History of the House System at St. Peter

The St. Peter House System was created after our teachers attended the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, where the House System first originated. Inspired by its success in creating a positive climate and culture, we sought to establish a similar system that would strengthen our Catholic identity while fostering meaningful connections across all grade levels.

  • St. Francis of Assisi
  • St. Leo the Great
  • St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
  • St. Luke
  • St. Maximilian
  • St. Katherine Drexel
  • St. Sebastian
  • St. Polycarp
  • St. Juan Diego
  • St. Bernadette Soubirous

Each House includes more than 40 students, with 8th graders serving in leadership roles during activities. Throughout the year, Houses gather to celebrate their faith, grow in leadership, and form lasting friendships.

How the House System Works

Students at St. Peter School are placed into one of the 10 Houses, creating a vibrant mix of Kindergarten through 8th-grade students. Each House is identified by its saint and a unique color, creating a sense of unity and pride.

Monthly House activities bring students together

  • House lunches and celebrations
  • Masses and assemblies
  • Special events such as a Thanksgiving feast
  • Opportunities to study and learn more about their House saint

New to the system are House Key Holders who are student representatives from grades 6–8 who assist in planning activities. Selected through an application and interview process with community leaders, these students play an important role in modeling leadership for their peers.

With more than 425 K–8 students participating, the House System fosters friendships, strengthens Catholic values, and creates unique opportunities for students to grow beyond the classroom.

Learn More About St. Peter School

The House System is just one of the many things that make St. Peter School an amazing place to learn! Discover more about what makes us unique.

Benefits of the House System

Since its introduction, the St. Peter House System has brought a number of benefits to our school community including the following.

  • Friendships that cross grade levels
  • Leadership opportunities for middle school students
  • A deeper pride in the Catholic faith
  • Learning about the saints and Catholic traditions in new ways
  • The chance for 6th–8th graders to apply and interview for the Key House Leaders Committee, where nine students are selected each year
  • Joyful experiences that help students laugh, celebrate, and make memories together

The House System has quickly become an important part of student life at St. Peter School, shaping not only how our students learn, but also how they grow in faith and community.