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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Friday Teacher Spotlight!

Friday Teacher Spotlight!

May 7, 2021

Mrs. Lois Crozier is in her second year teaching 6th grade science, vocabulary, math, and library and 8th grade science at St. Marys Catholic Middle School. Prior to teaching at SMCMS Mrs. Crozier taught for 30 years at Johnsonburg High School teaching 7th and 8th...

Kindergarten Teacher Spotlight!

Kindergarten Teacher Spotlight!

May 7, 2021

    Mrs. Bridget Roberts teaches Kindergarten at St. Marys Catholic Elementary School. She started teaching preschool in 1995 and continued until 2019 where she moved to Kindergarten in 2020, all with ECCSS. Mrs. Roberts earned her Early Childhood Education...

Gratiās Tibi Agō

Gratiās Tibi Agō

May 7, 2021

As part of Teacher Appreciation Week ECCSS would like to recognize Mrs. Catherine Zore! Mrs. Zore teaches K-8 art and Latin at ECCSS. She earned her Elementary Education & Masters in Curriculum Development degree from Penn State and Gannon University. Mrs. Zore...

Preschool Teacher Spotlight

Preschool Teacher Spotlight

May 6, 2021

  Preschool Teacher Spotlight! Mrs. Melinda Lanzel was born and raised in St. Marys and a 1998 ECCHS graduate. She attended IUP and is currently attending Gannon University to pursue her Principal Certification. Mrs. Lanzel currently teaches Pre-4 at St. Marys...

Thursday Teacher Spotlight

Thursday Teacher Spotlight

May 6, 2021

  Our Thursday Teacher Spotlight is Mrs. Ashley Puncheon! Mrs. Puncheon's hometown is St. Marys. She currently resides in Daguscahonda with her husband Greg and two children Chace and Camden and two fur babies. Ashley attended Medaille College in Buffalo, NY with...

SMCES Teacher Spotlight!

SMCES Teacher Spotlight!

May 6, 2021

  SMCES Teacher Spotlight! Mrs. Amanda Bosnik teaches 4th and 5th grade reading at St. Marys Catholic Elementary School. Amanda grew up in Indiana, PA and currently lives in St. Marys with her husband Jesse, son Beau and baby girl Collins. She earned her...

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