The last week of January brings fun and fellowship to Catholic schools all across the United States. It is a week set aside…
Catholic Schools Week
The last week of January brings fun and fellowship to Catholic schools all across the United States. It is a week set aside each year to recognize the difference students receive when educated in a faith-filled environment.
This year’s celebration was kicked off on Sunday Masses at St. Mary Church led by students and families. Following morning Masses, the parish was invited to join in a pancake breakfast and school open house to further strengthen the bond between parish and the school community.
Ohio is one of the top 10 states for Catholic school enrollment according to the National Catholic Educational Association. St. Mary students and families feel fortunate to know that they benefit from low pupil/teacher ratios inside their classrooms and are within the national average range of 14:1. The NCEA reports Catholic school students’ national test scores, high school graduation rates and college attendance rates frequently outperform those in the public and private sectors.
Students celebrated with Crazy Hat and Sock Day and Pray for Peace Day. They also enjoyed a day filled with science put on by COSI science center. Students came together for an assembly on the human body and then had the opportunity to explore further in stations hosted by parent volunteers.
SMS teachers celebrated Wacky Wednesday by delivering the morning announcements in costumes. The teachers were honored with a special lunch from the PTU and played a trick on students by switching classes at the end of the day.
Enrollment is now open for K-8 students for the 2015-16 school year and open enrollment for the preschool program will be held Feb. 11 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the ABC room of the school.
Please call 440-286-3590 to set up a tour or ask questions.
