Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Saint Basil Catholic School has served South Haven's families for over 65 years. We maintain rigorous expectations for achievement and are committed to providing students with a higher standard of education. We are driven by our mission:
"In keeping with our strong Catholic faith and Gospel values, Saint Basil Catholic School and parish welcome all in our community and support a Christ-centered, rigorous education reflecting the love of God."
As an extension of the family unit, Saint Basil Catholic School recognizes its responsibility in educating the whole child, addressing the spiritual, academic, and social dimensions of each student. Saint Basil Catholic School welcomes all, reaching out to teach as Jesus did through faith, knowledge, and service.
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Saint Basil Catholic School welcomes all interested in a quality Catholic education. We are a PreK-8 school and would love to have you join our school family. For more information, contact us at 269-637-3529 or complete the contact form. If you would like to register your child, please go to the "Prospective Families" page; directions are under "Admissioms" or "To Register Your Child". Our school code is SB-MI.
Financial aid is available!
Saint Basil Catholic School is accredited by the Michigan Non-Public Schools Accrediting Association (MNSAA).
**Saint Basil Catholic School offers sports for students grades 4-8. We offer volleyball, soccer, and basketball through the County Lutheran Athletic League, and through a co-op with South Haven Public, our middle school students are able to play on their middle school teams. SBCS is a member of MHSAA. See our Athletics page for more information.
**Saint Basil offers Lego League and FTC Robotics for students in grades 4 through 8. See our Robotics page for more information.
**Saint Basil is in the process of installing a STEM/Science Lab available to students in grades K through 8. Numerous new and upgraded technologies throughout the building for students and staff are also underway.
**Saint Basil has had a number of building upgrades, including AC and new blinds in all rooms, interior paint, and enhanced safety measures.
TITLE IX COORDINATOR
While the Diocesan Schools do not concede that Title IX of the U.S. Education Amendments of 1972 applies to them, they nevertheless strive to adhere to the principles and aspirations of Title IX. Thus, at Saint Basil Catholic School, the principal is appointed the Title IX Coordinator. Saint Basil Catholic School abides by Policy #4166.4 and its accompanying regulations (Policy #5151) found in the Policy Manual of the Catholic Schools –Diocese of Kalamazoo regarding harassment and discrimination. The principal will answer questions and disseminate information about Policy #4166.4, investigate complaints, and take appropriate corrective action pursuant to this policy. The principal’s contact information is as follows: 94 Superior Street, South Haven, MI 49090, 269-637-3529. Email: camilledelano@saintbasilcatholic.com
Non-Discrimination Policy 2020
Diocese of Kalamazoo Policy on Non-Discrimination
The Schools of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo admit students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the schools. The Schools of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of education policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other school administered programs and activities, employment policies or contractual agreements.
Allegan: St. Mary’s Visitation, Byron Center; St. Stanislaus, Dorr; St. Margaret, Otsego; St. Therese, Wayland. Barry: St. Rose of Lima, Hastings. Berrien: Lake Michigan Catholic Elementary, Lake Michigan Catholic Middle School, Lake Michigan Catholic High School, St. Joseph; St. Mary, Niles. Branch: St. Mary’s Assumption, Bronson. Calhoun: St. Joseph Elementary, St. Joseph Middle School, St. Philip Catholic Central, Battle Creek; Kalamazoo: Light of Christ Academy, Augusta; St. Augustine, St. Monica and Hackett Catholic Prep High School, Kalamazoo. St. Joseph: Immaculate Conception, Three Rivers. Van Buren: St. Mary, Paw Paw; Saint Basil, South Haven.