K-12 -- America's School Spirit Challenge

This school has teachers who continually strive to do better each year and to continue to challenge the students. Dr. McAneny is an amazing principal who has morals, character & a strong dedication to the Catholic education. The families have each others' backs and we want all of the children to succeed in school and in life!

I taught at St. Mary's up until 2 years ago, I left there to raise a family. The school is by no means in my backyard, yet I go there once or twice a week to help out with some clubs or the PTA...why, you might ask? Because St. Mary's is more than a great learning institution, it is a family. The staff are my friends, and they take seriously the responsibility and the PRIVILEGE to educate a child. Dr. McAneny is a great motivator and has a strong background in the Catholic school tradition. The children of St. Mary's School are not just educated, they are nurtured to be confident, self-directed individuals capable of making reflective choices in a multi-cultural and technological society. They are prepared by the staff to become leaders, rich in the Mercy tradition through a diverse academic and co-curricular progam.

The school instills not just a fine academic foundation but a most important religious foundation. You wouldn't find a more caring, loving, group of people who only want the best for all the children.

St. Mary's School has the values that I want my daughter to have.

The first day we walked our oldest child into the pre-K classroom at St. Mary school we knew we were home. The statue of the Blessed Mother welcomed us with open arms. Throughout the past 5 years we have been blessed with many friends who have loved and supported us through the worst of times. We know when our children walk the halls, they are looked after and cared for as if they are amongst family. It is a school that goes beyond teaching academics. The teachers and faculty teach love for each other, respect for each other and how a belief in God and the Holy Spirit will guide you throughout life. My children feel safe and loved every day. St Mary School has a strong academic focus coupled with a firm spiritual base. It is a school unlike any other. And I am proud to have my children wear its uniform.

A great place to be a student :)

Having been part of the St. Mary School family for 16 years, we've seen many changes at the school. But some things never change: the respect and loving concern shown each child by the extraordinary faculty and staff, the goal for each student to reach his/her academic potential, and the lessons on living their faith. The classes are connected to one another as well as the past and future of the school by the continuing of traditions at St. Mary's, such as the hosting of monthly Mass by each grade, Catholic Schools Week activities, 8th grade's Living Stations of the Cross, the May Crowning, and Fly Up Day. The fact that the children are not only allowed, but encouraged to discuss God, their faith, and moral guidelines for making life choices, is one of the main reasons we chose Catholic education for our children. The St. Mary School building may not have all the "bells and whistles" of the public schools, but our children are succeeding admirably in high school and college, and St. Mary's is the foundation of their success.

There is nothing like St. Mary School! Any children and families associated with the school feel proud and blessed to be a part of this establishment. The teachers and administration are wonderful and the support of the parish is amazing!

This is our third year at SMS and we love it! I would recommend St Mary's to anyone who wants the best faith based education for their child. The SMS family is one of a kind!

When my husband and I entered the doors of St Mary School nine years ago we knew it was a place where our son wound be safe and educated academically and spiritually. We have watched carefully these many years and we have never regretted our decision to stay at this fine school. The halls of St Mary School are graced by our amazing children who are cared for and nurtured by the spiritual guidance of our pastor, the academic wisdom and leadership of our principal, the dedication and commitment of our teachers and the generosity and tireless giving of our parents. Not only are these classrooms filled with challenging academic lessons, these halls are filled with lessons of kindness, caring, and love. The daily practice of our faith and strong moral values are ever present for our children to see. This small little school houses a family with a giant heart! St Mary School may not be perfect, few things are, but it is perfectly suited for us! We are grateful for each and every member of this school family who enhance our son's life.