We are a safe, nurturing and respectful community. We will reach our full potential by growing in mind, body, and spirit in accordance with the Catholic faith. We will live out the Gospel. We are peacemakers.

For over 90 years, Bishop McVinney School has been known for its great diversity. Back in the day, our classrooms were occupied by immigrants (and the children of immigrants) from Eastern and Western Europe. Today, the cultural and ethnic backgrounds of our students reach across five continents, including North and South America, Africa, Asia and Europe.

We cherish and celebrate this rich diversity as one community. Each day, we live in service to each other, guided by Christ Jesus and our Catholic faith.

The history of our school in South Providence is rich in blessings, memories and achievements - it is
an urban oasis - but we cannot ignore the struggles that affect our families, even today.

Job and food insecurity.
Housing setbacks.
Unreliable transportation.
Financial hardship.

Anyone can be impacted by these challenges from time to time, but our families experience the hardships to a greater degree in our inner-city community in the heart of South Providence.  Over 80% of students receive tuition assistance through the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Providence.  They also participate in the free and reduced-priced breakfast and lunch program from the Rhode Island Department of Education.

The Diocesan Catholic School Office contributes tuition assistance to every Catholic school, but the unfunded need across the Diocese continues to grow annually.

 

Help us to level the playing field for Bishop McVinney School students.
Your charitable contribution will make all the difference in the world to our kids!