Religious Education 

The religious education program encourages students to spread the message of Jesus Christ by word and deed. The students are taught to love and respect themselves and others. They learn to appreciate their own individuality. They are taught to recognize the rights of others. This philosophy challenges students to improve the world by sharing gospel values and living Christ's message of salvation. They grow to understand the roots of their faith and responsibilities as Christians. Students learn to live their faith through active participation in religious education classes, sacramental instruction, and participation in Eucharistic liturgies.

Academic Curriculum

Academic excellence is a hallmark of St. Cecilia School and is reflected by the comprehensive curriculum endorsed by the Paterson Diocese School Board and accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The K-8 educational program includes religion, language arts, mathematics, science and social studies, as well as foreign language, library, art, music, physical education, and computer instruction. This innovative curriculum is enhanced by state-of-the-art computer technology available in the computer lab and in every classroom.

Co Curricular Activities

St. Cecilia School envelops a child in an educational environment filled with love and concern that extends beyond the classroom. Programs help foster a strong sense of community among the students, the home, and the Church. A variety of choices is offered to reflect the uniqueness of each student and creates a spirit of cooperation.

Student Government allows students to take an active role in organizing special school events and promotes the development of leadership skills.

The children participate in a Buddy Program. Older students are paired with younger students under the supervision of the teachers. This mutually beneficial relationship generates emotional ties among students in the school community.

The third grade students participate in an inter-generational program called "Enrichment by Wisdom." The grand-friends are members of the church community. They meet one afternoon each month to create a craft, share a snack, and spend some time together.

Students in grades four through eight have the opportunity to enroll in the Future Musicians instrumental program. Music lessons are offered once a week during the school day.

Community service projects include making food baskets for local families and collecting food for local soup kitchens. The St. Jude Hospital Math-a-Thon is held annually and proceeds go directly to cancer research for children. Students participate in Tag Days (also known as "KIDS for KIDS") and the money collected goes to children in need.

After school programs are important components of the total learning experience. The programs include Choir, Drama Club, Forensics, Math Club, Algebra Club, Computer Club, School Newspaper, and Yearbook.

Participation is encouraged in extra-curricular activities such as altar serving, scouting, and CYO basketball.