Charleston's Independent School Directory 2018-19

www.CharlestonsPrivateSchools.com | www.CharlestonSchoolDirectory.com | www.ed.sc.gov ISD INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Faith-based Education Christ Our King Stella Maris School F rom its modest beginnings in 1950, Christ Our King Stella Maris School has grown from 54 students in a small space on Sullivan’s Island to a state-of-the-art, nationally recognized school with just over 600 kids. Now entering its 68th year East of the Cooper, the school continues with its mission of providing an outstanding Catholic education for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 8. Principal Susan Splendido said Christ Our King Stella Maris is more than just a Catholic school. It is deeply invested in the local community. “Our curriculum focuses on the Catholic tenets, inspiring the whole child by teaching them not just By Diane Pauldine academically but emotionally and spiritually. Everything we do is based on our faith and promotes a philosophy of giving back to our community,” she said. Students learn about respect, charity and outreach and the goal “is for them to continue that once they become an adult,” she explained. Christ Our King Stella Maris not only offers strong academics but provides courses, including technology, music, art, study skills, foreign language, creative writing and a resourceful academic-support program. With an enhanced curriculum that also consists of stewardship and athletics, both staff and students are challenged to fully explore their talents, equip themselves with the necessary knowledge to interact with the complex global world around them and lead active, faith-filled lives as true disciples of Christ. The school offers a range of clubs and extracurricular activities that includes sports, cheer, dance and even archery. Christ Our King Stella Maris helps prepare kids not just for high school and college but for life. If you are considering a school community for your child that is rich in academics and rooted in faith, Christ Our King Stella Maris School is unsurpassed. For more information, visit http://www.coksm.org , or call 843-884-4721. • Catholic School Founded in 1950 - Grades 4K-8th. • Differentiated reading and math Programs • Specialized writing curriculum • One to one iPad program • Enhanced academic resources IP04-1314687 IP04-1314687 Faith, Charity and Respect IP04-1314687 IP04-1314687 Come see why we are repeatedly voted #1