St. Mary's School
Cause Area
- Children & Youth
Location
838 KearnySan Francisco, CA 94108 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
With more than 90 years of experience and dedication to excellence in education, it is our mission to teach and foster students to be successful and accomplished individuals that contributes to our community.
Description
St. Mary's School and Chinese Catholic Center is now 90 years young. It has become world re-known for its excellence in bicultural education, social outreach programs, and spiritual services. St. Mary's principal components are:
• An outstanding English elementary school with 200 pupils enrolled in kindergarten through eighth grade, which consistently produces top scorers in high school admission assessments. Graduates are accepted into the most prestigious and competitive high schools and universities.
• An excellent Chinese language curriculum, teaching Mandarin. In addition, St. Mary’s Language School offers late afternoons, evenings, weekends, and summer hours.
• A proven, energetic, year-round, extra-curriculum for young adults, teenagers, and children, such as the summer program, S.M.I.L.E. (St. Mary's Incredible Learning Experience).
• A welcoming bilingual and bicultural spiritual growth and support programs, which includes bringing into harmony Chinese and Christian traditions and values.