Saint Anthony's Catholic School (Show Low) - Jennifer Butterbrodt
Update: 2025-09-25
Description
Birdman stops by the chat with Jennifer Buterbrodt of Saint Anthiny's Catholic School in Show Low, AZ.
Saint Anthony Catholic School, located at 1400 E Owens St, Show Low, AZ 85901, serves the White Mountains area and welcomes students from Pre‑K through 8th grade. 
⸻
Student Body & Academics
• Enrollment & Ratio
The student population ranges from about 105 to 155 students, depending on the source, with a student‑teacher ratio between 12:1 and 13:1—better than the national average of 13:1  .
The school's mission emphasizes nurturing each child academically, physically, socially, and spiritually within a Catholic context, aiming to instill moral integrity and prepare students for secondary and higher education .
⸻
Programs & Activities
• Academic Excellence
Saint Anthony is committed to engaging and challenging academic programs that foster a love of learning. Hands‑on activities—like junior high frog dissections—bring lessons to life. 
• Extracurriculars
The school boasts an outstanding archery program through the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), with students qualifying for state, national, and even world-level tournaments .
• Community & Service
Encouraging a spirit of giving, students take part in service projects—such as volunteering at the local Love Kitchen—building both compassion and civic awareness .
⸻
Accreditation & Affiliation
• Membership & Accreditation
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and is accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association .
• It's part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gallup, under which it operates as the local K‑8 Catholic school in Show Low .
⸻
History & Community Impact
• Founding
Founded in 2006, St. Anthony has grown steadily, maintaining a strong community presence and educational focus since then .
• Parent Feedback
Parents consistently praise the school's academic foundation, caring staff, and faith-based environment:
"An outstanding foundation for them… well prepared… they have grown in their faith."
"Excellent teachers and a strong principal… dedicated, motivated, professional, and LOVING." 
The following are the sponsors of Birdman Media Podcasts; please visit them and support them when you can, as they make this show possible.
Premier Sponsors:
Mountain Retreat Realty Experts
Buffalo Bill's Tavern and Grill
Nexus Coalition for Drug Prevention
Pinetop Coffee House and Roasting Company
Pour Station - White Mountain Purified Water
Comments
In Channel
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States00:00
00:00
1.0x
