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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.
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Posted in: Academic Excellence, Episcopal Tradition, Faith, George Cottage, Lower School, Middle School, Upper School, Campus of Opportunity, Admissions Resources
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...
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Posted in: Academic Excellence, Athletics, Upper School, Campus of Opportunity
From Green Acres to the Greater Good: St. Martin’s Alumni Living Lives of Purpose and Service
December 16th, 2025
Across classrooms, campuses, and mission-driven work in the communities they serve, St. Martin’s alumni keep proving that the school’s motto is not simply a tagline, it’s a calling. Faith, scholarship, and service is a way of moving through the world - learning deeply, leading humbly, and choo...
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Posted in: Alumni Stories
Honoring Legacy and Connection: The “Oldies but Goodies” Return to St. Martin’s
December 15th, 2025
Each year, St. Martin’s Episcopal School has the joy of welcoming back a group affectionately known as the “oldies but goodies,” and once again, the Van Slate House was filled with familiar faces, shared memories, and deep affection for the school that shaped so many lives. More than 40 for...
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Posted in: Community, Faculty and Staff, StM Traditions
St. Martin’s Episcopal School Opens Renovated George Cottage, Reimagining Early Childhood Learning
December 15th, 2025
A Reimagined Home for Early Childhood Learning Laughter, light, and possibility now fill the newly renewed George Cottage, where St. Martin’s youngest Saints will take their first steps into a life of learning. Designed with intention and imagination, the renovated three-year-old classrooms and...
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Posted in: Community, George Cottage, Love of Learning, Admissions Resources
St. Martin’s Alumna Lauren Crowell ’23 Shares Global Learning Journey with Students
December 12th, 2025
St. Martin’s Episcopal School was pleased to welcome alumna Lauren Crowell ’23 back to campus as she met with members of the Global Citizenship Club. A current Altman Scholar at Tulane University, Lauren shared reflections from her evolving academic journey and the global opportunities shaping h...
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Posted in: Academic Excellence, Alumni, Authors & Speakers, Upper School
Middle School Student Council Leads Annual Food Drive to Support Local Families
December 12th, 2025
Service is a cornerstone of life at St. Martin’s Episcopal School, and this season, that commitment was on full display through the leadership of the Middle School Student Council. Through their annual food drive, student leaders organized collections, encouraged participation, and worked together...
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Posted in: Community, Episcopal Tradition, Mission, Middle School
Lower School Students Bring Creativity and Learning to Life Through Holiday Ornaments
December 12th, 2025
Creativity and joyful learning were on full display as Lower School students at St. Martin’s Episcopal School designed and created ornaments for the Christmas tree in the Lower School office. Each grade contributed unique, handmade pieces that reflect the skills and concepts students are developin...
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Posted in: Innovation + Design, Lower School, Love of Learning
Alumni Spotlight: Ford Church ’94
December 4th, 2025
Ford Church ’94Founder & Executive Director of the Cottonwood Institute, Denver, COFord Church ’94 is the Founder and Executive Director of the Cottonwood Institute, a Colorado-based nonprofit that blends environmental education, outdoor adventure, and student-led service learning for public sch...
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Posted in: Alumni, Alumni Spotlight
Eighth Graders and Seniors Support Families Through Service Learning Toy Drive
December 2nd, 2025
Service learning is an essential part of the St. Martin’s Episcopal School experience, and on December 2, Eighth Grade students and Seniors brought that commitment to life through a meaningful toy drive benefiting Angels’ Place.Students gathered on campus as donations were collected and prepared...
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Posted in: Community, Episcopal Tradition, Faith, Mission, Middle School, Upper School