St. Mark's Cathedral School

Summer at St. Mark’s will resume next week. Our final two weekly sessions include Imagination Station, our traditional day camp for ages 3-13, and Art Lessons for grades 1-5. Register today: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/summer-camp ☀️💜

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

It's never too late to donate! Thank you for making your mark on St. Mark's through the 2020-2021 Annual Giving Campaign. The last day of the fiscal year is TOMORROW June 30, so hurry and satisfy your pledge or make a contribution today! 💜

Give now: https://www.stmarksschool.com/giving/make-a-gift

It's never too late to donate! Thank you for making your mark on St. Mark's through the 2020-2021 Annual Giving Campaign. The last day of the fiscal year is TOMORROW June 30, so hurry and satisfy your pledge or make a contribution today! 💜

Give now: https://www.stmarksschool.com/giving/make-a-gift

Happy Father’s Day to all of our wonderful St. Mark’s dads! 💜

Happy Father’s Day to all of our wonderful St. Mark’s dads! 💜

The first annual St. Mark’s Soccer Camp was a success! ⚽️🦁💜

The first annual St. Mark’s Soccer Camp was a success! ⚽️🦁💜

Looking for a football camp this summer? Check out this option for entering 3rd-8th graders! 🏈

📣 Calling all football players entering 3rd-8th grades!! 🏈

Loyola will be hosting their Youth Football Camp on July 14th and July 15th, from 10 am to 12 pm, at Messmer Stadium! Players entering 3rd – 8th grades are invited to attend. The cost is $20 to register. Register here by July 13 to reserve your spot: https://www.loyolaprep.org/athletics/teams/football/footballcamp

ATTIRE: athletic shorts, t-shirt, tennis shoes and/or football shoes.
BRING: a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn.

The goal of the camp is to teach the fundamentals of football in a positive teaching environment. We will stress the necessary skills to promote proper and safe play. We are very excited about the continued development of our football program and look forward to your participation!

Campers will receive instruction in: blocking, tackling, passing, running, kicking, receiving, and weight room fundamentals. Camp format will include, stretching and flexibility, individual, group, teamwork, and 7 on 7 game play.

**REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 13TH**

Summer camps are in full swing at St. Mark’s! This week’s offerings included our traditional day camp Imagination Station, Art Lessons, Reading Intervention for grades 1-2, and Novel Study for grades 6-7. ☀️💜

In honor and remembrance of those who have served and sacrificed. 🇺🇸

In honor and remembrance of those who have served and sacrificed. 🇺🇸

In honor of our retiring and departing faculty members. Thank you for your service at St. Mark's! 💜🦁

Kaye Swearingin - 34 years
Christine Zimmer - 15 years
Alysha Wallace - 12 years
Belinda Taylor - 10 years
Rachael Christiansen - 10 years
Natalie Cole - 9 years
Eloise Palmer - 4 years
Fr. Drew Christiansen - 2 years
Bridget Florea - 2 years
Cristyn Shanklin - 1 year
Amy Watson - 1 year

Read more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/retiring-departing-teachers-2021

In honor of our retiring and departing faculty members. Thank you for your service at St. Mark's! 💜🦁

Kaye Swearingin - 34 years
Christine Zimmer - 15 years
Alysha Wallace - 12 years
Belinda Taylor - 10 years
Rachael Christiansen - 10 years
Natalie Cole - 9 years
Eloise Palmer - 4 years
Fr. Drew Christiansen - 2 years
Bridget Florea - 2 years
Cristyn Shanklin - 1 year
Amy Watson - 1 year

Read more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/retiring-departing-teachers-2021

St. Mark's 8th grade graduate Mark Henry has been named Loyola College Prep's Ernst Scholar for the Class of 2025 for scoring the highest on this year's entrance exam. Congrats, Mark! 💜🦁

St. Mark's 8th grade graduate Mark Henry has been named Loyola College Prep's Ernst Scholar for the Class of 2025 for scoring the highest on this year's entrance exam. Congrats, Mark! 💜🦁

Here's to the Class of 2021! Congrats, grads! 💜🦁🎉

📷: Candace Chaney Photography

Learn more/view more photos: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/graduation-2021

Yesterday we recognized our 6th-8th grade students for their outstanding achievements during the annual Middle School Awards Ceremony. 👏👏👏

Read more/view more photos: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/ms-awards-2021

It's graduation day! As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2021 tonight, take a peek at where they're headed next year, from Loyola College Prep, Caddo Magnet High School, CE Byrd High School, and Captain Shreve to Catholic High School and Metairie Park Country Day School. 💜🦁

Learn more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/alumni/high-school-choices?post_category_id=11

It's graduation day! As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2021 tonight, take a peek at where they're headed next year, from Loyola College Prep, Caddo Magnet High School, CE Byrd High School, and Captain Shreve to Catholic High School and Metairie Park Country Day School. 💜🦁

Learn more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/alumni/high-school-choices?post_category_id=11

It was a great last day of school. Our Lower and Middle School students were finally able to be together in-person for our last Chapel of the year. Plus 3rd grader Cameron, our Lower School Director for the Day, planned a fun day of activities. Have a great summer, Lions! 💜😎

Good-bye kindergarten, hello 1st grade! Congrats to our kindergarten graduates from the Class of 2029! 🎓🎉

📷: Candace Chaney Photography

More photos: https://www.candacechaneyphotography.com/p351093694?utm_medium=photographer_referral_link&utm_source=zenfolio_email_system&utm_campaign=gallery&utm_content=SMCS%20K5%20graduation%20May%202021

Recognizing our 1st-5th grade students for their outstanding achievements during the annual Lower School Awards Ceremony. 👏👏👏

Read more/view more photos: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/ls-awards-2021

School's officially out for our Preschool students! 🎉 Our little Lions had a blast celebrating with pizza and ice cream. 🍕🍦

2nd grade “mad scientists” spent yesterday morning conducting a variety of experiments as a culmination of all they have studied in science throughout the year. 🥼🧪

7th and 8th grade life skills students show off their finished sewing projects. They also learned basic cooking and personal finance skills this quarter. 🧵🧑‍🍳🏦

7th and 8th grade life skills students show off their finished sewing projects. They also learned basic cooking and personal finance skills this quarter. 🧵🧑‍🍳🏦

Our talented 5th grade poets showcased their work at this morning’s Poetry Café. ☕️📝

As a culmination of their study of the Oregon Trail, 2nd graders welcomed their families to the Wild West for an on-stage performance. Well done, 2nd grade!

📷: Candace Chaney Photography

More photos: https://www.candacechaneyphotography.com/p367430088

After 34 years of teaching at St. Mark’s, we congratulate PS3 teacher Kaye Swearingin on her upcoming retirement. Her former students throughout the years surprised her with flowers to celebrate. Thank you, Miss Kaye, for your many years of service and the impact you have made on the long-term academic success of so many children! 💜🎉

St. Mark's alumna Abigail Jackson '19 was recently inducted into the Parkway High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS & NJHS) and into the national BETA club as a junior officer. Additionally, she was elected junior class president for the 2021-2022 school year. Congratulations, Abigail! 👏👏👏

Do you have other alumni news/updates you'd like to share? Let us know: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/alumni/alumni-update-form

St. Mark's alumna Abigail Jackson '19 was recently inducted into the Parkway High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS & NJHS) and into the national BETA club as a junior officer. Additionally, she was elected junior class president for the 2021-2022 school year. Congratulations, Abigail! 👏👏👏

Do you have other alumni news/updates you'd like to share? Let us know: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/alumni/alumni-update-form

Congrats to our newly elected Student Council Officers for the 2021-2022 school year! 👏👏👏

Read more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/student-council-officers-21-22

Congrats to our newly elected Student Council Officers for the 2021-2022 school year! 👏👏👏

Read more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/student-council-officers-21-22

We have a new Head of School today, Charles (3rd grade). From taking temperatures at morning carpool and checking in with Division Heads and teachers to making announcements, reviewing the daily absence report, and touring areas of the school facility, it's been a busy day. Plus, Charles declared it a favorite football jersey dress down day and extended recess...what a fun day for all! 💜🦁

Congrats to our SMCS alumni who were recently inducted into the Caddo Magnet High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS & NJHS) in recognition of their commitment to scholarship, service, leadership, and character. 👏👏👏

Do you have alumni news/updates? Let us know: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/alumni/alumni-update-form

Congrats to our SMCS alumni who were recently inducted into the Caddo Magnet High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS & NJHS) in recognition of their commitment to scholarship, service, leadership, and character. 👏👏👏

Do you have alumni news/updates? Let us know: https://www.stmarksschool.com/beyond-the-classroom/alumni/alumni-update-form

One last Chapel with their parents and one last Pep Rally for our 8th graders before graduation. We'll miss you next year, graduating Lions! 💜🦁

With graduation just one week away, today we celebrate the Class of 2021 with a look back at their journey at St. Mark's over the years. 💜🦁 #tbt

Celebrating our kindergarten Superkids...and super parents! Dressed as their favorite character from The Superkids Reading Program, kindergarten students shared some special time with their parents that included an on-stage performance, handmade keepsakes, and lunch together. 💜📚

More photos: https://stmarksschool.smugmug.com/2020-2021-School-Year/Kindergarten-Parent-Picnic-51221/

5th graders are moving on up to Middle School! As 8th graders prepare to graduate, they gave their 5th grade little brothers/sisters their striped shirts and navy ties to mark the 5th graders' promotion to Middle School and to symbolize how a piece of each of the 8th graders will always stay at St. Mark's. 💜

📷: Candace Chaney Photography

Learn more/view photo gallery: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/navy-tie-striped-shirt-2021

Nine 7th graders were formally inducted into the St. Mark's Cathedral School chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NHS & NJHS) in recognition of their high grades and exceptional service. Congratulations, Lions! 👏👏👏

Read more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/njhs-induction-2021

Nine 7th graders were formally inducted into the St. Mark's Cathedral School chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NHS & NJHS) in recognition of their high grades and exceptional service. Congratulations, Lions! 👏👏👏

Read more: https://www.stmarksschool.com/about/news/details/~board/all-school-news/post/njhs-induction-2021

SMCS Talent Show May 2021

Talent Show photos by Candace Chaney Photography are up! Take a peek at our performers in action during last week's showcase of talent. 💜🦁

SMCS Talent Show May 2021 Candace Chaney Photography

SMCS alumni William Bartle ‘17 and Isabel Carter ‘17 served at St. Mark's Cathedral Shreveport one final time before graduation as part of Senior Sunday yesterday. William was also a guest preacher. 💜

SMCS alumni William Bartle ‘17 and Isabel Carter ‘17 served at St. Mark's Cathedral Shreveport one final time before graduation as part of Senior Sunday yesterday. William was also a guest preacher. 💜

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our wonderful St. Mark’s moms! 💜

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our wonderful St. Mark’s moms! 💜

It's a great day to be a Lion! We had a blast coming together as a St. Mark's community at Fiesta Field Day. 💜🦁 (More photos to come)