St. Matthew's Parish School

Big Bear, big growth! On their unforgettable retreat, SMPS 7th graders leveled up their leadership skills through epic team challenges, outdoor skill-building, and hands-on environmental exploration all while bonding as a class. 🏔️🌲

To read more about the 7th grade retreat, follow the link in our Stories.

We're thrilled to announce that Michael Maltzan Architecture will serve as the architect for our campus rebuild—a transformative milestone for the St. Matthew's community! Known for their world-class portfolio and values that mirror our own, MMA will thoughtfully integrate the natural beauty of our surroundings, the rich culture and traditions of St. Matthew's, and the interconnected spirit of our Parish and School family. Together, we're building more than a campus—we're creating a beautiful, functional, and inspiring home for generations to come. 💙 #90272

What an incredible way to celebrate our Falcons flag football teams! This weekend, our student-athletes attended the vs. Seahawks game at SoFi Stadium. Watching our Falcons experience the excitement of an NFL game together as they cheered as a team, reminds us why we do what we do. Thank you to our coaches and chaperones for their commitment to our Falcons and to Mr. Kevin Demoff, COO of the Los Angeles Rams, for making this possible. What a perfect way to cap off an outstanding fall football season. Go Falcons! 💙🏈

Challenge accepted! Our K-2 students ran their way to Pacific Palisades—one lap at a time, all without
leaving the gym! In this creative Destination Challenge, every lap brought them closer to our beloved
home campus in anticipation of our fall 2026 return. Huge congrats to all our runners who proved that
when you work together, you can go anywhere! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💙

Our 6th graders went on an unforgettable three-day retreat to Catalina Island! From snorkeling and tackling climbing challenges to learning about marine ecosystems and ocean conservation, they explored, learned, and grew together. Students also showed heartfelt gratitude to a volunteer firefighter from Arizona they met who helped fight the Palisades fire. This is what learning beyond the classroom looks like. ⛴️ 💙

What a way to start the season! Our middle school debate team shined at this year's tournament season opener, earning 2nd place in overall wins, with three teams placing in the top 10 and four students earning individual speaker awards. Thank you to Coach Justine B. and to all the parents, teachers, and students who showed up with Falcon spirit. Go Falcons! 💪🎤

Mr. Hawryluk brought an inspiring message to students at Middle School Chapel about the power of service! Our middle school math teacher shared his personal connection to S.P.Y., a partner organization supporting unhoused youth, and how he created a hiking fundraiser to make a difference. An example of living out our motto—Serve Lead Flourish—through meaningful community partnerships.

Wishing everyone a fantastic holiday weekend. We can't wait to welcome you all back this week for another incredible year of learning together! 🇺🇸

Brimming with anticipation, we welcomed our incredible new faculty and staff to campus for a few days of orientation. If their passion and joy is any indication of what's to come, it's going to be a great year! The rest of our amazing teachers return on Monday as we launch another back-to-school Welcome Week.

That's a wrap on Summer Enrichment 2025! Four incredible weeks of discovery, laughter, and growth have come to an end. Our amazing students and dedicated teachers made this summer unforgettable with hands-on learning, new friendships, and memorable moments. Enjoy the rest of your summer break! 🔆

St. Matthew’s is alive with learning and joy. At the halfway mark of Summer Enrichment Session 2, our students aren't just participating; they're thriving, exploring, and making memories. From science experiments that spark curiosity to creative arts that ignite imagination, every corner of our Stoner Avenue campus is buzzing with the energy of engaged young minds. When learning is this fun, education becomes an adventure!

Wishing everyone a safe and spectacular Independence Day from all of us at St. Matthew's as you spend time with family and friends. Have a wonderful rest of the summer! 🇺🇸 🎆