St. Mary's Students Treated to Elote as Part of Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Students in grades K-8 at St. Mary Catholic Community School celebrated Día de los Muertos this week with a special cultural experience featuring an Elote food truck that visited the school during lunchtime. The event, coordinated by Principal Tom Ruiz and School Counselor Alex Wooden, gave students the opportunity to enjoy traditional Mexican street food.  Día de los Muertos, a holiday that honors and celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed away.

Many students enjoyed trying elote—roasted corn topped with seasonings, cheese, butter, mayo, and chile—while learning how families across Mexico and Latin America come together to remember their ancestors during this time.

“I saw a lot of smiling faces and was surprised to see how many students asked for the spicy chile seasoning and enjoyed it,” said principal Ruiz.

St. Mary Catholic Community School in Crown Point serves students from Junior Pre-K (for three-year-olds) through eighth grade. The dedicated faculty delivers a robust, faith-based curriculum enriched by cutting-edge technology. Guided by the core pillars of Faith, Academic Excellence, Life Lessons, and Compassion, St. Mary’s provides a nurturing environment where students grow spiritually, intellectually, and socially.  St. Mary’s famous Spaghetti Supper will take place on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.  For information call 663-0676