What is a classical model? A classical model of education focuses on the true purpose of Catholic education, which is the pursuit of wisdom and virtue centered on Christ. For centuries, this “classical” purpose and method of education produced the greatest minds, hearts and saints of our civilization by focusing on analytical thinking, the integration of disciplines, and developing moral character based on Divine Law. Our purpose and mission as a Catholic school is to further God’s kingdom through faith, academics and service. We are confident that a classical model of education is the best approach to our mission.
Cathedral School of Saint Mary is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as well as by the Texas Catholic Education Department, which is recognized by the Commissioner of Education for the purposes of accrediting Catholic schools in the State of Texas.
Cathedral School of Saint Mary serves families from 36 different zip codes throughout Central Texas.
Over the last 10 years, more than 95% of the Cathedral School students who have applied to local private schools have been accepted. Some of these schools include: St. Michael’s Catholic Academy, San Juan Diego Catholic High School, and St. Dominic Savio, as well as the public schools’ science and liberal arts academics.
The school day begins at 7:40 a.m. Dismissal is at 3:15 p.m. Faculty/Staff are present in the Donahue Center Cafeteria to greet students from 7:20 -7:45 each morning.
Extended Care is available in the morning from 6:50 a.m. - 7:20 a.m and in the afternoon from 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the Donahue Center Cafeteria.