St. Helen Catholic School
EST. 1914
Welcome to
St. Helen School
Serving Ukrainian Village and Beyond for over 100 Years
St. Helen School's extensive expertise in education is evident in our challenging curriculum and creative teaching approaches. We infuse Catholic faith into our teachings through prayer, religious classes, sacraments, mass, and conversations about moral principles. Our welcoming environment embraces non-Catholic families, with a representation of 35%.
Our History
OUR ROOTS
Opened in the fall of 1914, St. Helen is currently in the midst of celebrating its centennial history. Located in Chicago's Historic Ukrainian Village, St. Helen School is a cornerstone of a thriving and successful community. For a century, the school has been dedicated to fostering academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a strong sense of community among its students. Generations of families have walked through its doors, creating a legacy of learning and camaraderie that continues to inspire.
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE
St. Helen Catholic School and Parish have a long and storied history. Founded in the early 20th Century, the school has stood through 17 presidencies, 2 World Wars, and countless other historical milestones. With dedication of faculty, staff, and parish community our school been an enduring success. Generations of families have walked our halls, creating a rich tapestry of memories and traditions that continue to shape the spirit of the institution. The school has adapted and thrived through 100 years of history and looks forward to many, many more.
THE FUTURE
Today at St. Helen Catholic School we continue the tradition of excellence established over a century ago. Our dedicated faculty and staff are unwavering in their mission to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. We offer a comprehensive curriculum that not only meets but exceeds educational standards, ensuring our students are well-prepared for the challenges of the modern world. We are committed to a future of learning and maintaining St. Helen School as a place where students can navigate the long road to academic excellence.
Meet the Principal
Courtney Pileggi
Dear Families,
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Welcome to St. Helen School, educating students in the Ukrainian Village - West Town neighborhood since 1914. We are so happy to have this opportunity to share SHS with you.
From the moment you walk through our door, you will find a school environment grounded in faith-filled education supported by a strong parent community. At each grade level, students are encouraged to be active participants in their learning and to serve their community. In partnership with our families, our goal is to educate the whole child in accordance with the Catholic mission. Rooted in Catholic teaching with a respect for diversity, SHS gives students opportunities to grow in their faith and understand that God is present in their lives.
SHS strives to provide an inclusive, collaborative, and differentiated curriculum, instilling a strong faith foundation for our 200 students in preschool through eighth grade. Our school is large enough to provide a wide variety of programs, yet small enough that each student receives individual attention. The dedication of our highly educated and trained faculty members makes this possible. Our teachers collaborate to support interdisciplinary learning at each grade level in Spanish, physical education, art, music, and STEM. Grade-band teams work together to implement a rigorous and inclusive vertically aligned curriculum.
Beyond the classroom, we take a comprehensive approach in advancing students' social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth by providing a variety of service, learning, extracurricular, and athletic programs. As a result of this holistic approach, our graduates are faith-filled leaders equipped with 21st-century skills who are accepted at top-tier Chicago public and private high schools each year.
We invite you to join us for a school tour to see what SHS is all about. You may schedule a tour by emailing us at admissions@sthelenchicago.org.
Once again, thank you for exploring St. Helen School. I look forward to personally meeting you and your family soon!
Sincerely,
Courtney Pileggi
Principal
100th Anniversary Sponsors
St. Helen Catholic School sincerely thanks the following sponsors of our Centennial Celebration:
