Catholic Identity (celebrations & clubs)
Our Catholic identity is the core of learning at Saint Mary School. Age-appropriate Religion classes provide our students with a strong foundation in scripture, tradition, church history, prayers, and religious practices. Students are also involved in Retreats, service projects, and celebrations to reinforce the Gospel and put faith into action. School Masses are held every Friday and during special feast days. The students, under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher, prepare liturgies with a different grade responsible each week. Finally, students are given the opportunity during school time to approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation on a regular basis.
It is the expectation of the Saint Mary School learning community, parish, and Archdiocese that the teachings of the Catholic faith be reinforced and modeled at home including attending Mass every Sunday as the Eucharist is the center of Catholic life.
Marian Celebrations
Fostering devotion to our Blessed Mother is a priority in the educational growth of each student. Throughout the year Our Lady's feast days are celebrated in a solemn way with special emphasis during the months of October (Family Rosary Night) and May (May Crowning Ceremony). All families are encouraged to participate in this display of honor and affection to the Mother of God and the patroness of our School and Parish.
Marian Club
Girls in Grades K-8 may participate in the Marian Club. Under the direction of faculty and parent moderators, members are encouraged to develop a love for Mary through prayer, group activities, games, singing, etc.
John Bosco Club
Boys in Grades K-8 may participate in the John Bosco Club. Under the direction of faculty and parent moderators, members are encouraged to develop the spirituality of John Bosco's motto of loving kindness, reason, and religion.
Jeans for John Bosco Day
The 24th of each month is set aside to commemorate John Bosco and the Salesian philosophy of education. The 24th signifies the feast day of Mary Help of Christians (May 24), the patron saint of the Saint John Bosco Salesian family. On the 24th of each month students may pay a dollar to wear appropriately fitting dark blue jeans (no rips) in place of khaki pants or skorts and their Salesian PE shirt. The donation will be used to support our John Bosco Grotto and/or Salesian charities. Students are expected to celebrate our Salesian heritage by doing random acts of kindness.
