We continually pray to steward your gifts wisely and the results have been amazing. Thanks to you, great things are happening here at St. Mary’s. Enrollment is increasing. The freshman class at 109 is the largest class in the past 6 years. Our students continue to perform outstanding in the classroom. St. Mary’s is ranked 21st out of 128 schools in the Western New York area in Business First. St. Mary’s moved up more than 30 spots this year. Your support has been a great blessing. The Annual Fund for 2007-2008 brought in more that $200,000, up from $30,000 in 2004.

In the previous issue I asked that you pray for our students and their development. I want to thank you for praying and encourage you to continue. Seniors have gone on to some of the most prestigious colleges in the country and come back with stories of success. Students are discovering talents they did not know they had. They are serving the community of Lancaster by planting bulbs, visiting the senior center, volunteering at youth tournaments, and assisting local organizations with fundraising efforts. It is amazing to see what these young students are able to accomplish when they share their talent and effort with others.

You have helped St. Mary’s create and cultivate a school that encourages servant leadership. People are looking for ways to help classmates and achieve the success that is within reach. They are taking ownership to make certain that our hallways are filled with examples of respect and kindness. They are meeting challenges head-on and reaching new levels of success.