Welcome from the Principal
Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,
Welcome to St. Paul Catholic School, where the timeless values of the Franciscan charism and our rich Catholic identity have been shaping young minds since our founding in 1930 by the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany. As the proud principal of this esteemed institution, it is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all members of our cherished community.
At St. Paul, we believe in fostering an environment that goes beyond the conventional realms of education. Our mission is to provide a holistic learning experience that not only nurtures academic excellence but also instills a strong sense of faith, compassion, and community service. Rooted in the Franciscan tradition, we emphasize the values of humility, nonviolence, and a profound respect for all of God’s creation.
From the moment each child sets foot on our campus, they become part of a family that extends back generations. We recognize the unique gifts and talents of each student and strive to create a supportive atmosphere where they can grow spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally.
As we embark on this academic journey together, let us embrace the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, who inspires us to see the divine in everyone and everything. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a love for God, a love for one another, and a love for learning.
I invite you to explore our website to learn more about the unique programs and opportunities that make St. Paul Catholic School an exceptional place for your child’s education. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to schedule a visit – we would be delighted to show you firsthand the warmth and vitality that define our school.
May God’s blessings be with you and your family as we embark on another school year filled with growth, learning, and joy.
In Peace,
Faculty and Staff
Mr. Brendan Butcher
Principal
Mr. Butcher was born and raised in Owosso, MI and has been living in St. Petersburg for the past 5 years. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Michigan State University and a Master of Education degree from the University of Notre Dame.
Mr. Butcher passionately believes in the power of a strong, Catholic education. His #1 goal for all students at St. Paul Catholic School is that every day they grow a little bit deeper in a real and personal encounter with Christ. This is Mr. Butcher’s third year serving our students and families as the principal of St. Paul.
Sister Joan Carberry, OSF
Assistant Principal
Sister Joan Carberry, a native of Providence, RI, has been a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany for 65 years. The Franciscan Sisters of Allegany founded St. Paul Catholic School in 1930.
Sister is a graduate of St. Bonaventure University. Most of Sister's teaching career has been in grades 3 thru 8 in schools in New York, New Jersey and North Carolina. Sister is also a certified chaplain in the National Association of Catholic Chaplains and has ministered in Pastoral Care Departments in St Mary Hospital, West Palm Beach and in St. Anthony Hospital in St. Petersburg.
Sister Joan began her ministry at St. Paul Catholic School in the finance department and then became the Assistant Principal. As a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, Sister Joan continues to carry on the mission and charism of the Franciscan Sisters who follow the Rule and Life of St. Francis of Assisi.
Carrie Tapp
Bookkeeper
Julie Volpe
Office Assistant
Mrs. Volpe has been a secretary at St. Paul Catholic School for twenty two years. She grew up on a dairy farm in Troy, PA, and graduated from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelors in Business Education before moving to St. Petersburg. She’s been married to Don for 34 years, her oldest son Michael, Willa, and grandson Madison live in Savannah, GA and her youngest son Cole, lives in Jacksonville Beach. Both boys are graduates of St. Paul's and St. Pete Catholic. She is on the Executive Board for St. Pete Catholic. Julie has her private pilots license, enjoys any outdoor activity but most of all, spending time with her children and grandson.
Virginia Mendez
Office Assistant
Virginia was born in Puerto Rico and has had the privilege of living there, off and on, throughout her life. She has also lived in the United Kingdom, Colorado and several states in the North East but when asked, she is a Philly girl. She has been married to her soul mate, Tony for 29 years. She is blessed with four sons, Fabian, Julian, Antonio Jr. and Miguel and is a proud grandmother of six and loves nothing more then to spend time with them.
She was raised in the Catholic Church, attended Bryant & Stratton College and La Universidad Catolica de Puerto Rico. This year she begins 5 great years with St. Paul Catholic School.
Heather Orsini
Early Childhood-3 Teacher
Mrs. Orsini was born in Massachusetts and grew up in New Hampshire and the Florida Keys. She attended the University of South Florida, majoring in Women’s Studies with concentrations in History and Political Science as well as having earned her Early Childhood Teaching Credentials (CDA). She has been married to her husband Scott for over 20 years and has 3 children; a daughter and 2 sons. Her sons are graduates of St. Paul’s and St. Petersburg Catholic High School. She has been teaching EC-3 at Paul’s since 2012. Outside of school, she enjoys paddle-boarding, hiking and traveling.
Chris Waterman
Early Childhood-4 Teacher
Ms. Waterman grew up in New Jersey. She is a graduate of Mount Saint Mary's University where she majored in psychology with minors in education and sociology. She received her child development associate degree (CDA) at Saint Petersburg College. Her three grown children all attended St. Paul's. She loves teaching EC-4 and creating a learning environment in which the students are successfully prepared for kindergarten. Ms. Waterman co-teaches the after-school art club. Outside of school she likes running, reading and spending time with family and friends.
Kelley Simpson
Kindergarten Teacher
Ms. Simpson, born and raised in St. Petersburg, FL, is a dedicated Kindergarten teacher who attended St. Petersburg College, majoring in Elementary Education with a Reading and ESOL Endorsement. She loves teaching kindergarten as it involves molding young and inquisitive minds for the future.
In addition to teaching, Ms. Simpson leads the school’s Pep Club. Outside of school, she is an active member of the Junior League of of St. Petersburg and the Krewe of Princess Ulele. Her hobbies include traveling, sailing, volunteering, and spending time with her beloved goldendoodle.
Mrs. Shannon Carmona
First Grade Teacher
Mrs. Carmona was born on the Naval base in Virginia, but has also lived in New Jersey, New York, Missouri, and Vero Beach, FL. She is bilingual and has a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Florida. Mrs. Carmona began at St. Paul's in 2002 teaching First Grade after having taught First Grade in the Duval County public school system. She and her husband have three children graduated from St. Paul's. She has represented the Florida Catholic Conference in assisting several Florida Catholic schools with re-accreditation. She is trained as an Instructional Coach and has her iPad Apple Teacher certification. Outside of school, Mrs. Carmona enjoys lectoring at St. Paul’s, biking, traveling, boating, pickleball, beaching, and photography.
Mrs. Carmona believes that parents are the first teachers and she is blessed to be an additional teacher in both academics and the faith.
Amy Kafantaris
First & Second Grade Science & Social Studies Teacher
Mrs. Kafantaris is a proud graduate of the University of Florida (BA, MA). She taught high school Latin for 29 years, at Gulliver Prep in Miami and then as department chair of World Languages at Academy of the Holy Names. Mrs. "Kaf" has taught at St. Paul’s for two years. She enjoys travel, cooking, reading and attending her children’s tennis tournaments and soccer matches. Mrs. Kaf has a son and a daughter who attended St. Paul’s and are currently enrolled at St. Pete Catholic.
Mrs. Lindsay Schamp
Second Grade Teacher
Mrs. Schamp is originally from Denver, CO. She graduated from Colorado State University with a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in early childhood education and a minor in Spanish. In 2013 she earned her M.A. in Education and also received her National Board Certification in language arts and reading for early and middle childhood. She taught for eight years in Denver Public Schools and has been teaching second grade in the Diocese of St. Petersburg since 2016. Mrs. Schamp has taught preschool, third grade, English for speakers of other languages (K-5), and second grade.
Mrs. Schamp has two children. Her son attends St. Paul Catholic School and her daughter is at the St. Paul Children’s Center. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, running and spending time outdoors.
Ms. Isabelle Poole
Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher (Grades 4-5 Math & Science)
Ms. Poole grew up in St. Petersburg, FL as a member of the St. Paul’s Parish and graduated from St. Paul’s School in 2014. She attended St. Petersburg High School and later earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, with a minor in English as a Second Language, at the University of North Florida. She stayed in Jacksonville to teach first and second grade for a Title-1 school in Duval County. She has moved home this summer and is ecstatic to be back at her Alma Mater. Outside of school, she teaches ballet at the Academy of Ballet Arts, enjoys singing, performing, running, reading, and being outdoors with family and friends.
Christopher Connors
Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher (Grades 4-5 Language Arts & Social Studies)
Mr. Connors teaches 4th and 5th grade Language Arts and Reading as well as 3rd grade Language Arts. He is excited to bring literature and writing alive for his students. Mr. Connors was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, where he attended St. John’s Jesuit High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Literature at Eckerd College with minors in Creative Writing, Theatre, and Religion. He subsequently earned a master's degree in Theatre from Indiana University - Bloomington. Mr. Connors joined the faculty of St. Paul in 2016. He also serves as co-director of the Drama Club for intermediate grades.
Alyssa Doyle
Grade 6 Homeroom Teacher (Middle School Math and Science)
Ms. Alyssa Doyle grew up in Brandon, Florida attending Catholic school at St. Stephen and Tampa Catholic High School. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and STEM education from Florida State University and earned her Master's in Education from the University of Notre Dame. She previously taught middle school math in St. Paul, Minnesota and is excited to move back to sunny Florida. She desires for students to build the connection between how what they’re learning in the classroom helps to make sense of the world around them. Outside of school, Ms. Doyle enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking and exploring the outdoors. She is excited to join the family at St. Paul!
Emily Bouchard
Grade 7 Homeroom Teacher (Middle School Language Arts)
Mrs. Emily Bouchard grew up in Bradenton, Florida and earned her degree in English Education from Florida State University. An educator for over ten years, Mrs. Bouchard loves nothing more than seeing students excited about reading and connecting with a text. Her goals as an ELA teacher include fostering the love of reading in middle school students as well as helping her students develop into strong writers. Outside of school, Mrs. Bouchard enjoys spending time with her family, including her three children, who all currently attend St. Paul’s.
Betsy Alonzo
Grade 8 Homeroom Teacher (Middle School Math and Social Studies)
Mrs. Alonzo was raised in Woodridge, Illinois. She earned her degree in Elementary Education from the University of Illinois and taught middle school at a Catholic school in Illinois for four years. After completing her master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction at Northern Illinois University, Mrs. Alonzo moved to St. Petersburg and has been teaching at St. Paul’s since 1993. She is certified to teach grades 1-6, Math grades 5-9, and Social Studies grades 5-9 in Florida. Mrs. Alonzo's dedication to St. Paul’s is evident as both of her sons are proud graduates of our school. Outside of teaching, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, baking, and reading.
Natalie Lisko
Grades 4-8 Religion Teacher
Mrs. Lisko was born and raised in Tampa, FL. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Architecture and her Minor in Theology and Religious Studies from the Catholic University of America. She is a parishioner of Christ the King, where she previously volunteered as a religious education catechist. Mrs. Lisko has been the religion teacher at St. Paul since 2022 and is excited to continue nurturing the faith journey of her students by cultivating their Catholic values and emphasizing their roles and worth as children of God. Outside of school, Mrs. Lisko enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, going rollerblading, spending time at the beach, and playing board games with her friends and family.
Stephanie Tills
Learning Specialist
Ms. Tills was raised on St. Pete Beach and is a graduate of St. John Vianney and St. Pete Catholic. She has a Master’s in Elementary Education from Regis University - Denver, Colorado. She has a daughter who will be attending her first year of college in California this Fall. Ms.Tills has worked the last 15 years at Blessed Sacrament Catholic school as a Kindergarten Teacher and Learning Specialist. When she is not working she loves hanging out with her friends, walking the beach, and listening to music and audiobooks.
Mary Zacher
Resource Teacher
Mrs. Zacher grew up in Rochester, Minnesota. She received her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of SE Minnesota and her Masters degree in curriculum at the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. Her last teaching assignment was for Pinellas County School Board. One her daughters and two of her grandchildren have graduated from St. Paul’s.
Ms. Tandala Niles
Guidance Counselor
Ms. Niles was born and raised in Tarpon Springs, FL. She is a proud graduate of Florida A&M University where she earned both of her degrees. She has a Master of Education degree in Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Education. Ms. Niles has worked with students of all ages during her 28 years of service with Pinellas County Schools.
Ms. Niles enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She has three adult sons. She is a true believer in the importance of having a personal relationship with Christ. She loves helping and working with the students here at St. Paul. This is Ms. Niles’ second year serving as the School Counselor.
Vaughn Wassmer
Technology & Middle School Math Teacher
Mr. Wassmer was born in San Francisco, CA. He has lived in Florida since 1999 and has 3 younger sisters, all of which are graduates of St. Paul's. He, his wife, and daughter live in Riverview and have been a part of the St. Paul's Community for several years. He studied Mathematics at the University of South Florida and has been teaching at St. Paul's since 2011. Mr. Wassmer has also been a tutor and camp counselor for several companies. He teaches the Technology classes for all grades, 6th Grade Math, and manages the middle school Theatre program. He feels very blessed to be able to teach at St. Paul's.
Denise Freitas
Music Teacher
Mrs. Freitas was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil and moved to USA in 1996. She has been living in Saint Petersburg, Florida for about 7 years.
She attended Oswaldo the Vincenzo in São Paulo, Brazil — Conservatory for Education in Music, Performance, and Composition. She also earned a Bachelor in Music and Piano Performance from FAAM University in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Lastly, she attended Calvin Theological Seminary to work on her Master’s of Arts in Worship in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Mrs. Freitas has been teaching music, choir, multiple Instruments, puppetry and musical theater for over 30 years. Her passion, motivation and enthusiasm are evident. Her goal is to inspire students to explore their fullest potential by providing the support needed for them to succeed, reach excellence, confidence in all music experiences and performances.
Adam Pepitone
Physical Education & Health Teacher, Athletic Director
Coach Adam is one of the rare people you will meet from the state of Delaware and moved to Florida in June of 2023. He graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Strength & Conditioning.
Sports played a huge role in Coach’s growth as a person and his passion is to share all the benefits athletics bring with others. It brings him joy to be able to play a part in the physical and emotional development of young students. In his off time, he enjoys beach days, playing basketball and consuming sports news, especially on his New England Patriots.
Martha Marquez-Miller
Spanish Teacher
Mrs. Marquez-Miller was born in Tangancicuaro, Mich. Mexico, and was raised in Gary, Indiana. Her family immigrated to Gary in the winter of 1975. She is the 5th child of 8 children. She moved to St. Petersburg, Florida in the summer of 1996 with her husband Scott.
Mrs. Marquez-Miller earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University. She taught at Lanier Elementary School in Tampa for 3 years before she had her two beautiful children Otilia and Scotty. She has been at St. Paul in her current teaching position since 2007. She absolutely loves exposing her students to her native language, the hispanic culture, customs, and traditions.
Mrs. Marquez-Miller loves spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys watching movies, going out on walks, bike rides, and camping!
Mandy Hand
Art Teacher
Mrs. Hand has been teaching Visual Arts at St. Paul’s since 2003. Her passion for art began as a child, and she has fostered that interest most every day since then. She grew up in Winter Park, Florida and has lived in St. Petersburg since 1987. She graduated from Florida State University with degrees in Communications, Business and Dental Hygiene. She spent 15 years in the advertising industry working in all types of communication arts. She enjoys helping children realize their creative potential, and has worked successfully to instill that in her own three children, two of whom are St. Paul graduates. She conducts after-school art classes at St. Paul's and has spent many summers teaching at the Morean Arts Center downtown. Her other interests include residential St. Petersburg real estate (she is also a Realtor), as well as interior design, gardening and theatre.
Kimberly Lopez
Librarian
Mrs. Lopez has lived in St. Petersburg for more than 50 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and Exceptional Student Education from the University of South Florida. She is a National Board- Certified teacher who has taught grades 1st- 12th for more than 35 years.
She and her husband have three children who attended St. Paul Catholic School and eight grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, swimming, and cheering for the Florida Gators! Mrs. Lopez is blessed to be part of the St. Paul Family and looks forward to creating a welcoming environment in the library that encourages a love of reading.
Fran Jaynal
Accelerated Learning Program Instructor
Ms. Jaynal is a native New Yorker and has lived in St Petersburg, Florida since 2003. She received a solid Catholic school education beginning at Sacred Heart School for elementary then on to The Ursuline School college prep school for girls and graduated from Manhattanville College with a B.A. in Management. Ms Jaynal then earned her J.D. from New England Law in Boston, MA. Ms. Jaynal developed a strong sense of service as a young adult involved in local soup kitchens and church sponsored community outreach programs and continues to volunteer with her children, Stephen and Lyla, in local community programs. Both Stephen and Lyla are graduates of St. Paul Catholic School. Lyla is currently a student at St. Pete Catholic High School. Stephen is a graduate of St. Pete Catholic High School and is currently a student at the University of South Florida in Tampa.
She enjoys paddle boarding the vast bayous in the the area, sunny days on the beach with family and friends and exploring new places and events in downtown St Pete.
Ms.Jaynal has been on the staff of St. Paul’s since 2015 after enjoying many years as a parent volunteer.
Catherine Barber
Early Childhood-4 Teacher Assistant
Catherine Barber was born and raised in New York. She majored in Music and Piano at Nassau Community College.
Catherine and her family moved to St Petersburg in 1991 and has been part of the St. Paul’s community for over 30 years. Catherine has two adult children who are graduates of St Paul’s and has four granddaughters, two of which also attend St. Paul’s.
Catherine has been working in EC4 since 2020.
Yadira Emery
Early Childhood -4 Teacher Assistant/Extended Day
Yadira was born in Belize where she still has family. Yadira and her husband have two grown children. She has been employed at St. Paul Catholic School for over 15 years. During these years, Yadira has had many roles. Currently she is the afternoon teacher assistant in EC 4 and the Extended Day assistant for EC 3 & 4. Yadira also works in the St. Paul Children's Center during the summer months.
Cecilia Johnson
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Johnson studied Primary Education at a college in Italy. She is very excited to be a part of St. Paul’s school, which teaches invaluable values such as faith and community. She feels honored to be in the kindergarten class, assisting Ms. Simpson.
Leah Burkett
First Grade Teacher Assistant
After earning a BA in Visual Disabilities and MEd in Instruction and Curriculum, Mrs. Burkett worked for 10 years in Hillsborough County Public Schools serving students with visual impairments. In following the growth in her Catholic faith, Mrs. Burkett joined the diocese as a first-grade teacher at the Cathedral of St. Jude for the last two years. Mrs. Burkett is a born and raised St. Petersburg native. She and her firefighter husband, a St. Paul graduate, have two children attending St. Paul. Outside of school Mrs. Burkett can be found spending time with her chickens, thrifting, running, and family days at Disney.
Susan Smith
Middle School Teacher Assistant
Sue Smith was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan and moved to Florida at an early age. She attended St. John’s (SPB), Notre Dame Academy (now SPC) and the College of Notre Dame (Baltimore). She has worked in Catholic education in several different fields and most recently here at St. Paul’s. Middle school students are her favorite because they are all at different stages of life. Catholic education has always been foremost in her life and that of her parents and 6 siblings.
Getting Involved
Home & School Association
The main focus of the Home & School Association is fundraising and fellowship. It is a great way to build community among Association members, parents and teachers, as well as the practical aspects of raising funds to support our School. Being a member of the Association is a great way to support your children's education, meet new parents and share your ideas to further enhance our children's school. In addition to providing fellowship opportunities, our Association raises funds for the school. The Home & School Association, through the creation and organization of multiple fundraising and community building events, is vital to St. Paul Catholic School.
School Advisory Committee
The School Advisory Council (SAC) is a team of people representing various segments of the community–parents, teachers, students, administrators, support staff, business/ industry people and other interested community members. The purpose of a SAC is to assist in the preparation and evaluation (developing and evaluating) of the results of the school improvement plan and to assist the principal with the annual school budget.
Each school in the State of Florida must have a SAC. By law, each SAC must be composed of the principal and an "appropriately balanced" number of "stakeholders." The officers of our School Advisory Committee shall be the chairperson, co-chairperson, and secretary. For a list of responsibilities for our SAC, please click here.
Your 2023-2024 SAC members are as follows:
Monsignor Gibbons, Fr. Tim Williford, Mr. Butcher, Sister Joan Carberry,
Chairperson: Rick Ryder
Members at Large: Tracie Domino, Nichole Gehringer, Kristen Froehlich, Bill Collins, & Deirdre Vedova
Annual Auction
The St. Paul Catholic School Auction is the school's largest annual fundraiser, but more importantly, it serves as an incredible community event. This highly anticipated gathering brings together parents, friends, and supporters in a spirited celebration of our shared commitment to Catholic education. The event requires the dedication and hard work of many volunteers, whose efforts are essential to its success. The funds raised at the auction play a crucial role in closing the gap between the cost to educate a child and the annual tuition amount, ensuring that every student receives the highest quality education possible. Join us for an evening of generosity, camaraderie, and the joy of supporting our beloved school.
St. Paul's Festival
The St. Paul's Festival is a vibrant four-day event that brings our entire community together to celebrate the beauty of St. Paul Catholic Parish & School. This joyous occasion unites families, friends, and neighbors in a lively celebration filled with fun activities, delicious food, and exciting entertainment. The festival features incredible rides that delight attendees of all ages, adding an extra layer of excitement to the festivities. The event showcases the strong sense of community and shared values that define St. Paul, creating lasting memories for all who attend. Join us in this wonderful celebration of faith, fellowship, and the spirit of our beloved parish and school.
Our History
St. Paul Catholic School Mission Statement
Inspired by the charism of the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, the mission of St. Paul Catholic School is to provide students with a foundation for life through faith, academics, and service and to assist students in developing their gifts and talents, so that they may fulfill the plan God has for their lives.
As St. Paul Catholic School celebrates its 95th year, we do so with pride and thankfulness to the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, New York, who, with their foresight, dedication, and hard work, have been the cornerstone of the school’s history, and present day mission and philosophy. Inspired by the Spirit, and mindful of the call to proclaim the Gospel message, as St. Francis of Assisi did, the sisters have committed themselves to justice, peace, and active love, in carrying out their mission, to be and to witness.
St. Paul Parish, St. Petersburg, Florida was established in 1929. The first ambition of the people of this new parish was to build a parochial school. Father James Enright, pastor, invited the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, New York to open a school. On September 15, 1930, St. Paul Catholic School opened with five Franciscan Sisters and 136 students in grades one through nine. The school consisted of seven regular classrooms, one double room, a small kitchen, and an auditorium doubling as a church. June 1931 brought the end of the first and very successful school year and the first eighth grade graduation. All the equipment in the school was paid for before the end of the first year. This generosity and involvement of the parishioners and school families, which so propelled the school in its beginnings, is evident today by the most recent school and campus renovations that took place between 2007 and 2015.
The school grew rapidly and each year the teaching staff increased. By September of 1933, the school expanded to 12 grades. The staff consisted of 11 sisters and three priests. An extensive library was added, a drum and bugle corps was organized and school uniforms were adopted. The 1950s brought further expansion. The high school moved into its own building. To meet the needs of the growing student population a two-story combination meeting hall and cafeteria was erected. This second building included complete kitchen facilities, and boys’ and girls’ locker rooms. In 1969, when the diocesan high school opened, St. Paul High School closed. An athletic field was constructed and a second floor was added to the elementary building.
As the school population grew, so too did there become a need for an After School Care Program to accommodate working families. In 1986 the school opened an Extended Day Program. This service is offered from 2:50 to 5:30 p.m. every school day. In 1993, an Early Childhood Program was opened for four year olds. This program is licensed by the Pinellas County License Board for Children Centers and accommodates 21 four year olds. In 2000, a similar program was opened for 25 three year olds. Today both programs continue to have waiting lists for entrance into the programs.
The curriculum at St. Paul Catholic School has expanded over the years. Students in the Early Childhood thru grade 8 are instructed in Religion and all major subjects, as well as Spanish, Art, Music, Technology, and Physical Education. Middle School students are offered Choice Classes twice a week in such subjects as yearbook, school newspaper, art, music, tennis, health, drama, robotics, and Spanish culture. In addition to music, art, and drama programs, St. Paul Catholic School has an outstanding sports program. Boys and girls in grades 5-8 participate in competition with other Catholic schools in the Diocese in basketball, volleyball, soccer, track and field. Throughout its history, St. Paul Catholic School has been recognized for its excellent faculty as well as curriculum. At present there are 48 faculty/staff employees and 332 students. The spirit and charism of St. Francis is as evident today as it was in 1930 and the years that followed. St. Paul Catholic School continues to strive not only to prepare the mind, but also the heart and soul of their students.
St. Paul Catholic School was one of the first Catholic schools in the diocese to be accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference and is re-accredited every seven years.