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Celebrating Excellence: Faculty and Staff Honored for Service, Leadership, and Outstanding Teaching
May 29th, 2026
At the close of the school year, St. Martin’s faculty and staff gathered in the Dan and Frances White Chapel to celebrate a year of growth and to recognize the remarkable dedication of their colleagues. This annual ceremony honors the individuals whose passion and service help shape the heart of o...
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...
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 + ...
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...
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 ...
Sixth Grade Spanish Students Bring The Three Little Pigs to Life for George Cottage Threes
April 21st, 2026
Señorita Mascorro’s 6th-grade Spanish class presents a live performance of the classic children’s tale Los Tres Cerdos Pequeños (The Three Little Pigs) for an audience of George Cottage students. Gestures, storytelling, and laughter are at the heart of how our Middle School students master ...
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:...
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...
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...
St. Martin's Students Achieve 100% Advancement Rate at 2026 District Literary Rally
March 25th, 2026
St. Martin's students secured a dominant victory at the Southeast Louisiana District Literary Rally on March 14, held at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond. From the humanities to the advanced sciences, St. Martin’s competitors secured top finishes in the state’s premier academic compe...
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...
Middle School Students Celebrate Locura de Marzo Results
March 19th, 2026
The nationwide results are in. Our Middle School students have been on the edge of their seats waiting to see if their favorite tracks would win the national Locura de Marzo bracket. This month-long challenge connects our Middle School Spanish classrooms with students across the country as they list...
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 ...
Students Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week
March 17th, 2026
Recently, our students practiced living out the saying “It’s better to give than receive,” as part of StM’s Random Acts of Kindness Week. At St. Martin’s, our Episcopal tradition calls us to respect others, speak honestly, offer kindness, and serve the community in celebration and worship ...
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...
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...
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 ...
Mardi Gras Chapel Celebrates French Language, Faith, and Louisiana Culture at St. Martin’s
February 3rd, 2026
St. Martin’s Episcopal School gathered today in the Dan and Frances White Chapel for its annual Mardi Gras chapel service, a beloved tradition that brings together faith, culture, and academic learning in a meaningful way. Rooted in the season of Epiphany and the rich Mardi Gras traditions of L...
Posted in: Academic Excellence, Episcopal Tradition, Faith, World Languages, Middle School, Upper SchoolGirls 5/6 Basketball Team Claims Third Straight NOAL Championship
January 30th, 2026
St. Martin's girls' 5th/6th grade basketball team continued its tradition of excellence with a third consecutive New Orleans Athletic League championship, earning a hard-fought 17–14 victory over a talented Kehoe-France squad. The championship matchup showcased disciplined defense, teamwor...
Posted in: Athletics, Middle SchoolA Science Lesson They Won’t Forget: Inside a Fifth Grade Digestive System Lab at St. Martin’s
January 21st, 2026
In fifth grade science at St. Martin’s Episcopal School, learning doesn’t stop at diagrams in a textbook. Recently, students took part in a hands-on lab designed to model the human digestive system. While the activity may have been memorable for its sensory elements, its real impact came from t...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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...
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...
Advent Kindness Calendars Offered to Families
November 25th, 2025
As we prepare to enter the season of Advent, St. Martin’s Counseling Office has created Advent Kindness Calendars to help students and their families focus on gratitude, generosity, and simple acts of love throughout December. The calendar offers a daily kindness prompt—easy, meaningful ...
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...
Schoolwide Food Drive Supporting St. Anna’s Episcopal Church Begins November 17
November 17th, 2025
St. Martin’s is proud to announce the launch of this year’s schoolwide Service-Learning Food Drive, led by our 9th and 11th grade students. Rooted in our commitment to Faith, Scholarship, and Service, this yearlong project focuses on addressing food insecurity through education, empathy, and act...
St. Martin’s Day Brings the School Together in Faith and Fun
November 14th, 2025
On Friday, November 14, the St. Martin’s Episcopal School community came together for a beloved tradition: St. Martin’s Day, a celebration honoring the life and legacy of St. Martin of Tours. The day was filled with gratitude, service, and schoolwide camaraderie in honor of our namesake’s comm...
Posted in: Community, Episcopal Tradition, Faith, Mission, StM Traditions, George Cottage, Lower School, Middle School, Upper SchoolPerforming 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...
Eighth Grade Celebrates Veterans in Poignant, Student-Led Assembly
November 10th, 2025
On Monday, November 10, eighth grade students at St. Martin’s Episcopal School culminated weeks of collaborative work in their English and history classes with a moving Veterans Day Assembly honoring those who have served our country.In preparation for the event, each student identified a veteran�...
Students Lead Service-Learning Project to Support Angels’ Place
November 10th, 2025
St. Martin’s 8th and 12th grade students are putting compassion into action through a meaningful Service Learning partnership with Angels’ Place, an organization that provides ongoing support to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.As part of their yearlong focus on servic...
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 ...
Students Study and Celebrate Día de los Muertos
October 30th, 2025
A special table stood in the Dan and Frances White Chapel, glowing with the color and spirit of Día de los Muertos. Colorful paper marigolds framed photos of loved ones and pets who have passed, surrounded by decorated skulls, candles, and delicate papel picado banners. One by one, Middle and Upper...
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...
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...
Seventh Grade Explores Marine Science on Class Trip
October 14th, 2025
St. Martin’s seventh grade class recently returned from their class trip to the University of Southern Mississippi’s Marine Education Camp and Cat Island. This hands-on learning adventure gave the Class of 2031 the opportunity to explore the Gulf Coast’s unique ecosystems through a variety of ...
Mastering World Languages Using the Accelerative Integrated Method
October 10th, 2025
Gestures, storytelling, and laughter — that’s how our Middle School students are mastering World Languages of French, Spanish, and Mandarin! Here, the focus on learning a new language is more than memorizing words — it’s about living the language. Listen as our Middle and Upper School World ...
StM Celebrates Episcopal Schools Week with Activities and All-School Chapel
October 7th, 2025
As part of Episcopal Schools Week, St. Martin’s All-School Chapel brought together students, faculty, and staff in celebration of our Episcopal identity. Senior Will Adriance ’26 offered a heartfelt reflection on how his St. Martin’s journey has shaped his sense of service and leadership, and ...
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...
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...
Middle School Choir Sings for George Cottage Threes
September 12th, 2025
Our George Cottage Threes were in for the sweetest surprise today—a special performance by Mrs. Christina Vial Comer ’91 and her fifth and sixth grade choir students. Little ones lit up hearing “big kids” share their voices, and the older students loved inspiring our younger Saints. We ...
Middle School Celebrates Honor Chapel
September 8th, 2025
Middle School students have been exploring what it means to live with honor. In advisory, they researched and discussed the virtue of honor, then worked together to create videos illustrating what it looks like in their own lives. Today, in the Dan and Frances White Chapel, students gathered to watc...
Inside the 4-D Curriculum: How St. Martin’s Prepares Students for Life
July 24th, 2025
The world is changing fast—and education has to keep pace. That’s why St. Martin’s uses the 4-D Curriculum, a research-based framework that prepares students to thrive not just in college, but in life. Developed out of research at Harvard University’s Center for Curriculum Redesign, the 4...
Celebrating Excellence: Faculty and Staff Honored for Service, Leadership, and Outstanding Teaching
June 11th, 2025
At the close of the school year, St. Martin’s faculty and staff gathered in the Dan and Frances White Chapel to celebrate a year of growth and to recognize the remarkable dedication of their colleagues. This annual ceremony honors the individuals whose passion and service help shape the heart of o...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...
Class of 2033 Takes First Step into Middle School Life at St. Martin’s
May 21st, 2025
This week, St. Martin’s rising fifth graders got a preview of the exciting journey ahead as they spent the day exploring Middle School life. From meeting new teachers to learning how to open lockers, students got hands-on experience with the routines, expectations, and opportunities that await the...
Sixth Grade Constructs Benches in I+D Class
May 12th, 2025
Our Sixth Graders have been hard at work in their Innovation + Design class, building benches that will be used across campus. Guided by Mr. Robby Stanley, our students have learned to use several tools in The Gibbs Family Center for Innovation + Design to create the pieces that will be used by stud...
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...
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...
StM Celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Week
February 25th, 2025
Throughout last week, our students practiced living out the saying “It’s better to give than receive,” as part of StM’s Random Acts of Kindness Week. At St. Martin’s, our Episcopal tradition calls us to respect others, speak honestly, offer kindness, and serve the community in celebration ...
BSU Hosts Black History Assembly
February 17th, 2025
The Black Student Union held an educational and lively assembly for Middle and Upper School students, shining a light on the impact and importance of Black History on New Orleans’ culture. This year’s assembly highlighted the rich musical and cultural heritage of New Orleans, celebratin...
On Elizabethan Day, History Comes Alive for Eighth Graders
February 14th, 2025
St. Martin’s time-honored tradition of Elizabethan Day took place today—fittingly on Valentine’s Day—as our eighth graders immersed themselves in the world of Romeo and Juliet.In English class, students have been studying Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, while in history, they explored the ...
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! ...
Faculty Embrace A Love of Thinking and Learning on Professional Development Day
February 7th, 2025
At St. Martin’s Episcopal School, the pursuit of knowledge extends beyond the classroom—not just for students, but for our dedicated faculty and staff as well. Our recent Professional Development Day was a testament to the passion, expertise, and commitment that define our school community. A...
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 ...
Sixth and Seventh Graders Create Jesse Tree
December 17th, 2024
During this season of Advent, as we await the coming of Christ, our sixth and seventh graders have been learning about the tradition of the Jesse Tree in their religion classes with Ms. Betsy Fox ‘82. This tradition is based on the prophecy from Isaiah: “There shall come forth a shoot from the s...
Eighth Grade Latin Takes Experiential Learning Trip
December 9th, 2024
Our eighth grade Latin class recently took a field trip to Lakeside Shopping Center and went puellae vs. pueri on a quest to find as many words with "Latin DNA" as possible. In addition to their knowledge of Latin roots, students used a set of 16 clues as a guide to help determine if a word has some...
Père Noël Visits St. Martin's
December 6th, 2024
Students in Lower, Middle, and Upper School each received a visit from Père Noël, or St. Nicholas, in the Dan and Frances White Chapel. St. Nicholas was a fourth-century bishop from Myra, located in modern-day Turkey. During his visit, he gave students a bit of background about who this important ...
Posted in: Community, Episcopal Tradition, Faith, StM Traditions, Lower School, Middle School, Upper SchoolFall 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...
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...
StM Celebrates Grandfriends' Day
November 26th, 2024
Grandparents and grandfriends play an extremely important role in the lives of our Saints. St. Martin's was filled with gratitude to welcome our students’ grandparents and family friends to our annual Grandfriends' Day. The special day, which gives our students the opportunity to sh...
Posted in: Community, StM Traditions, George Cottage, Lower School, Middle School, Upper School, ParentsBe 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...Eighth Graders Learn About Veterans Day Through Cross-Disciplinary Project
November 11th, 2024
Eighth graders recently embarked on a powerful learning experience that culminated in a Veterans Day Assembly for Middle and Upper School students. The students explored the history and significance of Veterans Day in their English and Social Studies classes, and gained a deeper understand...
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...
Eighth Grade Retreat Gives Students Opportunities to Live Out StM's Five Pillars
October 10th, 2024
This week’s eighth grade retreat to Feliciana Retreat Center was an incredible opportunity for students to live out St. Martin's five pillars: Our Episcopal Tradition, Academic Excellence, A Love of Thinking and Learning, A Supportive and Diverse Community, and A Campus of Opportunity. Through cha...
Middle School Hosts Annual Blessing of the Pets
October 3rd, 2024
This morning Middle School students (and a few George Cottage friends, too) celebrated their pets at the annual Blessing of the Animals. This StM Middle School tradition dates back three decades and is a wonderful way our community honors God’s creation and all God’s creatures as well as the wor...
Seventh Graders Explore Coastal Restoration and Sustainability
October 1st, 2024
Seventh graders recently embarked on an experiential learning trip at the University of Southern Mississippi’s Marine Education Center in Ocean Springs where they explored beach and barrier island ecology, trawled for vertebrates and invertebrates, and kayaked through a salt marsh. On the final n...
Middle School Students Participate in "Cottage Club"
August 30th, 2024
Our Middle School students have set time in their schedule to participate in a variety of clubs. One popular option is Cottage Club, where our Middle School students get to visit our George Cottage classrooms and, along with our youngest Saints, do the work of childhood — play! This is just one of...
Middle School Latin Class Steeped in Tradition
August 21st, 2024
Any StM student who has taken Middle School Latin with Mr. Keith Schwarz can attest it is a special, one-of-a-kind experience filled with deep learning, meaningful experiences, huge amounts of laughter and fun, and memorable traditions. The "Latin 7 Starter Pack" is a newer tradition in Middle Schoo...
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...
Community Comes Together for Back to School Bash
August 18th, 2024
The St. Martin's community came together to celebrate the kickoff of the 2024-25 school year at the annual Back to School Bash. From a chapel service to games to facepainting to food and more, Saints enjoyed celebrating together on campus. ...
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...
Seventh Grade Performs "Ricitos de Oro y Los Tres Osos" for George Cottage 3s
May 7th, 2024
Señorita Mascorro's seventh grade Spanish class performed "Ricitos de Oro y Los Tres Osos", (Goldilocks and the Three Bears) in front of a live audience of our George Cottage 3s class. The three-year-olds were excited to watch the play, having recently studied fairy tales and nursery rhymes. The pl...
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...
Students Help Fellow Saints Through NHS Tutoring Program
April 30th, 2024
Junior Lilly Bordelon and fifth grader Landon Parks share a special bond. Twice a week, Bordelon helps Parks after school as part of the National Honor Society tutoring program. Despite being several grades apart, the two have developed a bond. ...
Seventh Grader Shares Story of Passover and Seder Meal with Classmates
April 30th, 2024
Molly Dunn ‘29 (daughter of Sam Dunn '91) brought Matzah and charoset to share with her seventh grade religion class. She told the class the story of Passover and about the Seder meal. Together, the class talked about the foods on the Seder Plate that help tell the story of the Israelites' liberat...
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 OpportunitySeventh Graders Participate in Youth Legislature
April 4th, 2024
Seventh graders (with the help of some eighth graders) recently traveled to Baton Rouge to participate in the Youth Legislature program, competing against students in schools across the state. Youth Legislature introduces students to the legislative process by allowing them to write bills to present...
Posted in: Academic Excellence, Middle SchoolPerforming 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...
Students Seek a Spot on "La Pared de la Fama" in Spanish Class
March 12th, 2024
Students in Señorita Mascorro’s Middle School Spanish classes have the opportunity to earn a spot on the coveted “La Pared de la Fama” (The Wall of Fame), which recognizes students for outstanding participation and performance in Spanish. Adorned in a colorful poncho and sombrero or flower, s...
StM Welcomes Son of a Saint Founder Bivian Lee to Black History Month Assembly
February 26th, 2024
St. Martin’s was pleased to welcome Son of a Saint Founder + CEO Bivian ‘Sonny’ Lee III to a Black History Month Assembly hosted by the Black Student Union. Middle and Upper School students learned about key figures in Black History, listened to a conversation with junior Kaden Forges and Mr. ...
Middle School Welcomes Bestselling Authors Lisa and Matt McMann
February 19th, 2024
We were proud to welcome bestselling authors Lisa McMann and Matt McMann to speak to fourth-sixth graders in the Solomon Theater today. The duo discussed their latest books (in the Forgotten Five and Monsterious series), shared their journeys to becoming writers, and answered questions from students...
Eighth Graders Celebrate Elizabethan Day
February 2nd, 2024
Today was Elizabethan Day for our Class of 2028! For more than 20 years, St. Martin’s eighth graders have celebrated Elizabethan Day. This #onlyStMartins tradition is the culmination of a cross curricular study in English and History classes of the Elizabethan age — a period where peace, prosp...
Cast List of The Music Man, Jr. Announced
January 15th, 2024
St. Martin’s Fine Arts Department has announced the cast list of its spring musical, Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, Jr. Based on Meredith Willson's six-time-Tony-Award-winning musical comedy, The Music Man Jr. features some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled ...
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...
StM Community Donates Coats to New Orleans Mission
November 10th, 2023
Each year, the St. Martin’s community joins together to live out our ideal of Service and support a worthy cause as part of our celebration of our patron saint, St. Martin de Tours. This year, the school followed the example of St. Martin himself and hosted a coat drive.According to legend, Martin...
Middle and Upper School Students Celebrate Día de los Muertos
November 6th, 2023
A special altar stood in the Dan and Frances White Chapel, ornamented with bright orange marigolds, photos of loved ones and pets who have passed, decorated skulls, candles, and papel picado (perforated paper flags). One by one, Middle and Upper School students, faculty, and staff placed ofrendas�...
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