Spiritual Formation
At St. Mary School, faith is at the heart of everything we do. From preschool through middle school, our students grow in their relationship with God and learn to live out their faith each day through prayer, service, and community.
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Faith in the Classroom
Spiritual formation is woven throughout our curriculum. Students learn about the teachings of the Catholic Church, explore Scripture, and participate in daily prayer and reflection. Our teachers model Christian values and guide students in understanding how faith shapes their choices, relationships, and character.
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Worship and Sacraments
Students (K-8) attend Mass and take part in special liturgies throughout the year. Our parish priests and staff help prepare students for the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Older students deepen their understanding of the faith through taking active roles in Mass as a lector or alter server. ​
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Service and Community
Living our faith through service is a key part of the St. Mary experience. Students participate in class service projects and school-wide outreach efforts that teach compassion, responsibility, and the joy of helping others. These experiences allow students to see firsthand the difference they can make in their community and the world.
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Campus Ministry and Middle School Faith Leadership
In middle school, students take a more active role in their spiritual lives through Campus Ministry. They help lead prayer, organize service initiatives, and support younger students in faith-based activities. These experiences encourage responsibility, empathy, and a lasting commitment to living out the Gospel message.
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At St. Mary School, we believe that spiritual growth goes hand in hand with academic success. Our goal is to nurture students who are not only knowledgeable and capable but also compassionate, faith-filled, and ready to serve others with love and integrity.
"St. Mary School is a safe and happy place for our child to learn, not only academically, but also socially and emotionally. We love that SMS offers a rigorous faith based education for our children. We know that the teachers have the ability to work with children one on one due to smaller class sizes. They take the time to answer questions and make sure students understand the material they are learning in class. They even make learning fun with every opportunity! We know that other families and students are also committed to learning and have seen students encourage and help one another to learn. We love that SMS is a safe place to learn about community. We know that St. Mary supports the values we teach at home. The school challenges the students to have self-respect and to be kind to others and students continually rise to the challenge."
- Ashley, St. Mary School Parent