St. Mary Parish educates approximately 8,500 students in grades PK-12. The parish consists of 10 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 5 high schools, 1 PK-12 school, and 1 alternative program site. All St. Mary Parish schools are accredited by the State of Louisiana. (Updated 07/2021, Joseph Stadalis)

Bring the child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, Social Security card, and proof of residence to the school. If your child is transferring from another school, you will also need to bring a copy of the student’s transcript from the former school. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Pre-K and Kindergarten registration is held every spring. Students who are age 4 by September 30 are eligible for Pre-K for screening and enrollment while children who are age 5 by September 30^th may enroll in kindergarten. A list of required documents for Pre-K registration will be provided prior to the registration date. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Children must be 6 years of age by September 30^th to enter first grade. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Busing is provided if a student lives more than a mile from school. If your child misses the bus in the morning, please call to inform the school and then transport your child to school. If your child misses the bus after school, you will be called and expected to transport your child home. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Students are allowed to ride bikes to school provided it is registered and has a lock for security purposes. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Schools offer breakfast and a hot lunch at no cost beginning on the first day of school. (Updated 07/20/2021)

Someone at the school will contact you based on the information provided on the student’s Emergency Card. It is therefore essential for parents or guardians to provide complete and up-to-date contact information to the school. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

District officials provide local media stations with information in the event of school closures. Should severe weather prompt school closure during the school day, buses may take children home early.  In the event of a weather-related early dismissal, attempts will be made to call or text parents of elementary school children.  Parents may also consult the parish website https://www.stmaryk12.net or any school's website for District Notifications. (Updated 07/20/2021)

Students in grades K-12 receive report cards every nine weeks. Dates are posted on the district calendar, on school calendars, and as part of this Guide: A Guide for SMP Schools / Report Card Schedule (stmaryk12.net)  (Updated 07/20/2021)

Your child’s teacher will provide you with a list of materials or fees that may be necessary.

Parents will also be responsible for providing students with the district’s official school uniform. Extra expenses may occur such as club dues, field trips, P.E. uniforms, etc. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Parents should contact their child’s school to schedule a conference with the teacher. In addition, the district hosts two parent-teacher conference days during the school year for parents of elementary students. (Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Students Entering 2006 -2007 and BEYOND

              9^th  Grade (Freshmen) – 0-5.5 credits and 0-2 sessions

            10^th Grade (Sophomores) – 6-11.5 credits and 3-4 sessions

            11^th Grade (Juniors) – 12-17.5 credits and 5-6 sessions

            12^th Grade (Seniors) – 18 or more credits and 7+ sessions

(Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Cum Laude – 3.0000-3.4999

Magna Cum Laude – 3.5000 – 3.7499

Summa Cum Laude – 3.7500 – 4.0000

(Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Grades 1-12: Regular Courses                       

A  -  93 - 100%                         

B  -  85 -   92%                        

C  -  75 -  84%                          

D  -  67 -  74%                         

F  -   0 -   66%                             

Grades 9-12: Honors/A.P. Courses

A  -  90 - 100%

B  -  80  -  89%

C  -  70   - 79%

D  -  60  -  69%

F   -   0   - 59%

Courses using S, N, and U          

S (satisfactory) 75-100%                         

N (needs improvement)  67- 74%       

U (unsatisfactory) Below 66%                

(Reviewed 07/20/2021)

Parents or guardians having concerns or needing more information should initially contact their child’s teacher. If the teacher is unable to provide assistance, parents should then contact the school’s administrator(s). If further resolution or information is required, parents may then contact the appropriate district staff member. Contact information for school and district level personnel can be found on this website: 

A Guide for SMP Schools / School Administrators (stmaryk12.net)

A Guide for SMP Schools / SMPSB District Staff (stmaryk12.net)

(Reviewed 07/20/2021)

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