St. Mary Elementary School (Preschool and TK- 8), a primary ministry of St. Mary’s Church, serves to educate the children of St. Mary’s Parish and the surrounding communities.
At a time when many schools are facing cutbacks in program areas like art and music, St. Mary School continues to offer a wonderful array of program opportunities. Many are housed in the beautiful, expanded space of the Cabrini Center.
Our program offerings broaden students’ educational experience and provide:
Specialist instruction to complement the work of the homeroom teacher.
Cultural literacy through personal exploration of the arts.
Safe, structured and supervised out-of-school time.
Growth in physical fitness and sportsmanship through team play.
Exploration of individual talents and creativity.
One thing shared in common by all program offerings – they demonstrate our commitment to the education of the whole child.
St. Mary School is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA).
Love With Devotion
Respect and care for each other permeates St. Mary School. We foster a safe, loving and supportive environment where each individual is accepted and encouraged to grow. Our Community Service program teaches students to reach out to the disadvantaged, and to give of themselves. We work in partnership with parents and family to educate the whole child.
Learn With Passion
Academic excellence is the hallmark of a St. Mary School education. We challenge students to the highest academic standards built upon the foundation of Christ’s love. In addition to core classes in math, reading and language arts, we offer a rich curriculum that includes music instruction, science and technology, art, foreign language, history and religious instruction. Our Resource Program challenges accelerated learners, and provides assistance to those needing extra help. Students leave St. Mary School well prepared for continued academic success, with 98% of our students attending Catholic high schools.
Lead With Faith
Faith and spiritual development are integrated throughout our curriculum. We provide well-rounded opportunities for our students to recognize the presence of Christ in their lives, and to relate Gospel teachings to their own lives and actions. Children prepare for the sacraments, attend mass weekly, and learn about their Catholic heritage and culture. Students are encouraged to recognize and choose Christian values and to develop a deep sense of the presence of God in their lives.
