It is so refreshing to be at a school where the children can be taught to pray and even go to church once a week! There are three nuns in the school including the principal and two priest who visit and teach the children regularly. The pre-K children are already reading! I am just so pleased at all
... Read more that the staff and others have done to make St Augustine a great school for the children Read less
Posted by a other on 03/25/09
St. Augustine School is well known for the way the principal and teachers care about the students, the church next door and the learning that takes place there. The teachers with their religious background actually inspire the students to to excel and to do well in life. They are encouraged to study
... Read more hard, come to school everyday, turn it homework and to get involved in other school activities as well as extracurricular community based activies. In fact, many of the students that attend St. Augustine are involved in additional activities that further enhance their learning and athletic skills. St. Augustine School is known for good things and I would recommend it to every parent who wants their child to be successful in life. Read less
Posted by a other on 03/24/09
St. Augustine is one of the best school's in Washington, D.C. to work in and to send your child to. We are dedicated teachers and we love what we do! The teachers work together as a team to collaborate with the administration and staff to find effective ways to meet the needs of all students. St. Augustine
... Read more is aware that some students may need extra support to strengthen an area in their academics. St. Augustine currently has a Title 1 program, a reading specialist, and Christ Child tutors, who provide assistance to those student's, who are in need. We strive to make sure that all students are learning, understanding, demonstrating, and using their higher order thinking skills in the classroom and beyond. We love our students! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 03/23/09
St. Augustine School has the highest enrollment it's had in 10 years and now has three Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus sisters working full-time at the school. The school has the strong support of many parishioners of St. Augustine Parish, and any visitor who walks the halls of the school can witness
... Read more the school's Catholic identity in the artwork of the students, the prayers they say and the lessons they learn. Read less
Posted by a other on 03/21/09
Saint Augustine's offers a top quality education for a great price. The school receives a high amount of financial support from parishioners. This enables management to make constant improvements to the physical plant and hire highly skilled teachers while keeping tuition at a reasonable price.
... Read more As a graduate of a Catholic elementary school and a Catholic high school, I can attest to the fact that my Catholic education has greatly contributed to every aspect of my life. That's why I support the Saint Augustine Catholic School and invite parents to see for themselves by visiting the school. Read less
Posted by a other on 03/21/09
i have been attending this school for three years now and will be graduating in 2009. the teachers here show a great deal of favoritizime they don't teach as much as they sit around and gossip. if you are look for a great education wit a friendly environment well this is not the right school for you.
... Read more this school lacks school spirit and respec for others. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/08/09
I have read all the reviews regarding St Augustine. I strongly believe SA was a great school a few years ago. However, I have my doubts regarding 2007/2008. There is a discipline problem and academics is not strong. Nonetheless, my daughter is on the honor roll, has been at SA for 3 years and I have
... Read more two graduate degrees. I am looking for a new school for her 8th grade year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/13/07
I feel that St. Augustine Catholic school faculty does not expect excellence from the students. The hall walls show mediocre work. The teachers congregate with oneanother and gossip about other teachers and/or parents. When trying to communicate with the teacher, I was told I was harrassing her. The
... Read more teacher acts as it she can't be bothered, progress reports don't come home regularly. Important school news is not posted as needed but when you walk into the school you will see fundraising information everywhere. They have not connection with the colleges in the community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/17/06
My son is now a sophmore at Virginia Union. I have another son who is currently enrolled at Archbishop Carroll High School. If you are looking for a school who will produce decent productive, educated African American Men St Augustine is the school for you. I look forward to bringing the next generation
... Read more of my family to this school. My sons learned that it takes a village to raise them into strong men and a village is what I found at St. Augustine School. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/06
I have read the reviews on this site after being referred by a fellow member of the PTA. I must say i am really appauled by the negativr comments some of the parents have posted. I question their true involvment in the educational career of their children. I know for a fact that the curent principal
... Read more has gone out of her way to welcome parents into the school. However, what the school wont tolerate is disrespect and negative behavior that will impact on the educational career of others. The bottom line is if you are not helping to build up the school then don't tear it down. Read less
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Washington schools — St Augustine School is located at 1421 V St Nw, Washington DC 20009. 1421 V St Nw is in the Cardozo / Shaw neighborhood and 20009 ZIP code in Washington, DC The school district for St Augustine School is the Archdiocese Of Wash Dc Education Off. St Augustine School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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