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Empowered to Lead: St. Martin's Girls Seize Statewide Leadership Opportunities
June 8th, 2026
At St. Martin's Episcopal School, education extends far beyond the classroom walls. The unique academic environment is intentionally designed to foster deep confidence, encouraging students to embrace new challenges and step into leadership roles with conviction. This dedication to growth and opp...
St. Martin’s Educator Brings History to Life on National WWII Museum Stage
June 3rd, 2026
A few weeks ago, the lights went down at BB’s Stage Door Canteen inside The National WWII Museum, transporting audiences to the 1940s through the vibrant rhythms of Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor. The biographical tribute was a triumph of historical storytelling, moving past Hollywood carica...
St. Martin’s Senior Internship Program Bridges Classroom Learning and Real World Experience
May 28th, 2026
For seniors at St. Martin’s, the two weeks between the final day of class and graduation are defined by a long-standing tradition. For more than 30 years, graduating classes have participated in the Senior Internship Program, an initiative designed to provide real-world learning experiences that g...
Marti Awards Celebrate Performing Arts Students
May 19th, 2026
The St. Martin’s Performing Arts Department hosted the Marti Awards on May 7, celebrating the achievements, growth, and creativity of students in the Performing Arts Department. The International Thespian Society (ITS) is an honor society for high school theatre students, and St. Martin’s Epi...
LSU Star and St. Martin's Alum Harlem Berry ’25 Inspires Young Athletes at St. Martin’s Youth Football Camp
May 18th, 2026
LSU running back and St. Martin’s Episcopal School alumnus Harlem Berry returned to his alma mater this weekend to host a free youth football skills camp. Held at Tony Porter Field in Metairie, the event drew 200 young athletes from ages 8 to 16 who participated in specialized positional drills an...
Spring Athletes Recognized at May Athletic Awards Ceremony
May 18th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School proudly recognized the achievements of its spring student-athletes during the 2026 Spring Athletic Awards Ceremony, held on May 14, 2026. The morning celebration honored students for athletic excellence, academic achievement, leadership, and sportsmanship across the s...
Sixth Grade Innovation + Design Students Build Custom Furniture for Younger Students
May 15th, 2026
View this post on Instagram A post shared by St. Martin's Episcopal School (@stm_saints) Sixth grade students at St. Martin's Episcopal School are blending practical skills with creative problem-solving. Mr. Robby Stanley's Innovation + ...
Fourth Grade Living Museum Details Famous Figures Throughout History
May 11th, 2026
This morning, our Fourth Graders wrapped up their Living Museum project, bringing history to life! Each student researched a famous figure, wrote an informational essay, and then stepped into character to deliver a first-person speech to Lower School students, faculty, family, and friends. From art...
Booster Club to Host Last Meeting of School Year
May 11th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School's Booster Club will host its last meeting of the school year on Monday, May 18, at 6:00 PM in the Saints Dining Hall. This evening gathering is designed for adults and offers a dedicated space for parents, faculty, and supporters to connect. Attendees will enjoy food ...
Saints Compete at LHSAA Class 1A Track and Field State Championships; Senior Jacob Odom Secures Second Place
May 8th, 2026
The athletic season reached a high point on May 7 as five student-athletes competed at the 2026 LHSAA Class 1A Track and Field State Championships. Held at the Bernie Moore Track Stadium on the campus of LSU, the event featured top competitors from across the state.The participants represented the s...
George Cottage Students Explore Robotics in STeaM Class
May 7th, 2026
The George Cottage Threes recently engaged in a hands-on learning adventure as they explored the fundamentals of programming car robots. Led by Ms. Natalie Ott in STeaM class, the session offered students an early introduction to technology and problem-solving.This interactive experience serves as a...
Middle and Upper School Choirs Wow at the Spring Concert
May 7th, 2026
The Middle and Upper School choirs put on an incredible Spring Concert on May 6 in the Dan and Frances White Chapel. Our students, led by Mrs. Christina Comer ‘91, put on beautiful and lively performances, showcasing their talents through a diverse program that ranged from “The Rainbow Connectio...
Saints Celebrate Transition of Student Leadership at Annual Passing of the Light Ceremony
May 5th, 2026
The community gathered in the Dan and Frances White Chapel on May 5 for the Passing of the Light ceremony, a significant tradition marking a moment of transition for the student body. This event serves as the official passing of the torch of leadership from the senior class to the junior Class of 20...
Class of 2026 Celebrates a Memorable Senior Chapel and Ringing of the Bell
May 1st, 2026
Senior Chapel marks a profound milestone in the life of a St. Martin’s student. It is a day defined by reflection, gratitude, and the celebration of a journey shared. This year, the Class of 2026 gathered to share heartfelt speeches that captured the essence of their time on campus. These personal...
Four Saints Earn Top Finishes at State Literary Rally
April 28th, 2026
Four St. Martin’s students secured first or second place honors at the State Literary Rally held at Louisiana State University on April 18. This group of Saints rose to the top of the state’s premier academic competition, earning two state championships and two state runner-up finishes.  ...
Girls 5/6 Softball Team Are NOAL Runners-Up
April 24th, 2026
Huge congratulations to our 5/6 girls softball team for an incredible run. After a hard-fought win in the playoffs yesterday, the team gave it their all in the championship game today. While the scoreboard didn’t go our way, we could not be more proud of the heart, sportsmanship, and growth these ...
Senior Alex Scheuermann ’26 Named to 2026 LHSCA All-Star Team
April 24th, 2026
St. Martin’s student-athlete Alex Scheuermann ’26 has been selected for the 2026 All-Star Team by the Louisiana High School Coaches Association (LHSCA) and the Louisiana Baseball Coaches Association. Representing the East roster, Scheuermann was chosen as one of the top high school outfielders ...
St. Martin’s Student Earns Bronze in Regional NAACP ACT-SO Competition
April 24th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to announce that sophomore TJ Green ’28 has been recognized as one of the premier young vocalists in the New Orleans area. Competing in the 2026 NAACP ACT-SO New Orleans Local Competition, TJ delivered a standout performance to secure the Bronze Medal in th...
Two Saints Named Scholar-Athletes by Allstate Sugar Bowl Foundation
April 23rd, 2026
St. Martin’s is proud to celebrate Noah Dunn ‘26 and Aidan Molaison ‘26 for being named among just 40 National Football Foundation Scholar Athletes by the Allstate Sugar Bowl Chapter. Noah and Aidan were recognized at today’s awards luncheon for their outstanding achievements in the class...
Young Alumni Impart Wisdom on Upper School Students at Career Day
April 23rd, 2026
Yesterday, the Solomon Theater and our Upper School classrooms served as a forum for professional mentorship and the formation of the next generation of leaders. The day began in the Saints Dining Hall as Upper School students joined our visiting alumni for a hot breakfast, setting a tone of communi...
Varsity Golf Team Wins District Championship!
April 23rd, 2026
District champions for the first time in recent StM history! Huge congratulations to the golf team for taking the top spot in Division IV District IV yesterday at Pelican Point. Pictured from left to right: Eli Verdin, Eli Patrick, Arthur Deutcsh, Kain Oddo, Brody Egan, and Coach Lambert. ...
Free Summer Speed Workouts Offered for StM Student Athletes
April 21st, 2026
St. Martin’s Athletics is excited to partner with ABX Speed School, emerging as one of the nation’s premier speed programs, to offer free summer workouts for our student-athletes.Program DetailsDates: June 1 – July 28Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and ThursdaysTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 amEligibility:...
Max LaForge ’28 Claims Division IV Regional Singles Tennis Title
April 21st, 2026
Regional results are in for our Saints tennis team! 🎾 Yesterday, Beibei Zhang ‘27, Pierce Jacobson ‘27, and Max LaForge ‘28 competed at the Division IV Regional Tennis Tournament in City Park. We are thrilled to announce that Pierce and Max qualified for State, with Max taking home the tit...
Kade Vinju ’27 Named to Boys Basketball All-Metro Team
April 16th, 2026
The accolades keep rolling in for junior Kade Vinju ’27! This week, Kade was named to the Nola.com New Orleans boys basketball All-Metro team. This honor follows his previous recognition as the District MVP and a 2nd Team All-State selection. Way to go, Kade!
Saints Excel Against Tough Competition at St. Martin’s Invitational
April 16th, 2026
Our student-athletes demonstrated incredible resilience and skill at the St. Martin’s Invitational on April 15, 2026. The Saints delivered standout performances under clear skies and ideal racing conditions, as they stepped up to compete against many of the region's top programs from larger classi...
St. Martin's Athletes Named to Boys All-District Soccer Team
April 16th, 2026
St. Martin's is proud to announce the Boys All-District Soccer selections for District 10, Division IV. StM had two athletes named to the first team, three named to the second team, and three named as honorable mentions. Congratulations to these Saints: FIRST TEAM: Kain Oddo ’26 (forw...
Saints Earn High Marks on National Latin Exam, Including One Perfect Score!
April 14th, 2026
Salvete, omnes! Please join us in congratulating the following Middle School Latin scholars on their outstanding performance on the 2026 National Latin Exam. Each of these students earned recognition for scoring above the national average on this year’s exam. This year, we even had a perfect sc...
Harlem Berry ’25 to Host Free Football Skills Camp at StM
April 13th, 2026
Come out to have fun and show your support for St. Martin’s alumnus and current LSU running back Harlem Berry ’25 as he hosts a dynamic skills camp designed for athletes ages 8-12 and 13-16 on Saturday, May 16. This event features specialized drills for various positions to help ...
St. Martin's Episcopal School to Host Arts Fest 2026
March 31st, 2026
St. Martin's Episcopal School will host Arts Fest 2026 on Tuesday, April 21, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. This annual event provides a comprehensive look at the developmental arc of an arts education, featuring student work from the earliest grades through advanced collegiate-level studies. Family an...
Posted in: Arts, Community, George Cottage, Lower School, Middle School, Upper School, Campus of OpportunityPerforming Arts Presents Production of Peter Pan JR.
March 30th, 2026
St. Martin's Fine Arts Department presented an amazing production of the musical Peter Pan JR.. Students in Lower, Middle, and Upper School wowed audiences in three performances at the Solomon Theater from March 27-29, 2026.Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale, Peter Pan JR. is a high-flying musica...
Seventh and Eighth Graders Shine at Louisiana Youth Legislature
March 20th, 2026
Our 7th and 8th grade students recently returned from an incredible trip to Baton Rouge for the Youth Legislature program, where they joined peers from across Louisiana in a hands-on government experience. After weeks of preparation, students spent two exciting days presenting and defending their b...
StM Student Artwork on Display at NOMA's Art in Bloom 2026
March 18th, 2026
Several St. Martin’s Upper School sculpture and ceramics students’ artwork is featured in this year’s Art in Bloom 2026: Marsh Madness at the New Orleans Museum of Art! Taking inspiration from the natural beauty of our region’s swamps and wetlands, these young artists collaborated in thei...
Office of College Counseling Hosts Family Information Sessions
March 17th, 2026
St. Martin's Office of College Counseling is hosting two essential information sessions in the Stuart Kemp Peyton Student Center this month to help students navigate the path toward higher education with confidence.The first session, Top 10 Things to Know Before High School and College, is designed ...
Boys' Basketball Concludes Impressive State Run
March 10th, 2026
The St. Martin’s boys basketball team concluded an impressive season this week, leaving a lasting mark on the program and our community. Although the Saints fell short in a 55-50 loss to Southern Lab in the Division IV Select semifinals at Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles, the defeat does not dimin...
Global Early Childhood Educators Tour St. Martin's George Cottage
March 9th, 2026
St. Martin's Episcopal School recently served as a host site for the 17th NAREA Winter Conference, welcoming early childhood educators from around the globe to explore the George Cottage and our Lower School. This significant event brought together nearly 200 participants representing five different...
What Happens on a Faculty Professional Development Day? Mapping the Future of Student Success
March 6th, 2026
St. Martin’s Faculty Enhance Student Outcomes Through Vertical Curriculum Mapping Powerful learning experiences do not happen by chance. They are the result of intentional instructional design and rigorous alignment. During our recent Faculty Professional Development Day, the St. Martin’s cam...
St. Martin’s Episcopal School Celebrates National Honor Society Inductees
March 5th, 2026
The newest members of the National Honor Society were officially recognized during a formal induction ceremony held in the Dan and Frances White Chapel. This annual event honors students who have consistently demonstrated the four key pillars that have defined the organization since its founding in ...
From Curiosity to Commerce: Middle School Makers in the Innovation Lab
March 4th, 2026
What began as a spark of curiosity in the Lasering for Fun and Profit Club has quickly evolved into a burgeoning entrepreneurial endeavor for a group of St. Martin’s Middle School students. This project highlights the impact of providing students with the dedicated space and resources to explore t...
Sophomores Explore Tulane and Loyola Campuses
March 3rd, 2026

St. Martin’s students and alumni on the Tulane and Loyola New Orleans campuses during a sophomore college visit.
Posted in: Academic Excellence, Alumni, Mission, Upper School, Campus of Opportunity, College CounselingSt. Martin’s Once Again Serves as a Host School for the Civil Discourse Speaker Series
March 3rd, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to announce its continued participation in the 2026 Civil Discourse Speaker Series. This year’s event, “The Declaration at 250: The Moral Ideas That Formed a Nation,” invites the community to reflect on the philosophical foundations of our country. E...
St. Martin’s Senior Alex Scheuermann ’26 Named National Merit Finalist
March 2nd, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to announce that Alex Scheuermann ’26 has been named a Finalist in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Alex’s advancement to the Finalist stage places him in an elite group of high school seniors—representing less than one percent of ent...
Rising 9th–12th Graders: Design AI Solutions for Real Social Challenges This Summer
February 23rd, 2026
AI Summer Intensive 2026: Designing Generative AI Projects for Social GoodLed by InSpirit AI in St. Martin’s Gibbs Family Center for Innovation + Design, this summer program invites rising 9th-12th grade students to explore the latest generative AI tools and design an original project from scratch...
Carnival Comes to Life at St. Martin’s with Pre-K & Kindergarten Parade
February 10th, 2026
The spirit of Carnival was alive and well on campus as St. Martin’s Pre-K and Kindergarten students took center stage in the beloved annual parade, bringing color, music, and pure joy to the Lower School courtyard.Our youngest Saints proudly rolled along the route, waving and tossing throws with ...
Junior Cooper Wakefield ’27 Named One of Nola.com’s Prep Baseball Pitchers to Watch
February 5th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School junior Cooper Wakefield ’27 has been named to Nola.com’s list of “12 New Orleans area prep baseball pitchers to watch this season,” recognizing his standout performance on the mound and his impact as a multi-sport athlete.Wakefield is a three-sport athlete at ...
Kade Vinju ’27 Named New Orleans Prep Sports Athlete of the Week
January 29th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School junior Kade Vinju ’27 has been voted the New Orleans Prep Sports Athlete of the Week for the week of January 19-24.Vinju earned the recognition after the shooting guard made five 3-pointers and scored 31 points in less than three quarters of a runaway win against V...
St. Martin’s Science Olympiad Team Earns Top-Four Finish at Tulane Invitational
January 26th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School students earned a fourth-place overall finish at the Tulane Science Olympiad Invitational, competing against 18 Division C (Grades 9–12) teams in a demanding, full-day tournament held Saturday, January 24, 2026. Hosted on the campus of Tulane University, the invi...
St. Martin’s Varsity Baseball Earns National Academic Excellence Honor
January 20th, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to announce that its Varsity Baseball team has once again been recognized with the Team Academic Excellence Award by the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA). This national honor celebrates high school baseball programs whose student-athletes achieve ...
Fourth Grade Brings The Lion King Kids to Life Through Cross-Curricular Learning
January 16th, 2026
Before the curtain ever went up, St. Martin’s Class of 2034 was already doing meaningful work. Their recent production of Disney's The Lion King Kids was the culmination of months of learning, collaboration, and creative problem-solving that extended far beyond the stage. For many of the fourth gr...
Corbin Nicoladis Sets School Record, Posts Top-Five 60m Time in Louisiana at LSU High School Classic
January 13th, 2026
Corbin Nicoladis delivered a standout performance at the LSU High School Classic, posting one of the fastest 60-meter dash times in Louisiana this season and setting a new St. Martin’s school record. Competing on the 200-meter indoor track at LSU’s Carl Maddox Field House on Saturday, January...
Savarese and Lawrence Earn First Team All-Metro Football Honors
January 12th, 2026
Two St. Martin’s Episcopal School football standouts are once again earning recognition for their performance on the field. Gabe Savarese and Donny Lawrence were named First Team All-Metro selections for the 2025 season, honoring their impact among the top small-school players in the New Orleans m...
Booster Club Hosts Mardi Gras Bunco Night
January 6th, 2026
Join us for an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition! The St. Martin's Booster Club invites you to kick off the Mardi Gras season at our annual Mardi Gras Bunco Night on Friday, January 10, 2026. This festive evening promises great food, exciting prizes, and a chance to connect with fell...
Olive Diaz ’30 Named All-Metro Cross Country Honorable Mention
January 6th, 2026
St. Martin's eighth grader Olive Diaz has been recognized for her outstanding performance this cross country season, earning All-Metro Cross Country honorable mention honors. The All-Metro team recognizes the top runners across the metropolitan area, celebrating student-athletes who demonstrated ...
George Cottage Threes Settle Into New Classrooms and 10,000 Sq. Ft. Outdoor Playground
January 5th, 2026

The George Cottage Threes returned from Christmas Break to newly completed classrooms and a 10,000-square-foot outdoor playground, launching an exciting new chapter in early childhood learning at St. Martin’s Episcopal School.
St. Martin’s Football Players Earn All-State Honors
January 5th, 2026

Two members of the St. Martin’s Saints football program earned Class 1A All-State honors from the LSWA and LFCA for the 2025 season.
Is St. Martin’s the Best Private School in New Orleans for Character and Academic Excellence?
December 30th, 2025

St. Martin’s Episcopal School is widely regarded as one of the strongest private schools in New Orleans for families seeking both character formation and academic excellence, offering a rigorous college-preparatory education grounded in faith, integrity, and service.
Fall Athletes Recognized at 2025 Athletic Awards Ceremony
December 22nd, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School proudly recognized the achievements of its fall student-athletes during the 2025 Fall Athletic Awards Ceremony, held on December 5, 2025. The morning celebration honored students for athletic excellence, academic achievement, leadership, and sportsmanship across the f...
Third Graders Take Flight with Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade-Inspired Balloon Designs
November 24th, 2025
Just before Thanksgiving Day, creativity was already soaring at St. Martin’s Episcopal School as Third Grade students brought parade-inspired balloons to life in Ms. Natalie Ott’s STeaM class.Inspired by the iconic balloons of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, students took on the challenge ...
St. Martin’s Student-Athletes Named to All-District Volleyball and Football Teams
November 24th, 2025
St. Martin’s is proud to announce that 18 Saints earned All-District honors in volleyball and football this season, a testament to their hard work, talent, and dedication on and off the field. These recognitions reflect the strength of St. Martin’s athletic programs and the students’ commitmen...
Senior Spotlight: Juliet Whitaker ’26 Pursues Leadership, Scholarship, and Justice
November 17th, 2025
Meet Juliet, a standout scholar-athlete and dedicated leader in St. Martin’s Class of 2026. Last summer, Juliet took her drive for justice and advocacy all the way to Stanford University, where she was selected to participate in the prestigious Intensive Law & Trial program. For 10 days at ...
St. Martin’s Girls’ Cross Country Team Wins State Championship in Dominant Finish
November 17th, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to announce that our girls’ cross country team has earned the 2025 LHSAA State Championship title, securing a decisive victory over Highland Baptist with an 18-point lead. This monumental win is a testament to the dedication, grit, and teamwork of the entir...
Performing Arts Announces Spring Musical Auditions
November 11th, 2025
It’s almost time to audition for the spring musical, “Peter Pan Jr.” Students in grades 2-12 are invited to audition. There is an optional audition workshop from 3:45-4:45 on December 1 and a mandatory meeting for all auditioners and their parents on Dece...
St. Martin’s Cross Country Teams Shine at Regional Championships
November 6th, 2025
The St. Martin’s varsity cross country teams traveled to Hammond on Thursday, November 5, to compete in the LHSAA Division 5, Region 3 Championships, hosted by Christ Episcopal School. With sunny skies, cool temperatures, and perfect running conditions, the Saints rose to the occasion, turning in ...
Middle School Swimming Has Strong Showing at NOAL Championship
October 27th, 2025
Congratulations to our Middle School Swim Team on a strong showing at the NOAL Championship meet! In the boys’ division, Dennis Cali ’30 finished 1st overall in both the 50 Freestyle (26.69) and 50 Breaststroke (34.23). Griffin Jacobsen ’30 placed 2nd in both the 50 Free (28.59) and 50 Back...
Varsity Football Game vs. West St. John: Stream or Get Tickets
October 24th, 2025
The varsity football team will travel to West St. John for a 7 p.m. kickoff. The game will be live-streamed here for Saints fans who can't be there in person. Purchase tickets to attend the game Bag Guidelines For fans attending the game in-per...
Four Saints Selected for Louisiana Honor Choir
October 22nd, 2025
Congratulations to Liv Dunn ’29, Drew Kosarek ’29, Vivienne Comer ’30, and F.J. Simeon ’31, who were accepted into the Louisiana American Choral Directors Association (LAACDA) Honor Choir. After auditioning earlier this fall, these talented Saints were selected from among the top young vocal...
Middle School Theatre Takes the Stage for Fall Production of "Stage Fright"
October 21st, 2025
Middle School theatre took center stage for a performance of "Stage Fright," a double feature of student performances directed by Theatre Director Lynne Bordelon. Fifth and sixth graders brought laughter (and a few chills!) with "Hallmarks of Horror," while our seventh and eighth graders had audienc...
From Page to Pottery: Sixth Graders Bring “A Single Shard” to Life in Clay
October 19th, 2025
After reading A Single Shard in Mr. Keith Schwarz’s sixth-grade English class, students took their learning beyond the page and into the studio. Partnering with Upper School art teacher Allison Thomas, they explored the ceramics process to see the craftsmanship and creativity they’d only imagine...
Hands-On Discovery: Exploring Marine Life in Dr. Mighell’s Classroom
October 16th, 2025
This week, Upper School students in Dr. Kimberly Mighell’s Marine Biology class took a closer look—literally—at one of the ocean’s most fascinating creatures: the starfish. Through a detailed dissection, students examined the anatomy of these echinoderms, gaining insight into how each part p...
St. Martin’s Alumni Thriving in Healthcare and Applied Sciences
October 8th, 2025
In the bright glow of the Middle School science lab, seventh graders bend carefully over trays, scalpels poised. The sharp tang of formaldehyde hangs in the air as latex gloves snap and notebooks rustle. They’ve begun dissecting a squid, their first glimpse into the hidden architecture of life.&nb...
Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame Celebrates Honorees in a Morning of Pride, Memories, and Inspiration
September 26th, 2025
The 2025 Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony on September 26 was a joyful celebration of Saints spirit, as we honored the 1974-75 District Champion Football Team, swimmer Billy Coleman ’97, and multi-sport athlete JaJuan Gair ’97. Held during a special assembly on Homecoming Friday, the St. Ma...
Saints QB Donny Lawrence Earns Dual Honors
September 23rd, 2025
Congratulations to St. Martin’s senior quarterback Donny Lawrence ’26, who is earning recognition across the city for his outstanding Week 3 performance. Donny was named one of the Manning Award Futures honorees by the Allstate Sugar Bowl, spotlighting top high school quarterbacks in the New ...
College Representatives Visit St. Martin's
September 16th, 2025
As part of the college counseling process, representatives from colleges around the world are invited to our campus to visit with interested St. Martin’s juniors and seniors. And the visits are already in full swing! This year, St. Martin’s students have the opportunity to meet with college reps...
Watch Saints Games Live on the Hudl Fan App
September 9th, 2025
St. Martin’s families, alumni, and fans can now cheer on the Saints from anywhere — thanks to the Hudl Fan app, a free platform that streams high school sports nationwide. How to Watch Download the Hudl Fan app on your mobile device, or visit fan.hudl.com/stmsaints. ...
Going Beyond AP Calculus: StM Students Aim for Multivariable Calculus
September 8th, 2025
While most high schools stop at AP Calculus, St. Martin’s Episcopal School offers motivated students the chance to go further. At StM, Upper School students who want to challenge themselves at the highest levels can take multivariable calculus before graduation. Because when our students dream big...
StM Football Players Join New Orleans Saints and Ochsner for High School Football Media Day
September 5th, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School student-athletes had the chance to kick off the season in a big way. On September 4, five StM football players joined athletes from eight other metro area high schools at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center for the first-ever High School Football Media Day, hosted i...
Q&A with Athletic Director Kevin Dizer
September 3rd, 2025
In the 2024-25 issue of The Bell, we sat down with new Athletic Director Kevin Dizer to get his thoughts on all things StM Athletics.Q: How do you define a successful school athletic program? A: Success is so much more than wins and losses. The wins and losses come and go. Success in an athletic...
Athletics Kick-Off at St. Martin’s
September 2nd, 2025
The Saints are back! StM athletics are officially underway—football, volleyball, cross country, and more. This week, our volleyball and football teams are hosting their home openers, and the cross country team opens its season at UNO's Maestri Field. Saints fans: let's pack the stands, bring the e...
Posted in: Athletics, Campus of OpportunitySaints Hone Vocal Skills at Opus Opera Bootcamp: Final Performance at St. Martin’s Chapel
June 5th, 2025
This week, two St. Martin’s Upper School students—Aidan Molaison ’26 and MaryAlice Comer ’27—are among a select group of young vocalists from across the region participating in Opus Opera Bootcamp, a weeklong intensive for high school students passionate about classical singing. Led by ...
St. Martin’s Senior Cole LaCoste Named 2025 Pfizer Future Physician Award Winner
June 4th, 2025
Prestigious $20,000 Scholarship Honors Academic Excellence and Aspiring Healthcare LeadersSt. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to celebrate senior Cole LaCoste, one of just 50 students selected nationwide for the 2025 Pfizer Future Physician Award, a highly competitive scholarship awarded to exc...
Trailblazers of Tomorrow: St. Martin’s Inaugural STeaM Diploma Graduates Chart Bold, Purpose-Driven Paths
June 3rd, 2025
This spring, St. Martin’s proudly celebrates an academic first: the graduation of our inaugural STeaM diploma recipients, Lillian Bordelon ’25 and Cole LaCoste ’25. These trailblazing students represent the future of education — one that fuses science, technology, engineering, and math with...
Four St. Martin’s Students Selected for Prestigious Louisiana Girls and Boys State Leadership Programs
May 30th, 2025
Congratulations to rising seniors Garri Lawson and Sophie Miller, who will attend Louisiana Girls State, and Will Adriance and Aidan Molaison, who will attend Louisiana Boys State! Hosted by the American Legion, these prestigious leadership programs give rising seniors the opportunity to immerse ...
Senior Kaden Forges Named 2025 Horatio Alger State Scholar; Headed to TCU This Fall
May 27th, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is proud to announce that Kaden Forges, son of Ms. Kimberly Collins of New Orleans and a member of the Class of 2025, has been selected as a 2025 Horatio Alger State Scholarship recipient. This prestigious honor is awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional...
St. Martin’s Alumna and Choir Director Christina Comer ’91 Shines as Featured Soprano in New Orleans Civic Symphony Concert
May 23rd, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School proudly celebrates Choir Director and alumna Christina Vial Comer ’91, who was recently featured as a soprano soloist in the New Orleans Civic Symphony’s spring concert. Her performance captivated the community and served as a shining example of the exceptional ta...
St. Martin’s Partners with Ochsner Performance Training to Launch New Summer Program for Student-Athletes
May 22nd, 2025
This summer, St. Martin’s Episcopal School is expanding its commitment to athletic excellence with a new opportunity for student-athletes in grades 7–12. While varsity-led workouts will continue, we’re proud to introduce an additional program designed to give more students access to high-qu...
State Champions Return to St. Martin’s for Ring Ceremony Celebration
May 21st, 2025
This week, the 2023–24 State Champion St. Martin’s basketball team received their championship rings in a special ceremony honoring their incredible season—and the legacy they created together. Several alumni from the Class of 2024 returned to campus to join the celebration, reconnect with the...
Celebrating Excellence in Reading, Creativity, and Character at Lower School Awards Chapel
May 19th, 2025
This morning, our chapel was filled with joy, pride, and a few happy tears as we gathered for the Lower School Awards Chapel—a special time to celebrate the accomplishments of our young Saints in reading, creative expression, and citizenship.Families, teachers, and students joined together to reco...
Upper School Awards Ceremony Honors Achievements in Academics, Leadership, Arts, Athletics, and Character
May 16th, 2025
At St. Martin’s Episcopal School, we believe in nurturing the whole student—mind, body, and spirit. On Tuesday, May 6, the Upper School gathered to honor that mission and recognize the achievements of our students in academics, leadership, arts, athletics, and character.This year’s Upper Schoo...
Second Grade Explores Wetlands with Hands-On Experiment
May 13th, 2025
Second grade has spent all year learning about Louisiana’s geography, culture, art, music, traditions, landmarks, wildlife, and more. Lower School science teacher Pam Brierre took that learning even deeper with a science experiment showing students the challenges facing wetlands and the people who...
Marti Awards Celebrate Performing Arts Students
May 12th, 2025
The St. Martin’s Performing Arts Department hosted the Marti Awards on May 8, celebrating the achievements, growth and creativity of students in the Performing Arts Department. International Thespian Society The International Thespian Society (ITS) is an honor society for hig...
Ella Bozeman ’25 Earns National Recognition for Vocal Excellence
May 8th, 2025
St. Martin’s is thrilled to recognize senior Ella Bozeman ’25 for her exceptional accomplishments in vocal performance. Ella was recently awarded the prestigious Past Presidents’ College Award by the Louisiana Federation of Music Clubs—one of the highest honors granted by the organization. ...
Saints Score High Marks at State Rally
May 7th, 2025
Several St. Martin’s Upper School students performed well at the recent State Rally, scoring high marks in Division 4. Congratulations to the following Saints: Aubree Flores - 2nd in World History, Division IV William Pejic - 3rd in US History, Division IV Sophia Quintero - 1st in French ...
Seniors Ready Themselves for Graduation and Celebrate Time-Honored StM Traditions
May 6th, 2025
In a little more than three weeks, the Class of 2025 will walk across the stage at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center in the school’s 75th Commencement Ceremony. Well prepared for college and beyond, the Class of 2025 is entering the next stage of their educational journey with 193 acceptances t...
Saints Shine at Spring Athletic Awards Ceremony
May 6th, 2025
Many high-achieving Saints were recognized for their academic and athletic accomplishments during the Spring Athletic Awards ceremony on May 5, in the Adkerson Gymnasium. Athletic Awards were presented to numerous winter athletes, who were recognized for their accomplishments on the field of play.&n...
Saints Excel at the 2025 Louisiana Science Olympiad State Championships
April 7th, 2025
The St. Martin’s Episcopal School high school Science Olympiad team had a standout showing at the 2025 Louisiana State Championships, held at Louisiana Christian University on April 5. Competing against other top schools from across the state, our team placed 4th overall, finishing ahead of strong...
StM Team Competes in George Washington Model UN Conference
March 25th, 2025
Congratulations to our Model UN team—Lily Congemi, Aubree Flores, Jeremy Hua, Quincy Martin, Hailey Silvey, and Miriam Taylor—on an outstanding performance at the George Washington Model UN conference, hosted by GWU's Elliott School of International Affairs! Facing approximately 1,000 high sc...
Winter Athletes Recognized at Athletic Awards Ceremony
March 13th, 2025
Many high-achieving Saints were recognized for their academic and athletic accomplishments during the Winter Athletic Awards ceremony on March 13, in the Adkerson Gymnasium. Athletic Awards were presented to numerous winter athletes, who were recognized for their accomplishments on the field of play...
Senior Selected as Junior Philharmonic Society of New Orleans Concert Performer
February 17th, 2025
Out of a large pool of students auditioning, senior Ella Bozeman was recently selected as a performer in an upcoming Junior Philharmonic Society concert. The concert will take place on April 27 at Dixon Hall on Tulane University's campus. Congratulations, Ella! The Junior Philharmonic Society of ...
Girls 5/6 Basketball Team are NOAL Champions
February 11th, 2025
Congratulations to the 2025 NOAL Champions, St. Martin’s 5/6 girls’ basketball team! The team clinched the title with a 25-13 win over St. Paul’s in front of a packed house yesterday in the Little Gym. Go Saints! ...
Varsity Girls Basketball Clinches District 10-1A Title
February 11th, 2025
DISTRICT CHAMPIONS! ❤️💙 Congratulations to the varsity girls basketball team! The girls clinched the District 10-1A title after a hard-fought 38-35 win against McGehee in the Adkerson Gym. 📸 Photos by Hailey Silvey ‘26 and Leah Silvey ‘30. ...
Cooper Helmke ’25 Signs with Tulane University
February 5th, 2025
St. Martin’s senior Cooper Helmke ’25, five-star kicker and recent team MVP in the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl, is officially part of the Tulane Green Wave! (And, of course, Always a Saint!) On Wednesday, February 5, in front of family, friends, classmates, and members of the StM Community ...
Senior Tucker Manning Honored with Two Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
February 4th, 2025
Tucker Manning ’25 was selected as a regional award winner for the 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, the country's longest-running and most prestigious scholarship and recognition program for creative students in grades 7-12. Two of his works, “Queen” and “All In,” won regional awards ...
Performing Arts Announces Cast List for Disney's Beauty and the Beast JR.
January 7th, 2025
St. Martin’s Fine Arts Department has announced the cast list of its spring musical, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. The Award-winning animated film and stage play comes to life on the Solomon Theater stage this spring in a beloved take on the classic fairytale. Based on the original Broadw...
StM to Host AI Summer Intensive
January 6th, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is offering an in-person, pre-college, project-based artificial intelligence program this summer through Inspirit AI, an AI education program developed and taught by Stanford and MIT graduates. Rising students for grades 8-12 will learn the fundamental concepts of AI ...
LS Students Create Ceramic Christmas Ornaments in Art Studio
December 19th, 2024
For more than 40 years St. Martin's Lower School students have handcrafted ceramic Christmas ornaments in our art studios. These cherished keepsakes are so much more than decorations adorning StM families' trees. They are connections to past generations... part of the legacy of St. Martin's that con...
Posted in: Arts, Community, Episcopal Tradition, Faith, StM Traditions, Lower School, Campus of OpportunityWinter Athletes Earn All-Academic Recognition
December 18th, 2024
Congratulations to the following members of the Class of 2025 for being named to All-Academic Athletic Teams in their respective sports during the winter 2024-25 season! This recognition celebrates outstanding academic achievement for maintaining an unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Girls...
Choir Spreads Christmas Cheer in Performance at Ochsner Medical Center
December 13th, 2024
In addition to their Winter Concert performance earlier this week, the Upper School Choir has been busy spreading holiday cheer with pop-up caroling sessions across the city. This morning, they performed a selection of Christmas classics in the atrium at Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans (mai...
Fall Athletes Recognized at Athletic Awards Ceremony
December 4th, 2024
Many high-achieving Saints were recognized for their academic and athletic accomplishments during the Fall Athletic Awards ceremony on December 4, in the Adkerson Gymnasium. Athletic Awards were presented to numerous athletes, who were recognized for their accomplishments on the field of play. In ad...
Harlem Berry ’25 Signs with LSU on National Early Signing Day
December 4th, 2024
St. Martin’s senior Harlem Berry ’25, the No. 1 player in Louisiana and the No. 1 running back in the country, is officially a Louisiana State University Tiger! On National Early Signing Day (Wednesday, Dec. 4), in front of family, friends, classmates, and members of the St. Marti...
Performing Arts Hosts Audition for Upcoming Production of Beauty and the Beast JR
December 2nd, 2024
On Monday, December 2, Performing Arts held a meeting for its spring musical, “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR.” Nearly 60 auditionees and their parents learned more about the upcoming production of this beloved take on the classic fairytale. Students in grades 2-12 have been invited to audit...
Be Our Guest: Auditions Open Soon for Spring Production
November 19th, 2024
It’s almost time to audition for the spring musical, “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” Students in grades 2-12 are invited to audition. There is a mandatory meeting for all auditionees and their parents on December 2, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Solomon Theater. On Tuesday, D...
Students and Faculty Member Deliver Join Presentation at NSTA Conference
November 11th, 2024
St. Martin's Makerspace Coordinator Robby Stanley and three students, Juliet Whitaker ’26, Sadie Miller ’29, and Drew Kosarek ’29, presented at the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) 2024 National Conference on Science Education on Saturday, November 9, 2024. The group's present...
Fourth Graders Perform "The Jungle Book, Kids" in Solomon Theater
November 8th, 2024
The fourth grade Class of 2033 put on an amazing performance of The Jungle Book, Kids in front of fellow students, faculty, family, and friends in the Solomon Theater on November 7. The play, which was part of their Theatre class this fall, is designed to offer students a creative outlet where...
College Reps Visit St. Martin's
October 17th, 2024
As part of the college counseling process, representatives from colleges around the world are invited to our campus to visit with interested St. Martin’s juniors and seniors. This year, St. Martin’s students have the opportunity to meet with college reps from a multitude of schools, including S...
Varsity Football Game vs. Pearl River to be Live Streamed
September 5th, 2024
The varsity football team will travel to St. Tammany Parish to take on Pearl River on Friday, September 6. The game will be live streamed by Crescent City Sports for Saints fans who can't be there in person. CCS' coverage begins at 6:50 p.m., with Lenny Vangilder and Wayde Keiser ...
StM Announces 2024 Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees
August 30th, 2024
St. Martin’s Episcopal School is pleased to announce the 2024 inductees into the Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame: Thea Casseri Papageorgopolous ‘84, the 1992-93 District Champion Football Team, and Nick DiMaggio ‘09. This Hall of Fame class will be formally inducted in a ceremony during Upper Sc...
Pre-k Students Practice Self Portraits
August 22nd, 2024
Our Pre-k students in Mrs. DeMarias Sojka’s art class practiced creating self portraits while peering into mirrors. It’s amazing to see how far they’ve come since they drew their self portraits in the George Cottage Threes! “This group’s artistic skills are quite impressive!” said Mrs. S...
6 Effective Strategies to Help Your Family Stay Positive This School Year
August 19th, 2024
With the school year underway, now is a great time to implement strategies to help keep your family happy and reduce stress throughout the year. Here are six ways to help your child be successful and maintain a positive mentality all year long. Practice MindfulnessConsider incorporating mindful...
Softball and Baseball Athletes Earn District 10-1A Recognition
May 8th, 2024
Congratulations to several athletes on our softball and baseball teams for being named to the 2024 District 10-1A Softball Coaches’ All-District Selections! The following softball athletes earned First Team nods:Outfield: Eliza Didrikesen ’26 Emerson Arensman ’24 Utility: Sophie Mille...
Spring Athletes Recognized at Athletic Awards Ceremony
May 7th, 2024
Many high-achieving Saints were recognized for their academic and athletic accomplishments during the Spring Athletic Awards ceremony on May 7, in the Adkerson Gymnasium. Athletic Awards were presented to numerous athletes, who were recognized for their accomplishments on the field of play. In addit...
Marti Awards Celebrate Performing Arts Students
May 3rd, 2024
The St. Martin’s Performing Arts Department hosted the Marti Awards on May 1, celebrating the achievements, growth and creativity of students in the Performing Arts Department. International Thespian SocietyThe International Thespian Society (ITS) is an honor society for high school theatre stu...
Tennis Team is State Runner-Up, Jophie Laforge ’24 Boys’ Single Champion
April 26th, 2024
Congratulations to the girls' and boys' tennis teams on competing at the state tennis tournament Monday and Tuesday at the University of Louisiana Monroe! The boys' team finished runner-up, and Jophie LaForge '24 was the Division IV boys' single champion for the second consecutive year! Go Saints! ...
Track and Field Team Win Class 1A Region Championship
April 25th, 2024
Congratulations to the varsity boys' track and field team -- the new Class 1A Region champions! The team defeated Southern Lab of Baton Rouge and took down the 3x defending regional boys champion Kentwood High School. It is the team's first regional championship win in over 20 years. In addition, Th...
Two StM Seniors Recognized at Allstate Sugar Bowl Awards Luncheon
April 11th, 2024
Seniors Manny Bejaran and Dominic Hogan were recently recognized as scholar athletes by the Allstate Sugar Bowl Chapter of the National Football Foundation/College Football Hall of Fame at its 2024 Awards Luncheon on April 11, 2024 at the Audubon Tea Room. Bejaran and Hogan were among just 32 loc...
St. Martin’s Co-Sponsors Civil Discourse Speaker Series
April 9th, 2024
St. Martin’s is pleased to be a sponsor of the 2024 Civil Discourse Speaker Series. Today, Ian Vásquez spoke to Upper School students about Personal & Economic Freedom, Global Poverty and Human Flourishing. Following the talk, students and faculty engaged with Vásquez in a Q&A session.The speak...
St. Martin's to Host Arts Week
April 9th, 2024
St. Martin’s is proud to showcase talented student artists from across divisions during Arts Week: April 22-26, 2024! Students have worked all year centered on this year’s theme: Take Flight. View/download printable schedule Arts Fest, on Tuesday, April 23, is a highlight of the week. Joi...
Posted in: Arts, Community, George Cottage, Lower School, Middle School, Upper School, Campus of OpportunityWinter Sport Athletes Recognized in LHSAA All-Academic Award Program
March 27th, 2024
Several St. Martin’s athletes have been recognized by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) for their academic achievements. The LHSAA All-Academic Award Program recognizes the academic excellence of senior student-athletes who have attained a 3.5 grade point average or higher by...
Boys' Basketball Seniors Earn State Recognition
March 26th, 2024
Congratulations to three boys’ varsity basketball players on recent recognition. Senior Matthew Weaver was named to the LHSAA Boys' Basketball All-Tournament Team. He was one of just 20 athletes selected from teams all across the state.Additionally, three Saints were selected for the Louisiana Spo...
Performing Arts Presents Production of "The Music Man, Jr."
March 24th, 2024
St. Martin’s Fine Arts Department presented an amazing production of the musical, Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, Jr. Students in Lower, Middle, and Upper School wowed audiences in three performances from March 22-24, 2024.Based on Meredith Willson's six-time-Tony-Award-winning musical come...
Winter Athletes Recognized at Athletic Awards Ceremony
March 18th, 2024
Many high-achieving Saints were recognized for their academic and athletic accomplishments during the Winter Athletic Awards ceremony on March 12, in the Adkerson Gymnasium. Athletic Awards were presented to numerous winter athletes, who were recognized for their accomplishments on the field of play...
Posted in: Athletics, Campus of OpportunityBoys’ Varsity Basketball Makes History with First Title Game Appearance
March 12th, 2024
For the first time in St. Martin’s Episcopal School’s history, the varsity boys’ basketball team advanced to the state title game after downing Hamilton Christian Academy, 62-33 on Thursday in Lake Charles. The Saints faced Crescent City in the state championship game on Saturday. While ...
Alexandra Kern '14 Speaks to Film Production Students About Her Short Film
March 5th, 2024
St. Martin's believes that every student – from our youngest Saints to the senior class – can learn and benefit from visiting authors, illustrators, artists, and speakers. And it is especially fulfilling when a visiting speaker is an alum. Alexandra Kern ’14 spoke to students in Film Producti...
Posted in: Academic Excellence, Alumni, Arts, Authors & Speakers, Upper School, Campus of OpportunityStudents Earn Theatre Letterman Jackets
February 26th, 2024
This year some theatre students are sporting a new look. For the first time, St. Martin’s theatre students have the opportunity to earn letterman jackets for participation in the theatre program. St. Martin’s Thespian Troupe 4744 is a member of the International Thespian Society (ITS), an honor ...
Senior Matthew Weaver Breaks Basketball All-Time Scoring Record
February 9th, 2024
Congratulations to senior Matthew Weaver on breaking St. Martin’s all-time scoring record in basketball! Matthew reached 1701 career points in the Feb. 9 game vs. Country Day. (The previous record of 1699 was set by Amanda Perkins ’07.) Bravo, Matthew!
Two-Year-Olds Go On a Campus Bear Hunt
February 2nd, 2024
Our George Cottage two-year-olds have loved exploring hibernating bears! Today they packed their binoculars and went on a bear hunt on campus. They went over, around, under, and through several imaginary obstacles before finally seeing and reuniting with their stuffed animals! This fun exploration ...
Auditions Set to Begin for Meredith Willson's "The Music Man, Jr."
December 18th, 2023
It's almost time to audition for the spring musical, Meredith Willson's "The Music Man, Jr." Auditions are open to students in Grades 2-12.There is a mandatory meeting for all auditioners and their parents on January 6, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in the Solomon Theater and an optional audition workshop for ...
Students Explore Dance Through New Course Offering
December 15th, 2023
On the expansive stage of the Solomon Theater, several Upper School students are working together to choreograph a dance. Each student takes turns suggesting an 8-count dance move. The group then turns each of the individual moves into one fluid piece of choreography set to music. It’s just one sk...
St. Martin's Choir Performs at Rockettes Christmas Spectacular
November 28th, 2023
St. Martin's choir gave an incredible performance as the opening act of the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall in New York City over Thanksgiving break! Prior to the performance the group spent several days exploring the sights and sounds of NYC. St. Martin's extends its gratit...
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