Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are religion classes part of the curriculum at Villa?

A. Preschool through grade eight have a daily religion class. The text book is one of the approved programs used by the Catholic Schools in the Diocese.

Q. Must students attend CCD classes in their parish before receiving Holy Communion?

A. In all parishes except Holy Cross Parish (Fairview), Villa students attend classes 4 to 6 weeks prior to the reception of the sacrament. This will allow Villa students to be comfortable and feel part of the First Communion class. These classes begin sometime in late January or early February. Villa’s second grade religion program prepares these students for the reception of the sacrament. Villa uses the same religion program as other Catholic schools. Holy Cross Parish has a different policy. Villa students must attend classes the entire year.

Q. Is bus transportation available?

A. Several area school districts (including Millcreek, Erie, Fairview, Girard, Harborcreek, General McLane, and Ft. LeBoeuf) are available to transport Villa students to and from school during the school year except on early dismissal days.

Q. Does Villa offer hot lunches?

A. Hot lunches are served on a daily basis beginning with the first day of school. The school menu is distributed monthly.

Q. What about uniforms?

A. All students in Kindergarten through grade 8 wear attractive school uniforms. Students in preschool do not wear the uniform

Q. What are the school hours:

A. Kindergarten - Gr. 4 8:10 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.
Grades 5 through 8 8:00 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.