Education

What Are  Catholic Metro Schools?

  • Catholic schools easily accessible to local military bases and installations—the Pentagon, Ft. Myer, Richardson Hall.
  • Nearby to the area's largest public and private employers—DOD, State Department, DEA, NSF, Virginia Hospital Center, Verizon, TSA, SAIC, Marriott International, EPA.
  • Characterized by student bodies of highly diverse race, ethnicity, language, and country of origin.
  • Open to students regardless of parish or faith community.
  • Safe, welcoming environments for all students.
  • School communities where caring for others comes first.
  • Specialize in individual student attention.
  • Provide before and after-care programs
  • Accommodate mid-year transfers—perfect for military families moving into the area.
  • Support the Military Child Education Coalition’s guiding principles.
  • Provide need-based financial aid.