The Spirit of St. Mary

Friday was an all-school assembly to recognize outstanding students in grades 4-12 and their accomplishments during the first quarter.

We were very pleased when Emily's name was called for second honors. Lauren would have been recognized (for first honors) but second graders are not part of the awards ceremony.

But even more amazing than those two accomplishments was a new honor bestowed on one member of each grade. The "Spirit of St. Mary" award recognizes students who set an example of the life the Virgin Mary led. In the fourth grade, none other than Miss Emily was honored. She received a certificate, a statue of Mary and gift certificates to Blockbuster and Burger King.