For Children In Elementary, Middle and High School
Youth Religious Education
For the Sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion and Confirmation
Required Parent Meeting:
Late August 2025
(For Parents/Guardians Only, No Students)
Classes Begin:
Sept. 2025
(Monday or Tuesday Night Starting At 5:30pm or 7:30pm)
St. Edward Catholic Parish holds classes in-person following classroom guidelines issued by the Archdiocese of Miami. We reserve the right to make changes as necessary for the well-being of participants.
First Holy Communion (2 Years)
Typically Grades 1 - 5
- Two (2) consecutive years
- First Holy Communion cannot be received earlier than 2nd Grade
- During the first year children learn about the life of Jesus, the Church, and the Mass
- During the second year the children focus on the Sacrament of Reconciliation and on receiving the Sacrament of the Eucharist
- Classes are approximately 90 minutes in length
Confirmation (2 Years)
Typically Starts At Grade 7
- Two (2) consecutive years
- Confirmation cannot be received earlier than 8th Grade
- During the first year they learn about Catholic Church teachings, the Nicene Creed, and the Beatitudes
- In the second year students learn about the examination of conscience, further enrich their lives as Catholics, and are encouraged to become disciples of Jesus Christ
- Classes are approximately 90 minutes in length
ANNUAL TUITION
Two consecutive years of preparation required to receive each sacrament
| NUMBER OF STUDENTS TO ENROLL | COST PER STUDENT |
|---|---|
| One (1) Student | $200 |
| Two (2) Students | $160 |
| Three (3) Students | $140 |
