About Our School
Why Choose Harrisburg Catholic Elementary?
Harrisburg Catholic Elementary School takes a whole-child approach to elementary education. Teachers, administrators, counselors, and support staff work together to meet the intellectual, social, behavioral, and emotional needs of each and every child we serve. HCE uses the natural curiosity of children to teach Math, Reading, and critical thinking skills, following the curriculum of the Diocese of Harrisburg. We offer a gifted teaching staff, small class sizes, and personalized interest in each child. We are proud to be a Middle States Association accredited school.
Who Are Our Students?
Harrisburg Catholic enrolls Catholic and non-Catholic students from Pre-School through 8th Grade. Our students are encouraged to be independent contributing members of our school community. Our students represent Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry Counties.
Message from Our Principal
Thanks for taking the time to visit our website. I hope you can find all the information that relates to enrollment, answer any questions you may have, or find out something about our school. Harrisburg Catholic Elementary was created out of Holy Family and Cathedral Consolidated Schools to bring the message of Jesus Christ to the children of our school on a daily basis through both word and action. Our students are challenged academically on a daily basis by a dedicated and highly qualified staff of individuals who work together to better each child that is enrolled in our school. -- Mr. David Rushinski, Principal
News and Information
Announcements and Upcoming Events
Please be sure to check the monthly calendars that are sent home with your children so you are up-to-date on all activities, snow make-up days, fundraisers, etc.
Upcoming Fundraisers
Our next fundraising dinner out is scheduled for Wed., March 20 at the Texas Roadhouse on Union Deposit Road. Our event takes place from 3:00 - 8:00 pm, and you must have a flyer, electronic or paper version is acceptable.
We also have a Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale scheduled for Sun., March 31 from 8:30 - 11:30 am at our Holy Family Campus. Price is $5 for adults, $1 for children and all HCE students eat free. Take outs are available. The price includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, and a beverage. There will be a craft for children to enjoy, and a bake sale so you to take home some tasty treats. This is open to the public, please be sure to bring family and friends!
Important Reminders
All Harrisburg Catholic families are required to complete your 10 hours of service each school year. Any unfulfilled time will be billed at the end of the school year. Please be sure to complete the 10 hours of service. Thank you!
If you have not yet returned re-registration paperwork, please do so now!