What is your daily schedule for the 2021-2022 school year?   

• Students arrive at school between 7:45-8:10am, visit their locker, and head straight to their first class.  The buidling opens at 7:15am for student drop off.

• At 8:12am attendance is completed in students' first class. After morning prayer and announcements, classes begin at 8:22am. 

• Mondays and Fridays, we gather as a whole school in the auditorium for Morning Meeting.  On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, students will stay in their first class and watch STB-TV.

• School ends at 2:24 p.m. 

• After school, students can attend Enrichment Activities 2:30-3:15pm.  Students can also seek extra help from teachers after school. 

• Many students head down to the Activity Center for 3:30pm sports practices.  

How are your fall 2021 classes organized?
We are having in-person classes Monday-Friday.  More information on fall 2021 can be found here.

Students take six to classes per day.  Theology, Math, Science, History, English, and Foreign Language are the core courses. Some students opt to take a seventh course, either a second foreign language or an elective.  Juniors and seniors may choose AP classes or additional electives.  More info on classes can be found here.

Do most students live in Fitchburg?

No. Our students come from 22 different communities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Some Massachusetts cities from which our students travel are: Ashburnham, Athol, Orange, Princeton, Sterling, Westminster, Gardner, Templeton, Hubbardston, Winchendon, Pepperell, Groton, Lunenburg, Shirley, Devens, Harvard, Lunenburg, Leominster, Fitchburg. New Hampshire cities: Keene, Rindge, New Ipswich, Mason, Jaffrey, Wilton.

Does St. Bernard’s High School provide transportation?
BUS
Yes, STB offers bus service for families traveling to Fitchburg from the Worcester area.  This service will provide morning AND afternoon pick-up and drop-off.  The annual transportation fee is $1,000.  

CARPOOL
Many families choose to carpool with other STB families living in the same or nearby town.  The STB Family Directory on Family Portal provides contact information to assist families in making carpool connections.


Do you have to be Catholic to attend St. Bernard’s High School?

No. About two-thirds of our students are Catholic, and about one-third are Protestant or other faiths. We celebrate Mass monthly during the year and we ask that all students either participate in the Liturgy, or respectfully observe the celebration.  All faiths are welcome at St. Bernard's. More information on Faith & Service can be found here.

Do you have a dress code?

Yes. Uniforms may be purchased at our online school uniform store sponsored by Tommy Hilfiger through Global Schoolwear.


Where can I order St. Bernard's swag?
We work with a local business who sells t-shirts, sweatshirts, socks, and more:
STB Spiritwear Apparel

What is St. Bernard’s HS CEEB Code, for SAT exams and college applications?   
220-835

Why should I attend St. Bernard’s High School?

St. Bernard’s High School offers an academically challenging education in a safe environment of love, trust, and loyalty. We are a student-centered community, which gives each student the opportunity to grow by allowing him or her to form their own opinions while respecting those of others.

What is the cost to attend St. Bernard’s High School?

Tuition for the 2021-22 school year is $8,250.00 for the first student, with a $1,000 sibling discount for each additional student. There are many scholarships available for families, including up to 4 full tuition scholarships for new students. More information can be found on our Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships page.

What do students do for lunch at St. Bernard's?
Students bring cold lunch or purchase lunch through the Subway app. We also sell pizza slices on Fridays for $1.50 each.