Bishop Flaget School Creed
Be it known to all who enter here
that Christ is the reason
for this school.
He is the unseen,
but ever-present teacher
in its classes.
He is the model of its faculty
and the inspiration of its students.
Who are we?
Since 1837, Catholic education in Chillicothe has formed young minds and hearts in the light of truth, goodness, and beauty. As a preschool through 8th grade school, Bishop Flaget joyfully continues this mission by providing a rigorous academic education rooted in faith and the Catholic intellectual tradition.
At Bishop Flaget, we seek to cultivate the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through learning that inspires wonder, nurtures virtue, and encourages students to see God’s hand in all things. Our students are guided by dedicated teachers, supported by faith-filled families, and strengthened by a loving community that values both excellence and joy in learning.
Through high standards, innovative instruction, and a Christ-centered environment, Bishop Flaget prepares students to meet the challenges of our changing world with wisdom, integrity, and compassion.
We are proud to be members of the National Catholic Educational Association, the Ohio STEM Learning Network, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, and the National Association of Elementary School Principals. Bishop Flaget is also the only state-designated K–8 STEM school in Ross County, blending faith and reason in harmony.
At Bishop Flaget, we are dedicated to providing our students with the highest quality academics, a safe and nurturing environment, and opportunities for spiritual and moral growth. Our community offers a network of care and mentorship that encourages students to become confident, compassionate leaders who serve God and others.
Our Graduates:
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Excel in high school and beyond - 99% placing in the Top 10% of their graduating classes.
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Become the leaders of their respective high schools through student government and other activities.
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In the last five years, BFS graduates have included:
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Students who attend Ohio State University, Ohio University, University of Dayton, University of Cincinnati, Otterbein College, Xavier University, Miami University, George Washington University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute, Ohio Northern University, University of Findley, Rose Hulman Institute of Technology, and Shawnee State University
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Manessah Cutler Scholars (Ohio University), Morrill Scholars (Ohio State University)
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Zane Trace Valedictorians
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Chillicothe & Unioto High School Top Ten Graduates
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Bishop Flaget Background Check Policy
All paid staff must have on file current BCI/FBI background checks and must attend “Protecting God’s Children.”
All volunteers must have on file a BCI background check and must attend “Protecting God’s Children” no matter how much or how little contact they have with children or youth, no matter if volunteering for the school or parish, and no matter what time of the day or night they volunteer.
(This is per Diocesan Policy 4110.0).