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Seton Catholic School

Office hours:
Monday - Friday
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Phone:

814-336-2320

Email:

seton@seton-school.com

Address:

385 Pine St 

Meadville PA 16335

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Drop off donations at the school office!

Building a Sacred Space for Our Youngest Eagles

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Our Mission & Historic Milestone
Welcome to Seton Catholic School! As we prepare to celebrate our historic 175th consecutive year of academic excellence and unwavering commitment to Christ’s teachings, we are looking to the future. Our sacred mission is to form young hearts and minds in faith, knowledge, and virtue from their very first steps in our school.

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This year for #iGiveCatholic, we are aggressively gathering funds to completely elevate our preschool classrooms. By moving away from standard plastic toys, our goal is to introduce high-end, heirloom-quality, interchangeable learning spaces that seamlessly blend early childhood development with our deep Catholic identity. Your donation will directly provide the materials and specialized production needed to build a lasting spiritual and academic legacy for our youngest students.

 

 

How Your Gift Shines: Our Three Core Innovations

Your generosity will fund three foundational, mobile centers designed to rotate between our preschool rooms so that every child can experience these beautiful additions:

 

1. The "Seton Town" Mini-Chapel & Dramatic Play Village

Children naturally learn by imitating the adults around them. This space honors our local Meadville roots by featuring beautifully crafted wooden structures like the Meadville Market House, Dr. J.R. Mosier Office, and the David Mead Log Cabin.

  • The Catholic Identity Centerpiece: At the heart of this village is a custom, child-sized wooden altar table, a soft fabric tabernacle, a wooden ambo (lectern), and child-friendly vestments. Here, our students will joyfully "play Mass," practice processing down the aisle, set the altar table with wooden chalices, and fold altar linens—deepening their love for the Liturgy from age four.

 

2. The Architectural Light & STEM Center

God is the ultimate creator and architect of our universe, and Christ is the Light of the World. This center reframes early science, geometry, and physics as an exploration of God's perfect creation.

  • The Catholic Identity Centerpiece: We are introducing premium, translucent acrylic "Stained Glass" elements to our classroom light tables. Along with custom geometric wooden blocks shaped specifically like Gothic arches, pillars, steeples, and spires, children will learn spatial awareness and math by building their own mini-cathedrals, experiencing the beauty of light just as they do in church.

 

3. The Sensory & Nature Laboratory

Catholicism has a rich tradition of honoring God through the marvels of His creation. Heavily inspired by the lives of St. Francis of Assisi and our own school patron, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (who possessed a deep love for nature), this center brings the outdoors inside.

  • The Catholic Identity Centerpiece: We are funding a premium, mobile indoor "living wall" and rolling planter table. This hands-on lab allows our preschool students to plant, care for, and watch life grow—teaching them stewardship, responsibility, and a profound awe for God’s handiwork in nature.

 

 

Why Support Seton Preschool This #iGiveCatholic?

Your financial support bridges the gap between vision and reality. While our talented community is donating skilled carpentry and volunteer labor, your donations will directly purchase the raw premium lumber, specialized architectural block sets, child-safe Mass kits, and essential STEM light tables.

Every dollar given stays right here at Seton Catholic School to construct these durable, interchangeable assets. Our physical production and installation will take place over the summer of 2027, ensuring that everything is beautifully completed and ready to debut for our landmark 175th school year!

Please consider making a gift to give our children a space where they can grow in wisdom, stature, and grace. Help us make sure every child and family feels welcomed, included, and firmly rooted in Christ.

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Thank you for your prayers, your generosity, and your steadfast commitment to Catholic education!

Free busing provided to all students in Crawford Central, Penncrest, and Conneaut School Districts

After-school childcare provided to all students in preschool through grade 8 from 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Inspiring Minds - Instilling Values 

Seton Catholic School develops the spiritual and intellectual well-being of students through academic excellence, charitable service, and commitment to Christ's teachings. 

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Inspiring Minds and Instilling Values for 174 years

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1874

The first St. Agatha school building was erected in the rear lot of Pine and Liberty Streets. The pastor, Rev. Anthony Reck, secured the services of laymen as teachers, until he arranged to have religious teachers take over the school. In the mid 1850's, the services of the Sisters of St. Joseph were secured, and the school was taught by them for many years.

St. Brigid was erected and officially opened by Rev. James Dunn, who succeeded Father Madigan in 1874, and was responsible for the new church building dedicated in 1881. From 1917 - 1973 the new St. Brigid building housed eight grades until it joined St. Agatha as Seton School. The present building is now CHAPS. 

1973

In 1971 a proposal was presented to combine St. Agatha and St. Brigid schools. The name of the school was officially changed to the present-day Seton School, named after the American Saint, Mother Elizabeth Bayley Seton, of Philidelphia and Kentucky. 

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Our Vision for Your Child

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A Catholic education seeks the full development of students’ talents and capabilities in the
light of Faith. This means that preparing children for a successful future will involve fostering
a combination of their academic, social, emotional, spiritual, and practical skills. At Seton
School, we encourage a love for learning and nurture curiosity and a thirst for knowledge
from early on. Exploration, a large amount of reading, and firsthand learning are a
significant part of the Seton experiences.


We develop critical thinking skills that encourage children to analyze situations, think
daringly, and produce creative solutions.


We believe in promoting resilience and perseverance by teaching children the importance of
hope and strength in the face of challenges. At Seton, we encourage students to persevere
through difficulties and learn from failures.


We teach emotional intelligence and help children recognize and manage their emotions
effectively. Empathy, communication skills, and how to build healthy relationships are a top
priority.


Seton instills a strong work ethic that teaches the value of challenging work, responsibility,
and dedication. We make it a point to encourage children to set goals, work towards them,
and take justifiable pride in their accomplishments.


Fostering independence and self-reliance encourages children to take on tasks and
responsibilities appropriate to their age and abilities. At Seton, we allow them to make
decisions and learn from their experiences.


Seton provides opportunities for exploration and skill-building. We expose children to a
variety of experiences, hobbies, and interests and support their passions and talents while
encouraging them to try new things.


We strive to promote adaptability and flexibility. We teach children to be adaptable and
open-minded in the face of life’s many changes and so help them develop the ability to
adjust to new situations and environments.


We believe that Jesus Christ in saving humanity came to elevate, purify, and transform all
that is human. And so religious education is a central component of our curriculum. The
tradition of Catholic education seeks an integration of faith and academic culture that
respects the proper method of each subject.


At Seton, we lead by example. We know that children often learn best by observing the
behavior of adults around them. Our staff models the traits and behaviors you want to instill
in your child, such as perseverance, kindness, a strong work ethic, and a living faith.
By focusing on these areas in our commitment to Christ’s teachings, Seton Catholic School
can help prepare children for a successful future by equipping them with the skills, mindset,
knowledge, and spiritual life they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Open Enrollment 365 Days a Year

It's never too late to enroll a student. Students can be enrolled in Seton classrooms at any time during the academic year. and throughout the entire summer vacation.  

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Giving Appreciated Stock: A Smarter Way to Give

How donating stock instead of cash can maximize your charitable impact.

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When most people think about charitable giving, they think about writing a check or making an online donation. But if you’ve owned stocks or mutual funds that have increased in value over time, there may be a more tax-efficient way to support the causes you care about.

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By contributing appreciated securities to a charitable fund at the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation, you may be able to make a larger charitable impact while avoiding capital gains taxes that could result from selling those investments first.

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What Are Appreciated Securities?

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Appreciated securities are investments, such as stocks or mutual funds, that have increased in value since you purchased them.

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For example, imagine you purchased stock years ago for $5,000, and today it’s worth $20,000. If you sell the stock, you may owe capital gains tax on the increase in value.

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Rather than selling your appreciated securities first, you may be able to transfer them directly to the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation to establish or grow an eligible charitable fund. This approach may help you avoid capital gains tax while creating a lasting impact in Crawford County.

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Why Donate Stock Instead of Cash?

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For many donors, giving appreciated securities offers several advantages:

  • Potentially avoid paying capital gains tax on appreciated investments.

  • Receive a charitable income tax deduction if you itemize deductions (subject to IRS rules).

  • Preserve cash for other financial goals.

  • Make a larger charitable gift than you might have otherwise considered.

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As always, we encourage you to consult your financial advisor or tax professional to determine how these benefits apply to your individual situation.

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How Can the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation Help?

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A gift of appreciated securities can support many of the charitable opportunities available through Crawford

Heritage Community Foundation, including:

  • The Community Impact Fund, which helps the Foundation respond to changing community needs by making grants where they can have the greatest impact.

  • Scholarship funds, which help local students pursue their educational goals.

  • Organizational endowment funds, which provide a permanent source of support for local nonprofit organizations.

  • Designated funds, which provide ongoing support to the charitable organizations you choose.

  • Area of Interest funds, which support the causes you’re most passionate about, such as education, the arts, health, or the environment.

  • A new charitable fund, created to reflect your family’s values and support the causes that matter most to you for generations to come.

Our team can also work directly with you and your financial advisor to help facilitate the transfer process.

 

Why Consider Giving Stock?

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Many people hold appreciated investments for years without realizing they can become a powerful charitable gift.

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If you’re already planning to make a charitable contribution, donating appreciated securities instead of selling them first may allow you to maximize both your gift and its impact.

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It’s one more way to invest in the future of Crawford County while making the most of your charitable giving.

 

We’re Here to Help

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If you’re considering donating appreciated securities, we’d be happy to discuss your options.

At the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation, we’ve helped many individuals and families make meaningful charitable gifts that reflect their values and create lasting impact throughout Crawford County.

 

Whether you’re interested in supporting an existing fund or establishing a new one, we’re here to answer your questions and work alongside you and your professional advisor.

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Integrity is at the heart of everything we do. We value the trust our donors place in us and treat every conversation with the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Christian Maher
Executive Director

Email: executive@crawfordheritage.org
Phone: 814-336-5206

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