2025–2026 STVM Uniform Policy 

NEW THIS WEEK! 

Based on the feedback we have received from our students and in collaboration with the STVM Student Council, we will be adding shorts as an option for the 2025-2026 School Year that will be permitted to be worn during the first and fourth quarters. This coming week, you will see the addition of the shorts options in the Lands' End uniform store; however, you may also purchase the shorts at a local store of your choosing.  Shorts must meet the following guidelines:

Color & Style

• Shorts must be khaki only (no other colors, patterns, or designs are permitted).

• Shorts must be traditional school-uniform, chino-style, meaning:

  • Made of cotton or cotton-blend twill fabric, or a golf-style short.

  • Flat or pleated front.

  • Slanted side pockets only (no cargo pockets, no zippered pockets, no extra pockets on the thighs, sides, or back other than standard rear welt pockets).

  • No elastic waistbands, drawstrings, or jogger styles.

  • Must have belt loops.

Length

• Men: Minimum inseam of 9 inches; shorts may not extend below the knee.

• Women: Minimum inseam of 7 inches; shorts may not extend below the knee.

Belts

• A belt must be worn at all times.

**Please see the updated uniform policy below for images with approved shorts. 

The updated Uniform Policy for the 2025–2026 school year is now available. In addition to returning vendors ProForma and Lands' End, BSN now carries approved items, including new Nike polos and crewnecks. Also new are Spirit Dress Down Fridays and revised uniform guidelines. Review the Uniform Policy here.

We’re excited to share that the BSN Uniform Store is officially open and ready for orders! All items will be shipped to the school and will be available for pickup in the STVM Bookstore. 

Shop the Store: Visit the BSN Uniform Store 

Personalized Items: Some items, like sweatshirts, allow for personalization. Families can choose to add a sport or activity by typing it in during the order process. The list below includes all current approved personalization options. BSN will print only the names that match one of these selections.

Unisex Crews: There are two crewneck options available—one Nike Fleece and one BSN version. While both are labeled “men’s” in the store, they are unisex as there are no separate men's and women's size options. 

Current Approved Personalization Options

Athletics:

Football • Baseball • Volleyball • Soccer • Tennis • Basketball • Lacrosse • Softball • Cheerleading • Athletic Trainer • Bowling • Golf • Track • Cross Country • Wrestling • Marching Band

Clubs & Activities:

Model UN • TARC Rocket Team • Irish Athletes for Christ • Irish Dance • Majorette • Chorus • Marianist LIFE • Student Council • Theatre • Green Street Elite • Broadcasting • NASA Rocket Team

If no sport, club, ensemble name, etc., is selected, the crewneck sweatshirt will come with "Fighting Irish" under the STVM logo. 

We’re proud to offer new ways for our students and families to show their Irish pride—thank you for your continued support!

Questions? Please email administration@stvm.com

To better align with our school identity, we are rebranding Blackbaud to MyIrish. This change reflects our goal to create a cohesive, user-friendly experience that feels uniquely STVM. MyIrish is our community’s go-to platform for schedules, grades, important documents, the application process, and more.  

Our goal is simple: to make MyIrish the central access point for our families and staff — and a platform that reflects the excellence and organization we strive for in every area of STVM life.

As part of our ongoing commitment to student health, safety, and wellness, St. Vincent-St. Mary High School will be fully implementing our Drug and Alcohol Policy, which includes a random drug testing program, during the upcoming school year. This initiative is an important part of our mission to nurture the whole person and ensure a safe, supportive environment for all students to learn and grow.

We encourage all parents and guardians to review this policy, which is outlined in the 2025-2026 Parent/Student Handbook (Release coming soon). It is essential that every family is aware of and understands this policy, as it will be actively enforced throughout the school year.

Our goal is to foster a drug-free school community that reflects our values and prepares students for success — mind, body, and spirit. Please take a moment to review this important section in the handbook and discuss it with your student.

Green Street STUDENT Social

Students are invited to STVM’s first-ever Green Street Student Social on Wednesday, August 20, from 12:15–3:00 PM at the stadium!

Students can kick off the school year with grilled food, music, and games for students — all brought to you by Student Council free of charge. 

Don’t miss this fun and festive start to the year!

FRESHMEN MASS AND RECEPTION

We are pleased to invite families of freshmen students to our special Freshman Welcome Mass and Reception as we begin this exciting new chapter together.

Please join us for 8:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 164 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44303.

Freshmen and their families are invited to meet directly at the church and sit in pews near the front. Please note that pews will not be reserved, so please plan to arrive early to Mass.

After Mass, we will gather at the STVM Student Center for a reception with light refreshments, a warm welcome from school leaders, and freshman Chromebook pickup.

We look forward to celebrating with you and officially welcoming you to the Irish Family!

2025-2026 

Bell Schedule

We’ve made thoughtful changes to our bell schedule to better support student success, staff collaboration, and our Marianist mission. We’ll continue using the Green | Gold block schedule, with a few key improvements:

✅ What's New:

1. Late Start Mondays (9:00 AM Start)
Every Monday, classes will begin at 9:00 AM to allow students extra time for rest, appointments, or preparation. Doors will still open at the usual time. Staff will use this time for professional development and student support.

2. Daily Innovation Block + Lunch (35 mins each)
A daily study hall period gives all students time during the day to complete assignments, ask for help, or decompress. Later in the year, this time may be used for clubs, enrichment, or mentoring.

3. Eight Instructional Blocks
Students will now be scheduled into eight instructional blocks, allowing more room for electives and support services without sacrificing core academics. Study Hall will no longer take up a full class block, though it may be scheduled for students with additional academic needs.

💡 Why It Matters:

• More time for academic support and planning

• Greater access to electives and enrichment

• Reduced student stress and after-school workload

• Stronger teacher collaboration and earlier interventions

• We believe these updates will create a more balanced and enriching experience for all.

👉 View the six bell schedules
📧 scheduling@stvm.com
⛔ Note: Schedule change requests will not be accepted until August, when official schedule change dates are announced.

SUMMER READING ASSIGNMENTS

The 2025-26 Summer Reading Assignments can be found on the Website here.  

The 2025-2026 Summer Math Assignments can be found on the Website here.

2025-2026 Calendar Is Here!

The 2025–2026 school calendar is now live on STVM.com and in MyIrish (Blackbaud).

• School Calendar: Major dates and events on the website

• Club & Student Life Calendar: Student activities in My Irish

Most key dates are set, though some updates may come later. Please note dates are subject to change.

Thank you for your support—we look forward to a great year ahead!

2025-26 Student Schedules

Students can log into MyIrish and click on the “Course Request” tab to review the course requests they selected in the spring.

If you’re considering a change, please note that specific details about how to request a schedule change will be shared when the schedule change window opens in mid-August.

Keep in mind that any changes made that do not align with the original course requests may be subject to a fee.

If you have questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us at: scheduling@stvm.com

2025-26 Parking Permits

Student Parking Permits are now on sale for $70 (first come, first served).

🕘 Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 AM – 3 PM

Bring your completed Parking Permit Application to the STVM Bookstore.

Class of 2026: Senior Painted Parking Spots

Make your first senior memory—paint your parking spot for $100 (includes your permit fee).
✅ To reserve a spot, seniors must:

1. Submit the Google Form Contract

2. Pay the $100 fee to the Parents' Club

Before painting:

• Submit the Parking Permit Application to the Bookstore

• Get design approval

🎨 Sign Up to Paint: Senior Signup Link
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Volunteers: Parent Signup Link

Note: Paint is provided. Students must provide own brushes, rollers, paint tray(s), tape, towels/wipes, paint tray(s), containers to mix paint, trash bags, etc. No trash should be left behind. Spots #1–60 are reserved for seniors and painting is first come, first served.

📧 Questions? Email ParentsClub@stvm.com

We understand families are eager to prepare for the new school year and have inquired about supply lists. At STVM, individual teachers share supply requirements through their course syllabi, which are distributed on the first day of school. This process ensures that students obtain only the materials they truly need for each class.

While families are welcome to purchase general supplies such as notebooks, pens, pencils, and folders in advance, we recommend waiting until the first day to avoid unnecessary purchases. This approach is common among many high schools and helps streamline preparation for both students and parents, and it avoids unnecessary purchasing of materials.

Student Ambassadors
Events

Please mark your calendars for the mandatory events listed below. Ambassadors should regularly check their school email for details on events and stay tuned to the GroupMe app for reminders.

Contact Ms. McCarthy or Mrs. Jurevicius with any questions.

• August 17, 2025: Freshman Mass, 8:30 a.m.
  
  

• August 18, 2025: Freshman First Day of School and Orientation, 8 a.m.– 3 p.m.

• October 15, 2025: Open House | 6-8 p.m.