Dear Saint Mary’s Family,

         Welcome to our award winning school! We are proud to be named a United States Department of Education’s No Child Left Behind – Blue Ribbon School in 2004. This status was attained due to a supportive parish and school community, outstanding standardized test scores and exemplary educational programming. Saint Mary’s Catholic School is accredited by the Indiana State Board of Education as well as the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement. We foster a faith-filled learning environment to grow in Christ, love all people, and to serve our God. God made us a family…

We hope the time that you spend here will be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Our purpose is to give your child the best education coupled with a spiritual foundation and school philosophy built on consistence, love, care, and concern.

            A yearlong theme will be reflected throughout the building to promote spirituality and Christian values. We will provide a challenging curriculum delivered by innovative instructional strategies that will ensure optimal student achievement. A safe and nurturing environment to develop positive self-esteem will be a top priority by all faculty and staff members so that all learners can obtain their full potential. 

        We encourage your active involvement in our school. This handbook is to familiarize you with our expectations and procedures.

         We appreciate your support and view the education of your child as a cooperative effort between home and school. Please feel free to contact the school should you have a concern, suggestion, or question.

          On behalf of the outstanding teachers and staff, I welcome you to Saint Mary’s Catholic School.

                                                        Kim Hartlage, Principal