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St. Gertrude School is a Catholic, elementary school in the Dominican tradition. In partnership with parents, we offer children an excellent academic and religious education, providing a Christ-centered atmosphere in which students may grow in knowledge, truth, and love.

St. Gertrude School embraces a philosophy which is committed to the education of children in partnership with parents, who are the principal educators of their children. The school is wholeheartedly committed to the task of aiding them in developing the total child. Therefore, its program is directed toward the abilities of all its students so that self-worth is enhanced and academic excellence attained. St. Gertrude School seeks...
"to motivate students to live as part of a believing community which works to serve the needs of its society: to foster love of life, love of family and love of country; to reverence this plurality as a wonder of God."
Traditional disciplines in a traditional setting are augmented by effective, modern methods and curricula, competent teaching, and caring leadership. Adherence to Scriptural doctrine, values, and attitudes give St. Gertrude School its specific character.