Discovering their unique self through curiosity, passion, and creativity
Saint Gregory’s students never stop exploring. Our school embraces a tradition of personal excellence following an honor code that serves as a moral and ethical compass. Through a combination of opportunities, programs and events, we allow students to discover their unique self and how they fit in our community by tapping into their curiosity, passion, and creativity. Saint Gregory’s fosters a student-centered culture where success and joy are priority: from grade-level performances, to encouraging students to begin clubs, to celebrating a class achievement.
Saint Gregory’s School offers comprehensive physical education and athletics programs. Each grade has physical education class three times per week, where students engage in competitive games and receive sports instruction. Students also receive recess twice a day. Lower school and upper school students have the opportunity to participate in intramural and/or interscholastic teams. Students develop athletic skills, and they learn to respect their opponent and demonstrate good sportsmanship.
Interscholastic Soccer (Grades 5-8)
Cross Country (Grades 5-8)
Intramural Soccer ( Grades 1-5)
Lacrosse (Grades k-4)
Golf Club (Grades 5-8)
Interscholastic Basketball (Grades 3-8)
Intramural Basketball (Grades k-2)
Downhill Ski Club (Grades 5-8)
Lacrosse (Grades 1-6)
Running Club (Grades 1-4)
Interscholastic Track and Field (Grades 5-8)
Lacrosse (Grades 1-6)
Running Club (Grades 1-4)
Saint Gregory’s School is just as engaging after school as it is during the school day. We believe in providing opportunities for students to develop skills and interests outside the classroom. Our club offerings vary from year to year depending on students’ interests. In addition to clubs we have a variety of intramural and team sports available throughout the year.
Ski Club (Grades 5-8)
Running Club (Grades 1-4)
Band
Theater – Builders Club
Piano Lessons
Coding Club
Homework Club (Grades 5-8)
Performing Arts / Drama Club
Recent Productions: Singin’ in the Rain, Charlie Brown, Dr. Suess
Newspaper Club
Garden Club
Volleyball Club
Ski Club:
Chelsea Delaney – cdelaney@saintgregorysschool.org
Piano, Band & Theater:
Jeanine Ouderkirk – jouderkirk@saintgregorysschool.org
Arts, including visual art and music, are an intricate part of Saint Gregory’s curriculum. Our goal is to provide a setting that allows your student to unleash their creative sides, while strengthening their artistic skills.
The thought process, along with the themes and materials involved in making a piece of art varies at each developmental level and from project to project. The basic elements of art and the principles of design are discovered and put to use on a regular basis in the art studio.
Here at Saint Gregory’s, drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture are a few of the ways students express themselves. The wonderful process of looking, learning and creating is ongoing in the art room. Displays of artwork throughout our school celebrate the students’ creativity and reinforce the good work they have accomplished.
Art Teacher: Ms. Delaney – cdelaney@saintgregorysschool.org
In our music classes, students are provided with a hands-on musical experience that includes rhythm instruments for the youngest students, recorders in grade 3 through grade 6 and choir and English Bell Choir in the upper grades. We also offer individual instrument lessons and band practice for our older students. The students participate in concerts and programs throughout the year and are active and joyful participants in our monthly Mass.
Music Teacher: Jeanine Ouderkirk – jouderkirk@saintgregorysschool.org
Saint Gregory’s students develop leadership abilities that are guided by a strong social and moral conscience. All students (kindergarten through 8th grade) learn the value of sharing their abilities and donating their time for the betterment of others. Within the school, students in upper grades share their talents with younger students as reading buddies, peer tutors and classroom aides.
At Saint Gregory’s, students are actively involved in a range of community service projects designed to improve the welfare of others. Each year, the school holds a Thanksgiving Food Drive, with donations going to St. John’s/St. Anne’s Food Pantry. During Christmas, Saint Gregory’s adopts families in need, providing gifts to brighten their holiday season. In addition to these annual efforts, students participate in two to three other service projects throughout the year. Past examples include:
A cornerstone of this commitment to service is the Gregorian Knights Society, one of SGS’s foundational programs. This service-learning initiative encourages students to give back to both the school and the Capital Region through daily responsibilities and week-long projects. By taking on these roles, students develop a strong sense of responsibility, leadership, and compassion.
These community service experiences offer invaluable “teachable moments,” nurturing a lifelong spirit of generosity and civic responsibility.
Parents and alumni are also encouraged to support the school community by participating in events and joining the Parents’ Association. Additionally, many parents contribute their expertise to committees focused on marketing, development, curriculum, performing arts and athletics.
Volunteer opportunities at Saint Gregory’s are diverse and ever-evolving. If you would like to get involved, please contact the Head of School, Kathryn Helm, at (518)785-6621 or headmaster@saintgregorysschool.org.
Saint Gregory’s offers before school care beginning at 7:30 a.m. daily, except when designated. There is no charge for this program.
Saint Gregory’s offers an after school care program from 3:45 to 6:00 p.m. daily, except when designated.
Students in 3rd through 8th grade may attend Homework Club from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. on Monday through Thursday.
Either extended stay programs can be billed at $900 per semester or $15 per hour with a minimum daily charge of $15.
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