In 1883, when the parish outgrew the original temporary chapel,
the building was remodeled into a two room school house, and thus
began the story of Visitation School.  The first teacher was Mary
DeWire, who stayed until 1887, when Dominican Sisters from Mission
San Jose, California arrived.   In a short time they were recalled to
the Motherhouse.  In January of 1891, they were replaced by 3
sisters of the newly formed Sisters of Saint Mary's of Oregon.
Varying numbers of sisters of this order, assisted by lay teachers,
have served Visitation School to this day.  Several school buildings
have come and gone over the years. From 1921 to 1957 Verboort even
had a high school.   School District 97, and Verboort High School were
dissolved in 1957, the students being dispersed among neighboring
districts. Visitation School is currently housed in the building that was
built in 1938 as Verboort High School, with the addition of 5 modular
classrooms to help accommodate the 150+, grade K-8 students.

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      As it was in 1883, today in the year 2006, we make sacrifices so
that our children will receive a quality Catholic education.  If you would
like to help with gifts of time, talent, or make a tax deductable
donation to the scholarship or endowment funds, click here  to
send an email to Visitation School.
       The parish and children greatly appreciate your generosity.
 

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