Programs

The I am a Gift from God program begins with God's love for us. It invites the children, and their families, to reflect on and appreciate the love they receive from family members, friends, and others. It provides children with the fundamental skills to safeguard themselves and encourages children to express themselves to their parents, other family members, friends, and trusted adults. It invites children to seek and be supported by the community in the best Christian tradition. It is about hope and the shared responsibility of the Christian community to promote and protect the dignity and worth of God’s children. https://stmarysparish.ca/

French language exposure is offered in all grades. French lessons are theme-based and full of fun and movement.

Physical Education classes will provide students with opportunities to get active, develop fitness skills, and build a positive community. The movements and skills presented and practiced are organized to fit varied grade levels, allowing students the opportunity to develop complex movements, build an awareness for a variety of sports, and experience fun while being active. Some of the sports they will participate in are basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, soccer, and cross country.
Students will also experience the benefits of a healthy and positive attitude, while playing individual and team sports. Let’s get active and have fun!

The focus of Applied Design, Skills, and Technology Class is to provide students with weekly activities which will promote their curiosity, wonder, creativity, and life skills. Students will learn and develop skills in areas such as cooking/foods, sewing, building/creating, as well as a variety of outdoor activities.

We support each child’s unique learning journey. Students who have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) receive targeted support based on the specific goals outlined in their plan.

Learning Assistance

We provide high-quality learning support services which may include:

• Numeracy

• Literacy

• Other programs as required to meet IEP goals

With a focus on SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, time-bounded) goals and consistent intervention, our students are empowered to achieve their full potential.

"We have different gifts according to the grace given to each of us."
- Romans 12:6-7

Inclusive Education

At St. Mary’s School, we provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment where children with diverse learning needs are supported to thrive.

Our Educational Assistants are compassionate, skilled, and experienced professionals who work closely with teachers to ensure that every student has meaningful access to our high standards of learning. We nurture each child’s academic, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual growth through individualized support and understanding.

Recognizing that every child is uniquely created in the image of God, we design programs that bring out each student’s strengths while upholding their dignity and fostering a genuine sense of belonging within our school community.

Literacy Support

St. Mary’s School is a vibrant, multicultural community where students from a wide range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds are welcomed and supported. We value the rich perspectives each child brings and create an environment where every student feels a true sense of belonging.

Our Literacy Support Program provides focused instruction for students developing their English language and literacy skills. Through guided practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, students gain confidence and proficiency — from vocabulary and grammar to sentence and paragraph development.

Our dedicated teachers and support staff celebrate students’ eagerness to learn, guiding them toward success while honouring their individual stories, cultures, and gifts.

Arts

Spring Musical (auditions in December): Monday - Thursday rehearsals at 7:30 am from January - March, cast roles open to intermediate grades.

Choir (Grades 4-7, September - June): Singing at school masses and special occasions, practice once per week at lunch.

Athletics

Track and Field (Grades 3-7, April - June, tryouts in March): Twice per week. after school.

Soccer (Grades 4-6, Fall): Boys and girls teams. Practices at lunch, one game per week, after school.

Cross Country (Grades 3-6, September-October): 1-2 practices per week at lunch, 3 meets per season.

Tripleball (Grades 4-6, November - January): Boys and girls teams, practices at lunch.

Basketball (Grades 4-6, February - April): Boys and Girls teams, practices before school and at lunch.

Faith

Altar Server Club (Grades 4-7, September - June): practices as scheduled

Clubs

Dance Club

Chess Club

Art Club

Being stewards of our faith is important, and we're committed to performing acts of service in and around our community.

Students brainstorm their own ways to help, and put their ideas into action – such as singing at retirement homes, holding food drives and baking for the homeless.

Kids Who Can is a Grade 6 service club that invites students to live out the question, “How will you make a difference in this world?” Rooted in faith and a spirit of service, students use their time, talents, and treasures to help others and make a positive impact in their community.

Through creative projects and service initiatives, the group raises funds and awareness for local and global causes. Students often share the fruits of their efforts at school events such as the Christmas Market and during parish gatherings after Mass.

The program fosters leadership, compassion, and a deep understanding of how even the smallest actions can reflect God’s love in the world.

They give their time...

• Cleaning

• Yard work

• Performing at local hospitals and seniors homes

• Shopping for Christmas hampers

• Providing the Shrove Tuesday pancake breakfast

• Preparing and serving meals to the school community

...and support individuals and organizations in need.

• Students take part in service projects that reflect their commitment to sharing time, talents, and treasures with those less fortunate. Their efforts often include partnering with faith-based organizations such as Chalice, a Canadian Catholic charity that supports children, families, and communities in developing countries through education, nutrition, and spiritual formation.

The Saint Mary's community is full of powerful young people passionate about the opportunity to create positive change in our world.