Frequently Asked Questions

How many students are in each class?

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) = 30
Kindergarten = 30
Grades 1-8 = An average of 30-36 per class
 

What are the school hours?

Regular Hours: 8:00AM - 3:00PM K - 8th Grades

8:15AM - 2:30PM TK

Minimum Day Hours: 8:00AM - 11:45AM K - 8th Grades

8:15AM - 11:30AM TK

 

 Is there child care?

We are very proud of our Kids' Club facility. The facility is open from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. when school is in session. Costs for participation are as follows:

Registration Fee for the per child: $100.00

Hourly Fee Registered: $10.00 per child/per hour

Hourly Fee Unregistered:  $12.00 per child/per hour

For more information regarding our program, please call the school office at (925) 935-5054.

 

Is the junior high departmentalized?

Junior high grades are departmentalized and students have different teachers for Science, Social Studies, Math, Religion and English. In grades 6-8, math and writing classes are split into smaller groups. In math for Grade 8 there is an 8th grade introduction to algebra concepts and an Algebra 1 section for qualified students.

 

Are uniforms worn at St. Mary?

All students in grades TK through Grade 8 wear a uniform.

In addition to the standard academic classes, what other classes/resources are offered at St. Mary School

Additional Activities Include:

  • Students attend Mass and other church activities on a regular basis.

  • All classes receive instruction in Spanish, Art Appreciation and Technology.

  • A resource specialist is available to students.

  • Physical Education is taught twice a week to Grades TK - 8.

  • Students participate in an annual Art Fair.

  • Junior High students have electives once a week.

  • Music is taught weekly by a music specialist.

  • Middle School grades participate in Science Fair.

  • Faith Families, which are typically comprised of one student in each grade level, meet to celebrate our Catholic Faith through activities, prayer, song and outreach

  • Junior Achievement is a parent volunteer program for Grades K-8 that educates young people to value free enterprise, business, and economics.

  • Field trips and guest speakers are offered throughout the school year.

  • Students participate in STEAM and coding activities.