History of St. Bernard Catholic School

History of St. Bernard Catholic School. . , St. Bernard School was established in 1891 by the Sisters of Perpetual Adoration who were invited to Breaux Bridge by Reverend Antoine Borias. Many students attended the school until they celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation, and then transferred to an accredited high school. , In the year 1921, the school became accredited, allowing students to complete their education at St. Bernard School. The school produced many fine students who went on to become leaders in the community. Included among these students was Jules Jeanmard, who later served the Diocese of Lafayette as its first bishop. , Housed in different buildings since its beginning, the school's current structure was erected in 1958. St. Bernard School served the community of Breaux Bridge and the surrounding areas for a number of years. However, declining numbers of religious clergy serving the school made it difficult for the school to survive financially. The high school closed its doors in 1966, and the elementary school was closed in 1971. , Dedicated parents and alumni never gave up on the idea of providing a quality Catholic education for the students of the community. As a result of their determination and three years of organizational meetings, St. Bernard School reopened its doors in 1982 as a K-5 school, and is now Pre-K through 8th grade Junior High., Educating The Whole Child , St. Bernard Catholic School is owned by St. Bernard Church Parish and continues a long tradition of Catholic education in St. Martin Parish. The school fosters academic excellence which allows students of every learning style to succeed. They strive to build an active faith community and are dedicated to the service of others. , Sister and students photographed on the banks of the Bayou Teche by Fr. Rochard, 1915 St. Bernard Catholic School is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Education and the Diocese of Lafayette. , St. Bernard Catholic School is commited to the education of the whole child: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, moral and spiritual. , St. Bernard Elementary School strives to foster a Roman Catholic Christian educational community in which faith is shared by teachers, students, and parents. We endeavor to help each student to achieve a personal relationship with Christ, to provide opportunities for personal and communal prayer, and to involve the students in the liturgy. Further, we seek to instill within the students a sense of mission and concern for others and to afford them the opportunities to express this through service to the school, church, local community, and worldwide community., A Vibrant Campus , You are encouraged to spend some time along our school grounds viewing the stations of the cross and enjoying the park. Visit our other interpretive exhibit with the history of St. Bernard Church, visit the mural on the gym wall, and the historical marker about Bishop Jeamard, one of our previous students. Also, pause to pray for the students and school community in St. Bernard Church or our Chapel of Perpetual Adoration. , Graceful statues of cherished saints adorn the grounds of St. Bernard School After you've experienced all the school and St. Bernard Church have to offer, enrich your visit to Breaux Bridge by walking or canoeing along the Bayou Teche. Many shops and restaurants can be found near the bridge and along Main Street and they would love to welcome you!, Connect With St. Bernard School , For more information, visit www.sbscrusaders.com. To contact the school, stop into the office at 251 E. Bridge St. or call 337-332-5350.