May 29, 2024

On Friday, May 17, surrounded by loved ones, classmates, guides, and the spirit of the SCM community, Jasmin Cabecera and Caleb Mariano Trejo Miramon graduated from St. Catherine's Montessori High School.

In their commencement addresses, the graduates spoke about their Montessori experiences, love for the St. Catherine's community, and their gratitude for the support they received during their years at SCM. After the ceremony, a reception was enjoyed by all and the graduates silently walked the school labyrinth to complete their journeys as St. Catherine's students.

Click here to view photos from commencement.

Dismissal Reminders for Tomorrow, May 30

A final reminder that all full-day students will dismiss at 12:00 PM tomorrow - Thursday, May 30, 2023. Aftercare is not available.

Please review the following dismissal procedures. We appreciate your patience with this process!

• Infant Community will be dismissed between 11:15 and 11:30 AM with their older SCM siblings. Siblings will meet parents in the Welcome Center. 
• All ½ day Primary will be dismissed at 11:30 AM with their older SCM siblings in the carpool line. 
• All full-day Primary, Elementary and High School will be dismissed at 12:00 PM (unless they have an Infant sibling or ½ day Primary sibling, in which case they will be dismissed at times stated above). 
• Please do not arrive before 11:50 AM for the 12:00 PM dismissal. In the event you arrive while 11:30 AM dismissal is in process, we will ask you to circle the line until our 11:30 AM dismissal is complete.

Save the Date: Dominican Family Educational Meeting

You are invited to learn more about the Dominican Family on Monday, August 26, 2024, at the Dominican Sisters Conference Center at 6501 Almeda Road. Wine and snacks begin at 6:00 PM with the gathering beginning at 6:30 PM. Attendees will hear about our story of walking side by side with the Dominican Sisters of Houston and the formation process for the Dominican Family. 

This Fall marks the Dominican Family's 16th anniversary. Since its beginning in 2008, more than 175 women and men have committed to promoting the principles of St. Dominic through prayer, study, community, and ministry. Please contact Sr. Carol Mayes, O.P. for more information and to RSVP at cmayes@domhou.org or 713-440-3817.

June Family Meet-up and Playdate

Please join us at Evelyn’s Park on Saturday, June 15, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM for our June Family Meet-up & Playdate for Infant Community through Elementary families.

Evelyn's Park is located at 4400 Bellaire Boulevard. It has a water feature in its children’s park, so please bring swimsuits, towels, and water toys so the children can splash around and cool off. There are public restrooms on site. 

Click here to RSVP.

Please contact Amy Walz at awalz@stcathmont.org if you have any questions.

INSIDE THE CLASSROOM

Elementary Classroom Plays

Four Elementary classrooms have delighted audiences with recent theatrical productions. Click on the links below to view photos from each play.

Mr. Jaime's Lower Elementary class - The Emperor's New Hair, The Popsicle Boy, and Little Late Riding Hood

Ms. Hannah's Lower Elementary class - Aesop's Tales

Ms. Spesia's Upper Elementary class - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Mr. Snow's Upper Elementary class - The Comedy of Errors

Transitions

As we conclude another school year, our children and adolescents have been preparing for the next steps in their journey at St. Catherine’s. The third-year students had a special lunch together to memorialize their time together before moving up to Upper Elementary. The sixth-years celebrated their Rite of Passage at Camp Allen, where they reflected on their Elementary journey, worked on speeches, and built a 9-square game as a gift to the Elementary playground. The ninth-years celebrated their upcoming transition into the High School with a trip to the beach with the High School students.

Thank you to our generous community of families, friends, and partners who made this an incredible year of fundraising at St. Catherine's Montessori! With a record-breaking SCM Annual Fund and Great Conversations, our donors have made an immediate and sustained impact on the school.

Click here to read our 2023-2024 Annual Report and learn more about the great things happening at St. Catherine's!

AC SPOTLIGHT

AC Portfolio Showcase

Last Thursday evening the Adolescent Community hosted their Portfolio Showcase. The event provided a platform for the adolescents to showcase their favorite works from this year. The gymnasium was transformed into a fair-like setting, adorned with colorful displays and interactive exhibits. Each student had their own designated space to present their portfolio, which gave attendees the opportunity to explore. Each work was a testament to the dedication, skill, and personal growth of the adolescents, encapsulating their unique academic journeys throughout this school year.

Click here to view photos from the event.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

This spring, our first group of SCM High School alumni are completing their undergraduate careers. Click here to learn what some of them have been up to at college and university and what they have planned for the future. Congratulations to the class of 2024!

Jacob Blackman '21

Sophia Devereux '20

PARENT SERVICE ORGANIZATION (PSO)

Thank You from the PSO

Dear Parent Volunteers,

I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in making our Parent Service Organization a resounding success this year. Your commitment to serving our uniquely wonderful community has not gone unnoticed.

Throughout the year, you have upheld cherished traditions while also breathing life into new ones, demonstrating your creativity and passion for making a difference. From tending to our grounds to assisting in classrooms, supporting our faculty and staff, and enriching the lives of our young musicians and student-athletes, your contributions have been invaluable.

Your selfless acts of service, whether attending community events, donating to the worthy educational cause, or simply offering a listening ear, embody the spirit of generosity and kindness that defines our community. It is through your collective efforts, time, and love that we continue to thrive and grow together.

Please know that your dedication is deeply appreciated, and the impact of your contributions reverberates far beyond measure. Thank you for being the heart and soul of our community, and for all that you do to make it a better place for us all.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Vy Collett

PSO President 2022-2024

PaperPie Virtual Book Fair Through May 31

The PSO Friends of the Library is hosting a virtual book fair until May 31. Our partner, PaperPie (formerly known as Usborne Books), publishes high-quality, beautifully illustrated books for children of all ages. This is a perfect opportunity to refresh your young reader's bookshelf for the summer while supporting St. Catherine's library.

Visit the online store and view the library's wishlist.

Book Ordering Instructions

Thursday, May 30

• Splash Day
• Last Day of School. Early Dismissal for All Students, 12:00 PM. After-school Program Closed
• PaperPie Virtual Book Fair

Friday, May 31

• No School - In-service Day for employees
• Last Day of PaperPie Virtual Book Fair

Saturday, June 15

• Family Meet-up & Playdate for Infant Community-Elementary families, 9:00-10:30 AM (Evelyn's Park; 4400 Bellaire Blvd.)

For more calendar events please check our website.