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Dear Families and Friends of Saint Mary’s,

It is with great joy and deep gratitude that I introduce myself as the principal of Saint Mary’s Catholic School. I come to this role with a heart on fire for Christ and a deep love for the Catholic Church, ready to serve and support this extraordinary school community. Saint Mary’s has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and authentic Catholic formation, and I am committed to honoring that legacy while helping our students grow in every way God calls them to.

We don’t just educate minds at Saint Mary’s, we form disciples. Our mission is to help students grow into saints: young men and women who are confident in their identity as children of God, prepared to follow His call, and equipped to make a difference in the world. Growing into a saint is not a passive path. It requires strength, discipline, wisdom, and grace. Throughout history, the saints have been teachers, leaders, founders of hospitals and orphanages, defenders of the poor, and reformers of nations. That kind of holy impact takes both spiritual formation and intellectual excellence.

That’s why at Saint Mary’s, we challenge our students to think deeply, communicate clearly, serve joyfully, and live virtuously. Academic rigor matters because answering God’s call often demands courage, creativity, and a well-formed mind. In every subject, from math to music to literature, our students are taught not only how to learn, but why their learning matters in God’s greater plan.

What makes this community so special is the spirit of faith and family that fills every classroom and hallway. Teachers here don’t just pass on knowledge; they witness to the love of Christ in the way they teach, encourage, and care for each student. Our families walk alongside us in partnership, rooted in the belief that true education is a collaboration between home, school, and Church.

I want you to know that I am here to serve, to build on the goodness that already exists, to listen, and to help our school continue to thrive in faith, excellence, and community.

Whether you’re a longtime member of our school family or just discovering Saint Mary’s for the first time, I warmly invite you to get involved, ask questions, and come visit us. There is something truly beautiful happening here—and I would love for you to be a part of it.

In Christ,
Michael Regnet
Principal, Saint Mary’s Catholic School

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