In Her Own Words MELISSA CHAILLAND, StM Parent StM connection: My connection is Ford
Why you chose St. Martin’s:
Jones Deith, Jr., whom I met at church.
There are so many reasons to choose
Ford was a mentor for my daughter
St. Martin’s. First and foremost, the
Robin, and was the youth director
amazing education. Second, class size
and choir teacher at our church. He is
and one-on-one attention from the
a wonderful family friend and has an
teachers, the support from the staff and
amazing way in how he interacts with
teachers, the values and commitment to
kids. Ford encouraged us to look at St.
work together and support our children.
Martin’s for our daughter Sophie and we were absolutely amazed at how much the school had to offer. We were sorry we didn’t get into St. Martin’s earlier than we did.
Favorite StM tradition: My favorite tradition is the Maypole dance in second grade. I also love that the seniors are honored in sports, and the freshmen sign the book on the first day of school
One St. Martin’s memory: I have several
during a ceremony.
memories, not just one. My daughter Sophie’s smile on the first day of school each year, the Gala where everyone dressed up in 80’s attire, and Maypole in second grade.
Why I give back: To continue the great education and experiences not only for my child but for younger children and for future generations. I want our children to grow in their education,
What makes StM special? The
in sports, in camaraderie, in traditions,
commitment the teachers have in
and much more. My child has
meeting each child’s learning needs, and
experienced many life events
their ability to do so with alternative
and I want those to continue.
ways of teaching. The way parents support each other within the various groups such as Booster Club, Moms’ Club, or Dads’ Club. Also how the parents from my daughter’s class stay connected, check on each other, and have social events. stmsaints.com | 5
