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Faith, Fellowship and Fur: Celebrating Blessing of the Animals at StM
October 2nd, 2025
Each October, two-legged and four-legged creatures gather on the Van Slate lawn for the annual Blessing of the Animals. This tradition, now more than four decades strong, celebrates the Feast of Francis of Assisi and is always a special occasion as students and families bring their furry (and someti...
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Posted in: Episcopal Tradition, StM Traditions, Middle School
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...
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Posted in: Alumni, Athletics, Community, Campus of Opportunity, Alumni Awards
Private, Independent, and Episcopal Schools in New Orleans: What Parents Need to Know
September 25th, 2025
If you’re exploring schools in the New Orleans area, you already know school choice is abundant—from public charter schools to parochial, private, independent, and Episcopal schools. With so many options, finding the right fit for your child and your family can feel overwhelming. After all, your...
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Posted in: Admissions Resources
Join the Moms' Club for Yoga!
September 24th, 2025
Start your Saturday with strength, serenity, and a little Saint spirit. The Moms’ Club invites you to StM Moms Who Move Yoga on Saturday, October 18, at 9 a.m. on the lawn next to the Van Slate House.This uplifting outdoor class is the perfect way to center yourself while connecting with fellow mo...
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Posted in: Community, Parents
Hall of Fame Induction Highlights Homecoming Week at St. Martin’s
September 23rd, 2025
As part of Homecoming Week festivities, students in Grades 7-12 will attend the Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Friday, September 26 in the Solomon Theater. The ceremony will be emceed by award-winning sports anchor and reporter Fletcher Mackel. The Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame...
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Posted in: Athletics, Mission, StM Traditions, Alumni Awards
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 ...
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Posted in: Athletics, Upper School, Campus of Opportunity
Order Christmas Greens and Support StM!
September 23rd, 2025
The holiday season is just around the corner, and St. Martin’s Class of 2027 is spreading cheer while raising funds for a special cause—their junior/senior prom! From September 24 through November 3, students will be selling beautiful Christmas greens to brighten homes and bring the spirit of th...
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Posted in: Community, Upper School
Kindergarten Students Learn Science, Math, and Reading Through Apples
September 22nd, 2025
In Kindergarten, even an apple turns into a whole world of learning! From measuring and counting seeds (math), to exploring the parts of an apple and how they grow (science), to practicing the letter A (reading readiness), our students are discovering how one familiar object can open doors to every ...
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Posted in: Academic Excellence, Lower School, Love of Learning
Pre-K Explores the Concept of Community
September 22nd, 2025
Our Pre-K Saints are learning all about community helpers—the people who keep our neighborhoods healthy, safe, and connected. So far, they’ve met Dr. Aaron Thompson, Nurse Eileen Smilari, and even postal worker Earl Egan, who brought his mail truck to campus and let students climb inside! They a...
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Posted in: Academic Excellence, Community, StM Traditions, Lower School, Love of Learning
Servant Leadership Discussion Inspires 8th and 12th Graders
September 19th, 2025
What does it mean to lead with compassion? This week, 8th graders and seniors gathered for a servant leadership discussion that connected directly to the legacy of St. Martin of Tours. Fr. Millican shared the history of servant leadership, while seniors Sophie Miller, Garri Lawson, and Will Adrianc...
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Posted in: Community, Mission, Middle School, Upper School