Seton Catholic School of Ottumwa

Seton Catholic School of Ottumwa Seton is a faith-based educational institution that offers a safe, comforting, nurturing environment to students of all faiths and backgrounds.

With Christ as our model, we believe in daily celebration of our Catholic Christian faith through liturgy and classroom prayer, responsiveness to one another’s needs, and service to others. We believe that each person is unique and lovable, possessing individual strengths. We believe that education is a continuous process and that the learning program should meet the needs and abilities of each ch

ild. We recognize the importance of developing in each student a wholesome self-concept. With the cooperation of teachers, parents, and the parish community, we strive to achieve the religious and academic development of each child in a Christ-centered environment. Through mutual communication, respect, and support, we endeavor to enhance the development of the full potential of each child. By infusing Gospel-values into the curriculum, we seek to instill lifelong decision-making skills into each child, encouraging them to be responsible for their own decisions and behavior.

Cyclones vs Hawkeyes! 🏈 I do believe one is outnumbered! ❤️💛🖤
09/11/2026

Cyclones vs Hawkeyes! 🏈 I do believe one is outnumbered!
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08/28/2026

📣 REMINDER! 📣

Our 3- and 4-year-old preschool classes will dismiss at 10:45 AM on Monday, August 31st. No afterschool care.

Please plan accordingly for pickup. Thank you! 💙💛

First day rockstars in the kindergarten classroom! 🤘
08/26/2026

First day rockstars in the kindergarten classroom! 🤘

08/26/2026

Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! Drop your first day of school pics below⬇️

🌟 Preschool Spots Still Available! 🌟We still have a few spots available for preschool! 🧸📚 Afterschool care is also avail...
08/21/2026

🌟 Preschool Spots Still Available! 🌟

We still have a few spots available for preschool! 🧸📚 Afterschool care is also available for families who need a little extra support after the school day.

Give your child a place to learn, grow, play, and make new friends in a loving and caring environment. ❤️

We would LOVE the opportunity to teach your child! 🍎✏️

📩 Contact us today to learn more or to reserve your child’s spot!

We have current and past Seton Saints on the Icon’s baseball team (and siblings) that are having a lemonade fundraising ...
08/14/2026

We have current and past Seton Saints on the Icon’s baseball team (and siblings) that are having a lemonade fundraising event. Below is his story! These Saints are continuing to serve the community in a meaningful way!

Leo's story:

Leo was diagnosed in 2021 with a tumor located on his brain stem. Since then, he has endured multiple brain surgeries, long-term chemotherapy, and numerous treatments to manage the many complications that come with pediatric cancer. After nearly 18 months of intense chemotherapy, Leo had to pause treatment due to the toll it took on his body.

Unfortunately, the tumor began to grow again in October of 2024 and Leo started undergoing another two-year round of chemotherapy, which helped keep the tumor stable, but unfortunately the side effects were too tough on him so we ended that treatment. The tumor started growing again quickly so we had to change treatment options. Leo started a new cancer treatment, an at home oral targeted therapy cancer treatment, and thankfully it has helped keep the tumor stable so far. He has had to take multiple breaks from this med though, due to fevers and sickness, so if this med does not work, we will have to get surgery to get his port put back in and go back to chemotherapy through the port. He has been sick a lot lately with fevers, chronic ear infections, and breathing issues so he underwent a surgery in February 2026 and is doing well with many follow ups in place. He sees many specialists and spends a lot of time at appointments in Iowa City.

Despite this challenging journey, Leo continues to show incredible strength and resilience. He undergoes MRI scans every three months to monitor the tumor and faces each day with a bravery well beyond his years.

Leo is the proud big brother to Sofia (4) and Dani (9 months old). His parents, Katelyn Rodriguez and Edgar Rodriguez, both grew up in Ottumwa. Edgar works for Norris Asphalt, while Katelyn stays home to care for their children and help manage Leo's treatments, many of which take place in Iowa City — a place that has become like a second home.

05/22/2026

Thank you for an amazing 2025–2026 school year! Wishing all students, staff, and families a wonderful and safe summer break!

05/22/2026
05/21/2026

Countdown to Summer!! Friday, May 22nd: Z-zip up backpacks & have a great summer!!!

05/21/2026

Awards Ceremony is today, May 21st
Grades K-2 will start at 2:15pm
Grades 3-6 at 2:45

Address

117 E. 4th Street
Ottumwa, IA
52501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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