💙 Here's a sneak peek at another exciting experience you could win from our LIVE auction, but only if you're in attendance at Magnificat...

🎪🎉 Ultimate Glamping Experience from Glamping WNY!
Choose between an Outdoor Bell Tent or Luxurious Indoor Sleepover experience. It's the perfect way to turn any ordinary sleepover or birthday party into an unforgettable adventure!
• Indoor Teepees or Outdoor Bell Tent
• Set up & Clean up
• Twin Memory Foam Mattresses
• Your Choice of Theme
• Cozy Blankets & Linens
• Custom Letter Board, Décor, Pillows
• Breakfast Trays & Lanterns

💙 Magnificat Tickets available through Mon., April 6th: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

#Magnificat #auctiongala #liveauction #sneakpeek #ultimateglamping #GlampingWNY #themeparty #bestbirthdayever #sleepover
about 11 hours ago, St. Mary Swormville
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We had an amazing day of learning, praying, and fellowship at our annual all school Lenten Retreat for students in grades K-8 on Weds. The retreat concluded with a special visit from St. Francis of Assisi who shared with all of us the story of his life. We learned that God can use ANYONE to make a difference in our world! God changed Francis's heart from the "king of the partiers" to "champion of the poor".

Thank you to all who helped plan and execute the retreat this year, and helped our students grow closer to God during Lent!

Click here for more photos: https://tinyurl.com/ydvzsxdd

#StFrancis #Lent2026 #schoolretreat #catholicschools #SMStheplacetoBEE
about 15 hours ago, St. Mary Swormville
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🐰 Mrs. Wojtaszek's 2nd graders are applying for jobs... with the Easter Bunny! Students filled out applications to be the "Easter Bunny's Assistant", then shared their responses with the class. We'll let you know who gets a call back for an interview! 😉

#jobsearch #EasterBunny #jobapplication #assistanttotheregionalmanager #Easter2026 #grade2 #tradition

about 20 hours ago, St. Mary Swormville
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He said, “It is finished.” And bowing his head, he handed over the spirit. ~ John 19:30

Please join our St. Mary's faith community today:
Good Friday: Apr 3rd
Morning Prayer: 9:00 am ~ Chapel
Stations of the Cross: Noon ~ Main Church
CELEBRATION OF THE LORD'S PASSION ~ 3:00 pm ~ NATIVITY OF THE BVM

Good Friday is a somber remembrance of Jesus’ crucifixion and death on the cross. It is a day of fasting and penance and a time to examine all of the places in our lives where we fail to follow Christ and fall into sin. Good Friday is not merely a commemoration of a historical event; rather, Christ’s sacrificial death on the cross, along with his glorious resurrection, comprise the heart of the Christian faith.

Good Friday is not a Mass; holy Communion that is distributed has been consecrated on Holy Thursday and kept in the tabernacle for adoration. Also Stations of the Cross are offered on Good Friday.

Family Faith Activity: Pray the Lord’s Prayer at bedtime on this night in remembrance of Christ’s gift for all of salvation.

Source: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/walking-through.../

For a complete Together in Christ Holy Week Schedule, click here: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/o/smsp/article/2787931
about 23 hours ago, St. Mary Swormville
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🩷🐥 🩵 Peep... peep... it's almost Easter! Our Kindergartners recently used Peeps in a science based lesson. Students chose one descriptive word to characterize the outside & inside of a Peep using their five senses. They also designed their very own Peeps & filled in an "all about me" poster using their writing skills. What a sweet day!

#peeps #marshmallow #Easter2026 #Kindergarten #science #writing #5senses
1 day ago, St. Mary Swormville
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💙 Here's a sneak peek at another exciting experience you could win from our LIVE auction, but only if you're in attendance at Magnificat...

✏️ PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY, Value: PRICELESS
Ever wonder what it’s like to be the Principal at St. Mary School? Now is your child’s chance to find out! Bid on this opportunity to call the shots & run the show! Here is a peek into what your child’s day might be like:
• Wear your most professional “Principal Clothes”
• Welcome everyone for the school day at morning drop-off.
• Hang out in “your” office.
• Work with Mrs. D’Angelo to run a fire drill
• Want to give a class recess at 9:00AM? You’re the boss! Make the call over the intercom.
• Meet with Fr. Tom to make some “big decisions” for the school!
• Visit classrooms & check in on teachers.
• Enjoy a special lunch, courtesy of Mrs. D’Angelo.
• Plan with Mrs. Kisailus what kind of merchandise the school should get for the upcoming year.
• Make an official decree for the school
• Lead the end of day prayer & announcements over the PA.

💙 Magnificat Tickets available through Mon., April 6th: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

#Magnificat #auctiongala #liveauction #sneakpeek #pricipalforaday #priceless
3 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Magnificat St. Mary School Gala
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Reminder: Holy Thursday Friendship Supper-5 PM TOMORROW, 4/2, in St. Mary's parish center. We still have room for YOU! Bring a dish to pass. Chicken and drinks provided. Bonus: It is only a 16 minute drive to Our Lady of Peace for the Mass of the Lord's Supper at 7 PM. RSVP for the Friendship Supper now @ https://shorturl.at/X3u8P so we know how much chicken to order!

3 days ago, St. Mary's Church
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🐝 Grade 2 students are learning about pollinators in Science! The class made pollinators out of pipe cleaners, then “pollinated” each other’s flowers using pepper & crushed cheese puffs.

#grade2 #science #pollination #goBees #knowledge

3 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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💙 There are just 6 days left... get your Magnificat tickets by Mon., April 6th! stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

In addition to the gourmet dinner, open bar, hors d’oeuvres & amazing evening out you'll enjoy - ONLY those in attendance will have the chance to bid on & win our exciting Live Auction items! Here's a sneak peek at another exciting experience you could win, but only if you're at Magnificat...

🏝️ SANIBEL ISLAND FAMILY GETAWAY - Enjoy a 4 day, 3 night stay right on the beach with your family at the Sanibel Inn - voted the Island’s Best Hotel in 2025! Featuring a heated outdoor pool, poolside bar, private screened balconies, and a full kitchen with your 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Kayak rentals, bicycles and tennis courts available. 5 minutes from Periwinkle Place shopping center, 2 miles from Sanibel Lighthouse, 6 miles from Sanibel Outlets and 23 miles from Miromar Outlets.

4 days | 3 nights, includes: • 2BR, 2BA Condo • Beachfront • Outdoor Heated Pool & Pool Bar • Restaurants • Water Activities, Tennis & Pickleball, Biking, Shelling, Shopping, Yard Games, Cookouts & Campfires

💙 Magnificat Tickets available through Mon., April 6th: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

#Magnificat #auctiongala #liveauction #sneakpeek #SanibelIsland #FLgetaway #familyvacation
4 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Magnificat St. Mary School Gala
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🐬 Grades 3 & 4 went outside this week to collect materials for the mini-shelters they're making in response to their novel study. The students are reading, "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell. Students will build their mini-shelters using only materials from outside, and write a letter in first person as the main character, Karana, does in the story.

#IslandoftheBlueDolphins #novelstudy #grade3 #grade4 #firstperson #letterwriting #knowledge #ELA

4 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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🌷 Mrs. Picone's 1st grade class had fun in Science this week drawing the parts of a flower on their desks in shaving cream!

#grade1 #science #flowers #shavingcream #scienceisfun #springishere #knowledge

4 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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💙 Don't miss the ticket sale deadline for Magnificat! Tickets are available through Mon., April 6th here, don't wait: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

In addition to the gourmet dinner, open bar, hors d’oeuvres & amazing evening out you'll enjoy - ONLY those in attendance will have the chance to bid on & win our exciting Live Auction items! Here's a sneak peek at another exciting experience you could win, but only if you're at Magnificat...

🏇🏻🥃 KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL EXPERIENCE- Set out on a curated 3-night Kentucky Bourbon Trail getaway for four, featuring exclusive tours and tastings at Castle & Key and RD1 Distillery, a racehorse experience, and dinner at the members-only social club, Camel Club. This experience blends bourbon, thoroughbred tradition, and elevated dining for a truly one-of-a-kind Lexington escape.

4 people I 3 nights, includes: • Private luxury residence • Castle & Key Distillery exclusive tour+ tasting • RD1 Distillery exclusive tour+ tasting • Camel Club access+ dinner • Race Horse Experience • Concierge & booking by Raise Away

Check out a video of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Experience here: https://tinyurl.com/4h3b7zxd

💙 Magnificat Tickets available through Mon., April 6th: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

#Magnificat #auctiongala #liveauction #sneakpeek #Kentucky #bourbontrail #tastings #tours

5 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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💙 We are just a little over ONE WEEK away from the ticket sale deadline for Magnificat! Tickets are available through Mon., April 6th here, don't wait: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

In addition to the gourmet dinner, open bar, hors d’oeuvres & amazing evening out Magnificat Gala attendees will enjoy - ONLY those in attendance will have the chance to bid on & win our exciting Live Auction items! Here's a sneak peek at just one exciting experience you could win, but only if you're at Magnificat...

🏜️ GRAND CANYON GLAMPING GETAWAY - Embark on a 3-night family glamping adventure in the Grand Canyon, staying in a Sky Dome surrounded by stunning vistas. Spend your days hiking, horseback riding, and exploring the Colorado River, then unwind in the evenings with stargazing, live music, and fireside s'mores under the canyon's star-filled sky. Sky Domes feature a queen bed on the lower floor, a loft with an additional queen and twin bed for extra space, and a private bathroom for a restful and convenient glamping experience.

5 people I 3 nights, includes: • Nightly s’mores • Stargazing with telescopes • Live music each evening • Booking & Concierge by Raise Away

💙 Magnificat Tickets available through Mon., April 6th: stmaryswormville.ejoinme.org/2026MagnificatTickets

#Magnificat #auctiongala #liveauction #sneakpeek #GrandCanyon #glamping #skydome
6 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Magnificat St. Mary School Gala
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💜 We can't wait for our St. Mary School & Parish Families to join us TOMORROW NIGHT for the LIVING Stations of the Cross at Pray & Play, starting in the school gym at 6:30 pm.

SMS families, we're still in need of donations for tomorrow night! Click the link if you can help out! https://tinyurl.com/4zjxn4zm

🙏 Join us to PRAY... this St. Mary School tradition continues under the direction of Mrs. Katie Bishop with our 5th grade’s reverent presentation of the Living Stations of the Cross at 6:30 pm tomorrow. This is a beautiful time to reflect on our faith, & a truly moving experience. Come prepared for a reverent, prayerful start to the evening that will help focus your heart & mind in this season of Lent.

🍦🎯 Then join us to PLAY... when Stations of the Cross are done, please stay & help us raise money for a good cause during Lent... Catholic Charities! Kids of all ages can enjoy games & activities costing just 50 cents to $1. Ice cream treats will be available for $1-3. Our famous CAKE WALK also happens at this event! The kids will love going home with a
cake (or 2!) that they get to choose after being a winner at the “walk” - it’s a must do! The PIE IN THE FACE activity is also always a hit, come prepared to pie some St. Mary’s staff!

#Lent #LivingStationsoftheCross #PrayAndPlay #CatholicCharities #Pray #Fast #Give #FAITH #TRADITION #CakeWalk #PieintheFace #SMStheplacetoBEE
9 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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Sat., March 14th was "Pi Day"! Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π (pi) since 3, 1, & 4 are the first three significant figures of π. Mrs. Whipple & her middle school math students celebrated the following Mon. by bringing in pies to share, as well as having a contest to see which student could recall the most digits of π . How many do you know? 🤔

#PiDay #middleschool #math #grade6 #grade7 #grade8

9 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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Join us at Brookfield Country Club on April 18th!

Enjoy open bar, appetizers, a gourmet dinner, silent & live auctions, & more. Dress to impress in blue & white. Tickets are only available until April 6th - don’t miss your chance to support Catholic education & enjoy a great party!

PURCHASE TICKETS NOW

Can't attend but would still like to support St. Mary School? Consider donating an item to our Silent Auction! We've extended the donation deadline to this Monday, March 23rd. Click here, or take an ornament off the Magnificat donation tree after Masses to contribute wine or spirits, a gift card, an item from our online wishlist, or even sponsor a teacher to attend.

Also, stay tuned for more information on our Online Silent Auction opening April 13th - anyone can bid & win even if you can't attend Magnificat!

Donate from our Online Wishlist

Sponsor a Teacher to Attend

St. Mary School has been an integral part of our community for 175 years. With your generosity, we will continue to be a vibrant place in our community where Catholic values shape tomorrow’s leaders.

11 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
Magnificat St. Mary School Gala Invitation
SMS 7th grade scholars were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society last week. Each recipient completed an extensive application supplying proof of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Character, and Citizenship as well as letters of recommendation. Congratulations to Georgia, Michaela, Olivia, and David who worked hard through the years to achieve this honor.
12 days ago, Tris D'Angelo
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📚Stop over to Room 108 today until 12:30 pm and shop our Ignatius Book Fair! #ignatiusbookfair #catholicreads #filltheeasterbaskets #firstcommuniongifts
13 days ago, Rebecca Kisailus
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TODAY at 2:45 pm - walk-ins welcome!

Join us before 4 pm Mass today for Kindergarten Story Hour! Your child will enjoy a story read aloud to them by Kindergarten teacher, Miss Pamela Gon, and your family can then go on a tour of St. Mary School with our Enrollment Coordinator, Mrs. Rebecca Kisailus. The tour will end with an option to browse and shop at our Spring Ignatius Book Fair.

2:45 pm: Check in at the Main School Entrance (Door B1)

3:00 pm: Story Hour in the Kindergarten Classroom with Miss Gon

3:15 pm: School Tour with Mrs. Kisailus

3:45 pm: Shop our Ignatius Book Fair before/after Saturday 4pm Mass with your family
14 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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SMS Families, see you tonight for Roller Skating! Rainbow Skateland, 1109 Lincoln Ave, Lockport, NY 14094, 5 - 7 pm for the HSA annual Roller Skating Party in support of our Magnificat School Gala!

Cost is $25 per skater. No pre-registration is needed, just pay cash or check at the door. Bring your own skates if you have them, otherwise rentals are included and we will have skate helpers available for use. Students and siblings will also receive arcade tokens.

Proceeds from this event will go towards purchasing items for the Magnificat Gala on behalf of all school families. This event is free to students of those families who paid the All-In or Fundraising Donation.

#giftgathering #HSA #Magnificat #SMSthplacetoBEE #rollerskatingparty

14 days ago, St. Mary Swormville
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