At St. Mary of the Purification Catholic School, we believe that every child brings something unique and inspiring to the school.  Our students excel in an environment that provides support in an interactive learning environment and promotes stimulating academic challenges in a small class environment.

We welcome students beginning in Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8.  Students work one-on-one with the teacher through individualized learning plans.  As part of the everyday curriculum, students study Religion, English Language Arts, Science/STEM, Math, and Social Studies.  At all levels, additional opportunities for learning through Spanish, Music, Art, Media (Library), Technology, Physical Education, and off-campus field trips are incorporated.  Parents can be actively involved in the learning process through Google Classroom. Students in first through eighth grades are assigned a laptop to assist with online classes.

In accordance with our Catholic beliefs, it is important for our students to continue to build a foundation for understanding their importance in God’s family. Through daily Religion classes and weekly Mass services, St. Mary’s students develop a sense of Christian community.

Quick Facts

• Accredited through the  Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED)

• Accredited through the American Montessori Society (AMS)

• Utilizes the curriculum of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, which is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

• Extended Care Program offered

• Small class sizes (PK-K 20:2, 1st-5th 18:1 student:teacher ratios)

Ancillary Programs
As a part of our commitment to educating the whole child St. Mary’s offers a complete complement of ancillary courses for all students.

• Music – Students participate in music classes once a week. Mr. Guillame guides the music classes.

• Physical Education – Students attend P.E. classes once a week for students in PreK3- K and every day for students in grades 1-5. Coach Seahorn guides the P.E. program.

• Media & Technology – Students visit the library once each week. To ensure our students are prepared for the changing world, we provide an understanding of the latest hardware and software through technology courses. Mr. McKinley guides the media & technology program.

• Art – Students attend art once a week and learn about the genre through various artist and their works. Mr. Powell guides the art classes.

• Spanish – Hola y bienvenido! All students participate in Spanish classes once a week.  Spanish club is held once a week.  Students in grades 1-5 may participate. Ms. Alba guides the Spanish club. Ms. Herbert guides the Spanish classes.