Dear Prospective Students and Parents, Peace of Christ!
On behalf of our entire faculty and staff, I welcome you and express our gratitude that you are considering our community.
By joining our community, you will become part of a very long tradition of education offered by the Society of Jesus. When the Jesuits opened their first school in Messina, Italy, in 1548, they revolutionized the educational model by combining the two educational systems of the time: the medieval university model, where students studied law, science, math, philosophy and theology and the Renaissance humanistic academy, which focused on Greek and Latin poetry, drama, oratory and history. St. Ignatius of Loyola saw the apostolic value of forming young people to be leaders in the Church and the world. And so, this illustrious educational tradition was born.
And now, over 470 years later, the Jesuit tradition continues in schools around the globe. At St. Paul’s High School, young men are formed to be Men for Others through the enriched and challenging academic program, the engaging and intensive religious formation, and the great variety of athletic, artistic and intellectual activities. This commitment to a total formation of mind, body, and spirit is a trademark of a Jesuit education.
Parents, by pursuing admission for your son, you are expressing your desire that he be formed according to these values and perspectives and according to this tradition. Understand that this will require your support and participation in the educative process of the school.
Candidates, by participating in this application process, you indicate your willingness to make your best efforts to grow, learn, and shape yourself according to these values and perspectives within the Jesuit tradition.
For our part, we commit ourselves to give you our best. If you successfully gain admission to the school, we assure you that you will have every opportunity to succeed and develop yourself fully into the adult God calls you to be.
I wish you every grace and blessing in His name.
Sincerely,
Kevin Booth ‘78 President, St. Paul’s High School
Dear Prospective Family,
Thank you for considering St. Paul’s High School for your son
Enclosed you’ll find information about our school, the programs offered, and how to start your online application – all geared to help you make this important decision in your educational journey. After reading this material, we are confident you will begin to understand the type of educational experience and formation your son will receive, should he become a St. Paul’s student.
At its core, St. Paul’s High School is committed to excellence in education. St. Paul’s graduates leave high school prepared for success in their post-secondary studies, leadership in the community, and ultimately, true success and fulfillment in life.
At St. Paul’s, we’re committed to forming “Men for Others,” and by doing so, we offer a wide array of learning opportunities that encourage growth in mind, body and spirit.
There are many ways in which you can learn more about the school, including shadowing a student for the day, attending our Open House & Information Evening in January, reading the admissions viewbook, and by visiting our website; www.stpauls.mb.ca/admissions, where you will find more information about these activities. Applicants are strongly encouraged to engage in the above activities as part of the admissions process.
As you learn about St. Paul’s High School, you’ll discover that our school is truly unique - where students of diverse backgrounds, interests, and experiences thrive in a supportive, nurturing, and empowering environment.
Our goal in the Admissions Office is to provide you with as much information as possible so that you can discover why St. Paul’s may be the right place for your son. We look forward to meeting you and working with you during the application process. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact the Admissions Office at (204) 831-2327 or email admissions@stpauls.mb.ca. Personal campus tours are also available upon request.
Whether you’re a prospective student, parent, or friend, we hope that you feel welcome in our close-knit community of students, parents, faculty, Jesuits, and alumni.
Once more, thank you for your interest in St. Paul’s High School – I look forward to meeting you soon!
Julie Paterson,
Admissions Coordinator jpaterson@stpauls.mb.ca
| (204) 831-2327
