St. Mark Catholic School Wilmington, NC

So far during week one of summer camp, our children engaged their creativity by making their own Hawaiian leis and superhero masks! They also competed in fun "Summer Olympic" games and used their thinking skills to create their own version of the Statue of Liberty using plastic cups, foil, and accessories!

OH, THE PLACES THEY'LL GO! 🎈 Our kindergarten graduates are ready for first grade! On the last day of school, students in Mrs. Toy and Ms. Caldropoli's kindergarten classes showcased all they learned through song and dance! Congratulations to our young lions! May their love of learning continue to grow as they move onto first grade. 🎓❤

Before the end of the year, we hosted a celebration for our teachers who are retiring and/or leaving! We thank Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs. Kidney, Mrs. Toy, and Mrs. Hampton for the impact they've had on our students, teachers, staff, and families through their countless years of teaching and service. 👏👏👏

Their dedication to educating young minds and passing on the Catholic faith is and will always be an inspiration to us and our school community. We wish them all the best in their next adventure, and pray that God continues to bless and watch over them. ❤

SO MUNCH FUN! 🍎🐛✨

On the last day of school, our Pre-K students brought Eric Carle's "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" to life! During the year, they learned about Carle's artistic and literary work and even created their own artwork in his style!

…and they’re off! 🥹 Congratulations to the St. Mark Class of 2026! 🎓🎉👏

Although we will miss their presence in the hallways and classrooms, we know that each of our students has made a positive, long-lasting impact in the lives of their peers, classmates, teachers, and friends.

We wish our graduates the very best as they embark on a new journey in high school and beyond. Please pray that they continue to remain in Christ and share His light with everyone they meet! 🙏

This past Wednesday at our annual Athletic Banquet, we recognized our student-athletes and their hard work throughout the fall, winter, and spring sport seasons! 👏

Their strive for excellence on and off the court and field, and their determination to perfect their skills and be good, supportive teammates are truly commendable. Thank you to our coaches, mentors, staff, and parents for encouraging our students to work hard, play hard, and grow in virtue as athletes!

Another INCREDIBLE year in the books! 📚🥹 Thank you to our students, teachers, staff, and families for your continued desire to learn, grow, and pray with one another. Thank you for being examples of what it means to live our Catholic faith with fervor and unbounding joy! ❤

We've shared many achievements, celebrations, and memories this year, and we can't wait to celebrate more blessings in the years to come! Enjoy all that the long summer break has to offer, and we'll see you in August! 😎 HAPPY SUMMER, LIONS!

CONGRATULATIONS to the St. Mark Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Dayla MacDonald, and Salutatorian, Anna Malechuk! 👏👏👏

We are proud of our students and their hard work and devotion to the Catholic faith and education. Please join us in congratulating Dayla and Anna on their momentous achievement!

It was an absolute HONOR to recognize and celebrate our middle school students at yesterday's Honors Day Ceremony! 👏 We are especially proud of our students' diligence and perseverance in their studies and academics. Some of the awards that were given include honor roll (magna cm laude and cm laude), service and leadership awards, and specials awards.

In addition, we also recognized the recipients of the Bruce & Norma Gierie Scholarship Award, the Sanders Burney Kindness Award, and the St. Augustine Award. Congratulations to Mathias Suarez Morales, Gary Steele, Maddox Johnson, and all of our students for their hard work and desire to grow in mind, body, and spirit!

Each spring, 8th graders across the Diocese of Raleigh are invited to Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral in Raleigh to celebrate Mass with Bishop Luis!

Our students listened to the bishop's message of encouragement and hope as they prepare to conclude this chapter of their lives and begin a new one in high school.

Please keep our 8th graders in your prayers this week as they will graduate on Thursday! May their time at St. Mark continue to bear good fruit and draw others closer to Christ!