Ascension Honored as 2019 National Blue Ribbon School
Fastest growing Catholic elementary school in the Archdiocese of Louisville honored for first time since the school’s inception 54 years ago
LOUISVILLE, Ky, Sept. 26, 2019 – Ascension today announced that the U.S. Department of Education has named the school a National Blue Ribbon School for 2019. This national honor is the first received since Ascension opened its doors in 1965. Adding to the accolade is the understanding that less than one-third percent of all public and private schools achieve this honor each year.
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program is the highest honor any public or private elementary, middle, or high school can achieve in the United States. Since its kickoff in 1982, more than 8,500 schools have been awarded the honor.
The Department recognizes all schools in one of two performance categories, based on a compilation of student scores, student subgroup scores, and graduation rates. Ascension was named an Exemplary High Performing Schools.
Some highlights of Ascension school include:
- Offering 1:1 iPads to all students in grades K-8
- The only Catholic Elementary school in Louisville, Ky with the entire faculty being trained in Project Based Learning
- STEM-focused, with the opening of a Robotic & Technology Lab
- Departmentalized classes (faculty teaching their strongest subjects) in grades 2-8
- Small class sizes, offering an individualized learning approach
“As the fastest growing Catholic elementary school in Louisville, it’s an honor to win this prestigious award. We’ve seen our enrollment growth spike due to a commitment, as a team to adapting within a rapidly changing digital world. This is truly a testament to our outstanding and dedicated faculty, parents and community,” said Ascension Principal Terrence Mullaney.
In November, members from Ascension will attend an awards recognition ceremony in Washington, D.C. where all 2019 Blue Ribbon Schools will be honored.
Parents interested in enrolling their children at Ascension School can contact the school’s main office at (502) 451-2535 to setup a private tour or stop by the school’s upcoming Open House on October 29, 2019 at 4600 Lynbrook Drive, Louisville, Ky, 40220, anytime between 9am – 6pm.
About Ascension School
Ascension is a Catholic elementary school, located in Louisville, Kentucky, that is a vital ministry of the Church of the Ascension. Its community presence affords parents the opportunity to choose a school which supports family efforts in the religious formation of their children, supports their faith perspective of Catholic values and ideals, and at the same time provides a quality academic education in a caring and disciplined environment. While primarily serving the Catholic community, Ascension School embraces students from families of other faiths who value a quality Christian education. Applications now being accepted. For more information, please visit www.ascension-parish.com/school/.
MEDIA INQUIRES CONTACT:
Amber Mullaney
(502) 689-0249
