Since 1923, what stories have echoed through these halls of Saint Anne School? On August 26, 1923, Bishop Edward J. O’Dea dedicated Saint Anne School. It stood ready to serve God and the Church. This happened in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood.
The Sisters of the Holy Names were the first teachers. Classes began September 4, 1923. There were 150 students in eight grades. Saint Anne School has changed over the years. It has also grown. A large expansion and remodel finished in 2002.
Saint Anne School is a ministry of St. Anne Parish. It is one of 13 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Seattle’s North Seattle deanery. The school teaches Catholic faith. It shows examples in the community. This passes the faith to many generations. These include students and parish families. Saint Anne received its third accreditation in 2018. It was a 6-year term from The Western Catholic Education Association. Tuition, parish support, and fundraising keep the school going.
Today, teachers and staff serve over 260 students. These students are in kindergarten through 8th grade. There is also a Pre-Kindergarten classroom. It has 20 children in a half-day program. The school is almost full. More people have applied recently. Each grade has one classroom. Kindergarten through 4th grade classes have 26 students max. 5th through 8th grade classes have no more than 28 students. Most families belong to St. Anne Parish. About 8% of students are minorities. About 10% of families get financial aid.
Saint Anne School provides a quality Catholic education. It forms students into active people of faith. It wants them to be life-long learners. They should also be globally aware. Well-balanced young people are another goal. Exceptional staff bless the school. The facility is beautiful. Enrollment is full. Finances are strong. Parents are dedicated. The parish community offers ongoing support.
Saint Anne School focuses on family. It is a caring community. It gives an exceptional education. The school develops the whole child. This includes spiritual, academic, emotional, physical, and social aspects. Graduates feel confident. They are ready for high school. They are also ready for life beyond.
Saint Anne educates students in a Catholic environment. It offers many academic programs. These programs meet the diverse needs of all learners. One class per grade lets students know each other well. It builds community. It also builds leadership skills. Cross-grade activities help.
Saint Anne School enriches mind, body, and soul. It has done so since 1923.