Why Choose Mater Dolorosa?

Mission Statement

Mater Dolorosa School, following the spirit of St. Francis, fosters and encourages a concern for peace and justice daily. We endeavor to nurture this spirit in our students, from Preschool through Grade 8, through prayer and service to God and others. Within a multicultural, ethnic, and racially diverse environment, we strive to maintain academic excellence and to keep pace with technological advances in an ever changing world.

Vision Statement

Mater Dolorosa Catholic School is a Preschool through Grade 8 Catholic School, located along the picturesque banks of the Connecticut River in Holyoke, Massachusetts. In September of 2005, Mater Dolorosa received accreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Following the guidelines established by the Springfield Diocese, the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, and Massachusetts Frameworks for each subject area, we strive to help all students develop to their full potential spiritually, academically and socially. Along with our strong academic curriculum, we provide our students with a Catholic religious education, cultural diversity and acceptance, and involvement in community service. Learning is an exciting life-long endeavor, and at Mater Dolorosa Catholic School, we are proud to continually strive to create positive educational experiences for our students.