ST. MARYS VIDEO AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

St. Marys Video and Communication Technology is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Muscogee County school district, located in Columbus, GA with about 355 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, St. Marys Video and Communication Technology has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

St. Marys Video and Communication Technology Magnet Academy, located in Columbus, Georgia, is a specialized school within the Muscogee County School District. As a magnet institution, its core mission centers on integrating media literacy, video production, and communication technology into a rigorous academic curriculum. The school provides students with hands-on experience using industry-standard tools, allowing them to explore digital storytelling, broadcast journalism, and multimedia design alongside their core educational requirements.

By fostering a learning environment that emphasizes creativity and technical proficiency, St. Marys prepares students for future pathways in digital media and communications. The academy serves as a specialized hub that encourages critical thinking and collaboration, aiming to equip its students with both the artistic vision and the technical skills necessary to succeed in a technology-driven world. Its programs are designed to inspire innovation, ensuring that students graduate with a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively communicate in the modern digital age.

For more information, contact St. Marys Video and Communication Technology at (706) 683-8841 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.