Welcome New Students!

Welcome to St. Mary's Catholic High School in beautiful Woodstock, Ontario. We feel truly blessed that you and your child have chosen our Catholic School Community for your high school education.

Over the last 2 decades we have established a reputation as a high academic achieving school that provides a wide variety of choices for students so they can grow to their full potential and be prepared for post-secondary school life. Our entire staff works hard so that every student feels that they belong and are supported in achieving their goals.

We look forward to building relationships with students and partnering with parents as together we share in the exciting educational journey. I look forward to meeting you soon and invite you to feel free to reach out to me anytime to discuss your experience with us.

The Journey Begins

Transitioning to High School

What are some of the differences between elementary and high school?

Semester System (only 4 full classes per semester)
Moving from Class to Class
2 different lunches in the cafeteria
More variety in courses
Final Exam periods in January and June
More independence and responsibility for students
More homework
Group projects are often required so students need to work well with others
Time management and organizational skills are keys to success
Remember that staff and administration want students to succeed and grow, but students must speak up if something isn’t going well.

Locker Information

Lockers are the property of St. Mary’s Catholic High School and the London District Catholic School Board. Students will be issued a locker at the beginning of each school year. Lockers will be inspected at the end of each school year and restitution will be made for damages.

A school issued Dudley combination lock with a serial # must be purchased from the school at a cost of $10.00. Lockers are the property of the school and may be entered by an administrator. Each student is responsible for his or her assigned locker. Lockers may not be shared, and students are not allowed to change their assigned locker. Students should protect their property by putting their name on all books and keeping their equipment and valuables in the locker, which should always be locked. Do not give your combination to any other student. The school will not assume responsibility for any stolen articles.

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Guidance Department

Guidance and Career Education plays a central role by preparing students for a complex and changing world. The Guidance program has a specific focus on learner, interpersonal, and career development. The Guidance team plays a key role in preparing students for the future. Each student is assigned a Guidance Counsellor with whom they can work with to achieve learning goals and prepare for the future. Guidance Counsellors see students by appointment to discuss pathway, special programs, timetable/course, and post-secondary planning.

Community Service

Community Service encourages students to develop social responsibility, to appreciate the various roles they can play in their communities and to help them develop a greater sense of belonging within their respective communities. Every student who begins secondary school in Ontario will be required to complete 40 hours of community service as part of his/her diploma requirements. Studens can start accumulating community involvement hours in the summer before they enter grade 9.

Teams & Clubs

Getting Involved: Athletics & Clubs

St. Mary's has a long history of pride, tradition, and excellence in the interschool athletics program. Every year our staff, alumni, and community members volunteer hundreds of hours coaching our students to meet their athletic potential in both co-curricular and extra-curricular involvement. Check out the Athletics & Extracurriculars page for more information.

Students are strongly encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities whether led by student council or staff. From book clubs to robotics, there is something for everyone!