SMM is a terrific school. There's no other way to say it. I grew up and attended public school many years ago in another state, in a time and place many today yearn for as a Paradise Lost. Well, I can tell you, as do the parents who have written here in late October, 2008, that SMM excels in every
... Read more category. My two sons are challenged daily, just as they challenge us daily. The academics are rigorous, the teachers demanding. They are setting expectations for the future and expecting the students to meet them. The administration is very strong and the parental involvement pervasive. The students are happy and genuinely like being there. The school really can't be beat and I couldn't want more from it. My kids are getting at least as good an education as I did; that's rare today. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/29/08
My experience with St. Margaret Mary School was been incredible. I have four children currently enrolled. They are thriving academically and personally. The academics are quite strong at the school; however, there are numerous schools in the area that would also meet my academic expectations. What
... Read more I feel is unique to SMM is their priority of developing the whole child. The environment is extremely loving and supportive to each child, each family, each staff member. There is a tremendous spirit of community within the school, but also one that reaches out to the broader community of those in need. My chldren are learning so much more than just reading and writing. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/28/08
I am a new parent and an old student of SMM. I graduated from SMM a long long time ago and now my daughter is a Kindergarten student. What I love about the school is while the building has changed, for the better, they now have air conditioning, computer labs and an athletic field some things have not
... Read more changed. SMM still has high academic standards, a strong sense of community and a commitment to social justice. I am so proud of this school with its rich history and I am really looking forward to seeing how my daughter will be formed by this experience. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/25/08
Not happy at all. Some teachers are great; others lack in many areas. The administration refuses to listen to parents or address teacher issues. We are looking for another school for our straight A student, where we can have more consistent teaching and a more cooperative staff.
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Posted by a parent on 10/11/08
The sports program is amazing at St. Margaret Mary. The girls track and soccer teams are some of the best. And the boys basketball team is pretty good as well. The dedication and good sportsmanship they teach us will be with me though my whole life.
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Posted by a student on 03/31/07
The environment at S.M.M. is safe and nourturing. However, there are several teachers who are disorganized and lack control of their class rooms. Rather than address these problems, the administration ignores and covers up the problems.
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Posted by a parent on 09/08/06
St. Margaret Mary Catholic School gives of a wonderful welcoming feel to new students. The children learn in a strictly fun environment. The physical education class is well rounded. Kids play a number of sports such as badminton, football, basketball, etc. In the art class, the kids get to make christmas
... Read more ornaments and puppets. In the music, you learn all the keys and the students even get to perform in an advent concert. Overall this is the most well-rounded school I have ever attended. It's a shame we had to move to another state. Read less
Posted by a former student on 06/07/04
Our children attended St.Margaret Mary several years ago. We were happy and pleased with the school and as parents with no children attending still [are] proud of the school. It was because of the wonderful teachers and science program that enticed [my] daughter into going into medicine. She is now a
... Read more practicing MD in Peds, in Washington state. Me son learned great leadership and discipline and now owns 3 restaurants in Buck Head GA. Read less
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Winter Park schools — St Margaret Mary School is located at 142 E Swoope St, Winter Park FL 32789. 142 E Swoope St is in the 32789 ZIP code in Winter Park, FL The school district for St Margaret Mary School is the Diocese Of Orlando Education Office. St Margaret Mary School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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