Welcome!
We offer you a warm welcome to our website and invite you to learn more about Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Springfield serving Western Massachusetts’ Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties. Catholic school education has existed in this diocese since 1867 through the dedication and generosity of countless individuals and families.   Our schools offer a high quality rigorous academic program designed to build our students spiritually, academically and physically.
As we enter the sacred season of Lent, I extend my heartfelt greetings to each of you. Lent is a time of reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal, inviting us to deepen our relationship with God and one another as we journey together toward Easter.
During these forty days, we are called to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, following in the footsteps of Jesus Christ and embracing the transformative power of His love and sacrifice. It is a season of self-examination and renewal, a time to turn our hearts back to God and seek His mercy and forgiveness.
In the spirit of Lent, our Catholic schools are committed to fostering an environment of faith, compassion, and service, where students are encouraged to grow in their understanding of the Gospel values and live out their faith in tangible ways. Through prayer, reflection, and acts of kindness, we strive to emulate the example of Christ and be instruments of His peace and love in the world.
As we journey through this season of spiritual renewal, let us draw closer to God and one another, seeking reconciliation, healing, and transformation. May our Lenten observance be a source of inspiration and grace, guiding us to a deeper appreciation of the paschal mystery and the joy of Easter resurrection.
In addition to the spiritual significance of Lent, we also welcome the arrival of spring—a season of hope, growth, and new beginnings. As the earth awakens from its winter slumber and bursts forth with new life, may we too experience a spiritual renewal and a revitalization of our faith and commitment to Christ.
In our Catholic schools, spring is a time of celebration and anticipation, as we prepare to commemorate the passion, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Through prayer services, retreats, and special activities, we invite our students to journey with us through the liturgical season, deepening their understanding of the mysteries of faith and embracing the promise of new life in Christ.
As we embark upon this journey of faith and renewal, let us remember the words of Saint Paul: “If anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!” (2 Corinthians 5:17). May this Lenten season and the arrival of spring be a time of transformation and spiritual growth for each of us, as we continue to walk in the light of Christ and proclaim His love to the world.
Thank you for visiting our page, your dedication to our Catholic schools and your commitment to the spiritual formation of our students. May God bless you abundantly during this holy season and fill your hearts with His peace, joy, and love.
Yours in Christ,
Maria Wagner, Superintendant of Catholic Schools

Maria P. Wagner, M.Ed. & H.D.
Superintendent of Schools
65 Elliot Street, P. O. Box 1730
Springfield, MA 01102-1730
Telephone:  413-452-0831
E-mail:  m.wagner@diospringfield.org