St. Mary School
Community Newsletter ~ Summer 2026
Celebrating 75 Years: Our First Alumni Mixer
Dear St. Mary School Community,
On June 11, 2026, St. Mary School hosted its first ever on-site Alumni Mixer as part of our 75th Anniversary celebration. More than 70 guests joined us for a wonderful evening, including alumni, parents and grandparents of alumni, as well as former and current faculty and staff. It was a joy to reconnect, catch up with familiar faces, and hear the many stories and memories that have shaped the St. Mary community over the past 75 years.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this inaugural event such a tremendous success. The enthusiasm and support we experienced confirmed what we have always known- once you are part of the St. Mary family, you are always part of our community.
If you have alumni friends or family members who were unable to attend, please encourage them to register with our Alumni Network so they can receive updates and invitations to future alumni events. Click here to register.
We are excited to announce that, due to the overwhelming positive response, the Alumni Mixer will become an annual tradition! Please save the date for our next Alumni Mixer on Thursday, June 17, 2027, 4:30-7:30pm. We look forward to welcoming even more members of the St. Mary family as we continue celebrating our shared history and strengthening the connections that make our community so special.
God Bless,
Emily Silady
Principal
Class of 2026 Graduation
Class of 2034 Promotion
Denim & Diamonds Gala Exceeds Fundraising Goal
Our Denim & Diamonds Annual Fundraising Gala was a tremendous success, raising more than $56,000 and surpassing our goal of $50,000. We are truly grateful to our families, alumni, parish community, local businesses, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and friends whose generosity and support made this unforgettable evening possible. Every dollar raised directly supports the mission of St. Mary School and the students we are privileged to serve.
This event was truly a community effort. More than 80 local businesses contributed through donations and sponsorships, over 60% of our school families participated in some way, and our faculty and staff were celebrated through the generosity of our families.
We were especially grateful to bring the gala back home to the St. Mary campus with the support of Fr. Scott and St. Mary Parish.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Gala Chair Mary Villa, Auction Chair Kelly Gornick, and our dedicated Gala Committee, whose countless hours of planning and service made the evening such a success.
We are also thankful to the many individuals and families who generously shared their talents—from preparing the evening's barbecue and providing entertainment to creating beautiful décor, building the photo booth backdrop, and showcasing our students' artwork.
The evening was a joyful celebration of the St. Mary School community and a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish together. Thank you for your continued partnership and investment in the future of our students. May God continue to bless our school and all who support its mission.
Did You Know?
St. Mary School is blessed to serve students from nine different parishes! We are proud to partner with these faith communities in our shared mission of Catholic education.
We are grateful for the prayers, encouragement, and support from each parish. Together, we are fostering faith-filled learners and future Catholic leaders!
About Us
Email: office@stmesc.org
Website: www.stmesc.org
130 East 13th Avenue, Escondido, CA, USA
(760) 743-3431
School Office Hours:
M, T, Th, F: 8am-2:50pm
W: 9am-11:50am