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Chalking the Doors – Three Kings Day
On Friday, January 5, Mater Christi School celebrated the age-old Catholic tradition of "chalking the doors" in honor of Epiphany, also known as Twelfth Night, Theophany, or Three Kings Day. This special event, led by Mr. Moore and our Grade 4 students. Epiphany is a significant day in the Catholic calendar, commemorating the visit of the Magi — Caspar, Malchior, and Balthazar — to the infant Jesus. This event symbolizes the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles. At MCS, we celebrate this day not just as a historical event, but as a living part of our faith and tradition. This ... read more
10th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Mater Christi School community gathered on Friday, December 8 for our 10th annual tree lighting ceremony. This is a cherished tradition in which we recognize two former students who were taken from us too soon. During this season of light, it is also a fitting time to remember all who have been lost among our community. Jessica Le-Tien, a fifth grade student, read the poem “Winter’s Dawn“ by Emily Lyman, and then Mr. Jason Moore, Assistant Head of School, shared some thoughtful words of reflection and remembrance. The event concluded with the official lighting of the tree and a ... read more
Kindergarten Students Explore Faith and Creativity in Library and Art
At Mater Christi School, we have a commitment to integrating faith, learning, and creativity. Integration between teachers and subjects is very important. Most recently, our kindergarten students learned about Mary Stevenson’s poem "Footprints in the Sand." "Footprints in the Sand" is a poem that resonates deeply with our Catholic faith. It tells a story of walking with the Lord and realizing that during the most challenging times, it is He who carries us. This message of unwavering support and love is a cornerstone of our teachings at MCS. Our students discussed that they are never ... read more
Veterans Day Ceremony
On Monday, November 13, 2023, Mater Christi School celebrated Veterans Day with an assembly thoughtfully organized by Mrs. Melloni's 7th-grade class. The day began with a procession led by the 7th graders, carrying the Flag and accompanied by the beats of the Rice Memorial High School Drumline; five students are MCS alumni. Following the procession, the school community gathered for a moment of prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, setting a solemn and reflective tone for the day. The students of 7M then took a moment to learn about the significance of Veterans Day, sharing ... read more
2023 Middle School Vermont Cross-Country Run Championship
On Sunday, October 28, the Mater Christi School cross country team had their last meet of the season on Sunday at Hard'Ack Park in St. Albans. It was a very cold and windy day for the over 500 runners and almost 30 schools from around Vermont. The MCS bulldogs were tough and represented the school very well. The girl's team ran first, and once again, Madi Lacy and Savannah Nelson had great starts to get out with the leaders on the muddy course. Madi pulled away with the lead runner from Harwood, and she ran her fastest race of the season at a 5:39 pace to finish second ... read more