Weekly Newsletter – February 14, 2025
Dear Parents,
The Gala was a smashing success. Thank you everyone who was able to attend and/or contribute in some way. Not only was the night incredibly fun, it was terrific to have alumni from each decade stretching from the 1950s through the 2020s and all in between.
Here is a link to the Call to Heart video starring current students, past students, teachers, and administrators.
As soon as we know the total raised, we will share it. Thank you to the entire St. Mary’s school families, parishioners, alumni, and students and for being a part of this special, hard working, and caring community. Go Spartans!
ENROLLMENT IS OPEN
Please be sure to complete the process as soon as possible. It only takes a few moments 
There is a buzz in the area about St. Mary’s and the great educational experience it is for our students and families. We urge you to please continue to share with your friends, neighbors and strangers.
We are pleased with the tours and shadow days we have been able to schedule. It seems as though each week, we have a shadow student, a tour or both (or multiple) . Please encourage those you meet to come by the school and check out our community before we are all full.
Enrollment – Tuition and Fees – Enrollment is open. Please be sure to take a few minutes to complete the registration. It only takes a few minutes.
Enrollment fees will not be due until May/June.
Kindergarten Screening is happening, February 26th from 2:00-3:00. If you know of anyone entering kindergarten, please encourage them to come to St. Mary’s screening to find out all about our exceptional program. Please contact the office for more information.
Have you seen them? The countdown is on….
The St. Mary’s billboards are a big hit on the State Street commute. They are located on 21st St. by West Side Drive In, Veterans’ Memorial, and Willow Lane by Burger N Brew
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St. Mary’s & Niche – Niche and other online channels have been a terrific resource to help outside families learn a little about St. Mary’s. A number of the recent tours have mentioned the reviews are their inspiration to visit us. Right now we have 36 five star reviews! Incredible. If you have time, we would love to add to that total. In addition, each month Niche has a $1000 sweepstakes to families, alumni, or students willing to complete a survey of the school. Click here to leave a review and enter the sweepstakes.
Boisemom.com – St. Mary’s is using this new website as a platform to share information about the school. They have a specific part of their site dedicated to helping families find information about Private Schools.
Hallissey – Volunteer Opportunities
The annual Hallissey basketball tournament is scheduled for February 28, March 1-2. The games are scheduled at St. Joe’s, St. Ignatius and Holy Apostles, and Bishop Kelly. If you have the time and would like to dedicate some hours to helping the tournament be successful, please insert your name in a time slot on the linked form.
Go Spartans!
PI Day Information
It may seem far away to you right now, but Pi Day is on the horizon and Mrs. Russell is beginning to get prepared. OpenTable Boise has agreed to prepare their signature Pi Day Meal for St. Mary’s again! This is a unique, local and LIMITED opportunity.
Please click on the link below for more dates and to order one of these incredible meals (serves 6 with leftovers, in my experience.) Meals will be available for pickup at St. Mary’s parking lot on Wednesday, March 12 from 3 -3:30 pm. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 5 days but also freeze for up to three months (all except the salad!) All proceeds will go to help fund STEM equipment, supplies and experiences for our treasured St. Mary’s students!
Order now – meals are limited!
St. Mary’s Pi-themed dinner Order form
Please forward this email on to anyone you know who might want to order a Pi-Themed dinner and support St. Mary’s Students!
Please mark your calendars for important dates:
- February 17 – NO School – Presidents’ Day
- February 19 – Class Pictures
- February 26 – Kindergarten Screening
- February 29- March 2 – Hallissey Tournament
- March 4 – Shrove Tuesday
- March 5 – Ash Wednesday
Other Important Announcements and Events:
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Youth Baseball – North Boise Little League is proud to announce the North Boise Boltz – a select team for competitive baseball players ages 9 through 12. Spring Tryouts are February 21st at Hillcrest Elementary School. Details are attached, we welcome all players ages 9, 10, 11 and 12 to tryout.
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Nurse News – This is an article from the nursing staff for December.
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Partnership Page – St. Mary’s community is full of many terrific individuals who contribute to our greater community and St. Mary’s through their businesses and careers. It is our objective to provide support and awareness to the families that support us. If you are shopping for products or services, I encourage you to check our partnership page first. I would recommend you to mark the page as a favorite and check back often. If you are interested in having your business highlighted, please submit your information to Ms. Mandy @ amcampanella@stmarys-boise.org
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Calling all Alumni – We want to keep our alumni invited and informed of all happenings around St. Mary’s. If you are an alumni or know any alumni, please fill out the form – St. Mary’s Alumni Information
God bless.
Kevan Grant
St. Mary’s Catholic School- Principal
Other Items of Interest
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Bishop Kelly Athletics – Bishop Kelly has a plethora of athletics happening throughout the Fall. The BK website has a link to team pages with game schedules. Whether you enjoy soccer, volleyball, cross country, there is something for everyone. Home football games are an experience.
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Get your Uniforms and Spirit Wear from Educational Outfitters