Basilica School of St Mary Parents

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Anonymous wrote:If it matters to you, be aware that the parent community can be a bit toxic (mean girl behavior among the mothers, for example), and that the politics of many are of the MAGA ilk. Perhaps not a deal-breaker for you (or a positive!) but worth knowing before you sign up.

I take serious offense to this. My daughter spent pre-K to 8th grade at BSM and we couldn't be happier with her experience there. Do you understand that Catholicism stands for LIFE and has no room for people who disagree. It's a Catholic school for goodness sake. Of course most people lean to the right. That's what our religion teaches us. If you don't like it, keep your mouth shut and stay at your secular school.

Tired of the attacks on Catholicism. If people attacked Islam, Hinduism, mainstream Protestant religious and Judaism like the Catholic church has been attacked, there would be massive protests over it.

Here's the difference: I have absolutely no problem with a Catholic school telling its Catholic pupils that as Catholics, their religion tells them that they must choose Life and that they should never abort. That's completely 100% fine. BUT when schools sanction participation in protests and marches that try to codify your religious teachings into the LAW of the United States of America, where church and state is supposed to be separated and where everyone is supposed to have the freedom to choose what they want to do with their own reproductive health, it is NOT okay. At all.

Ooh I like you. Such good points. Also, is one of the main teachings to judge not as God will judge in the afterlife? Why is it anyone's place on this earth to judge others and control them?

I am not a St. Mary parent; however, I am responding. When you murder a baby, you should be judged.

I've carried two children to term and love them both, however while in the womb they literally meet the definition of a parasite.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

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Anonymous wrote:If it matters to you, be aware that the parent community can be a bit toxic (mean girl behavior among the mothers, for example), and that the politics of many are of the MAGA ilk. Perhaps not a deal-breaker for you (or a positive!) but worth knowing before you sign up.

I take serious offense to this. My daughter spent pre-K to 8th grade at BSM and we couldn't be happier with her experience there. Do you understand that Catholicism stands for LIFE and has no room for people who disagree. It's a Catholic school for goodness sake. Of course most people lean to the right. That's what our religion teaches us. If you don't like it, keep your mouth shut and stay at your secular school.

Tired of the attacks on Catholicism. If people attacked Islam, Hinduism, mainstream Protestant religious and Judaism like the Catholic church has been attacked, there would be massive protests over it.

Here's the difference: I have absolutely no problem with a Catholic school telling its Catholic pupils that as Catholics, their religion tells them that they must choose Life and that they should never abort. That's completely 100% fine. BUT when schools sanction participation in protests and marches that try to codify your religious teachings into the LAW of the United States of America, where church and state is supposed to be separated and where everyone is supposed to have the freedom to choose what they want to do with their own reproductive health, it is NOT okay. At all.

Ooh I like you. Such good points. Also, is one of the main teachings to judge not as God will judge in the afterlife? Why is it anyone's place on this earth to judge others and control them?

I am not a St. Mary parent; however, I am responding. When you murder a baby, you should be judged.

I've carried two children to term and love them both, however while in the womb they literally meet the definition of a parasite.

Well they also met the definition of parasite when they were nursing at your breast. Please educate yourself about basic human biology before you take a stand on abortion. When does human life begin?

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Anonymous wrote:If it matters to you, be aware that the parent community can be a bit toxic (mean girl behavior among the mothers, for example), and that the politics of many are of the MAGA ilk. Perhaps not a deal-breaker for you (or a positive!) but worth knowing before you sign up.

I take serious offense to this. My daughter spent pre-K to 8th grade at BSM and we couldn't be happier with her experience there. Do you understand that Catholicism stands for LIFE and has no room for people who disagree. It's a Catholic school for goodness sake. Of course most people lean to the right. That's what our religion teaches us. If you don't like it, keep your mouth shut and stay at your secular school.

Tired of the attacks on Catholicism. If people attacked Islam, Hinduism, mainstream Protestant religious and Judaism like the Catholic church has been attacked, there would be massive protests over it.

Here's the difference: I have absolutely no problem with a Catholic school telling its Catholic pupils that as Catholics, their religion tells them that they must choose Life and that they should never abort. That's completely 100% fine. BUT when schools sanction participation in protests and marches that try to codify your religious teachings into the LAW of the United States of America, where church and state is supposed to be separated and where everyone is supposed to have the freedom to choose what they want to do with their own reproductive health, it is NOT okay. At all.

Ooh I like you. Such good points. Also, is one of the main teachings to judge not as God will judge in the afterlife? Why is it anyone's place on this earth to judge others and control them?

I am not a St. Mary parent; however, I am responding. When you murder a baby, you should be judged.

I've carried two children to term and love them both, however while in the womb they literally meet the definition of a parasite.

Well they also met the definition of parasite when they were nursing at your breast. Please educate yourself about basic human biology before you take a stand on abortion. When does human life begin?

Human life begins at birth. Abortion does not equal killing babies it equals removing a fetus from its host’s body. I’m so tired of people like you. You know this yet you use “murdering babies” to inspire an emotional reaction. If there is a god so cruel as to punish people for making educated decisions about their own reproductive health, to ensure one less child grows up in poverty or unloved or traumatized from parents that didn’t want them, I’d truly rather burn in hell for all of eternity than respect “him” and his judgements.

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Anonymous wrote:If it matters to you, be aware that the parent community can be a bit toxic (mean girl behavior among the mothers, for example), and that the politics of many are of the MAGA ilk. Perhaps not a deal-breaker for you (or a positive!) but worth knowing before you sign up.

I take serious offense to this. My daughter spent pre-K to 8th grade at BSM and we couldn't be happier with her experience there. Do you understand that Catholicism stands for LIFE and has no room for people who disagree. It's a Catholic school for goodness sake. Of course most people lean to the right. That's what our religion teaches us. If you don't like it, keep your mouth shut and stay at your secular school.

Tired of the attacks on Catholicism. If people attacked Islam, Hinduism, mainstream Protestant religious and Judaism like the Catholic church has been attacked, there would be massive protests over it.

Here's the difference: I have absolutely no problem with a Catholic school telling its Catholic pupils that as Catholics, their religion tells them that they must choose Life and that they should never abort. That's completely 100% fine. BUT when schools sanction participation in protests and marches that try to codify your religious teachings into the LAW of the United States of America, where church and state is supposed to be separated and where everyone is supposed to have the freedom to choose what they want to do with their own reproductive health, it is NOT okay. At all.

Ooh I like you. Such good points. Also, is one of the main teachings to judge not as God will judge in the afterlife? Why is it anyone's place on this earth to judge others and control them?

I am not a St. Mary parent; however, I am responding. When you murder a baby, you should be judged.

I've carried two children to term and love them both, however while in the womb they literally meet the definition of a parasite.

Well they also met the definition of parasite when they were nursing at your breast. Please educate yourself about basic human biology before you take a stand on abortion. When does human life begin?

Human life begins at birth. Abortion does not equal killing babies it equals removing a fetus from its host’s body. I’m so tired of people like you. You know this yet you use “murdering babies” to inspire an emotional reaction. If there is a god so cruel as to punish people for making educated decisions about their own reproductive health, to ensure one less child grows up in poverty or unloved or traumatized from parents that didn’t want them, I’d truly rather burn in hell for all of eternity than respect “him” and his judgements.

You're in luck! So glad you'll get your wish.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:If it matters to you, be aware that the parent community can be a bit toxic (mean girl behavior among the mothers, for example), and that the politics of many are of the MAGA ilk. Perhaps not a deal-breaker for you (or a positive!) but worth knowing before you sign up.

I take serious offense to this. My daughter spent pre-K to 8th grade at BSM and we couldn't be happier with her experience there. Do you understand that Catholicism stands for LIFE and has no room for people who disagree. It's a Catholic school for goodness sake. Of course most people lean to the right. That's what our religion teaches us. If you don't like it, keep your mouth shut and stay at your secular school.

Tired of the attacks on Catholicism. If people attacked Islam, Hinduism, mainstream Protestant religious and Judaism like the Catholic church has been attacked, there would be massive protests over it.

Here's the difference: I have absolutely no problem with a Catholic school telling its Catholic pupils that as Catholics, their religion tells them that they must choose Life and that they should never abort. That's completely 100% fine. BUT when schools sanction participation in protests and marches that try to codify your religious teachings into the LAW of the United States of America, where church and state is supposed to be separated and where everyone is supposed to have the freedom to choose what they want to do with their own reproductive health, it is NOT okay. At all.

Ooh I like you. Such good points. Also, is one of the main teachings to judge not as God will judge in the afterlife? Why is it anyone's place on this earth to judge others and control them?

I am not a St. Mary parent; however, I am responding. When you murder a baby, you should be judged.

I've carried two children to term and love them both, however while in the womb they literally meet the definition of a parasite.

Well they also met the definition of parasite when they were nursing at your breast. Please educate yourself about basic human biology before you take a stand on abortion. When does human life begin?

Human life begins at birth. Abortion does not equal killing babies it equals removing a fetus from its host’s body. I’m so tired of people like you. You know this yet you use “murdering babies” to inspire an emotional reaction. If there is a god so cruel as to punish people for making educated decisions about their own reproductive health, to ensure one less child grows up in poverty or unloved or traumatized from parents that didn’t want them, I’d truly rather burn in hell for all of eternity than respect “him” and his judgements.

No, you are misinformed. Human life begins at conception.

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some more ACB and Kavanaugh supporters LOL no

[Anonymous]

OP, I am terribly sorry your thread got taken over and taken off course. I recommend you attend the open house on Wednesday morning to get a feel for the school, the curriculum, and the families and students. Good luck!

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Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

No, as a Catholic and one who went to Catholic school, I fully understand. We are in parish at St Mary's, however I still have concerns as to whether it's the best choice for my child. Just because it's our parish school does not automatically make it the best choice for my child. It's one of the largest Catholic schools in the state and that may not be the best fit for everyone.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

No, as a Catholic and one who went to Catholic school, I fully understand. We are in parish at St Mary's, however I still have concerns as to whether it's the best choice for my child. Just because it's our parish school does not automatically make it the best choice for my child. It's one of the largest Catholic schools in the state and that may not be the best fit for everyone.

Okey dokey. I think we'll all be glad when you make your choice for another school. Good luck to you then!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

No, as a Catholic and one who went to Catholic school, I fully understand. We are in parish at St Mary's, however I still have concerns as to whether it's the best choice for my child. Just because it's our parish school does not automatically make it the best choice for my child. It's one of the largest Catholic schools in the state and that may not be the best fit for everyone.

Have you gotten a feel from the community from being in the parish? My experience as a parishioner before my kids were school aged pretty well prepared me for what to expect (the ups and downs).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

No, as a Catholic and one who went to Catholic school, I fully understand. We are in parish at St Mary's, however I still have concerns as to whether it's the best choice for my child. Just because it's our parish school does not automatically make it the best choice for my child. It's one of the largest Catholic schools in the state and that may not be the best fit for everyone.

Have you gotten a feel from the community from being in the parish? My experience as a parishioner before my kids were school aged pretty well prepared me for what to expect (the ups and downs).

Yes, it's imo very conservative. I get that going in and have my own reservations about that, but like I mentioned previously, differences create a space for dialogue. I can deal with that. I was, however, hoping to get a feel for the academics and way of teaching from parents from this post. 🤷‍♀️

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

No, as a Catholic and one who went to Catholic school, I fully understand. We are in parish at St Mary's, however I still have concerns as to whether it's the best choice for my child. Just because it's our parish school does not automatically make it the best choice for my child. It's one of the largest Catholic schools in the state and that may not be the best fit for everyone.

Okey dokey. I think we'll all be glad when you make your choice for another school. Good luck to you then!

Ahh another example of the warm, welcoming environment one sees in Catholic parishes across the area

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You should also check out the other area Catholic schools as well (Blessed Sacrament, St. Louis etc). They all have a different vibe.

OP here, thanks. I actually took Blessed Sacrament off my list after an open house. Their class sizes is 28 students per classroom, which I did not live. I've also heard they are really hard to get into if you're not in parish so I wasn't too sure about even trying. I had St Louis on my list but go back and forth because of location and convenience for commute.

What is your parish?

I ask because it doesn't seem like you understand how the parish school system works.

The parish system is built on community. The church wants members of the community to be together for worship as well as education of children. If you belong to a parish, and if that parish has a school, then that is the school your child should apply.

If you are "shopping" for a school, which it sounds like you are doing and which is highly discouraged, then you will pay out-of-parish rates and it is much less likely that there will be an opening for your child.

No, as a Catholic and one who went to Catholic school, I fully understand. We are in parish at St Mary's, however I still have concerns as to whether it's the best choice for my child. Just because it's our parish school does not automatically make it the best choice for my child. It's one of the largest Catholic schools in the state and that may not be the best fit for everyone.

Okey dokey. I think we'll all be glad when you make your choice for another school. Good luck to you then!

Ahh another example of the warm, welcoming environment one sees in Catholic parishes across the area

We are one of the families that recognize that our snowflakes need to sit down, shut up, pay attention to the teacher and do their work. Our snowflakes don't need to be coddled and hand held and told how perfect they are. We want kids who can operate in the real world with the members of their community without assuming special privileges. Go to the Schools forum and read the results of the NAEP study. That's what we want and that's why we send/t our kids to St. Mary.

It is pretty clear that the OP doesn't want any of that. She wants her precious snowflake to know she or he is different and is special. So we are happy that she is making a different choice. Frankly, that's the difference between Catholic schools and other private schools. Catholic schools were made for the masses (get it!!!), not for the 1%ers.