St. Luke's School

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  • Wesley Fontaine Named Head Tennis Coach at St. Luke’s Episcopal School

    Wesley Fontaine Named Head Tennis Coach at St. Luke’s Episcopal School

    St. Luke’s Episcopal School has named Wesley Fontaine its new head tennis coach. He brings collegiate playing experience, coaching accomplishments and a strong background in player development to the St. Luke’s athletic program.

    Fontaine’s tennis background includes both collegiate competition and coaching at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. As a collegiate player, he won two conference championships and earned a national doubles ranking as high as No. 11 in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

    From 2022 to 2024, Fontaine served as assistant coach for the men’s and women’s tennis teams at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. During his tenure, he helped lead the men’s team to a conference championship and the women’s team to two conference finals, adding collegiate coaching experience to his background as a competitive player.

    With five years of coaching experience, Fontaine has worked with players of varying ages and skill levels. He holds USTA Safe Play and USTA Coaching certifications and currently coaches at the Mobile Tennis Center, where he works with players through individual lessons and group clinics.

    Fontaine brings experience in collegiate tennis, competitive play and player instruction to his new role at St. Luke’s. As head tennis coach, he will lead the Wildcats tennis program and work with student-athletes as they continue to develop their skills and compete.

    St. Luke’s looks forward to welcoming Coach Fontaine to the athletic program and the experience and knowledge he brings to Wildcat tennis. His addition represents an exciting opportunity for the program, and the school looks forward to the seasons ahead under his leadership.

  • St. Luke’s Earns Five #1 Rankings in 2027 Niche Best Schools

    St. Luke’s Earns Five #1 Rankings in 2027 Niche Best Schools

    St. Luke’s Episcopal School is proud to announce that it has earned five #1 rankings in the 2027 Niche Best Schools rankings, recognizing the strength of the St. Luke’s experience from K2 through 12th grade.

    The rankings include:

    • #1 Best Private K–12 School
    • #1 Best Private High School
    • #1 Best College Prep Private High School
    • #1 Best Christian K–12 School
    • #1 Best Christian High School

    These recognitions reflect our outstanding students, dedicated faculty and staff, supportive families, and a school community committed to preparing students for college and life.

    Click here to see why St. Luke’s is right for your child!

  • St. Luke’s Celebrates AP Scholars from the Classes of 2026 and 2027

    St. Luke’s Celebrates AP Scholars from the Classes of 2026 and 2027

    St. Luke’s Episcopal School is proud to recognize students from the Classes of 2026 and 2027 who earned AP Scholar recognition from the College Board for exceptional achievement on college-level Advanced Placement exams.

    An impressive 40% of the Class of 2027 earned AP Scholar recognition, highlighting St. Luke’s students’ strong academic performance in rigorous Advanced Placement coursework. In addition, 14 students from the Class of 2026 were also recognized as AP Scholars.

    These honors reflect students’ commitment, preparation, and academic excellence as they challenged themselves through advanced coursework and performed strongly on AP exams.

    AP Scholars with Distinction

    The AP Scholar with Distinction award is given to students who earned an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and earned scores of 3 or higher on at least five AP exams.

    St. Luke’s AP Scholars with Distinction are:

    Baker Farnell, Kylie Gibbs, Noah Grafton, Raina Gupta, Ellena Lang, Mac Boone, Calista Conway, Rishi Gupta, and Chloe Lambert.

    AP Scholars with Honor

    The AP Scholar with Honor award recognizes students who earned an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and earned scores of 3 or higher on at least four AP exams.

    St. Luke’s AP Scholars with Honor are:

    Reese Browning, Hannah Lockett, Andy Nguyen, Michael Reedy, Zachary Robinson, Brantley Weed, and Ella Bentley.

    AP Scholars

    The AP Scholar award is given to students who earned scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.

    St. Luke’s AP Scholars are:

    Macey Brown, Olivia Frye, Carsten Hall, Cooper Matthews, Lauren Robertson, Jenna Simpson, Sawyer Smith, Armani Coleman, Jonah Dominescy, Ackley Hoffman, Caroline Hooper, Lily Liller, Emma Trammell, Landon Villegas, Bennett Wallace, and Ahja Wilder.

    A Strong College-Preparatory Foundation

    AP Scholar recognition reflects more than strong test performance. It reflects students’ willingness to take on challenging college-level coursework, develop advanced academic skills, and prepare for success beyond high school.

    At St. Luke’s, Advanced Placement courses are part of a broader college-preparatory experience that challenges students academically while supporting their individual growth and goals.

    We are proud to celebrate all of our St. Luke’s AP Scholars and the hard work, perseverance, and academic excellence they represent.

    For families seeking a college-preparatory school in Mobile, Alabama, Advanced Placement courses give St. Luke’s students opportunities to pursue challenging, college-level academics while still in high school. Students can explore advanced coursework across multiple subject areas while receiving the personal support of St. Luke’s intentionally small learning environment.

  • Four Wildcats Named to AHSVCA 2026-27 Preseason Watchlist

    Four Wildcats Named to AHSVCA 2026-27 Preseason Watchlist

    St. Luke’s Episcopal School is proud to celebrate four Wildcat volleyball players who have been named to the Alabama High School Volleyball Coaches Association (AHSVCA) 2026-27 Preseason Watchlist.

    Congratulations to Lauren Watson, Millie Wilson, Emma Kate Frazier, and Riley Reynolds on earning this statewide recognition!

    The AHSVCA Preseason Watchlist highlights outstanding high school volleyball players from across Alabama to watch during the upcoming season. Having four student-athletes selected is an exciting recognition for the St. Luke’s Episcopal School volleyball program and a testament to the talent, hard work, and dedication these Wildcats bring to the court.

    We are proud to see Lauren, Millie, Emma Kate, and Riley representing St. Luke’s volleyball among some of Alabama’s top high school volleyball talent, and we look forward to cheering them and their teammates on throughout the 2026-27 season.

    Congratulations, Wildcats!

  • United in Faith: St. Luke’s Begins the School Year with Back-to-School Chapel

    United in Faith: St. Luke’s Begins the School Year with Back-to-School Chapel

    Before the 2026-2027 school year began, St. Luke’s Episcopal School faculty and staff gathered for our annual Back-to-School Chapel, a meaningful tradition that provides an opportunity to begin the year together, united in faith and purpose.

    During the service, faculty and staff prayed for the school year ahead, for our St. Luke’s students and families, and for the teachers, administrators, coaches, and staff members who will teach, guide, encourage, and care for our Wildcats each day.

    Faith at the Heart of the St. Luke’s Experience

    As an Episcopal school in Mobile, Alabama, faith is an important part of the St. Luke’s experience. Chapel provides opportunities for our school community to come together for prayer, reflection, gratitude, and spiritual growth while reinforcing the values of compassion, service, respect, and love for others.

    Beginning the year in chapel also reminds our faculty and staff of the shared purpose behind their work. Whether teaching in the classroom, coaching on the field, supporting the arts, or serving students in countless other ways, every member of the St. Luke’s community plays an important role in helping our students learn, grow, and thrive.

    Beginning the Year Together

    At St. Luke’s Episcopal School, educating students means caring for the whole child –  academically, spiritually, socially, and personally. Our Back-to-School Chapel reflects that commitment and sets the tone for the year ahead.

    There is no better way to begin a new school year than together – grounded in faith, grateful for our St. Luke’s community, and excited for all that lies ahead.

  • 2026-2027 Uniform Guide

    2026-2027 Uniform Guide

  • St. Luke’s Students Attend HOBY Leadership Seminar at Troy University

    St. Luke’s Students Attend HOBY Leadership Seminar at Troy University

    Three rising juniors from SLES recently participated in the prestigious HOBY (Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership) Leadership Seminar held on the campus of Troy University.

    Kenlee Hamilton, Atli Johnston, and Dylan Driskell were selected to represent St. Luke’s for their demonstrated leadership, service, citizenship, and commitment to making a positive impact on their school and community. The HOBY Leadership Seminar is designed to inspire and develop high school students into confident, ethical leaders prepared to make a difference locally and globally.

    Throughout the week-long program, the students joined fellow student leaders from across Alabama in interactive leadership workshops, team-building activities, and small-group discussions. Participants also attended presentations led by accomplished professionals, community leaders, and motivational speakers who shared insights on leadership development, civic engagement, and personal growth.

    The students were accompanied by St. Luke’s alumni counselor, Megan McDonough, who served as a facilitator during the seminar. Together, participants explored Hugh O’Brian’s mission of leadership through service and completed community-focused projects that emphasized collaboration, responsibility, and servant leadership.

    As a leading college-preparatory school in Mobile, Alabama, St. Luke’s Episcopal School is committed to providing students with opportunities that extend beyond the classroom and to encouraging leadership, character development, and community involvement. Programs such as HOBY help students build the skills and confidence needed to become future leaders in their schools, universities, and communities.

    We are proud of Kenlee, Atli, and Dylan for representing St. Luke’s at this outstanding leadership program and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will continue to make throughout their high school careers and beyond.

  • 2026-2027 6th-12th Grade Textbook List

    2026-2027 6th-12th Grade Textbook List

  • 2026-2027 Back to School Guide

    2026-2027 Back to School Guide

  • University Campus Summer Reading for the 2026-2027 School Year

    University Campus Summer Reading for the 2026-2027 School Year