The Parish School of Religion is our religious formation program that provides catechetical instruction to children and youth who attend public school, so that young people can grow in intimacy with Jesus, be knowledgeable about their faith, and integrate the teachings of the Gospel into their lives with a sense of purpose and value. It also prepares young people for the reception of the first sacraments: Reconciliation, Holy Communion, and Confirmation. The PSR program requires registration and regular attendance.
2026-2027 Class Information:
Class Dates
Starting September 2, 2026
We will have class on all Wednesdays Girard USD 248 is in session. If there is a half day of school or school is canceled (planned or because of the weather) we won't have class either. Students are welcome to join in class at anytime in the year.
Sacramental Years
1st Reconciliation: 2nd Grade
1st Holy Communion: 2nd Grade
Confirmation: 5th and 6th Grade
Grades 1-4:
We will have elementary students meet in the school cafeteria at release time on Wednesdays and we will walk over to the hall together. When we first get to the Hall we allow them to have some free play time, wash hands, eat a snack, and have class. Students will be released at 3:30pm. Please remember to park in the row closest to the Hall or come to the door to walk your student to the car. I will not allow elementary students to walk through the parking lot.
*Teachers:
1st-Mary Twarog, 2nd-Kristen Graham, 3rd-Jeremiah Walsh,
4th-Savanna Ashmore
1st-Mary Twarog, 2nd-Kristen Graham, 3rd-Jeremiah Walsh,
4th-Savanna Ashmore
Middle School and High School:
5th and 6th Grade- This year is our Confirmation year for 5th grade and 6th grade students. This means that one of these classes has to switch class time. This year we decided to host this class during the evening (older kids) class time from 7-8pm. Students and parents are welcome to join. us at Wednesday night Mass at 6:30pm before class.
Grades 7-12 will have class from 7-8pm on Wednesday nights. Students, and their families, are encouraged to attend 6:30pm Mass! We hope to have a great group of students, families, and parishioners join us in celebrating the Eucharist. It's a great opportunity to "recharge" mid-way through the week. We will be asking students to serve, read, and provide music for this weekly Mass time.
Our evening class starts with a communal snack and prayer then splits into separate classes for the remaining time. We do occasionally ask if families can send a few snacks since this group of kids can go through a lot of snacks.
*Teachers:
5th/6th (Confirmation)-Savanna Ashmore, 7th- Jeanene Walsh, 8th- Bailey Guy
HighSchool and CYM- Jeremiah Walsh (and guests)
5th/6th (Confirmation)-Savanna Ashmore, 7th- Jeanene Walsh, 8th- Bailey Guy
HighSchool and CYM- Jeremiah Walsh (and guests)
Once a month the High School will take a break from class to participate in CYM (Catholic Youth Ministry.)
Contact our Director of Religious Education, Kristen Graham This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 620-875-6133