The Education Commission assists the Pastoral Council in the development of pastoral plans and policies in the area of education. The Commission meets 5-6 times per year. Membership is open to all parishioners who have an interest in the educational activities of the school and the church.
Cindy Sabik, Co-Chairperson
Patti Smith, Co-Chairperson
Adult Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation provides an opportunity for deeper appreciation and understanding of our faith through retreats, speakers and workshops. To learn more contact:
Br. Denis Weber, S.J.
Early Childhood Programs (Happy Together and TOPS)
Happy Together is a parent/child class for children ages 18-30 months old, which utilizes a playground setting and meets once per week. TOPS (Time Out For Parents) Program is a drop-off program for 2-3 year old children that also meets once per week from 9:30-11:30am. Both programs meet in the lower level of Gesu School. For more information, contact:
Karen Smith
Gesu School PTO
The Gesu School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is an organization of all parents of Gesu students and the faculty of the school. The PTO serves as the liaison organization between the parents and staff, promotes communication and parent education, and conducts fundraisers for the school. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm in McAuley Hall. All parents are welcome to attend. For more information, contact:
Mary Amjad
Jen Gehrlein
Gesu School
Gesu Catholic School is a “Blue Ribbon School of Excellence” for preschool through junior high-age children with a rich tradition of Catholic values. The aim of the school is to provide a community and curriculum which meets the needs of the whole child in an atmosphere that fosters critical thinking and lifelong learning skills. For more information, visit the school website at www.gesu.com or contact:
Sr. Linda Martin, OSU
Gesu School – Preschool
The Gesu Preschool offers classes for 3, 4, and 5 year old children. The preschool has an integrated curriculum that uses a center-based approach where learning occurs through active exploration and interaction in a “hands-on” environment. Registration is held in late January. To learn more, contact:
Amy Fanning
Parish School of Religion (PSR)
The PSR Program is for children in Grades 1-12, particularly those who attend public and private schools. The purpose of the program is to help with religious and faith formation. Classes for Grades 1-8 meet from 10:15-11:30am, and Grades 9-12 meet from 10:00-11:15am. All classes are held in the Gesu School on Sundays from September through May. To learn more, contact:
Sr. Diane Selva, SFCC
Preschool Sunday Program
This program offers Pre-K and Kindergarten-age children a Sunday morning religious experience filled with activities, art, music and enjoyment. Classes are offered from 10:30-11:30am in Gesu School from September through May. For more information, contact:
Sr. Diane Selva, SFCC
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
The RCIA program welcomes adults wishing to learn more about the Catholic Faith and guides them towards the Sacraments of Initiation, if they should decide to become members of the Catholic Church. Meetings are held weekly on Tuesdays from September until May. For more information, contact:
Jim and Sue O’Donnell
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