REPORT
ON
ST.MARY'S SCHOOL
2025-2026
Philanthropy
ST. MARY'S GRANDPARENTS & SPECIAL FRIENDS DAY
More than 400 grandparents and special friends joined us on campus in November 2025 to experience the heart of St. Mary’s. Walking alongside their grandchildren, our guests stepped inside the classrooms, met dedicated faculty, and saw the everyday impact of our IB curriculum in action.
From interactive classroom activities and student-led presentations to heartfelt performances, our visitors had an inside look at what makes an International Baccalaureate education at St. Mary’s truly distinctive. The day offered a wonderful celebration of family, mentorship, and community, which reflects the deep connections that ground and inspire our students all year long.
Grandparent Impact That Endures: The Paul Helms III Memorial Gift
A grandparent’s encouragement stays with us forever.
In loving memory of Paul Helms III—father of faculty members Mrs. Dizzy and Mrs. McDaniel—the Helms family’s impactful gift continues his sideline legacy, investing in the athletic experiences where our Falcons build character for life.