🍕 Let's do lunch! SMS families, please check your text messages and email, the September lunch order is due THIS COMING MONDAY, AUG. 24th. Don't miss out on ordering lunch for your students for back to school.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER: https://www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/o/school/page/lunch

#lunchtime #backtoschool #SMStheplacetoBEE
3 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Cafeteria News lunch orders

🐝✏️📚 St. Mary School Families - in case there were any links that didn't work for you in our recent communications for orientation/supply drop off day, please see below.

The Hive: stmaryschoolswormville.org/hive

2026-7 School Supply Lists: https://tinyurl.com/ycy5htbt

Uniforms: https://tinyurl.com/yu2u5jrs

After School Care: https://www.justforkidsonline.org/st.-mary-school

First Lessons Sign Up (Pre-K Orientation): https://tinyurl.com/57rnhex3

Montessori Supply Drop Off Info: https://tinyurl.com/bddyv39b

Kindergarten Orientation/ Supply Drop Off Info: https://tinyurl.com/4w9uw339

Grades 1-8 Supply Drop Off Info: https://tinyurl.com/4fd3s3mu

#backtoschool2026 #supplydropoffday #schoolsupplyshopping #SMStheplacetoBEE


6 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Back to School graphic
It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of Barbara Meinhold. Barbara was an active volunteer in our school and classrooms, and touched the lives of many St. Mary School students. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from St. Mary's Church Swormville on Friday, August 21 at 10:30AM.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/east-amherst-ny/barbara-meinhold-13002899

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. ✝️
6 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Mrs. Meinhold photo
Don't miss Popsicles with the Principal!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1st | 6-7 PM ST. MARY SCHOOL PLAYGROUND

Enjoy a popsicle and some fun on the playground with your school friends and Mrs. D’Angelo before heading back to class for the year. If you are new to SMS this is a great time to get to know other students and parents!

#yum #playground #makenewfriends #popsicles #SMStheplacetoBEE
7 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
flyer describing an event on a playground with popsicles

🐝🌎 Where in the world are St. Mary's teachers & staff this summer? See if you can guess!

Our Enrollment Coordinator, Mrs. Kisailus, has been traveling in NYS with her family. Their first stop included waterfall walks, exploring a six story tree house, and meeting some new friends! Can you guess where she is?

#StMarySchool #SMStheplacetoBEE #WhereintheWorld #SummerVacation

9 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
where in the world
📬 SMS families, check your mailbox, email, or text messages for electronic copies of the 2026 Summer Letter & Orientation/Supply Drop Off Info!

✏️ Information on school supply lists, uniforms, & after school care can be found on our Parent Resources page: stmaryschoolswormville.org/resources

📆 Please note important upcoming dates in Aug. & Sept. by visiting our school events calendar in The Hive, our password protected page for SMS families: stmaryschoolswormville.org/hive

☀️ We hope everyone is enjoying these last few weeks of summer & we can't wait to see you all on campus soon!

#backtoschool2026 #soakupsummer #schoolsupplies #uniforms #supplydropoffday #SMStheplacetoBEE
9 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
back to school graphic

Join our St. Mary School family! Now hiring for PreK multi-age 3,4,5 Classroom Teacher. Click here to learn more & apply: https://www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/jobs

10 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
student practicing writing his name

🐝🌎 Where in the world are St. Mary's teachers & staff this summer? See if you can guess!

Mrs. Bishop & her family visited this premier beach town, renowned for its soft sugar-sand shores, the iconic red lighthouse, & vibrant Coast Guard City, USA designation. Where do you think they went?

#StMarySchool #SMStheplacetoBEE #WhereintheWorld #SummerVacation

11 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Mrs. Bishop's Vacation Photos

🐝🌎 Where in the world are St. Mary's teachers & staff this summer? See if you can guess!

Mrs. Hammond took in some natural & scenic wonders recently at the "Grand Canyon of the East." She explored a 14,427-acre park featuring a dramatic gorge, sheer cliffs as high as 600 feet, & three major roaring waterfalls. Where was she?

#StMarySchool #SMStheplacetoBEE #WhereintheWorld #SummerVacation

12 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Mrs. Hammond's vacation photos

🐝🌎 Where in the world are St. Mary's teachers & staff this summer? See if you can guess!

Mrs. Hammond had a fun getaway to this scenic 19th-century town known for its well-preserved heritage architecture, world-class cool-climate wineries, renowned theater festival, & War of 1812 military history. Where was she?

#StMarySchool #SMStheplacetoBEE #WhereintheWorld #SummerVacation

13 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Mrs. Hammond's vacation photos

💙🐝🤍This summer, we're celebrating our Class of 2026 Bees who are headed off to high school this fall! We are so proud of all of them, & wish them the best as they continue achieving great things as SMS alumni.

🎓ANDREW Z. - Andy joined the class in Kindergarten. He participated in the 8th grade service projects, but spent most of his time working on the St. Agnes Project. Andy enjoyed baking cookies as well. He was a member of our baseball, basketball, & soccer teams at St. Mary’s. Additionally he enjoyed participating in morning intramurals, art club, the musical, & chess club. He also did well in the Knights of Columbus Essay Contest. Andy received the poetry award in ELA. He has been accepted to Canisius High School where he will attend in the fall, & received a scholarship. Andy also received the President’s Award for Academic Achievement at graduation.

#OnceABeeAlwaysABee #SMStheplacetoBEE #Classof2026 #SMSAlumni

14 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Andy

🐝🌎 Where in the world are St. Mary's teachers & staff this summer? See if you can guess where Mrs. Leong was on her last stop of vacation...

She followed in the footsteps of St. Ignatius Loyola, and was fortunate to travel with Fr. Chuck, who said Mass for the group in the room where St. Ignatius actually passed away! Leave your best guesses in the comments as to where she was in these photos.

#StMarySchool #SMStheplacetoBEE #WhereintheWorld #SummerVacation

14 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Mrs. Leong's vacation photos

💙🐝🤍This summer, we're celebrating our Class of 2026 Bees who are headed off to high school this fall! We are so proud of all of them, & wish them the best as they continue achieving great things as SMS alumni.

🎓AUSTIN X. - Austin was the newest addition to our class, joining us for his 8th grade year. Austin jumped right into St. Mary School & participated in all of the 8th grade service projects, including baking Christmas cookies. Austin plays the violin & we all enjoyed his talents at our Christmas program. Austin also participated in drama club with a role in Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat. Although Austin wasn’t on any sports teams, we learned at the 8th grade vs. Teachers volleyball game that he really knew how to serve a ball! Austin received awards for improvement in technology, improvement in Spanish, improvement in art, effort in PE, & effort in ELA. Austin will be attending Williamsville East High School in the fall. Austin received the New York State Attorney General Triple “C” Award, & the President’s Award for Academic Excellence at graduation.

#OnceABeeAlwaysABee #SMStheplacetoBEE #Classof2026 #SMSAlumni

15 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Austin
✝️📚 Did you know some of the first schools in our country were Catholic?

"The Church has always believed that education is about more than acquiring knowledge. It is about forming the whole person. This is because Catholics have always understood that the mind and the soul were never meant to be separated. The goal was to prepare students for a life of truth, wisdom, and ultimately, holiness."

Read more: https://www.catholiccompany.com/blogs/magazine/did-you-know-some-of-the-first-schools-in-our-country-were-catholic

#CatholicSchools #formation #catholicvalues #tomorrowsleaders #SMStheplacetoBEE
16 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
photos of catholic school students
A dozen reasons to choose catholic schools

💙🐝🤍This summer, we're celebrating our Class of 2026 Bees who are headed off to high school this fall! We are so proud of all of them, & wish them the best as they continue achieving great things as SMS alumni.

🎓 GRACE W. - Grace joined St. Mary’s in 1st grade. Grace participated in all 8th grade service projects, & delivered gifts to needy families through the St. Agnes project which she felt was one of the most meaningful experiences she has had. She was also one of our excellent 8th grade bakers, & was often found caring for younger students throughout the school, & especially in her faith family. Grace participated in the weekly middle school bible study & was in the drama club. She participated on the St. Mary’s volleyball team & loved getting friends together to practice volleyball during recess as well. Grace received awards for improvement in ELA, excellence in biology, improvement in math, & improvement in music. Grace is excited about attending Sacred Heart Academy in the fall. Grace received the President’s Award for Academic Achievement at graduation.

#OnceABeeAlwaysABee #SMStheplacetoBEE #Classof2026 #SMSAlumni

16 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Grace

🐝🍂🍁 Last chance to sign up for Fall Sports! Please register using the following links. Practices begin in late August.

🏊🏻‍♀️ Co-ed Swimming (grades K-8):
These are not lessons, students must know how to swim, the cost is $150.
https://tinyurl.com/mr2p8ycu

⚾️ Boys Baseball (grades 7-8):
Boys in 7th and 8th grade can play as a part of the St. Amelia's baseball team. If you are interested, please email Mrs. D'Angelo ASAP.

🏐 Girls Volleyball (grades 5–8):
We are hoping to put a team together. The link is for volleyball student and/or coaching interest only and is not the registration. Currently there is NO COACH for the fall, maybe you'd like to volunteer!
https://tinyurl.com/3emsd82f

New school families, learn more about our Sports Program here: www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/sports

#youthsports #swimteam #baseball #volleyball #fallsports #getactive #SJPII

17 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Sports graphic with saint quote

💙🐝🤍This summer, we're celebrating our Class of 2026 Bees who are headed off to high school this fall! We are so proud of all of them, & wish them the best as they continue achieving great things as SMS alumni.

🎓ABNER T. - Abner began at St. Mary’s in Kindergarten. He participated in all of the 8th grade service projects, including cleaning the church & baking cookies. Abner was also an active member of the basketball, soccer, & track teams during his time at SMS. He also has a hidden talent for Ninja Warrior. Abner proudly placed in the Knights of Columbus Citizenship Essay Contest. Abner received an award for excellence in math at graduation, & he received the Loyola Grant Award from Canisius High School where he will attend in the fall. Abner is a member of the National Junior Honor Society, & received the President’s Award for Academic Excellence.

#OnceABeeAlwaysABee #SMStheplacetoBEE #Classof2026 #SMSAlumni

17 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Abner
MERCY Catholic Youth meets TONIGHT AT 6:30 PM! Grades 6-12 come on over to Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary Church | 4375 Harris Hill Rd. | 6:30-8:00 PM |
We are going to have Adoration for part of the evening!
Students who know Christ, love the Church, and pray with the Church.
Students who live with courage, charity, reverence, and conviction.
17 days ago, Together in Christ Family Communications
MERCY Catholic Youth Info card

🤔 🌎 Where in the world are St. Mary's teachers & staff this summer? See if you can guess!

Mrs. Leong's next stop after Paris, France included a visit to the tomb of St. Carlo Acutis, the Basilica of St. Francis, & seeing the original San Damiano Cross at the Basilica of St. Clare. Can you guess where she was?

#StMarySchool #SMStheplacetoBEE #WhereintheWorld #SummerVacation

17 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Mrs. Leong's photos from a summer trip

💙🐝🤍This summer, we're celebrating our Class of 2026 Bees who are headed off to high school this fall! We are so proud of all of them, & wish them the best as they continue achieving great things as SMS alumni.

🎓 BRUK T. - Bruk joined St. Mary’s in 1st grade. A few years later, his family left for a job overseas & Bruk returned to his class at the end of last school year like he had never been away. Bruk participated in the 8th grade service projects & cookie baking with his classmates. He also played soccer with our St. Mary’s teams for all of the years he was eligible to play, as soccer is one of Bruk’s passions. He is receiving an award for effort in health. Bruk will be attending Canisius High School in the fall, & received the Loyola Grant Award, Jed Dietrich, esq. ‘87 Award, & Colleen Dietrich, esq. Endowed Scholarship. Bruk also received the President’s Award for Academic Achievement at graduation.

#OnceABeeAlwaysABee #SMStheplacetoBEE #Classof2026 #SMSAlumni

18 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Bruk