Ave Maria School - Parker, CO

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  • Home
  • Angels Among Us
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Principal Welcome
    • Mission & History
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Our Catholic Faith
    • Covid Success Plan
    • Safety & Security
    • Calendars
    • Before and After Care
    • Hot Lunch Program
    • Employment
    • Ave Maria Church
  • Admissions
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Application Process
    • Admission Policy
    • What Families Are Saying
    • Why We Are Different
    • Transportation
    • Uniforms
    • FAQ
  • Academics
    • Curriculum
    • Library
    • Student Services
    • Test Scores
    • 2022-2023 Supply Lists
    • Summer Camps
    • Summer Resources
  • Preschool
    • About Preschool
    • Preschool Registration
    • Preschool Tuition
    • Preschool FAQ
  • Students
    • Spiritual Leadership Team
    • Activities & Clubs
    • Athletics >
      • Athletics Overview
      • 3rd-4th Grade Athletics
      • 5th-8th Grade Athletics
  • Support Us
    • Parent Groups
    • Volunteering
    • Fundraising
    • Secret Santa Shop
    • Boosters
    • SCRIP
  • Quicklinks
    • AMCS Spirit Wear
    • TeacherEase
    • Help Counter
    • Educational Outfitters
    • SCRIP
    • Wholesome Food Services
  • Contact Us
  • News
    • Flag Pole Ceremony
    • October Christian Citizens
    • November Christian Citizens
    • December/January Christian Citizens
    • February Christian Citizens
    • Dispelling Myths About Catholic Schools
    • What Coronavirus Taught Us Catholic Schools
    • AMCS Angel Corner

FAQ



Do you have a dress code?
Yes, please visit our Uniforms page for more information.

Are you on a traditional calendar?
Yes, students attend school from the beginning of August through the end of May.  Please refer to the Calendars page to view our current Calendar.

Is Ave Maria Catholic School accredited?
Yes, AMCS is accredited through NCEA/AdvancED, a renowned school evaluation organization and Certified as Catholic through the Catholic School endorsement of the Office of Total Catholic Education in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

Do you have a Hot Lunch Program?
Yes, we have partnered Wholesome Food Services and are pleased to bring a delicious and nutritious variety of great lunch choices from Red Robin, Noodles & Co., Firehouse Subs, Tokyo Joe's, Papa John's and Mici Handcrafted Italian. Visit our Hot Lunch page to learn more. 

Do you have before and after school care?
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Yes, Before and After Care​ begins at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 6:00 p.m. during regular school days.

What are the school hours?
7:55 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Do students attend Mass regularly?
Yes, students attend Mass Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays depending on varying grade levels. They also attend an all school Mass once a month corresponding with first Fridays and Holy Days of Obligation.

Is there a religious curriculum?
Yes, the religious curriculum is part of the daily school schedule for preschool the eighth grade.  Our Catholic Faith page provides more detail of our Catholic culture.

How long has the school been in existence?
The school opened September 2000.  Please refer to our Mission and History page to learn more.

Do you take CSAP tests like the public school system?
No, annually our students participate in the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS). Please refer to the Test Scores page to view our annual test results.

What is your class size?
The teacher student ratio is 1:14.  There is a maximum capacity of 24 students per class in Kindergarten and First grade with a Teacher and Instructional Assistant, 26 students per class in Second through Fifth grade, and 27 students per class in Sixth through Eighth grade. There are two classes per grade level.

How many students continue on to Catholic high school?
Typically, over 80% of our graduating classes are accepted and attend Catholic high school. 100% of students attend the High School of their choice with many receiving scholarships and other awards.
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Is there bus service?
Yes, there is limited bus service available at an additional cost. Please refer to the Transportation page for more information.
Ave Maria Catholic School
9056 E Parker Rd
Parker, CO 80138
p: 720-842-5400 
f: 720-842-5402
info@avemaria.school

Attendance Line:
720-842-5410
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