SMS 8th grader Patrick MacDiarmid III received the Ad Altare Dei (to the altar of God) emblem for Boy Scouts from Bishop Mike yesterday. The Ad Altare Dei program assists Catholic youth members of the Boy Scouts of America develop a fully Christian way of life in a faith community by studying the seven sacraments. #BuzzWorthy
Has your SMS student achieved something notable recently? Do you have news to share with our community as an alum? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share the #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.
Long time Releve' Dance Company buddies and SMS 8th graders Sam and Maeve are starring in The Little Mermaid, Jr. as Ursula and Ariel. The show is April 12-13 at 7PM in the SMS auditorium. Call the office for ticket information.
Reminder - if you'd like your child(ren) in grades K-3 to attend the 8th Grade Babysitting Service Project Night on Friday April 19th from 6-8pm in the gym, please RSVP using the linked form by TOMORROW. https://tinyurl.com/2nh6k9mp
#Meekness #VirtueoftheMonth #MondayMotivation
Order from Pie-O-Mine for dinner tonight & help support SMS 8th graders fundraising for their class trip!
Our core values of KNOWLEDGE, FAITH, FAMILY, SERVICE, & TRADITION make us more than just a school. #CatholicEd #SMStheplacetoBEE #MORE
“Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; hosanna in the highest” (Mt 21:8).
Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter, commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem to celebrate Passover before his death as recounted in the Gospels.
DON'T WORRY ABOUT DINNER ON 3/25 & 4/9! Skip the meal prep & support SMS 8th grade students fundraising for their trip to Washington D.C.! 20% of the proceeds are given back to assist with trip costs. Dine-in, or order in person, online or via phone for takeout. BE SURE TO MENTION THE ORDER IS IN SUPPORT OF 'ST. MARY'S 8TH GRADE CLASS'. When ordering online, put this comment near your name or in the special instructions section.
The HSA Spirit Wear Online Store is open NOW UNTIL 4/1! Check out all the gear, including the SMS warm weather uniform shirt, umbrellas, socks, beach towels, mugs, water bottles, duffel bags, tees, hoodies, caps, and more. Click here to shop: promoplace.com/stmaryswormville/
Check out this Catholic Ed brochure for #throwbackthursday! Fashions many change, but so much remains the same - give your children something solid to which they can anchor their lives... give them roots and wings at St. Mary School Swormville! #StMarys175
Kindergartners at St. Mary School Swormville experience:
SUPERIOR ACADEMICS
• 88% of SMS students score at or above the national average in Math
• 75% of SMS students score at or above the national average in Reading
• Art, Music, Spanish & Physical Education
• Faculty that works as an interdisciplinary team
CATHOLIC IDENTITY
• Daily, student-led prayer
• Religion is a core subject
• Student participation in weekly Mass
• Monthly service projects
ATHLETIC OPPORTUNITIES
• Students as young as Kindergarten can join Swim, Bowling, and Track teams
STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, the ARTS, & Math)
• Dedicated Makerspace and Cross-curricular Projects
• Animation studio, broadcasting capacity, 3-D printing, robotics, & circuitry
• STREAM Engineering Activities
A FOCUS ON FAMILY
• Preschool, elementary, and middle school all on one campus
• Home School Association (HSA) sponsored family and parent events
• Involved, caring, parent community
If you're looking for MORE for your child entering Kindergarten this Fall, contact Rebecca Kisailus, our Enrollment Coordinator for more information and to schedule a tour, or click here to apply: https://www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/o/school/page/registration
SMS 8th grader Billy Dillemuth has been busy... with basketball! Billy plays with Amherst Youth Basketball and two travel teams in addition to the SMS Varsity squad, and has racked up 76 games overall this season! Billy has helped his teams to championships and tournament wins, along with a 10-0 season and a division title for SMS. Billy received an athletic scholarship to St. Mary’s High School in Lancaster, and will be playing for their JV Basketball team next year. Way to go! #BuzzWorthy
Has your student (or alumnus) achieved something notable recently? Have they won an award outside of school for sports, scouts, or another organization? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share their #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.
Our grades 3 & 4 "Lady Bees" Basketball team held it's end-of-season team party last night! Award certificates were handed out to exemplary players, and they even had a little fun with a Moms vs. girls pick-up game! Thank you to all of our parent volunteer coaches!
Yesterday, Jackson and Billy played in the Grammar School All-Star game at St Mary's High School. Way to represent guys! The league also provided SMS with our team's WNYCESAA Bishop Turner Division Champions trophy.
You're Invited! Purchase tickets to the 2024 Spring for Success Auction Gala online now through April 8th: https://stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2024AuctionGala
https://youtu.be/OXf57JF9eD4
Enjoy a few more wonderful photos from #PraynPlay last week. Grade 5 did a marvelous job with the #LivingStations of the Cross. Images courtesy of Jeremy Urbanski. #Lent2024
The Montessori curriculum at SMS is a rich, three-year program for children ages 3-6, that focuses on the core subject areas of Practical Life, Sensory Skills, Math, Language, Geography, and Science. Children learn in a self-paced, hands-on environment that is designed to meet their developmental needs. To learn more about our Montessori Children's House, and schedule a tour or apply for enrollment, click here: https://www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/o/school/page/montessori-childrens-house
#Montessori #PreK #Kindergarten
Students made triptychs in honor of #StJoseph with Mrs. Bishop in Religion today. Triptychs date back to the Middle Ages, adorning the altarpieces of churches. Relaying stories of the bible and aiding prayer, they are an important way to visualize Christianity & show devotion.
Happy St. Joseph's Day!
A child's prayer to St. Joseph: St. Joseph, watch over me & care for me just as you cared for the child Jesus; & by your help, may I come to know your Son, & so grow in strength & wisdom & the favor of God. Amen.
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/st-joseph-saints-for-kids/
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Our middle school students have been rolling up their sleeves and getting artistic with these lovely acrylic paintings! Check out their many beautiful works of art, including a rendering of our very own St. Mary's chapel! #painting #artclass #creativity #stMarys175
