Catholic Identity

There are ever-present reminders to our students that God is part of all we do. Beyond the visible sacramentals of our faith, worship and prayer are part of every school day. Students come to know the person of Jesus Christ by learning and living their faith in action through service. Faith formation is woven into the fabric of our Catholic education.

Academics

Whether it be advancing to kindergarten or graduating from high school, each student at ECCSS is prepared. Our students are able to read, write, calculate, think critically and work as a team. At every grade level, our students are equipped for what lies ahead due to a committed, diverse and passionate group of faculty and staff members that hold various degrees and certifications. The solid foundation provided in our schools ready students for their next steps.

Student Life

Students at the Elk County Catholic School System are presented with many opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. The Crusader sports program is one of the strongest and most respected in the area. Many extracurricular activities are available to students to further develop different aspects of their personalities.

Creative Programs

Our school system offers many opportunities for students to develop their artistic sides. We boast excellent music, art, and drama programs, and our instructors in all three departments are well-versed in their respective areas of expertise. ECCSS also hosts a number of summer camps that are geared toward those students who are drawn to the arts.

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SMCES Santa Store

SMCES Santa Store

Dec 12, 2025

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at St. Marys Catholic Elementary School!  Along with our annual Santa Store earlier this week, Christmas activities filled classrooms, halls were decked, and the joy of the season was everywhere you looked. A heartfelt thank...

Christmas Giveaway

Christmas Giveaway

Dec 12, 2025

The Middle-High School Christmas Giveaway was held on Wednesday, 12/10 and Thursday, 12/11. A record-setting 163 items were available for the auction event! Proceeds generated benefit the ECCSS PTO. A special thank you to all of the parents, faculty and staff members...

2-Hour Delay

2-Hour Delay

Dec 12, 2025

Elk County Catholic School System Schools in St. Marys will be on a TWO HOUR DELAY for Friday, December 12, includng SMCES, SMCMS and ECCHS.

Christmas Cross-Stitching

Christmas Cross-Stitching

Dec 11, 2025

The You Go Girl! club at St. Leo School is keeping up with the classical traditions. This week, special guest SLS Principal Mrs. Lynne Kucenski joined the club to teach cross-stitching.

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice!

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice!

Dec 10, 2025

Gingerbread activities continue in Mrs. Kamat's preschool class at St. Mary's Catholic Elementary School. Following the reading of a story about a gingerbread man, students made gingerbread cookies and crafted a life-sized gingerbread of themselves. The classes'...

IU9 Holiday Quiz Bowl

IU9 Holiday Quiz Bowl

Dec 10, 2025

✨St. Leo School students competed in the IU9 Quiz Bowl against schools from across the region, showcasing their knowledge of literature, math, music, spelling, and holiday traditions from around the world. 📝⌛

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