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St. Martin Of Tours School

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• Grades: Kindergarten-8
• Enrollment: 225 students
• Yearly Tuition: $16,750
• Acceptance rate: 75%
• Average class size: 25 students
• Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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• St. Martin of Tours School is the premier Catholic preparatory academy in Los Angeles and that distinction is evident in many ways. Your child really does matter in our school, and our dedicated staff work hard to provide a caring, character-centered, inclusive environment so your child is able to achieve their full potential. We believe that the best education can only be ensured where there is a true partnership between families and the school. We welcome opportunities to work with you to support the good work you have begun in your child.Academics are essential to nurture a love of learning that will last a lifetime. We provide a stimulating and creative curriculum that fosters academic excellence. We will inspire your child to develop a growth mindset, independent thinking, creativity, leadership, curiosity, resilience, and a strong academic foundation across the curriculum. St. Martin of Tours has been recognized as a STEM Network Partner School in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. This prestigious status reflects our commitment to providing an exceptional education and fostering a passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.We lay a solid foundation that enables your child to enjoy a happy, fulfilling, and successful life. Along with academic growth, we foster core values, a sense of self respect, and a clear understanding of our responsibilities to others. In addition to advanced coursework, small group instruction is available with resource specialists to help meet the needs of all learners. In order to meet the needs of all students, advanced coursework as well as small group instruction is provided by instructional specialists.Your child will receive an excellent education, model classical virtues, and graduate prepared for the next steps in life. We are justifiably proud of our school. It is a happy and lively community, offering a broad range of both curricular and extracurricular activities. We offer an education that enables your child to respond to life with joy, dedication, and compassion. A St. Martin of Tours education is an advantage for life.

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• Multiracial 8.3%
• Hispanic 3.8%
• African American 1.9%
• Pacific Islander 1.9%
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St Martin of Tours Elementary School

Private, Catholic • K-8 • Los Angeles, CA

St Martin of Tours Elementary School is a private school located in Los Angeles, CA. The student population of St Martin of Tours Elementary School is 157. The school’s minority student enrollment is 23.6% and the student-teacher ratio is 9:1.

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A look back on the career of Brentwood’s Cecile Oswald of St. Martin of Tours School

By Bette Harris

“My head says it’s time, but not my heart,” she said after completing her time at the school in June. “This is my life – all that I have known.”

The school and its students have been the beneficiaries of that life’s work. Many graduates are accepted at selective high schools and colleges as a result of her propensity to “raise the bar and teach for excellence.”

A growing number of second-generation students are matriculating at St. Martin’s, as graduates seek the same quality education for their children, too.

During her tenure, St. Martin of Tours School has grown into a top ranked elementary school known for its nurturing environment as well as academic strength.

Although small in size with fewer than 250 students, the school consistently places in the top 10 of more than 100 schools at the annual Junior High Academic Decathlon.

Students regularly advance to the upper levels of the Science Fair and Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Essay Contest. Two students recently won first place at the national level and were honored at the DAR headquarters in Washington D.C., a phenomenal achievement for any school.

St. Martin of Tours School has also changed physically over the years, with numerous improvements and renovations.

Determined to bring the latest state of the art technology to SMT, Oswald launched a capital campaign some years ago, and oversaw the construction of a new computer center and art workshop.

She was taken aback at the ribbon cutting, when the unveiling revealed signage bearing her name, a fitting tribute to one whose vision provided the impetus for this major undertaking.

Oswald’s passion for excellence is in her roots.

Both of her parents were immigrants from Portugal with limited education. Her mother was a seamstress and her father worked in the rubber industry for Firestone. They taught their two daughters the value of hard work and encouraged them to pursue higher learning. Both girls went on to acquire advanced degrees and become life-long educators.

At Durfee High School in Fall River, Massachusetts, Cecile Felipe distinguished herself as a student and leader. “Flip” (as she was called by her friends) was in Math Club, on the Student Council, and President of the Health Club.

As President of the Students’ Activities Association, “the nucleus of all school activities,” she helped with freshman and sophomore orientation, organized pep rallies, school dances, and banquets.

She enjoyed sports, playing basketball throughout junior high and high school, and was a member of the Girls’ Numeral Club, formed to promote girls’ sports at Durfee. Skilled at speech and debate, she was a debate tournament finalist and also on the Speakers Bureau.

Oswald wasn’t always interested in teaching. When one of her teachers at Durfee observed her ability to instruct and lead, he told her, “You’ve got to teach!”

She fluffed it off, and chose Business as a major at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She was even more convinced that she wasn’t suited to teaching, when she saw her roommate cutting construction paper for an education project. A consummate math person, she was having none of it.

Oswald studied hard in college and stayed active by swimming and playing basketball. She sang in the Newman Club choir and appeared in one of the group’s televised performances. She joined Pi Beta Phi sorority, engaged in community service projects, and was involved in student government, rising to Vice President of the student body.

After graduating with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration, she accepted a position as a retail buyer of women’s clothing. There she enjoyed the fast pace of the business world and thought she had found her niche.

A few years later that would all change. Marriage would take her to France. Her husband, Jim was in the Army and stationed there. Oswald applied for a teaching job “on a whim” at the American School in La Rochelle. “I needed to find something to do to keep busy,” she said, although still uncertain about teaching at the time.

She spent a year teaching sixth-graders, children of U.S. military personnel.

She really got to know these students whose lives were not very stable. They were constantly being uprooted and relocated, and thus wary about forming friendships.

But they found the young American teacher approachable – someone they could relate to, and talk to. She was surprised by their quick acceptance and respect. Her view of teaching changed. “I can do this!” she realized. “I can make a difference.”

So when the young couple returned stateside, Oswald pursued substitute teaching jobs, growing more proficient and confident with each assignment.

The Oswalds moved to New Jersey. Eventually Jim’s career would take them to Southern California. Oswald obtained a Masters degree in Education and teaching credential from the University of San Francisco.

She found work substitute teaching mathematics at Notre Dame Academy in Los Angeles. After that, she taught at St. Anne School in Santa Monica for six years.

In 1976, she arrived at St. Martin of Tours School and taught 4th, 7th, and 8th grade math. Then in 1989, she became the school’s principal, a position she held for 25 years. She has instilled in her children the same love of learning, passion for excellence, and proclivity to “give back.”

So, what about life after retirement?

“I’ve got to get a life,” she quipped.

But that’s hard to imagine for a woman who has built a wonderful one with Jim, her husband of 55 years and their family, including six grandchildren.

Certainly, she will have more time to cheer on the grandkids at their many sports competitions. She also plans to do some consulting, take up Pilates, and spend time cooking, sewing, and gardening. Maybe she’ll even return to the classroom, but perhaps this time as a student.

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An extraordinary school with wonderful traditions, and the appointment of Ms. Margulis as principal a few years back means the best of the best is in charge. Preparation for high school is thorough and effective, students have matriculated at Harvard-Westlake, Notre Dame, Loyola, Geffen and even Eton. SMT has the activities and small class size one finds in schools far more expensive. I am grateful for the opportunity to have sent my children there.

Small school atmosphere. Although there are some truly lovely parents & staff in the school, there are also those that have been with the school many years and are unfortunately not as welcoming to new students & families. As with any school, inquire about teacher turnover and bullying.

If you want a strong community for your family, structure, self-discipline, respect for others and strong academics for your child/ren, then SMT is for you. I have felt very welcome here from the beginning and you get out what you put in as a family. You do not have to be Catholic or religious to have your child here. In fact, only 30% enrolled are parishioners. A UCSB study showed that schools teaching religion report "positive influence on child behavior channeling youthful energy into productive self-control". Bottom line, your child will be empowered to learn and become a productive person in society. The proof is in the pudding. After multiple students present each year in the national academic decathlon, SMT students were told they they stood out as the most polite and bright among thousands. P.S. The tuition is less than 1/2 of the other schools next door!

Strong academic curriculum ensure that SMT graduates enroll year after year in the top High Schools in Los Angeles. Extra curricular activities include Music, Science, Chess and Sports. Great location in Brentwood. From pre-K to 8th grade, Kids are taught to think on their own, to communicate their ideas eloquently, to develop their imagination under the challenging yet fun guidance of qualified teachers. Tuitions more affordable than most private schools.

Wonderful school! Very academic with a strong community sense. Families are great and moms are highly involved. My kids love their school and I'm very happy with the teachers and staff in general.

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Historic Cheviot Catholic school set to close after 2023-2024 school year

C INCINNATI (WXIX) -A historic Roman Catholic school in Cheviot announced they will permanently close after the 2023-2024 school year.

“After an extensive look at the parish and school finances, giving trends, discussions with parishioners, it was determined that we can no longer afford to subsidize the school at the current rate due to the depletion of our reserves,” Reverend Matthew J. Robben, Pastor of the Family of the Holy Eucharist said in a second letter addressed to the parish.

The letter goes on to say that it was a difficult decision to close the school, but they will keep the church open.

In a letter dated Oct. 26, Rev. Robben stated that they would evaluate the school’s future viability.

The letter mentions that St. Martin School of Tours has faced financial challenges over the years due to a significant decline in enrollment, donations, and tithing.

“Over the last five years, St. Martin School of Tours has incurred a cumulative deficit of $1.9 million. This deficit is projected to grow to $2.3 million by the end of the school year. Despite parish cost-cutting measures that have reduced annual expenses by about $125,000, the parish net surplus over the past five years has totaled only $106,500, which is obviously not enough to cover the school deficit,” Rev. Robben said. “This trend is not projected to improve, putting both the school and the parish at risk of closure.”

The parish started the evaluation process in October. The letter says families would be notified of a final decision no later than January out of respect for the families and the faculty.

“It is with great sadness that St. Martin of Tours Catholic School is closing for the 2024-2025 school year,” said Ms. Kathy Kane, Interim Superintendent of Catholic Schools, in a press release. “St. Martin has provided spiritual development and academic excellence for more than 100 years on the west side of Cincinnati. The Catholic Schools Office remains committed to supporting the students, families, staff, and community during the upcoming transition.”

In the December letter, Rev. Robben stated that the parish wants to help families by gathering information from all of the Catholic grade schools (Our Lady of Lourdes, Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Saint Antoninus, and Saint Catherine of Siena) to help parents choose the right school their child should attend and help the employees of the school find employment.

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