We are excited to welcome our students back for the 2025-2026 CCD year. We will begin the new year with a commissioning mass on Wednesday August 20,2025 at 6pm in our church. All of our teachers will be commissioned at this mass.

As we begin this new year, it is important for us to remember that as parents you are the main teacher of your children's faith. We are here to support and join you on this spiritual journey with your children offering prayer, support, and guidance. 

Our calendar will follow the Calcasieu Parish School schedule. Date for meetings and retreat for those who are receiving sacraments will be scheduled as the year progresses and announced in advance.

Registration fees are $25.00 per child, maximum of $50.00 per family. You may pay by check or cash, payments can be dropped off at the church office, in the mailbox in front of the rectory or put in the collection basket. It is very important that the envelope is labeled CCD registration with the child or family name. Please do not let financial reason [prevent you from registering your child, contact the office and other arrangements can be made.

It is with grateful hearts we thank God for you giving us the opportunity to teach your children their Catholic faith. A special thank you is extended to the Knights of Columbus for allowing us to use the KC hall and our teachers who volunteer their time to help these children grow in faith. 

Classes are always on Wednesdays, times and locations are below.

Wednesdays   Church KC Hall
 Sessions 1 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm 1st & 2nd Grade 3rd & 4th Grade
 Session 2 4:45 pm to 5:45 pm 5th and 6th Grade

7th &  8th Grade

 Session 3 6:00 PM TO 7:30 pm   9th, 10th, & 11th Grade

Baptism

Eucharist

Confirmation

Contact Information

Parent / Guardian Policy Agreement

POLICY FOR STUDENT DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP:

Our children’s safety and security is of primary importance. Children should be supervised at all times, therefore they should arrive no sooner than 15 minutes before their class time and will gather in Dolan Hall. They should be picked up within 15 minutes after their class time. All students Kindergarten-5th Grade must be dropped off and picked up at covered awning between the church and Dolan Hall. The children will not be allowed to walk to/from circle drive in front of the church or to/from the parking lot on the south side of the church without an escort.

ATTENDANCE:

Each grade’s curriculum requires a minimum of 24 classroom hours in additional to liturgical activities. Therefore, it is recommended that students attend regularly.

Students will be given make-up work after 3rd absence during sacramental years, 2nd & 11th grades.

DISCIPLINE POLICY:

All students must show respect in their words and actions towards adults, peers and property. No disrupting the teaching process, bullying, gossiping or destructive behavior. If there is a problem, he/she will be sent to the PREP office. For repeated offenses, the Parent/Guardian will be asked to discuss appropriate action, which may include having the Parent/Guardian attend class with the student or having student homeschooled.

CELL PHONES:

Students are not permitted to use cell phones during class unless it is included in the teaching activity. Teachers may collect phones during class time.


VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHY:

Photos and videos may be taken of students during faith formation activities and shared with our community via church website and other church forums.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAMS:

The Diocese of Lake Charles mandates criminal background checks and annual Safe Environment certification for ALL ADULTS supervising minors. Students are taught the SAFE & SACRED CHILDREN’S LEARING PROGRAM each year the basic vocabulary and understanding of what it means to guard one’s own well being and those around them. They are taught to recognize abuse in all its forms, and how to report it. While this program is not intended to intrude on personal modesty boundaries, sometimes the subject matter brings forth sincere questions from the students. Parents will be given a copy of discussion materials to continue the conversation with your student.

If you would like your child to be exempt from the program, please ask for an “Opt out Form.”

DRESS CODE:

Our classes go into the church regularly and should be dressed appropriately. No oversize tank tops, low cut, spaghetti straps or midriff revealing shirts. No indecent language or images on clothing. Shorts should be the same length as required by Calcasieu Parish School Board – no shorter than 3” above the knee. No yoga pants or leggings unless worn under a skirt or dress. Additional dress code information will be given for retreats and other activities.

 

 

Contact Us

Office: (337) 564-3873
Fax: (337) 419-3578
PREP (Parish Religious
Education Program) (337) 564-3873
Religious Education Office

 

Physical Address:

1301 Sampson Street
Westlake, LA 70669

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