We follow the curriculum as established by the B.C. Ministry of Education, along with: Religion. The "Born of the Spirit" series is taught in all grades. Students are prepared to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Eucharist (grade two), and 
Confirmation (grade seven). Included in the Sacramental preparations are specially prepared
liturgies for children. The school children also prepare for and attend an all-school liturgy
and Benediction once per month; as well as Reconciliation twice yearly with their class.
Paraliturgies to celebrate special times during the liturgical year are interwoven through
our year. Religion goes far beyond a subject taught once per day; it permeates everything
we say and do throughout the day.
Other special programs include: Computers. Our computer program has continued to expand this past year. Our Library has two Multi-Media stations for student research, "search and retrieval", and enjoyment. Every class has several in-class computers which are integrated into the classroom programme. Our sixteen Lab computer (brand new last year) are used regularly to develop Keyboarding, Word Processing, Graphics and Data Analysis skills. This year's additions to our Techno-Toys: a digital camera, a video camera and VCR with computer editing capabilities. Computer technology is definitely an integral part of education at St. Mary's.
Music. We have a music specialist who teaches music to both our Primary and Intermediate grades. We have two active choirs that get lots of practice performing for others. Physical Education. This subject is taught to all grades by trained P.E. specialists three times per week. Special Education. A full-time specialist works with children having learning difficulties; she initiates and maintains a Peer Tutoring program. She is also available to provide counselling services one afternoon per week. Teacher Librarian. She works one day per week in the library and coordinates a system of parent volunteers to maintain our Library on a day to day basis. Our school also employs a teacher aide for Kindergarten.
At St. Mary's we see our school as an extension of your home - in promoting your child's total and unique growth as one of God's creations.
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French. This subject is taught to all grades by a French specialist.