St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School celebrates first day of school

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School had its first day of school Thursday, Aug. 16.

The clergy began the day by blessing the classrooms and school grounds. Pope Benedict XVI has declared the 2012-13 school year "The Year of Faith," and the school has designed the school year in keeping with that motto. The school will offer a curriculum that incorporates discipleship for students and their families, as well as staff.

For more information about St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, call 281-296-0300 or go to staopcs.org.