St. Rose of Lima School

St. Rose of Lima School is a Catholic school with students from Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade, located in Miami Shores, Florida.

The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, from Immaculata, Pennsylvania administer the school.

Mission Statement

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School provides a nurturing and spiritual environment for its culturally diverse community. Rich in faith-based tradition, we offer our students strong spiritual and academic programs that will prepare and challenge them to give witness to Christian values throughout their lives.

Philosophy

St. Rose of Lima School proclaims the Gospel message and translates this proclamation into action. The school community incorporates the Gospel message in all aspects of the educational program. The belief and values of the Catholic faith are taught and developed in religion class but lived and experienced throughout the school. In all areas of the curriculum the educational programs emphasize the growth of the whole child-spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally. The teachers strive to give witness to Christ, the Master Teacher, and proclaim His message. This witness extends further through the practiced expression of the truths and values within the lives of the members of the faith community.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School strives to make community not simply a concept to be taught, but a reality to be lived. The school seeks to build a faith community fostered by a deep understanding and appreciation of the Eucharist - the bond of community and the cause of its growth.

Parent Involvement

The participation of parents is crucial to the educational success of a child. St. Rose of Lima has a variety of options for parent involvement, including through the Home and School Association, volunteer activities, and online tools through Edline.

The Home and School Association has a mission to serve the school administration, teachers and parents in enriching St. Rose of Lima students. Parents are invited to attend the group's montly meetings to help ensure they are contributing to their child's success.

Edline is a valuable online tool for parents to interact with teachers and school administrators.

The Cafeteria serves lunch and snack items on most school days. Parents may pre-pay for cafeteria purchases using student debit account deposits. Parents can create, monitor and add money to their child's lunch account using the My School Account online tool. For questions about the food service program, contact the Food Service Office at 305-751-4257.

After-School Care is provided for students who need day care until 6:00 p.m. on days when school is in session. Drop-ins are allowed in case of emergency. Attendance is taken and parents are billed accordingly. Contact the school office for more information.

Virtus Training is required for parents, visitors and volunteers who enter the classroom. It also is required for parents and family who participate in field trips, parties and other school activities. More information is available at the Virtus site. Please contact the school office for requirements and training schedules.