Cardinal Pacelli School
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Kimberly A. Roy
Cardinal Pacelli invites families and children to experience an exceptional grade school education. At “Pacelli,” as generations of parishioners, alumni, and others have known us, you will join an active Catholic parish where learning, working, playing, and praying unite us in a common goal: the formation of strong faith values balanced by the academic achievement you expect from a National Blue Ribbon School.
Cardinal Pacelli invites families and children to experience an exceptional grade school education. At “Pacelli,” as generations of parishioners, alumni, and others have known us, you will join an active Catholic parish where learning, working, playing, and praying unite us in a common goal: the formation of strong faith values balanced by the academic achievement you expect from a National Blue Ribbon School.
Highlights
● Superior facilities in an appealing neighborhood setting. Spacious parish center, newly renovated school offices, and addition of kindergarten rooms, library, and science room.
● Integrated technology including, laptop carts, new computer lab, and classrooms equipped with Whiteboards, SMART Boards, document cameras, projectors, and digital microscopes
● Robust Parent-Teacher Organization. 97% of families volunteer through PTO sponsored events.
● Vibrant arts curriculum, including artist-in-residence program, choir and band, and drama club
● Student lead community service projects including Christmas Kindness and our Twinning program with the Diocese of Obuasi in Ghana, West Africa.
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Since day one, Cardinal Pacelli School has reflected a deeply Christian attitude toward all those who study at, work for, and support the school. The Catholic underpinnings of the academic and religious programs at CPS greatly support the faith and values we have tried to instill in our children at home. Perhaps most importantly, CPS and Our Lord Christ the King provided our family with a true sense of community.
Our children had a great experience at Cardinal Pacelli School. The curriculum and teachers were exactly what we were looking for to prepare our kids as students and young men to excel as they continue their education. As parents, we felt that our kids were surrounded by other students that had the focus on their education and their futures. Both our children participated in athletics at the school and other activities. After reaching sixth grade, parents are no longer coaches of the athletics teams, which is a plus. Another important aspect that Pacelli brings, is the building of the Catholic faith during school and outside of school. Because of the combination of everything mentioned above, our oldest son, Tommy, received three scholarship offers from local private schools. We would definitely recommend Cardinal Pacelli School as a school where students receive a great education at a fair price.
Kevin Harrington entrepreneur and inventor of the Infomercial, Cardinal Pacelli ’70. Kevin caught the entrepreneurial bug early on, owning and operating several successful businesses by the time he was in his early twenties. Kevin’s dad, Charlie, owned the Mt. Lookout Tavern, a popular East Side pub, where Kevin first learned about hard work and business management.
Julie Isphording former Olympian, author, talk show host, public speaker, Cardinal Pacelli ’76. Julie, a notable long-distance runner, was a member of the 1984 Women’s Olympic Marathon team. She has competed in numerous marathons, including the New York City and Boston Marathons, and she won the prestigious Los Angeles Marathon.
Jamie Schwendeman, schwendeman_a@cardinalpacelli.org
Cardinal Pacelli School, the Catholic elementary school of Our Lord Christ the King Church in Mt. Lookout, Cincinnati, offers a balanced approach to education based on the intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of each child. Students learn within a thriving parish community where small classes, Blue Ribbon academics, Christian values, and an atmosphere of nurturing provide a solid foundation for future success. The quality of Pacelli’s educational programs are the result of a commitment to excellence. We are pleased to offer Spanish in grades K-8, integrated technology, a test preparation class for 8th graders, and numerous opportunities for service-learning projects, such as our twinning relationship with St. Anthony’s parish in Ghana.
2008 National Blue Ribbon School
Enrollment: 410, Grades Preschool - 8
Average Class Size: 22
School Hours:
Grades K-8............................7:50 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Half-day Kindergarten............until 11:50 a.m.
Pre-K..................................... 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
3-4 Pre-K................................12:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m.
After School Care...................until 6:00 p.m.
Uniforms: Yes
Accreditation: Ohio Catholic School Accrediting Association
Assessment: Iowa Test
Geographic Orientation: 88% of students live in Hyde Park, Mt. Lookout, Mt. Washington, Anderson
Graduates Attend: St. Ursula, St. Xavier, Moeller, Ursuline, McNicholas, Purcell Marian, Summit, Walnut Hills
The parish of Our Lord Christ the King was established in November, 1926, with 132 Catholic families living within the parish boundaries. The letter authorizing Fr. Edward J. Quinn to form the parish coincided with the celebration of the first feast of Christ the King established by Pope Pius XI. Therefore, this was the first parish ever to be dedicated to Our Lord under the title of “King.”
The first mass was said on December 5, 1926, in the Lin-Del building at 3200 Linwood Road. In September, 1927, a 4-room school building was built and opened with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in charge. Enrollment was initially 108 students, but by 1936 it was 202 students and a larger school building was planned.
On October 31, 1937, Eugenio Cardinal Pacelli, secretary of State to His Holiness Pope Pius XI, and a personal friend of the pastor, blessed the cornerstone for the new school. To honor the visit of the Cardinal, the new building was named The Cardinal Pacelli School. Cardinal Pacelli was elected pope on March 2, 1938, and took the name of Pope Pius XII.
In 1963, student enrollment was increasing and a second floor with eight classrooms and a principal’s office was added to the school building. In 1971 the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur found it necessary to end their relationship with the school due to declining vocations and pressing needs in other ministries.
Fr. Quinn retired due to ill health in August of 1965. He continued in residence until his death in September of 1966 after nearly 39 years as pastor. He was succeeded by Monsignor Edward J. Graham who was pastor until he retired in 1975. Fr. Francis G. Lammeier was then pastor until 1987. Fr. Gerald Haemmerle was pastor until 1997, when he was succeeded by Fr. Robert Obermeyer, our current pastor.
In 1993 the parish completed construction of its Parish Center which includes a gym, art room and meeting rooms. At that time the original school gym was remodeled into offices, a new school library and a computer lab. Since that time the gym has been remodeled adding a second floor, including a science room, Computer Lab, art room and library. The first floor of the old gym has been turned in to new school offices and kindergarten classrooms.
Cardinal Pacelli School is dedicated to creating a caring and nurturing environment, enabling it to provide the highest quality education for its students while cultivating the Catholic faith and upholding Christian values. Cardinal Pacelli School is committed to fostering the spiritual, academic, and emotional well-being of each student. Cardinal Pacelli School, with the support of parents, fosters the growth of each individual helping him or her to become a valuable member of the church and community.
Erin Maly teaches sixth, seventh, and eighth grade mathematics at Cardinal Pacelli School. This is Erin’s second year at Cardinal Pacelli and eleventh year teaching.
She is originally from the northwest suburbs of Chicago. She attended Miami University where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education. While at Miami, Erin played Rugby for the Redskins. She was a founding member, captain, and treasurer. After Miami, Erin moved back to Chicago where she taught for four years in Deerfield, Illinois. During this time Erin earned her Master’s Degree in Education from National Louis University. Upon getting engaged, she moved to Cincinnati and started a family. Erin is married and has two children.
Erin teaches Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and 8th grade Religion. Her experience, dedication and passion for teaching allow her to be an effective educator. She believes in reaching the needs of all students. Erin uses a variety of activities and assessment techniques and is always willing to help a student outside of class time.
Erin has spent her life traveling. Although she was born in Michigan, her family moved to Saudi Arabia when Erin was four due to her father’s career. While in Saudi Arabia, Erin traveled widely. She spent a lot of time traveling in Europe, some time in Asia, and even went on safari in Africa. During and after college, Erin went back to Europe and visited Australia. Needless to say, she is always up for an adventure! Erin enjoys biking with her family on the Loveland bike trail and cooking.
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Cardinal Pacelli School continues to grow! Classes for K-8 started August 20. Families were welcomed back with several events. Welcome Sunday included receptions, Q&A_s and uniform sales. Parents heard from our Principal, met teachers and learned about classroom volunteer opportunities during Back-to-School Nights.
This year, Cardinal Pacelli will further integrate technology into the daily curriculum. Over the summer, the Computer Lab was newly outfitted with 30 student workstations and an interactive white board. Additionally, 60 computers were added to the classrooms, Technology Carts bring laptops to the students, and 1 in 3 classrooms are equipped with whiteboards. The Technology Director works with teachers to bring innovative uses of technology into the classroom.
A new series of Math and Language Arts textbooks and classroom materials were added this year. These complement the school_s strategic focus on these academic areas. A robust Fine Arts program and Spanish for Grades K-8 are highlights of the school.
Kindergarten welcomed the first _graduating class_ from Pacelli_s Preschool program. In it_s second year, the program offers a morning Pre-K program for 4-5 year olds and an afternoon Preschool for 3-4 year olds. Preschool_s first day of school is September 8. Openings are still available.
Registrations are accepted year-round. Prospective families may tour anytime or attend our Open Houses on November 8 and January 31 from 10:30-1:30. A National Blue Ribbon School, Cardinal Pacelli School and its parish, Our Lord Christ the King Church, are located in Mt. Lookout. For more information contact the school at (513)321-1048 or www.cardinalpacelli.org.