School Spotlight: Good Shepherd Catholic School

Good Shepherd Catholic School in the Diocese of Orlando has been educating children since 1956 when the first classes were held within the church.The school’s motto, “Let it be known to all who enter here that Christ is the reason for this school, the unseen but ever-present teacher in its classes, the model of its faculty, the inspiration of its students,” is evident in the manner that teachers work with students, the focus of the curriculum, and how students interact with each other.The emphasis of every school is education, but Good Shepherd carries that idea beyond reading, writing, and arithmetic. Students are taught respect, caring, compassion, and the love of Christ in the lessons they learn and through watching their teachers who model Christ’s love. Good Shepherd believes education should include teaching the mind, body, and soul.Teamwork and sportsmanship are easily learned through athletics. The Catholic Youth Sports organization offers a number of team sports for elementary students as well as middle school students. Sports are not the only activities that focus on building friendships by working as a team; Good Shepherd offers drama, band, and Boy Scouts to its students who wish to pursue the team spirit outside of the sports arena.Academics occur in more than traditional classroom settings at Good Shepherd Catholic School. Boston College sponsors a middle school enrichment program that has been recognized with the SPICE Award (Selected Programs for Improving Catholic Education). This curriculum allows students to collaborate online and learn subjects not generally taught in elementary or middle schools. Students who excel academically are also selected for the National Junior Honor Society.With national accolades, including the nation’s highest educational award, the National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award, it is obvious Good Shepherd Catholic School rates as one of the best private schools in Orlando.The learning opportunities provided by Good Shepherd are easily recognized. Today, Good Shepherd’s campus encompasses elementary and middle school classrooms, a preschool, learning center, media center, science laboratory, computer lab, and a dedicated reading room along with traditional school facilities. The innovative teaching methods and technology to assist students in learning difficult concepts earned Good Shepherd Catholic School the Catholic Schools for Tomorrow Innovations in Technology Award. To learn more about how Good Shepherd School, one of the best private schools in Orlando, can positively impact your child’s learning, call 407-277-3973 to speak with one of our staff.