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The Harrison County Catholic School System (St. Mary's) is based on the educational philosophy in which faith, culture, and life are brought into harmony.
In conjunction with the parents and the community, we educate, spread God's Word, and contribute to the formation of a morally sound and healthy lifestyle among our students.
West Virginia State Curriculum is taught along with the curriculum objectives of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.
Students participate in the Stanford 9 Achievement Test. St. Mary's School welcomes families who accept the values promoted by Jesus Christ--faith, hope, love, peace, and justice.
The faculty strives to nurture students in reaching their full potential.
Together with the family, we share the responsibility of preparing each child for the future, a future with strong Christian values.
School Motto: Nurture the spirit, challenge the mind, and strengthen the heart.
The Harrison County Catholic School System (St. Mary's) is based on
the educational philosophy in which faith, culture, and life are
brought into harmony. In conjunction with the parents and the
community, we educate, spread God's Word, and contribute to the
formation of a morally sound and healthy lifestyle among our
students. West Virginia State Curriculum is taught along with the
curriculum objectives of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.
Students participate in the Stanford 9 Achievement Test. St. Mary's
School welcomes families who accept the values promoted by Jesus
Christ--faith, hope, love, peace, and justice. The faculty strives
to nurture students in reaching their full potential. Together with
the family, we share the responsibility of preparing each child for
the future, a future with strong Christian values.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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