School of the Good Shepherd

🌟 Key Highlights: School of the Good Shepherd

The School of the Good Shepherd (SGS) is a private, co-educational Catholic parochial school in Decherd, Tennessee. Operating as a ministry of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, it is committed to providing a Christ-centered education that emphasizes high academic standards, strong Catholic identity, and the spiritual, intellectual, social, and moral formation of its students.

🏫 Overview

• Type: Private / Parochial Catholic School

• Location: Decherd, Tennessee (Franklin County)

• Grades Served: Pre-Kindergarten (PK) – 8th Grade

• Enrollment: Varies, typically a smaller student body

• Core Mission: To proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and educate the whole child (spiritually, morally, and intellectually) by providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that fosters a lifetime commitment to faith, learning, and service.

• Affiliation: Roman Catholic Church; part of the Diocesan Catholic Schools of Nashville.

• Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) / Cognia and the Diocesan Catholic Schools Office of Nashville.

• Focus: Comprehensive PK–8 education emphasizing Catholic teachings, academic excellence, and preparation for high school.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

SGS is distinguished by its Catholic identity, supportive environment, and commitment to the whole child:

• Catholic Identity and Formation: The mission is rooted in Catholic teaching. Students participate in daily prayer, weekly Mass, and receive instruction in the Faith and Life religion curriculum, integrating Catholic values into all areas of school life.

• Comprehensive K-8 Education: Provides a structured, continuous pathway from early childhood through the transition to high school, ensuring a consistent academic and spiritual foundation.

• Academic Excellence: The school follows a rigorous curriculum that is fully compliant with state and diocesan standards. It emphasizes core subjects like Math, Science, Language Arts, and History, ensuring students are well-prepared for the academic demands of high school.

• Focus on Service: Students are actively encouraged to develop a sense of community and service, reflecting the Catholic principle of social justice and charity.

• Small Class Sizes: Maintains a low student-to-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized attention and a nurturing classroom environment.

• Extracurricular Activities: Offers a range of extracurricular activities and competitive sports (often the Rams) that promote teamwork, physical development, and school spirit.

• Secure Environment: Operates within a secure, supportive environment as a ministry of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, emphasizing the safety and well-being of all students.

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