St. Mary’s Central is a Catholic School with grades Pre-Kindergarten through 8 and is part of the Diocese of Steubenville. Our school offers a secure environment with individual growth and well-being, opportunities for parent involvement, and communication among the principal, teachers, and parents to ensure student progress.

Our mission as a Catholic school community is to teach children the Catholic faith in a Christ centered learning environment, providing the foundation to be an active, practicing Catholic within the community. 

The school family actively participates in our faith through service to others, through faith celebrations, and religious instruction that all exemplify Christ. 

Student learning and achievement are attained by continually assessing students’ academic and spiritual needs, by implementing current technologies and teaching strategies, and by engaging students is real-life experiences.  

Religion is emphasized with Catholic traditions, doctrine, scripture, and an active living faith. We participate in school masses, prayer services, daily religion classes, service and community projects, Penance services for grades 3-8, and Advent/Lenten activities. 

A whole language approach is based on a phonics foundation. Literature, grammar, composition, oral communications, and critical thinking skills are incorporated. An Accelerated Reading Program is also in place.  Penmanship and study skills are taught. 

Different levels of math are offered to meet all needs. A cumulative approach is stressed from grades 2-8. Technology is integrated throughout the math program. Advanced courses include Pre-Algebra and Algebra I.

There are science classes that include a “hands-on” approach to learning, utilizing a modern science lab.  

Elective classes are offered for students in grades 6-8. Classes include World Cultures, Faith in Action,  health & wellness, historical fiction, public speaking, and creative writing.

Social Studies include American, Ohio, and World History and Civics. 

Student support services include Speech Therapy, Hearing, Vision Screening, School Counseling Services, and Tutoring. 

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For more information, call us at 740-695-3189
or email us: nannette.kennedy@omeresa.net