history of Father Moye’s
The Blessed Father Jean-Martin Moye Catholic School offers a faith-based education designed to shape the whole person – mind, body and soul. Through time-test classical methods centered on Christ, we form generations of faithful, thoughtful, and charitable leaders. We aim to cultivate wisdom and virtue in all our students, resulting in a love for truth, a commitment to the good, and an appreciation of beauty.
Our HIstory
The Moye School will honor the legacy of Blessed Father Moye and the Congregation of Divine Providence in providing a Catholic Education for area children.
Born in 1730 in Alsace-Lorraine, France, Father Jean-Martin Moye was a Catholic priest whose life was defined by a deep concern for the poor and uneducated. In a time when rural children had little access to education, he took bold steps to bring both learning and the Gospel to forgotten corners of society. In 1762, he founded the Sisters of Divine Providence, commissioning women to live among and teach in underserved communities across Alsace and Lorraine. In 1868 the Sisters of Divine Providence joined their fellow Alsatians in the recently-founded Texas community of Castroville, opening the first school and their motherhouse. Fr. Moye was beatified in 1954 by Pope Pius XII.
Campus Safety & Security
The safety of our students is paramount. In preparation for the first phase of the school, the rock house will be renovated for classrooms and security items will be added including exterior door locks, fencing, and cameras. The school will follow requirements for all safety drills required by the state of Texas.
Our History
We have achieved what we have set out to do and now we will continue to grow and build our community.
Phase I Feasibility Study (Demographics & Interest)
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Phase I Feasibility Study (Demographics & Interest)
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Phase I Feasibility Study (Demographics & Interest)
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FAQs
Have questions about the Blessed Father Moye School? You’re not alone—we’ve gathered the most common inquiries to help you feel informed and confident. Explore the answers below to learn more about our mission, programs, and what to expect.
1. Why is the school being named the Blessed Father Moye School?
Father Jean Martin Moye was a French priest and the founder of the
Congregation of Divine Providence, whose sisters came to Castroville in 1868 and built a motherhouse on the grounds where the new school will be. The CDP went on to found many schools all over the US. For his work, Father Moye was beatified in 1954 by Pope Pius XII, earning the title “Blessed”. The Moye School will honor the legacy of Blessed Father Moye and the CDP in providing a Catholic Education for area children.
2. Where will the school be located?
The school will be located on the western block of the Moye Retreat Center.
3. When will the school be opening?
The Moye School will be opening for the 2026-2027 school year, starting with a 6 th grade class. An additional grade will be added each year until it reaches a full 6-12 th grade school.
4. What will the curriculum be like?
The Moye School will be teaching a classical style curriculum. Religion will not be a separate class, but integrated into all other subjects. Students will learn to think logically, ask questions, and debate ideas. The virtues of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty will be paramount in our school teachings.
5. What foreign languages will be offered and for what grades?
Latin
6. What will the tuition rate be?
6th Grade Tution for 2026-2027 will be $6,500 per student, per year.
7. Will this school be a part of the existing St. Louis Catholic School (SLCS)?
No, it will be an independent Catholic school, but will work closely with SLCS and St. Louis Church to serve the educational needs of the Catholic community.
8. Will there be Sports at the Moye School?
9. How will technology be used at the Moye School?
10. What security features will be in place?
In preparation for the first phase of the school, the rock house will be renovated for classrooms, and security items will be added, including exterior door locks, fencing, and cameras.
11. What kind of safety drills would the school conduct?
The school will follow requirements for all safety drills required by the state of Texas.
12. What accreditation will the Moye School have?
The Moye School will obtain accreditation through the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops (TCCB) Education Department.
13. Will the Moye School have standardized testing?
Yes, the Moye School will follow the requirements of the Archdiocese of San Antonio and participate in NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) standardized testing. The school will also use The Assessment of Religious Knowledge (ARK) to test progress in religion.
14. Will the Moye School have uniforms?
Yes, the Moye school students will be required to wear uniforms daily. More formal uniforms will be required for weekly mass. Uniforms with the Moye School logo and colors (burgundy and gold) are being developed at this time.
15. Will there be a cafeteria and lunch options?
Students will have lunch in the classrooms or on the patio when the weather is nice. A purchased lunch option will be provided, but students are always welcome to bring their own lunch if they prefer. Details on outside lunch option will be coming soon.
16. Will field trips be offered?
Absolutely! The Moye school will have field trips to enhance the learning experience.
17. Will the schedule be the same as St. Louis Catholic School?
Yes, understanding that some Moye school students will have younger siblings at SLCS, the Moye school will follow the same start/end dates and holidays as SLCS.
18. Will extended care (early and late) be offered?
There will be a supervised Study Hall offered after school at an additional cost.
19. Why should I choose the Moye School over more established Catholic schools in San Antonio?
Our goal at the Moye school is to provide a Catholic education for students in the Castroville area. We’ve seen the need in the area as traffic continues to worsen and commuting to San Antonio for Catholic school is infeasible for many parents. SLCS provides a strong Catholic foundation at the elementary level, and we strive to continue that growth and development of our students in junior high and high school. Additionally, the Moye School will offer a unique, classical curriculum that is not currently being offered in any Catholic Schools in San
Antonio.
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