St. Mary - St. Michael School in Derby, CT views its mission as contributing to the total development of each child through high academic standards, positive discipline, and concern for the individual student within a caring Catholic environment. 

Philosophy

To develop the total Christian personality by instilling in the students a repect for life and reverence for Christian living.

1. To develop within the school a strong, religious education program so that each child will grow and develop in the Christian way of life.
2. To facilitate the intellectual, social, and phycical development of each child through a variety of instructional methods.
3. To aid students in evaluation of their own capabilities and vocational possibilities.

It is of the consensus of the faculty that the involvement of the parents in the mission of the school is of utmost importance because through education and guidance the children of today become the Catholic citizens of tomorrow.