ST. DENNIS SCHOOL - A LASTING LEGACY
Many St. Dennis School alumni have chosen St. Dennis School for their own children. This is testimony to the positive experience enjoyed by alumni, who want the same for their own children.
From two 1975 Graduates:
“What I learned at St. Dennis went way beyond academics, although the educational foundation I gained there was solid and I was very well-prepared for high school. But I also benefited greatly from a safe, nurturing environment and a value-based education rooted in my Catholic faith, and I am grateful my own children have that same opportunity today at St. Dennis School.”
"First and foremost, our decision was based on the high quality educational philosophies that St. Dennis School has to offer, designed to meet the needs of each individual child. The spiritual influences and core Christian values instilled in my children on a daily basis is also a great benefit. St. Dennis fulfills my children's academic needs and also truly cares and nurtures my children. My parents made this choice for me and my four siblings, and I've made the same for my three children. We are blessed to have this choice!"
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About St. Dennis School
St. Dennis Catholic School is a fully accredited 4K-8 school located on Madison's East Side. St. Dennis offers students a challenging academic environment rooted in Christian values. From state-of-the art computer and science labs to foreign language and music classes, St. Dennis provides a stimulating and challenging learning environment with individualized attention.
The curriculum, while rooted in core academic subjects such as English, reading, science, math and social studies, also includes instruction in computer technology, art music, health, and physical education. Students attend religious education classes weekly and Catholic teachings are incorporated in other curricular areas throughout the day and at twice-monthly all-school masses. St. Dennis aligns its curriculum with the guidelines provided by the Archdiocese of Madison and is based on the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards.
Because of this solid academic and spiritual foundation, St. Dennis graduates leave our school well prepared to excel at many of the challenging public and private high schools in the area.
St. Dennis School Facts
- More than 260 students 4K through Eighth Grade
- Modern Computer and Science Labs
- Music Program and Opportunity for Participation in Band
- Spanish classes
- Full Sports Program for Grades 5-8
- Before/Afterschool Extended Day Program
- Full-Day Summer Program
- Scouting, Forensics
- Jubilee Choir for fourth and fifth grades
- Student Council
- Safety Patrol Program
- Inclusive School “Families," in which students are part of a family led by an eighth grade student and include students from other grades. These families meet twice per month and participate in a variety of activities together to build camaraderie.
- Active Home & School Association
We ask all families to abide by the following when joining the St. Dennis School family:
- We believe in and support the Catholic mission of St. Dennis School.
- We will be active participants in our children's education by being informed, supportive and offering our time and/or talents whenever possible.
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We will maintain communication between home and school.
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We will meet our financial obligations to the school, including tuition and fees.
Endowment and Donations
Have you considered a donation to St.Dennis School? Gifts given by alumni, parents and friends to be used for the school’s current needs are essential to St. Dennis School. Please help us achieve our goals for this year by making a gift today using the on-line giving button or through one or more of the methods noted below to show your support of St. Dennis School. Thank you for your generosity!
Did you know....
...It is estimated that the actual cost of educating a child at a Catholic parish elementary school was more than $4,000?
...That we depend on donations and fundraising for essential school needs and services?
...That YOU can make a difference?
How can you give to St. Dennis?
By Check
Make your check payable to St. Dennis School, and send to:
St. Dennis School
409 Dempsey Road
Madison, WI 53714
By Pledging a Gift
A pledge is a promise to make a specified payment within the annual fund calendar year (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010). Pledges can be made by mail, email or in person.
Corporate Matching Gifts Program
Corporate matching gifts provide a wonderful opportunity to double your contribution to St. Dennis. Please contact your company’s personnel office to find out about your company’s matching gift program. It is always necessary to secure the proper forms from your employer and submit them to St. Dennis in order for us to receive the matching gift.
Sponsor a Student Program
Contact Matt Beisser, Principal, at 246-5121 for more information.
Giving Trees
Ever wonder what teachers really need in their classrooms? Looking for that perfect teacher gift? Search no more! Simply refer to the Giving Trees located in the school cafeteria and hallways. There you will find a tree for every classroom! Each tree is filled with “apples” indicating wish list items. Simply pick an apple and purchase the item, then return to the school office. The trees will be up all year and new apples will be added as wish list items are fulfilled.