Mustang Messenger 5/1/26

Thank you for your continued prayers, kindness, and support. Your compassion continues to be a source of strength, and I remain grateful to be part of such a faith-filled community.

As we enter the beautiful month of May, the Catholic Church invites us into a special time of devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God and spiritual mother of all believers. May has long been dedicated to honoring Mary through prayer, reflection, and acts of love. It is a time when we look to her as a model of faith, humility, and trust in God.

Throughout the Church’s history, May has been marked by traditions such as offering flowers, praying the Rosary, and lifting our hearts in gratitude and praise. These practices remind us of Mary’s role in salvation history and encourage us to grow closer to her Son through her example. As Pope Paul VI affirmed, May is truly “her month”—a season of hope, renewal, and joy.

In this spirit, we look forward to celebrating our May Crowning on May 8, and we invite all students to bring flowers as an offering to Mary. This cherished tradition allows our students to actively participate in honoring our Blessed Mother in a meaningful and prayerful way.

Additionally, our virtue for the month is charity, which calls us to love others as Christ loves us—through kindness, generosity, and compassion. As we honor Mary this month, we are reminded of her perfect example of charity and are encouraged to live this virtue in our daily lives.

We are now in the final stretch of the school year, and I continue to be proud of the growth and dedication I see in our students each day. Thank you for your ongoing partnership in supporting their academic and spiritual development.

With gratitude,
Dr. Coretta Streat
Principal

We invite all families to join us as we honor the Blessed Mother.
👉 Students are asked to bring flowers as an offering.

Students and families are invited to participate in our Bike to School event, beginning at the Seabrook Schoolhouse.

📅 Saturday, May 30 | ⏰ 10:00 AM

Families must ensure all 8th grade tuition and graduation fees are paid by May 15 in order for students to participate.

This is a friendly reminder that our school fundraiser, ASMA Fun Run and Obstacle Course Challenge, is currently underway! Fundraising is an important way we support our school community and provide meaningful opportunities for our students. We truly appreciate your continued support. We have raised $2.561 of our $19,400 Goal

If you have not yet participated, there is still time to contribute. Every donation—big or small—helps us move closer to our goal.

📧 An email was sent over Spring Break from 99Pledges, our fundraising platform.

👉 Simply click the link, follow the setup instructions, and begin sharing with family and friends.

🙌 Volunteers Needed

We are also seeking volunteers to help make this event a success!

👉 Sign up through Track-It-Forward under:
“St. Matthias Warrior Challenge”

If you are not yet registered on Track-It-Forward, please contact the school for assistance.

Your time and support make a meaningful difference for our students.

The BOOST Scholarship application for the 2026–2027 school year is now open and will close on May 8, 2026.

We encourage all eligible families to apply for this important tuition assistance opportunity.

BOOST Information

BOOST Application

Let’s celebrate our amazing teachers!

• Monday: Bring a flower 🌸

• Tuesday: Make a card 💌

• Wednesday: Bring a school supply ✏️

• Thursday: Bring your teacher’s favorite treat 🍪

• Friday: Write a thank you note ❤️

Consistent attendance and punctuality are critical as we finish the school year strong. Please ensure students arrive on time each day.

With the changing weather, many students are removing jackets and sweatshirts during the day and leaving them behind.

If your child is missing an item, please have them check the Lost & Found in the main office. We also encourage all families to label items with your child’s name to help us return them quickly.

Thank you for your continued partnership, trust, and commitment to our school community. Together, we remain rooted in faith and growing in excellence.

With gratitude,
Dr. Coretta Streat
Principal

academy.stmatthias.org

Phone - 301-577-9412

Dr. Streat - principal@stmatthias.org

School Office - office@stmatthias.org

Mrs. Blackburn - mblackburn@stmathias.org

Mrs. Jimenez - jjimenez@stmatthias.org

Mr. Loughner - gloughner@stmatthias.org