Student Life
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The Catholic Youth Organization/Camp Howard has been in existence in the Portland area since 1946. CYO is a religious organization centered and committed to the dignity and worth of all youth; promoting physical fitness, positive mental attitude and spiritual growth as elements important in developing the whole person. CYO athletics exist to provide opportunities for youth to participate in activities under conditions that are safe, enjoyable and promote Christian attitudes of fair play and cooperation; all eligible youth are given the opportunity to participate with no try-outs or "cuts".For additional information please visit the CYO website.
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At. St. Agatha Catholic School, all students are given the opportunity to perform in a yearly Christmas program.
Students in grades 3-8 are eligible to audition and perform in our spring musical.
Students in Kindergarten through eighth grade participate in performing arts classes taught by a specialist two times per week.
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The goal of St. Agatha Catholic School's art program is to provide all students with a variety of opportunities to experience art. Students will learn art history by focusing on master artists. All students will learn by using the basic elements of art: line, shape, form, texture, color and space. All students will experience art using a variety of mediums.
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All students are encouraged to participate in community service.Middle School students volunteer as part of their service learning in Religion class through classroom projects and independent efforts within our community.
The kindergarten students do "Chores for Change." At home they complete chores to earn change that is then brought to school to be donated to a local service organization.
The first grade students raise money for Family Dogs New Life and Fences for Fido. They also make dog toys and supplies for donation to these programs.
The second grade students
The third grade students
The fourth grade students host a monthly schoolwide canned food drive. The collected donations are given to the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry at the parish for distribution for community members in need.
The fifth grade students
The sixth through eighth grade students choose individual service projects based on their interests and community needs. Examples of middle school service include yard clean-up for neighbors, babysitting, volunteering at school and parish events, volunteering at the Oregon Food Bank, and many other activities that benefit the community.
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