St. Mary Prospective Family Information Packet 2024-25

2024 -2025

ST. MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Prospective Family Information Packet

Welcome to St. Mary

WELCOME MESSAGE Dear Prospective Families, It is with great joy and enthusiasm that I extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of St. Mary Catholic School in Mokena. It is my privilege to introduce you to the outstanding educational and spiritual journey that awaits your child at St. Mary.

At St. Mary Catholic School, we believe in providing a nurturing and faith-filled environment where students from Preschool 3 through 8th grade can thrive academically, spiritually, and socially. Our faculty and staff are committed to fostering an atmosphere of excellence, guiding students to achieve their full potential in both their academic pursuits and personal growth.

Thank you for considering St. Mary Catholic School for your child's education. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming your family into our community.

Dr. Michele Alday-Engelman Principal

MISSION STATEMENT Preparing students for the future through spiritual and academic excellence.

The St. Mary Catholic School community is dedicated to a Catholic environment where we realize our unique potentials while we LEARN, LIVE, AND MODEL Christ’s teachings.

LEARN

LIVE

MODEL

OUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY The St. Mary Catholic Church is committed to the success of our school and the success of each student. There is a genuine care and concern for each student and their personal relationship with Christ. As a Catholic parish and school, we have the privlege of teaching each student their inherent worth and dignity as a child of God. Our beloved clergy, Fr. Dindo Billote and Fr. Sam Conforti, are the pillars of our school, embodying unwavering dedication and spiritual guidance.

Their profound influence not only shapes our religious education but also fosters a sense of community, instilling values that resonate far beyond the classroom, preparing us to navigate life's challenges with faith and resilience.

Tradition builds excellence

“What I like most about St. Mary’s is the teachers.

They push us to be our very best while being caring and patient.”

Charlotte B. - 6th grade

Why St. Mary?

Rigorous curriculum rooted in modern Catholic teachings.

Excellent parent involvement includes activities designed to support SMS and build parent connections.

Technology integrated curriculum with SMART boards, 1:1 technology, and STEAM lab.

Extra support staff including a Nurse and Counselor.

Student Services Department that includes primary Reading Interventionist and Resource Teachers.

“What I like most about SMS is our school masses and all the extracurricular activities, especially sports.”

Jack M. - 7th grade

“What I like most about SMS is the people.

Everyone is so kind, caring, and loving. I’m so happy that I’m a student here.”

Mackenna A. - 8th grade

LIVING OUR FAITH

LEARN STEAM Curriculum Advanced Algebra for 7th & 8th Grade Students I-Ready Assessments and Individualized Instruction Buddy Program for 1st-8th Grades Vertical Alignment with Area Schools

LIVE Children’s Choir Chess Club Athletic Teams Yearbook Club Student Council Academic Bowl Team Girl Scouts National Junior Honor Society New for 2024-25 Intramurals for 1st-4th

MODEL CHRIST Weekly Mass Sacramental Prep for 2nd and 8th grades.

Prayer Parents Program Service Hours Reconciliation -Advent and Lent Fr. Sam’s Elements of the Mass monthly lessons.

2024-25 Tuition Rates Scholarship Tuition Rate

Regular Tuition Rate

1 Child

$6,363.00

$7,363.00

2 Children

$11,013.00

$12,014.00

3 Children

$15,201.00

$16,200.00

4 children

$16,542.00

$17,540.00

5 or more

$17,550.00

$18,550.00

TUITION INFORMATION

Grades K - 8th

Preschool (3 - Year Old) 3 Day Half Day

$2482.00

5 Day Half Day

$3970.00

3 Day Full Day

$3301.00

5 Day Full Day

$5652.00 Preschool (4 - Year Old)

5 Day Full Day

$5652.00

3 Day Full Day (M,W,F) 2 Day Half Day (T, TH)

$4520.00

5 Day Half Day

$3914.00

*Your tuition cost includes all fees except those listed below including book fee, technology fee, and lunch supervision. ** The Scholarship Tuition Rate noted above reflects a $1000 reduction from the Regular Tuition Rate provided by the Pastor of St. Mary Parish to each St. Mary School family who faithfully attends Sunday Mass, and who regularly contributes to the parish.

Fees (Oct) Yearly Milk (Chocolate/White) TBD Communion Fee $65 Pure Orange Juice TBD Confirmation Fee $65 8 oz Water Bottle TBD 8th Graduation Fee $50 PTC Dues TBD K & PK Supply Kit. TBD Yearbook (October Facts Payment) TBD 1:1 Technology Fee Grades 4-8th August Facts Payment $250 *** These fees will be added to your tuition total and will be distributed according to your chosen FACTS payment plan.

Financial Aid Information Available, please contact SMS Principal, Dr. Engelman (mengelman@stmarymokena.org)

2024-25

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Create a SMS Account On FACTS

Start Your Application For more information, contact St. Mary Assistant Principal, Michelle Huizinga (mhuizinga@stmarymokena.org)

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