership, service, character, and citizenship. For NEHS, contact moderator Liz Schwartz at eschwartz@spcsjax.org. For NJHS, contact moderator Carol McDaniel at cmcdaniel@spcsjax.org.
- Parish youth groups: Fidelis offers a faith-centered community for girls in grades 6–12, and Fraternus offers a faith-centered community for boys. Visit the parish pages for current information.
Catholic Education and Faith Formation
- Diocese of St. Augustine Office of the Superintendent: Information about Catholic schools, diocesan education, and scholarship opportunities.
- Diocesan Office of Christian Formation: Resources related to Catholic faith formation, religious education, and sacramental preparation.
- Diocesan Youth Ministry Office: Programs and resources for young people, families, parishes, and those who minister to youth.
School Choice and Support for Students with Disabilities
- Florida Department of Education School Choice: Information about Florida’s school choice options and scholarship programs.
- Florida Department of Education Military Families: Information about education options for military families in Florida.
- Step Up For Students: Military Families: Scholarship information for military-connected families.
- AAA Scholarship Foundation: Florida Families: Information about scholarship options administered by AAA Scholarship Foundation.
- Duval County Public Schools Parentally Placed Private School Portal: Families who suspect their child may have a disability can learn how to request an evaluation and ask about services for eligible students enrolled in private schools. Contact the Parentally Placed Private School Services office at PPPSS@duvalschools.org. We also welcome a conversation about your child’s needs and the support available within our school setting.
Military Family Resources
- Military OneSource: Information and support for military families navigating moves, deployment, parenting, and other aspects of military life.
- Naval Station Mayport Fleet and Family Support Center: Local military family programs, assistance, and referrals.
- Naval Station Mayport: Installation information and links to local programs.
- Mayport Youth Activities Center and Mayport Teen Center: Activities and opportunities for eligible military-connected children and teens.
- Department of Defense MWR Libraries: Digital reading and learning resources for eligible military families.
Questions about getting connected at St. Patrick? Contact the school office at (904) 768-6323. We are happy to help your family find a place to begin.
