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Shrine Catholic Schools challenge our students to achieve excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, service to others and leadership, all while giving glory to God the Father and exemplifying the mission of Jesus Christ through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
At Shrine Catholic Grade School, we exemplify Christ through praying, learning, and growing together.
A family’s first encounter with Shrine Schools can be as part of our parent/tot class. We invite two year olds and their caregivers to join us in classes taught by our preschool director. These classes will be filled with delight and discovery. Your initial experience of Shrine School’s philosophy will begin here.
Our Early Childhood Center opened in the Fall of 2017. It is fully licensed by the State of Michigan. Our new state-of-the art facility allows us to offering programing for Parent/Tot, Preschool 3 and Preschool 4,.
Parent Tot Program
Must be 2 Years of Age
Options for Parent Tot class time are currently being evaluated based on space availibility within our school.
We believe for a child to meet their greatest potential, they need to feel important, accepted, and welcomed. In our Early Childhood Center, each child’s self esteem and emerging identity as God’s own child is affirmed. We believe that because each child grows at their independent pace, it is our job to teach them at their individual level of readiness. We build on the child’s own knowledge and questions through brainstorming, inquiring, classifying, and cooperating. All of this occurs through multi-sensory experiences while providing an atmosphere of playful learning and discovery at the same time!
The teachers and staff at Shrine Early Childhood Center understand that parental involvement is key to a child’s success in school. Frequent parent communication builds community and gives each child the greatest potential for success. As part of our communication, we are excited for our “daily wrap ups” at the end of each school day. This is a time for your child’s teacher to share with you all the activities your child participated in on any given day. The teachers will also share research-supported information backing up the daily curriculum.
For our evaluation tools, we use daily documentations, portfolios, and assessments. Parents will meet formally twice a year for conferences, yet an open communication will be ongoing throughout the year. We believe by providing students with these tools, they will be able to walk confidently from the preschool hallway into the grade school when their preschool experience has ended.
Our Early Childhood Center opened in the Fall of 2017. It is fully licensed by the State of Michigan. Our new state-of-the art facility allows us to offering programing for Parent/Tot, Preschool 3 and Preschool 4. We are able to accommodate children arriving as early as 7:00 a.m. and those that need to stay in our care until 6:00 p.m.
We offer typical preschool programming that begins at 8:00 a.m. and can end at 11:05 or 3:10, depending on the need. We also offer five day a week, three-day a week, and two-day a week options. Our class ratios are 1:9, which is aligned with the State of Michigan.
Our teachers are all certified educators and strive to educate the whole child using the Mother Goose Time curriculum. This theme-based program allows the teachers to meet each child’s needs. We also offer some enrichment programming that expands our music, science, Spanish and art curriculum.
Latchkey will be available for an additional fee for children within the Early Childhood Facility from 7:00 AM-8:00 AM and from 3:10-6:00 PM.
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00-11:05 AM
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8:00-11:05 AM
Monday-Friday: 8:00-11:05 AM
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8:00-11:05 AM
Monday-Friday: 8:00-11:05 AM
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Preschool applicants must be four for the 4 year old program and three for the 3 year old program by September 1.
The goal of Junior Kindergarten is to develop well-rounded students and, at all times, strive to provide our students with experiences that support self-worth and strategies for success. With this foundation, we expose our Junior Kindergarten students to the tools they will need to confidently enter kindergarten and continue their journey as lifelong learners and children of God.
Our Early Childhood Center opened in the Fall of 2017. It is fully licensed by the State of Michigan. Our new state-of-the art facility allows us to offering programing for Parent/Tot, Preschool 3, Preschool 4, and Junior Kindergarten. We are able to accommodate children arriving as early as 7:00 a.m. and those that need to stay in our care until 6:00 p.m.
We offer a five-day, full-time Junior Kindergarten program. Our class ratios are 1:9, which is aligned with the State of Michigan.
Our teachers are all certified educators and strive to educate the whole child using the Mother Goose Time curriculum. This theme-based program allows the teachers to meet each child’s needs. We also offer some enrichment programming that expands our music, science, Spanish and art curriculum.
Latchkey will be available for an additional fee for children within the Early Childhood Facility from 7:00 AM-8:00 AM and from 3:10-6:00 PM.
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM-3:10 PM
Junior Kindergarten applicants must have one year of Preschool 4 and be five by October 31.
Shrine Catholic Schools challenge our students to achieve excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, service to others and leadership, all while giving glory to God the Father and exemplifying the mission of Jesus Christ through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
At Shrine Catholic Grade School, we exemplify Christ through praying, learning, and growing together.
Sacramental prep, weekly all-school Masses, Living Stations of the Cross, Living Rosary, Reconciliation
75 iPads, 25 Chromebooks, 26 SMARTBoards (in all classrooms), 5 Clevertouch boards in Preschool Classrooms
Average class size with student body representing 29 parishes throughout Metro Detroit
16 extracurricular clubs/activities (e.g. Robotics, Music, STEM, Reading)
At Shrine Catholic Academy, we exemplify Christ, by reflecting, challenging and aspiring to become the middle school students and disciples we are called to be.
Sacraments, Yearly Retreats, National Conferences, Mission Trips and Weekly Mass
45 STEM courses including partnerships with Beaumont and Detroit Mercy
2 Computer Labs, 3D Printer & High School Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program
Link to schedule a Visit Day: Schedule a Visit Day
Call the Admissions Office today at (248) 549-2925 to schedule your student’s visit day.
Visit Day Information:
Shrine Catholic High School & Academy is excited to welcome students who are interested in learning more about our community through a visit day! During a Visit Day, students are paired with a current student with similar interests. Visitors will meet teachers, attend Mass (depending on visit date), tour our building and meet other students. While here, you will also learn about our House system, academics, athletics, fine and performing arts classes, extracurricular programs, and much, much more!
Shadow Day Details
- Plan to arrive at 7:45 a.m. on the day of your visit. Go to the Main Office, which is located in the front of the building. Enter the building through doors at the top of the steps in the front circle. Parking is available in the front circle.
- Pick up is at 2:45 p.m. in the Main Office. (Additional options are available for drop off or pick up.)
- Shadow Day registration must be received by the admissions office at least one week prior requested date.
- Visitors will be student host for the day and will attend classes and lunch with the ambassador.
- A complimentary lunch will be provided for visitors. Our lunch menu is posted weekly on our website under announcements. Shrine has a hot entree each day as well as a la carte grill items and pizza and salad bar. Students are also welcome to bring a lunch if they prefer. Please make Admissions Office aware of any allergies.
- We ask for appropriate dress for your visit—no jeans, sweats or sneakers. A nice pair of pants or a skirt is fine with an appropriate shirt. If you wear a uniform to your school now, it is not necessary to wear it on the day of your visit.
- It is always a good idea to bring a book with you in the event your host is scheduled for a test or a quiz during your visit day.
Shrine Catholic Schools challenge our students to achieve excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, service to others and leadership, all while giving glory to God the Father and exemplifying the mission of Jesus Christ through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
At Shrine Catholic High School, we exemplify Christ, by serving, succeeding, and leading through academics, athletics and the arts.
Click here to view "Measuring up to our mission" infographic.
PERSONALIZED ADMISSIONS TOURS
Our Admissions team remains available for in-person tours.
Please call 248-549-2925 to select a date and time that is convenient for your family.
Link to schedule a Visit Day: Schedule a Visit Day
Call the Admissions Office today at (248) 549-2925, ext. 2528 to schedule your student’s visit day.
Visit Day Information:
Shrine Catholic High School & Academy is excited to welcome students who are interested in learning more about our community through a visit day! During a Visit Day, students are paired with a current student with similar interests. Visitors will meet teachers, attend Mass (depending on visit date), tour our building and meet other students. While here, you will also learn about our academics, athletics, fine and performing arts classes, extracurricular programs, and much, much more!
Shadow Day Details
- Plan to arrive at 7:45 a.m. on the day of your visit. Go to the Main Office, which is located in the front of the building. Enter the building through doors at the top of the steps in the front circle. Parking is available in the front circle.
- Pick up is at 2:45 p.m. in the Main Office. (Additional options are available for drop off or pick up.)
- Shadow Day registration must be received by the admissions office at least one week prior requested date.
- Visitors will be student host for the day and will attend classes and lunch with the ambassador.
- A complimentary lunch will be provided for visitors. Our lunch menu is posted weekly on our website under announcements. Shrine has a hot entree each day as well as a la carte grill items and pizza and salad bar. Students are also welcome to bring a lunch if they prefer. Please make Admissions Office aware of any allergies.
- We ask for appropriate dress for your visit—no jeans, sweats or sneakers. A nice pair of pants or a skirt is fine with an appropriate shirt. If you wear a uniform to your school now, it is not necessary to wear it on the day of your visit.
- It is always a good idea to bring a book with you in the event your host is scheduled for a test or a quiz during your visit day.
Shrine Catholic Schools offers tuition assistance based on need for Kindergarten – Grade 12. Our generous alumni, donors, and friends make it possible for us to help families with the sacrifice of Catholic education. Families must apply for tuition assistance through the FACTS Management Grant & Aid Form.
To apply for Shrine Tuition Assistance, log in to your current FACTS account (found at this link: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4HLCM). If you do not have a FACTS account, you can create a new one. Once logged into the system, a box with FACTS Grant & Aid is on the right hand side of the screen with a “Start Application” button. The application must be completed online and the fee is $30.00. Documentation can be uploaded while completing the application. Tuition assistance awards will be communicated within three weeks following the above deadlines. The FACTS Grant & Aid Form requires the following information:
Copies of your most recent Federal tax forms including all supporting tax schedules
Copies of your most recent W-2 forms for both you and your spouse (if applicable)
Copies of supporting documentation for Social Security Income, Welfare, Child Support, Food Stamps, Workers’ Compensation and TANF (if applicable)
Archdiocesan grants are available for Catholic families who are members of a Catholic parish within the Archdiocese of Detroit and have a demonstrated financial need. The qualifying child must be entering Kindergarten – Grade 12 at a Catholic elementary or high school within the Archdiocese. Families must apply for financial aid through the FACTS Management Grant & Aid Form.
Parent Information Letter 2022-2023
Pastor Signature Form
To apply for Archdiocese of Detroit Tuition Grants, log into your FACTS account or create a FACTS account (found at this link: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4HLCM). Once logged into the system, a box with FACTS Grant & Aid is on the right hand side of the screen with a “Start Application” button. The application must be completed online and the fee is $30.00. Documentation can be uploaded while completing the application.
The FACTS Grant & Aid Form requires the following information:
PLEASE NOTE: For families that belong to a Catholic parish, the application needs only be filled out once to be considered for both Shrine Tuition Assistance and the Archdiocese of Detroit Tuition Grant, provided the information is submitted and completed by the deadline.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are applying for the Archdiocese of Detroit Tuition Grant, please include the Pastor Signature Form.
SCRIP offers families tuition reduction by purchasing gift certificates through Shrine Catholic Schools to shop at area grocery and retail stores and restaurants. The discounted amount of the gift certificate is passed on to each individual family and applied to your child’s tuition.
REGISTRATION PROCESS:
1) Contact the SCRIP Coordinator, Chestra Peaslee, at [email protected] for the enrollment code before you begin the registration process.
2) Click on www.shopwithscrip.com to begin the registration process
3) Follow the steps and provide an email address, password, account information (name, student name of your youngest child), etc.
4) The last step is to insert Shrine’s Enrollment Code given to you by the SCRIP coordinator.
5) After registering, click on My Account
6) Click on PRESTOPAY (located on the left hand side)
7) Fill in your bank account information (a small amount, i.e. 015 or less, will automatically be deducted from your bank account)
8) Allow 3-5 days for processing – PRESTOPAY will deposit two small random amounts of money into your account
9) As soon as you see the deposits in your account, make a note of the amounts. Return to www.shopwithscrip.comto verify the set up of your PrestoPay account.
10) You will be given an approval code and you will email or forward this on to Chestra Peaslee to complete the registration process to begin ordering online.
Ordering is simple! A listing will come up by category and you may either view all or select by the alphabetical listing at the top. Click on the retailer, put in the quantity, click add to cart and proceed to checkout. All online orders must be placed by 9:00 a.m. on Mondays. You can also create a list of gift cards you purchase frequently by adding them to your Favorites.
Last, the SCRIP program automatically deducted approximately 1 percent from the order to run the program. This percent will now be taken at every payout instead of with every order. ShopwithSCRIP earning percentages can also be higher as random shopping bonuses may occur.
Please contact SCRIP Coordinator, Chestra Peaslee, at [email protected]
Frank & Mary Ward Memorial Scholarship
Through very generous donations from the Ward family and the National Shrine of the Little Flower Council #12408, Knights of Columbus, we are pleased to offer two scholarships to new and returning Academy students. Please note: financial need is considered for these scholarships. Parent(s) must also complete the FACTS Grant & Aid forms to be considered.
Frank & Mary Ward Scholarship Application
Applications should be turned into the Academy & HS Admissions Office.
Click here for Freshman Class of 2027 Scholarship Opportunities (PDF)
Scholarship Opportunities (updated February 2023) - Grades 9-12 for 2023-2024 School Year
Thomas Kirkwood Honorary Scholarship
$6,000 merit scholarship awarded to any student who scores in the 95th-99th percentile (composite) on the High School Placement Test. This award is distributed over the course of four years provided a student maintains a 3.2 cumulative GPA.
Fr. Edward J. Prus Honorary Scholarship
$4,000 merit scholarship awarded to any student who scores in the 90th-94th percentile (composite) on the High School Placement Test. This award is distributed over the course of four years provided a student maintains a 3.2 cumulative GPA. This scholarship is named for our former pastor who served our parish for 12 years. He continues to impact the Shrine community by providing us with an example of Christian leadership. His gentle manner and unassuming way endear him to all he meets.
Shrine Catholic High School Alumni Scholarship
$3,000 merit scholarship awarded to any student who scores in the 85th-89th percentile (composite) on the High School Placement Test. This award is distributed over the course of four years provided a student maintains a 3.2 cumulative GPA. This scholarship celebrates the over 9,000 graduates who continue to support the mission of their alma mater.
Shrine Education Fund Merit Scholarship
$2,250 merit scholarship awarded to any student who scores in the 85th-89th percentile (composite) on the High School Placement Test. This award is distributed over the course of four years provided a student maintains a 3.2 cumulative GPA. This scholarship is in honor of the alumni parents, friends and donors to Shrine who help further our mission of providing a Catholic education to our students.
Merit Scholarship Requirements
Candidates must list Shrine Catholic High School as a first or second choice on the High School Placement Test (HSPT). The HSPT must be taken November 19th, December 3rd, January 7th and February 4th.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Shrine Catholic High School Dads’ Club Leadership Scholarship
Any student applying to Shrine Catholic who exhibits leadership, character excellence, and receives a recommendation from a Shrine school official (teacher, coach, moderator, administrator, etc.) may qualify for a leadership award. Students must be nominated for this award and fill out an application to Shrine Catholic High School. This scholarship is not solely based on academics, or on financial need. The scholarship is based on a student’s ability to achieve his or her “personal best” in a variety of ways. APPLICATION: Any student who completes and submits an Application for Admission and has a letter of recommendation submitted on their behalf will be considered for this scholarship opportunity.
David Macker Memorial Scholarship
This is a High School Dads’ Club Leadership Scholarship “For the Kids!” Any student applying to Shrine Catholic is eligible to receive the scholarship. It is awarded to the kid with traits that Mr. Macker modeled: leadership, motivation of fellow students, excellence in character, as well as a genuine concern for the overall well-being of their peers. Students must be nominated for this award by a Shrine school official (teacher, coach, moderator, administrator, security officer, etc.) and fill out a Shrine Catholic High School application to qualify for the David Macker Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is not solely based on academics, or financial need. This scholarship is for a student demonstrating the ability to motivate and encourage fellow students to reach their “personal best”, through leadership by example. APPLICATION: Any student who completes and submits an Application for Admission and has a letter of recommendation submitted on their behalf will be considered for this scholarship opportunity.
Hall of Fame Scholarship The Hall of Fame Scholarship was created by the Shrine Catholic High School Hall of Fame Committee to reward students who are balancing their academics with extracurricular involvement. Students who receive this award will demonstrate leadership qualities that reflect Shrine Catholic High School values. The scholarship may be renewable annually (up to four years) provided the student is enrolled and in good standing at Shrine Catholic High School. APPLICATION: Any student who completes an Application for Admission and has a letter of recommendation submitted on their behalf will be considered for this scholarship opportunity.
Southeastern Oakland Vicariate Partner Schools and Parish Leadership Scholarship
Shrine Catholic High School, in memory of Steve Doman ’79, announces a leadership scholarship for a student applying to Shrine from a Catholic school or parish in the Southeastern Vicariate. The scholarship is available to any student applying to Shrine Catholic High School who exhibits outstanding leadership and leadership qualities, is of high character and by his / her actions lives the Catholic life. Several scholarships are available. APPLICATION: Any student who completes an Application for Admission and has a letter of recommendation submitted on their behalf will be considered for this scholarship opportunity.
Catholic Partner Schools Leadership Scholarship in memory of Steve Doman ‘79
Shrine Catholic High School is offering a leadership scholarship for a student applying from several partner parishes and schools. Eligible incoming freshman from Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish & School, St. Mary’s Royal Oak Parish & School and Holy Name Catholic School & Parish in the Southeastern Vicariate are eligible. The scholarship is available to any student applying to Shrine Catholic High School who exhibits outstanding leadership and leadership qualities, is of high character and by his/her actions lives the Catholic life. One scholarship for each of these partner schools/parishes is available. APPLICATION: Any student who completes an Application for Admission and has a letter of recommendation submitted on their behalf will be considered for this scholarship opportunity.
Shrine Catholic High School Fine Arts Scholarship
Incoming freshmen are encouraged to apply for this scholarship using four pieces of their original art (any medium). The scholarship award totals $1000 for incoming freshman year only.
Shrine Catholic High School Performing Arts Scholarship
Incoming freshman wishing to audition with a vocal, dance, or band performance can compete for a scholarship award totaling $1000 for incoming freshman year only.
J. Patrick Dineen ’85 Memorial Scholarship
The mission of this scholarship project is three-fold. To remember and honor Patrick Dineen, to assist a student with a demonstrated financial need, and to promote the values of Catholic Education. Selection criteria includes: demonstrated financial need, academic performance and leadership and community service.
The Larry McNish Memorial Scholarship
The McNish Family Foundation honors the memory of Larry McNish and all he stood for throughout his life by establishing this scholarship. It is the family’s hope to help a young man or woman to have access to the wonderful faith filled education that Shrine Catholic High School offers its students. In turn, the McNish Family hopes to inspire this student to “achieve academic excellence, social, physical, artistic and servant leadership potential and embrace the Gospel of Jesus Christ in order to make a difference in the world,” just like Larry McNish. Larry McNish was a kind, generous and loving person. At the core of his life were his family, friends, and faith. He understood what it meant to truly care and to truly be a friend. In keeping with the teachings of his parish’s patron saint, Therese of Liesieux, Larry did many little things that ultimately had a big impact. If someone needed him, there was never a questions, he was there to help. Selection criteria includes: demonstrated financial need, community service, academic standing, involvement in community.
Senior Challenge Award
The graduating Class of 2023 would like to award one or multiple members of the Class of 2024 with a scholarship that will serve to recognize hard working and involved students and promote the values of leadership and service within Shrine High School. The 2023 graduates understand the time and commitment that is required during senior year in order to apply to colleges, maintain good grades, and stay involved in all that goes on around the school. This scholarship is intended to ease the burden of application and other senior year fees by reducing tuition costs at Shrine. The student(s) awarded this scholarship must be in good academic standing and exemplify leadership qualities within their class such as participation in service or extracurricular activities.
Connie Kramer Level ’61 Memorial Scholarship
The family of Connie Level Kramer honors the memory of Connie, her Shrine education and Catholic faith, by establishing this scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded with preference given to those exhibiting outstanding vocal ability and/or involvement with the yearbook as an extracurricular activity, Christian values, strong intellectual capability, strong work ethic and personal integrity. The scholarship is funded by Leon J. Level, in loving memory of his wife Connie Kramer Level ’61.
James Harbour Memorial Scholarship
James Harbour was an automotive executive, holding many different senior positions in manufacturing, accounting and finance over 30 years. He retired from Chrysler in 1980 and started his own manufacturing consulting business, where he became known for leading the charge to improve labor productivity in the automotive OEM manufacturing plants. In 1981, he published The Harbour Report, which quickly became the industry scorecard for efficiency in automotive OEM manufacturing operations and challenged the industry to improve. Many in the industry have stated that he single handedly changed automotive manufacturing. Jim lead Harbour & Associates, Inc. until 1999 when he formally retired. Jim and his wife Dolores were the proud parents of eight children and ten grandchildren, many who attended and graduated from Shrine Catholic Schools. In creating this scholarship in their dad’s memory, the Harbour family looks to recognize a student with a demonstrated interested in the S.T.E.M. field. Families must complete FACTS Grant & Aid forms to be considered.
P.E.A.C.E. CYO Scholarship – Archdiocese of Detroit
Link to Application: P.E.A.C.E. Fund Application
The Catholic Youth Organization will award the P.E.A.C.E. Scholarship Fund to a student(s) prior to the Fall of their freshmen year. An award committee will select the student recipient(s). Winner(s) will be notified of the decision. To apply for this one-time award, you must meet the following criteria:
1. Must be an Eighth Grader attending a Catholic School -or- Active Parish member
2. Must have 3.2 GPA minimum
3. Must have participated in at least TWO school/parish educational activities outside of the regular curriculum. (Must be on an Approved List)
4. Must be accepted/enrolled in Catholic High School in the Archdiocese of Detroit/Lansing.
5. Apply by completing an application form and writing an essay.
The deadline for entries is May 1st.
ACA High School Scholarship Program
Now accepting applications: This is the 37th year that the Association of Chinese Americans (ACA) is offering this program to local high school students. To learn more and apply please follow this link: https://acadetroit.org/en/scholarship