 St. Mary's Grade School has been involved in the education of children for over one hundred thirty years. Originally, a school had been started in 1870 and was taught by the Franciscan Sisters from Joliet, Illinois. The school was located in a small private residence rented on Partridge St. and lasted only a year. A school was begun again in 1874 by Reverend George Mager and housed in a building where the present convent stands. The next school was located where the north end of the present building stands and only lasted from 1890 until 1922 due to structural problems. The present building was built in 1923 with additions completed in 1940 and again in the 1952. In 1878, Father Francis Xavier Strunk asked the German community of Ursuline Sisters of Louisville Kentucky to take charge of the school. The Ursuline sisters taught at St. Mary’s from 1878 until 1894. German and English were both used in the school at that time. The Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception from Heading Avenue in Peoria, Illinois, began teaching in 1894 and have taught at St. Mary’s School ever since through spring of 2005. The parish of St. Mary’s began as a mission in 1864 and was served by the Capuchin priests from 1877 until 1894 and by the Friars Minor from 1894 until 2001. In June of 2001, the Franciscans left and Diocesan Priests now staff the parish. Many students are from families who have attended the school for generations. St. Mary’s School welcomes new families and invites all to come see the school and hear about the curriculum and programs offered. Presently, the school houses grades preschool through eighth grade. Three and four-year old preschool classes were added beginning with the 2003-2004 school year. |
New School Admissions and Enrollment DirectorJune 08 2009We have exciting things in store for 2009_2010 school year!! For information about our school program offerings, admissions and enrollment please contact Donna Leubers. Email: or phone: 309-264-5426. We look forward to seeing you at registration in August! VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED..METAMORA OLD SETTLERS DAYS - St. Mary’s Foodtent Fundraiser 23-27 June 2009June 04 2009WE NEED EVERYONE’S HELP WITH THIS FUNDRAISER from Tues. June 23rd through Sat. June 27th 2009
Tent setup will begin at 5 at our location on the Metamora Square by the post office. Staging and prep for transporting items from the school and church will begin once we get the tent started. Beverages will be available at our food tent location! Contacts Karen Datzman 397.2611 cell or home 383.2564; and Connie & Kip Dubois home 383.2970. Click to the right for detailed information about sign-ups Details for Volunteer Sign-ups SCHOOL SONG - SPECIAL PROJECTMay 13 2009WE NEED YOUR HELP!
The tune is the same as the FIGHTING ILLINI song. Here are the words:
We’re loyal to you St. Mary’s Grade.
Six Students Earn Gold, Silver, and Bronze at State Science Fair 5/9/09May 11 2009Nate Cummings 7th Grade earns Gold Medal and top honors for “Best in Category”. Click here to see more award winners Adam Schmillen Qualifies for Archery Nationals!! Team Places 3rd at State!May 09 2009CONGRATULATIONS Adam on 1st at State. Good Luck at Nationals in Louisville, KY!! Several Track and Field Athletes Qualify for State!May 09 2009Stay tuned for more details when final results are available. Click here for more details Scholastics Bowl Team takes 1st in State!!May 09 2009CONGRATULATIONS Team on taking 1st in State! SCHWAN’s EDUCATION FUNDRAISERMarch 29 2009NEXT SCHWAN’s FUNDRAISER Sun. June 7, 2009 - supports STM School & CCD/ Catholic Education. Use STM Campaign ID# 20648
SCHOOL CALENDARMarch 23 2009APRIL 1: Spring SCHOOL PHOTOS For more information / tips on what to wear / grooming go to http://www.lifetouch.com
SUMMER SPORTS & CAMP ACTIVITIESMarch 23 2009The School Office has various summer camp forms available. Stop in for forms for camps listed below if no weblink provided.
Fun and Son Play Group Registration*
PND Soccer Camp *
MTHS CAMPS:
MYSA Metamora Youth Sports Assoc. registrations accepted until APRIL 4th for tee-ball, baseball, & softball programs for boys and girls age 5-14 available at Click here for registration applications Contacts: Rob Swain (367-2498) for tee-ball or baseball and Mike Miller (367-9265) for softball. GHAA Germantown Hills Athletic Assoc. Click Here for GHAA Summer Sports
Art & Science in the Woods
Summer Camp Roommate
School Web ContactMarch 17 2009Karen Datzman ADMISSIONS & ENROLLMENT DIRECTOR - Donna LuebersJanuary 23 2008Phone or email Donna for admissions and enrollment information:
IMPORTANT LINKSJanuary 15 2008
Village of Metamora
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