Pre-Kindergarten
Learning through faith, play, and discovery.
Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps children grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically in a welcoming Catholic environment.
Through play, hands-on activities, exploration, and guided instruction, children build the skills and confidence they need for kindergarten — while still having plenty of time to simply be kids.
Pre-K at a Glance:
- Age: 4 years old by July 31
- Schedule Options: 2, 3, or 5 days*
- School Day: 8:00 a.m.–3:15 p.m.
- Half-Day Option: Monday, Wednesday & Friday until noon
- Before & After School Care: Available
- Bus Transportation: Available within Saunders County
- Potty Training: Students must be potty trained
*Five-day enrollment is available as space allows.
Learning by Doing.
Young children learn best when they can explore, create, move, and interact with the world around them.
Our Pre-K students practice early literacy, math, fine motor skills, problem solving, creativity, and social skills through meaningful hands-on experiences. Instead of spending long periods at a desk, children might count with manipulatives, build letters, create art, explore science, listen to stories, or learn through imaginative play.
Our goal is simple: prepare children for kindergarten while helping them develop a lifelong love of learning.
K-6 Academics
Strong academics. Individual growth. A Catholic worldview.
At St. Wenceslaus, faith and learning go hand in hand. Our K–6 students receive a well-rounded education that challenges them academically while helping them grow in character, confidence, and faith.
Students experience:
- ✝️ Religion — Daily faith formation, prayer, Mass, and sacramental preparation
- 📚 Language Arts — Reading, phonics, writing, grammar, listening, and literacy development
- ➕ Mathematics — Strong foundational skills and progressive instruction through Saxon Math
- 🔬 Science — Hands-on exploration of life, earth, and physical sciences
- 🌎 Social Studies — Nebraska, American and world history, geography, culture, and citizenship
- 🎨 Arts & Music — Art and music in all grades, with band offered in 5th and 6th grade
- 🏃 Physical Education — Skill development, teamwork, cooperation, and lifelong fitness
- 💻 Technology — Age-appropriate technology used as a tool for learning, creativity, and research
- 🤖 Activities & Enrichment — Robotics, performances, competitions, and additional opportunities through Saunders Catholic Schools
Our teachers work in partnership with parents to help every student discover their gifts and reach their potential.
Spiritual Life
Faith isn’t just another subject. It’s part of every day.
St. Wenceslaus partners with parents in forming young people who know, love, and serve Jesus Christ.
Our Catholic faith is woven throughout the school day — from the classroom and playground to prayer, service, and the celebration of the Sacraments.
Students grow in faith through:
- ✝️ Daily Mass
- 🙏 Daily Prayer
- Monthly Confession
- Eucharistic Adoration
- Religion Classes
- Stations of the Cross
- Liturgical & Feast Day Celebrations
- First Communion Preparation
- First Confession Preparation
- Confirmation Preparation
- Altar Server Training
- Spiritual Reading & Story Time
- Service and opportunities to grow in virtue
Our goal goes beyond academic success. We want our students to become young people of faith, character, and purpose.
Extended Care
Care that works with your family’s schedule.
St. Wenceslaus offers a safe, welcoming Catholic environment for students who need care before or after the regular school day.
Morning Care
6:45–7:45 a.m. | $4.50 per day
After-School Care
3:25–6:00 p.m. | $9.00 per day
Late Start Days
$10 per child
Early Dismissal Days
$15 per child
Summer Care is also available through Saunders Catholic Schools at St. Wenceslaus.
Questions about Extended Care?
Contact the St. Wenceslaus School Office at 402-443-3336.
Athletics
The Catholic Youth Activities Organization (CYAO) provides leadership, support, and guidance for the Cavalry Clubs that offer extracurricular activities for our students. The CYAO Board works to ensure these programs reflect the Catholic mission of our schools by fostering faith formation, developing skills and character, and encouraging the active involvement of students and their families within our parish and school communities.
Cavalry Sports Clubs are our grade school and middle school athletic programs, providing opportunities for students to develop their skills, build teamwork, and grow in sportsmanship. Robotics and Softball are programs that run from grade school through high school.
These programs create a strong developmental pathway that prepares student-athletes for success as they advance into Bishop Neumann High School athletics.
The CYAO board meets at least once annually to discuss financials and any concerns for the upcoming year.
CYAO Youth Sports and Activities
Cavalry Club Sports Registration Site
Beef Football is not affiliated with CYAO but is an option for students 3rd through 6th grade wanting to participate in a Football Program.
Wahoo Civic Center Sports
The Civic Center in Wahoo, NE also hosts many sports and activities that students may participate in but are not affiliated with CYAO. To learn more or to enroll, click here.
Volunteerism
To offer athletics and activities, many volunteers are needed to help with concessions, coaching, taking tickets at games, etc. Parents are strongly encouraged to fully participate in these activities to help make them available and enjoyable for students and families.
Lincoln Diocese Volunteer Requirements
The Diocese offers Safe Environment protocols for all the schools in the Diocese of Lincoln.
For more information click here.
Free concussion training for coaches and parents, go to the NFHS Learning center for more details.
CYAO Board Members:
- Rick Ahrens, Athletic Director
- Greg Kavan Jr, Booster Club President
- Jessica Barger, St. Wenceslaus Representative
- Eva Fujan, St. John Representative
- Erin Todd, Cavalry Softball
- Matt Coakley, Cavalry Softball
- Rick Stava, Cavalry Wrestling
- Jeff Codr, Cavalry Wrestling
- Chad Palensky, Cavalry Basketball
- Eric Baumert, Cavalry Basketball
- Whitney Swanson, Cavalry Volleyball
- Megan Haynes, Cavalry Volleyball
- Brian Sanderson, Cavalry Robotics
- Rick Stava, Cavalry Robotics
- Fr. Steve Mills
- Fr. Matthew Vandewalle