Holy Family School

     Holy Family School was officially opened, on its present site, in 1927 to serve Catholic families living in the Camp Taylor community.  By 1935 there were 213 children and a faculty of four Sisters of Charity.  Through the years the Parish and the school continued to grow at a rapid pace.

     In 1952, a new wing was completed just in time to accommodate a population of over 1,100 students.  The Sisters of Charity continued to staff the school, but from the early 50's Catholic lay men and women began to serve alongside the Sisters.

     In 1957, with the founding of Resurrection and Guardian Angels parishes, the school population dropped considerably.  Through these years changing demographics brought about other decreases in enrollment.  Since the late 1970's, however, the enrollment has stabilized at nearly 250 students.

     Yet, with a smaller student population, Holy Family continued to expand its programs to meet the needs of its parishioners.  In 1984 a kindergarten was established enrolling 23 students.  To meet the needs of working families an after-school child care program was begun in 1985, and by 1990 child summer care services were added thus providing year round care.  In 1994 the decision was made to begin a preschool plus childcare program for four-year-olds.  After a successful year of operation the program has been expanded and now includes two and three-year-olds.  All of our extended programs are thriving in this 21st century.

     Today, as we look back through the years, we are conscious that, though many changes have come our way, the spirit, values, and beliefs which have been so much a part of our community are as strong as ever.  Holy Family School continues this tradition.

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