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Holy Family Catholic School

United States, Green Bay

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The school at a glance
Fees $1,995 - 6,300
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 198
Type Co-educational
Opened 1954
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP)
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 10
Strengths Languages, STEM, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Holy Family Catholic School is a PreK3–8 faith-based school on the Green Bay west side that belongs to the GRACE School System and participates in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for grades 6–8. The GRACE curriculum unifies standards across campuses while honoring Catholic faith and values in every subject. The school serves Spanish-speaking families with dual-language resources and offers Spanish classes in all grades K–8. Technology is integrated with Chromebooks for K–8 and interactive display boards in classrooms, and a campus library supports reading and research with a dedicated librarian. Academic life blends Catholic identity with strong academics, including project-based STEM through Project Lead the Way and iScience, along with reading and writing resources across K–8. Extras include mass, Eucharistic adoration, and a range of clubs, sports through Comet Athletics, and service projects. PK3–8 offerings include hands-on science, athletics, band and choir, and leadership opportunities through Student Council today.

The Essentials

Holy Family Catholic School has 198 pupils, typical class sizes of 10.

Location
Located on Green Bay's west side, Holy Family Catholic School sits adjacent to St. Agnes Parish and near Lambeau Field. It serves PK3 through 8th grade and is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) system.

Stages
PK3-8

Type
Private Catholic school

Additional learning support
GRACE provides Student Services with a dedicated Supportive Consultant to assist students with academic, behavioral, and social needs, including GRACE Student Service Plans. Reading intervention includes the Barton Reading and Spelling Program and Wilson Fundations, supplemented by JUST WORDS on some GRACE campuses. The Center for Advanced Academics (The Center) offers online coursework for high‑achieving GRACE students.

Country affiliation
United States

Religious affiliation
Catholic

Bus service
Bus service for Green Bay residents is arranged through the Green Bay Area Public School System and contracted to Lamers. New families must enroll each student for busing.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a Uniform Policy. This policy governs student dress and appearance.

Food Options
Lunch is available for students. A Lunch Menu is provided.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school serving Preschool through 8th grade (PreK-8) with open enrollment.
Fees

Annual tuition at Holy Family Catholic School ranges from USD 1,995 to USD 6,300 for 2026/27.

Enrollment / Application fees
- Enrollment fee: charged per family and nonrefundable. Early Enrollment Incentive rates for the 2026–27 academic year are: $50 during Catholic Schools Week through February 1, 2026; $100 for February 2–28, 2026; $150 beginning March 1, 2026.

Tuition fees (annual) and per-payment breakdowns
- Preschool (3- and 4-year-old program)
- Half days: 2 days — USD 1,995 per year; 3 days — USD 2,990 per year; 5 days — USD 4,975 per year.
- Full days: 2 days — USD 2,600 per year; 3 days — USD 3,890 per year; 5 days — USD 6,300 per year.

- Kindergarten–Grade 5 (K–5) — Standard annual tuition: USD 5,750. Active-parishioner tuition (Active Parishioner Incentive of USD 2,000 per student) — USD 3,750 per year.
- Per-payment examples (calculated by dividing the annual tuition by the selected payment count):
- 1 payment (July): Standard USD 5,750; Active-parishioner USD 3,750.
- 2 payments (July, December): Standard USD 2,875.00 each; Active-parishioner USD 1,875.00 each.
- 3 payments (July, November, March): Standard USD 1,916.67 each; Active-parishioner USD 1,250.00 each.
- 10 payments (July–April): Standard USD 575.00 each; Active-parishioner USD 375.00 each.

- Grades 6–8 — Standard annual tuition: USD 5,875. Active-parishioner tuition (USD 2,000 incentive) — USD 3,875 per year.
- Per-payment examples:
- 1 payment (July): Standard USD 5,875; Active-parishioner USD 3,875.
- 2 payments: Standard USD 2,937.50 each; Active-parishioner USD 1,937.50 each.
- 3 payments: Standard USD 1,958.33 each; Active-parishioner USD 1,291.67 each.
- 10 payments: Standard USD 587.50 each; Active-parishioner USD 387.50 each.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Families complete a tuition agreement during enrollment and must select a payment plan. Tuition may be paid in full or on a plan. For families paying in full, the full amount is due in July. For families on a payment plan, the first payment is due in July; available payment schedules are: 1 payment (July), 2 payments (July, December), 3 payments (July, November, March), or 10 payments (July–April).
- Payments may be made online via the TADS Billing Account. Acceptable payment methods in TADS include auto bank draft (ACH) and credit cards (American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard). The Riverside office also accepts cash, check, money order, or credit card.
- Convenience and late fees: TADS imposes a 3% convenience fee for credit card payments; there is no transactional fee for ACH. Late tuition payments incur a USD 40 invoice late payment fee.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school serves Preschool through Grade 8 as a day school; there are no boarding accommodations or boarding fees.

Other costs and recurring fees
- Activity and technology fees (non-tuition, per student): for K–5 — Activity USD 65 + Technology USD 35 = Total USD 100; for Grades 6–8 — Activity USD 70 + Technology USD 45 = Total USD 115. (9–12 amounts also listed on the system flyer but are not applicable to this school's PreK–8 configuration.)
- Family engagement and related buyout options (charges per family if chosen instead of participation): SCRIP commitment — families may participate to earn USD 200 in SCRIP profits or pay a USD 200 buyout; Volunteer hours — families may volunteer 10 hours or pay a USD 500 buyout; Fundraising commitment — participate or pay a USD 100 buyout. Unfulfilled commitments are billed and must be paid by the contract deadlines.
- Uniforms and uniform vendors: Kindergarten–Grade 8 students must wear the required uniform daily. Uniform items and regulation details are specified in the uniform policy; approved uniform vendors include Luers Group, Dennis Uniform, and Petals (Petals Gift Shop). Families purchase required uniform items directly from vendors.

Refund information
- The enrollment fee is nonrefundable. SCRIP credits or earnings are administered according to the enrollment agreement; the enrollment contract states that refunds are not provided to families who do not return to the GRACE system and that unfulfilled fundraising or engagement obligations will be invoiced. Families are responsible for settlement of billed obligations by the specified deadlines.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)
- Online via TADS Billing Account using ACH (auto bank draft) or credit card (American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard). ACH payments have no TADS transactional fee; credit card payments incur a 3% convenience fee through TADS. The Riverside office accepts cash, check, money order, and credit card payments.
Academics

Holy Family Catholic School teaches IB (MYP).

Curriculum
GRACE curriculum follows Green Bay Diocesan standards and is grounded in Catholic faith and values across all subjects, with a unified program across GRACE schools intended to maintain high academic rigor while meeting individual student needs. Spanish-speaking students are supported through dual-language programs and resources to encourage bilingual learning. Technology is integrated with Chromebooks for K-8 and interactive display boards in classrooms. GRACE uses defined curriculum resources including Wilson FUNdations Phonics (K-3), Lucy Calkins Writing (K-5), Houghton Mifflin Into Math (K-8), Fountas & Pinnell Reading (K-8), Voyages Reading (6-8), Christ Our Life Religion (K-8), Ascension Press Theology of the Body for Teens (Middle School Edition, 8), Glencoe Health (6-8), McGraw Hill Social Studies (K-3, 6-8), McGraw Hill Discovering Our Past: A History of the World (6), McGraw Hill Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States (7-8), Project Lead the Way: Launch (K-5), McGraw Hill iScience (6-8), Sophia Institute Spirit of Truth (K-8), and Zaner-Bloser The Superkids Reading Program (K-2, St. Thomas More). The Star Assessment is used to monitor student progress with alignment to Catholic values, and the GRACE libraries promote reading and Catholic identity.

Gifted and Talented
GRACE provides academic opportunities for students needing extra assistance and for students ready for a more challenging curriculum.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school cultivates the social and emotional development of every child as part of a holistic, faith-based education. This development occurs alongside spiritual and academic growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Spanish classes are offered in all grades (K-8).

Mental Wellbeing
Emotional development is supported as part of the school's holistic approach to student well-being.

Safeguarding
Safe Environment is part of GRACE Student Life, reflecting safeguarding provisions within the GRACE system.
Parent Experience

History
The school has a longstanding Catholic tradition dating to 1954. It is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It serves Preschool through 8th grade (PreK-8) with open enrollment. The school provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment that supports the spiritual and academic development of each student.

Community
Holy Family is Green Bay's west-side Catholic School. It seeks to connect with students, parents, and the broader faith community. Family involvement is encouraged through events and fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and organized parent groups such as Parent Organizations. The Site Advisory Council provides a channel for parent involvement in school decisions.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent Organizations function as the school's PTA, coordinating volunteers and events. They support fundraising through programs like SCRIP. Volunteer opportunities enable families to support school life. The Site Advisory Council provides a formal avenue for parent input to school governance. Staff and families collaborate through these groups to support student learning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Holy Family Catholic School serves Preschool through 8th grade (PK3-8) on a Green Bay west-side campus as part of the GRACE School System. The campus includes a gym used for athletics, including volleyball open gym for eighth graders in the Holy Family Gym. Lockers have been installed on the top floor to serve middle school students, with 75 lockers added. Technology updates are underway to improve safety and the online learning environment, supported by the Technology Services Team. Library Services are available to support reading and research, with a librarian dedicated to students.

Sports Facilities
Comet Athletics provides the school's athletic programs. The Holy Family Gym supports sports and gym activities. Volleyball open gym is available for eighth graders.

Academic Facilities
Holy Family provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment for PK3-8. Science instruction includes hands-on experimentation and design work as students begin each unit. Technology updates support learning and safety through the Technology Services Team. Library Services support reading and research through the campus library.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Volleyball open gym is available for middle school students. Penny Wars fundraising activities sponsor lambs and bring lamb visits to classrooms. Clubs and Activities are offered as part of Student Life. Librarian Spotlight highlights staff dedication to reading and learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme is offered for grades 6-8, enabling students to connect coursework to real-world contexts. GRACE unifies the curriculum across its schools and supports dual-language programs to meet diverse learner needs.

Arts & Creative
Band and choir are offered; Comet Clubs provide additional opportunities for creative and collaborative activities.

Cultural & Language
Spanish Classes are offered in all grades K-8.

Social & Hobbies
Comet Clubs for Grades 5-8 foster peer connections; student council, band and choir, and forensics provide leadership and social opportunities.

Community & Service
Community Service and service projects are integrated across grades; eighth grade students complete a self-created service project as a capstone to the IB programme.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council exists as a leadership opportunity. Parents participate through the Site Advisory Council, Home & School Association, and Booster Club.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Weekly Mass and Eucharistic Adoration and prayer services are part of school life; Mass servers support these activities. Athletics include Football, Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Track and Field, and Tennis.
Admissions

Admissions
1) New families apply for the 2026–27 academic year. All applications are submitted online through the GRACE enrollment management system, TADS. There is no application fee. After submission, applications undergo review, which may include an interview and the provision of additional information, and you will be contacted with next steps. 2) After submitting the application, follow the directions provided within the application; the review process is not immediate and may require an interview and further information. You will receive communications from the school outlining any additional requirements or steps. 3) Admission Review and Decision: All applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and the admission evaluation is not immediate. The final admission decision is communicated once the review is complete. 4) Enrollment: If accepted, an email from the school via TADS conveys formal acceptance and instructions to complete the online enrollment process. All enrollment steps must be completed to reserve the seat, and enrollment should be completed promptly (recommended within 48 hours of acceptance) as classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 5) Enrollment Steps (as part of the online process): Step 1 – Answer required enrollment questions for each child. Step 2 – Pay the enrollment fee (non-refundable per the enrollment fee schedule). Step 3 – Create a tuition agreement outlining tuition and payment terms. Step 4 – Set up a billing account and payment plan (plans begin July 1, 2026). Step 5 (optional) – Parish Verification to obtain the Active Parishioner Incentive and GRACE Financial Aid availability. Seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis; if a class is full, a wait list is established.

Scholarships
GRACE Financial Aid provides need-based support for K–12 students and is determined through an online application that assesses family financial need; the program is not strictly income-based. The online financial aid application for the 2026–27 year has a May 1, 2026 deadline; awards are applied as a credit to the tuition balance. The Wisconsin Parental Choice Program offers state aid for full tuition to designated preschool through seventh grade (and some grades beyond), with a spring open application period and required documentation. A Wisconsin tax deduction for private school tuition allows a subtraction from income, with a maximum deduction of $4,000 per child (K–8) or $10,000 per child (9–12). Scrip Tuition Reductions allow a percentage discount off tuition through a gift card program once school requirements are met. Parish Assistance provides additional funds from GRACE partner parishes and schools. Active Parishioner Incentive is available for verified members of GRACE-affiliated parishes after completing the Parish Verification Form by June 1, 2026.

Waitlist
Seats are filled on a first-come, first-served enrollment basis. If a class reaches capacity, a wait list will be established to offer openings as they arise.
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