John P. Mizelle, M.Ed.

Principal

Dear parents and Friends,

Welcome to St. Mary’s Catholic School.  Our school is proud to offer our students an exceptional education experience in a family oriented, Catholic environment.  St. Mary’s faculty and staff believe that all children are capable of learning, if given the proper guidance, motivation, and time. In addition, they are encouraged to reach their full potential. To this end, we set high standards for academic achievement and personal behavior.

I believe that parents and teachers are partners in educating children; this task is much easier with the understanding and cooperation of both parties. In addition, I realize that each child is unique, and I invite you to visit with your child's teacher and me about the special needs of your child. I believe personal responsibility and maintaining a positive learning environment are keys to our students' success.

The focus of the future, during our centennial year and beyond, should be on service and excellence. We are pleased, as the staff and faculty of St. Mary’s Catholic School, to have the opportunity to serve and work with you and your children. The importance of teaching and learning inspire and support the challenge and commitment we have for a quality education with spiritual and character development.

St. Mary’s Catholic School’s teachers, staff, and I understand the following realities:

The student is the most important person in any school.

The student is not an interruption of our work - he or she is the purpose of it.

The student is not just a statistic. He or she is a flesh-and-blood human being with feelings and emotions.

The student is one who comes to us with needs and/or wishes. It is our job to do our best to fulfill them.

The student is deserving of the most courteous and attentive treatment we can offer.

The student is the lifeblood of this and every other school.

Without him or her, we would have to close our doors.

It is our sincere desire that all students leave St. Mary's Catholic School with the educational foundation that will enable them to succeed in secondary school and beyond. In addition, we want our students to enter their next level of education with a positive self-image brought on by experiencing success in their academic efforts and spiritual growth in their personal lives..

I look forward to working with the families of the Saint Mary's School community, and I ask for your support and prayers for the continued success of our school.

Yours in Christ,

John P. Mizelle, M.Ed.

Principal