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2015 STATE OF THE SCHOOL REPORT
FAITHSERVICE
COMMUNITY
MISSIONOld St. Mary’s School, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Chicago and reflective of the Paulist Mission,
is committed to preparing students to be productive, responsible, and effective members of the world
community. We prepare students for lifetime service to God and the quest for knowledge.
HISTORYOld St. Mary’s parish was founded in 1833 as Chicago’s first Catholic congregation, making it the oldest parish
in the city. The Paulist Fathers have led OSM since 1907.
Now Old St. Mary’s is located in one of Chicago’s newest church buildings. In 2002, the parish dedicated the
new church, and it became clear that there would be a need for a Catholic school to serve South Loop. Many
young families who had moved into the neighborhood were looking for a faith-based, quality education for
their children. In 2004, Old St. Mary’s School opened to its first preschool class of 18 children. Today, Old St.
Mary’s School serves about 400 students in preschool through eighth grade, in a new facility built in 2011. We
look forward to expanding our campus with the construction of a Parish Center, featuring a school gymnasium
in early 2016.
‘All are welcome’ is more than just our unofficial motto; it really defines who we are as a community.DILLON, PARENT
FAITHFaith is our foundation. Student led prayer services, weekly masses,
and invitations to participate in the sacrament of Reconciliation during
Advent and Lent are part of our faith initiative. Our teachers prepare
second- and eighth-grade students for the sacraments of
Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.
SERVICEInstilling a commitment to serve the community is an important part
of our mission at Old St. Mary’s School. The Social Justice committees
of the parish and the Family and School Association give students
opportunities to assist local agencies and other parishes by donating
such items as school supplies, food, clothing, and books to benefit
our neighbors in need. Middle school students commit to a number
of service hours each year.
COMMUNITYThe mission of the Paulist Fathers is to treat all people with dignity, justice, and respect. At the core of Old St. Mary’s School is the belief that
“All Are Welcome.” We put this into action each day by supporting students and families in need and by gladly welcoming new parishioners
and school families in many ways.
CURRICULUMOur curriculum includes core subjects — language arts, science, social
studies and mathematics — as well as religion, technology, Spanish,
physical education, art, and music classes. This is dictated by and
meets all of the Illinois Early Learning Standards, the Common Core
State Standards, and the Chicago Archdiocese Office of Catholic
Schools requirements. We work to enhance and increase children’s
feelings of self-worth as they are guided in developing a relationship
with God, making friends, resolving conflicts, and strengthening
leadership skills.
Preschool Program• The program focuses on the whole child in a small classroom
environment.
• Teachers use monthly themes to guide instruction and use a center-
directed approach to learning.
• Full and half-day programs offered to three- and four-year-olds to
meet the individual needs of each child.
Our Elementary School Program (K-5)• The curriculum offers a variety of individual and collaborative
learning opportunities for each student.
• Hands-on experiences in core content areas and fine arts allow our
students to learn about their world in a variety of ways.
Middle School Program (6th-8th)• The coursework is designed to meet the educational, emotional,
and spiritual needs of adolescents, who are often experiencing
rapid physical, intellectual, and social growth.
• Students develop an enthusiasm for learning and gain the
confidence and discipline they need to think independently and
behave responsibly as they prepare for high school and beyond.
• OSM provides support that guides in the decision-making process
of high school placement, including holding a Fall High School
Open House, meeting individually with students and parents, and
maintaining close relationships with admissions directors from area
high schools.
EMMA, 2ND GRADEThe teachers at OSM are so nice and make learning really fun.
TECHNOLOGY• Every classroom has an interactive white board and projector.
• Students begin to use laptops in first grade to learn basic typing skills and even
publish their own writing. Student laptops are also used for research projects in
online learning communities.
• In grades 6 through 8, OSM has a one-to-one iPad initiative through which each
student is given an iPad for use at school and at home. Middle school students
use their iPads to create multimedia projects and presentations.
• Each class has access to iPads, and students use them to practice math and
language skills, create projects, and engage in interactive review games.
• Teachers and middle school students use Google Apps for Education accounts
to work collaboratively on various virtual projects. It helps OSM stay “green” by
reducing paper in the school.
• Middle school students participate in weekly news broadcasts via “OSM TV.”
The students are entirely responsible for the content of the news. Students
create videos and use green screen technology and teleprompters to create
a real newscast.
Teachers are supportive of one another, the kids show up happy and eager to learn, and the parents couldn’t be more supportive.STEPHANIE, TEACHER
ATHLETICSSports teams for students are offered in 1st through 8th grade. Our coaches place a strong emphasis on teamwork, fundamentals, and
sportsmanship. Approximately two-thirds of students in grades 1-8 participate in a school sport.
Current Offerings: • Volleyball — girls, grades 3-8
• Flag Football — boys, grades 4-7
• Cross Country — coed, grades 3-8
• Basketball — boys and girls, grades 1-8
• Track and Field — coed, grades 3-8
• Baseball — boys, grades 4-6 (New in 2015)
• Softball — girls, grades 5-8 (New in 2015)
Highlights: • First flag football team in school history in 2014.
• 4th grade boys’ basketball made Final 4 in City Tournament.
• Three students qualified for State track and field meet in 2014.
• Girls’ cross country team won several meets and one student.
qualified for the State cross country meet in 2014.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
• Debate Club
• Chess Club
• Engineering Fundamentals Lego Club
• Choir
• Band
• Dance
• Yoga
• Student Ambassadors
• Yearbook
Highlights:• In only its second year, two sixth graders from the Debate Club won
the Varsity Division in one tournament, and several other members
were top finishers in various Junior Varsity and Varsity tournaments.
STUDENT POPULATION• Serving Pre-K through 8th grade.
• Our first 8th grade graduation class was in 2014.
• 85% of our students are Catholic. We enjoy a special relationship
with our church and the Paulist community.
• 70% of our students live close enough that they can walk to school.
Of a current student population of 393:
FINANCIALSOSM School: Statement of Financial Position 2013-2014Tuition and Fees $2,809,352.47Net Fundraising $32,724.57Interest Income $1,001.32
TOTAL INCOME $2,843,078.36
Salaries/ Benefits $1,892,999.40Insurance $235,342.00Rental Expense $300,000.00Admin Expenses $100,154.35Book and Supplies $112,791.02Utilities, Maintenance, Repairs $159,464.12Other $18,273.42
TOTAL EXPENSE $2,819,024.31
TEST SCORESTerra Nova Students in grades 2-7 take the Terra Nova standardized test
designed to measure achievement, monitor progress, and design
instruction. The chart below provides the national percentile rank for
subjects tested. A percentile rank indicates the percentage of students
in a norm group whose scores fall below a particular student’s raw
scores. For example, if a student’s raw score converts to a percentile
rank of 63, it means that the student scored higher than 63 percent
of the students in the norm group. OSM student averages are all well
above the national and Archdiocesan average.
FACULTY • Low student-to-teacher ratios.
• Pre-K, K, and 1st grade classrooms all have two full-time teachers.
• Over 40 percent of teachers possess advanced degrees.
• Special classes offered — Music, Art, Spanish, Religion, Physical
Education, and Technology.
• We prioritize ongoing professional development for our teachers
to ensure they are using best practices and continually evaluate
student data to drive instruction to meet our students’ needs.
WHITE
HISPANIC
ASIAN / PACIFIC ISLANDER
TWO OR MORE RACES
AFRICAN AMERICAN
7%
59%
14%
10%
11%
GRADE READING LANGUAGE MATH TOTAL SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES
National 50 50 50 50 50 50
2 87 NA 83 85 80 87
3 86 86 89 89 85 90
4 84 84 89 88 84 90
5 89 92 88 93 90 85
6 95 95 93 96 92 96
7 84 87 86 90 77 83
Spring 2014 Terra NovaNational Percentile of the Mean NCE
In addition to the Terra Nova tests, we also administer the ASPIRE test
to our 8th grade students as a focused initiative to best prepare our
successful middle school students through high school.
CONTACT INFORMATION:www.osmschool.com1474 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605Phone: (312) 386-1560Fax: (312) 386-1578
PrincipalJulie Martinjmartin@osmschool.com
Business ManagerLisa Galullolgalullo@osmschool.com Administrative AssistantNicole Downingndowning@osmschool.com
FAMILY AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION• The Family and School Association is dedicated to collaboration among parents, guardians, and members of the
school and parish staff in the pursuit of quality, faith-centered education with an emphasis on fostering the family
and school partnership. All parents are members.
• Fundraising occurs through four main events: Oktoberfest, Poker Night, Spring Gala, and Boosterthon Fun Run.
• Family-friendly, community-building events include the Family Fun Fest, Spaghetti Dinner, and Sweetheart Dance,
among other events.
• Families are asked to donate 20 hours of service time to the school each year.
To learn more about Old St. Mary’s School, visit our website www.osmschool.com, or call the school to register for one of the scheduled tour dates.
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