Christ the Divine Teacher
Catholic Academy

Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy is one of seven Catholic Elementary Schools that are part of The Pittsburgh East Regional Catholic Elementary Schools (PERCES). Pittsburgh East Regional Catholic Elementary Schools teach the
authentic message of the Catholic Church. By enabling our students to grow in faith, academics and service, our mission is to provide a rigorous, safe, and disciplined educational experience for all students in PreK-8th grade. We encourage our diverse population of students to live as disciples of Christ, sharing their unique God-given gifts. Building upon over 150 years of excellence, we empower confident, compassionate, virtuous, well-rounded individuals who make a positive impact in our communities and in the Church.

• Parish, school, and community all play an integral role in the spiritual, sacramental and intellectual development of our students.

• The gospel message and the teachings of the Catholic Church are the foundation for educating our students.

• The education of students is to be Christ-centered and teach the authentic message of the Catholic Church so students will grow in the Catholic faith and be able to make sound moral decisions.

• Each child is a unique creation of God the Father, and the dignity, self-worth and individual abilities of each child are recognized.

• Students are to show respect for themselves and others an assume responsibility for their part in the educational process.

• Parents are viewed as partners in the educational process of their child, playing a vital role in student motivation, achievement, and expectations.

• Students are to model Christ and to serve others.

• Learning is a life-long process and we strive to instill this in our students.

• As Catholic Educators we are obligated to advise our students of the moral and ethical implications of innovative technology in an ever-changing world.

• Teachers are to be committed to living the Catholic faith.

• Our school community fosters a safe and positive learning environment.

• Our doors are open to children of all faiths and ethnicities.