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MARY'S ACADEMY The Dalles, Oregon | Established in 1864 ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://smatd.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://smatd.org/activities/) - [St. Mary’s Academy to Host Internationally Acclaimed Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer in The Dalles](https://smatd.org/st-marys-academy-to-host-internationally-acclaimed-rock-violinist-aaron-meyer-in-the-dalles/) - Purchase Tickets ONLINE: https://st-marys-academy.betterworld.org/events/aaron-meyer-rock-violin-concert - [Help Build SMA's Future One Swing at a Time!](https://smatd.org/help-build-smas-future-one-swing-at-a-time/) - Donate here: https://st-marys-academy.betterworld.org/campaigns/sma-playground - [3rd Annual Steve Garrett Memorial Pickleball Tournament](https://smatd.org/3rd-annual-steve-garrett-memorial-pickleball-tournament/) - Don't forget to join us for the 3rd Annual Steve Garrett Memorial Pickleball Tournament and help support the Steve Garrett Scholarship Fund at The Dalles High School! When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 8:00 AM - Competitive Bracket (Skill 3.0+) | $40 per person 1:00 PM - Novice Play | $20 per person Where: The Dalles - [A TOAST TO FIVE DECADES GALA](https://smatd.org/a-toast-to-five-decades-gala/) - CLICK HERE TO ORDER TICKETS - [Summer Social](https://smatd.org/summer-social/) - It's almost here - we are looking forward to seeing everyone this Saturday, August 10th from 3pm to 5pm - [Silent Auction is NOW LIVE](https://smatd.org/silent-auction-is-now-live/) - Start Bidding NOW @ SILENT AUCTION - [Press Release - Grant Award](https://smatd.org/press-release-grant-award/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Wendy Palmer, Development Director, 541-296-6004, wpalmer@smatd.org ST. MARY’S ACADEMY – THE DALLES RECEIVES $300,000 GRANT FOR PERIMETER FENCING & SECURITY CAMERA UPGRADES St. Mary’s Academy recently received award notifications of two $150,000 grants through Oregon Department of Emergency Management (ODM). ODM administers the Non-profit Security Grant Program (NSGP) made available to - [2023 Jog-a-thon](https://smatd.org/2023-jog-a-thon/) - The 2023 Jog-a-thon is Friday, October 6th. The Jog-a-thon is a school-wide event/fundraiser where students get pledges or donations and then walk or run laps around the track. Donations are accepted online. https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/OR/TheDalles/SMAJog ## Pages - [About Us](https://smatd.org/) - St. Mary's Academy is a Catholic Pre-School through Eighth Grade school in The Dalles, Oregon. St. Mary's is an educational community in which principal, teachers, staff, families, clergy, and parishioners work together to provide students with a strong spiritual, academic, psychological, and social foundation. St. Mary's places focus on teaching and living the Gospel and - [Administration & Staff](https://smatd.org/about-us/administration-staff/) - Kimberly Koch, School Administrator / Principal Kim is beginning her 30th year at St. Mary’s Academy and her 18th year serving as school administrator. She is passionate about “instilling strong morals and values while providing an excellent academic education.” One of the things Kim enjoys most about her role is the close collaboration among students, - [School Advisory Council](https://smatd.org/about-us/school-advisory-council/) - St. Mary’s Academy Advisory Council is an advisory council with responsibilities in advising policies. The council is made up of the administrative team (Pastor and Principal) along with five members. The council uses a consensus model of decision on policy making. The council has specific responsibilities in the following areas: Planning: sets goals and plans - [Extended Learning Program](https://smatd.org/about-us/extended-day-care/) - St. Mary’s Academy is pleased to offer the St. Mary’s Extended Learning Program, a state-licensed program providing quality care and enrichment for children beyond the regular school day. The program serves children ages 3 through 5th grade and is available to SMA students, their siblings, St. Peter Parish members, and members of the community, as - [2026 Summer Discovery Camps!](https://smatd.org/2026-summer-discovery-camps/) - REGISTER FOR CAMP - [School Fundraisers](https://smatd.org/support-our-school/) - April 17, 2026: Concert at Old St. Peter’s to Benefit St. Mary’s Academy Order Tickets Online: TICKETS Benefit Gala Held annually on the first Saturday in February! Mark your calendar now for our 2027 Gala on Saturday, February 6th! Jog-A-Thon Held annually on the first Friday in October! Our 2026 - [FAQ](https://smatd.org/registration/faq/) - Do you have a registration fee? Yes. The registration fee for the 2025-2026 school year is $400 per student in Kindergarten to 8th Grade and $300 per student in Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten. Who sets the tuition rates and why is there a difference in tuition for Catholic families? The Principal of our school with - [Job Openings](https://smatd.org/job-openings/) - Job Openings - Join Our Team at St. Mary’s Academy! Located in the scenic town of The Dalles, Oregon, St. Mary’s Academy is a welcoming, non-profit Catholic school that embraces students and families of all faiths, serving preschool through 8th grade. Substitute Teaching Positions – PS–8th Grade We are seeking dedicated Substitute Teachers to join - [2025 SUMMER CAMP ADVENTURE](https://smatd.org/summer-camp/) - ONLINE REGISTRATION Download Offline Registration Form Here - [Cornhole Tournament](https://smatd.org/4th-of-july/) - REGISTER HERE! - [Parent Resources](https://smatd.org/parent-resources/) - ABCya! http://www.abcya.com/ Gmail http://www.gmail.com Typing Web https://www.typing.com/student/login SignUp Genius http://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm Sycamore School Student Information System https://app.sycamoreschool.com/index.php?schoolid=2239 - [Student Life](https://smatd.org/student-life/) - St. Mary’s Academy students enjoy access to several clubs, community service, and other activities to stretch our students' educational experience. Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) Students from 3rd-8th grade at St. Mary’s Academy participate in the Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB). The program encourages and recognizes students who enjoy reading while broadening - [Music](https://smatd.org/academics/band/) - At St. Mary's Academy, music is an important part of our curriculum. Our teachers use movement, verse, and song to engage our Pre-School and Primary classes. Students perform throughout the school year. Band and Choir are available for our students in grades 5-8. Students select their class and instrument of choice and attend class three - [Middle School Curriculum](https://smatd.org/academics/middle-school-curriculum/) - SIXTH GRADE Religion Faith and Life Grade 6 - Following Christ Scope & Sequence @ ignatius.com/promotions/faithandlife/scope.html Resources: Faith and Life Series Language Arts Grammar Parts of Speech Sentence Types & Parts Punctuation Daily Oral Language Vocabulary Definitions Synonyms Sentence Use Short Stories Plot Theme Character Setting Genre Comprehension Critical Thinking Literature: The Cay Tuck Everlasting - [Elementary Curriculum](https://smatd.org/academics/elementary-curriculum/) - KINDERGARTEN Religion Daily Prayer Songs of Praise Understand that when we pray we talk and listen to God Liturgical Year (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, Holy Days) Community Service Creation Values (Honesty, Patience, Respect, Cooperation, etc. Language Arts Letter Formation/Sounds Phonics D'Nealian Handwriting Language Experience Charts Shared Reading Journal Writing Fairy/Folk Tales Poems/Rhymes/Songs Small Individual Books - [Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum](https://smatd.org/academics/pre-school-and-pre-kindergarten-curriculum/) - PRE-SCHOOL Religion Monthly Scripture Say prayers before meals Understand that when we pray we talk and listen to God Pray for ourselves and others Thank God for His gifts Daily Devotions Bible Stories Liturgical Seasons Faith-Based Centers Language Arts Name Recognition at the check-in table on arrival & name letter formation by tracing name each - [Message from the Principal](https://smatd.org/about-us/message-from-the-principal/) - Dear parents, On behalf of the St. Mary’s Academy community, I welcome you to learn more about St. Mary’s Academy. We are very proud of our community and look forward to sharing with you the many benefits of our school through the information found on our website. At St. Mary’s Academy, we strive to bring - [Fall "Oktober" Fest - Cornhole Tournament & Beer Stein Holding Registration](https://smatd.org/https-forms-gle-phe826kbxmhk9wdaa/) - VENDORS - FULL Thank you to all our Vendors - we are looking forward to a great event! CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION BEER STEIN HOLDING CONSTEST REGISTRATION - [Vendor Form](https://smatd.org/vendor-form/) - [Mission & Values](https://smatd.org/about-us/mission-values/) - Mission Statement of St. Mary’s Academy St. Mary’s Academy provides an education within the Catholic tradition, nurturing the potential of each person, while teaching respect and responsibility for all God’s creation. Mission Statement of St. Peter’s Parish We believe the Mission of St. Peter’s, The Dalles, is to worship, to serve God as a Catholic - [Admissions](https://smatd.org/admissions/) - Registration for school takes place in the Spring. At that time, families with students already enrolled in grades Pre-School through 8th will be given the opportunity to register first; then students from the parish and other Catholic parishes, and finally admission will be open to the public until classes are filled. Use the list below - [Academics](https://smatd.org/academics/academics/) - St. Mary's Academy firmly believes in teaching the whole child. Religion, language arts, social studies, science, math, technology, art and music, all contribute toward the development of each child's full potential. Students participate in a wide variety of enrichment activities to enhance classroom curricula. As a parochial educational facility, St. Mary's Academy meets and exceeds - [Religious Instruction](https://smatd.org/academics/religious-instruction/) - The threefold purpose of Christian education for Catholic schools is to foster growth in faith, build community, and serve the human community. Each class has daily experiences which include prayer and the Diocesan approved curriculum lessons. Students in grades K – 8th attend Mass once a week. Other celebrations of Mass are arranged with the - [SMATD Ready School, Safe Learners Guidance](https://smatd.org/parent-resources/smatd-ready-school-safe-learners-guidance/) - St. Mary's Safety Protocols and Re-Opening Plans Information for SMA Families: 2020-2021 School Year at a Glance School Opening Update 08.27.2020 Documents for School Operations and Re-Opening: SMATD - Communicable Diseases Management Annex & Operational Blueprint SMATD - Anexo de gestión de enfermedades transmisibles y plan operativo Oregon Department of Education Ready Schools Safe - [Admissions](https://smatd.org/registration/) - Registration for school takes place in the Spring. At that time, families with students already enrolled in grades Pre-School through 8th will be given the opportunity to register first; then students from the parish and other Catholic parishes, and finally admission will be open to the public until classes are filled. Use the list below - [Our History](https://smatd.org/about-us/history/) - Tradition and Excellence in Education Since 1864 Founded in August of 1864, St. Mary's Academy came to life with the arrival of Sister M. Francis Assisi, Sister M. Francis Xavier, Sister Mary Arsenius, and Sister Mary Agatha. Upon their arrival in The Dalles, Oregon, the Sisters were taken by Father L. Vermeersch to a small - [Academics](https://smatd.org/academics/) - St. Mary's Academy firmly believes in teaching the whole child. Religion, language arts, social studies, science, math, technology, art and music, all contribute toward the development of each child's full potential. Students participate in a wide variety of enrichment activities to enhance classroom curricula. As a parochial educational facility, St. Mary's Academy meets and exceeds - [Home](https://smatd.org/sample-page/) - [Registration Fees & Tuition](https://smatd.org/registration/tuition-fees/) - Please contact the school for current Registration & Tuition Fee information. 541-296-6004 / office@smatd.org ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://smatd.org/category/uncategorized/)