St. Dominic School

🌟 Key Highlights: St. Dominic Catholic School

St. Dominic Catholic School (SDCS) is a private, co-educational Catholic parochial school in Kingsport, Tennessee. As a ministry of St. Dominic Catholic Parish, it is committed to providing a Christ-centered education rooted in faith and values, emphasizing academic excellence, individual growth, and service to the community.

🏫 Overview

• Type: Private / Parochial Catholic School (Diocese of Knoxville)

• Location: Kingsport, Tennessee (Tri-Cities Area)

• Grades Served: Pre-Kindergarten (PK 3) – 5th Grade (Historically served up to 8th grade)

• Enrollment: Approximately 119 students

• Core Mission: As a ministry of the Catholic community, SDCS BELIEVES in the blessings of faith through Jesus Christ; INSPIRES spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical growth; and CELEBRATES God’s gracious gifts, leading all to become lifelong learners committed to the service of humankind.

• Affiliation: Roman Catholic; Ministry of St. Dominic Catholic Parish. Member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).

• Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)/Cognia and nationally recognized as a “Discipline with Purpose” School.

• Focus: Early childhood and elementary education emphasizing traditional academics, Catholic formation, and character development.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

SDCS is distinguished by its longevity, commitment to personalized learning, and inclusive environment:

• Christ-Centered & Holistic: Catholic faith and values are the foundation of all instruction. Students participate in daily religion classes and weekly Mass. The school’s approach is to develop the whole child—mind, body, spirit, and soul.

• Discipline with Purpose (DwP): The school utilizes the Discipline with Purpose model, a nationally recognized character education and behavioral framework that promotes self-discipline, respect, and responsibility in a positive environment.

• Small Class Sizes & Personalized Attention: Maintains a highly favorable student-to-teacher ratio (around 15:1 or lower), ensuring every child is “known, seen, and loved” and receives individualized attention. Teaching assistants are utilized in larger classes.

• Welcoming to All Faiths: While rooted in Catholic faith, the school welcomes and nurtures children of all faith backgrounds, recognizing the strength of diversity within its community.

• Curriculum Enrichment: The core curriculum is enhanced with a strong program in Related Arts, including weekly instruction in Art, Music, Computer Technology (including coding), and Physical Education.

• Academic Excellence: Focuses on foundational skills in the elementary grades, with students often entering high school prepared for honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, providing a firm foundation for future academic success.

• After School Care: Provides comprehensive School Age Care options after school and during school holidays and summer breaks to support working families.

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