Mother of Divine Grace Interparochial School

Our St. John Paul II Parish community is grieving the tragic death of Riley Costello, a young woman whose loss has touched so many people throughout Port Richmond and beyond.

This Sunday, August 23, at 6:00 PM at Nativity BVM Church, we will offer Mass for the repose of Riley’s soul and for the consolation of her family, friends, classmates, neighbors, and all those whose hearts are hurting because of her death.

Everyone is welcome. We especially invite Riley’s friends, classmates, fellow students, and young people who knew and loved her to join us.

There are moments when words simply are not enough. At times like this, we need one another—and we need a place to bring our sorrow, our questions, our memories, and our prayers before God.

Please join us Sunday evening as we come together as a community to remember Riley, to pray for her, and to support one another in faith and hope.

Mass for Riley Costello
Sunday, August 23 • 6:00 PM
Nativity BVM Church
St. John Paul II Parish

Please share this invitation with Riley’s friends, classmates, neighbors, and anyone who may wish to join us in prayer.

May Riley rest in the peace of Christ, and may God comfort all who mourn her loss.

MDG is looking for a long-term sub! Please spread the word.

🦅 THE BIRDS ARE BACK!! 🦅
Try your luck and help support MDG H&S! 💛💙

👕 Uniform Exchange is this Tuesday and Wednesday!
No need to donate in order to shop—everyone is welcome to participate. Come by and find what you need! 💙💛

Congratulations to the new Mr and Mrs McClain, formally Ms B, on their wedding day!

🍎 That’s a wrap on our Teacher Spotlight series! 🍎

Today we’re celebrating our Specials Teachers—Miss Sara, Miss Jackie, and Miss Jill! They bring something extra to every school day, inspiring our students through language, technology, creativity, movement, and so much more.

Thank you for sharing your passion, talents, and dedication with our MDG family. We are so grateful to have each of you as part of our school community, and we can’t wait for another incredible year together!

If you’d like to support our Specials classrooms, their Amazon Wish Lists are linked in this post. Every donation helps provide supplies and resources that enhance learning and create meaningful experiences for our students. Thank you for your generosity and continued support!

💻 Spanish & Technology: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/7MQPMSM60S21?ref_=wl_share

🎨 Art: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/BDA2VFBCRUSQ?filter=unpurchased&sort=date-added&viewType=grid

🏀 Gym: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Q7R6LAFQ1O5?ref_=wl_share

✨Welcome to the 3rd Floor ✨

Our Meet the Teachers series continues as we introduce four amazing members of our middle school faculty! These dedicated educators inspire our students to grow academically, spiritually, and personally while preparing them for success both in and out of the classroom.

💛 Mrs. Berkery – 5th–8th Grade Religion & 8th Grade Math wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2IEK3DSTBBR8Z?ref_=wl_share

💚 Mrs. Fernandez – 5th–8th Grade ELA & 7th Grade Math wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/6M5404FTBPIF?ref_=wl_share

🩵 Mrs. McClain – 5th–8th Grade Science & 6th Grade Math wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/RFJ4DDU4V1OU?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_ggr-subnav-share_ZCC868X27DP8K4MCX48Q&lan

🧡 Mrs. McCairns – 5th–8th Grade Social Studies & 5th Grade Math wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/36SCALSZ64J0U?ref=cm_sw_sm_r_un_un_chvvRCWh98Sqn

From fostering a love of learning to creating welcoming, faith-filled classrooms, these teachers are ready to make this school year one to remember!

📚 Be sure to check out their classroom wish lists as well! Every donation helps provide supplies and resources that directly impact our students and classrooms.

We’re continuing our Meet the Teachers series by moving up to the second floor of Mother of Divine Grace to highlight the teachers who make this such a special place to learn and grow!

❤️ Mrs. McIlhenny – 1st Grade wishlist: offered at back to school night

🧡 Ms. Brooks – 2nd Grade wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DM5MRI0RO1Y2?ref_=wl_share

💛 Mrs. LaMantia – 3rd Grade wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/I7RH5XRLX6JO?ref_=wl_share

💚 Ms. Bagnell – 4th Grade wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/325BAOUYTY0NG?ref_=wl_share

Each of these dedicated teachers brings a passion for faith, learning, and helping every student reach their full potential. We are so grateful for the love and commitment they pour into their classrooms each and every day.

📚 Don’t forget to check out their classroom wish lists, too! Every donation—big or small—helps provide supplies and resources that directly benefit our students throughout the school year