sending your first child off to school is both exciting and terrifying. seeing the smile on my daughter's face as she played with her classmates and teacher in this loving, supportive, nurturing environment will go down as one of the best moments in my life.
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Posted by a parent on 09/21/09
I am the parent of a mixed-race family, and knew we wanted a Catholic education for our children. Holy Redeemer above and beyond all the wonderful high academics was the only school we visited that has a distinctive ethnic mix. We are thrilled to be in such a diverse school (they have a 64% minority
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Posted by a parent on 04/15/09
Holy Redeemer was the perfect choice for us, our son had problems with the local public school and the chaos that prevailed there. HR is a terrific school, run by caring teachers and staff. The level of learning far surpasses that of our public school and teaches Respect and Responsibility as cornerstones
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Posted by a parent on 10/21/06
Our son is currently in full day kindergarten. My husband and I feel confident about the teacher and the academics being taught. We feel that this school has proven to provide adequate discipline & structure for our son. It's a great feeling to know that our son will receive a good education here, and
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Posted by a parent on 11/08/05
My son is in an early elementary grade at HRCS. I am thrilled with the faculty and their engagement with our kids, including support for kids working above grade level and kids who are working to catch up. In 2005, a 'green building' holding new classrooms, science lab, and a new library will open. The
... Read more music program includes private lessons available during the school day, and is absolutely unparalleled in any school in the area, public or private. Regular PE and music is so rare these days, but our school has them. Spanish is coming in 2006-2007. The sports program (CYO and PYSA) is supportive and encouraging to all of the kids who participate. Parents must volunteer 30 hours each year (or pay a small fee). We are not members of the parish, but don't feel like outsiders. Wonderful school! Thanks Fr. Joe & Mrs. Rainieri! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/15/05
It eases my mind knowing that my children are in such a nuturing environment. The quality of education that they are recieveing is first rate. The staff and community are very supportive as well and my children are always excited about school. I myself am an ulumni and I look forward to all three of
... Read more my children being alumni also. I also need to give special recognition to Father Joe Capora. He is a wonderful person and a great leader. I have always felt that he has his finger on the pulse of our church, and is truely there for all parishioners. The care and concern that he has shown my family will never be forgotten. I love Holy Redeemer and I'm sure that you will too. Read less
Posted by a former student on 09/24/04
My oldest attended HR from K-8th graduating last year. There has been some turmoil with change in staff but the 90+ yr old school will weather the storm. It has been an excellent experience and I have two others at the school. My children have never complained about going to school in fact my oldest
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Portland schools — Holy Redeemer Area School is located at 127 N Portland Blvd, Portland OR 97217. 127 N Portland Blvd is in the Piedmont neighborhood and 97217 ZIP code in Portland, OR The school district for Holy Redeemer Area School is the Archdiocese Of Portland Education Off. Holy Redeemer Area School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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